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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder - Long road to VIP (Y33)

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33flavorsAugust 8, 2012
#460298

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder - Long road to VIP (Y33)

Phase I:
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Highlights: VS kit - LS460 fogs up side down - Artisan Spirit GT Fenders - Junction Produce Type I exhaust - Leon Hardiritt Ordens - Kouki Grill
Phase II:
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Highlights: Porsche 911 Guards Red Paint - Retro Fit Headlights
Phase III:
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Highlights: Kbreak Kit - Ls460 Fog Light Retro Fit - 2 Headlight Retro fit - Kbreak Tribal Exhaust - Hot Hues Candle Apple red - Custom Fenders - Work T1S
Phase IV:
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Phase I: 
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Highlights: VS kit - LS460 fogs up side down - Artisan Spirit GT Fenders - Junction Produce Type I exhaust - Leon Hardiritt Ordens - Kouki Grill
Phase II:
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Highlights: Porsche 911 Guards Red Paint - Retro Fit Headlights
Phase III:
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Highlights: Kbreak Kit - Ls460 Fog Light Retro Fit - 2 Headlight Retro fit - Kbreak Tribal Exhaust - Hot Hues Candle Apple red - Custom Fenders - Work T1S
Phase IV:
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33flavorsAugust 8, 2012
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Highlights: Dakota Digital Auto Ride Leveling - Dialed Suspension - GT Grill - Work Equips - JL Audio ICE
Phase V:
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Highlights: Custom GT Grill - Weds kranze Chrishna - Retrofit Headlights - LS600 Retro Fit Fogs - Custom Triple Exhaust
Phase VI:
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Highlights: More Low - notched frame - small radius front and rear - cleared fogs
Phase VI.5
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Highlights: Dakota Digital Auto Ride Leveling - Dialed Suspension - GT Grill - Work Equips - JL Audio ICE
Phase V:
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Highlights: Custom GT Grill - Weds kranze Chrishna - Retrofit Headlights - LS600 Retro Fit Fogs - Custom Triple Exhaust
Phase VI:
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Highlights: More Low - notched frame - small radius front and rear - cleared fogs
Phase VI.5
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33flavorsAugust 8, 2012
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Highlights: (1) off Retrofit Headlights - Upgraded from 13TW5's to 12W6's
Phase VII: Coming soon................................
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Highlights: (1) off Retrofit Headlights - Upgraded from 13TW5's to 12W6's
Phase VII: Coming soon................................
joecurrAugust 8, 2012
#460365
So sick, people would be glad to achieve any one of your phases.
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So sick, people would be glad to achieve any one of your phases.
Rodneyc77August 8, 2012
#460375
For real... You've reinvented the car time and time again...

I can't wait to see the next phase...
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For real... You've reinvented the car time and time again... 

