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The bumper cover had to be removed and the impact foam behind it replaced. Some plastic filler spot putty fixed the scratches and nicks the bumper cover had.
The bumper cover had to be removed and the impact foam behind it replaced. Some plastic filler spot putty fixed the scratches and nicks the bumper cover had.
0 2013/04/16 09:11:54
I removed the trunk lid to repair the hail damage. After alot of elbow grease I reinstalled it with no fitment problems.
I removed the trunk lid to repair the hail damage. After alot of elbow grease I reinstalled it with no fitment problems.
0 2013/04/16 09:11:54
Removed all the emblems. The only one that will be replaced when repainted is the Hyundai emblem in the middle of the trunk lid.
Removed all the emblems. The only one that will be replaced when repainted is the Hyundai emblem in the middle of the trunk lid.
0 2013/04/16 09:11:54
After installing the Insynerator Bullit muffler behind the cat the Insynerator 2-Chambered mufflers had to go. Sold them to a friend and he is happy with them.
After installing the Insynerator Bullit muffler behind the cat the Insynerator 2-Chambered mufflers had to go. Sold them to a friend and he is happy with them.
0 2013/04/14 10:15:40
The tail lights was smoked but the police in Texas are starting to crack down so I removed the sprayed on tint but left it black along the borders. LED bulbs will be added to improve the looks and function.
The tail lights was smoked but the police in Texas are starting to crack down so I removed the sprayed on tint but left it black along the borders. LED bulbs will be added to improve the looks and function.
0 2013/03/20 12:42:21
After several attempts these lights are beyond restoring. New ones will be used with HID conversion kits installed.
After several attempts these lights are beyond restoring. New ones will be used with HID conversion kits installed.
0 2013/03/20 12:42:21
Next mod is a LED conversion of the tail lights but I need to remove the spray on tint. A easy way to remove it is with gasoline and a rag. It comes of easy and does't damage the lenses. It might take longer if you sprayed on clear coat to seal them but it will come off. Total time is 45 minutes on average or less.
Next mod is a LED conversion of the tail lights but I need to remove the spray on tint. A easy way to remove it is with gasoline and a rag. It comes of easy and does't damage the lenses. It might take longer if you sprayed on clear coat to seal them but it will come off. Total time is 45 minutes on average or less.
0 2013/02/02 14:00:16
SPC 1.5 Degree Adjustable Ball Joints #67190 (2000-pre 9/06 Hyundai Sonata/Kia Optima), #5.67195K (9/06-2010 Hyundai Sonata/Kia Optima)
SPC 1.5 Degree Adjustable Ball Joints #67190 (2000-pre 9/06 Hyundai Sonata/Kia Optima), #5.67195K (9/06-2010 Hyundai Sonata/Kia Optima)
0 2013/01/25 12:14:43
Eibach Pro Kit Lowering Springs #4240.140 (2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata, 1" Drop Front/Back)
Eibach Pro Kit Lowering Springs #4240.140 (2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata, 1" Drop Front/Back)
0 2013/01/25 12:14:43
Right muffler removed.
Right muffler removed.
0 2013/01/10 07:11:27
Left muffler removed.
Left muffler removed.
0 2013/01/10 07:11:27
Between the high flow cat and the y-pipe an Insynerator Bullit muffler was welded in. The final step is to remove the Insynerator 2-chambered mufflers and replace it with straight pipe and oval stainless steel tips.
Between the high flow cat and the y-pipe an Insynerator Bullit muffler was welded in. The final step is to remove the Insynerator 2-chambered mufflers and replace it with straight pipe and oval stainless steel tips.
0 2013/01/10 06:55:27
The Insynerator 2-Chambered Mufflers on my Sonata is interfering with the installation of my rear diffuser so they have to go. This is the Insynerator Bullit Chambered Muffler. It is gonna be mounted behind the high flow cat with straight pipe tails after the y in the back with stainless steel oval exhaust tips. With the 3.8 conversion, eBay headers, and bullet it should be a tad louder than my previous Insynerator setup. A vid on the new system will be made after this is installed in the morning.
