[calves]

Reserved!

[calves]

UPDATES!!

Post #24: Pics from weekend event

alright... i haven't taken many pics yet, but i wanted to start my journal. =) enjoy!!

Purchased: 5/4/08
World Rally Blue w/ optional Gold BBS Rims


Mods List-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Exterior:
Clear Bra from AutoObsessionz 5/16/08
Tint (30% front, 20% rest) from Auto Obsessionz 5/16/08


Electronics:
Custom Sound System from Simplicity in Sound 6/7/08 Build Posts Here

• 1700 Watts
• Pioneer AVIC Z2 Head Unit
  • XM Radio/ Traffic
  • Bluetooth
  • I-Pod
• Zapco DC 1000.4 four channel (150 Watts x 4)
• Zapco DC 1100.1 mono channel (1100 Watts)
• Seas Lotus Reference 6.5” two way (running active)
• Image Dynamics IDQ10v3 10” subs x2
• Molded tweeters on A-pillar covered in vinyl
• Custom trunk install including vinyl, ultra suede and blue LEDs.

OEM shock sensor 6/13/08



Interior:

• JDM STi leather shift knob 5/5/08
• JDM STi pedals 5/5/08
• Blitz Radiator Cap 5/5/08
• OEM Trunk tray 6/15/08 (trimmed to fit over new sound system)

Exterior:

• BlueBat's tail-light red overlays with 3rd brake light

Maintenance:
Alignment from Stokes Tires (Santa Monica) 6/11/08

• Front: 1.4* Camber, 0.02* toe out, 6.7* caster
• Rear: 1.3* camber, 0 toe

On my to do list:
Rally Armor mud flaps
Valentine1 hardwire and stealth install
Blue LED to blink when alarm is armed
Paint STi on TMIC/ cover up TMIC grill
Debadge

Future mods:
Stay within STU class of SCCA Solo2
KB Short shifter w/ bushings
FSB and RSB
Stage 2 with Cobb AccessPort and CAI
KW v.3 with suspension arms
All bushings
Lightweight 17x9 rims for auto-x
SS brake lines/ DOT5 fluids/ pads



Pictures!!

[tyler_sti]

Who ever did that install did a REALLY clean job. Props man! Car is lookin good..

[calves]

Thanks! had to drive up to San Jose and drop it off for two weeks, but I've been following the guy and he's absolutely amazing.

Build Posts Here <-- Simplicity in Sound

[tyler_sti]

That guy looks really legit. If you don't mind me asking, how much did a setup like this set you back?

[calves]

my left nut.

if you're really interested, feel free to PM me and i'll tell ya, but i don't want to post it publicly.

[Marcus]

Not my style but good start I guess. I would have gone with some performance parts instead

[calves]

hahaha, yea i know but the car drives pretty well stock and the stock sound system was just such crap that I had to invest in it first. But agreed, Stage 2 will be on with some kw's when it's time.

[slyguySTI]

looks good, how much weight do you think that system added? do you think it will affect your auto-x times much..

[GhoSStRyda]

nice set up!

i espeically liked how you have the new tweeters molded into the a pillars! does that interfer with the srs?

[calves]

Originally Posted by slyguySTI

looks good, how much weight do you think that system added? do you think it will affect your auto-x times much..

I honestly have no idea... 50 lbs or more? but I'm a terrible driver, so the first thing that'll have to change is my driving improvement, rather than the car. If i can get to the point of driving where I'm as fast as the local greats driving my car, then i'll consider removing the trunk contents for races. but right now, a big PITA to unplug and rewire, so i don't want to bother with such a clean install.

it was a worry of mine when i was considering a system, but I need a sound system everyday and i will only auto-x once or twice a month at best. it's worth it.

[calves]

Originally Posted by GhoSStRyda

nice set up!

i especially liked how you have the new tweeters molded into the a pillars! does that interfer with the srs?

according to the installer, shouldn't affect the SRS at all. The whole trim pops off when the SRS deploys, and the tweeter doesn't affect the deployment. As the SRS deploys, it will shoot the A pillar trim towards the front windshield and cover the front windows...

:: knock on wood :: but if i ever get into an accident and the damn thing doesn't deploy, i'll let you know.

[tyler_sti]

The system will take like a 10th off you time. Thats the least of you're worries. Like you said, driver skill is the biggiest improvement that can be made. Stock sound bugs the crap out of me too!! I wouldnt even consider removign that system EVER. No matter how competive I get, just more reason to brag when you beat someone.

[calves]

Originally Posted by tyler_sti

The system will take like a 10th off you time. Thats the least of you're worries. Like you said, driver skill is the biggiest improvement that can be made. Stock sound bugs the crap out of me too!! I wouldnt even consider removign that system EVER. No matter how competive I get, just more reason to brag when you beat someone.

haha thanks man. will see you at speedventures this saturday? you can teach me a thing or two, it's been about 2 years since i last auto-x'ed, and that was in a S13, this will be a completely different monster. excited.

[tyler_sti]

Yeah should be ALOT of fun! Hopefully the weather will be good. And im pretty new to auto x with my car too. But if you come out to streets of willow, I can teach you a thing or two