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bKevO May 3, 2012 09:37 PM

After 4 years....finally back in a IX! :)
 
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I want to keep this as a build thread with mods & pictures as a good history of my car along the way. Enjoy!

Hey everyone! I use to own a GG SSL about 4 years ago. At the time it wasn’t the best financial decision so I made the sacrifice to better my future. It was the best decision I could have made becuase I’m in a much better place now. Hard work led to a much better place including recently getting married earlier this year March 2012. I always told myself I would get back into an evo when the time was right, so here I am lol.

Here’s the for-sale ad for my original IX back in 2008:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sa...ast-coast.html

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After searching for a few weeks after my wedding, I found a TB SE with 26,000 original miles in great condition. I can't thank the previous owner(s) enough for all the info on the car and for being straight forward and honest with the sale. The previous owner picked it up on evom and added maybe 500 miles since being it in early 2012. So for all intensive purposes, the previous owner brought it up from Maryland to New York for me (he trailered it) lol. Here is the original for-sale ad:
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sa...-maryland.html

We did a 14 hour round-trip drive to pick her up but it was well worth it. It was a long wait but well worth it! First impressions are WOW! Ironically, the last time I was in an evo was before I sold mine and it was probably around 330whp and now hovering closer to 400whp (dynojet). I forgot how fun highway driving is...passing people with a little blip of the pedal. Here are just a few pictures while picking her up at his shop - Superior Glass in Malone, NY:

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The car came with full documentation including the car sticker and an original Evo "SE" brochure:
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These are the mods already installed when I picked up the car in early May 2012 @ 26,000 miles:
BBK Full ported - tuned @ 26.5lbs
364whp / 300wtq on 93 pump gas on CBRD mustang dyno
Compression Test as of May 2012 = #1 (150-149), #2 (150-149), #3 (150-149), #4 (149-148)
CBRD FMIC with CBRD logo (3.8" garrett core)
CBRD UICP w/ small battery
AMS LICP
AMS TBE - catless
Megan o2 housing
Synapse BPV
Pierburg 3 port ebc
Perrin intake
Precision 1000cc injectors
Innovate wideband module
Walbro fuel pump
Greddy Boost Gauge (replaced @ 27,500 miles with Defi gauge)
Kenwood headunit w/ bluetooth (replaced @ 32,000 miles with 2013 Pioneer double-din)
Kenwood front and rear speakers
OEM MR Bilstein shocks
Tanabe springs (replaced @ 28,500 miles with Swift Spec-R's)
OEM vortex generator
OEM MR CF e-brake handle
OEM JDM rear
Nokya Hyper white fog lights (replaced @ 26,500 miles with yellow Nokya)
Demonwerkz Crash beam
Perrin shorty antenna
Mynes hood dampers
20% tint all around (removed @ 26,500 miles)

And these are the mods I've purchased BRAND NEW since picking up the evo:

Pictures are posted throughout the thread

May 2012 update @ 26,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
OEM JDM window visors
OEM JDM amber markers
OEM JDM 8 MR taillights
Nokya Hyper yellow fog lights
Lo Jack with Early Warning Recovery
Removed 20% tint

May 26, 2012 update @ 27,000 miles - Hit & Run accident #1:
**Car was side-swipped on driver-side while parked on the street**
- There was damage to both doors and the side-skirt
- Accident happened in Rhode Island while I was attending a graduation at Brown University
- LUCKILY the guy left his personal information including time/date of accident, ironically he was there for the graduation also but he happened to be from Queens, NY....damn NY drivers!
- Car was taken to Martino Auto Concepts in Glen Cove, NY (they specialize in exotics)
- Car was repaired by replacing/painting only the door skins as the damage was superficial and I didn't want any type of dent repair/bondo, etc. Car turned out beautiful, they blended the paint perfectly.
- Car was in the shop for about 6 weeks due to back-order on door skins from Mitsu Japan.
- I was stuck driving a rental but I can't complain. It made me appreciate the new Ford Fusions lol.

