# Builds

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## [giving the bug black eyes and face lift](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/giving-the-bug-black-eyes-and-face-lift/242604)

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**Author:** [@stockcarboy](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/stockcarboy)\
**Replies:** 50\
**Last updated:** [March 29, 2009, 7:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/giving-the-bug-black-eyes-and-face-lift/242604 "2009-03-29T19:00:00Z")

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well its geting warm i got my intercooler my new forge blowoff/rec valve and im puting a n2o intercooler cooler ring on . and right now im attempting to do a joey mod to the head lights . i am also doing the timing belt …

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## [My carbon-fiber dual projector headlight conversion project](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/my-carbon-fiber-dual-projector-headlight-conversion-project/201398)

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**Author:** [@fah\_quad](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/fah_quad)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [March 29, 2009, 4:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/my-carbon-fiber-dual-projector-headlight-conversion-project/201398 "2009-03-29T16:55:55Z")

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Took my DOT headlights and canabalized them with a new set of euro spec (e-code) headlights. Cut out a projector from old ones and molded it in to new, so instead of one projector and one big-ass halogen, I now have two…

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## [IROC's 1999 Camaro](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/irocs-1999-camaro/242980)

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**Author:** [@MX-5](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MX-5)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2009, 5:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/irocs-1999-camaro/242980 "2009-03-27T05:46:58Z")

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Just got delivered to my house an hour ago. I can’t wait to go to DMV tomorrow and get her on the road 1999 Camaro 5spd T-tops V6 FTL (ftw with turbo kit when I eventually get to it) 4 wheel disc brakes \[http://…

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## [MR2 Interior De-mod...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/mr2-interior-de-mod/65064)

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**Author:** [@LUKE\_L](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LUKE_L)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2009, 4:49am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/mr2-interior-de-mod/65064 "2009-03-26T04:49:51Z")

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Normally when I work on an interior I replace the OEM headunit with an Alpine or JVC headunit. This time I removed the aftermarket unit and put back a OEM unit I got for a steal for $50. Looked a bit beat up but it was j…

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## [pookiee' bubble with d16 vtec NEED SERIOUS HELP :\[](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/pookiee-bubble-with-d16-vtec-need-serious-help/242955)

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**Author:** [@pookiee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/pookiee)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2009, 7:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/pookiee-bubble-with-d16-vtec-need-serious-help/242955 "2009-03-25T19:45:09Z")

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Hey guys, I didn’t know what forum to put his in so I decided to start a project thread. Here’s the scoop on what’s going on. I had a 93 ex coupe that I crashed ( worst day of my life) with a d16z6vtec. I then bought a P…

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## [The Pittsburgh Kid's 1983 Cadillac Fleetwood](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/the-pittsburgh-kids-1983-cadillac-fleetwood/202202)

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**Author:** [@Pittsburgh\_Kid](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Pittsburgh_Kid)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2009, 10:50pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/the-pittsburgh-kids-1983-cadillac-fleetwood/202202 "2009-03-23T22:50:35Z")

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Its a 1983 Cadillac Fleetwood. 53,xxx original miles, garage kept, very clean already. I bought it back in 2007 but it had to sit in my garage untouched for a year becuase I was sorta tight on money. Now it has -All …

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## [alpha earls' 2009 build thread (dyno chart and new paint pg 5)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/alpha-earls-2009-build-thread-dyno-chart-and-new-paint-pg-5/61761)

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**Author:** [@Saxon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Saxon)\
**Replies:** 122\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2009, 9:59pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/alpha-earls-2009-build-thread-dyno-chart-and-new-paint-pg-5/61761 "2009-03-23T21:59:06Z")

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well i thought id make a build thread and kind of formally introduce myself to the nyspeed community my real name is brian, but i go by earl (middle name) im not new to the game really, been building honda’s since 99 wh…

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## [2000 Cadillac...weight reduction](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2000-cadillac-weight-reduction/64890)

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**Author:** [@theSteveKarpik](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theSteveKarpik)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2009, 9:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2000-cadillac-weight-reduction/64890 "2009-03-23T21:53:07Z")

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\[http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/TheSteveKarpik/0321091857\_01.jpg\] baby needs a wash! \[http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/TheSteveKarpik/0321091855.jpg\] \[http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i60/TheSteveKarpik/0…

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## [before and after gsr rims](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/before-and-after-gsr-rims/241804)

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**Author:** [@matty11781](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/matty11781)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2009, 6:58pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/before-and-after-gsr-rims/241804 "2009-03-22T18:58:57Z")

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i got these gsr rims from underboosted on here and they looked like ass so here are a couple of pics…first on is after scuffing 1 of them up and the other is after coat number 1…let me know what you think…might scratch t…

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## [Welcome to the 'Builds' subforum.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/welcome-to-the-builds-subforum/58686)

