Sedan Chat Thread
05-01-2015, 11:43 PM
#6631
I don't know if I agree with you guys on the exhaust not matching the cars character. I mean, we can beat up on an STI and countless other cars that are pretty loud from the factory........ However, I do think you need the right compliment of wheels, suspension, and aggressive mufflers to pull it off. I for one actually like that our cars don't get recognized by the general public but my damn exhaust gives it away sometimes.......
05-01-2015, 11:47 PM
#6632
And apparently SRT8's too. With a little work. Not sure who's car this is but if it's anyone's on here...Nice run!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXc2_xvtFNs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXc2_xvtFNs
and since I have't really posted in a while I thought I'd share a few pictures on here as well
Finally got my new plates in about a week or two ago
And finally got my BBK done matching the accent color on my headlights
BTW don't judge my rock chips, it's my daily, I must get the bumper repainted eventually and put 3M clear bra on it.
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05-02-2015, 12:26 AM
#6634
I just saw that posted on facebook, that's pretty nice !
and since I have't really posted in a while I thought I'd share a few pictures on here as well
Finally got my new plates in about a week or two ago
And finally got my BBK done matching the accent color on my headlights
BTW don't judge my rock chips, it's my daily, I must get the bumper repainted eventually and put 3M clear bra on it.
and since I have't really posted in a while I thought I'd share a few pictures on here as well
Finally got my new plates in about a week or two ago
And finally got my BBK done matching the accent color on my headlights
BTW don't judge my rock chips, it's my daily, I must get the bumper repainted eventually and put 3M clear bra on it.
Also GR8 PL8
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05-02-2015, 01:00 AM
#6639
I frequently juggle with the thought of stripping and selling the G, getting into something in that 35-40k range (v8 M3, 2010+ CTSV, RS4). But then i realize I will have to dump some money into all of those vehicles for suspension, exhaust, wheels. Which gets me up into that 50k range, not to mention maintenance on those vehicles comes with a much higher cost.
I like the idea of an FI G37 throwing down 500hp, with cost of maintenance and reliability where it is (as long as I'm not running ridiculous boost). And, I'm still under 30k with the vehicle paid off. That alone is worth keeping the G. {endrant} Carry on. haha.
I like the idea of an FI G37 throwing down 500hp, with cost of maintenance and reliability where it is (as long as I'm not running ridiculous boost). And, I'm still under 30k with the vehicle paid off. That alone is worth keeping the G. {endrant} Carry on. haha.
I also picked up an 07 E63 as my 'daily' for 20k, whereas my brother in law parted out his 350z and traded it for a '13 GTR for 75k. I've spent substantially less than him and have a car that can "hang" with his GTR and another that walks it when it's not even fully tuned yet.
But I won't deny that getting a faster platform to begin with is very enticing as long as you are OK with the price tag.
Last edited by ttv36; 05-02-2015 at 01:35 AM.
05-02-2015, 01:01 AM
#6640
You should consider teal, teal will look great on white but black as well, I've seen it before..
Do mine look Halloween-ish or ricey because they're Orange? Lol it goes very well against graphite shadow that's why I did it because I knew it'd contrast very well lol
Last edited by Mik3G37S; 05-02-2015 at 01:13 AM.
05-02-2015, 01:10 AM
#6641
thank you Brad! That headlight eyelid isn't amber it's Audi Solar Orange it's not even close to amber but yeah I know it appears like that in the picture, neither are the BBK calipers like that in real time... Here they look boring and dull... In reality they're metallic shiny, vivid and vibrant and pop very well, can't go unnoticed.
05-02-2015, 01:49 AM
#6642
Getting everything together and I m super excited to head back towards the east coast. Going to be in the Hampton, VA area. I can see there's a pretty good G scene over in Virginia Beach. So really the last three items I have left will be to get the CS conversion bumper on, bag the G, and maybe new wheels.
After that I think it's time to move on. Looking at a new S4 to be my go fast car and my G as my go low car. Will probably be saving up for a year Since next May I will pin on Capt and it will be my little reward to my self lol
After that I think it's time to move on. Looking at a new S4 to be my go fast car and my G as my go low car. Will probably be saving up for a year Since next May I will pin on Capt and it will be my little reward to my self lol
05-02-2015, 08:06 AM
#6644
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You know what I've been thinking lately about the exhaust? It's that the exhaust note is much more than the car can pull off. Don't get me wrong, I love Love LOVE! the sound, it's just that the car itself doesn't really measure up to the noise it makes. When a M3 makes a sound like that, it's understandable. But my humble little Nissan, not so much.
Meh. I'll get over it.
Truly is an amazing sound rowing aggressively up from first - second - third. I find myself holding first gear deeper into the revs than I used to, just so I can hear that sweet spot. Such a rewarding sweet spot, too.
As for being a power mod, untuned, after a year of having high-flow cats... there is a difference in mid-range. It used to feel like I had to chase that perfect shift when accelerating steadily. But now it just clicks up into the next gear and keep on with a consistent pull.
I'm really enjoying driving the car. It's a transformative experience. Kind of exhausting, too; I won't lie about that. It can wear you out.
Meh. I'll get over it.
Truly is an amazing sound rowing aggressively up from first - second - third. I find myself holding first gear deeper into the revs than I used to, just so I can hear that sweet spot. Such a rewarding sweet spot, too. As for being a power mod, untuned, after a year of having high-flow cats... there is a difference in mid-range. It used to feel like I had to chase that perfect shift when accelerating steadily. But now it just clicks up into the next gear and keep on with a consistent pull.
I'm really enjoying driving the car. It's a transformative experience. Kind of exhausting, too; I won't lie about that. It can wear you out.
I added the Motordyne m370 several weeks back and have noted a difference according to the butt dyno. Definitely feels like a stronger pull in the midrange, even from a dead stop if I hammer into it which I haven't done too much and won't until I finish the tune. Trying to eTune while moving and with work has not been kind at all. I suppose I should try to get something done this weekend but with the constant unpacking and getting ready to head to LA for three days then NYC for six there just never seems to be any time.
And at the same time I keep adding to my pile of parts. Got an ARC oil cap, put it in, took a picture now getting rid of it. Couple more odds and ends on order from Japan and... Well, let's just say I'll be selling a set of sedan headlights soon if anyone is looking for some ONEighty modded headlights.
05-02-2015, 08:08 AM
#6645
They're Orange Alex , it was difficult to snap a quick photo yesterday during lunch break so both headlights and bbk reflect their actual color
You should consider teal, teal will look great on white but black as well, I've seen it before..
Do mine look Halloween-ish or ricey because they're Orange? Lol it goes very well against graphite shadow that's why I did it because I knew it'd contrast very well lol
You should consider teal, teal will look great on white but black as well, I've seen it before..
Do mine look Halloween-ish or ricey because they're Orange? Lol it goes very well against graphite shadow that's why I did it because I knew it'd contrast very well lol