Finally Completed Mod to '04 TL
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Originally Posted by Brew0360
If i were to guess, i'd say i added over 200 pounds in the rear. In fact, I currently unable to align the rear due to the fact the the TL rear camber can not be adjusted. I'm going to add an aftermarket adjuster to correct my alignment problem. Total weight I say is over 250. My car isn't fast, nor am I getting maximum gas mileage, but at my age speed isn't important. I spend over an hour and a half commuting in the DC area so having an SQL TL was important to me.
Understood. Depending on the day, my commutes are about 30-45 minutes. Before I put a lot of mat in my old car I was getting like 25mpg, but after I matted the rear deck, entire trunk, and rear doors it dropped to 22.5mpg. But if you're not to worried about it, I say weigh it down....besides you could defend yourself by saying it helps with traction in the snow...even though the car is front wheel drive.
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Originally Posted by 05TLRIDER
Understood. Depending on the day, my commutes are about 30-45 minutes. Before I put a lot of mat in my old car I was getting like 25mpg, but after I matted the rear deck, entire trunk, and rear doors it dropped to 22.5mpg. But if you're not to worried about it, I say weigh it down....besides you could defend yourself by saying it helps with traction in the snow...even though the car is front wheel drive.
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What up dude. Waited until if finished the system. Changed a few thing since we last met. I see you did the illum door sills. I've taken a few thing from the Type S. Adding the brake and gas pedals tomorrow. Hows the fam and house?
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Originally Posted by jmbnova
ERIC???
Whats up man.... where you been?
Whats up man.... where you been?
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From: Philly/HB/D.C./Nova
Anytime I hear someone spend over 5k on audio upgrades I never really understand because that extra money could be put towards a better car. Don't get me wrong I am a big music fan and the premium audio equipment is well worth the money but add the custom install fees and it always is the roadblock for me. But everytime I see a nice install like this one I just drool because I only wish I had a nice setup that's clean and discreet.
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From: Chula Vista, CA (San Diego County)
Originally Posted by Brew0360
I have finally made all of the modifications to my 04 Anthracite TL i interest in making. Pic soon to follow once I figure out how to post them but here are some of the mods:
OEM A-Spec Underbody Kit
Chrome OEM Rims
2007 Type S rear lights and clear side markers
Alpine Iva-D901 DVD Headunit (connected optically)
Alpine TAU XM-T020 XM module
Alpine CHA-S634 6-disc CD changer
Alpine PXA-501 Processor
Two (2) sets Boston Z6 Speakers (Front-biamped and Rear)
Boston Pro 6 (Center)
Boston G5 12 inch subwoofer
Viper 931XV Alarm System
Optima® Yellow Top Battery
Two (2) Tsunami 2-Farad Capacitor
Two (2) JL 300-2 amps (one for front Z6 woofers, one for Z6 rear)
One (1) JL 300-4 amp (front for front Z6 tweeterw, rear for rear Z6)
One (1) JL 500-1 powering the subwoofer
Amps and Subwoofer (fiberglass enclosure in wheel well) under false floor in trunk.
Inside of entire car from front door to trunk was disassemble for Dynamat.
I get the best of both world with my stereo system (quality and loudness). I'll wait for aftermarket navi (Northern VA needs to slow down on road construction).
Pics to follow.
OEM A-Spec Underbody Kit
Chrome OEM Rims
2007 Type S rear lights and clear side markers
Alpine Iva-D901 DVD Headunit (connected optically)
Alpine TAU XM-T020 XM module
Alpine CHA-S634 6-disc CD changer
Alpine PXA-501 Processor
Two (2) sets Boston Z6 Speakers (Front-biamped and Rear)
Boston Pro 6 (Center)
Boston G5 12 inch subwoofer
Viper 931XV Alarm System
Optima® Yellow Top Battery
Two (2) Tsunami 2-Farad Capacitor
Two (2) JL 300-2 amps (one for front Z6 woofers, one for Z6 rear)
One (1) JL 300-4 amp (front for front Z6 tweeterw, rear for rear Z6)
One (1) JL 500-1 powering the subwoofer
Amps and Subwoofer (fiberglass enclosure in wheel well) under false floor in trunk.
Inside of entire car from front door to trunk was disassemble for Dynamat.
I get the best of both world with my stereo system (quality and loudness). I'll wait for aftermarket navi (Northern VA needs to slow down on road construction).
Pics to follow.
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From: Northern VA
Originally Posted by Brew0360
What up dude. Waited until I finished the system. Changed a few thing since we last met. I see you did the illum door sills. I've taken a few thing from the Type S. Adding the brake and gas pedals tomorrow. Hows the fam and house?
Fam & house are good... well, you know he situation with C... she was worried about causing problems when she left...
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From: No. VA
Originally Posted by jmbnova
Nice to see your ride getting finished!! Yeah, I have added quite a few things lately... Even got this bad boy lowered....
Fam & house are good... well, you know he situation with C... she was worried about causing problems when she left...
Fam & house are good... well, you know he situation with C... she was worried about causing problems when she left...
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From: Northern VA
Originally Posted by Brew0360
The best move C made was to leave. As I told her, she has to look out for the two of you. A job is just that, a job. She'll be happier where she went as opposed to staying here.
To stay on topic... we need to get together so I can hear that monster sound system again!!!
And I took your advice and got the door edge gaurds.. the have saved me more than once.. lol
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From: No. VA
Originally Posted by jmbnova
She already is... Right now she is already donw in VB riding this bad boy...
To stay on topic... we need to get together so I can hear that monster sound system again!!!
And I took your advice and got the door edge gaurds.. the have saved me more than once.. lol
To stay on topic... we need to get together so I can hear that monster sound system again!!!
And I took your advice and got the door edge gaurds.. the have saved me more than once.. lol
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