Topic: Evolution of a Fusion - Geist's Mod Thread **New Floating Grill Mod 8/30/10 (Read 5102 times)

Geist · « **Reply #90 on:** May 26, 2010, 01:00:38 PM »

Quote from: The Only MTS on May 26, 2010, 10:57:11 AM

Shit.... now I am going to have to do this.... great, thanks for making me want another upgrade Did you use a harness, any BOW?

LMAO, you know it never ends! at least this one is cheap and easy, this set only costs $30! No harness needed, and no BOWs either! I'd suggest getting a kit with the older fat ballasts though, lots of peeps i questioned said they are more reliable.

Quote from: Gravey on May 26, 2010, 11:00:32 AM

Perfect colour, I too went with the 6000k's and they look great. Those totally change the look of the car for the better.

Where did you mount the ballasts? fender? I've had trouble getting them to stay stuck. Also how was the passenger side install?

Thanks Gravey, I agree that 6000K may give the best compromise between looks and usable performance. I went ahead and mounted the ballasts to the flattest area on the inner fenders that I could find, not real sure how well they are gonna stay. If they fall off I may try replacing the adhesive with 3M instead.

The Only MTS · « **Reply #91 on:** May 26, 2010, 06:36:18 PM »

I agree with reliability, I had a set of large "non-digital" ballasts for 5 years in my Mazda... not issue. Had a set of DDM for not even 5 months and the ballasts fried.

Geist · « **Reply #92 on:** May 28, 2010, 01:50:36 PM »

Just purchased my next mod today, this is one I've been wanting to do for a loooong time! Won't say what it is, it'll have to be a surprise!

I can't wait for it to arrive...!

acedeuce802 · « **Reply #93 on:** May 28, 2010, 01:53:47 PM »

Quote from: Geist on May 28, 2010, 01:50:36 PM

Just purchased my next mod today, this is one I've been wanting to do for a loooong time! Won't say what it is, it'll have to be a surprise!

I can't wait for it to arrive...!

Ahh tell us!! You know you want to

Can't wait to see whatever it is

Shansen120 · « **Reply #94 on:** May 28, 2010, 01:54:41 PM »

Quote from: Geist on May 28, 2010, 01:50:36 PM

Just purchased my next mod today, this is one I've been wanting to do for a loooong time! Won't say what it is, it'll have to be a surprise!

I can't wait for it to arrive...!

Of course you would do this to us...
You get a great mod and make us wait in anticipation, but hey i have no complaint because every mod you have done to your car looks great! and cant wait to see what you do next!

Geist · « **Reply #95 on:** May 28, 2010, 01:59:09 PM »

Quote from: acedeuce802 on May 28, 2010, 01:53:47 PM

Ahh tell us!! You know you want to Can't wait to see whatever it is

Quote from: Shansen120 on May 28, 2010, 01:54:41 PM

Of course you would do this to us...
You get a great mod and make us wait in anticipation, but hey i have no complaint because every mod you have done to your car looks great! and cant wait to see what you do next!

You're right Ace, I'm dyin' to spill, but I'll try to hold off. i may not succeed haha!

Shansen, thanks bruh! I hope you guys like it, I hope I do too...

The only hint I'll give is that it's something that no one here at FFC has done, AFAIK... which, if you've learned anything about me over the years I've been here, was a big factor in my decision to do this.

Geist · « **Reply #96 on:** June 10, 2010, 01:17:24 PM »

Alright, my next mod arrived yesterday afternoon, and my buddy and I installed them last night! It was too dark to take pics so I had to wait until this morning, I could barely sleep!

I have striven over the years to choose unique and original modifications for my Fusion that will allow my car to have it's own identity. So that when someone sees my ride, they'll say, "Yup, that's GEIST's Fusion." To me, this is a very important facet of modding your car, put your own spin on it and make it your own. One of my motto's in life is one of the main principles of Bruce Lee's martial art, Jeet Kun Do:

"Absorb what is Useful, Discard what is Useless, and Add what is Inherently Your Own."

The original vision for my car was to combine the 3dCarbon front lip with the Street Scene side skirts for the longest time...

but lately the more I'd seen the 2010 Sports, the more I fell in love with the clean look and stylish design of the side skirts they come with... so I changed my plan and went with something unique, something no one has yet to do, and I'm pleased with the outcome!

