Well JimiJak inspired me create a build thread to show the progression of my XSport..
Mine won't be as creative...lol
Here is where it all started Stock.. 401A with dual DVDs adapt cruise and BLISS
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First mod and at the time, "the only mod I wanted".... Ha was 24inch helo's
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Second mod was matte black wrapped door handles and 35% front tint and HID headlights and Fog lights and weather tech digital floor mats with interior LED conversion.
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Third mod was custom painted emblems and wheel inserts.
Matte pearl grey
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And then I found this damn place and LMS.... Ouch...
Next mods were LMS XSport tune package including
Tuner, airaid CAI, new plugs, TStat and 3Bar map for when new tune was released
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Next I hooked up a set of H&R lowering springs
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At this point I realized I wanted to go fast and these 24's were not cutting it..
Next mods were a set of brand new 22x10.5 Vossen CVT's custom painted matte graphite and performance pedals set in black ano with grid pattern and countersink..
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After this my obsession only gets worse as I pulled the trigger on first wilwood big brake kit for XSport
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Next mod was the shark fin antenna overlay
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Next mods were the long awaited LMS CatBack exhaust and the custom USB port in driver side pillar for nexus 7 and Ram mount running torque pro.
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Next mods were the billet badge(not installed) and Rx catch can(not installed)
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Next I found myself with a set of LMS catted downpipes and the new V3 93 performance tune with 3Bar Map.
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Next on the list will be getting installed before Memorial Day
A set of summer tires- BF Goodrich 285/35/22, and EBC yellow stuff brake pads
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What's next you ask?????
Custom detail with all the fixings and a photo shoot....
Well.... There are a few custom projects on my mind..
One will be started and finished before Memorial Day and I'm keeping that a surprise.
Along with another one I am still considering for later on...
This is my story...lol it has been an expensive journey but fun as hell..
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I will continue to add to this timeline...lol
trying to catch up but little hard these days
I have an explorer but yours is my favorite!! I think you did an amazing job!
Looks beautiful man, the Vossens are such a huge upgrade from the 24's you had on there to begin with!
Stellar progress bmc! :bow:
Progressing along towards the illusive end ...
Part of the blame for your mods is me and I except full heat .. L O L
We know meth is on the to do list .....
Quote from: SwampRat on May 15, 2014, 01:16:47 PM
Progressing along towards the illusive end ...
Part of the blame for your mods is me and I except full heat .. L O L
We know meth is on the to do list .....
Oh yes SW... You get some blame for sure...lol
Meth is on the short list... Although I recall saying I wouldn't be doing it in the past...lol
I need to learn a little more about it and how I would use it first...
Ok
New tires on, new pads in... Need to break in the pads. So it's a slow go for a few days.. Hopefully they bed nice...
Here a few pics on my other new mods....
New custom headlights. Light pics are only mock up pics.. They should be done this week.
-Retro fitted LED BiXenon projector
-LED switchback strip
-Amber lens removed
-full internals painted black
-LED Halo
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I pulled the trigger and had a full accuair E level/I Level air management air suspension system with custom UAS air bags and front strut system installed..
It was a late night so it didn't get calibrated tonight.(just basic operation now)
Should have pics/vids of the aired out and up stance...once everything is set right. Hopefully a few days...
Here are some pics of the custom install...
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Better pics and vids to follow along with review..
Those lights are gonna look GOOD, bmc! The Accuair suspension install also looks SWEET!
Looks awesome. One lengthy and growing mod list.
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Damn....just Damn... That's's gonna look sweet.
I want to see it slammed !!!
2010 RCM non PP
K&N panel filter
sp534 @ 30
unleashed 93 performance+boost
more to come.....
do you think you could run 295's or are your 285's already really close to rubbing? and or 40 instead of 35
I think the 285/35 is the max. I have no rubbing now, but it sure is close.
No good pics yet and still need to get it all calibrated tonight..
But here is fully up and fully down..
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From a V to an X, lickety split! Quite a range of travel, bmc :thumb:
Looks fantastic!!
I see a ride of the month/year in your future.
Quote from: glock-coma on June 03, 2014, 12:34:52 PM
Looks fantastic!!
I see ANOTHER ride of the month/year in your future.
Fify!
Wow... just wow! Great mods!
Wow that is awesome!!! Looks so sick!
Thx guys...
I'll have better pics and some video soon.. Had it calibrated and set up tonight. Now we have rain for two days... So maybe Friday or Saturday..
