Modification is to make the car more suitable for you, not to blindly pursue “showmanship”. Start with a small goal and explore step by step, and your car will eventually become unique.
Wheels and Tires
Wheels and tires are the basis for improving handling and appearance, and are the most intuitive and effective parts of modifications.
wheels and tires are the basis for improving handling and appearance, and are their OST intuitive and effective parts of modifications.
Choose wheels that match the original car’s hole spacing and ET value (offset); the tire size must be adapted to the wheels to avoid rubbing against the wheel arches. Newbies can give priority to aluminum alloy wheels and all-season tires for daily use.
Brake system upgrade
The original brakes often cannot meet the needs of intense driving, and upgrading the brake system is a must for performance modification.
Replace high-performance brake pads (such as ceramic or carbon fiber materials) and perforated and scored brake discs for better heat dissipation; if the budget is sufficient, upgrade to a multi-piston caliper kit.
Suspension
Balancing comfort and control, the suspension system determines the driving quality of the vehicle.
Short springs (to lower the vehicle body height) or coilover shock absorbers (adjustable height and damping) can avoid lowering the vehicle body too much, otherwise the vehicle’s passability will be reduced and the suspension geometry will be unbalanced.
Exhaust system
Release the potential of sound and power. Exhaust modification can not only optimize exhaust efficiency, but also make your car “sound charming”
The tail exhaust is suitable for novices, easy to replace, and the noise is controllable; the full exhaust needs to be adjusted with the ECU, and it is recommended to use it later.
Avoid choosing an exhaust that is too loud, as this may violate noise regulations.
Body reinforcement
Increasing the rigidity of the vehicle body and installing a top bar (tower top balance bar), chassis reinforcement rods, etc. can reduce cornering roll and improve handling precision.
Front top bar, easy to install and effective. Suitable for mountain roads or track driving, limited improvement for daily commuting.
Lighting upgrade
Taking both safety and aesthetics into consideration, the original halogen lamps are not bright enough, and upgrading to LED or xenon headlights can significantly improve night vision.
Choose lights with a color temperature not exceeding 6000K and keep the original car lenses to avoid astigmatism.
Interior upgrades
Personalized and comfortable experience, detailed modifications such as steering wheel, seats, instrument decoration, etc. can enhance driving pleasure.
Suede steering wheel cover, sports seat lumbar support. But avoid excessive installation of electronic equipment to prevent excessive circuit load.
Cooling system
The key to protecting the engine is that intense driving or high temperatures in summer can easily cause the engine to overheat. Upgrading cooling accessories can extend its life.
Replace the high-performance water tank or install an oil cooler. Clean the radiator dust regularly and check the coolant level.
Modification Notes: Must-Read for Newbies
Check local regulations before modification to avoid illegal changes (such as exhaust, lighting).
From easy to difficult, first upgrade safety-related parts such as tires and brakes.
Reserve 20% of the budget for installation and debugging to avoid “affording the product but not being able to install it properly”.
Modified parts need to be adapted to the original vehicle parameters, and professional technicians should be consulted if necessary.
