Thread #24985

Scion xB Build by White J

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whitej47February 17, 2011

#372016

Scion xB Build by White J

Hey guys, I have been lurking on here for a minute now and I have gotten most of my parts together over the past 2 years. I am now ready to finish my car and I would like to post up so that I can gain some insight. All comments positive/negative are welcome. My name is Joe and I live in So Cal. Big thanks to everyone that helped me with my vision so far (Scottytuned, todd2die4) and everyone else doing big thangs. Thanks again!

Beginning:

I really haven't one that much, but about 1.5 years ago I begna to build with a different eye. I began to think of the car as a whole. So far I am about 50% of the way through sound deadening. I hope to finish the car in the coming months so I can show in summer.

Air going in:

Future mods:

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Hey guys, I have been lurking on here for a minute now and I have gotten most of my parts together over the past 2 years. I am now ready to finish my car and I would like to post up so that I can gain some insight. All comments positive/negative are welcome. My name is Joe and I live in So Cal. Big thanks to everyone that helped me with my vision so far (Scottytuned, todd2die4) and everyone else doing big thangs. Thanks again!
 
Beginning:
 
 
I really haven't one that much, but about 1.5 years ago I begna to build with a different eye. I began to think of the car as a whole. So far I am about 50% of the way through sound deadening. I hope to finish the car in the coming months so I can show in summer. 
 
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/1030001741d.jpg[/IMG]
 
Air going in:
 
 
Future mods:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Chargespeed/Picture-001.jpg[/IMG]
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/1229001443b.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC00074.jpg[/IMG]

shawnthemonsterMarch 11, 2011

#376139

Most of these pics don't work.

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Most of these pics don't work.

mdenogaMarch 11, 2011

#376173

shawnthemonster;376139 wrote:Most of these pics don't work.

:hsughwerdv7:

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[QUOTE=shawnthemonster;376139]Most of these pics don't work.[/QUOTE]

:hsughwerdv7:

whitej47March 30, 2011

#379537

Sorry guys:sad:

Many updates have happened since I posted up. Here are a lot of pics:

Second skin audio going on under car:

Tentative air set up:

Fellow member hooked me up with DD gauge:

JDM E'Sam visors polished/installed:

Working on my rims:

Much more to come. I am one of the first DIY rear disc brake conversions in the states as well. I will post pics of that soon too. Currently working on:
-full leather replacements
-more interior vinyl
-seat heaters
-finish air install

Car goes in for paint within the next couple of weeks. I will be posting some more pics of what I have been working on based on the response in the thread:biggthumpup: Happy modding!

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Sorry guys:sad:
 
Many updates have happened since I posted up. Here are a lot of pics:
 
Second skin audio going on under car:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00079.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00115.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00119.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00125.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00088.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00082.jpg[/IMG]
 
Tentative air set up:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00101.jpg[/IMG]
 
Fellow member hooked me up with DD gauge:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00290.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00335.jpg[/IMG]
 
JDM E'Sam visors polished/installed:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00356.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00347.jpg[/IMG]
 
 
Working on my rims:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00456.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00772.jpg[/IMG]
 
 
 
Much more to come. I am one of the first DIY rear disc brake conversions in the states as well. I will post pics of that soon too. Currently working on:
-full leather replacements
-more interior vinyl
-seat heaters
-finish air install
 
Car goes in for paint within the next couple of weeks. I will be posting some more pics of what I have been working on based on the response in the thread:biggthumpup: Happy modding!

brainneededMarch 30, 2011

#379538

hmmm... very interested in your DIY! there was a guy on scionlife selling a conversion kit, using machined stock hubs and rotors and lines off of an mr-s or something, but he wanted 800 with core exchange and like 100 shipping.

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hmmm... very interested in your DIY! there was a guy on scionlife selling a conversion kit, using machined stock hubs and rotors and lines off of an mr-s or something, but he wanted 800 with core exchange and like 100 shipping.

Kouki MonsterMarch 30, 2011

#379561

Sick!! it is gonna be sooo quiet!

Where did you source your second skin from?

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Sick!! it is gonna be sooo quiet!

Where did you source your second skin from?

whitej47March 30, 2011

#379662

brainneeded;379538 wrote:hmmm... very interested in your DIY! there was a guy on scionlife selling a conversion kit, using machined stock hubs and rotors and lines off of an mr-s or something, but he wanted 800 with core exchange and like 100 shipping.

Yep. That is the kit I used. He has sold a few of the kits, but I am the first on that did 95% DIY as far as "machining" the hubs and caliper brackets. I actually used a dremel. It really wasn't that hard tho. Took about 3 days of work and the outcome was well worth it.

Kouki Monster;379561 wrote:Sick!! it is gonna be sooo quiet!

Where did you source your second skin from?

I bought FatMat from eBay got 100 sq ft and I will probably need more lol. I got the sludge from a local guy that had bought 5 gallons to do his hotrod and had 2 full gallons left over. At $50 for the lot, I couldn't pass it up. I have done the entire rear section and the wheel wells up front and I still have 1.25 gallons left.

xBs are notorious for sounding like tin cans. People think that wrapping your door panels and headliner and installing all kinds of heavy weight (i.e. sound systems, etc.) is going to make the car quieter. IMO it only adds to the level of noise made on the inside. I don't even have my carpet or back paneling back in yet and my car is 2-3x as quiet as the stock one I have rolled in. I can't recommend this stuff enough. I can actually hear myself having conversations in the car now=).