July 2012 update @ 27,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
Autometer dual pod
Innovate wideband gauge - red
Defi boost racer gauge - red
Rally Armor mudflaps w/ black lettering
McGard Wheel Locks for stock BBS - black
Extra TB trunk - I tried the wingless look but after 2 short weeks, I put my stock trunk back on.

September 2012 update @ 28,500 miles - I decided to get the 30K maintenance done:
Amsoil Z-Rod 10W-30 (found out I have a valve release on my oil pan for quick/easy change lol)
OEM Mitsu oil filter
NGK Iridium spark plugs (ILFR7H)
Amsoil Tranny 75W90 Gear Oil
Amsoil Transfer Case 75W90 Severe gear
Amsoil Rear Diff LSD 75W90 Severe gear
Swift Spec-R springs

November 2012 update @ 30,000 miles:
Blizzak LM-60 235/45/17
Torque Solutions underhood shifter bushings
Torque Solutions shifter base bushings
Flossy Heavyweight grip-tape shift knob (545 grams)
X-mas Tree shopping :-)

March 2013 update @ 31,500 miles:
Pioneer AVH-X8500BHS - 7" touchscreen headunit
OEM JDM double-din dash
OEM HVAC labels x3
Cyanide HVAC relocation kit

April 2013 update @ 32,000 miles:
Enkei NT03+M - 18x9.5 +27 (Pearl White)
Stock Evo X Advan's - 245/40/18
Ichiba 10mm spacers w/ extended studs
McGard wheel lugs & locks - gold plated

May 2013 update @ 32,500 miles:
Rexpeed CF side-skirts
Rexpeed CF JDM rear-skirts

June 2013 update @ 33,000 miles:
OEM JDM MR 8 headlights
Yellow Nokya Foglight bulbs (9006)
Hella Twin Supertone Horns
Whiteline 24MM Rear Sway Bar
Competition Clutch Stage 2 w/ OEM flywheel & TOB

July 2013 update @ 34,000 miles - Hit & Run accident #2:
**Car was backed into while parked on the street causing slight damage to the front bumper and lip**
**OEM side-skirts and Rexpeed CF extensions stolen**
- My actual 1st wife is convinced my custom plates have cursed the car lol.
- There was superficial damage to the front bumper/lip. More of a dent with minimal paint scratch.
- Accident and theft both happened in Brooklyn area but again, I was not in the vehicle so I was not at-fault. I was forced to open a claim because the skirts are expensive and I figured why not have the front bumper resprayed to new! Geico really helped me out with this. No $$ impact at all to my policy.
- Again, the car was taken to Martino Auto Concepts in Glen Cove, NY
- Although, I specifically asked not to replace the front bumper (because the damage did not warrant one), there must have been some confusion. The good news is that I got a brand new OEM front bumper and SE lip with all clips. I really wanted to keep all original parts with VIN's intact but I can't be upset at getting brand new parts. They also went ahead and got me OEM side skirts, replaced the Rexpeed skirts and noticed there was a slight crack in my left JDM MR rear taillight (caused during shipping), so they replaced that too!
- As always, the car turned out beautiful - brand spanking new! No license plate holes!!!
- Car was in the shop for about 6 weeks due to back-order on parts from Mitsu Japan but it was all good getting around in another Ford Fusion rental lol.
- First thing I got installed was an alarm system (shame on me for not doing that earlier).

