Murphy
Meat Master
I've done quite a bit of cosmetic/upkeep work to my car. Had since I turned 16, so 2008. Want to keep track of my progress, post future updates, and open myself to some unique ideas from you guys. Basically, everything I have done or plan to do has been to give my car a cleaner look, run smoothly, increase the life of my car, and up resale value/consumer desire. I don't ever plan on selling my car, so I want to keep it in pristine condition.
Description: 1999 Acura Integra Gs, Automatic, Vogue Silver, B18b1. Bought in 2008 from the 2nd owner for $5100 at 86k miles.
My ideas for the car:
As long is this is an automatic and non-vtec, there's no real point in doing major performance or racing inspired upgrades, such as forced induction and stiff/lowered suspension. Keeping it closer to stock will keep the resale value high and make it a comfortable daily driver. My ideas of good investments are durable parts (e.g. stainless steel), cleaning, proper maintenance, parts that allow the engine to run more efficiently, and anything that adds to a clean stock look of the car.
Exhaust:
-Yonaka 60mm stainless steel cat-back exhaust ($240)
-Megan Racing stainless steel header ($150)
Engine:
-DC Sports CAI ($152) with AEM Dryflow cover ($26)
Exterior:
-Spyder ccfl black halo headlights ($139)
-Black housing indicator lights ($15)
-15" stock mesh alloy rims repainted black with polished lip
-Stock rear wing
-Moonroof
-Shark attack 2 antenna ($30)
-Michelin and BF Goodrich a/s tires
Interior:
-Sony Exploud speakers ($150)
-Pioneer head unit with microphone ($230)
-Type R floor mats
-Tinted windows
-Type R replica reclinable racing seats ($210) + brackets ($180)
In progress:
Future ideas/Wish List:
-Full tint replacement
-Replace door lock and window motors
-Wrap armrest in charcoal leather
Issues Resolved:
-B-pipe rusted in half: Replaced cat back with Yonaka system
-Rusted hole in trunk: Cleared out rust, covered/bonded hole with steel sheet and silicon, repainted with Rustoleum
-Leak in front passenger footwell: Leak filled with epoxy
-Leak in trunk: Sealed taillight gaskets with silicon and lined trunk with silicon
-Replaced starter
-Faded headlights: Replaced with new ccfls
-Blown speakers: Replaced with Sony Explouds
-Disintegrated leather seats: Replaced with new Type R replica reclinable bucket seats
-Refurbished O2 sensor with blow torch
-Updated ignition system with NGK platinum spark plugs and wires and Bosch ignition cap and rotor
-Trunk wouldn't stay open: Replaced hatch lift hydraulics with new aftermarkets
-Two coolant leaks, replaced hoses and made new gaskets.
Description: 1999 Acura Integra Gs, Automatic, Vogue Silver, B18b1. Bought in 2008 from the 2nd owner for $5100 at 86k miles.
My ideas for the car:
As long is this is an automatic and non-vtec, there's no real point in doing major performance or racing inspired upgrades, such as forced induction and stiff/lowered suspension. Keeping it closer to stock will keep the resale value high and make it a comfortable daily driver. My ideas of good investments are durable parts (e.g. stainless steel), cleaning, proper maintenance, parts that allow the engine to run more efficiently, and anything that adds to a clean stock look of the car.
Exhaust:
-Yonaka 60mm stainless steel cat-back exhaust ($240)
-Megan Racing stainless steel header ($150)
Engine:
-DC Sports CAI ($152) with AEM Dryflow cover ($26)
Exterior:
-Spyder ccfl black halo headlights ($139)
-Black housing indicator lights ($15)
-15" stock mesh alloy rims repainted black with polished lip
-Stock rear wing
-Moonroof
-Shark attack 2 antenna ($30)
-Michelin and BF Goodrich a/s tires
Interior:
-Sony Exploud speakers ($150)
-Pioneer head unit with microphone ($230)
-Type R floor mats
-Tinted windows
-Type R replica reclinable racing seats ($210) + brackets ($180)
In progress:
Future ideas/Wish List:
-Full tint replacement
-Replace door lock and window motors
-Wrap armrest in charcoal leather
Issues Resolved:
-B-pipe rusted in half: Replaced cat back with Yonaka system
-Rusted hole in trunk: Cleared out rust, covered/bonded hole with steel sheet and silicon, repainted with Rustoleum
-Leak in front passenger footwell: Leak filled with epoxy
-Leak in trunk: Sealed taillight gaskets with silicon and lined trunk with silicon
-Replaced starter
-Faded headlights: Replaced with new ccfls
-Blown speakers: Replaced with Sony Explouds
-Disintegrated leather seats: Replaced with new Type R replica reclinable bucket seats
-Refurbished O2 sensor with blow torch
-Updated ignition system with NGK platinum spark plugs and wires and Bosch ignition cap and rotor
-Trunk wouldn't stay open: Replaced hatch lift hydraulics with new aftermarkets
-Two coolant leaks, replaced hoses and made new gaskets.
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