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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:42 AM
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i know there a couple threads open like this but my girlfreind wnats me to give her a list of things i might want for christmas so lets here it guys oh and try and keep it under 150 bucks
Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:43 AM
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apt fogs
Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:46 AM
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LED mod for gauges and HVAC.

Front strut tower brace

HIDs

Short shift kit
Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:48 AM
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S2K antenna.
If you can do the install then I recommend lowering springs that will be roughly $150.
Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:50 AM
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How about component speakers *cough cough* pm me if you want them haha.
Old Nov 24, 2008 | 04:00 AM
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yeah i was thinking about the fogs but i already have srings and the shorty antenna
thanks though keep the suggestions coming
Old Nov 24, 2008 | 04:05 AM
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what do you need? performance mod or look?
Old Nov 25, 2008 | 03:27 AM
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i'm looking more into performance but i;m actually saving up for a turbocharger so i gues looks would would be more practical
Old Nov 25, 2008 | 03:49 AM
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well for performance you could always go for a new clutch line( if manual), stainless steel brake lines( might be a bit high though), hawk performance brake pads, or check out this site for interior gauge look.

http://www.importintelligence.com/index.html

just some things i remebered that i wanted so hope this helps.


oh forgot but a radiator hose kit might work too.
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 02:06 AM
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+1 for the Hawk HPS pads. They are super soft and smooth feeling.

I would say LED's & CCFL's, Keyhole covers, Door sills, Air diversion panel, Chrome-Dipped bulbs, Demon Eyes
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 02:31 AM
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A great mod to do that has been very popular this year is Suede interior,doorpanels,headliner and pillers.cost is under $70 in materials and the look is very nice.
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 02:31 AM
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x2 for chrome turn signal bulbs.

ill put my vote in for OZNIUM fully lit tail brake light.
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 02:37 AM
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^^^ is that by diy or professional install at shop??
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 03:33 AM
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they suede would be diy
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 03:52 AM
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oh yeah so i jsut found out that my gf already knows whats she's getting me but come to think of it these things don't seem haalf bad to get i think i'll go with:

-apt fogs-$100
-oznium fully lit tbl-$115
-chrome/amber bulbs-$20

oh yeah iand i also already have a stainlees steel clutch line, shifter cable/cage solid bushings, and keyhole covers
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 04:12 AM
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yep the suede is diy.......pretty easy to do and no need to take to shop to do.
Old Nov 26, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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is their a diy on here...i tried searching but nothing came up,
Old Nov 27, 2008 | 12:03 AM
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ask and ye shall receive...

http://clubsciontc.com/forum_thread_...adhesive-.html

^^ a good diy for the front door panels


https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...ound+deadening

^^ about halfway down the page...you'll want the part about how to remove the backseat and the rear quarter panels. after you get these off, just follow the same steps as you did for the front, and you'll be good to go!

good luck!
Old Nov 27, 2008 | 03:13 AM
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thanks tcbebe!!!
nice diys...but i am scared to spray adhesive on the door panels..what if i mess up
but i might give it a shot next year (summer)...

thanks
Old Nov 27, 2008 | 05:39 AM
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I would have to say fogs, perhaps a front lip if you can find someone to paint it for a good price.

Also I like my rain visors. You could almost get the fogs & visors, tell your gf to throw in another 20 spot, lol.

Looking at what you got now, you have alot covered. Not much left for less than $150 to get

I also did my pillars in black faux (fake) fur which only cost me like $30. I am getting tired of the look though and want to get suede to make the interior more sophisticated. So you could do that also
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