September 2013 update @ 34,500 miles:
Viper 2-way alarm with remote start and all extra proximity sensors
Redline Goods shift-boot and arm-rest in Nappa Leather w/ red stitching to match SE seats
Cusco front-brace
Odyssey small battery

October 2013 update @ 35,000 miles:
Rexpeed CF trunk lip
Winter duties - threw on the dedicated winter tire set

April 2014 update @ 40,000 miles:
Complete fluid flush (motor, drivetrain) getting ready for summer
EBC Red front brake pads
Hawk HPS rear brake pads
StopTech front/rear ss brake lines
1999 Honda CRV for daily duties (top 5 best mod thus far lol)
Full exterior/interior detail

May 2014 update @ 41,000 miles:
New tires - Hankook Evo12 in 245/35/18 - I meant to place an order for 245/40/18 but I messed up
NT03m curb rash repair and powdercoat to gold (thanks Espos!)
Cusco front brace - powdercoated to match wheels
4 Brand New Enkei center caps w/ bolts
Fortune Auto 500 series Gen5 coilovers w/ Swift Spring upgrade (8k/8k)
Broadway wide rearview mirror
McGard black wheel lug/lock set

And here's the wishlist:
Exterior
Varis rear diffuser
Rexspeed rear & side polarized mirrors
Power
SpoolinUp COP
GSC S2 cams
Springs/valves/retainers
ARP headstuds, headgasket
CBRD-JMF Twinscroll Manifold
Interior
Pioneer sound system - speakers/sub/amp
Audio Integrations custom sub-enclosure

It's a great feeling to be back.

-Fernando

Anarchy99 May 3, 2012 09:45 PM

Congrats

kyoo May 3, 2012 09:50 PM

wow low miles

suekie May 3, 2012 10:07 PM

car looks good. JDM rears make the car look sooo much better

Mistaken May 3, 2012 10:13 PM

Congrats! Looks great.

Jeror32 May 4, 2012 05:56 AM

Thanks for the free advertising in the background! Glad you like it. Like you, I too will be back in
an Evo when the time is right. Hopefully I'll find one like that black demon.

MitsuCrazy May 4, 2012 09:37 AM

Nice Evo and welcome back to the Mitsu family

donotswitchoff0 May 4, 2012 03:15 PM

Welcome back my dude! Car looks good! Be sure to buy the rubber bumper protection

DeeezNuuuts83 May 4, 2012 04:45 PM

Congratulations... but I've never seen that IX SE brochure. Can you post up bigger pictures or scans of it? I'd appreciate it.

bKevO May 4, 2012 04:45 PM


Originally Posted by Anarchy99 (Post 10142034)
Congrats

Thanks! It feels great!

Originally Posted by kyoo (Post 10142039)
wow low miles

Yeah one of the lowest I could find with all the right mods. Pretty much exactly what I would have done if it were stock.

Originally Posted by suekie (Post 10142055)
car looks good. JDM rears make the car look sooo much better

Agreed 100%....as an added bonus it has a modified crash beam so it was done right.

Originally Posted by Mistaken (Post 10142063)
Congrats! Looks great.

Thank you sir!

bKevO May 4, 2012 04:56 PM


Originally Posted by Jeror32 (Post 10142352)
Thanks for the free advertising in the background! Glad you like it. Like you, I too will be back in an Evo when the time is right. Hopefully I'll find one like that black demon.

I meant to ask if you were OK with me posting that pic, so no problem. :cool:

Originally Posted by MitsuCrazy (Post 10142856)
Nice Evo and welcome back to the Mitsu family

Thank you! I have a lot of reading to do to catch up from where I left off of whats current in the eve world lol.

Originally Posted by donotswitchoff0 (Post 10143542)
Welcome back my dude! Car looks good! Be sure to buy the rubber bumper protection

Thanks bro! We have to meet up soon. Let me know whenever you're in the neighborhood or decide to do a cruise. And yeah for now it's being parked off the street and at least 100 yards from the closest vehicle lol.

bKevO May 4, 2012 04:57 PM


Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83 (Post 10143716)
Congratulations... but I've never seen that IX SE brochure. Can you post up bigger pictures or scans of it? I'd appreciate it.

Yeah I didn't either until yesterday lol. I'll try to take better pix and post for you. {thumbup}

DeeezNuuuts83 May 4, 2012 05:11 PM

Cool, thanks ahead of time.

