Cody's bagged box - day 0 to now. [56k back away]

crxgames · 02-10-2009, 11:14 PM

So, at the request of Toup and i_b_AO, I figured I would post some pics of my ride. I post a few pics here and there, but never many together so people don't know my whip. We're going to do this properly and start from day 0, complete with 4x4 stance and r1cy vinyl. Let this be an inspiration to those younger members here, work hard, save your $$, and you too can have a sick whip. I'm 18 now and you can see everything I have. This was my first car. I got the car for my grades and everything else I have paid for.
Disclaimer: I've probably forgotten a few things. For example, de-badging.

Lookin ghetto:

Vinyl removed:

More boom needed (setup is still like this. Something big in the works, but I'm debating expensive audio since I'll be parking on college campuses...):

Then I decided I didn't like stock tails. Paint them bishes!

I got sick of the stock 3rd brake light...so I made a LED one: (I may be making more of these, PM me if interested)

Then I got tired of my stock tails...time for something rare. How about 1 of the 3 sets of these in the US at the time? (I thinkt here are 5 now) Old school Garson TYC tails:
Old vs. new (note interior)

I got sick of the stock interior...so I just redid it all in suede.

Chrome-bug bit me and I hunted down a set of out of production, brand new, TRD chrome handles:

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With the chrome on the outside, I figured it was time to detail the engine bay a bit:

Cleared headlights:

After a long hiatus from modding, I had enough money saved up for my suspension system. We're going down on air!

For the love of God people, please keep wiring organized. It's worth the effort:

Dual water traps for those lovely winters...yep, it's a daily driver.

Estimating drop:

I drove around like this for a long time. Broke some fittings so I reworked the valves for more ground clearance:

I wanted to get as low as easystreet front struts...problem is I had a UAS setup. Oh well, time to modify stock struts. Yes, this is lower than the new ES struts or level with drop plates (I compared them to the first new set being tested, thanks Jay!):

old ride height:

Then I decided I wanted to lower the rear a bit more and some power, Tsudo N1 axle-back and monroe 5870's minus bump stops.

Then winter came:

Then the temperatures dropped:

Then circuit city had a blowout thanks to the economy:

Random pics:

Sexiest winter mode shot?

And finally, proof that you can daily drive a bagged car in freezing conditions. Meet my car last week:

Edit: I have more awesome pics somewhere, but it's too late for me to upload them all. lol

Toup · 02-10-2009, 11:21 PM

I love that last pic Cody. Your ride is one of the most underrated xB's out there man. And damn looking at your panels is making me want to go and try to redo mine again.

crxgames · 02-10-2009, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Toup

I love that last pic Cody. Your ride is one of the most underrated xB's out there man. And damn looking at your panels is making me want to go and try to redo mine again.

Thanks, man! Glad it's inspiring. I've got a lot of time/work into this car, especially in my suede. I drove around all of last winter with 0 interior panels. No door panels, no window controls, no headliner, etc. It was worth it.

Plans for this season:
- Going with the VIP look, new wheels and maybe -3 in the rear.
- Pending wheels, front may be coming down another 1/2".
- Modify rear brackets for more drop
- Suede seat covers

I'll probably stop there unless I start modding the engine more. I'm thinking of stopping here and picking up an s13 though. We'll see how stuff works out..

SAKURA · 02-10-2009, 11:29 PM

CODY!!!!!!

859Toaster · 02-10-2009, 11:49 PM

Haha, you're like the 2nd xB rolling around the area with my old parts on it

And ya! My life risking shots made the post! lol

i_b_AO · 02-10-2009, 11:50 PM

damn man. i didnt know you had that many pics!! lol.

and i agree with eric (toup) your car is hella underrated

859Toaster · 02-11-2009, 09:20 AM

Once he gets some better wheels, it'll be hella pimp.

If only I had a car like that when I was in highschool. Cody you are a bastard

surfcitylocal · 02-11-2009, 10:12 AM

Thanks for taking the time to post Cody. Lot's of work in your ride and very impressive that you've done it all yourself at the tender age of 18. I'll be looking forward to your next additions and mods.

EZBAKED · 02-11-2009, 11:24 AM

Looking good main. keep it up.

bB626 · 02-11-2009, 12:27 PM

awesome progress thread, Cody!!!

squirrel · 02-11-2009, 01:04 PM

Awesome xB Cody!!!!!!!

StealthBox · 02-11-2009, 01:12 PM

Looks great and really nice progression....

B-

uprising · 02-12-2009, 01:17 AM

very nice box! wish i had that at 18!!!!

nnnickkk · 02-13-2009, 02:12 AM

damn dude nice car. that probably is the sexiest winter mode shot. but i dont like the circuit city comment, i work there. or whats left of it. im gonna be out of a job with bills, sucks big time!

DTRAIN619 · 02-13-2009, 05:28 AM

I really like the last picture, Cody. That's classic!!

And good job with the inspirational words of wisdom to those young (and not so young) builders on a budget.

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Originally Posted by crxgames

Let this be an inspiration to those younger members here, work hard, save your $$, and you too can have a sick whip.

859Toaster · 02-13-2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by DTRAIN619

I really like the last picture, Cody. That's classic!!

And good job with the inspirational words of wisdom to those young (and not so young) builders on a budget.

PSSH! He only didn't clean his car. I Was the one standing in snow to take the shot! lol

Don't forget he also has a VW Bus that he's been turning around pretty well also... Well, he was until he killed the motor! Get that bish running again!

djmesican · 02-13-2009, 07:55 PM

bsp w/ trd's. Very nice setup.

RIMTUCK · 02-13-2009, 07:57 PM

Looks so much better lowered

crxgames · 02-14-2009, 06:13 PM

Thanks for all the comments, guys! Yes, it looks much better slammed.

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Originally Posted by nnnickkk

damn dude nice car. that probably is the sexiest winter mode shot. but i dont like the circuit city comment, i work there. or whats left of it. im gonna be out of a job with bills, sucks big time!

Hey man, thanks for the comment, but I didn't mean the circuit city statement like that. I have quite a few friends that worked at the store I got the head unit from, so I know what you all are going through.

nnnickkk · 02-14-2009, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by crxgames

Hey man, thanks for the comment, but I didn't mean the circuit city statement like that. I have quite a few friends that worked at the store I got the head unit from, so I know what you all are going through.

haha i was kidding man! your car is clean though man i like it. the headunit is nice too i just put one in my cousins box. what accessories you have with it? i just got the f900bt with sirius, ipod, back up cam, and i hacked it a little with custom pictures.