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Quote from: bigmoneycloser on June 02, 2014, 10:18:44 PM
Here a few pics on my other new mods....
New custom headlights. Light pics are only mock up pics.. They should be done this week.
-Retro fitted LED BiXenon projector
-LED switchback strip
-Amber lens removed
-full internals painted black
-LED Halo
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Hey Anthony,
Where are you gettin your headlights done (and where are those pics from)?
I've had my new projectors/ballasts/bulbs for like 6 months, but still tryin to workout my design details for other lighting within the casing (LEDs/DRLs/etc). I was thinking I would install it all myself, but now I'm not so sure... could be complicated.
p.s. i wish i never found this thread. you're beating me to the punch on just about everything I want to do to my Ex haha. good work.
I'm getting the lights done by chandler at "www.thelightingfirm.co"
Not a com.. It's "co"
Pics are of my mock up at his shop.
I got the info from fordman with the blackout fusion..
He is a good guy and uses top quality parts.
This site whole site and members are bad influences on me and my lack of self control. Haha
Hopefully pics today before they ship.
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Very cool! How's the ride?
Damn...all fantastic stuff.
Looks like you beat me to my own headlight mod. Lol
That's what I get for trying to work it all out on my own. Haha
Taparalk'd...expuct typoz
Should have lights mid next week and installed ASAP. With detailed pics.
I have new brake pads in the truck as well, so I'm still breaking them in and can't really step into truck yet. But so far ride is very nice. It is much softer ride, more comparable to stock feel at all air levels. Because we were the first to bag the truck there are NO aftermarket shocks/struts available with the system so we modified stock struts.(not fun) if Megan releases the coil overs, that will likely be a great improvement up front as it will give me even more travel and better feel.
So really hoping that happens now. I have not noticed any negatives yet, but we will see as it gets tested. I think having the extra height in the snow and when traveling will be nice... So at this point I'm happy..
Thx
Awesome mods. Keep the pics and vids coming.
Here is another teaser video of new headlights.. They should be in my hands Thursday.
I hope I can get them installed before the weekend...
http://youtu.be/pFeqewaNyI4
Headlight mods:
Internals were painted black
Police amber lens smoked
BiXenon projectors retro fitted
DRL halos
DRL outline strip which is also an amber switchback for blinker.
Next video will be of lights installed...
I'm pretty excited about these..
Billet badge put a bend in my 3.5L twin turbo so it would mount on the rear hatch properly..
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Looks Damned GOOD , BMC !
Just a thought .... have Billet Badges make an oval to replace the rear ford one that says " EcoBeast " .
Quote from: SwampRat on June 14, 2014, 11:52:10 AM
Looks Damned GOOD , BMC !
Just a thought .... have Billet Badges make an oval to replace the rear ford one that says " EcoBeast " .
That's not a bad idea at all....
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Wow, this is awesome! Subscribed for moar updates.
Headlights installed today..
Details...
Www.Thelightingfirm.co
Chandler really hooked me up.
Started with brand new OEM headlights.
-Painted inside matte black
-smoked interceptor style amber lens
-retrofitted BiXenon projectors with 6k
-LED Halos-DRL
-LED lower "eye" outline DRL with Amber switchback
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BMC you are in beast mode!! That thing is ill
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Quote from: jvsandoval on June 17, 2014, 04:58:44 PM
BMC you are in beast mode!! That thing is ill
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Welcome to EBPF ..... please formally introduce yourself in the new member area
WHAT do you have ? Pics would be nice ...
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Cool vids... Especially the second one and that extended glow from the turn signal... Thanks for posting ... The truck looks super!
:thumb:
I found myself imaging it with LED turn signals.
Quote from: bigmoneycloser on June 03, 2014, 06:01:49 AM
I think the 285/35 is the max. I have no rubbing now, but it sure is close.
Hey Anthony,
When you were runnin springs (Flex or Ex?) w/ the 22x10.5" Vossens, did you ever tow anything?
I'm lookin to lower w/ the H&R Flex springs, and whether I change out for the 10.5" or add 1"-1.5" spacers to my 22x9" Vossens.... I'm concerned about rubbing with towing any kind of load.
Thanks brotha.
I was running the explorer springs from hr.
But I never towed anything.
Closest thing, was truck full with 6 adults for 400 mile trip.. No rubbing but hardly same as towing... Lol
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Depends on the size of the adults haha. I'll be sittin up a bit higher with the Flex springs (only by 0.4" tho). Guess there's only one way to find out!
22x9" Vossens for sale! ;.)
