Quest for the cleanest modded TL-S continues! (New mods and V1 install 4/28)

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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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Thanks man. The front IMHO looks better with the way you got it. That's why I was like, didn't look like the A-Spec kit. Might have to do that to mine as well.

And thank you for the WB. It's great to be back!
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 08:26 PM
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Jaime's front bumper DOES look better-and yes, he made that too!
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Old Nov 15, 2009 | 11:57 PM
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One of my favorite WDP's on this forum. Friend request sent!! lol
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Old Nov 16, 2009 | 03:20 AM
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Wow!

This is the cleanest system i have ever seen in TL history! hands down the best! major props on the super clean install!
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Old Nov 16, 2009 | 06:21 AM
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omg i would give up my morning starbucks for this lol
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Old Nov 16, 2009 | 12:53 PM
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Your fabrication skills are second to none. I want your babies.
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Old Nov 16, 2009 | 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Steven Bell
Jaime's front bumper DOES look better-and yes, he made that too!
i didn't make it but i thought of it and made it reality. a shop did the work for me
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One of my favorite WDP's on this forum. Friend request sent!! lol


Originally Posted by horsepowercrzy18
This is the cleanest system i have ever seen in TL history! hands down the best! major props on the super clean install!
wow quite a statement. thank you.

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omg i would give up my morning starbucks for this lol
try to make one

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Your fabrication skills are second to none. I want your babies.
ha,ha! funny thanks bro.
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Old Nov 17, 2009 | 07:20 PM
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wow.. maybe a little too clean.. haha
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Old Nov 17, 2009 | 08:56 PM
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Do you have any close ups of the modifications that need to be done to the front lip to fit the newer bumpers so I can see? I would like to do the same.
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Old Nov 17, 2009 | 09:25 PM
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Do you have any close ups of the modifications that need to be done to the front lip to fit the newer bumpers so I can see? I would like to do the same.
i took it to a shop that dose custom bodywork, they basically cut it the same shape as the foglight area and recreated an edge that followed the same shape. i just told the guy what i wanted and that i wanted it to look oem, the base bumper had these same edges only they where in the shape of the base foglight area. the dude just copied it. he had some skill.

here is a closer look


alot of people with a Type-S want this look because its cleaner than the Type-s A-spec. however few if any have done it. they rather opt to get the base bumper and the base spoiler and call it a day.
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 03:00 AM
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Originally Posted by jptl04
more custom shit!!!!

my center cubbys are are being occupied by my 3sixty vol knob and EDFC unit. i wanted to do something different, the VSA button mod was out of the question i needed a spot for three switches/buttons. so fabricated a switch box for the P.I.E. X-3 , nav2go and video switcher. mounted it in the driver side lower door compartment. i extended the wires of all switches with some 10 conductor flat cable. ran it through the factory door harness, for a clean install.

i could have just put them under the dash or in the center console compartment, but thats not me and plus thats way too easy and boring wanted these at my fingertips, all i have to do is flick it open, or just close it. these are in a perfect spot











WHAT?! haha.. man, I left for a weekend and you have another custom mod!! haha.. ure awesome! and this looks soo good! I went with the center console with my switches.. dangit.. but now you are making me rethink it.. lol
I need to stop playing modern warfare 2 and just finish my mods.. lol .. dangit im getting up early tomorrow.. lol
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 09:32 PM
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ok guys here are some pics of my latest install, my custom rear center console. a few members asked me to make a DIY on it, im not even sure i did it using the right technique. so dont laugh! here are some pics of the process and the finished results.

i basically mocked up a frame out of wood cardboard and metal, the metal was to get the exact shape and slope of the existing console edges.



after i hot glued the pieces together i wrapped it in speaker cloth material and brushed on some fiberglass resin over the whole thing


after id dried i laid some fiberglass mat over the whole thing and lined the inside with mat and brushed on more resin to strengthen it. when i finished this it was pretty damn strong.


