View Full Version : Appearance mods & performance mods :):)


Lotus49
12-17-06, 10:11 PM
I need alot of your guy's advice and help

Ok, here is what i want to get for my CTS 3.6

Interior-

Cadillac Embroidered Head rests, DVD Nav--factory? (can i put this in myself?)
Cadillac Embroidered floormats,

Performance-

Quad tip exhuast (who makes that) a full system.? ...Chip??? intake.

I have a little extra money to spend so what else can i do for engine performance?


-Exterior

V bumper, HID's ,Sport wing(rear), Can i get a sunroof put in the rear of the car for the ppl in the back seat? If both sunroof's fold upward and not back into the body? RIMS!!! Nothing like 20's or anything drastic, No chrome or anything, just some aggressive sport rims.


Anything else u think i should add?

thanks

Kris

Flyin-Ryan
12-17-06, 10:27 PM
Anything else u think i should add?
Kris

Hover conversion?? jk. You sure did list a lot of stuff. The exhaust your thinking of is the Corsa kit.

You should get the Volant intake.

All your interior stuff sounds good and yes you can do the Nav install yourself. Very easy.

Lotus49
12-17-06, 10:36 PM
hehe i didnt add anything yet:) i was making a list:)

1. Volant intake
2. Corsa Exuast
3. ?

xocomaox
12-17-06, 10:48 PM
Might as well replace all the lights (exterior and interior) with LEDs.

Lotus49
12-17-06, 10:51 PM
Might as well replace all the lights (exterior and interior) with LEDs.


thats not a bad idea, the headlights are already HID's . But interior lights... any more info?

rblimas
12-17-06, 11:29 PM
thats not a bad idea, the headlights are already HID's . But interior lights... any more info?

neon in the grill

Lotus49
12-17-06, 11:30 PM
..lol

jonnyd
12-18-06, 09:11 AM
, Can i get a sunroof put in the rear of the car for the ppl in the back seat? If both sunroof's fold upward and not back into the body?


are you serious with this??? Never heard of anything like this...sounds kind of weird...but post pics if you get it done!!!

If I were you, I would hit the performance mods first, then move onto the styling mods.

Lotus49
12-18-06, 01:09 PM
Might be possible, I was thinking about it and maybe its not such a good idea, too much time and money. But a Dual sunroof idea itself is good, maybe just not on a CTS. Im still looking at more HP, So far its just Voltan CAI and Corsa exhuast. Anyone else know about adding alot ore power?

Im working on a DVD Nav system now with the dealership. Does the Nav unit replace what is broken on the car now? And will i still have some of the vehicle info?


http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/4956/dscn4150ug5.th.jpg (http://img96.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscn4150ug5.jpg)

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/2941/dscn4149ww1.th.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscn4149ww1.jpg)

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 01:22 PM
Wow! You smashed that good.

Umm also could you tone the picture down just a tad hahahaahahahahaahaha!

Lotus49
12-18-06, 01:30 PM
http://img334.imageshack.us/img334/7681/untitledev5.jpg

thats what i want, can i put that in a stock CTS

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 01:39 PM
I want those chrome rings around the speedo etc

RobertCTS
12-18-06, 01:40 PM
You're talking about the OEM Navigation system. Several of us have installed it. The install is fairly easy. The cost used is $700 to $1000. You can usually get $75-$85 by selling your 6 CD radio.

RobertCTS
12-18-06, 01:41 PM
I want those chrome rings around the speedo etc

That's a CTS-V Dash you friggin' POSER!:histeric:

FlyFlip420
12-18-06, 01:48 PM
That also doesnt look like the display of our stock navis......is that possibly a new one??? anyone enlarge it with any clarity??

jonnyd
12-18-06, 01:53 PM
hey man, try not to crack your display next time you get beat by a V.....control that temper!!! :D

Lotus49
12-18-06, 02:13 PM
http://www.cadillac.com/cadillacjsp/model/gallery.jsp?model=ctsv&year=2007&primary=4&secondary=1


thats where i got the pic from. But if its not exact... I just want something to replace the lense and that open black dash part

Lotus49
12-18-06, 02:13 PM
hey man, try not to crack your display next time you get beat by a V.....control that temper!!! :D


:want: :want: lol
I got off the phone with the dealership, They told me 3000!!!! for a Nav unit.!!!!! Where are you guys getting you'r's. also, i only have a single disc:(. But 1000 is a great price for an oem nav

RobertCTS
12-18-06, 02:31 PM
:want: :want: lol
I got off the phone with the dealership, They told me 3000!!!! for a Nav unit.!!!!! Where are you guys getting you'r's. also, i only have a single disc:(. But 1000 is a great price for an oem nav

I bet they don't know how to do it! A special VSS wire has to be used as it's not plug & play. Most service departments have said it can't be done. $1000 is average but not great.

Does $3000 include the antenna and the #6 DVD maps?

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 02:31 PM
My nav was only 300 on ebay. Every time Robert posts Nav prices he always starts at 700. Not sure why. Maybe because its more rare to find them sub 700.

Ive never made any poser comments on this site btw. I dont have a single v item on my car currently. Im sure youre just kidding. im just saying. I would actually like an all brush metal trim around all the gauges. not just thin rings. Ive looking into getting a shop by me to cut me one. Should be nice. We'll see

RobertCTS
12-18-06, 02:40 PM
My nav was only 300 on ebay. Every time Robert posts Nav prices he always starts at 700. Not sure why. Maybe because its more rare to find them sub 700.

