ProjectBlack
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Just ordered a rear bumper cover! SWEET! My baby needs some TLC on the cosmetic end...
Project Black has Begun! - Colorado
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Yo, bro--
Drop by from time-to-time and caught your post. I'm in Parker.
I got the last '03.5 silver 5 MT available. It now has 156K + on it, runs like a champ and will never leave my possession.
Mods: Injen CAI, Magnaflow CB/highflow 2nd cat/resonator, 4-2-1 header; the sound is deeep and civilized (no ricey fart can blatting), twin Magnaflow stainless tips, OBTB, lightweight pullies, NGK iridium plugs, Valvoline synthetic 5W/30 (20 winter).
MSP springs, Tokico HP Blues, ADR Battle 17/7.5/40, Continental ExtremeContact DW 215/45/17, AXXIS ceramic pads.
Canadian headlamps (blackout)/OSRAM rallye bulbs (low)/PIAA (high), black tails ordered, hatch door clean, MSP front bumper lip,
no roof rack or humps (strips only).
Dash lights sans red coverings, Dave B bezel rings.
A definite keeper putting out 120 DYNOED whp, 124 lb/ft twist, 32 avg mpg.
Drop by from time-to-time and caught your post. I'm in Parker.
I got the last '03.5 silver 5 MT available. It now has 156K + on it, runs like a champ and will never leave my possession.
Mods: Injen CAI, Magnaflow CB/highflow 2nd cat/resonator, 4-2-1 header; the sound is deeep and civilized (no ricey fart can blatting), twin Magnaflow stainless tips, OBTB, lightweight pullies, NGK iridium plugs, Valvoline synthetic 5W/30 (20 winter).
MSP springs, Tokico HP Blues, ADR Battle 17/7.5/40, Continental ExtremeContact DW 215/45/17, AXXIS ceramic pads.
Canadian headlamps (blackout)/OSRAM rallye bulbs (low)/PIAA (high), black tails ordered, hatch door clean, MSP front bumper lip,
no roof rack or humps (strips only).
Dash lights sans red coverings, Dave B bezel rings.
A definite keeper putting out 120 DYNOED whp, 124 lb/ft twist, 32 avg mpg.
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ProjectBlack
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Nice! I just got back into imports, so I'm learning a bit again. Currently struggling with my exhaust. The mid pipe I got from someone on here needs new flanges. Also, the Megan cat back is hitting the frame. Once everything is taken care of, it won't sound bad at all. I actually am starting to like it, just can't go more than a day without a leak. Any exhaust sounds ultra bad when there are leaks or if it's hitting something or rattling. Right now it's embarrassing, but when it's fixed it'll sound real nice.
My mods so far:
AEM SRI
OBX header
Catted mid pipe
Megan cat back
Blacked side markers and corners
Black bezzled head lights (just did the bake & paint in my garage)
Black altezza tails
Next on list:
Little body work
Including flat black front & rear bumpers and side skirts
Tokico one inch drop kit (springs and illumina adjustables)
Motegi 17x7 flat 5 star style w/ red accent - falcon 205 40 17
CF hood OEM style
CF spoiler OEM style
CF grill
My mods so far:
AEM SRI
OBX header
Catted mid pipe
Megan cat back
Blacked side markers and corners
Black bezzled head lights (just did the bake & paint in my garage)
Black altezza tails
Next on list:
Little body work
Including flat black front & rear bumpers and side skirts
Tokico one inch drop kit (springs and illumina adjustables)
Motegi 17x7 flat 5 star style w/ red accent - falcon 205 40 17
CF hood OEM style
CF spoiler OEM style
CF grill
Sorry I can't help with the codes, but definetely go with a header, there is a catalytic converter in the stock header to help with cold start emissions but it really isn't neccessary. Just like Black I went with the OBX 4-1, its a fair price and gives noticable gains and I have herd that when paired with a Racing Beat cat back it's very nice, both in performance and sound (not ricey at all!). That would be my suggestion. Keep us posted
So i bought a Non Fouler today, since i had the same code. I still have stock exhaust, so should itry this on and see if it clears my CEL? .Even tho i have stock exhaust>
mymmeryloss
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Idk how I missed a colorado build!