after it dried i laid down a layer of bondo over the whole thing and sanded it smooth



once i got it to where i liked it i took it to my custom auto upholstery guy, to be wrapped in leather. that took a few days so while i was waiting i modified my dvd player remote. i got sick of aiming it to the back where its mounted in the rear armrest.


so i relocated the signal sensor. i cant stop modding
now i can just sit it on my center armrest and control it without pointing it backwards.



ok here's the the finished piece.










video playback mode







comments welcome
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 09:44 PM
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Holy shit Jaime!! I can't wait to see this in person tomorrow! Sooo clean!
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 09:54 PM
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If you run out of mods, you should put some soft ambient light in that ipod dock.
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 10:01 PM
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damn Jaime you crazy mofo you have too much time on your hands
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 10:03 PM
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mod the EDFC so it lights up red lol
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by TimTim
If you run out of mods, you should put some soft ambient light in that ipod dock.
yes, i could do that with my eyes closed
Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
damn Jaime you crazy mofo you have too much time on your hands
c'mon Sean, this took me a while i worked on it like 2 hrs a day about as much time as you spend watching UFC on spike and TUF, oh yea, i forgot southpark too stop being lazy and mod your ride!
Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
mod the EDFC so it lights up red lol
Hmmmm.........now thats an idea dont give me any more crazy ideas.

although i already have another mod in the works
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 10:29 PM
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TO MANY MODS....

hahaha lovin it Jaime
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 10:46 PM
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I am literally speechless right now... your car is absolutely unbelievable man. Not only that, but the fact that you are doing this all yourself just amazes me even more.

You can change the title of this thread to:

The Cleanest, Most Unique Modded TL Ever In Existence... Ever.

Amazing
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 12:00 AM
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Originally Posted by jptl04
c'mon Sean, this took me a while i worked on it like 2 hrs a day about as much time as you spend watching UFC on spike and TUF, oh yea, i forgot southpark too stop being lazy and mod your ride!
lol if I make it out to long beach tomorrow I am just gonna chill in the back of your car and watch some UFC and south park
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 06:41 AM
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Now I know why this thread has made it to nine pages and soon to be ten......Just sick, I love everything about it.

I also have a DVD player mounted in the rear arm rest but I installed an IR cable that I ran up to the underside of the dash so I could point it to the front. Did your DVD player have an option like that?
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 07:05 AM
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Woow!! That turned out awesome!! Looks factory!! You make me want to do that.... lol
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 08:09 AM
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All I can say is...
More pics!

You sir have a clean ass modded out car.
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 12:46 PM
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I have some heavy mods myself and they are OK......but I'll be the first to admit; It's all about the execution. And your car is head of the class!



AMAZING WORK!!!

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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 03:14 PM
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Looking good bro!
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 06:10 PM
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I am constantly amazed at the creativity and resourcefulness on AZ.
Props to an incredible car! Thanks for sharing with all of us.
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 07:12 PM
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DAYUM... that is one clean rear console... the leather is pretty close... usually leather looks dead ass the same shade... then in pics it looks completely off... but yeah it's a pretty close match... and damn that console is clean... looks like you been watching "Unique Whips" on speedtv.... ROFL....

man can't get over how clean it looks...

ps. time for rear center seatbelt delete

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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 07:45 PM
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dude ur car is the best i seen so for on the whole forum...ur my motivation
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 08:39 PM
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I vote for the white car. What is it? Ohh yeah the type S!
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 09:32 PM
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That's real dope... Good shit J...
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 09:36 PM
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fuckin sickness...
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 09:41 PM
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i wonder what the resale value would be right now
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 09:53 PM
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Jaime, that is unbelievably fantastic. I would say it turned out better than expected, but I KNEW it would turn out that awesome! Plus, I think it's the only car that would actually appreciate in value.
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 10:07 PM
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that work on the remote is super clever

and divided rear center with monitor makes the interior much more classier/luxurier. now whats coming next?
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 10:16 PM
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Wow, that back seat floor monitor is sick! Loving that mod.
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Old Nov 21, 2009 | 11:57 PM
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Originally Posted by lifetimeofwar
TO MANY MODS....

hahaha lovin it Jaime
where were you at the mini meet?

