Transforming My Daily Driver Into The ULTIMATE FUN-HAVER!

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  • Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024

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  • @chrismichaelyoung
    @chrismichaelyoung 2 года назад +536

    Big, in-depth projects are great and all, but it's nice to break it up with these quick little builds that are always so satisfying to see what big transformations can be made with just a few parts

    • @_Gingium_
      @_Gingium_  2 года назад +81

      Yea it’s super nice to just spend a few hours for results instead of hundreds of hours 😂

    • @SmplBuilds
      @SmplBuilds 2 года назад

      I agree! Lol. My favorite videos to make as well 👌🏼

    • @rodelcatubigan3249
      @rodelcatubigan3249 2 года назад

      @@_Gingium_ there is someone pretending to be you. I want message you but your other links are not updated .

    • @jvogler_art4708
      @jvogler_art4708 Год назад

      Just a few parts that cost a few grand

  • @Sopperduck36
    @Sopperduck36 2 года назад +225

    bro I love the monologue in the beginning. Absolutely wraps up every car-guy's DDs LMAOO

    • @_Gingium_
      @_Gingium_  2 года назад +43

      Hahaha. No matter how many times we say, "I'll keep this one stock"

    • @Sopperduck36
      @Sopperduck36 2 года назад +8

      @@_Gingium_ it will NEVER happen. Cant wait to mod mine.

    • @Heve62
      @Heve62 2 года назад +3

      What meanings "DD"

    • @billbergen9169
      @billbergen9169 2 года назад +2

      @@Heve62 daily driver?

    • @Heve62
      @Heve62 2 года назад +2

      @@billbergen9169 ah ok

  • @SecwetGwiwer
    @SecwetGwiwer 2 года назад +170

    I’ve been here for a looong time and I’ve noticed how much channel’s improved lately in so many ways, respect.

    • @_Gingium_
      @_Gingium_  2 года назад +26

      I’m trying my hardest to push the content to the next level. Glad ya’ll are taking notice!

    • @GraceTheTDI
      @GraceTheTDI 2 года назад +5

      @@_Gingium_ yeah iv been here since the supercharger install on the og version of the rally Miata and your channel has grown so much in both subscribers and the quality. Always been my favorite RUclipsr

    • @GamingNKim
      @GamingNKim 2 года назад +1

      @@GraceTheTDI ify my guy

  • @JamieBainbridge
    @JamieBainbridge 2 года назад +95

    Body kit with painted holes and rivnuts, this is one professional install!

    • @b.roa2366
      @b.roa2366 2 года назад +21

      He could have use self tappers like every fcking honda owner but he went one step ahead and used rivnuts. Gotta commend him for that

  • @slimeprivilege
    @slimeprivilege 2 года назад +30

    Fits are mad underrated but i've noticed the community for them has been growing like crazy. great vid gingi bro i can't see what else you got for it in the future!

    • @nightraven5760
      @nightraven5760 2 года назад +3

      A lot of companies are starting to make parts for them again. It all sprung because it dominates its class for racing though.

  • @wingmangt
    @wingmangt 2 года назад +122

    I really hope you get a rear sway bar. It does wonders for the Fit

    • @niknovsak3288
      @niknovsak3288 2 года назад +1

      What do sway bars do and why does it do wonders for the Honda

    • @wingmangt
      @wingmangt 2 года назад +27

      @@niknovsak3288 They reduce body roll.

  • @derrickcassel
    @derrickcassel 2 года назад +27

    I had an 08 Fit Sport back in the day for a few years, it was such a great car and while it was excessively slow it was still so much fun to drive lol. I was out of the car scene for a decade but just recently bought an S2000 bc it was always a dream to have one.. I've been daily driving it for a few months and it's SO GOOD being back in a fun car.

  • @nazimelon6653
    @nazimelon6653 2 года назад +135

    'Oh no guys, this one is staying the stock daily for sure'
    Said every carguy ever, while ordering parts for the car.

    • @Carlos.Rivera
      @Carlos.Rivera 2 года назад +1

      I have Nissan Versa for 4 years, still stock and its my daily driver. Can't beat 38mpg with today's craziness. All the money is for my frs, cant decide between turbo or supercharger

    • @calebb5106
      @calebb5106 2 года назад +1

      i just bought my daily already with a tune and coils with an extra sound system, too bad i now need a bit more than 625 to the wheels and the whole engine is stock, INJECTORS, BIGGER TURBOS, AND STAINLESS EXHAUSET HERE I COME

