What do I do next?
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Racer
Joined: Aug 2012
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What do I do next?
Hello all,
In the two months I've owned my 2008 base coupe I've installed a Vararam intake, blacked out the emblems, put in an MGW shifter, put in some Lloyd's mats, and had it detailed and tuned. It's putting out 406 at the wheels.
What do I do next? It's a black car and I'm a fan of the all black look.
I've been quoted $800 for powdercoating my rims and calipers. This is something I really want to do, but then again, I don't really want to spend that much money on something that wont make it faster. Plus I really like the chrome gumbys I currently have.
I've been looking at a HUD, but don't know how much I really need that either.
I have NPP and I'm quite happy with it, so no exhaust upgrades.
I really want to put a supercharger in it, but it's not going to happen.
Any suggestions?
In the two months I've owned my 2008 base coupe I've installed a Vararam intake, blacked out the emblems, put in an MGW shifter, put in some Lloyd's mats, and had it detailed and tuned. It's putting out 406 at the wheels.
What do I do next? It's a black car and I'm a fan of the all black look.
I've been quoted $800 for powdercoating my rims and calipers. This is something I really want to do, but then again, I don't really want to spend that much money on something that wont make it faster. Plus I really like the chrome gumbys I currently have.
I've been looking at a HUD, but don't know how much I really need that either.
I have NPP and I'm quite happy with it, so no exhaust upgrades.
I really want to put a supercharger in it, but it's not going to happen.
Any suggestions?
Team Owner
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 26,745
Likes: 694
From: PA
How about this.
How many miles? Still on stock plugs and wires? You could change those.
-Tint the windows.
-Spoiler.
-Molded mud flaps.
-Smoke the side market lights and rear tail lights as well as the reverse lights.
How many miles? Still on stock plugs and wires? You could change those.
-Tint the windows.
-Spoiler.
-Molded mud flaps.
-Smoke the side market lights and rear tail lights as well as the reverse lights.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 212
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From: Rochester NY
Hello all,
In the two months I've owned my 2008 base coupe I've installed a Vararam intake, blacked out the emblems, put in an MGW shifter, put in some Lloyd's mats, and had it detailed and tuned. It's putting out 406 at the wheels.
What do I do next? It's a black car and I'm a fan of the all black look.
I've been quoted $800 for powdercoating my rims and calipers. This is something I really want to do, but then again, I don't really want to spend that much money on something that wont make it faster. Plus I really like the chrome gumbys I currently have.
I've been looking at a HUD, but don't know how much I really need that either.
I have NPP and I'm quite happy with it, so no exhaust upgrades.
I really want to put a supercharger in it, but it's not going to happen.
Any suggestions?
In the two months I've owned my 2008 base coupe I've installed a Vararam intake, blacked out the emblems, put in an MGW shifter, put in some Lloyd's mats, and had it detailed and tuned. It's putting out 406 at the wheels.
What do I do next? It's a black car and I'm a fan of the all black look.
I've been quoted $800 for powdercoating my rims and calipers. This is something I really want to do, but then again, I don't really want to spend that much money on something that wont make it faster. Plus I really like the chrome gumbys I currently have.
I've been looking at a HUD, but don't know how much I really need that either.
I have NPP and I'm quite happy with it, so no exhaust upgrades.
I really want to put a supercharger in it, but it's not going to happen.
Any suggestions?
Team Owner
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 45,267
Likes: 8,542
From: Rochester, NY
Good list, if you are looking for performance then I would also add headers to the above list to consider.
Team Owner
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 26,745
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From: PA
You are right, headers and a tune would WAKE the car up a lot and not break the bank.
I have all black interior but am thinking of doing some red/black accents to break it up a bit.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,955
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From: Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania
I prefer performance first, pretty stuff later. I would add a set of headers next and port your TB and Intake. Then get rid of the crappy stock tires if you haven't already done so.
Burning Brakes
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From: Lakewood Ranch Florida
I think the next thing you need to do is order a bunch of catalogs from outfits like Corvette Central, West Coast Corvettes, Mid America Motorworks, Zip Products, etc. etc. Once you get the catalogs, start browsing and you should become inspired. Have fun.
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From: hudson florida
Hello all,
In the two months I've owned my 2008 base coupe I've installed a Vararam intake, blacked out the emblems, put in an MGW shifter, put in some Lloyd's mats, and had it detailed and tuned. It's putting out 406 at the wheels.
What do I do next? It's a black car and I'm a fan of the all black look.
I've been quoted $800 for powdercoating my rims and calipers. This is something I really want to do, but then again, I don't really want to spend that much money on something that wont make it faster. Plus I really like the chrome gumbys I currently have.
I've been looking at a HUD, but don't know how much I really need that either.
I have NPP and I'm quite happy with it, so no exhaust upgrades.
I really want to put a supercharger in it, but it's not going to happen.
Any suggestions?
In the two months I've owned my 2008 base coupe I've installed a Vararam intake, blacked out the emblems, put in an MGW shifter, put in some Lloyd's mats, and had it detailed and tuned. It's putting out 406 at the wheels.
What do I do next? It's a black car and I'm a fan of the all black look.
I've been quoted $800 for powdercoating my rims and calipers. This is something I really want to do, but then again, I don't really want to spend that much money on something that wont make it faster. Plus I really like the chrome gumbys I currently have.
I've been looking at a HUD, but don't know how much I really need that either.
I have NPP and I'm quite happy with it, so no exhaust upgrades.
I really want to put a supercharger in it, but it's not going to happen.
Any suggestions?
Team Owner
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 26,745
Likes: 694
From: PA
I got it!
EVERY. SINGLE. CHROME. PIECE. MID. AMERICA. SELLS!
You know, some engine covers, the inside of the doors, around ever button, light, cubby hole, door handles, heck....chrome out the door window molding! lol
Along with some swagger. A Corvette running suit, some shoes, shorts, shirts, pants, necklace, sunglasses, hats, underwear, socks and some sleep wear.
EVERY. SINGLE. CHROME. PIECE. MID. AMERICA. SELLS!
You know, some engine covers, the inside of the doors, around ever button, light, cubby hole, door handles, heck....chrome out the door window molding! lol
Along with some swagger. A Corvette running suit, some shoes, shorts, shirts, pants, necklace, sunglasses, hats, underwear, socks and some sleep wear.
Former Vendor
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Effingham IL
And let me know if you have any questions!
Team Owner
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From: resting comfortably in my mind
St. Jude Donor '14
I have a very novel idea for you....take it out of the garage and drive it! enjoy the fruits ofyour labor fr a while, you will get inspired while driving.