xxpnoiboi03xx

so, what mod should i take on first? first of all i wanna lower my car, which one is more reliable and better looking? i want a ncie drop but not too low, which one is better Eibach pro-kit or Comptech Sport? and what shocks to go with that? tokico illuminas or blue? i heard the comptech ones become brittle and break or something. then i want headers and exhaust. thinkin xs power headers and comptech exhaust, not sure yet if im gonna get the axle or cat tho. borla's exhaust is very nice too, but i dont think they make one for our cars. i like the low throaty deep sound of the comptech on the new tl's. havent heard them on a CL yet? just one from youtube, and it sounded stock (maybe bad video?) then intake, and ofcourse tints. so what first?

-Eibach pro or Comptech springs with tokico shocks
-Tints
-Headers
-Exhaust
-CAI

what do you guys think? thanks!

Rpappi

that sounds decent go with the Eibach or the Tein SS
you looking at wheels?
for more power look into UR pulleys.

good list keep it up.

xxpnoiboi03xx

thanks! o yeah pulleys, i always read about that. what exactly are those and what do they do?

Rpappi

search around there are tons of threads on them.
it underdrives and lightens the crank. not adding power but freeing up power.

xxpnoiboi03xx

oh ok thanks!

MikeCLS6

and with the pulleys they say you get better MPG.....who knows, i dont have them

Sly Raskal

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headers & Intake. get the comptech ones while you can. They are going out of business.

RaviNJCLs

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I would go in the following order if I had to do it all over again.....

Intake
Headers
Coilovers
Spacers
Pulley
Wheels
Exhaust
G35 Coupe
Start all over.

RYANGP

^^I agree with Ravi.
My list is:

Intake
Headers
Springs/Coilovers
Exhaust
UR Pulley
Wheels
then maybe some other stuff lol

Corrosion

Would be safe to just get Comptech springs and leave everything else suspension-wise stock?

LIPPSTUH

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Eibach is good, i got them

i like the list....

performance or appearance first? intake/headers or rims/tires?

xxpnoiboi03xx

see what im lookin for is more for show than go. my car is already fast enough, i just want to improve the looks, lowering, tints, wheels, and the sound/performance. exhaust, headers, intake. i can get a better deal on the comptech springs, which should i get, comptech or eibach? would the warranty still hold on the springs and exhaust if i get them now since theyre closing? k thanks!

LIPPSTUH

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no more warranty since they're closing. i would go with eibach, they're pretty popular here, but i'm kinda biased since i have them...

i'm torn, i'm for both performance and looks... but more looks than perf. since i bought the cl =]

edit: you might want to look into detailing your car also... it'll look even more sexy

BigLizard

My list

AEM cai
Megan headers
delete axle back...custom Apex I
took off Apex I, had chrome pipes installed
new tint...10% reflective sides, 5% semi reflective (stupid window antenna)
Custom sound system installed...have blown 2 subs...both being replaced next week (upgrade)
Eibach prokit
Neuspeed strut bar
Comptech sways
Rotora slotted front rotors with pads
had accident....(11-15-2006)
new hood
body matched grill
body matched bumper
'03 bumper inserts also body matched
'03 headlights...then 8oook hids...took off and went back to OEM
Outlaw spacers and Type-S IM with MSD switch and IMRC
LED shiftlight mod (from subtledreamer)
Headers chopped and modded...RT high flow cat chopped and modded...custom b-pipe...Twister racing resonator...custom axle back...
Mugen/Buddy Club mods
2 sets of rims 04+ TL rims...18" gold O.Z. Ultraleggera

in the process of 3.5 Type-S build...
new rear end (new axle back, new bumper, '03 tails, CF trunk)
new CF hood...
LED interior mods...
secret mods in process...
thinking of FI...depends if I get burned out from building the car up

I've stopped counting how much I've spent...lol

xxpnoiboi03xx

ok so, as far as exhaust. is there a difference in sound between ct axleback and cat-back? coz if not im looking into the axleback's. i love the low deep tone.

btw green machine, wow, thats a lotta $$$ on your ride.

BigLizard

Here's some search results for Comptech exhaust

https://acurazine.com/forums/search.php?searchid=194746

Comptech is very expensive IMO when it comes to exhaust...their blower...not too bad...

You gotta pay to play...

LIPPSTUH

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i think you should not keep track of the money you spend if you want to keep modding =P

Joe5.0

I like the mods I've done so far. They make the car look alot better and i think its fast enough stock. I have a Cobra though, so I get my need for speed with that.

Give us a better idea on what YOU want the car to be.

Do you want to maintain a decent ride, or is the prefect stance & riding low more of a priority.

Do you want it to be fast, or is looking good and sounding good more important?

Regardless of whatever you want, I think EVERY CL needs lowering springs and window tint.

SG81

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I agree. Go Comptech, but ya, it's expensive

Excelerate

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On the suspension side if you are going to do springs and shocks get the Eibach Pro Kit and Eibachs shocks b/c they have a million mile warranty. If you want some adjustment in ride height get the TEIN Basics.

PM me if you need any parts.

RaviNJCLs

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You got to pay for quality.

SG81

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You know it :wink:

xxpnoiboi03xx

all i really want is for it to look nice and clean. i have an 03cls6 and it is fast on its own without any mods. nice and low, tints, and great sounding exhaust. coz this is my 2nd car, my first was a TL, and that was pretty fast for a first car. now ive moved up to this and wow, is all i have to say.

Sly Raskal

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FYI, the CAI isn't just about making the car faster. It really iimproves the car's overall performance.

To note, after installing my CAI, some 100K mi ago, my car accelerates a hell of a lot smoother, and on long trips on the freeway, my car can get over 32mpg! Once I had about 450mi using about 14 gallons.

So, the CAI can help your car run nicer too. Just depends how heavy your foot is.

RaviNJCLs

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