The begininng of my GS300 project!
08-20-06, 06:33 PM
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LOL. I bet. Most people find a "cheap" car to be their project car; An 80's Nissan...or an MGB...or a Fox-body 'Stang. But you sir pick a car that many people with decent incomes can't afford, LOL.
I can't wait for the finished product! Keep us posted.
08-20-06, 06:55 PM
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Well, I've have my '80s Nissan, a '89 240sx, some years ago, never owned any domestic, except for my current 2005 Chevy Silverado SS. I've gone through my crappy cars in the past, let's see, some small Diahatsu (SP) hatchback, one of the early Mitsubishi Eclipses, '89 Honda Civic 4 door, and I can go on and on. This vehicle, once complete, will represent my business, hence why all the money into it!
08-21-06, 07:54 AM
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Well, here's run down -
Stereo - Alpine
- 2-DIN DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Receiver/AV Head Unit - IVA-W200
- Type-R 6.5 2 way Component - SPR-17LS (front and rear)
- 2 Type-R 12" Subs (4Ω + 4Ω) - SWR-12420
- 4/3/2 Channel Power Amplifier - MRV-F545
- Mono Power Amplifier - MRD-M1005
Engine Related -
- ARC Blow off Valve Kit
- GReddy Timing Belt (soon to be replaced with Power Enterprise)
- All Power Enterprise Belts
Cooling -
- Koyo Supra Alum Radiator
- Power Enterprise Radiator Cap
- Power Enterprise Radiator Hoses
- Dual 12 inch Flex-A-Lite Fans
- Precision 600HP IC Core
- In House IC Piping
Electronics -
- Blitz SBC i-Color Boost Controller
- Blitz Dual Turbo Timer Digital Compact IV
- DEFI White Din Gauge - Oil Temp/Water Temp/Fuel Pressure
- DEFI BF Link Meters -
- Boost
- Oil Pressure
- DEFI Link Control Unit II
- AEM UEGO Wide Band O2 Gauge
There are quiet a bit more parts that are either coming or are ready to go on the GS. I have over $2k in body parts, besides that Wald kit that's going on. Suspension parts are all on order, but those won't show for a good 6 weeks. I hate the waiting game!
Stereo - Alpine
- 2-DIN DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Receiver/AV Head Unit - IVA-W200
- Type-R 6.5 2 way Component - SPR-17LS (front and rear)
- 2 Type-R 12" Subs (4Ω + 4Ω) - SWR-12420
- 4/3/2 Channel Power Amplifier - MRV-F545
- Mono Power Amplifier - MRD-M1005
Engine Related -
- ARC Blow off Valve Kit
- GReddy Timing Belt (soon to be replaced with Power Enterprise)
- All Power Enterprise Belts
Cooling -
- Koyo Supra Alum Radiator
- Power Enterprise Radiator Cap
- Power Enterprise Radiator Hoses
- Dual 12 inch Flex-A-Lite Fans
- Precision 600HP IC Core
- In House IC Piping
Electronics -
- Blitz SBC i-Color Boost Controller
- Blitz Dual Turbo Timer Digital Compact IV
- DEFI White Din Gauge - Oil Temp/Water Temp/Fuel Pressure
- DEFI BF Link Meters -
- Boost
- Oil Pressure
- DEFI Link Control Unit II
- AEM UEGO Wide Band O2 Gauge
There are quiet a bit more parts that are either coming or are ready to go on the GS. I have over $2k in body parts, besides that Wald kit that's going on. Suspension parts are all on order, but those won't show for a good 6 weeks. I hate the waiting game!
08-21-06, 10:21 AM
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Looks like a great project; can't wait to see the finished product!
BTW, those Lowenharts are for a Mercedes (5x112) - are you going to re-drill them for the Lexus (5x114.3)?
BTW, those Lowenharts are for a Mercedes (5x112) - are you going to re-drill them for the Lexus (5x114.3)?
08-21-06, 11:27 AM
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Thanks guys!
The Benz fitment are actually 5*120, where at the GS are 5*114. Not sure why the box's marked as 112, but they are the right bolt pattern! That was the first thing I noticed too....lol....
The Benz fitment are actually 5*120, where at the GS are 5*114. Not sure why the box's marked as 112, but they are the right bolt pattern! That was the first thing I noticed too....lol....
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08-21-06, 04:03 PM
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I am begininng to like my GS project, seems there's A LOT more of you guys on Club Lexus then I had anticipated! Any of you are more then welcome to stop and take a look at the project. It's undergoing the transformation fairly fast, doing the whole Pimp My Ride thing, haha. Is that your car in the signature? If so, you need to drop by and say hi. We are located right next door to Rent A Wheel. I would love to have the chance to check out other GSs in the area!!!!