On with more pics:
First day I got the parts-

Disassembly-

Caliper cleaned with wire wheel-

Caliper arm machining-

Calipers painted-

Hub doesn't fit-

One hub machined-

Tear down of stock rear-

Mounted-

How it sits(sorry for the rims they are dailies)-

I have about 2k miles on the kit and absolutely love it. I believe the biggest gains were made in the 4 corner SS brake lines and performance pads. All in all the kit cost $5-600. I didn't have to replace the rotors or pads in front, but I decided I would do it some day and I wanted everything to match. Also, I didn't need SS fronts to make the kit work, but I wanted everything to be equal.

More pics to come.

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[QUOTE=brainneeded;379538]hmmm... very interested in your DIY! there was a guy on scionlife selling a conversion kit, using machined stock hubs and rotors and lines off of an mr-s or something, but he wanted 800 with core exchange and like 100 shipping.[/QUOTE]

Yep.  That is the kit I used.  He has sold a few of the kits, but I am the first on that did 95% DIY as far as "machining" the hubs and caliper brackets.  I actually used a dremel.  It really wasn't that hard tho.  Took about 3 days of work and the outcome was well worth it.

[QUOTE=Kouki Monster;379561]Sick!! it is gonna be sooo quiet!

Where did you source your second skin from?[/QUOTE]

I bought FatMat from eBay got 100 sq ft and I will probably need more lol.  I got the sludge from a local guy that had bought 5 gallons to do his hotrod and had 2 full gallons left over.  At $50 for the lot, I couldn't pass it up.  I have done the entire rear section and the wheel wells up front and I still have 1.25 gallons left.

xBs are notorious for sounding like tin cans.  People think that wrapping your door panels and headliner and installing all kinds of heavy weight (i.e. sound systems, etc.) is going to make the car quieter.  IMO it only adds to the level of noise made on the inside.   I don't even have my carpet or back paneling back in yet and my car is 2-3x as quiet as the stock one I have rolled in.  I can't recommend this stuff enough.  I can actually hear myself having conversations in the car now=).

On with more pics:
First day I got the parts-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/1116001239.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/0115011600.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00037.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00042.jpg[/IMG]
Disassembly-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00281.jpg[/IMG]
Caliper cleaned with wire wheel-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00300.jpg[/IMG]
Caliper arm machining-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00546.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00550.jpg[/IMG]
Calipers painted-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00569.jpg[/IMG]
Hub doesn't fit-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00585.jpg[/IMG]
One hub machined-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00592.jpg?t=1301514158[/IMG]
Tear down of stock rear-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00582.jpg[/IMG]
Mounted-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00692.jpg[/IMG]
How it sits(sorry for the rims they are dailies)-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Brake/DSC00701.jpg[/IMG]

I have about 2k miles on the kit and absolutely love it.  I believe the biggest gains were made in the 4 corner SS brake lines and performance pads.  All in all the kit cost $5-600.  I didn't have to replace the rotors or pads in front, but I decided I would do it some day and I wanted everything to match.  Also, I didn't need SS fronts to make the kit work, but I wanted everything to be equal.  

More pics to come.

Kouki MonsterMarch 30, 2011

#379684

Nice! Like the progress. Thanks for the info I will check out fatmat lol

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Nice! Like the progress. Thanks for the info I will check out fatmat lol

whitej47April 1, 2011

#380033

Well I have some mock ups of my kit. After seeing my homies whip on air with a stock set up, the car is going to be way to low to fit my ChargeSpeed kit (it is 2" lower than stock). I have a couple of quick pics with my lowering springs on 2" drop. ES front struts 3rd gen with a 2nd gen top hat will add 1" of lift to the front and I will be able to ride with less psi(ride comfort). Switched up some used Slam Specialties re-5 for re-6 so I can get 2" more out of the rear. All things considered, it should work well for the kit and daily driving, not necessarily aesthetics.

Tried a few of my FFF so I could check flow:

More kit stuff:

Another project I started recently:

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Well I have some mock ups of my kit.  After seeing my homies whip on air with a stock set up, the car is going to be way to low to fit my ChargeSpeed kit (it is 2" lower than stock).  I have a couple of quick pics with my lowering springs on 2" drop.  ES front struts 3rd gen with a 2nd gen top hat will add 1" of lift to the front and I will be able to ride with less psi(ride comfort).  Switched up some used Slam Specialties re-5 for re-6 so I can get 2" more out of the rear.  All things considered, it should work well for the kit and daily driving, not necessarily aesthetics. 

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/photo9-1-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/1117001616a.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/photo54-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00780-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00781.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00883.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00888.jpg[/IMG]

Tried a few of my FFF so I could check flow:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC00511.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC00519.jpg[/IMG]

More kit stuff:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/1117001556b.jpg[/IMG]

Another project I started recently:

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00867.jpg[/IMG]

BAHCApril 1, 2011

#380051

you get down....looking forward to more progress!

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you get down....looking forward to more progress!

berlinas2k2April 1, 2011

#380061

DO work son!

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DO work son!

Kouki MonsterApril 2, 2011

#380198

Good choice on bags too!

Looks proper

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Good choice on bags too!