Evil8MR May 4, 2012 06:51 PM

Sweet ride bro!

I used to have the brochures, then lost them in a move.

I have been looking for the ix sales brochure for a few years. Are you willing to part with it? Let me know... :)

DeeezNuuuts83 May 4, 2012 06:55 PM

If you're talking about the regular IX brochure, I think I have a second copy. I keep one in my car (it's random, but I did it just in case I got pulled over for something that is stock) but I think I have another one in a box somewhere in my closet. I'll let you know if I find it.

On that topic, anyone willing to part with the IX SE brochure?

hfj8080 May 5, 2012 08:03 AM

awesome looking car, man. Congrats

blknblubkrdude May 5, 2012 04:13 PM

I bet you are ecstatic! Looks like a very clean car. So jealous, I wish I had all the original documentation!

DeeezNuuuts83 May 11, 2012 11:35 AM

Bump for scans of the IX SE brochure!

bornslippy73 May 12, 2012 04:01 AM

Well I'm jealous. Congrats!

bKevO May 13, 2012 10:18 AM

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May 2012 update @ 26,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
OEM JDM window visors
OEM JDM amber markers
OEM JDM 8 MR taillights
Nokya Hyper yellow fog lights
Lo Jack with Early Warning Recovery
Removed 20% tint

The car has unfortunately been sitting for the last week and I haven't had time to clean it so sorry for the dirty pix! I installed the new jdm tails, amber markers and window vents, as well as removing the tint as I prefer the fishbowl look.

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And here are some of my buddies 2012 gsr X:

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bKevO May 13, 2012 10:26 AM


Originally Posted by hfj8080 (Post 10144473)
awesome looking car, man. Congrats

Thanks, the TB grew on me. I thought I was settled on GG but there's something about this color that's subtle yett aggressive at the same time.

Originally Posted by blknblubkrdude (Post 10145040)
I bet you are ecstatic! Looks like a very clean car. So jealous, I wish I had all the original documentation!

Hell yeah! Except I've only had the opportunity to see it on the weekends :( Btw, nice build and numbers on your evo!

Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83 (Post 10157348)
Bump for scans of the IX SE brochure!

I haven't forgotten, just haven't had the chance to take them out to snap some more pix. In the mean time, I did adjust the size of the original pix.

Originally Posted by bornslippy73 (Post 10158611)
Well I'm jealous. Congrats!

Thanks buddy! She pulls HARD & I love it! I'm going to be taking it easy though cause it's on the stock clutch/brakes but since I drive like a grandma 99% of the time, I should be good lol.

Kelb May 13, 2012 01:53 PM

So excited to buy an VIII or IX when I get back to the states, congratulations on your purchase, Id LOVEEE to find a clean TB IX with low miles

bKevO May 17, 2012 09:14 AM


Originally Posted by Kelb (Post 10160633)
So excited to buy an VIII or IX when I get back to the states, congratulations on your purchase, Id LOVEEE to find a clean TB IX with low miles

Thanks! Don't give up on your search becuase you will definitely find something just as long as you agree on a price point with the seller. {thumbup}

ETS Michael May 17, 2012 09:19 AM

Welcome Back! :)

bKevO Dec 13, 2012 01:05 PM

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Thanks everyone for the kind words! It's been a very interesting 7 months so far to say the least so I figured it was time for some updates lol.

May 26, 2012 update @ 27,000 miles - accident:
**Car was side-swipped on driver-side while parked on the street**
- There was damage to both doors and the side-skirt
- Accident happened in Rhode Island while I was attending a graduation at Brown University
- LUCKILY the guy left his personal information including time/date of accident, ironically he was there for the graduation also but he happened to be from Queens, NY....damn NY drivers!
- Car was taken to Martino Auto Concepts in Glen Cove, NY (they specialize in exotics)
- Car was repaired by replacing/painting only the door skins as the damage was superficial and I didn't want any type of dent repair/bondo, etc. Car turned out beautiful, they blended the paint perfectly.
- Car was in the shop for about 6 weeks due to back-order on door skins from Mitsu Japan.
- I was stuck driving a rental but I can't complain. It made me appreciate the new Ford Fusions lol.

