My new '13 Cosmic Blue Lancer Evo X GSR
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Really? I didn't know they ran so rich. My friend's LGT can't do it and he's got a full turbo back catless exhaust. I guess it's all in the tune.
Done.
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Thanks dude. I am definitely babying the clutch. How long did yours last before you upgraded?
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Thanks dude. I am definitely babying the clutch. How long did yours last before you upgraded?
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Dat flame! Oh man!
Sounds good! Now you need a vid of you driving with someone recording you.
Sounds good! Now you need a vid of you driving with someone recording you.
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Hey guys sorry for the lack of updates. Started my new job two weeks ago and they're strict about internet usage, so no Azine
Also, the schedule is pretty rough so any free time is spent not on the computer lol. Mon-Thurs 7:30-5:30, Fri 8-12. Plus a 2 hour roundtrip commute everyday in rush hour traffic. Nearing 4500 miles
I got the tint done at Evolution Window Tinting in West Babylon. They do a pretty decent job and VERY quickly. I was in and out in 45 minutes.
Okay here is the update...
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They are Swift Sport lowering springs mounted on OEM KYB shocks. 20K miles on the setup. Basically got it for the price of just the springs new. Figured this was the best way to go since it's an easy swap and I get to keep my own OEM setup in one piece. They should drop the car about 1.5 inches all around fully settled.
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I got the tint done at Evolution Window Tinting in West Babylon. They do a pretty decent job and VERY quickly. I was in and out in 45 minutes.
Okay here is the update...
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They are Swift Sport lowering springs mounted on OEM KYB shocks. 20K miles on the setup. Basically got it for the price of just the springs new. Figured this was the best way to go since it's an easy swap and I get to keep my own OEM setup in one piece. They should drop the car about 1.5 inches all around fully settled.
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staying off the boost eh
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Here is the drop. I installed it just now. It was by far the EASIEST coilover install I have ever done. Difficulty was 2/10. Took me just under two hours.
The ride is better than stock. And the drop is perfect at around 1.25 inches all around. Maybe it will settle a little more. I am very happy with the purchase![Big Grin](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
BEFORE:
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AFTER:
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Don't worry about the picture quality. I just edited it so you can see the arches and tires.
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Now it's time to decide if I want new wheels, or just 25mm spacers and be done with it....
The ride is better than stock. And the drop is perfect at around 1.25 inches all around. Maybe it will settle a little more. I am very happy with the purchase
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BEFORE:
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AFTER:
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Don't worry about the picture quality. I just edited it so you can see the arches and tires.
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Now it's time to decide if I want new wheels, or just 25mm spacers and be done with it....
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Very nice ride..... You know, I could really test that speedo over here.
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Looks great with the drop ![Thumbs Up](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
Only a 2 hour install job? Wow.
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Only a 2 hour install job? Wow.
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I always heard that if you got a lease on a car, you have to take the car to dealership for oil changes etc.. and you can't mod the car while its on a lease, I assume that's not the case?
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Thanks. Yeah it was like 4 bolts and 10 nuts total. You can access the rear struts from the trunk so that makes everything easier.
I plan to buy the car though and they know that. Taking it in for an oil change this week so ill see how it goes.
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Great looking car and thread! I enjoyed watching your TL progression and I'm sure this will be no different.
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Looking good so far
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2/10 difficulty for an engineer, that is. ![Teef](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/teef.gif)
Drop looks great! I think you have a hard choice with the wheels. The drop seems to make new wheels unnecessary, but I think they would take the car to a completely different level.
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Drop looks great! I think you have a hard choice with the wheels. The drop seems to make new wheels unnecessary, but I think they would take the car to a completely different level.
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Funny that this thread got bumped today, I have an update for you guys ![Big Grin](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
I'll start off by saying that the Cobb AP is worth every penny. It increases boost and fuel economy. I am running the Stage 1 93 octane + Cobb SF intake (even though I have a different brand intake) + low boost map. I had an issue with overboosting so I had to go with a low boost tune. The car runs so much smoother and feels very refined.
They have a map for a electronic boost controller as well. I will probably do that down the road.
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I'll start off by saying that the Cobb AP is worth every penny. It increases boost and fuel economy. I am running the Stage 1 93 octane + Cobb SF intake (even though I have a different brand intake) + low boost map. I had an issue with overboosting so I had to go with a low boost tune. The car runs so much smoother and feels very refined.
They have a map for a electronic boost controller as well. I will probably do that down the road.
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So my birthday was on the 30th (last week). My gf (who is amazing) got me a new 426 gram Flossy Heavy-weight shift knob. It made a HUGE difference. The shifting is like butter now. I absolutely LOVE it and recommend anyone with a manual to consider one. They make it in a ball too. I prefer the taller stick though. She got it engraved with the 5MT pattern. It's a nice grippy powdercoated finish.
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After spending Friday and Saturday getting hammered in NYC, we took a drive on Sunday to Caumsett State Park where I finally introduced the Evo to some real dirt.
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Finally, today I installed a CF taller hood scoop. I'm still on the fence about putting CF on a blue car and the fitment is not perfect, but it is starting to grow on me.
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After spending Friday and Saturday getting hammered in NYC, we took a drive on Sunday to Caumsett State Park where I finally introduced the Evo to some real dirt.
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Finally, today I installed a CF taller hood scoop. I'm still on the fence about putting CF on a blue car and the fitment is not perfect, but it is starting to grow on me.
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damn....that looks soooooo HAWT !!!
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Love the new body style of the Evo X.
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What the F? When did you get an EVO?
Damn asians!
Damn asians!
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^ LOL
Car looks excellent with the drop!
Car looks excellent with the drop!