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What did you do to your GS today?

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Old 03-14-18, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by OneFunGS
So this happened 2 hours ago...
A clay bar would take that "traffic film" right off.

That sucks though, someone slid and sideswiped you?
Old 03-14-18, 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by bclexus
I kinda doubt that'll buff out...
I doubt it as well seeing as how the door doesn't seal anymore lol
Originally Posted by ph0bolus
A clay bar would take that "traffic film" right off.

That sucks though, someone slid and sideswiped you?
I kinda want to leave that for dramatic effect at the body shop.

Kid in a Dodge Dakota slid into me. His front bumper to my driver side. Took out my front fender, both doors, my mirror and front drivers side window. I'm going to say $14-$16k in damage. His truck bumper took no damage.
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Originally Posted by OneFunGS
Kid in a Dodge Dakota slid into me. His front bumper to my driver side. Took out my front fender, both doors, my mirror and front drivers side window. I'm going to say $14-$16k in damage. His truck bumper took no damage.
Well, at least you came out unscathed. You think the insurance company will total it? Keep us posted.
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Old 03-14-18, 12:30 PM
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I think it will be very close. If wholesale on this car is around $20k they might. Unfortunately, I found this unicorn of a car just 4 months ago. I love this car. There is also an LS around here that I like too but I don't know how much they would give me for this car. IDK this whole process is smoke and mirrors lol
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I installed RC F aluminum paddle shifters I got on eBay for $99. They are wider and taller than the original, easier to shift, plus feel great. You have to take the steering wheel off to install it, but I've done that before. Hardest part is pushing the pins to take the airbag off, then you take the bolt off, mark the shaft, and use a steering wheel puller. Just 4 screws to remove the paddles. Make sure you disconnect the battery for at least 5 minutes before removing the airbag. Reinstall in reverse order and make sure the mark on the shaft /wheel you made before line up.


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Old 03-16-18, 10:08 AM
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Did the puddle light mod.
Old 03-16-18, 01:39 PM
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Hard wired the radar detector. Installed the front and rear dash cams. Installed the clear 3M door edge protectors.
Waiting for the 17 piece Suntek Paint Protection kit to arrive so I can get that installed. (hood, fenders, bumper, headlight and mirrors)

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Old 03-16-18, 05:00 PM
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Just finished giving the GS a much needed bath. Maybe it won't rain for a day or two.
Old 03-16-18, 05:16 PM
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Default Dash tweeter upgrade using magnetic phone mount

I used a magnetic phone holder for my aftermarket dash tweeters in order to achieve better imaging.

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Washed and waxed, hoping to tint some windows and paint rear calipers tomorrow.

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Old 03-17-18, 01:35 PM
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Carbon fiber wrapped all the door trim on my GS. LMK if anyone is interested in getting it done. I'm in the Chicago suburbs area. Removing the doors panels is rather easy, then there are screws on the rear of the trim to remove the trim piece.


front driver door carbon fiber trim


rear door carbon fiber trim
Old 03-18-18, 04:27 PM
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Tints - 35% Nano Black all around with 50% windshield

Gloss black vinyl - window trim, front grill trim, trunk bar, exhaust tips, rear reflectors

I received my think design front lip so that'll be next once I decide whether to paint it black or match the paint.
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Added a bit of tire shine today

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painted my rear calipers yesterday, and wrapped the chrome trim on the trunk. I initially put on the decals on the rear, but decided I didn't like the look it gave so took them off.



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Old 03-22-18, 04:16 PM
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Default Door Lock Feature

Learned this one by accident when washing her.

You obviously know that you can unlock your doors by touching the handle (keyless entry)...but did you know you can lock them as well using the keyless method?

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