Originally Posted by ASASN21
I am literally speechless right now... your car is absolutely unbelievable man. Not only that, but the fact that you are doing this all yourself just amazes me even more.

You can change the title of this thread to:

The Cleanest, Most Unique Modded TL Ever In Existence... Ever.

Amazing
thanks dude, if you want something done right and you have some skill, DO IT YOURSELF, thats what i say i love challenging my creative side. haha on the tittle change.

Originally Posted by mmade22
Now I know why this thread has made it to nine pages and soon to be ten......Just sick, I love everything about it.

I also have a DVD player mounted in the rear arm rest but I installed an IR cable that I ran up to the underside of the dash so I could point it to the front. Did your DVD player have an option like that?
thanks, mmade22 the player didnt come with that option. it works perfect like this now.

Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
lol if I make it out to long beach tomorrow I am just gonna chill in the back of your car and watch some UFC and south park
i think we were all CHILLing.

Originally Posted by bzyrice
Woow!! That turned out awesome!! Looks factory!! You make me want to do that.... lol
try it

Originally Posted by dbqkqh
All I can say is...
More pics!

You sir have a clean ass modded out car.
thank you sir

Originally Posted by rockyfeller
I have some heavy mods myself and they are OK......but I'll be the first to admit; It's all about the execution. And your car is head of the class!



AMAZING WORK!!!
appreciated dude! plan ahead and execute with precision. pay attention to details. i seen your mods they're dope

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Looking good bro!
hahahaha

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I am constantly amazed at the creativity and resourcefulness on AZ.
Props to an incredible car! Thanks for sharing with all of us.
sure

Originally Posted by stillhere153
DAYUM... that is one clean rear console... the leather is pretty close... usually leather looks dead ass the same shade... then in pics it looks completely off... but yeah it's a pretty close match... and damn that console is clean... looks like you been watching "Unique Whips" on speedtv.... ROFL....

man can't get over how clean it looks...

ps. time for rear center seatbelt delete
thanks bro, this was my first real attempt at making something using fiberglass, stitched leather is

Originally Posted by dave_ramkumar
dude ur car is the best i seen so for on the whole forum...ur my motivation
im glad i motivate people. i want to see your guys mods!!

Originally Posted by Mr.Skytech
I vote for the white car. What is it? Ohh yeah the type S!
type-s

Originally Posted by rodneyc77
That's real dope... Good shit J...
trying to stay in your league homie!

Originally Posted by 03TL_typeS
fuckin sickness...
thanks

Originally Posted by Steven Bell
Jaime, that is unbelievably fantastic. I would say it turned out better than expected, but I KNEW it would turn out that awesome! Plus, I think it's the only car that would actually appreciate in value.
i knew you would like it Steven, sorry no room for CF in this mod. maybe next time

Originally Posted by Flyboy4yang
Wow, that back seat floor monitor is sick! Loving that mod.


Originally Posted by minkl81
that work on the remote is super clever

and divided rear center with monitor makes the interior much more classier/luxurier. now whats coming next?
yeah, wasn't about to do the headrests, i've got two in the visors. it would have been too much. this i think, like you said makes it look so classy. almost OEM.
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Old Nov 22, 2009 | 12:28 AM
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Holy shit ! Definitely cleanest modded TL-S ! Bookmarking this page.
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Old Nov 22, 2009 | 12:47 AM
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You still open to suggestions for mods?
How about... modifying the side brake handle.
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Old Nov 22, 2009 | 12:53 AM
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Originally Posted by jptl04
i think we were all CHILLing.
lol yeah it was pretty cold out there tonight. Anyways I had a good time and I always enjoy checkin out your car in person. Now you gotta get crackin on hooking that Satellite TV up so next time I can watch UFC lol
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Old Nov 22, 2009 | 01:12 AM
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Jaime, what you doing online at work?
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