Ive never made any poser comments on this site btw. I dont have a single v item on my car currently. Im sure youre just kidding. im just saying. I would actually like an all brush metal trim around all the gauges. not just thin rings. Ive looking into getting a shop by me to cut me one. Should be nice. We'll see

I was just playin' with you Ryan. The chrome bezels do look nice but they ruin it for us with that damn CTS-V logo.

$700 is what I paid for a NAV. I posted once and started at $500 and the the guys pointed out that was misleading members as very few could be bought for that. So now I start at $700 where I got mine, including the #6 DVD maps and antenna. Your's was a steal at $300 :)

Lotus49
12-18-06, 02:44 PM
it was about 3000 Plus the disc, and it was plug and play pretty much, he said i might have to bring it in for the Body control modual to be reprogrammed.


Robert, how do i get nav units from you?

RobertCTS
12-18-06, 02:58 PM
it was about 3000 Plus the disc, and it was plug and play pretty much, he said i might have to bring it in for the Body control modual to be reprogrammed.


Wait. robert. i want one

The only thing that needs reprogrammed is the NAV itself. It has to be cleared for your CTS or it will think it has been stolen and will not operate. They use a Tech II tool. Charge varies from free to $100.

That dealer was blowing smoke at you!!

Lotus49
12-18-06, 03:05 PM
Reading a few posts, it seems like u have some for sale?

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 03:07 PM
I got ya Robert. Youre right it would be miss leading. I sure was blessed with my find, and the deal I got on the antenna ;)

I didnt realize the V trim had a logo. I would not get it then.

gothicaleigh
12-18-06, 03:14 PM
The new clusters come with the chrome rings too (the cars since the extra wood was added to the console). You don't have to get one with a V=

onephatguy
12-18-06, 03:15 PM
I need alot of your guy's advice and help

Ok, here is what i want to get for my CTS 3.6

Interior-

Cadillac Embroidered Head rests, DVD Nav--factory? (can i put this in myself?)
Cadillac Embroidered floormats,

Performance-

Quad tip exhuast (who makes that) a full system.? ...Chip??? intake.

I have a little extra money to spend so what else can i do for engine performance?


-Exterior

V bumper, HID's ,Sport wing(rear), Can i get a sunroof put in the rear of the car for the ppl in the back seat? If both sunroof's fold upward and not back into the body? RIMS!!! Nothing like 20's or anything drastic, No chrome or anything, just some aggressive sport rims.


Anything else u think i should add?

thanks

Kris

Got your myspace message. Robert and Dubbed Stealth have a lot of knowledge to share as well. Checking out my cardomain page gives you an idea of how most of the mods will look.

urbanski
12-18-06, 03:20 PM
poser nazi makes an appearance :p

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 03:21 PM
The new clusters come with the chrome rings too (the cars since the extra wood was added to the console). You don't have to get one with a V=

Thanks! Ohh and a huge thanks to you for my hoodie! It is awesome. DId you take any pictures of it? My camera doesnt do it justice. You need to post some because it will be a hit!

Lotus49
12-18-06, 03:21 PM
Yeah they are pretty nice:) My car is comming back from the bodyshop with a new paintjob wed. And i have a little bit of insurance money left over, so i really want to add some nice things, I found a place for the floor mats, That engine cover is nice. But i really want more power, and a nav unit.

jonnyd
12-18-06, 03:23 PM
The new clusters come with the chrome rings too (the cars since the extra wood was added to the console). You don't have to get one with a V=


Damnit!!! why didnt you tell me this earlier!!!! :mad: I just bought a 04 cluster, if i would have known the new ones came out with the chrome ring i would have waited!! SOB!!!!!!!

Lotus49
12-18-06, 03:42 PM
grrr 2 more posts and i can PM

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 03:44 PM
grrr 2 more posts and i can PM

Whats your name?

Whats your favorite color?

Lotus49
12-18-06, 03:53 PM
Kris

And i want rims like urs

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 03:54 PM
Kris

And i want rims like urs

Thanks!!!!:) Im glad you like them. One more post!

Lotus49
12-18-06, 03:56 PM
What kind are they.

LUVMY04V
12-18-06, 04:09 PM
What kind are they.
fitty posts biatch :highfive:

Lotus49
12-18-06, 04:12 PM
50.. wow i feel old

Lotus49
12-18-06, 05:05 PM
So where can i get. Nav unit, and please,,,, someone,,, more HP !!!!! (besides IAC and exhuast)

gothicaleigh
12-18-06, 06:06 PM
Whats your name?

Whats your favorite color?

What is your quest?



:p

Flyin-Ryan
12-18-06, 10:43 PM
What is your quest?

:p

I was wondering if anyone would get that. good job!

Ohh and my wheels are Konigs (sideways) 18"

LBRSUPRA1
12-19-06, 12:51 PM
Damnit i want Navi, but i have a wood trim. Would i have to cut that to install?

LBRSUPRA1
12-19-06, 12:52 PM
If its $3k why dont people just get the aftermarket pioneer deck?

onephatguy
12-19-06, 02:43 PM
Damnit i want Navi, but i have a wood trim. Would i have to cut that to install?

No, you wouldn't have to cut your wood trim. The 06,07 nav units come with the wood trim. It is almost plug and play.

Lotus49
12-19-06, 02:59 PM
If its $3k why dont people just get the aftermarket pioneer deck?

becasue i dont want to spend 3k on a nav. Besides, it wont fit like oem/factory

Flyin-Ryan
12-19-06, 03:02 PM
becasue i dont want to spend 3k on a nav. Besides, it wont fit like oem/factory

I think Darkwing would differ with that