    • @tatialo37
      @tatialo37 2 года назад

      That's what she said!🤣🤣🤣

  • @Scuffed_Gambit
    @Scuffed_Gambit 2 года назад +5

    I love how you started with an NA Miata, going through all those project cars (still miss the Nardo RX-7 a lot, it was clean 👌) Doing the school bus camper conversion, drift truck, etc. Now you have your own shop and you’ve learned so much over the years. Keep doing what you do best Caleb

  • @ejoautovideos
    @ejoautovideos 2 года назад +6

    Honestly, this is one of the best builds i've seen in a while. Affordable, relatable and big difference in the end. Bravo! 👍

  • @Hangin_With_Shane
    @Hangin_With_Shane 2 года назад +18

    Caleb,
    I like the switch to the smaller DIY mods on the daily! It looks way better and you should have touched up the paint on the rear passenger side bumper.
    Looks great though!
    -Shane

  • @alexledesma1609
    @alexledesma1609 2 года назад +120

    I think wrapping the roof black would look pretty good.

  • @bzbrian-wav6997
    @bzbrian-wav6997 2 года назад +5

    wooooo!! Welcome to the Fit community! I just bought my first 08 Fit Sport, cool to see you're making your fit your own, also helps me see what steps I gotta take to put in my own Coilovers, hope you enjoy and thanks for sharing the content!

  • @LorneDE
    @LorneDE 2 года назад +14

    I loved the way the black fron lip looked, probably even more than the painted one. Exited to see some videos on different cars :)

  • @itsdokko2990
    @itsdokko2990 2 года назад +2

    Yep, she's a beauty!
    Not over the top, but bespoke enough to indicate that she means business. Superb job as always bro!

  • @theodoredeverell3894
    @theodoredeverell3894 2 года назад +6

    Hell yeah. Why am I so invested in this already. Dream 1st car for me.

  • @littledrmoab7840
    @littledrmoab7840 2 года назад +4

    I really enjoyed this. I’ve loved the eclipse build but it’s always nice to switch it up every once in a while.

  • @parkerbethke
    @parkerbethke 2 года назад +4

    Really nice to see something other than the eclipse!

  • @jdmfreak22
    @jdmfreak22 2 года назад +19

    I know I keep saying this, but it's true. I'm kind of new to the channel, and I have to admit that I'm REALLY REALLY enjoying it! The content itself, the vibe, the editing, pre preproduction, everything! Thank you!

    • @_Gingium_
      @_Gingium_  2 года назад +3

      Glad you enjoy it all!

  • @NuhUhNotTrue
    @NuhUhNotTrue 2 года назад +3

    I love hatchbacks, they're just so cool and practical. I've got a MK5 GTI myself and it's a blast!

  • @nodoc
    @nodoc 2 года назад +1

    Dude what a nice detail! The QR Code in the last shot is a link to this channel! Props

  • @hodad200
    @hodad200 2 года назад +1

    thank you for turning me on to tire streets! love the accelera tires!!

  • @sparky4845
    @sparky4845 2 года назад +2

    This is a really fantastic video, Caleb! Your quality has gone up so dramatically since getting this new shop, it’s an incredible thing to witness. Keep up the great work!! :)

  • @3toedSloth75
    @3toedSloth75 2 года назад +9

    I like how this shows that even on a limited budget you can do a few things to make a car more enjoyable.
    Also, your cameraman/friend is right. Those wheels basic

  • @scottspropertyservices6877
    @scottspropertyservices6877 2 года назад +2

    That monologue at the start was hilarious!! All you needed was 2 new tyres & it snowballs into a build, that’s EXACTLY how it works!🤣

    • @scottspropertyservices6877
      @scottspropertyservices6877 2 года назад

      Oh, when you said upgrade the AC compressor I thought you meant upgrade the “AC compressor” 🐌

  • @gofastcorgi2526
    @gofastcorgi2526 2 года назад

    The music selection is soo good. Love the jazzy lofi

  • @armandoramos1949
    @armandoramos1949 8 месяцев назад

    I am a big Honda Fit fan and admirer. I wish I have one and mod it like you did. Great job! Made it look so easy.

  • @SkyyMi
    @SkyyMi 2 года назад +2

    Super clean, not to much just a super reserved build.

    • @_Gingium_
      @_Gingium_  2 года назад +1

      That’s the goal 😁

    • @SkyyMi
      @SkyyMi 2 года назад

      @@_Gingium_ Perfect

  • @RearEngineShop
    @RearEngineShop 2 года назад +4

    10/10 finished product. Looks great.
    0/10 for not putting the engine in the back. 🤣

  • @jakejackson8395
    @jakejackson8395 2 года назад +1

    Yes! I’ve been waiting for this. When the market comes down I might get a fit

  • @Balderoni_
    @Balderoni_ 2 года назад

    Honda looks so cool now, love it! I used double sided tape to attach spoiler to my Volvo V70. It lasted 6 months, until almost flew off because tape couldnt hold it anymore. There was marked spots for holes through trunk door, so took my time and drilled those holes and bolted it in, after that no drama with it anymore 😎

  • @CanadianFighter2k
    @CanadianFighter2k 2 года назад +1

    DIY mods are awesome! I mean , I dig the big build content as well, but its a nice break.