Damage:
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bKevO Dec 13, 2012 01:13 PM

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July 2012 update @ 27,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
Autometer dual pod
Innovate wideband gauge - red
Defi boost racer gauge - red
Rally Armor mudflaps w/ black lettering
McGard Wheel Locks for stock BBS - black
Extra TB trunk - I tried the wingless look but after 2 short weeks, I put my stock trunk back on.

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Saraahhh Dec 13, 2012 01:13 PM

Wow, looks great man. Super clean!

bKevO Dec 13, 2012 01:31 PM

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September 2012 update @ 28,500 miles - I decided to get the 30K maintenance done:
Amsoil Z-Rod 10W-30 (found out I have a valve release on my oil pan for quick/easy change lol)
OEM Mitsu oil filter
NGK Iridium spark plugs (ILFR7H)
Amsoil Tranny 75W90 Gear Oil
Amsoil Transfer Case 75W90 Severe gear
Amsoil Rear Diff LSD 75W90 Severe gear
Swift Spec-R springs

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bKevO Dec 13, 2012 01:51 PM

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November 2012 update @ 30,000 miles:
Blizzak LM-60 235/45/17 (brand new)
Torque Solutions underhood shifter bushings
Torque Solutions shifter base bushings
Flossy Heavyweight grip-tape shift knob (545 grams)
X-mas Tree shopping :-)

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L888Apex Dec 13, 2012 01:57 PM

You're going to drive that gem in the snow!? :(

mdost03 Dec 13, 2012 02:43 PM


Originally Posted by l888apex (Post 10557471)
You're going to drive that gem in the snow!? :(

It's an Evo, why not?

OP, great looking car. Subscribing to see future updates.

bKevO Dec 14, 2012 07:53 AM


Originally Posted by Saraahhh (Post 10557373)
Wow, looks great man. Super clean!

Thanks! I still need her to get a good interior/exterior detail before the snow comes.


Originally Posted by l888apex (Post 10557471)
You're going to drive that gem in the snow!? :(

I know what you mean, but with the proper maintenance and care, this car will continue looking like a gem. Besides, my first evo was driven during plenty of snow storms and you can see the pix of what it looked like when I sold it {thumbup}


Originally Posted by mdost03 (Post 10557579)
It's an Evo, why not?

OP, great looking car. Subscribing to see future updates.

+1, thanks. This is my daily driver although its honestly only driven on the weekends. I like the idea of keeping this thread as my own log so I'll keep updating as things happen. Thanks for subscribing!

L888Apex Dec 14, 2012 03:18 PM


Originally Posted by mdost03 (Post 10557579)
It's an Evo, why not?

OP, great looking car. Subscribing to see future updates.

Rusty undercarriage makes baby jesus cry :lol: I would be down to drive in snow but with how horrid the undercarriage gets because of the salt, there's no way in hell i'd drive my car in snow outside of SoCal.

JaYr_EvO9 Dec 14, 2012 05:42 PM

clean evo {thumbup}

bKevO Mar 8, 2013 04:46 PM

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March 2013 update @ 31,500 miles:
Pioneer AVH-X8500BHS - 7" touchscreen headunit
OEM JDM double-din dash
OEM HVAC labels x3
Cyanide HVAC relocation kit

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DeeezNuuuts83 Mar 8, 2013 04:51 PM

How's that relocation kit? I'm not familiar with that Cyanide product.

bKevO Mar 9, 2013 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83 (Post 10699719)
How's that relocation kit? I'm not familiar with that Cyanide product.

It's a great part actually. The guy does a really good job of blending the paint. He sends you updates as he works on it and you can always shoot him a note with any questions. I would definitely recommend over the Orbital. I had that too and was poor quality.

