Modding on a budget
07-05-2013, 08:16 PM
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Modding on a budget
Hello all!! I am now the proud owner of a 2005 TL A/T non navi and am looking for some inexpensive modifications for a nice balance of style/performance/functionality. I've seen some of you guys' builds and am left speechless at how incredible each one is. I'm a new member but have been lurking the threads here prior to my purchase so I know you guys know what you're talking about!! So I beseech you, please help me mod on a budget!!!
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07-05-2013, 08:19 PM
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Welcome, but you picked the wrong car for budget modding
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07-05-2013, 08:23 PM
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Pay it off first 
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07-05-2013, 08:27 PM
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Lol I'm aware, but I love this car and have for quite some time so I jumped at the chance to get one. I'm gonna mod more but just wanna start off small to make it a little more personalized.
Also, my current mods are tints (not sure the % though), Enkei rims and Pirelli tires (again not sure the specs on those as all of this was pre-installed).
Please post rough price ranges as well too
Lol this isn't much of an issue because I had the money to pretty much buy it outright. I just wanted to increase my credit so I financed it and am having the payments come from a seperate bank account that has the aforementioned funds in it
Also, my current mods are tints (not sure the % though), Enkei rims and Pirelli tires (again not sure the specs on those as all of this was pre-installed).
Please post rough price ranges as well too
Lol this isn't much of an issue because I had the money to pretty much buy it outright. I just wanted to increase my credit so I financed it and am having the payments come from a seperate bank account that has the aforementioned funds in it
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07-05-2013, 08:33 PM
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LEDs look nice(as mentioned), plastidip the grill, RDX caliper covers, Modded headlights and tail lights, You can take the intake resonator box out and get a K&N drop in air filter, The A-Spec lip kit is a nice addition but it does run upward of $700+
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07-05-2013, 09:53 PM
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Shadow, if you check my signature, you can go to My Garage by clicking on the title of the signature. I've got a lot of inexpensive mods, but most are aesthetic.
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07-05-2013, 11:46 PM
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07-06-2013, 07:19 AM
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I can't send personal messages yet unfortunately as I'm new and the site said I'd be unable to send PMs for the first 15 days T-T
Also I'd like to thank you all for the quick responses, keep them coming
Also I'd like to thank you all for the quick responses, keep them coming
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07-06-2013, 08:12 AM
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I see you asked for "rough prices" of wheels....that's very broad, and, you can search! You have a computer!
We have no idea what you're looking at because Enkei makes a lot of wheels, all different prices, and the larger you go, the more expensive they get.
You can start off your search here in the Black Market...
https://acurazine.com/forums/marketplace/parts/search/
Or wheelflip.com, tirerack.com, discounttiredirect.com, ect.
Good luck
We have no idea what you're looking at because Enkei makes a lot of wheels, all different prices, and the larger you go, the more expensive they get.
You can start off your search here in the Black Market...
https://acurazine.com/forums/marketplace/parts/search/
Or wheelflip.com, tirerack.com, discounttiredirect.com, ect.
Good luck
07-06-2013, 12:25 PM
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I see you asked for "rough prices" of wheels....that's very broad, and, you can search! You have a computer!
We have no idea what you're looking at because Enkei makes a lot of wheels, all different prices, and the larger you go, the more expensive they get.
You can start off your search here in the Black Market...
https://acurazine.com/forums/marketplace/parts/search/
Or wheelflip.com, tirerack.com, discounttiredirect.com, ect.
Good luck
We have no idea what you're looking at because Enkei makes a lot of wheels, all different prices, and the larger you go, the more expensive they get.
You can start off your search here in the Black Market...
https://acurazine.com/forums/marketplace/parts/search/
Or wheelflip.com, tirerack.com, discounttiredirect.com, ect.
Good luck
07-06-2013, 01:03 PM
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You're completely right, thank you for pointing that out to me cause I didn't consider it. Inexpensive to me is less than 1 grand but preferably <$500
07-06-2013, 01:07 PM
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07-06-2013, 02:23 PM
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LED Upgrade for the Interior ( Probably run you around $70 or so from jdmtoy)
Include the LEDs for the rear license plate +$20
LED switchbacks for the Front headlamps (~$50)
Window Tint (Depends on where you go, i got mine done for $150 using SunTek Films and a Lifetime Warranty)
i-Simple Gateway ($90 at amazon.com )
RDX Caliper covers
you're around $400 bucks just with this stuff and it will be worth it!!!
Include the LEDs for the rear license plate +$20
LED switchbacks for the Front headlamps (~$50)
Window Tint (Depends on where you go, i got mine done for $150 using SunTek Films and a Lifetime Warranty)
i-Simple Gateway ($90 at amazon.com )
RDX Caliper covers
you're around $400 bucks just with this stuff and it will be worth it!!!
07-06-2013, 06:58 PM
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I just got my TL (06 AT) recently and did the following mods, most of which can be found in the 3G Garage:
Plasti Dips Wheels and Grill - $11
Clear Coat for Wheels - $6
White LED Interior Bulbs (dome, courtesy, etc.) - $10
LED Footwell Lighting (four strips) - $8
LED Cupholder Illumination (two 3mm prewired LEDs) - Under $1
LED DRL + DRL Module (iJDMToy) - $60
Carbon Fiber Vinyl for interior panels - $20
VHT Nite-Shades for tail lights (subtle tint, two coats) - $8
Cold Cathode Tube License Plate Lighting - $10
PIAA Xtreme White Reverse Bulbs - $15
Intake Resonator Delete - Free
Plasti Dips Wheels and Grill - $11
Clear Coat for Wheels - $6
White LED Interior Bulbs (dome, courtesy, etc.) - $10
LED Footwell Lighting (four strips) - $8
LED Cupholder Illumination (two 3mm prewired LEDs) - Under $1
LED DRL + DRL Module (iJDMToy) - $60
Carbon Fiber Vinyl for interior panels - $20
VHT Nite-Shades for tail lights (subtle tint, two coats) - $8
Cold Cathode Tube License Plate Lighting - $10
PIAA Xtreme White Reverse Bulbs - $15
Intake Resonator Delete - Free
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