Looks proper

whitej47May 18, 2011

#388955

BIG Update...I feel. My ride as of TORC 2001:

Mods completed prior to TORC:
-Ichikoh(legit JDM) heads
-FullBloom (JDM) tail covers
-Stairrise (JDM) rear spoiler
-Weds Cranze Cerberus (I) true 3 piece wheel
-polished hoops
-powder coated center 3 layer silver base, midnight gunmetal candy clear, and clear flake (flakes match Shadow Mica flake in my paint), wheels sealed by VR-wheels
-Kumho AST 205/40 F and 215/40 R 17s
-Front fenders spaced 1" with spacer bolt and check nut and rolled/pulled
-Rear fenders rolled with mild pull
-Alignment front with -2.5 camber ES struts maxed out (no camber bolts)
-Alignment rear for toe correction and -3 OTG camber shims installed for around -4.5 camber total
-Katzkin Charcoal Gray leather seat conversion
-paint match center console
-UnicoZone speedo trim
-UnicoZone AC knobs
-Chrome interior handles (Echo conversion)
-Chrome door locks
-Ran all air line and wires through holes in carpet and taped everything for "clean look"

The ride as of one week ago:

As of 2 months ago, directly after air install:

All comments appreciated. I still have a long way to go and a lot of parts that I don't have on yet. I am debating between tail light designs and whatnot. I really appreciate any feed back!

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BIG Update...I feel.  My ride as of TORC 2001:

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/5725289820_063fc0120b_b.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/2011-05-14141501.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/OMG%20TORC/DSC01018.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/OMG%20TORC/DSC01021.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/2011-05-14135010.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/2011-05-14134858.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/OMG%20TORC/DSC01022.jpg[/IMG]


Mods completed prior to TORC:
-Ichikoh(legit JDM) heads
-FullBloom (JDM) tail covers
-Stairrise (JDM) rear spoiler
-Weds Cranze Cerberus (I) true 3 piece wheel
  -polished hoops
  -powder coated center 3 layer silver base, midnight gunmetal candy clear, and clear flake (flakes match Shadow Mica flake in my paint), wheels sealed by VR-wheels 
-Kumho AST 205/40 F and 215/40 R 17s
-Front fenders spaced 1" with spacer bolt and check nut and rolled/pulled
-Rear fenders rolled with mild pull
-Alignment front with -2.5 camber ES struts maxed out (no camber bolts)
-Alignment rear for toe correction and -3 OTG camber shims installed for around -4.5 camber total
-Katzkin Charcoal Gray leather seat conversion
-paint match center console
-UnicoZone speedo trim
-UnicoZone AC knobs
-Chrome interior handles (Echo conversion)
-Chrome door locks
-Ran all air line and wires through holes in carpet and taped everything for "clean look"

The ride as of one week ago:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC00954.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC00952.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC00947.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC00944.jpg[/IMG]

As of 2 months ago, directly after air install:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00913.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00916.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC00912.jpg[/IMG]

All comments appreciated.  I still have a long way to go and a lot of parts that I don't have on yet.  I am debating between tail light designs and whatnot.  I really appreciate any feed back!

eight08customsMay 19, 2011

#389107

looks sick man!

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looks sick man!

whitej47July 20, 2011

#400609

Some updates as of recent work:

Obtained some E'Sam mirror covers with LED markers in them. Plans to shave the fender markers and run em in the mirrors. Currently researching sequential blinkers, may get a little crazy!

Puddle lights:

The way I am going to run them, drilled into the sheet metal on the bottom of the doors. Probably run 3 in the fronts and 2 in the rears. This was just a mock up!

Also, after much debating on DIY, I decided to tackle the door panel inserts. I am glad I did it myself. Much more satisfying that way. I used duct tap to mask off for the base and 3M over that. the 3M wouldn't stick to the doors. I use Goo Gone to remove any residue the duct tape left. All 4 doors took 2 days total.

Also, I never really posted pics of my air ride gauge set up until so I'll do that now. This is in the center console oven and the door closes for stealth mode and easy access:

I got the hook up on an air kit, and now I am debating switching things up:

I am 100% satisfied with my bag set up, but I don't like the sound of the paddles on the inside of the car. I guess that is my one gripe. Let me know what you guys think.

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Some updates as of recent work:

Obtained some E'Sam mirror covers with LED markers in them.  Plans to shave the fender markers and run em in the mirrors.  Currently researching sequential blinkers, may get a little crazy!
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01100.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01105.jpg[/IMG]

Puddle lights:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01182.jpg[/IMG]
The way I am going to run them, drilled into the sheet metal on the bottom of the doors.  Probably run 3 in the fronts and 2 in the rears.  This was just a mock up!

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01198.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01201.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01202.jpg[/IMG]

Also, after much debating on DIY, I decided to tackle the door panel inserts.  I am glad I did it myself.  Much more satisfying that way.  I used duct tap to mask off for the base and 3M over that.  the 3M wouldn't stick to the doors.  I use Goo Gone to remove any residue the duct tape left.  All 4 doors took 2 days total.    

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01193.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01264.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01265.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01270.jpg[/IMG]

Also, I never really posted pics of my air ride gauge set up until so I'll do that now.  This is in the center console oven and the door closes for stealth mode and easy access:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01233.jpg[/IMG]


I got the hook up on an air kit, and now I am debating switching things up:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01246.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC01247.jpg[/IMG]


I am 100% satisfied with my bag set up, but I don't like the sound of the paddles on the inside of the car.  I guess that is my one gripe.  Let me know what you guys think.

