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View Poll Results: Go Custom or Restore to stock???
Custom 10 52.63%
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Old 09-01-2009, 09:48 PM   #1
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Go Custom or Factory??

I have a few things that could use some updating in the vehicle and was wondering what you guys think.. Go custom or restore to factory?? By this I mean things like seats, steering wheel, etc.. Should I get a factory steering wheel or go for something aftermarket? Should I get some colored seats like matching the body or just repair factory seats..
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Old 09-01-2009, 09:51 PM   #2
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

Need year/car info - and I guess it depends on how fat your wallet is.
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Old 09-01-2009, 09:59 PM   #3
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I voted restore to stock...i don't know but to me...it has to look stock, from the factory down to the style of taillights.
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Old 09-01-2009, 10:08 PM   #4
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

It's an 87 IROC.. I was the seats are in "ok" shape.. i was thinking of having them replaced with racing seats or just use fabric with yellow inserts and such but then idk.. part of me thinks these cars look so much better with the stock look..
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Old 09-02-2009, 12:17 AM   #5
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stock stock stock stock! 4 the seats, 4th gen seats, not technically stock, but slightly better.
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Old 09-02-2009, 12:39 AM   #6
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

Facing the same dilemma. Except I have a mid eighties car with unique electronics that make it that much more expensive. I say update things you can switch back and put those parts in a box for the next guy.
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Old 09-02-2009, 01:08 AM   #7
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berlinetta eh? have fun with that one :P
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Old 09-02-2009, 01:11 AM   #8
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Unless it is a low mileage...well optioned....Something else special about it, you'll be happier if it fits YOU. not GMs idea from 20 years ago.
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Old 09-02-2009, 02:12 AM   #9
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berlinetta eh? have fun with that one :P
Yeah, it has some nice features like having the A/C controls up on the pods and the headlights shut off when I pull the key. But the stereo sucks and everyone wants big bucks for parts that don't work when you get them.
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Old 09-02-2009, 02:18 AM   #10
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I agree with Stephen.There seems to be nothing special about it, so would it be worth it to put more money to get old stuff then new stuff?
But I don't like the word "Custom" cause when people say custom they blow it out of the water and at the end it doesn't even have the same body style as the car they started.
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Old 09-02-2009, 04:43 AM   #11
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I don't know why, but for me it always has to be stock outside and custom inside.
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Old 09-02-2009, 06:18 AM   #12
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Entirely up to you.

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Old 09-02-2009, 06:54 AM   #13
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

Check out this thread. The OP restored his interior with NOS pieces and added a few "custom" touches. Might give you some ideas.


http://www.thirdgen.org/techboard/sh...7&goto=newpost (1989 Camaro - "The Project" Begins...)
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Old 09-14-2009, 04:36 PM   #14
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I'm actually facing the same problem. I need to replace my headliner and see if i can find a complete set of 4th gen seats or reupholster my front ones. Either way you choose, you should do what you want and what you find comfortable, visually and physically.
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Old 09-16-2009, 08:02 AM   #15
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I vote custom for the interior. I plan on replacing the fabric/cloth on the doors, sailpanels and headliner (when I get one) with black suede.
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Old 09-16-2009, 08:38 AM   #16
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I tried to get mine back to "all original" but had to settle for "authentic" and replace things like the seats (4th Gen much better), exhaust (Magnaflow 3" SS), throttle body (Holley) and MAF (Granatelli). Other than that it's all authentic Camaro. With those few improvements I think the car is "better than original" to a certain extent.
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Re: Go Custom or Factory??

I personally think there are far too many modded cars out there. It is refreshing to see a nice, original looking car. I think lowering and subtle engine mods (including MAF and Throttle body replacements) are perfectly acceptable. Oh and also upgrading brakes as ours are rubbish stock

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Old 09-16-2009, 03:56 PM   #18
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Entirely up to you.

Your Car - Your Choice!!!
I have a little of both - custom seats, steering wheel (carbon fibre), door panels, gauges and console lid. Rest of the interior is stock.

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