rvalero

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Here are a couple shots of my FIGS heat shield. It's easy to install, stiff, keeps the intake cooler, and I don't hear any rattling.

alfaromeo3

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Hey Rey did u powder coat the shield?

Lexus 4 ME

Very tasteful mods

rvalero

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Nope, it was anodized by fig.

Marsin

waw gorgous mods..... wishing for that kind of budget! dam school..... I rather be educating my ride instead of my mind.....lol

rvalero

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Thanks Marsin. Hang in there. Remember to wait until you can afford what you want--it's a lot cheaper to do it right the first time.

Marsin

Hey rav looks like i need a new clutch for my 03 is 300... what would you go with oem or stage 2? I do have a heavy foot and I am tough on my clutch and machine! Im a junior kubicka but I don't have a f1 car yet.. lol

BeansIS

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God I love this car, the caliber this thing is at amazes me! Props homie!

rvalero

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I wanted something quiet, with OEM drivability, but grabbed better. I want it to be able to slip it in traffic, but hold on when I need the power. After doing some research and bugging people, I decided to pick up the IS300-spec Fidanza flywheel and Centerforce Dual Friction clutch. I'm also going to replace the OEM pilot and release (throwout) bearings. I took this pic a couple weeks ago. I can't wait to have it installed.


It sounds like you want a more aggressive setup, so you may want to look into something different. If you are putting down close to OEM power, this clutch should be enough for you. I know Teckis300 was using the centerforce DF in his GTE setup without any issues.


Thanks buddy

Marsin

where did you order from,all those shiny parts?

rvalero

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Clutch:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CIUV72

Flywheel: http://www.thmotorsports.com/fidanza.../i-165471.aspx

MT90: http://www.amazon.com/Red-Line-50304...9276322&sr=1-1

Throwout/Release bearing (31230-22100*): http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...&siteid=213983
*Look up the item by part#. If you look it up by vehicle, the part will cost an additional $17.01 USD.

Pilot Bearing: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...03&catalogid=1

You will also need a new washer for the transmission fluid drain plug.

Link to Part# Spreadsheet http://my.is/forums/f115/is300-part-...toyota-318599/

LexusGSXR

your IS is the best of all.. awesome inside and out!

rvalero

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Thanks! My car went through some unintended off-roading last October, but I should have it back together soon. All I'm waiting on are refinished wheels, repaired front lip, and a visit to AeroTect for clear bra.

I'll post some after pics once everything is back together.

Marsin

thanx rvalero I think I might be going with your set up in this case... I think we may have similar driving habits! Have you installed your shiny parts>?
Let me know how they feel! and what gains you have gotten from this set up and what negative from this set up!

rvalero

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I still haven't had the clutch installed. I'm hoping to have it done on the 19th, but I waiting for my installer to get some time.


New Carson rear--my old one fit a little better.


After waiting about a month, I finally have my wheels back.

• Repainted
• Straightened barrels
• Chromed outer barrel
• Polished inner barrel

EDIT: 12/18/09
I got my front lip repaired and had clear bra installed at Aerotect.


I also picked up a 3000K slim ballast HID kit from HIDeXtra for $69 shipped.