I can't wait to see the next phase...
33flavorsAugust 8, 2012
#460386
thanks - the best thing i can suggest to the new comers on the scene is to TAKE YOUR TIME. No need for temp wheels, temp body work, temp anything. There will always be another show, another event, another summer, - dont rush - dont sacrifice quality for time! i learned the hard way because I am stubborn as hell and hard headed as well. - GO SLOW - Do it right - DONT do it twice!!!!!!!!!!!
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thanks - the best thing i can suggest to the new comers on the scene is to TAKE YOUR TIME. No need for temp wheels, temp body work, temp anything.  There will always be another show, another event, another summer, - dont rush - dont sacrifice quality for time! i learned the hard way because I am stubborn as hell and hard headed as well. - GO SLOW - Do it right - DONT do it twice!!!!!!!!!!!
OGAugust 8, 2012
#460396
i really wish the first red would have lasted longer. that was a power move, but i couldn't get past the knockoff kit and black wheels. now that i look at it you've always had black wheels (other than the month you had the gold works) and lights. progression looks really natural, you can tell you were on the same path the whole way. while i agree that it's best to take your time, i don't think anyone would come up with your final product on the first try regardless how long they waited; there's always some trial and error. i have always said take your time and figure out your personal take on the style. what appeals to you in your first year or so is always the same. ordens, bags, accesories. lol. after a little time you develope something more personal, that represents who you are a little better, and it's back to the drawing board. that's one reason that i push foundation first. not only can you spend time discovering your style but there's plenty to be done as far as maintenance, suspension, undercar; stuff that a lot of cats compeltely overlook because they're concerned solely with aesthetics. lay the slab first, hang the curtains later. you'll have a better built car in the long run and by the time you're done you'll probably have evolved a little. without having met you in person i think this car definitely represents you well j.
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i really wish the first red would have lasted longer. that was a power move, but i couldn't get past the knockoff kit and black wheels. now that i look at it you've always had black wheels (other than the month you had the gold works) and lights. progression looks really natural, you can tell you were on the same path the whole way. while i agree that it's best to take your time, i don't think anyone would come up with your final product on the first try regardless how long they waited; there's always some trial and error. i have always said take your time and figure out your personal take on the style. what appeals to you in your first year or so is always the same. ordens, bags, accesories. lol. after a little time you develope something more personal, that represents who you are a little better, and it's  back to the drawing board. that's one reason that i push foundation first. not only can you spend time discovering your style but there's plenty to be done as far as maintenance, suspension, undercar; stuff that a lot of cats compeltely overlook because they're concerned solely with aesthetics. lay the slab first, hang the curtains later. you'll  have a better built car in the long run and by the time you're done you'll probably have evolved a little. without having met you in person i think this car definitely represents  you well j.
VI IXAugust 8, 2012
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OG;460396 wrote: lay the slab first, hang the curtains later. you'll have a better built car in the long run and by the time you're done you'll probably have evolved a little. without having met you in person i think this car definitely represents you well j.


Probably by far the smartest thing I've ever heard u say. :slap: <-- pat on the back

33flavors;460386 wrote:thanks - the best thing i can suggest to the new comers on the scene is to TAKE YOUR TIME. No need for temp wheels, temp body work, temp anything. There will always be another show, another event, another summer, - dont rush - dont sacrifice quality for time! i learned the hard way because I am stubborn as hell and hard headed as well. - GO SLOW - Do it right - DONT do it twice!!!!!!!!!!!

Shiiiiiiet. How many times did we discuss little tweaks???? Fuuuuuuuck. "a Poges what u think about this? " :slap: <---- pat upside the head. All dope phases, truly inspiring. Now, Interior please. :thelaw::signdammit:=)
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[QUOTE=OG;460396] lay the slab first, hang the curtains later. you'll  have a better built car in the long run and by the time you're done you'll probably have evolved a little. without having met you in person i think this car definitely represents  you well j.[/QUOTE]

Probably by far the smartest thing I've ever heard u say. :slap: <-- pat on the back 

[QUOTE=33flavors;460386]thanks - the best thing i can suggest to the new comers on the scene is to TAKE YOUR TIME. No need for temp wheels, temp body work, temp anything.  There will always be another show, another event, another summer, - dont rush - dont sacrifice quality for time! i learned the hard way because I am stubborn as hell and hard headed as well. - GO SLOW - Do it right - DONT do it twice!!!!!!!!!!![/QUOTE]
Shiiiiiiet. How many times did we discuss little tweaks???? Fuuuuuuuck. "a Poges what u think about this? "                       :slap:  <---- pat upside the head. All dope phases, truly inspiring. Now, Interior please. :thelaw::signdammit:=)
33flavorsAugust 8, 2012
#460426
OG;460396 wrote:i really wish the first red would have lasted longer. that was a power move, but i couldn't get past the knockoff kit and black wheels. now that i look at it you've always had black wheels (other than the month you had the gold works) and lights. progression looks really natural, you can tell you were on the same path the whole way. while i agree that it's best to take your time, i don't think anyone would come up with your final product on the first try regardless how long they waited; there's always some trial and error. i have always said take your time and figure out your personal take on the style. what appeals to you in your first year or so is always the same. ordens, bags, accesories. lol. after a little time you develope something more personal, that represents who you are a little better, and it's back to the drawing board. that's one reason that i push foundation first. not only can you spend time discovering your style but there's plenty to be done as far as maintenance, suspension, undercar; stuff that a lot of cats compeltely overlook because they're concerned solely with aesthetics. lay the slab first, hang the curtains later. you'll have a better built car in the long run and by the time you're done you'll probably have evolved a little. without having met you in person i think this car definitely represents you well j.


