Öperator's 07 Brilliant Red

[Operator]

This is the 2nd car I've owned since I started to get into the car modification world.... So far it's been a fun ride. Here's my car from beginning to present.

Not long after coming back from the dealership. All stock. Pics taken with my simple P&S camera.

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We both have dual exhaust......

[Operator]

1st mods I installed started with the sound system. The sub inclosure was added about a year after the main install. Still stock exterior and performance wise.

Amps: JL 1000/1 and JL 450/4
1000/1 as it was installed in my previous car (Mazda3). The install in the A4 aimed to be much cleaner.
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I went with these for my interconnects:
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Door speakers:
Initially I ran Elemental Designs 6500's up front. But I foolishly damaged the set while trying to tweak the system.
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Then Rainbow SLC 265.25 NG components
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Now DLs UP6i's
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In the rear I had cDT EF-61's
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Changed to a new set of cDT's
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Now I have cDT ES-6's
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Subwoofer:
I decided to downsize from a 12" Fi.Q to a 10". Image Dynamics IDMAX 10"
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Optima Red Top for my battery and a Stinger digital fuse holder:
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HU: JVC NX-7000bt While I'd prefer a more OEM look, the options this HU gives me, more than makes up for it.
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USB routed under armrest along with a Monster Aux cable. I have the option to run a video in, along with an Iphone interface cable.
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Rear before I put the enclosure in: Amps mounted.
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Enclosure installed:
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Current: It's since been vacuumed ;-)





Rear digital distribution block and 12disc changer:
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Sound Deadening spray
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[Operator]

Moved up to Cheynne Wyoming (the main reason I purchased an AWD car).

After my APR tune and Euro plate add on.
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1st exterior mod was my Euro plate.
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Moving into more exterior modifications. Vorgtland Springs/shocks, USP rep wheels, FLY's V3's,

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Started working on the exhaust. VMR Testpipe, and OBX Downpipe + exhaust.

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Yes my car is dirty, but hey, it was winter time........
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Kool pic of a train passing through the middle of the city streets.

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Installed some gauges. Defi Boost and Depo racing Oil Temp




Water/Methanol indicator added


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[Operator]

Had to go into winter mode:
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Plastidip - Black
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Powdercoated Gunmetal
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[Operator]

Eventually upgraded my brakes. ABT front and rear rotors with EBC Redstuff pads.
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For the summer, I sold my old 18" Ultra Sport set-up
Moved on to 235/35 fronts and 275/30 rears

235/35-19's
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275/30-19's
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Wrapping around:

19x8.5's and 19x9.5's I love the concave look for the rears, and the fronts are better, than I thought!
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Gotta beat the summer heat. Treadstone TR6 FMIC
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Once again, battling the summer heat, and looking to finally use my 100oct tune!
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Coolingmist Water/Meth behind sub enclosure
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Went with a RS style grill, forgot to put the rings on before I put the bumper back on...... But they will make a return! Also added ECS clear sides, a custom CAI, Cupra Lip, Xenarc CBI's, STi clear lens, 5000k fogs.


Best D1s bulbs around in my opinion!!!!! Love the output, and they are still breaking in!!!!!
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[naldyb6]

Looking good

[Operator]

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[Operator]

[Operator]

[Operator]

Here's my Coolingmist setup:

The w/m is set to start spraying at 16psi (I thought 10psi was too low, only to find 16psi is too high so I'm aiming for 11psi - 12psi next...)


Tank is hidden behind my custom sub enclosure and the rear seat
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The pump sits inside the 1.5gal tank (living up in the Colorado/Wyoming area, I want to keep my wiper fluid separate)
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Hose coming into the engine bay
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For me, I prefer, just filling up with pure methanol from a local fueling place, and mixing it with distilled water. I use 3 - five gallon jugs for the methanol, and one - 2 gallon jug for my 50/50 mix. And for ease of use I made the funnel/hose to fill the tank, though the tank can slide out from the cubby hole to be filled too.
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Boost switch hidden in the back of the engine bay.
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K0R installed.
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RAI Testpipe attached to my OBX customized DP. Ended up modifying the TP so it would mate up.
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HPFPupgrade Stage 1 pump. Nothing really different externally.
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[B72.0T]

You have a KOR-GT on a tip? :O

[Operator]

Yeh, auto guys want to go fast too! and even with the drivetrain loss, I'm more than happy with a TIP versus manual.

[Operator]

My A4 before the winter, out in the COUNTRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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[Operator]

[c@@kieMonsta]

Kinda off topic, but what camera did you use in the above vids. Also how was it positioned? Was it on a tripod, suction, etc?

[Joey0918]

...From what I can tell my the suction cup in the window that is what I think he may have used.... lol

[Operator]

Yeh, sometimes when I record a drive, I don't take the time to make sure everything is in good order. And thus as stated above, the suction cup is in view. It doesn't happen all the time, but oh well.... When I prep ahead of time like in the last video, I have a clean recording. And I just use my Iphone4 with a mount I purchased off eBay. Maybe no GoPro HD quality, but better than nothing, and pretty easy to set-up.

[Joey0918]

I just use my Iphone4 with a mount I purchased off eBay. Maybe no GoPro HD quality, but better than nothing, and pretty easy to set-up.

eBay FTW!

Still works, I enjoyed the video

[Operator]

Took some time off from modding, to actually go out and have some fun with the car. Georgetown Lake:

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[ignus99]

I love this build. Your car is fantastic!

[wildcat333]

Just read this entire thread. I had seen many of your pics before, but cool to see it from start to finish/present.

[Operator]

Yeh, hopefully, I can update it in the next 2 weeks with how it will probably stay.

[Operator]

Transition to DTM

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[Rodmar]

I need more $$$ nuffsaid

[Operator]

I need more $$$ nuffsaid

Or a wind and hail damage claim. Figured, why take it to the dealer, and let them charge me $$$$ for labor and OEM parts.

[Operator]

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Hydro Dipped winter wheels
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[Rodmar]

Great pics I need a hood like yours on the cheap haha

[TofuShop]

wow, your car looks really aggressive w/ the facelift. very nice

[A4TQS]

great job indeed

[Operator]

Changed the trunk a bit:




Yeh, I need to vacuum......

18" et33 Flik Justice's 245 Dunlop SP Winter Sport M3











Had some fun in the snow:

[Operator]

All should be avail at least in 720p

Drift720 vid


IP5 Vids

[Operator]

Great pics I need a hood like yours on the cheap haha

wow, your car looks really aggressive w/ the facelift. very nice

great job indeed

It's a bit late, but thanks for the kind words!!!

[Operator]

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[milan2k13]

Your car looks awesome man!

[geebus]

Great job Operator. Definitely one of a kind

[LUKI]

awesome car man

[theboss]

keep going!!!

[TCHUN003]

Just want you to know that I love how far your car has come and how it sits right now.

[Operator]

Just want you to know that I love how far your car has come and how it sits right now.

Thanks!!! Though lately, it hasn't been as much fun. Just been dealing with too many issues.

[Joshua Frye]

Amazing car! keep up with the posts :)