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**Author:** [@Fry](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Fry)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2009, 6:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/welcome-to-the-builds-subforum/58686 "2009-03-22T18:55:13Z")

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In this subforum, fellow community members are effectively giving us presentations on what they are working on. It is inherently an interactive presentation, allowing for questions to and from the presenter. Feel free …

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## [Deadlydave's 2004 Subaru Baja Turbo (Project WTF)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/deadlydaves-2004-subaru-baja-turbo-project-wtf/239126)

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**Author:** [@deadlydave](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/deadlydave)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2009, 6:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/deadlydaves-2004-subaru-baja-turbo-project-wtf/239126 "2009-03-21T18:31:31Z")

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Hello Shift, here is my ‘project’. Picture is already outdated, Scoop has been painted black. \[http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v296/8/47/178300027/n178300027\_30096930\_9661.jpg\] Car: 2004 Subaru Baja Turb…

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## [b6 a4 project DD](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/b6-a4-project-dd/57526)

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**Author:** [@orzech](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/orzech)\
**Replies:** 47\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2009, 1:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/b6-a4-project-dd/57526 "2009-03-20T13:30:32Z")

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well here is my new project, snapped a few pics (crappy day for them), but you get the idea. I have a couple other little things planned… but yeah here is my first mod: RNS-E :slight\_smile: : \[http://memimage.cardoma…

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## [1st honda + boost](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/1st-honda-boost/63624)

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**Author:** [@boosting4me](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boosting4me)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2009, 6:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/1st-honda-boost/63624 "2009-03-19T18:31:44Z")

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I usually don’t make posts like this but I figured it was my first honda So while I was in search for A project car Wanting something different besides dsms I picked up a 88 civic hatch from karter This is what it look…

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## [Scratch Removal Pics](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/scratch-removal-pics/64524)

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**Author:** [@Slopoke](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Slopoke)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2009, 11:07pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/scratch-removal-pics/64524 "2009-03-18T23:07:04Z")

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2006 Trailblazer, owner has no idea what happened (I’m thinking shopping cart) but i sold here a new Dodge Journey and didnt want her to get charged by GM on her damage as this is a lease turn in on monday (3/16). Yes th…

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## [what product to use to polish rims?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/what-product-to-use-to-polish-rims/64718)

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**Author:** [@sonson\_jdmvtek](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sonson_jdmvtek)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2009, 2:13pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/what-product-to-use-to-polish-rims/64718 "2009-03-18T14:13:09Z")

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i have jus bought sum 15" drags there all chrome but i wanna get them even more chrome i want a really good mirror finish to them that when i drive down the street peoples head turns towards my hatch…heres a pic \[http:/…

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## [ej257's time attack build.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ej257s-time-attack-build/235136)

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**Author:** [@Auto0utcast](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Auto0utcast)\
**Replies:** 261\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2009, 10:39am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ej257s-time-attack-build/235136 "2009-03-17T10:39:38Z")

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October 23, 2006 i drove to Milford, Connecticut and took delivery of my platinum silver metallic 2004 WRX STi from Dan Perkins Subaru. she stayed stock for about 2 weeks before i picked up a helix catless downpipe and …

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## [Team Arod 09 projects........](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/team-arod-09-projects/242073)

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**Author:** [@arodracing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/arodracing)\
**Replies:** 149\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2009, 8:35pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/team-arod-09-projects/242073 "2009-03-16T20:35:53Z")

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This setup is a customer GT42 Street civic. Setup: 84mm GSR C.C.C. Complete Race Head Package GT42r 1600cc injectors AEM EMS Car Has made 400hp @ 9psi so far. After break in, we will go back for more boost. The c…

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## [DIY: IPOD holder for the daily](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-ipod-holder-for-the-daily/64329)

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**Author:** [@95dime](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/95dime)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [March 15, 2009, 8:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-ipod-holder-for-the-daily/64329 "2009-03-15T20:42:47Z")

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Alright, i recently aquired an ipod with a cable for the radio from a friend, and after i used it for a day i realized that i was missing out (never had any kind of mp3 before) so i decided id make a nice place to put th…

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## [Our Newest Member of the Team](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/our-newest-member-of-the-team/241553)

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**Author:** [@imported\_hybrdthry91](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/imported_hybrdthry91)\
**Replies:** 55\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2009, 10:39pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/our-newest-member-of-the-team/241553 "2009-03-14T22:39:10Z")

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Welcome Molly to the Synapse Family, she’s a 6 week old chocolate lab that you will see running around the shop for now on. \[http://synapseturbo.com/gallery/cache/93ede737b68bab0c7dcd0f46bf86b25d79f7c0ac\_800.jpg\] \[http…

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## [pics of the Audi -orange peel](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/pics-of-the-audi-orange-peel/64392)

