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Old 06-29-2009, 01:38 PM   #11
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I vote for gold BBS and a Bayson R lip

My OBP


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Old 06-29-2009, 02:06 PM   #12
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I wouldn't waste a cent on suspension until you have better tires on there.
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Old 06-29-2009, 02:42 PM   #13
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Sure... try explaining that to SOA.

/me drops flamethrower, turns away
Fair enough, these things are best left unsaid I suppose.
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Old 06-29-2009, 03:42 PM   #14
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I would as fallows:

Accesport
Wheels
Springs and sway bars or coilovers
Suspension bushings
Brake pads and fluid

If you need a little more power a good downpipe.

Look at forums and see what people like and dislike. Then form your own opinion.

Also, enjoy the car. From the factory it is a great car. With a few modifications they are awesome cars.
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Old 06-29-2009, 04:21 PM   #15
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I believe that Stage 1, Sways and an alignment are absolutely necessary.
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Old 06-30-2009, 07:27 AM   #16
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Any wheel suggestions. I looking for something black. I like the way the stock BBS wheels looks painted gloss black.

Any opinions on the Konig Zero In Gloss black that Perrin has on their site? They are offering 14% off so it looks like a good deal.
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Old 06-30-2009, 07:46 AM   #17
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Go stage one and put the rest in the bank to cover the cost of dropping in forged pistons.
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Old 06-30-2009, 10:44 AM   #18
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suspention/wheels/handling...any left over get a tune, and supporting engine mods you may want
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Old 07-01-2009, 10:09 AM   #19
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I think Im getting close....

Grillcraft hood scoop grill (black)
Grillcraft lower grill (black)
OEM underlip Soiler
OEM Fog lights
Stock BBS Wheels
Kartboy SS with front and rear bushings
Whiteline 24mm front adj. swaybar
Whiteline 22mm rear adj. swaybar
Cobb AP V2

I can get a set of BBS wheels for around $1000, I would get something else but I haven't found any other wheels that look as good when they are black.
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Old 07-01-2009, 10:17 AM   #20
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Grillcraft hood scoop grill (black)
Grillcraft lower grill (black)
OEM underlip Soiler
I think some folks here have done DIY for the hood scoop and lower grill. Not sure if you're up to that task, but might be worth doing a search for.

Is there an OEM underlip spoiler?
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