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Phaze 1, 2 and 3 Completed (updated)

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Old 10-05-06, 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by PVSLS400
Phaze 2 complete Springs are done. I cheated on exhaust we replaced from cat back with 3" cut off 4 mufflers and replaced the with flowmaster and resinator tips

Thanks for the pic, now I know how mine would look if it was lowered.
Old 10-05-06, 03:08 PM
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what calipers are u upgrading to? TT?

or just oem replacements?
Old 10-05-06, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by PureDrifter
what calipers are u upgrading to? TT?

or just oem replacements?
Not sure yet any suggestions?
Old 10-05-06, 07:22 PM
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honestly id stick with stock UCF2X calipers.

you only gain like 5sq. in. per corner or something (difference is 11.8-12.4in i THINK) and this is disproportionate to the amount of weight since TT calipers weigh like 5-6lbs MORE on each corner.

will search to find exact diameters and weights tho.
Old 10-05-06, 08:36 PM
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I think I will stay stock on calipers just paint them maybe a blue? rotors I am thinking Brembo drilled or slotted, but not sure have heard bad things about cracking on drilled rotors and dont really like the look of slotted.
Old 10-05-06, 09:56 PM
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only time u have trouble with warping drilled rotors is when u buy poor quality ones.

shouldnt have issues with powerslot of Brembo.
Old 10-06-06, 01:25 PM
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Actually, the stock 95-00 LS400 brakes are nearly identical to the Supra TT. The difference is 0.20". 12.6" on the TT, 12.4" on the LS. Calipers are 4 piston for each application. The LS430s went to a monoblock 4 piston caliper. Keep your stock brakes as they are very good. Paint the calipers and maybe the hat portion of the rotors. Slotted and or drilled will save a little weight but make no diff in most street driving situations.
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The LS looks hot. I would personally keep the stock brakes, maybe paint them red, or satin black. TT upgrade is for the SC, and GS guys mostly.

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All you need is clear corners (the ones that blink). And you'd be all set.
Old 10-06-06, 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by GRAND_LS 4
All you need is clear corners (the ones that blink). And you'd be all set.
the corners by the fogs? like SK has done?
Old 10-06-06, 06:19 PM
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I seriously regret selling the LS400 now

Mad props to you guys and your beautiful cars!

I'm actually tearing up here. :'(
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Originally Posted by PVSLS400
the corners by the fogs? like SK has done?
No, by the headlights. SK has them done like that. I did it on my LS as well, pain in the ***, but well worth it.
Old 10-06-06, 07:24 PM
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Hey PVS...car looks very nice.

Just curious...H&R sports drop 1" all around. Is that the drop you have? It looks lower than 1". Could you clarify?

Your ride rawks! Inspiration for us all!
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I cleared my turn signals then added a running light LED to them as well. BTW i no longer have the ones seen in my sig as they were crap , i replaced them with a much brighter wider LED.
You guys are always talking about me behind my back . :P
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Old 10-07-06, 01:18 AM
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The distrubutor where i got the H&R springs said it would drop 1.8 inches but when i measured it it was 2 1/4" drop which was perfect for my taste. looks good with the 35 series tires and corners like a dream. Just need a lead for a strut tower bar also


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