Here are some pics when I first received it:
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If you want any close up's of it just let me know.

DeeezNuuuts83 Mar 9, 2013 04:27 PM

Cool, thanks for posting those. If you could rate the Orbital pieces and those pieces on a scale of 1-10, what would you give them?

bKevO Mar 11, 2013 01:27 PM


Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83 (Post 10700948)
Cool, thanks for posting those. If you could rate the Orbital pieces and those pieces on a scale of 1-10, what would you give them?

Just the bottom HVAC part:
Orbital = 6.5
Cyanide = 8.5-9

Overall, the Cyanide & JDM DD panel is as close to a 10 as you can easily get online. I spent a total of $230 on these vs the ludacris price of the orbital (at the time I think it was $360?).

Paintballguy Mar 23, 2013 04:17 PM

This car looks familiar. :)

MR_Ivan_IX Mar 24, 2013 03:42 PM


Originally Posted by bKevO
May 2012 update @ 26,500 miles - purchased/installed mods:
OEM JDM window visors
OEM JDM amber markers
OEM JDM 8 MR taillights
Nokya Hyper yellow fog lights
Lo Jack with Early Warning Recovery
Removed 20% tint

The car has unfortunately been sitting for the last week and I haven't had time to clean it so sorry for the dirty pix! I installed the new jdm tails, amber markers and window vents, as well as removing the tint as I prefer the fishbowl look.

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And here are some of my buddies 2012 gsr X:

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Looks good.


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kyoo Mar 24, 2013 05:58 PM


Originally Posted by DeeezNuuuts83 (Post 10699719)
How's that relocation kit? I'm not familiar with that Cyanide product.

I've got this kit too - it's very good, check my sig

bKevO Mar 24, 2013 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Paintballguy (Post 10724778)
This car looks familiar. :)

Hopefully better than you remember it! lol


Originally Posted by MR_Ivan_IX (Post 10725986)
Looks good.

Thanks! Trying my best to only add quality parts.


Originally Posted by kyoo (Post 10726228)
I've got this kit too - it's very good, check my sig

Agreed!!

I'm just waiting for the weather to warm up so I can throw on my new pearly whites :-)
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MR_Ivan_IX Mar 25, 2013 04:33 PM

Well so far your on the right track.


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Mistaken Mar 25, 2013 05:04 PM

Coming along nicely. :)

bKevO Mar 25, 2013 06:52 PM

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^thanks guys!

Finally, the headunit is available! Just placed my order on crutchfield for the Pioneer AVH-X8500BHS:
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bKevO Apr 15, 2013 08:32 AM

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April 2013 update @ 32,000 miles:
Enkei NT03+M - 18x9.5 +27 (Pearl White)
Kumho Ecsta XS - 265/35/18
Ichiba 10mm spacers w/ extended studs for fronts only
McGard wheel lugs & locks - gold plated

They look great but I do have a few concerns:
1) I did a mild roll in the rears only, which helped, but now it rubs by the rear bolt. I may have to relocate this but would prefer not to.
2) The fronts look like they stick out a lot - I may consider getting an evo fender mod.
3) The fronts are rubbing on my mudflaps and the lower backside of the fender liner at full lock.

Would it make a big difference if I were to switch from 265 down to 255 or 245 Hankook v12's? Would that require a little less modifications to avoid rubbing in the front? To be honest, these Kumho’s have a lot of road noise and ride a lot rougher than I was anticipating so I am considering buying a different set.