Good luck man!!
BMC the truck looks amazing... If you did the headlight with a brand new set does that mean you have your original sports headlights? I would need another set to complete my modification...
Heck I'd even rent them from you 😀
Thx man,
I have not decided yet what I'm gonna do with my stock heads.
I'm gonna keep them for a while to make sure I don't run into any issues and need a spare.
Are the HIDs from the Limited a direct swap? I see the 15 got a heated steering wheel but HIDs still not an option?
I had just hid bulbs originally, they required ballasts.
The new heads are retro fitted with BiXenon projectors.
Sorry BMC.. I just put in a quote for the 3.5L billet badge the same color scheme as you have.. I couldn't help it you picked the best color scheme for a black car. But for $200 they are expensive and most likely never see another one in person ! Now i need to strip off/ rearrange my stock badges
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Sorry BMC.. I just put in a quote for the 3.5L billet badge the same color scheme as you have.. I couldn't help it you picked the best color scheme for a black car. But for $200 they are expensive and most likely never see another one in person ! Now i need to strip off/ rearrange my stock badges
No problem...
The badge won't sit on your trunk or hatch flat because there is a curve on the truck and cars.
So save yourself some time.....
Figure out where you want it, us a piece of cardboard and cut out the curve of the location.
Yah mail it to billet badges.
They will put the bend in it before paint...
I had to send mine back to have bent and repainted..
Good luck
thanks for the tip !
Lots cool things happening in next week...
Tomorrow running some dyno hits with my new MDesign intake.. And next Tuesday the truck is being fitted and fabbed up for a one off set of all in one double bello air struts!
Tired of waiting in Megan, so I'll make my own set up.
These will give me 7 inches of adjustable front travel.
Can't wait. I will have pics and vids when done..
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Great thread, awesome ride...
Well done!!!
Rich
This build just keeps getting more awesome!
Well s*** is going down now!
Stuck in a rental for 3-4 days while my custom double bello air struts are fabbed up.
This should make my air suspension perfect.
Fingers crossed.. Stock height to the ground..lol
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You see the gdrivesystems setup. Pretty cool.
Good luck on the fab.
Rich
Good luck!
Quote from: SHOnUup on December 02, 2014, 09:39:18 PM
You see the gdrivesystems setup. Pretty cool.
Good luck on the fab.
Rich
No
Is there a link you can send?
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Good luck on the setup B and hopefully you get that big grin on your face when you pick it up. ;)
Just got an update from the shop.
All things looking good final fitment and welding in am and then paint before end of day.
Install and set up Friday morning.
New set up should give me extra 2 inches of travel at top and a much smoother ride.
Can't wait to see it.
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ok were do i get the headlights from...
Quote from: TTSport15 on February 23, 2015, 11:54:49 AM
ok were do i get the headlights from...
Www.thelightingfirm.net
Ask for chandler
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Quote from: bigmoneycloser on February 23, 2015, 12:02:47 PM
Quote from: TTSport15 on February 23, 2015, 11:54:49 AM
ok were do i get the headlights from...
Www.thelightingfirm.net
Ask for chandler
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I emailed them twice a while back and never replied
Quote from: southtxSHO on February 23, 2015, 01:12:04 PM
Quote from: bigmoneycloser on February 23, 2015, 12:02:47 PM
Quote from: TTSport15 on February 23, 2015, 11:54:49 AM
ok were do i get the headlights from...
Www.thelightingfirm.net
Ask for chandler
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I emailed them twice a while back and never replied
You definitely have to chance them a little bit. Or a lot.
They are crazy busy..
You can try to reach them on Instagram too.
Call or text this number.
(734) 536-1949
Ask for chandler-owner
Tell him your a friend of Anthony from NJ with Xsport.
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Quote from: bigmoneycloser on February 23, 2015, 01:14:39 PM
Quote from: southtxSHO on February 23, 2015, 01:12:04 PM
Quote from: bigmoneycloser on February 23, 2015, 12:02:47 PM
Quote from: TTSport15 on February 23, 2015, 11:54:49 AM
ok were do i get the headlights from...
Www.thelightingfirm.net
Ask for chandler
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I emailed them twice a while back and never replied
You definitely have to chance them a little bit. Or a lot.
They are crazy busy..
You can try to reach them on Instagram too.
Call or text this number.
(734) 536-1949
Ask for chandler-owner
Tell him your a friend of Anthony from NJ with Xsport.
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Got it thanks 👍
TTT since it's for sale..GLWS
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