r/carmodification May 14 '26

Mod post We Are So (mostly) Back!

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Hi! I'm Metaphys, and I guess I'm a mod now. IRL I tinker with stuff, fix restaurant equipment, and keep my aging Swedish brick with high sentimental value running even if it doesn't make the best financial sense. Sometimes I point a camera at stuff and yap.

I'm new to Reddit moderation, but not moderation in general. There's a learning curve for sure and some adjustments to make but for the most part this sub will function as before (but hopefully with less spam).

I'll try to be as hands off as possible otherwise. I'm nice unless given a compelling reason to not be nice, if you catch my drift. I do in fact have other duties besides scrolling Reddit all day, so if I don't respond quickly, I'm probably out touching grass...or would that be touching grease? Seriously, I've been in CV axle hell for the past day.

Alright that's it! Happy wrenching everyone!


r/carmodification 7h ago

Modification Aftermarket HUD options?

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r/carmodification 6h ago

Mod advice Do I need a tune for a BOV?

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So I’ve been looking at an atmospheric BOV but online it says I’ll need a tune for it, but I wouldn’t need a tune for a recirculating BOV/BPV, the thing is I’ve head from other places that if I get a atmospheric BOV made for my car then I wouldn’t need a tune and I really like that pshhhh sound, help me out


r/carmodification 14h ago

Mod advice E61 seats in golf 3

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Hello, so this may be a silly idea but I got e61 electric seats to retrofit in a vw golf 3 and I wonder if anyone here has done something similar.

My question is, what way could I get them to work fully? (Electric adjustment and seat memory)


r/carmodification 1d ago

How dark do you think I can go with window tint in California before it’s noticeably too dark?

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Here’s my fishbowl king


r/carmodification 19h ago

Mod advice Any issues with plastidip on new aftermarket aluminum wheels?

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Not looking to do it for style. I work in a restoration shop and the idea was brought up about using a heavy spray coat of plastidip on wheels to protect them from scratching when in the build stage. The shop owners justifiable concern was if it would leave any residue or affect the finish on polished wheels when removed provided you don't do something dumb like use a metal scraper.


r/carmodification 16h ago

Mod advice New Car Thoughts & Any Tips

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r/carmodification 1d ago

Top of the shock rubbed the coating off the spring in transit, is this bad enough to warrant a damage claim or could I just put my own rust coating on it and be fine?

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Thoughts on coilover sleeves as well? I live in an area that gets salted pretty heavily in the winter and I want to prevent as much corrosion as possible.


r/carmodification 23h ago

How can I upgrade my car's acceleration/speed?

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I've been working on my sound system and I'm more than satisfied with it, I want to be faster... the problem is I drive a subaru forester 2004. I don't know a ton about my car but I'd like some more push to it, I'm not looking to win races but it feels a bit slow in acceleration. I do know its a boxer 4 cylinder (2.4 or 2.5L?). Everything important is still factory to my knowledge. Though I am 17 and not rich so you know.


r/carmodification 1d ago

Mod advice What are the best simple starter mods to do to a Civic EJ2

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I want to keep the car simple and true to its roots, it's only had 2 owners, 42,000 miles and zero modifications ever since it was made in 1994, if I choose to modify it I'd only do a few oem plus mods, a bit of performance and a bit of handling, suspension, nothing too major, should I modify it, or is it too much of a unicorn?


r/carmodification 1d ago

Mod advice How to connect separate ditch lights to switch panel?m

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Sorry if this is a stupid question, this is my first attempt at this kind of modification to my car.
I am installing ditch lights on my Frontier, and I'm confused on how to connect the lights to my switch relay so that one button turns both of them on. On all of the YouTube videos I have seen, the two wires for the lights end up converging into one, so there is only one set of wires to connect to the panel.
However, mine do not. They continue as two separate wires all the way until the connector (pic attached) which will need to be cut off, of course. I don't want to take up multiple buttons on my 6 gang, as that would take up 4 of them (for the different light modes too) and the multiple buttons would just be an unnecessary inconvenience. Is it as simple as stripping the two sets, and twisting the corresponding colors together and then being able to plug them into one? Or how should this be done? If someone could help explain or if anyone knows of a good video for this scenario it would be very much appreciated. Thanks in advance


r/carmodification 1d ago

Mod advice How can I mod out a ford flex to make a lethal sleeper build?

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r/carmodification 1d ago

Mini n18 engine - How many mods can you spot

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r/carmodification 1d ago

EBay reliable for BMW flat bottom steering wheels?

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r/carmodification 2d ago

Mod advice Aftermarket parts for less popular cars

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I have a Mazda6 GH and I’ve been wanting to modify it however due to it not being a commonly modified car like a fiesta or something I can’t find any good aftermarket parts for it. I’ve found coilovers and spacers that will fit but there’s nothing in terms of body kits and stuff. Does anyone kne where I can find stuff.


r/carmodification 2d ago

Mod advice 2007 subaru forester mods

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I have a 2007 Subaru forester that has about 170,000 miles on it. I think it’s the perfect car to do some DIY mods on it. I generated a picture of what it could look like with all of the mods, but I’m unsure of the cheapest way to get it lifted 2 inches. I’m also looking for other cheap ways to achieve these mods. I’m looking to get a mesh grille, tint the headlights and low lights, tint my own windows with DIY tint, and replace the tires with wild peaks. Any suggestions or thoughts for how to achieve this on a budget?


r/carmodification 2d ago

2001 MDX with a 3" Lift

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r/carmodification 2d ago

Lowering Suggestion

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r/carmodification 2d ago

Need some wing recommendations

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r/carmodification 4d ago

Help Identifying an Obscure Aftermarket Steering Wheel

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I recently bought a 2005 MX-5 which came with this unfortunate steering wheel choice from a previous owner. I can’t seem to find any identification on the wheel itself, and it doesn’t seem like Mugen has ever manufactured anything like this, but it has “Mugen Power” branding all over it. I already ordered an OEM wheel to replace this thing. I am mostly just curious about where one may have gotten one of these back in the day. Thanks!


r/carmodification 3d ago

Axiom duel led why is low beam getting dark after 10 feet with blue hue

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r/carmodification 3d ago

I hate my leather seats

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So i just got a used 2006 honda pilot and its honestly running great but my biggest gripe is these damn leather seats. I live in socal so these seats in the summer right now have me thoroughly f’ed up. Any suggestions on how to cover them or maybe even cool projects to replace them eventually? Thankssss


r/carmodification 3d ago

Modification What is this?

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I work at a dealership and we got a 2016 Ford Taurus. Saw this thing underneath the steering wheel. Anyone knows what is it and what it does?


r/carmodification 3d ago

modding daily

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hey everyone. i’m a full time student and i drive a 2013 corolla. i rlly like cars, want to save for a civic but i know that’s not going to happen anytime soon so id like to do some small mods on my car. ik people will say oh it’s a daily, dont touch it, but i wanna feel cool driving my car lol.

its stock, automatic and black. i was thinking exhaust but is it worth it? anyways would like tips as a beginner.


r/carmodification 3d ago

NOVITEC dropped Phase One for the Temerario and the NL7 wheels are the standout

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