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Ruthless. Apr 23, 2013 09:17 AM

Son of a ***** that's clean! Nice evo man, I wanted to get back into another evo but couldnt find one that wasn't beat to death

Ruthless. Apr 23, 2013 09:24 AM

Son of a ***** that's clean! Nice evo man, I wanted to get back into another evo but couldnt find one that wasn't beat to death

Capt Leung Apr 23, 2013 04:53 PM

That drain plug is awesome...lol. Question...the oem window visors I see for sale online, are they the jdm ones. Is there both a usdm and jdm one or are they the same thing? Thanks!

bKevO Apr 23, 2013 07:17 PM


Originally Posted by Ruthless. (Post 10773880)
Son of a ***** that's clean! Nice evo man, I wanted to get back into another evo but couldnt find one that wasn't beat to death

Haha, thanks buddy! I have the previous owners to thank for that as well as the body shop for fixing the damage. It took me about 3 month's to find the right one. Take your time and don't be afraid to search high and low. Good luck!


Originally Posted by Capt Leung (Post 10774714)
That drain plug is awesome...lol. Question...the oem window visors I see for sale online, are they the jdm ones. Is there both a usdm and jdm one or are they the same thing? Thanks!

Yeah, I didn't realize until after I had already bought a few sets of oil plugs lol. The visors are one in the same, here's where I bought it from:
http://www.mitsubishiparts.net/catalog/?section=510

b boy Apr 23, 2013 07:20 PM

very nice evo, make me miss my black evo 8

bKevO Apr 25, 2013 07:54 PM


Originally Posted by b boy (Post 10774997)
very nice evo, make me miss my black evo 8

Thanks man! You had a really nice ride! {thumbup}

bKevO May 4, 2013 05:12 PM

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BUMP for my one year anniversary since picking up the 2nd Wife lol. She's come quite a way {thumbup}

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Parcepaisa May 17, 2013 08:35 PM

Def one of the cleanest evos I have seen in person. Thanks for the tires.

kpt6 May 18, 2013 11:55 PM


Originally Posted by bKevO (Post 10760887)

They look great but I do have a few concerns:
1) I did a mild roll in the rears only, which helped, but now it rubs by the rear bolt. I may have to relocate this but would prefer not to.
2) The fronts look like they stick out a lot - I may consider getting an evo fender mod.
3) The fronts are rubbing on my mudflaps and the lower backside of the fender liner at full lock.

How'd you remedy this?

Beautiful IX btw :)

bKevO May 19, 2013 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Parcepaisa (Post 10812113)
Def one of the cleanest evos I have seen in person. Thanks for the tires.

No problem & thanks for the comment! White evo's are still one of my top choices! That reminds me, I actually have to put up pics with the rexpeed cf extensions I installed the day before we met up. We'll keep in touch in case there's a meet.


Originally Posted by kpt6 (Post 10813188)
How'd you remedy this?

Beautiful IX btw :)

Thanks! {thumbup} I was really annoyed once I put the 265/35/18 tire combo on because I really didn't want to modify the rear fenders anymore. The previous owner had extended modifications done to all of his fenders so it worked perfectly for him - fenders rolled flat & pulled, removed liners, relocated rear bolts, added camber, etc.

Luckily my buddy with a X (white one from this thread) switched tires, so I threw on his stock X advans (245/40/18) with 3k miles on them and all my problems went away lol. I'm not running any negative camber, etc., just balance, alignment and I was all good. I did a test drive around town with 3 heavy people in the back and I had ZERO rubbing. With the Rally Armor mud flaps I had to trim around some of the edges in the front so that cured my rubbing at full lock.

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bKevO May 19, 2013 09:28 AM

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May 2013 update @ 32,500 miles:
Rexpeed CF side-skirts
Rexpeed CF JDM rear-skirts

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bKevO Jun 3, 2013 12:16 PM

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June 2013 update @ 33,000 miles:
OEM JDM MR 8 headlights - Brand New in Box
Yellow Nokya Foglight bulbs (9006)
Hella Twin Supertone Horns
Whiteline 24MM Rear Sway Bar
Competition Clutch Stage 2 w/ OEM flywheel & TOB

So after running on the BBK Full Ported turbo @ 27lbs for about 1.5yrs, the stock clutch began slipping at higher rpm's when on the highway. It was just a matter of time considering the amount of torque output with this awesome turbo.