I had to change the color - it was too bad of a job to keep and to have a redone in the same color - the guy that jerked me to begin with would have still had his name on the car. I had the opportunity to redo it due to an car accident where I was rear ended - That put me on the KBREAK kit and paint that was paid for out of insurance dollars so it worked itself out

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I have more but like I said it was too bad to keep!
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[QUOTE=OG;460396]i really wish the first red would have lasted longer. that was a power move, but i couldn't get past the knockoff kit and black wheels. now that i look at it you've always had black wheels (other than the month you had the gold works) and lights. progression looks really natural, you can tell you were on the same path the whole way. while i agree that it's best to take your time, i don't think anyone would come up with your final product on the first try regardless how long they waited; there's always some trial and error. i have always said take your time and figure out your personal take on the style. what appeals to you in your first year or so is always the same. ordens, bags, accesories. lol. after a little time you develope something more personal, that represents who you are a little better, and it's  back to the drawing board. that's one reason that i push foundation first. not only can you spend time discovering your style but there's plenty to be done as far as maintenance, suspension, undercar; stuff that a lot of cats compeltely overlook because they're concerned solely with aesthetics. lay the slab first, hang the curtains later. you'll  have a better built car in the long run and by the time you're done you'll probably have evolved a little. without having met you in person i think this car definitely represents  you well j.[/QUOTE]

I had to change the color - it was too bad of a job to keep and to have a redone in the same color - the guy that jerked me to begin with would have still had his name on the car.  I had the opportunity to redo it due to an car accident where I was rear ended - That put me on the KBREAK kit and paint that was paid for out of insurance dollars so it worked itself out

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I have more but like I said it was too bad to keep!
OGAugust 9, 2012
#460449
Daaamn. SMH.
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Daaamn. SMH.
brainneededAugust 9, 2012
#460452
that fool painted over the door jamb sensors?! :slap:
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that fool painted over the door jamb sensors?! :slap:
DIRTYATLAugust 9, 2012
#460461
Inspirational build....awaiting the next phase

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Inspirational build....awaiting the next phase

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speedaddictAugust 9, 2012
#460476
dope in all phases. :biggthumpup:
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dope in all phases. :biggthumpup:
taasinboyAugust 10, 2012
#460580
Pretty legendary in the US Vip car scene and most likely even impresses the pros over in Japan. Your car and it's style over the years pretty much blended with the times. I'm always amazed with what you come up with next. There are many beautiful builds, buy yours is always my favorite. On to the next phase.
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Pretty legendary in the US Vip car scene and most likely even impresses the pros over in Japan. Your car and it's style over the years pretty much blended with the times. I'm always amazed with what you come up with next. There are many beautiful builds, buy yours is always my favorite. On to the next phase.
JuzzoAugust 11, 2012
#460666
Damn J, that's sum shitty work @ phase II...
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Damn J, that's sum shitty work @ phase II...
jboAugust 15, 2012
#460976
Definitely an incredible build every phase has been pretty damn extraordinary and its hard to imagine that you could improve it any way but I know you will...thankyou for being an inspiration to us all we look forward to phase VII...
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Definitely an incredible build every phase has been pretty damn extraordinary and its hard to imagine that you could improve it any way but I know you will...thankyou for being an inspiration to us all we look forward to phase VII...
tsgwhy34September 17, 2012
#464334
Kinda partial to the Y34, but this thing is BOSS status!
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Kinda partial to the Y34, but this thing is BOSS status!
00scottyOctober 16, 2012
#466960
kush, hands down....would you happen to have a thread to your HID retrofit...got some ideas for what i want to do on mine
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kush, hands down....would you happen to have a thread to your HID retrofit...got some ideas for what i want to do on mine