Presenting what I believe are the first ever pics of the 2010 Sport Side Skirts on a First Generation Fusion!

Shansen120 · « **Reply #97 on:** June 10, 2010, 01:26:40 PM »

I really love your car!!!
It is so unique! and amazing!
Great work!!!

acedeuce802 · « **Reply #98 on:** June 10, 2010, 01:40:53 PM »

Wow Geist, that looks great with the 3dcarbon front lip! Great job, very unique, must feel good to have the first 1st gen with them!

20louie06 · « **Reply #99 on:** June 10, 2010, 01:42:40 PM »

Those skirts look pretty good.

If I ever see your car in person I'll now for sure that it's yours.
Are going to re-do your taillamps?

Geist · « **Reply #100 on:** June 10, 2010, 01:46:38 PM »

Thanks shansen, ace, luis! i really like how they seem to match the 3dC lip perfectly. yup, i need some more niteshade spray for my tails, i ran out! that's the only downfall to using VHT, having to reapply every so often.

The Only MTS · « **Reply #101 on:** June 10, 2010, 02:25:01 PM »

Shouldn't have to if you clear coat over it

Geist · « **Reply #102 on:** June 10, 2010, 03:05:09 PM »

funny thing is i did! i put three layers of clearcoat, maybe i wash my car too much! haha!

BlackFusion07 · « **Reply #103 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:28:35 AM »

I can't believe I haven't posted in here yet! As much time as I spend admiring your car, and especially tail lights

, one would think I would have at least said something haha.

Before I go any further, does anyone see the comparison between Geist's car and the rear of a GTO?

Anyways, I admire your car and work Geist. All these "small" mods really make a huge difference. Now I need to muster up the courage and think of something for my taillights!

Shansen120 · « **Reply #104 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:31:05 AM »

I like Geists car better

But i have to say Geist your car keeps getting better every time i look at it

BlackFusion07 · « **Reply #105 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:35:59 AM »

Quote from: Shansen120 on June 22, 2010, 09:31:05 AM

I like Geists car better

But i have to say Geist your car keeps getting better every time i look at it

As do I Mr. Shansen. Definitely the most aggressive looking rear shot I have and probably will ever see on a Fusion. I know for a fact that if we started a "nicest a$$ thread" Geist would close that thread in a second

Shansen120 · « **Reply #106 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:38:13 AM »

Quote from: BlackFusion07 on June 22, 2010, 09:35:59 AM

Quote from: Shansen120 on June 22, 2010, 09:31:05 AM
I like Geists car better

But i have to say Geist your car keeps getting better every time i look at it

As do I Mr. Shansen. Definitely the most aggressive looking rear shot I have and probably will ever see on a Fusion. I know for a fact that if we started a "nicest a$$ thread" Geist would close that thread in a second

Haha i would have to agree with everything you just said

BlackFusion07 · « **Reply #107 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:39:46 AM »

Or we start one and don't tell Geist

Shansen120 · « **Reply #108 on:** June 22, 2010, 09:42:25 AM »

Oh he will find out

The Only MTS · « **Reply #109 on:** June 22, 2010, 10:37:41 AM »

Start one.....

I want in...

Shansen120 · « **Reply #110 on:** June 22, 2010, 10:46:53 AM »

Im going to start one

it has been started

Geist · « **Reply #111 on:** June 24, 2010, 10:06:22 AM »

wow, thanks so much for the awesome compliments fellas! made my day!

there's nothing better than the approval of your peers, means a lot! so where's this rear end thread...

btw, blackfusion, i never noticed the similarities to the GTO rear, that's kinda neat! i've actually for a long time been contemplating doing the area above the exhaust in a dark grey like that... what do y'all think?

BlackFusion07 · « **Reply #112 on:** June 24, 2010, 10:50:48 AM »

Quote from: Geist on June 24, 2010, 10:06:22 AM

wow, thanks so much for the awesome compliments fellas! made my day!

there's nothing better than the approval of your peers, means a lot! so where's this rear end thread...

btw, blackfusion, i never noticed the similarities to the GTO rear, that's kinda neat! i've actually for a long time been contemplating doing the area above the exhaust in a dark grey like that... what do y'all think?

I was trying to picture the same thing when I posted the picture. The reason why the GTO pulls it off is the smoked tail lights. Without something else to "clash" with the gray, it would look out of place in my opinion.