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Old 06-04-2013, 11:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Rochester
Wow. Careful you don't get too carried away there.


Hey, GoFightNguyen, there's an engine bay thread over here: https://www.myg37.com/forums/body-in...ay-thread.html

Take some pics of your work and show it off. I'd like to see what you're doing.

If it's worth doing, it's worth overdoing! I'll upload some pics once I find and get all my parts shipped and installed. I just started some simple modifications in the last few weeks. I'm trying to keep myself occupied until the Fast Intentions catback gets in.
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Originally Posted by Rochester
4DSC window sticker. $1 of priceless awesome.

https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sedan/233303-4dsc.html

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Don't let Rochester fool you, this is no <$40 mod, that damn sticker has cost me about $2500 worth of mods since I got mine. I mean once you get that sticker you're compelled to make the car "4DSC worthy"
Originally Posted by STownSaint
I have one of these laying around! Have to find it
I agree...
Low priced sticker, but expensive to maintain!

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Old 06-05-2013, 12:15 AM
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My inexpensive mod for the non-Akebono brakes...might not be everyones cup of tea!

Infiniti Brake Caliper Decals - $6 set of 4

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Old 06-05-2013, 05:31 AM
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Originally Posted by STownSaint
Interesting thread, will certainly keep checking

Can anyone recommend license plate LEDs that are 'pure' white and not much brighter than OEM brightness (if possible)?



I have one of these laying around! Have to find it
2009-2013 Infiniti G37 Sedan License Plate LEDs (pair) - G37 Sedan - Infiniti - HID & LED by Vehicle - Replacement Lighting

Stage 1 will be the closest to stock. I have stage 2 on my G and I love it.
Old 06-05-2013, 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by My'09G37X
Agreed. Very first thing I did with the G was swap out the rear plate lights for LEDs. Most people go for LED White, but I like mine in Amber.

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Speaking of amber, here's another very inexpensive mod... wrap your fog light lenses with window tint.

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Old 06-05-2013, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Rochester
Agreed. Very first thing I did with the G was swap out the rear plate lights for LEDs. Most people go for LED White, but I like mine in Amber.

It looks good, especially with the color of the bulb almost matching your plate perfectly.
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Old 06-05-2013, 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by blnewt
That's 20% over this threads' budget
50 - 40 = 10. $10 is 25% of $40, therefore it's 25% over this thread's budget, not 20%.
I couldn't resist.

Now to contribute: How about some dirt-cheap eBay LEDs for the interior. I bought a bunch for $6 with free shipping!

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Old 06-05-2013, 10:40 PM
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you wouldn't happen to have the link for those leds would you

Originally Posted by LexiG37
50 - 40 = 10. $10 is 25% of $40, therefore it's 25% over this thread's budget, not 20%.
I couldn't resist.

Now to contribute: How about some dirt-cheap eBay LEDs for the interior. I bought a bunch for $6 with free shipping!
Old 06-05-2013, 10:52 PM
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Originally Posted by RJ's_G37
you wouldn't happen to have the link for those leds would you
Sorry, but if you type 194 LED bulb a whole whack of vendors/LEDs will pop up. Hong Kong vendors ship for free, but you can't be in a rush if you want free shipping, I waited 3 weeks.

Here's one link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/20pcs-T10-White-3528-SMD-4-LED-Wedge-Tail-Car-Light-Bulbs-194-168-W5W-12V-/161021721374?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item257da47b1e&vxp=mtr

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Old 06-05-2013, 10:56 PM
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Wow this is a great thread! Glad it was started.
Old 06-05-2013, 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by LexiG37
Hong Kong vendors ship for free, but you can't be in a rush if you want free shipping, I waited 3 weeks.
They're all over eBay, and mostly out of the Orient. It's kind of strange.

You can get some really good prices, too. The problem is that most of these bulbs have poor quality craftsmanship, and fail much earlier than more expensive sources. With LED bulbs, you really can get what you pay for.

That said, it's kind of fun shopping ebay for LEDs. Make a bunch of low-cost orders, spread out weeks. In that way you keep getting something fun in the mail every once in a while. Just don't be afraid to order more than you need, and be prepared to toss some of what you get as junk.

Simple 194 wedge bulbs in the door panel courtesy lights. Another one of my very first mods on the car. But only because I had a whole bunch of LEDs lying around.
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Old 06-05-2013, 11:31 PM
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Okay thanks you two i really appreciate it, im in no rush its always fun getting something in the mail and leds are a simple mod that way the mod bug goes a way for a bit.
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If Rochester is amenable, I took some more detailed pics of the process for painting your engine cover, and a DIY is in the works.
Old 06-06-2013, 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by GoFightNguyen
If Rochester is amenable, I took some more detailed pics of the process for painting your engine cover, and a DIY is in the works.
If not, I'm sure he's got a price
Look forward to the pics & details.


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