The Insynerator 2-Chambered Mufflers on my Sonata is interfering with the installation of my rear diffuser so they have to go. This is the Insynerator Bullit Chambered Muffler. It is gonna be mounted behind the high flow cat with straight pipe tails after the y in the back with stainless steel oval exhaust tips. With the 3.8 conversion, eBay headers, and bullet it should be a tad louder than my previous Insynerator setup. A vid on the new system will be made after this is installed in the morning.
0 2013/01/09 21:35:18
The factory radio stopped working so I installed this unit from BOSS. The stereo with installation kit and wiring harness cost a total of $210. I intalled BOSS speakers in the doors for $40 a pair.
The factory radio stopped working so I installed this unit from BOSS. The stereo with installation kit and wiring harness cost a total of $210. I intalled BOSS speakers in the doors for $40 a pair.
0 2013/01/03 22:55:45
Using the original computer on the 3.8 triggered the check engine light so I disconnected the negative battery cable for 30 seconds and the computer reset. After a check for leaks I went for a round trip to Houston. (400 miles) So far no problem. Seem to fun stronger going uphill. Accelleration seam unchanged.
Using the original computer on the 3.8 triggered the check engine light so I disconnected the negative battery cable for 30 seconds and the computer reset. After a check for leaks I went for a round trip to Houston. (400 miles) So far no problem. Seem to fun stronger going uphill. Accelleration seam unchanged.
0 2012/12/30 14:20:26
The 3.8L is from a '08 Hyundai Azera Limited. Used the heads, intake, fuel rails, lines, and computer. My custom exhaust bolted up with no modifications.
The 3.8L is from a '08 Hyundai Azera Limited. Used the heads, intake, fuel rails, lines, and computer. My custom exhaust bolted up with no modifications.
0 2012/12/30 14:20:26
Transplanted a 3.8L V6 in place of the 3.3L V6 it orginally had in it. Straight bolt in with some donor parts off the original engine.
Transplanted a 3.8L V6 in place of the 3.3L V6 it orginally had in it. Straight bolt in with some donor parts off the original engine.
0 2012/12/30 14:20:26
A shot of the front wheel clearance after installing Eibach's discontinued Series 1 Pro Kit lowering springs. Total drop is 2.5 inches which produce a nice rake to the stance of the car. The new version of the Pro Kit only lower the car one inch and there is no Sportline springs for the NF Sonata. Had clearance problems with the adjustable ball joints hitting the shock towers but notching them solved the problem. Rubbing is minor and only at full wheel lock with 4 people in the car. Handles great and not bouncy like other springs.
A shot of the front wheel clearance after installing Eibach's discontinued Series 1 Pro Kit lowering springs. Total drop is 2.5 inches which produce a nice rake to the stance of the car. The new version of the Pro Kit only lower the car one inch and there is no Sportline springs for the NF Sonata. Had clearance problems with the adjustable ball joints hitting the shock towers but notching them solved the problem. Rubbing is minor and only at full wheel lock with 4 people in the car. Handles great and not bouncy like other springs.
0 2012/10/19 17:28:56
Closeup of the rear wheel gap after installing Eibach's Pro Kit lowering springs and upgrading one wheel size to a 17" alloys. Total drop is 2 inches after 1000 miles to break them in. No rubbing even with a full car and loaded trunk.
Closeup of the rear wheel gap after installing Eibach's Pro Kit lowering springs and upgrading one wheel size to a 17" alloys. Total drop is 2 inches after 1000 miles to break them in. No rubbing even with a full car and loaded trunk.
0 2012/10/19 17:28:56
It's now sealed til I put a metal or plastic dome over the whole later this week.
It's now sealed til I put a metal or plastic dome over the whole later this week.