Slo N Lo BenzoJuly 20, 2011

#400666

Nice execution on all the work done so far. Later.

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Nice execution on all the work done so far. Later.

berlinas2k2July 25, 2011

#401362

Air is nice!

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Air is nice!

whitej47July 25, 2011

#401457

New pic from a recent mini-shoot I had:

Motivation to get my car done is in full effect now...

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New pic from a recent mini-shoot I had:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Joe.jpg[/IMG]

Motivation to get my car done is in full effect now...

xseveredveganxJuly 31, 2011

#402774

Car looks good! Love the door inserts! So legit!

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Car looks good!  Love the door inserts!  So legit!

shawnthemonsterAugust 7, 2011

#404169

looks great but not a big fan of the billlet grill look....

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looks great but not a big fan of the billlet grill look....

whitej47August 17, 2011

#406261

Yeah I hear you on the billet...Scotty and I went back and forth about it. It was just to stall my car out a bit while I wait for the kit to get sprayed and fitted. I think you'll like what I have coming up.

Until then:

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Yeah I hear you on the billet...Scotty and I went back and forth about it.  It was just to stall my car out a bit while I wait for the kit to get sprayed and fitted.  I think you'll like what I have coming up.

Until then:

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/inside.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/rim.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/Front.jpg[/IMG]

autofashionELROYAugust 18, 2011

#406396

it's coming out good. is that my old hood wing on there on the first page?

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it's coming out good.  is that my old hood wing on there on the first page?

whitej47August 19, 2011

#406670

autofashionELROY;406396 wrote:it's coming out good. is that my old hood wing on there on the first page?

^yessir. Got a new look to it. Wrapped in something clean. Haven't seen it done yet. Stay tuned:biggthumpup:

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[QUOTE=autofashionELROY;406396]it's coming out good.  is that my old hood wing on there on the first page?[/QUOTE]

^yessir.  Got a new look to it.  Wrapped in something clean.  Haven't seen it done yet.  Stay tuned:biggthumpup:

dJdRoPzAugust 23, 2011

#407186

sick!

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sick!

eastonAugust 23, 2011

#407273

coming along good bro, keep up the good work.

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coming along good bro, keep up the good work.

whitej47September 12, 2011

#410729

Worked on stance a bit and stretched a skinnier tire out back. Sit about 1/2" lower now:

Before-

After-

I am still going to pull the rear fenders a bit. I just copped an EastWood fender roller for cheap, so I am going to put that to good use. I plan to get another 1-2cm out of the pull once I can get over the lip on the Kumhos.

My recent work:

more here-
http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272

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Worked on stance a bit and stretched a skinnier tire out back. Sit about 1/2" lower now:
 
Before-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/stance/DSC01327.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/stance/DSC01339.jpg[/IMG]
 
After-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_0430.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_0400.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_0389.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_0520.jpg[/IMG]
 
I am still going to pull the rear fenders a bit. I just copped an EastWood fender roller for cheap, so I am going to put that to good use. I plan to get another 1-2cm out of the pull once I can get over the lip on the Kumhos.
 
My recent work:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/fg%20work/DSC_0687.jpg[/IMG]
 
more here-
[URL]http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272[/URL]

help23September 14, 2011

#411127

you B just keeps getting more and more epic.... it has become one of my all time faves... keep up the good work and i cant wait until i see what you do next...
cheers homie

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you B just keeps getting more and more epic.... it has become one of my all time faves... keep up the good work and i cant wait until i see what you do next... 
cheers homie

whitej47September 16, 2011

#411501

Thanks man! Hands down you are killing the Gen2 game. We should mob sometime:biggthumpup:

Kit fitted and primed. Ready for spray:

Still finishing up my front bumper repair. Should be done by next week. Then I am going to prep and get her sprayed!

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Thanks man! Hands down you are killing the Gen2 game. We should mob sometime:biggthumpup:
 
Kit fitted and primed. Ready for spray:
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0699.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0700.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0692.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0706.jpg[/IMG]
 
 
 
Still finishing up my front bumper repair. Should be done by next week. Then I am going to prep and get her sprayed!

help23September 18, 2011

#411695

whitej47;411501 wrote:Thanks man! Hands down you are killing the Gen2 game. We should mob sometime:biggthumpup:

thanks homie and anytime, hit me up and lets mob on some fools!

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[QUOTE=whitej47;411501]Thanks man! Hands down you are killing the Gen2 game. We should mob sometime:biggthumpup:[/QUOTE]

thanks homie and anytime, hit me up and lets mob on some fools!

Kouki MonsterSeptember 23, 2011

#412733

the tire switch was a good idear

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the tire switch was a good idear

whitej47September 23, 2011

#412759

Yessir, made a huge difference. It was a little sketch at first cause the tires are really hard, but they softened up a bit. Like 2 years ago everyone was recommending NOT to run a 205 on a 9" wide lol. Anyway, I have a new-to-me Eastwood fender roller I am going to stretch the rear fenders out with. Hopefully I can get the edge on the lip and anohter 1/2" drop to lay out my kit...