  • @geo2cv6tron14
    @geo2cv6tron14 2 года назад +3

    The before / after is really impressive 👍

  • @verovieira1
    @verovieira1 4 месяца назад

    What a beautiful car, my dream car here in Brazil, I even used yours as my wallpaper on the computer!

  • @sazbmw
    @sazbmw 2 года назад

    never thought i’d fall in love with a fit

  • @trompelemonde4728
    @trompelemonde4728 2 года назад +1

    Love Honda Fit! I never did this to mine but I wish I did. I loved the car. It was a great deal too. I have a GTI now which is also a top daily car.

  • @gregoryoppenheimer99
    @gregoryoppenheimer99 2 года назад

    Fit was the best small car I ever owned. 100% recommend that you get solid mounts for the shifter assembly. Best modi did for that car.

  • @redsquirrelftw
    @redsquirrelftw 2 года назад

    Looks great! That way of thinking at the beginning is exactly how I think when I'm doing home renovation projects. If I'm going to do one thing may as well go a step further and one thing leads to the other. That's how I have fully painted walls in my crawlspace. I originally just wanted insulation lol.

  • @CarPartscomOfficial
    @CarPartscomOfficial 2 года назад

    Glad we could help out! 🙌

  • @Cobra_427
    @Cobra_427 2 года назад +9

    I know BC Racing is a sponsor but how do they compare to the Fortune Autos on your Miata? also the Honda build appears to be what I'm doing to my Mustang, nothing over the top to keep it a reliable daily, but still fun, so I like it so far

  • @802Garage
    @802Garage 2 года назад +2

    Got close with the band saw a couple times! Hahaha. The Fit def has a lot more drip now. ;)

  • @envylures5770
    @envylures5770 Год назад

    This is awesome dude
    Plan on following your lead in building a fun daily for the kidos first car. Learning a lot here and lovin the fun. Great video content and enjoyable editing makes your channel an easy 👍 thanks again dude cheers 🍻

  • @socaldadful
    @socaldadful 3 месяца назад

    Those first 90 seconds are pure car nerd gold!

  • @clarenceperkins3115
    @clarenceperkins3115 2 года назад +1

    I bought a 2010 Fit and it was the best purchase I made, checks all the boxes and i drive it over 100 miles a day :D

  • @aidansigh6480
    @aidansigh6480 2 года назад

    as a viewer from the uk, this video makes me happy

  • @MonsterMarco-ve5ec
    @MonsterMarco-ve5ec Год назад

    Just found the channel, Love that I’m not alone with this thought process 😂 subbed 🎉

  • @chrisdik5311
    @chrisdik5311 2 года назад

    Nice build man. Easy simple and very good!! I watching all of your videos. Greetings from Greece!

  • @cafn8ed74
    @cafn8ed74 2 года назад +4

    Tiny cars can be so much fun to drive and super cheap. May I suggest a DIY rear torsion beam brace?

  • @crwdkllr
    @crwdkllr 2 года назад

    You gave me a thumbs up on the highway one day! I was cruising along in my 2 Door WRX

  • @toadalthug4055
    @toadalthug4055 7 месяцев назад

    Man that was satisfying... Removing the rotor thing

  • @Madvizion
    @Madvizion 2 года назад +4

    And just like that Honda Fits have just doubled in price.
    Thanks a lot Gingium........lol

  • @TypedAnimal
    @TypedAnimal 2 года назад

    Jazz's look so unbelievably good modified, great job

  • @fittsy7534
    @fittsy7534 2 года назад +33

    how do the coilovers feel, did they make the ride more bumpy or is it close to what it was stock?

    • @_Gingium_
      @_Gingium_  2 года назад +18

      It’s a little stiffer, but still very comfortable.

    • @nidiahk
      @nidiahk 2 года назад +1

      BCs are comfy or on a budget racelands are a great value, not as nice as BCs tho

  • @GrumpyBearRawr
    @GrumpyBearRawr 2 года назад

    I'm excited for this. I have a blue one and it's one of the most practical cars on the planet.