I couldn't decide between ACT HDSS & Competition Clutch Stage 2 and honestly, it came down to what the shop had available in stock. I've only added 200 miles (as of 6/3/13), and I must say that engagement is smooth and pedal stiffness is just a bit more than stock. And there's no added noise. It feels very grippy so after I break it in (500 miles), I'll see how well she holds up.

Also, I noticed an immediate difference with the rear whiteline bar - feels a lot more planted with less body roll (think go-kart). I also ordered the front bar & roll center kit, so I will update on how the car feels then.

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SmurfZilla Jul 10, 2013 10:08 AM

Nice. I like how you mounted the Hella Super Tones.

PaulGrone Mar 14, 2014 11:32 PM

looks great

Darkko7 Mar 15, 2014 05:50 PM

congrats! looks pristine :)

bKevO May 29, 2014 09:23 AM

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July 2013 update @ 34,000 miles - Hit & Run accident #2:
**Car was backed into while parked on the street causing slight damage to the front bumper and lip**
**OEM side-skirts and Rexpeed CF extensions stolen**
- My actual 1st wife is convinced my custom plates have cursed the car lol.
- There was superficial damage to the front bumper/lip. More of a dent with minimal paint scratch.
- Accident and theft both happened in Brooklyn area but again, I was not in the vehicle so I was not at-fault. I was forced to open a claim because the skirts are expensive and I figured why not have the front bumper resprayed to new! Geico really helped me out with this. No $$ impact at all to my policy.
- Again, the car was taken to Martino Auto Concepts in Glen Cove, NY
- Although, I specifically asked not to replace the front bumper (because the damage did not warrant one), there must have been some confusion. The good news is that I got a brand new OEM front bumper and SE lip with all clips. I really wanted to keep all original parts with VIN's intact but I can't be upset at getting brand new parts. They also went ahead and got me OEM side skirts, replaced the Rexpeed skirts and noticed there was a slight crack in my left JDM MR rear taillight (caused during shipping), so they replaced that too!
- As always, the car turned out beautiful - brand spanking new! No license plate holes!!!
- Car was in the shop for about 6 weeks due to back-order on parts from Mitsu Japan but it was all good getting around in another Ford Fusion rental lol.
- First thing I got installed was an alarm system (shame on me for not doing that earlier).

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bKevO May 29, 2014 09:25 AM

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September 2013 update @ 34,500 miles:
Viper 2-way alarm with remote start and all extra proximity sensors
Redline Goods shift-boot and arm-rest in Nappa Leather w/ red stitching to match SE seats
Cusco front-brace
Odyssey small battery

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bKevO May 29, 2014 09:27 AM

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October 2013 update @ 35,000 miles:
Rexpeed CF trunk lip
Winter duties - threw on the dedicated winter tire set

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bKevO May 29, 2014 09:29 AM

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April 2014 update @ 40,000 miles:
Complete fluid flush (motor, drivetrain) getting ready for summer
EBC Red front brake pads
Hawk HPS rear brake pads
StopTech front/rear ss brake lines
1999 Honda CRV for daily duties (top 5 best mod thus far lol)
Full exterior/interior detail

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bKevO May 29, 2014 09:30 AM

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May 2014 update @ 41,000 miles:
New tires - Hankook Evo12 in 245/35/18 - I meant to place an order for 245/40/18 but I messed up
NT03m curb rash repair and powdercoat to gold (thanks Espos!)
Cusco front brace - powdercoated to match wheels
4 Brand New Enkei center caps w/ bolts
Fortune Auto 500 series Gen5 coilovers w/ Swift Spring upgrade (8k/8k)
Broadway wide rearview mirror
McGard black wheel lug/lock set

All these gifts to myself for getting one of these lol:
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Fresh out of powder:
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These are before coilover install, black lugs and powdered front brace:
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Just need to install these:
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