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Yessir, made a huge difference.  It was a little sketch at first cause the tires are really hard, but they softened up a bit.  Like 2 years ago everyone was recommending NOT to run a 205 on a 9" wide lol.  Anyway, I have a new-to-me Eastwood fender roller I am going to stretch the rear fenders out with.  Hopefully I can get the edge on the lip and anohter 1/2" drop to lay out my kit...

onajinohitoSeptember 24, 2011

#412903

So happy to see the kit is finally get used! Can't wait to see it finished. Looks great, keep up the good work~

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So happy to see the kit is finally get used! Can't wait to see it finished. Looks great, keep up the good work~

whitej47September 24, 2011

#412923

onajinohito;412903 wrote:So happy to see the kit is finally get used! Can't wait to see it finished. Looks great, keep up the good work~

I am bringing the kit back to life. Dave, I don't know if you caught my other thread:

http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272

This thing was trashed from the ppl that owned it after you. I am going back and making it right. How's J-Land?

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[QUOTE=onajinohito;412903]So happy to see the kit is finally get used! Can't wait to see it finished. Looks great, keep up the good work~[/QUOTE]

I am bringing the kit back to life.  Dave, I don't know if you caught my other thread:

[URL="http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272"]http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272[/URL]

This thing was trashed from the ppl that owned it after you.  I am going back and making it right.  How's J-Land?

whitej47October 1, 2011

#414269

Some updates with little things:

Checking the corner to see if I did my homework!

Corner looks clean

Little mock up I did with all of my parts...

Let me know what you guys think. I have a few things left to do and car will go to paint.

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Some updates with little things:
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0806.jpg[/IMG]
 
Checking the corner to see if I did my homework!
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0824.jpg[/IMG]
Corner looks clean
 
Little mock up I did with all of my parts...
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0869.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0935.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Kit%20flow/DSC_0917.jpg[/IMG]
 
Let me know what you guys think. I have a few things left to do and car will go to paint.

onajinohitoOctober 1, 2011

#414360

whitej47;412923 wrote:I am bringing the kit back to life. Dave, I don't know if you caught my other thread:

http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272

This thing was trashed from the ppl that owned it after you. I am going back and making it right. How's J-Land?

Sorry for the late response!

I didn't see that other thread before but it looks like the kit did get trashed pretty bad... Looks like you are doing it right bringing it back!! :)

Staying busy here. Wanting to get a car project started soooo bad but don't know which platform to start with. Sure I will know when the time is right!

Keep up the great work, keep posting those progress pics!

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[QUOTE=whitej47;412923]I am bringing the kit back to life.  Dave, I don't know if you caught my other thread:

[URL="http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272"]http://www.vipstylecars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27272[/URL]

This thing was trashed from the ppl that owned it after you.  I am going back and making it right.  How's J-Land?[/QUOTE]

Sorry for the late response! 

I didn't see that other thread before but it looks like the kit did get trashed pretty bad... Looks like you are doing it right bringing it back!! :)

Staying busy here. Wanting to get a car project started soooo bad but don't know which platform to start with. Sure I will know when the time is right! 

Keep up the great work, keep posting those progress pics!

BAHCOctober 3, 2011

#414694

dual fogs looks awesome

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dual fogs looks awesome

geneticOctober 4, 2011

#414837

FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU WOW

Car is looking great Joe!

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FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU WOW

Car is looking great Joe!

eight08customsOctober 5, 2011

#415085

comming along! Looks good man! Fiberglass make me all scratchy!

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comming along! Looks good man! Fiberglass make me all scratchy!

whitej47October 6, 2011

#415367

Thanks for the feedback homies!!! I can't wait to get this thing done now. I got the dual fogs from a Toyota Land Cruiser. The lenses are kinda shitty, but I will throw a projector in there or something...

I usually wear a long rubber glove when working with the glass. Full breathing mask, beanie and goggles. Can't be too careful with that crap haha.

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Thanks for the feedback homies!!!  I can't wait to get this thing done now.  I got the dual fogs from a Toyota Land Cruiser.  The lenses are kinda shitty, but I will throw a projector in there or something...

I usually wear a long rubber glove when working with the glass.  Full breathing mask, beanie and goggles.  Can't be too careful with that crap haha.

firelizardOctober 7, 2011

#415540

This is going to look hard when it's painted!

Good call on the dual fogs too, definitely.

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This is going to look hard when it's painted!

Good call on the dual fogs too, definitely.

shawnthemonsterOctober 7, 2011

#415723

just keeps getting better and better.

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just keeps getting better and better.

whitej47October 25, 2011

#418972

Some recent work while I took a brake from the front bummer lol

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Some recent work while I took a brake from the front bummer lol

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/fg%20work/DSC_1136.jpg[/IMG]

whitej47December 26, 2011

#429372

Just trying to keep things clean for now. Not too many updates. I got a chrome hatch handle I have to make an install video for, bought a rear FFF/grille combo that I am going to mess with, and recently picked up these babies:

Pillar Lay lights

Autocon:

Gonna send the car to paint in Jan 2012 in a few weeks. Trying hard to finish on the kit now. I have a few things left to do plus some new over-the-top mods I may be considering. Hope I can kill it this upcoming year!