0 2012/08/21 11:05:35
A little coat of paint and it should be fine til I start working on paint and body next. Will weld a dome over the hole later.
A little coat of paint and it should be fine til I start working on paint and body next. Will weld a dome over the hole later.
0 2012/08/21 11:05:35
Primered the left shock tower to prep it for paint.
Primered the left shock tower to prep it for paint.
0 2012/08/21 09:47:43
Throwing on some primer to prevent rust before painting.
Throwing on some primer to prevent rust before painting.
0 2012/08/21 09:47:43
The left shock tower is trimmed fixing the clearance problems of ball joints hitting the shock tower from the bottom.
The left shock tower is trimmed fixing the clearance problems of ball joints hitting the shock tower from the bottom.
0 2012/08/21 09:47:43
The result after a little trim with a blow torch. The bottoming problem with the ball joint is fixed!
The result after a little trim with a blow torch. The bottoming problem with the ball joint is fixed!
0 2012/08/21 09:41:38
One shock tower trimmed. Now working on the other side.
One shock tower trimmed. Now working on the other side.
0 2012/08/21 09:41:38
Fixing the clearance problems with the adjustable ball joints at the local muffler shop by trimming a circle in the shock tower.
Fixing the clearance problems with the adjustable ball joints at the local muffler shop by trimming a circle in the shock tower.
0 2012/08/21 09:41:38
Another pic of the new color of the engine cover. I think all engine covers should be color-matched to the car.
Another pic of the new color of the engine cover. I think all engine covers should be color-matched to the car.
1 2012/07/29 23:46:18
The color change made a world of difference under the hood and all together it only ran under $35! I might do some more under the hood but for right now that is enough.
The color change made a world of difference under the hood and all together it only ran under $35! I might do some more under the hood but for right now that is enough.
1 2012/07/29 23:46:18
After it dried 5 hours I put the emblems back on and with a drop of Crazy Glue on each peg I don't have to worry about them coming off.
After it dried 5 hours I put the emblems back on and with a drop of Crazy Glue on each peg I don't have to worry about them coming off.
0 2012/07/29 23:29:30
This is after two coats of flat white Krylon paint and two coats of Krylon clear coating to protect it from peeling and flaking.
This is after two coats of flat white Krylon paint and two coats of Krylon clear coating to protect it from peeling and flaking.
0 2012/07/29 23:29:30
To freshen up the looks of the car under the hood I decided to repaint the engine cover. Since I'm gonna repaint the car back the original white it was the only sensible color to go with. The "V", "6", 3.3", and Hyundai emblems can be pryed off since they are held on with small pegs on the emplems and holes in the cover itself but they can easily break so I had to be careful. I already coated the engine cover with black primer after sanding it with 800-grit sand paper so it can stick. I started with my first of two coats of flat whit Krylon automotive spray can paint.
To freshen up the looks of the car under the hood I decided to repaint the engine cover. Since I'm gonna repaint the car back the original white it was the only sensible color to go with. The "V", "6", 3.3", and Hyundai emblems can be pryed off since they are held on with small pegs on the emplems and holes in the cover itself but they can easily break so I had to be careful. I already coated the engine cover with black primer after sanding it with 800-grit sand paper so it can stick. I started with my first of two coats of flat whit Krylon automotive spray can paint.
0 2012/07/29 23:29:30
This is a closeup of the Proline 17" wheels that I installed on my Sonata. Nothing fancy but looks good and sporty.
This is a closeup of the Proline 17" wheels that I installed on my Sonata. Nothing fancy but looks good and sporty.
0 2012/05/18 12:24:30
Another angle of my Sonata GLS with Proline 17" alloy light weight wheels and Falken Z-rated tires. The Eibach Pro-Kit springs give the car a slight rake but with the wheels and tires it looks really good.
Another angle of my Sonata GLS with Proline 17" alloy light weight wheels and Falken Z-rated tires. The Eibach Pro-Kit springs give the car a slight rake but with the wheels and tires it looks really good.