Ill be checking in regularly on this!
Ill be checking in regularly on this!
ProjectBlack
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Hey Taus...if you are running a stock set up, there might actually be something wrong. Before you find a work around, my advice would be to have it checked out.
Nice to see some other CO folks on here! My "build" isn't like some of these other guys who gut everything and throw a V6 under the hood. I just have a decent list of moderate improvements. However, us Colorado peeps should keep in touch. Thanks for subbing, and I'll take a look at your threads tomorrow when I'm not on my cell phone!
Nice to see some other CO folks on here! My "build" isn't like some of these other guys who gut everything and throw a V6 under the hood. I just have a decent list of moderate improvements. However, us Colorado peeps should keep in touch. Thanks for subbing, and I'll take a look at your threads tomorrow when I'm not on my cell phone!
ProjectBlack
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My non-forum name is Steve, and I'm out in Highlands Ranch with my wife and daughter.
mymmeryloss
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And then u saw my build... lol
ProjectBlack
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^ yes, and holy crap, what a hell of a build! Very nice work.
Not fair though...mine is a daily driver...and I don't know how to weld...and you don't get any space when you have a house in Highlands Ranch...and, and, and...j/k! Excuses, excuses! LOL!
(deadhorse)
Not fair though...mine is a daily driver...and I don't know how to weld...and you don't get any space when you have a house in Highlands Ranch...and, and, and...j/k! Excuses, excuses! LOL!
(deadhorse)
mymmeryloss
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Well someday we can get together and have some beers!
ProjectBlack
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For sure! We can do a half way meet in the mountains somewhere. Always down for a trip to the mountains!
ProjectBlack
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Non-fowler trick, and fog light mod completed. Engine light is off for good, and fogs will run without the headlights. I also ditched the tinted lamin-x. I don't think ever use the tinted lamin-x again. Although I wouldn't mind a clear protector on my head lights and fogs. Not cheap replacements!
mymmeryloss
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Pics pics pics!
ProjectBlack
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I'll get some pics tomorrow...or maybe tonight...kiddo is sleeping.
EDIT! How about now?!?
With side markers...
Head on...
Non-fowler set up...
Red LED interior (totally non-functional). I just love black and red...
EDIT! How about now?!?
With side markers...
Head on...
Non-fowler set up...
Red LED interior (totally non-functional). I just love black and red...
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iamthewheelman
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Do you have white bulbs in your turn sugnals or is that just the effect of the camera?
ProjectBlack
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There's no effect on the camera...those are clear bulbs.
iamthewheelman
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How white do they shine? I was thinking of doing this but wasn't sure how it would turn out short of using LED's, are they just clear 1157s?
ProjectBlack
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Yeah...just clear 1157's. I actually might get some LED's because of the night shade. The light really doesn't show through well. I think LED's would be a better option.
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lookin good!. So you were saying i SHOULDN'T try the non fouler trick?
Since i have stock?
I mean idk, i was pondering that a bit. I figured its a cheap mod/fix IF it wrks. And i listed my CEL and codes it threw a couple posts up (like 2 or 3 pages back idr..)
But PLZ share if u have input! Idk what to do, (at least whats best...)
Thanks!
ANd NICE! everything came together quite nicely, once again lol. And i have that 5*6 LED grid thing for my dome light SOO BRIGHT! i like it..it makes me feel safe when im aproaching my car at nite, hit the keyfob and BAM! Let there be LIGHT! haha
Since i have stock?
I mean idk, i was pondering that a bit. I figured its a cheap mod/fix IF it wrks. And i listed my CEL and codes it threw a couple posts up (like 2 or 3 pages back idr..)
But PLZ share if u have input! Idk what to do, (at least whats best...)
Thanks!
ANd NICE! everything came together quite nicely, once again lol. And i have that 5*6 LED grid thing for my dome light SOO BRIGHT! i like it..it makes me feel safe when im aproaching my car at nite, hit the keyfob and BAM! Let there be LIGHT! haha