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Just trying to keep things clean for now. Not too many updates. I got a chrome hatch handle I have to make an install video for, bought a rear FFF/grille combo that I am going to mess with, and recently picked up these babies:
 
Pillar Lay lights
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1341.jpg[/IMG]
 
Autocon:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1302.jpg[/IMG]
 
Gonna send the car to paint in Jan 2012 in a few weeks. Trying hard to finish on the kit now. I have a few things left to do plus some new over-the-top mods I may be considering. Hope I can kill it this upcoming year!

chik-n-littleDecember 26, 2011

#429395

O, I seen your box at autocon...looks good man...

"Your sister is hot but your mom does that thing with her tongue"

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O, I seen your box at autocon...looks good man...



"Your sister is hot but your mom does that thing with her tongue"

whitej47January 10, 2012

#431429

^Thanks man.

I have a bit of a dilemma. I want to run some chrome tail pipes, but as you can see from other pics, my exhaust port is shaved. I want them to be vip-esq. I have one example for right now, but I will post the rest of the pics up when I get home.

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^Thanks man.
 
I have a bit of a dilemma.  I want to run some chrome tail pipes, but as you can see from other pics, my exhaust port is shaved.  I want them to be vip-esq.  I have one example for right now, but I will post the rest of the pics up when I get home.
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1470.jpg[/IMG]

willix231January 10, 2012

#431439

Glad to know we can follow you here too Joe

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Glad to know we can follow you here too Joe

whitej47January 19, 2012

#433304

Removed my washer tank:

Hammered my fenders flat:

I am almost ready for paint. I am finishing the final prep on my kit and then I will be ready to go. Wheels will be spaced 5mm up front and I am going to stretch a smaller tire over the front. I need another set of 205/40/17 in the rear since mine are toast.

Got some new goodies too:

Vavles cover for chrome dip-

OEM Chrome trim to replace the ugly black ones-

SQ building begins-

Ride Tech valves assembly for rebuil-

I did a few mock-ups with silver painted PVC for tip styling as well:

Still undecided as for exhaust...I need to decide quickly tho.

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Removed my washer tank:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Washer%20tank%20removal/DSC_1496-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Washer%20tank%20removal/DSC_1509-1.jpg[/IMG]
 
 
Hammered my fenders flat:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Fender%20removal/DSC_1517-2.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Fender%20removal/DSC_1516-2.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Fender%20removal/DSC_1515-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Fender%20removal/DSC_1519-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Fender%20removal/DSC_1535-1.jpg[/IMG]
 
I am almost ready for paint. I am finishing the final prep on my kit and then I will be ready to go. Wheels will be spaced 5mm up front and I am going to stretch a smaller tire over the front. I need another set of 205/40/17 in the rear since mine are toast. 
 
Got some new goodies too:
 
Vavles cover for chrome dip-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1538-1.jpg[/IMG]
 
OEM Chrome trim to replace the ugly black ones-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1557.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1558.jpg[/IMG]
 
SQ building begins-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1400.jpg[/IMG]
 
Ride Tech valves assembly for rebuil-
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1377.jpg[/IMG]
 
I did a few mock-ups with silver painted PVC for tip styling as well:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Tip%20mock%20up/GS2.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Tip%20mock%20up/GE6.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/Tip%20mock%20up/offup2.jpg[/IMG]
 
Still undecided as for exhaust...I need to decide quickly tho.

1lexus2cJanuary 20, 2012

#433584

Cant wait when it's done

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Cant wait when it's done

TNvipGSJanuary 21, 2012

#433695

That is one crazy 1gen xb can't wait to see is painted

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That is one crazy 1gen xb can't wait to see is painted

whitej47January 24, 2012

#434049

^haha defining moment of the build will be when it's IN paint. I need to get it to you man. Getting tired or rollin hella-bummy.

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^haha defining moment of the build will be when it's IN paint.  I need to get it to you man.  Getting tired or rollin hella-bummy.

whitej47January 28, 2012

#434828

Yo guys, my car is in a hot mess right now. I don't have any pics, but here is what I have done:

-traded my dark gray leather interior with another stock for trade+cash(hopefully cash covers the build of the new stuff since I already have a set of Black Katzkins chilling)
-sidemarkers are sanded about 1/2" around to the bare metal
-rear wiper and hood in same condition as above
-Rolling with an OEM carbon fiber hood(yeah, yeah, I know)
-rolling on daily 18s so I can get new rubber fitted, plans include a bit of a stretch up front with 5mm spacers and extended lugs
-car goes to pain soon. Need to finish my tail pipe design and shaping of the rear bumper.
-car is being gutted next week
-rolling ghetto sucks, but it's only for a minute!

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Yo guys, my car is in a hot mess right now.  I don't have any pics, but here is what I have done:
 
-traded my dark gray leather interior with another stock for trade+cash(hopefully cash covers the build of the new stuff since I already have a set of Black Katzkins chilling)
-sidemarkers are sanded about 1/2" around to the bare metal
-rear wiper and hood in same condition as above
-Rolling with an OEM carbon fiber hood(yeah, yeah, I know)
-rolling on daily 18s so I can get new rubber fitted, plans include a bit of a stretch up front with 5mm spacers and extended lugs
-car goes to pain soon.  Need to finish my tail pipe design and shaping of the rear bumper.
-car is being gutted next week
-rolling ghetto sucks, but it's only for a minute!

whitej47February 14, 2012

#437534

Hotness-hot mess

195/40/17 stretched up front. Able to roll a little lower now. Trying to get better fitment out of my front bumper...