0 2012/05/18 12:11:21
I didn't want to go over the top with wheel size since this is my daily driver so I went with the stock size of 17" Proline Alloy Ultra-Lite Wheels with Falken P225-50R17 V-Rated Tires. The Eibach Pro-Kit springs tuck the tires in nicely without tire rub.
I didn't want to go over the top with wheel size since this is my daily driver so I went with the stock size of 17" Proline Alloy Ultra-Lite Wheels with Falken P225-50R17 V-Rated Tires. The Eibach Pro-Kit springs tuck the tires in nicely without tire rub.
0 2012/05/18 12:11:21
With the drivetrain and suspension completed it's time for cosmetics. I decided to tint the tail lights using 2 coats of Krylon Tail Light Tint Spray and 2 coats of Krylon Clear Coat Spray. It's pitch black but the lights shine through for legal use on the street.
With the drivetrain and suspension completed it's time for cosmetics. I decided to tint the tail lights using 2 coats of Krylon Tail Light Tint Spray and 2 coats of Krylon Clear Coat Spray. It's pitch black but the lights shine through for legal use on the street.
0 2012/05/08 22:14:49
Tinted but the light passes through with no problem. I'm happy with the results.
Tinted but the light passes through with no problem. I'm happy with the results.
0 2012/05/08 22:14:49
I have a slight toe-out when I had the alignment done but I have no problem with tire wear or handling with the stock 16" allow wheels and tires but I'm upgrading to 18's and Dunlop z-rated rubber so I had to get an alignment kit from Eibach. These adjustable ball joints should fix the problem when I install these tomorrow. (Stock #5.67195K) Note: This kit did not fit my car. There was a difference between '06-early '07 Sonatas and mid '07-'10 Sonata. Since mine was made in early '07 I had to go with Duralast adjustable ball joints for the Honda Civics. They fit but then I had a clearance problem with them hitting the shock tower bit a simple hole trimmed in the tower fixed that. Since I reported the problem with Eibach the took back the ball joints free of charge and gave me a full refund. They also updated their website and no longer off these parts for early NF Sonatas.
I have a slight toe-out when I had the alignment done but I have no problem with tire wear or handling with the stock 16" allow wheels and tires but I'm upgrading to 18's and Dunlop z-rated rubber so I had to get an alignment kit from Eibach. These adjustable ball joints should fix the problem when I install these tomorrow. (Stock #5.67195K) Note: This kit did not fit my car. There was a difference between '06-early '07 Sonatas and mid '07-'10 Sonata. Since mine was made in early '07 I had to go with Duralast adjustable ball joints for the Honda Civics. They fit but then I had a clearance problem with them hitting the shock tower bit a simple hole trimmed in the tower fixed that. Since I reported the problem with Eibach the took back the ball joints free of charge and gave me a full refund. They also updated their website and no longer off these parts for early NF Sonatas.
0 2012/04/18 21:16:28
After 1200 highway miles the Eibach Pro-Line springs settled in and dropped an additional 1/4 of an inch! The ride loosened up too so it isn't bouncy anymore but it handles like it's on rails! The ride should only improve once I swap the factory 16" allows for some 18's, better rubber, brakes, and a strut tower brace.
After 1200 highway miles the Eibach Pro-Line springs settled in and dropped an additional 1/4 of an inch! The ride loosened up too so it isn't bouncy anymore but it handles like it's on rails! The ride should only improve once I swap the factory 16" allows for some 18's, better rubber, brakes, and a strut tower brace.
0 2012/04/13 17:36:23
Leaving the parts store with Gabriel Gold struts/shocks and a set of Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs! The was easy to install and turned out great. More work to come!
Leaving the parts store with Gabriel Gold struts/shocks and a set of Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs! The was easy to install and turned out great. More work to come!
0 2012/02/11 16:36:18