What is needed to make an AWD Sport into a true OEM Sport Package Sedan?
12-11-2015, 10:33 AM
#16
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It might be cheaper to actually sell your car and buy the one you want. You will take a hit on the sale, but in the context of knowing that you can't do a full swap to SPORT trim level...maybe it's worth it.
Think of all the add-ons and remember, you need new wheels to fit the new brakes. In the end, you won't have the tighter steering, or the LSD. So you may lose some money, but at least you'll get the car the way you want it.
Also keep in mind that nobody makes adjustable front end-links for the AWD model, so when you lower it...you'll need to keep a spare set of end links available incase you break one. The AWD has some other aftermarket quirks too since it differs from the RWD cars, and isn't supported as much as the RWD.
Think of all the add-ons and remember, you need new wheels to fit the new brakes. In the end, you won't have the tighter steering, or the LSD. So you may lose some money, but at least you'll get the car the way you want it.
Also keep in mind that nobody makes adjustable front end-links for the AWD model, so when you lower it...you'll need to keep a spare set of end links available incase you break one. The AWD has some other aftermarket quirks too since it differs from the RWD cars, and isn't supported as much as the RWD.
12-11-2015, 01:01 PM
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The only thing he can't add( being cost effective) is the sport seats, I did this to mine, All tho I bough mine "Cheap" 16.5K, then added the the front lip, Trunk spoiler,sways, springs, paddles and brakes. I could tell any one I have a XS and they wouldn't know till they see the seats, An that's even is they know there is a difference. 
12-11-2015, 02:00 PM
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The OP has sport seating. Its about the only worthy sport package component to the xS.
12-11-2015, 02:20 PM
#20
I have the X coupe but have done a number of items to turn it into a "sport plus".
Biggest handling items were Eibach springs, Hotchkis Sways
I have a Quiafe LSD and am Forced Induction too
My build thread has a good amount of info for the AWD G's if you want to check it out.
Biggest handling items were Eibach springs, Hotchkis Sways
I have a Quiafe LSD and am Forced Induction too
My build thread has a good amount of info for the AWD G's if you want to check it out.
12-11-2015, 04:01 PM
#21
The only thing he can't add( being cost effective) is the sport seats, I did this to mine, All tho I bough mine "Cheap" 16.5K, then added the the front lip, Trunk spoiler,sways, springs, paddles and brakes. I could tell any one I have a XS and they wouldn't know till they see the seats, An that's even is they know there is a difference.
Which sways/springs did you get? lowered by how much?
12-11-2015, 07:02 PM
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12-11-2015, 10:38 PM
#23
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I have a X which is now OEM+. Added paddles, sport seats, Hotchkis sways, BBK, SPL rear end links, there is a front adjustable end link but it's damn expensive. I installed swift springs and hated the ride, your only options for an X will be coilovers or having Koni rebuild and revalve the front struts. Ultimately I went with Fortune coilovers though Stance has a set they're working on. Cleaning the throttle bodies and adding a grounding kit helped a lot but not as much as the tune. I went with forged Rays for wheels, cleared the BBK and are lighter.
I added a heck of a lot more but that takes me beyond the scope of XS.
I added a heck of a lot more but that takes me beyond the scope of XS.
12-12-2015, 12:14 AM
#24
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Rex - Are those front adjustable links MoonFace by any chance? Or is there another maker? I'm interested in addressing any front sway preload...provided the price doesn't burst the stratosphere. . Or am I Mr. MOOG on the front?
Sean
. Or am I Mr. MOOG on the front?Sean
12-12-2015, 01:44 AM
#25
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It might be cheaper to actually sell your car and buy the one you want. You will take a hit on the sale, but in the context of knowing that you can't do a full swap to SPORT trim level...maybe it's worth it.
Think of all the add-ons and remember, you need new wheels to fit the new brakes. In the end, you won't have the tighter steering, or the LSD. So you may lose some money, but at least you'll get the car the way you want it.
Also keep in mind that nobody makes adjustable front end-links for the AWD model, so when you lower it...you'll need to keep a spare set of end links available incase you break one. The AWD has some other aftermarket quirks too since it differs from the RWD cars, and isn't supported as much as the RWD.
Think of all the add-ons and remember, you need new wheels to fit the new brakes. In the end, you won't have the tighter steering, or the LSD. So you may lose some money, but at least you'll get the car the way you want it.
Also keep in mind that nobody makes adjustable front end-links for the AWD model, so when you lower it...you'll need to keep a spare set of end links available incase you break one. The AWD has some other aftermarket quirks too since it differs from the RWD cars, and isn't supported as much as the RWD.
12-12-2015, 07:01 AM
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I may talk to the guys in Japan, they were able to get Top Secret to do a new run of caps, Tommy kiara to do a custom turtle then a new run of Hebi Bebis and are having a set of custom mirror glass made for me so maybe they can work some other magic. The question becomes whether there is truly demand though I'm sure.
Chris
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12-12-2015, 08:03 AM
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12-12-2015, 09:04 AM
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BTW I have pics or my ride on here
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12-12-2015, 09:05 AM
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Nah, I got that on sale! I was in on the first group buy and tend to get better pricing from the guys. You ready for one yet?? My engine cover came in 
but I'm sending it back to be buffed and recleared. The custom shift **** just came in the other day too...
but I'm sending it back to be buffed and recleared. The custom shift **** just came in the other day too...
12-12-2015, 09:09 AM
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Nope. I've got the next 3 to 4 years of mods all planned out, and the catch-can just isn't on the list. It's a beauty, no doubt. But like you said, "out of my comfort level".
And I think ANMVQ is right about sticking with Swifts for the AWD Sedan.
And I think ANMVQ is right about sticking with Swifts for the AWD Sedan.