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Hotness-hot mess

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_15462.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1550-2-1.jpg[/IMG]
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[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1545-1.jpg[/IMG]


195/40/17 stretched up front.  Able to roll a little lower now.  Trying to get better fitment out of my front bumper...

willix231February 14, 2012

#437597

Cant wait to see this done....its finally getting there joe...hopefully should be in a body shop in next couple of weeks

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Cant wait to see this done....its finally getting there joe...hopefully should be in a body shop in next couple of weeks

whitej47March 6, 2012

#440919

Got my kit fitted and pulled rears. Paint is way behind schedule, but $hit happens:shrug:

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Got my kit fitted and pulled rears.  Paint is way behind schedule, but $hit happens:shrug:

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1667.jpg[/IMG]

willix231March 6, 2012

#440947

crunch time joe.....get all the kinks worked out and get this bad boy into paint

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crunch time joe.....get all the kinks worked out and get this bad boy into paint

Kouki MonsterMarch 8, 2012

#441204

the work, the fitment, the attention to detail!! :biggthumpup:

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the work, the fitment, the attention to detail!! :biggthumpup:

whitej47March 10, 2012

#441471

Thanks guys, one step at a time...gonna be bored when shit's done lol.

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Thanks guys, one step at a time...gonna be bored when shit's done lol.

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1617.jpg[/IMG]

bluwagunMarch 11, 2012

#441574

whitej47;441471 wrote:Thanks guys, one step at a time...gonna be bored when shit's done lol.

LOL, well I hope you don't sell once your finish. You put a lot of work in, Stay stetti and enjoy.

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[QUOTE=whitej47;441471]Thanks guys, one step at a time...gonna be bored when shit's done lol.[/QUOTE]

LOL, well I hope you don't sell once your finish. You put a lot of work in, Stay stetti and enjoy.

whitej47March 16, 2012

#442543

Exhaust done. Gonna get the bumper glassed and then it's off to paint! Finally!!

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[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1620.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1626-1.jpg[/IMG]
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Exhaust done.  Gonna get the bumper glassed and then it's off to paint!  Finally!!

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1610.jpg[/IMG]

chik-n-littleMarch 16, 2012

#442547

Tha rear shot (no homo) looks on point when the box is aired out...

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Tha rear shot (no homo) looks on point when the box is aired out...

Kouki MonsterMarch 16, 2012

#442556

Bored?? nah man.. you will be to busy actually taking it to meets and cruising!!

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Bored?? nah man.. you will be to busy actually taking it to meets and cruising!!

willix231March 16, 2012

#442642

new rear shot with new exhaust setup

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new rear shot with new exhaust setup

whitej47March 18, 2012

#442854

Ask and you shall receive:

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Ask and you shall receive:

[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1619-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1621.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1622-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1624-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1626-2.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1628.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1646.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1654.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1655.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1667-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1663.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1656.jpg[/IMG]

whitej47March 19, 2012

#442977

You know how we do:

Before:

After:

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You know how we do:

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[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1672.jpg[/IMG]

Before:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1626-1.jpg[/IMG]


After:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1673.jpg[/IMG]

okstanceMarch 21, 2012

#443412

damn those wheels are sexy =]

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damn those wheels are sexy =]

whitej47April 5, 2012

#446142

Car is in paint. Hope to have some updates soon! Will post some teasers in a bit...

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Car is in paint.  Hope to have some updates soon!  Will post some teasers in a bit...

whitej47April 9, 2012

#446747

New additions while car is in paint. I cut apart a set of brand new OEM chrome handles from Japan and placed the grab parts inside of the OEM color matched housings. Will compliment the OEM stainless window trim well.

The full chrome handle is overdone and is too gaudy on most xBs, especially white. People don't really take enough time to think about their mods, they just buy stuff and bolt it on and act all Hella-JDM. I always prefer not modding something, to over modding something else. Got this idea from Crown vics and 90s Altimas/Acuras. My hatch handle is getting the bottom portion masked and the top will be color matched. The whole thing will then be cleared for a one dimensional chrome look/feel. There are a lot of guys going "stick-on-chrome-tapefrompepboys" crazy these days. Not going to happen on my car.

Pics fo the body work:

3rd time's a charm, finally bought brand new OEM replacement:

Tearing down the old work to begin anew. Was about to drop money on a new OEM hood, but thankfully we got it figured out.

Should be able to lay base and initial clear this week and let it cure. Then they color sand and lay more down. Shud be dope. Can't wait to get him back.

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New additions while car is in paint. I cut apart a set of brand new OEM chrome handles from Japan and placed the grab parts inside of the OEM color matched housings. Will compliment the OEM stainless window trim well.
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1740.jpg[/IMG]
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[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1722.jpg[/IMG]
 
The full chrome handle is overdone and is too gaudy on most xBs, especially white. People don't really take enough time to think about their mods, they just buy stuff and bolt it on and act all Hella-JDM. I always prefer not modding something, to over modding something else. Got this idea from Crown vics and 90s Altimas/Acuras. My hatch handle is getting the bottom portion masked and the top will be color matched. The whole thing will then be cleared for a one dimensional chrome look/feel. There are a lot of guys going "stick-on-chrome-tapefrompepboys" crazy these days. Not going to happen on my car.
 