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**Author:** [@Slopoke](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Slopoke)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2009, 6:38am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/pics-of-the-audi-orange-peel/64392 "2009-03-14T06:38:45Z")

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This is my personal 99.5 a4, previously had the front fender repainted when i bought it, and who ever did it needed a few lessons in prep/spraying it had drips/and tons of orange peel…Sorry for the low quality pics… but …

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## [Boosted Tiburon... IN NEED OF HELP PLEASE...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/boosted-tiburon-in-need-of-help-please/242676)

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**Author:** [@TwiztidTuner](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TwiztidTuner)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2009, 6:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/boosted-tiburon-in-need-of-help-please/242676 "2009-03-13T18:31:43Z")

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I wasn’t sure where to post this so i picked here… i have been doing research for about 2 1/2 years now on my tiburon and i have asked many questions but kept getting led in the wrong direction. this is my set-up: 20…

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## [GPS/scangauge built into dash](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gps-scangauge-built-into-dash/63981)

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**Author:** [@blackout](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/blackout)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2009, 9:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gps-scangauge-built-into-dash/63981 "2009-03-11T21:15:32Z")

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So this is my spring break project. I’m removing the two center heating vents and installing a gps and scan gauge II in their place. If you have any comments or concerns please let me know before I start cutting the plas…

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## [New rim colour](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-rim-colour/150195)

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**Author:** [@Voodoo\_Child](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Voodoo_Child)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 10:25pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-rim-colour/150195 "2009-03-09T22:25:31Z")

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I just painted the rims on my Spec bronze, and I’m not too sure on the colour . Lemme know what you guys think. I’m thinking of changing them to a gunmetal type colour. Before: \[http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o17…

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## [Finally my dream car.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/finally-my-dream-car/63869)

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**Author:** [@nelstoys](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/nelstoys)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 1:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/finally-my-dream-car/63869 "2009-03-07T13:04:12Z")

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Well its my dream car but dont look like it does in my dreams. Here is 2 teaser pics, resto is going to start asap, so far i have an Nos truck lid and k member for a hemi! Origional from the factory still with the stamp…

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## [1962 Bonneville Resto](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/1962-bonneville-resto/61252)

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**Author:** [@turbo\_ls1\_ss](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/turbo_ls1_ss)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 7:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/1962-bonneville-resto/61252 "2009-03-07T07:54:13Z")

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my dad bought this car as a cruiser for the summer (same deal as the MCSS)…and it’s turning into a little resto project. Not quite as in detail as my neighbor’s mopar hobby, but should look great none-the-less. as soon…

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## [My "cahr killah", DSR class racer](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/my-cahr-killah-dsr-class-racer/238150)

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**Author:** [@Boxersix](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Boxersix)\
**Replies:** 48\
**Last updated:** [March 4, 2009, 2:33pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/my-cahr-killah-dsr-class-racer/238150 "2009-03-04T14:33:18Z")

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Just needed a catchy title. :tong Copied from Rspeed for your enjoyment, maybe. As most know I’m progressing through a one-off build of a Porsche 962 here at the shop and am still going head strong at that. Having ~4 y…

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## [Project B16 CRX](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-b16-crx/59469)

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**Author:** [@Shrek](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shrek)\
**Replies:** 201\
**Last updated:** [March 3, 2009, 3:40pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-b16-crx/59469 "2009-03-03T15:40:46Z")

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## [I seem to remember starting a build thread here?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-seem-to-remember-starting-a-build-thread-here/242526)

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**Author:** [@Wayne64SS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Wayne64SS)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 3, 2009, 7:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-seem-to-remember-starting-a-build-thread-here/242526 "2009-03-03T07:28:58Z")

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WTF is it?

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## [99 Sebring Project Suggestions](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/99-sebring-project-suggestions/242483)

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**Author:** [@Sepheroth88](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Sepheroth88)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [March 1, 2009, 10:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/99-sebring-project-suggestions/242483 "2009-03-01T22:37:50Z")

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Hey I just picked up a 99 sebring lx v6 2dr coupe w/ 80k on it. Looking to do a few things to it, looking at alot of the avenger mods, just wondering if anyone has any suggestions?

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## [Stockcarboys's Volkswagen Small Block V8 Golf Build](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/stockcarboyss-volkswagen-small-block-v8-golf-build/235344)

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**Author:** [@stockcarboy](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/stockcarboy)\
**Replies:** 109\
**Last updated:** [March 1, 2009, 8:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/stockcarboyss-volkswagen-small-block-v8-golf-build/235344 "2009-03-01T20:02:26Z")

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((all updates are on this first post)) This was my stupid plans at first this is what the body kit looks like installed which it was not it was just siting there. \[http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u85/VWmama04/proje…

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