Recent content by chrisbagnell

Recent Updates Return to Directory It has been a little while since my last update, so here are a few things I have done recently. Hood Scoop Years ago I Plasti Dipped the hood scoop and then painted over the Plasti Dip. Over time it started cracking pretty badly and the paint was beginning...

Recent Updates Return to Directory It has been a while since I last posted here, so I figured I would throw together a few updates from the past couple of years: Remote Start I installed remote start a few months ago, and it has honestly been one of my favorite upgrades so far since it is...

OEM Idler Pullies just crapped out on me. They started to make a loud noise whenever the engine is running and its bothering the hell out of me. I am not sure which one it is, but I might as well take this as an opportunity to replace all of them If I am in there. I see it is much cheaper to...

Broken Rear Sway Bar End Link Return to Directory I have been hearing a loud clunk the past few days driving and more specifically turning. It has been intermittent but I knew something was not right. Finally got it located to the driver side rear with my head out the window driving and found...

Coverlay Install Return to Directory Installed this a few weeks ago. My dash has been cracked for years but this summer my car has been parked in direct sunlight and it's gotten much worse. I picked up a Coverlay for ~$120 and installed it. It was not a perfect fit. Corners of the dash were...

Installed Nissan USB-A/USB-C port, made a quick write up <a href="!297663!4th-gen-t4rs/297663-cbrs-build-thread.html#post3808222">on my build page</a> <a href="https://imgur.com/lavc8fg"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/lavc8fgl.jpg" title="source: imgur.com" /></a>

Installed Nissan USB-A/USB-C port, made a quick write up <a href="!297663!4th-gen-t4rs/297663-cbrs-build-thread.html#post3808222">on my build page</a> <a href="https://imgur.com/NTVxCtP"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/NTVxCtPl.jpg" title="source: imgur.com" /></a>

Rear Seat USB-C Port Install Return to Directory I was in the backseat of a new Chevrolet a few weeks ago and saw USB-A and USB-C ports on the back of the center console and have not been able to get the idea out of my head. So I browsed for a few hours and found the perfect part for the...

How did you manage to get the moving lines? I have a Kenwood DDX9905S. Just purchased this to install in the back of center console for second row charging <a href="https://imgur.com/LMSNsIx"><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LMSNsIxm.jpg" title="source: imgur.com" /></a>

I have been looking at features newer cars have a lot more as of late and want to add them to the 4th gen. Some examples are USB-C Charging, wireless charging, newer center console, 5th gen steering wheel, etc. Upgrades that will modernize the interior of the 4th Gen. What modern/5th gen...

The Head Gasket Chronicles Return to Directory I made a separate thread for discussing my headgasket issues which can be found here: Stealership just quoted me $7,000 for headgasket on 2004. I went to my local Toyota dealership after 4 Blackstone Oil change reports stating there were traces of...

Reminds me of my rear frame replacement. I took a deep look at my frame after replacing that section and found a lot of the drainage holes were blocked. Now I make it a yearly task to do a once over, clean out holes, and POR/fluid film it up. The body on mine is in perfect condition as well...

I used a coated metal hanger for two reasons: it was the only one I could find with roughly the same thickness as the OEM rod, and the coating helps prevent rust and corrosion. It took a little bit of tinkering to get the bends just right, but it's been working for months without any issues. I...

Got the call this morning from the shop I dropped my truck off at, expecting it to be confirmation on headgasket and estimated bill. They told me they spent the past few days diagnosing, did a full leakdown test as well as stuck a camera down the cylinder heads and found no signs of headgasket...

Yea I am staying away from rebuilt engines, mine is running great minus the small leak. I am going to drive it tonight and see how its running. Taking to shop tomorrow! I appreciate your input. I am sure the mechanic was just trying to tell me every possible way it could go wrong, however I...