Pics fo the body work:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1728.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1724.jpg[/IMG]
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[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1722-1.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1721.jpg[/IMG]
 
3rd time's a charm, finally bought brand new OEM replacement:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1726.jpg[/IMG]
 
Tearing down the old work to begin anew. Was about to drop money on a new OEM hood, but thankfully we got it figured out.
 
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/AAMy%20Build/DSC_1720.jpg[/IMG]
 
Should be able to lay base and initial clear this week and let it cure. Then they color sand and lay more down. Shud be dope. Can't wait to get him back.

whitej47May 4, 2012

#450781

Picked up barrels today. Polished and clear powder'd

My car is going to miss the TORC deadline. My painter is doing a good job, but he is taking a while to finish...I know the work is going to come out looking good, but I needed my car back like 5 minutes ago lol. Anyway, more updates with progress. soon. Off to VR to have my wheels assembled.

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Picked up barrels today.  Polished and clear powder'd

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My car is going to miss the TORC deadline.  My painter is doing a good job, but he is taking a while to finish...I know the work is going to come out looking good, but I needed my car back like 5 minutes ago lol.  Anyway, more updates with progress. soon.  Off to VR to have my wheels assembled.

bob_sagatMay 4, 2012

#450794

Looking good Joe! Quick question, did you mod your front crash bar to fit your kit?

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Looking good Joe! Quick question, did you mod your front crash bar to fit your kit?

whitej47May 4, 2012

#450856

Thanks!

My stock crash bar is still in place, but I had to flip it upside down and move it up. Normally there are 4 long nuts holding it on, but now only the top 2 go in the bottom holes if it makes sense. Anyway, keeping the crash bar was a must so I had to figure it out. LMK if you need some help with kit fitment or anything

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Thanks!

My stock crash bar is still in place, but I had to flip it upside down and move it up.  Normally there are 4 long nuts holding it on, but now only the top 2 go in the bottom holes if it makes sense. Anyway, keeping the crash bar was a must so I had to figure it out.  LMK if you need some help with kit fitment or anything

Kouki MonsterMay 6, 2012

#451005

awesome work!

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awesome work!

whitej47May 7, 2012

#451099

^Thanks man. I am working on replacing all of my wheel hardware this time too. Not the face bolts, but the hidden hardware and the rear nuts. M7 shit is really hard to find...only found 2 places on the net that offer it and they are both out of the country, WTF?!? lol

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^Thanks man.  I am working on replacing all of my wheel hardware this time too.  Not the face bolts, but the hidden hardware and the rear nuts.  M7 shit is really hard to find...only found 2 places on the net that offer it and they are both out of the country, WTF?!? lol

Kouki MonsterMay 9, 2012

#451405

I might be able to source it.

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I might be able to source it.

shawnthemonsterMay 11, 2012

#451745

i cant wait to see this thing done!

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i cant wait to see this thing done!

willix231May 11, 2012

#451765

whats the word on this brotha??? should be out sometime this week right??:dance:

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whats the word on this brotha??? should be out sometime this week right??:dance:

onajinohitoMay 15, 2012

#452190

Excited to see this finished too!!! Updates?

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Excited to see this finished too!!! Updates?

whitej47May 15, 2012

#452234

I am going to pick it up. I have work the next few days, but it is done. I need to get my ass down there. Prolly Friday. Pics here first!

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I am going to pick it up.  I have work the next few days, but it is done.  I need to get my ass down there.  Prolly Friday.  Pics here first!

whitej47June 13, 2012

#455423

Ok here he is:

Local meet:

Handles are built and on the car:

Seats installed:

Oh herro there:

Getting ready for a car show on Saturday in San Bernardino. I am still figuring a few things out. I need to get my rims back on and then mount a few accessories. My other seats are being finished, so these covers are a temp.. Always liked the no headrest look. Anyway, you get the idea. More legit pics to come.

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Ok here he is:

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Local meet:
[URL="http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_0021-1.jpg"][IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_0021-1.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
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Handles are built and on the car:
[URL="http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_18732.jpg"][IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_18732.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

Seats installed:
[URL="http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_1902.jpg"][IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_1902.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

Oh herro there:
[URL="http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_1900.jpg"][IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_1900.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

Getting ready for a car show on Saturday in San Bernardino.  I am still figuring a few things out.  I need to get my rims back on and then mount a few accessories.  My other seats are being finished, so these covers are a temp.. Always liked the no headrest look.  Anyway, you get the idea.  More legit pics to come.

CL3V3NG3RJune 17, 2012

#455797

Love it! Those headlights are $$$! Great work

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Love it! Those headlights are $$$! Great work

whitej47June 19, 2012

#455940

Some from this weekend. Thanks Indy!

Yo!!

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Some from this weekend.  Thanks Indy!
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Yo!!
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lowlanderJune 20, 2012

#456001

Uhm... So you needed up buy my sterns....

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Uhm... So you needed up buy my sterns....

whitej47June 25, 2012

#456447

Small updates. I have a JDM bB bumper with WALD lip:

New headlights I am going to mess with:

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Small updates.  I have a JDM bB bumper with WALD lip:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_1878-4.jpg[/IMG]


New headlights I am going to mess with:
[IMG]http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg111/szell001/DSC_1875-5.jpg[/IMG]

help23September 28, 2012

#465396

we need updates bro...... if you need i can take the pics but seriously we need MORE :)

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we need updates bro...... if you need i can take the pics but seriously we need MORE :)