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Member ID: cmtapanes

Location: Ruskin, Florida

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1999 Pontiac Grand Am

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  • turbo

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cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 11 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 12
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 22 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 7
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 5 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 8
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 17 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 9
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 10 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 6
LEFT: Rims MAK Rave Hyper Silver 18" x 7" with Toyo Wheels 235/40Z R18 (Rear).
RIGHT: Rims MAK Rave Hyper Silver 18" x 7" with Toyo Wheels 225/35Z R18 (Front).
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 13 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 14
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 20 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 41
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 19 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 18
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 40 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 39
LEFT: Custom instalation of a HomeLink® to open the garage door. RIGHT: Replace the Rearview Mirror with a GENTEX® Rearview Mirror Auto-Dimming (GNTX-177) with Compass.
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 15 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 37
  RIGHT: 60GB Photo iPod. I replace the DO NOT DISCONNECT graphic for a Pointiac logo.
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 42 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 43
LEFT: Sony XA-C40 Source Selector lets you connect up to three Unilink system sources to your Sony in-dash stereo. Your add-on options include a CD changer, satellite radio, iPod® adapter, and more.
RIGHT: This PAC iPod to Sony adapter allows you to listen to your iPod through the Sony in-dash stereo in your vehicle. The kit includes everything you need to connect your iPod to a compatible Sony stereo.
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 34 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 35
LEFT: This is where the stock oil filter was located and the engine oil lines re-directs the engine oil to the cooler. RIGHT: Dual cooler for the oil transmission and the engine oil.
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 36 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 44 
LEFT: Oil filter was relocated behind the front bumper. RIGHT: Upgraded the front breaking system with a F-Body calipers and rotors.
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 45 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 54
LEFT: Another shoot of the new breaks. The rotor is 12" in diameter compered with the stock 10". Right: SD Hood from Stinger Fiberglas Design. The vents are operational. It needs to be painted.
   
      Boost:

I just finish doing a rear mounted turbo, which the turbo is located on the rear of the car where the exhaust is located. For a rear mounted turbo a scavenger pump is needed to returned the oil back to the engine.

I'll be posting pictures soon.

      Engine/Performance Modifications:
  • - Stage 3 Cold Air Intake
    • Relocates Filter Into Fenderwell
    • K&N Filter
    • T6061 Mandrel Bent Polished Aluminum
  • Taylor 8mm Spiro Pro Spark Plug Wires
  • S&S Headers Ceramic Coated with Flex & Cat
  • MSD Ignition Coils
  • Digital Horsepower PCM
  • Grounding Kits
    • Sun Hyper Ground System S-Type (Red)
  • MAP Engineering Exhaust Heat Shield
  • 2" 3/4" Cat-back Exhaust System with Borla Exhaust

Part Waiting To Be Install: I have a new 65mm billet throttle body that needs to be install on the upper intake and after finishing my rear mounted turbo I have a set of 32lb injectors from a 2005 Grand Prix that need to be install; the stock injectors on a 99 Grand Am are 19lb. 

 
      Cooling:
  • Casper's Hi Speed Fan Switch
  • 180 Hypertech PowerStat Thermostats
  • Summit Racing Combination Fluid Coolers; Dual Circuit Unit; Two Independent Coolers, One for Engine Cooler and One for the Transmission Oil. Part# G4978
 
      Exterior Modifications:
  • Altezza Style Grand Am Tail Lamps
  • Mustang Billet Gas Door
 
      Interior Modifications:
  • MOMO Shift Knob (Black Leather / Polished Aluminum Accents)
  • A-pillar Gauge Mount for Grand Am/Alero
    • Auto Meter Sport-Comp Gauges
      • Volt Meter
      • A/F Ratio Gauge
      • Electronic Oil Pressure
  • Replace the Rearview Mirror with a GENTEX® Rearview Mirror Auto-Dimming (GNTX-177) with Compass
  • Custom Installation of a HomeLink® Control Unit to Open the Garage Door.
 
      Suspension Modifications:
  • Eibach Pro Kit Lowering Springs
  • Speedbuilt Front Strut Tower Braces
  • Speedbuilt Rear Strut Tower Braces
 
      Break/Wheels Modifications:
  • Rims MAK Rave Hyper Silver 18" x 7"
    • Toyo Wheels 225/35Z R18 (Front)
    • Toyo Wheels 235/40Z R18 (Rear)
  • Rear Break Convertion from Drumms to Calipers (No Picture Available)
  • Front Break Upgrade from a F-Body (Camaro)
    • Camaro 12" Diameter Rotors
    • Double pistons
 
      Audio:
  • - MAPtech Enterprises Head Unit Mount with Grand Am letters illuminated
  • - Sony Xplode CDX-F700 Head Unit
  • - XM Satellite Radio Tuner Direct™ XMD1000
  • - Q-Logic Q-Forms kick panel speaker enclosures
    • ----- Speakers Pionner TS-C160R/250W/6.5"
    • ----- Tweeter 1"
  • Pioneer TS-939/160W/6"x9" (Rear)
  • Kicker 1" Tweeter
  • 2 Kicker 12" Subwoofers
  • 3 MTX Amplifiers
    • MTX Thunder 4300X (4 Channels)
    • MTX Thunder 4200X (4 channels)
    • MTX Thunder 272X (2 Channels)
  • Optima Yellow Top
  • Raptor 1 Farad Cap
  • 60GB Photo iPod with a custom Pontiac logo
  • Sony XA-C40
   
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 26 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 27
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 28 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 30
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 33 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 29
cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 32 cmtapanes's 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Ruskin, FL Customized with K&N Intake, Optima Engine Electronics, MSD Ignition, Q-Logic Sub Enclosure, Pioneer Speakers, Kicker Tweeters, Kicker Subwoofers, Clifford Security, Monster Cable Wiring, MTX Audio Amplifier, Sony Head Unit, Auto Meter Gauges, Borla Exhaust, MAK Wheels, Toyo Tires, Eibach Springs, MOMO Shift Knob - 31

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Location: Ruskin, Florida