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Old Jul 25, 2014 | 03:17 AM
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I purchased my RS 8.0 on February 27, 2014. It was traded into a dealership I work at with 21,000 miles on it. I was hesitant at first to trade in my 2007 Flint Mica, however I couldn't pass the deal up. She is a 6 speed #1885/2000

Current Modification (updated 7/24/14)

Exterior
-15% ceramic tint on all windows
-5% ceramic sun strip tint on windshield
-Spec-D smoked tail lights
-Bright white reverse and license plate LED bulbs from Diode Dynamics
-Red LED sidemarker bulbs from Diode Dynamics
-OEM fog lights
-TRD lowering springs (off vehicle)
-Ksport Coilovers
-15mm front wheel spacers(off vehicle)
-20mm rear wheel spacers(off vehicle)
-Painted headlight eyelids by NIA Auto
-Rolled and pulled front and rear fenders
-Shorty antenna
-A-pillar vinyl removed
-Painted calipers
-FIVE:AD 19x9.5 R5:F wheels in stealth chrome
-245/35R19 Goodyear Eagle GT tires

Interior
-Bright white map, dome, and cargo LED bulbs from Diode Dynamics
-Door, center console and cupholder acrylic pieces in red/CF by Diode Dynamics
-Upgraded to BeSpoke touchscreen unit

Drivetrain
-TRD quickshifter


Planned Modifications
-Dezod header
-CF engine cover and diversion panel
-Weapn-R short ram intake
-Carbon fiber over textured dash pieces
-Modified FR-S shift boot and ****
-HID headlights and fog lights
-OEM Audio+ speakers and subwoofer


Here is the the very first picture I took of her




As she sits today:







Scarlet next to my old Flint Mica





After installing Spec-D tail lights!





Her first car show





Diode Dynamics reverse bulbs and front sidemarker bulbs






Just after installing front and rear wheel spacers. Looks sooooo much better!



I'll upload some more pics from the first show she took first place in.......

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Old Jul 25, 2014 | 01:32 PM
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Here are the acrylic pieces from Diode Dynamics!










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The new touchscreen!!

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I attended the Arthritis Show here in Columbus, OH about two weeks ago and she took Best of Show! Here are some of the pictures taken from that day.

















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So pumped. Tuesday I will be removing the A-pillar vinyl, installing K-sport coilovers, and FIVE:AD R5F black chrome wheels!! More pics to come!
Old Jul 26, 2014 | 01:33 AM
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Looks good Flint! I like the red, it was a red one or the blue for me. I went with the blue 2014 one tho I still like the red.
Old Jul 26, 2014 | 02:51 AM
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Looks damn good! Very nicely done
Old Jul 27, 2014 | 04:36 PM
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Thanks guys. Ill get pictures up Tuesday of the new wheels and suspension. I can't wait lol!
Old Jul 28, 2014 | 07:09 AM
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I love the spec-D tail lights. I kind of want to tint my 2014 tail lights, but if I don't like it I hear it is hard to remove.
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If you leave tint on for a long time, yes it could be a bit difficult to remove. On previous cars I've owned I have used VHT Niteshades. There is a bit of work that goes into that if you choose to go that route with all the sanding and buffing. When you want to remove it, (this may sound a bit barbaric) just use a little bit of gasoline and a rag. It EASILY comes off using that method.
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welcome!

and msg me when ur ready for that OEM Audio+...i can put u in touch directly with them and possible have them help you out
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How often are there shows like that in Ohio I never seem to hear about any living in the Lima area but I wouldn't mind driving 2 hours every now and then for it
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Originally Posted by KidJustin
welcome!

and msg me when ur ready for that OEM Audio+...i can put u in touch directly with them and possible have them help you out
Thanks KidJustin, I'll be sure to do that when I have funds freed up next year lol.
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Originally Posted by CBechdolt
How often are there shows like that in Ohio I never seem to hear about any living in the Lima area but I wouldn't mind driving 2 hours every now and then for it
The arthritis show is the big one and it's only once per year. There is a plethora of other smaller shows I try to make it to throughout the summer. We also have a scikotics chapter here and you are free to join in whenever. I can send you the info if you'd like.
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looking good man friend! love how the RS8 looks overall
Old Jul 30, 2014 | 05:24 PM
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Alright! Here are a few quick shots of the new setup. Photoshoot coming soon (hopefully) !
















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Looking good! Those wheels go really well with the red.
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Beautiful. The wheels are sick.
Old Jul 31, 2014 | 03:17 AM
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Thanks guys I appreciate it! Can't wait to get her cleaned up and take some new pics! I'm debating whether to leave the platidip on or take it off on the front bumper.....I think it will look cleaner with it off.
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what is your spoiler? looks nice



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