  • @lewiskemp5893
    @lewiskemp5893 2 года назад

    That's a great looking Fit. Good job Caleb

  • @margekalogridis3929
    @margekalogridis3929 Месяц назад

    Just saw this, what an amazing job!! I have a purple ex 2015 just hit 100,000 miles. Your car looks awsome! Hope you still have it!😊

  • @2810Mad
    @2810Mad 2 года назад

    Awesome build. finally something worth watching

  • @lur3950
    @lur3950 2 года назад

    I like your builds and mods. Now, your music mixes are 👍 great

  • @AndyBTTDavis
    @AndyBTTDavis 2 года назад

    Used to have a GD3. This really made me miss it. Looks awesome!

  • @sergej841
    @sergej841 2 года назад +2

    Finally something different. Great video!

  • @alexandret.8130
    @alexandret.8130 Год назад

    I've got the same exact car... and the fit has a giant interior for its size... I folded the back seats and I fit 30 (thirty) plastic chairs through the boot at once. 👍

  • @aniqtwolimbs
    @aniqtwolimbs 2 года назад

    Loving so much the setup of wheels and tyre.

  • @voraciousreader357
    @voraciousreader357 2 года назад +1

    Damn, now I want a Honda Fit. Next to my '93 Civic hatch

  • @MBI-STUDIOS
    @MBI-STUDIOS 2 года назад +4

    😂 from one tire to all this love it ❤️

  • @LiquidSquidYT
    @LiquidSquidYT 2 года назад

    Ging I’ve literally been here since the video games early early days love to see the growth

  • @toxicrc7681
    @toxicrc7681 2 года назад

    Love the shop and now a project I can relate…your rocking it

  • @LocalGrubAu
    @LocalGrubAu 2 года назад

    Honestly I like this idea, I also find it funny how many are on board. Since in my country the car scene throws a lot of hate at people who do up certain cars...(Australia) But after all your car doesn't matter, it's about you enjoying it & having fun... Nice MCM shirt btw :)

  • @Neil_Pye
    @Neil_Pye 2 года назад

    The Corbeau seats look sick in there

  • @lucienskinner-savallisch5399
    @lucienskinner-savallisch5399 Год назад +1

    Your Fit looks great, dude!!! I've got an 07 Fit Sport nearing 200k, and it's definitely the best daily on the market. My uncle bought it new, gave it to my mom, then she gave it to me. I've put 50k on it in a year, delivery driving, and road tripping. Mine is in the blue that your side skirts came in, and I hope I can get it to be as clean as yours eventually. It's like Honda intended the Fit to be slammed 😈.

  • @adrleo
    @adrleo 2 года назад

    you have a really great garage mate, love it! thx for sharing~

  • @davidevans4089
    @davidevans4089 2 года назад

    Good luck with your Fit (Jazz) here in the UK. I have had two of these and in my opinion one of the best cars I have had in fourt y four years of driving.

  • @woolyant9417
    @woolyant9417 2 года назад +1

    YES! FINALLY. THE PERFECT BUILD

  • @WildWildWeasel
    @WildWildWeasel 2 года назад +1

    Imagine 2016 Gingium saw this, god damn I been here since the Forza days haha.

  • @harrisq2046
    @harrisq2046 2 года назад

    I love builds like these, the fit looks dope!

  • @cameronwang6774
    @cameronwang6774 2 года назад

    Your wheels do look sick bro, good choice man :) hello from New Zealand

  • @sonnypersson9541
    @sonnypersson9541 2 года назад

    Very Nice Caleb ! Good Job 😃🤘🏼

  • @rosschurchouse2794
    @rosschurchouse2794 2 года назад

    CHOPPED!! MCM - Moog and Marty should do a FIT/JAZZ

  • @deps981
    @deps981 2 года назад

    Really nice Fit transformation, love that car :)

  • @Jon95McC
    @Jon95McC 2 года назад +1

    All of the mods you did are perfect for it. It looks awesome even though it still looks like a mini Odyssey 😂

  • @MyFitnessForward
    @MyFitnessForward 2 года назад

    I live right by The Tail of the Dragon. I'd love to meet up with you when you come up here. I'm excited to see how the car comes out either way!! Keep up the good work

  • @dartology
    @dartology 2 года назад

    I appreciate the Silversun Pickups reference !

  • @BrezyHD
    @BrezyHD 2 года назад

    0:24 those benz wheels go hard on that golf tho 👀

  • @jaygonzalez5005
    @jaygonzalez5005 2 года назад +8

    Loved the first bit Ging, although I would've gotten 16s instead of 15s but still looks *chef's kiss*

    • @mryork_
      @mryork_ 2 года назад +1

      If I had to guess I'd guess it's for more tire choice and softer ride

    • @speeddemon0712
      @speeddemon0712 2 года назад +3

      Nah, the 15's with a beefier sidewall look better.

    • @jaygonzalez5005
      @jaygonzalez5005 2 года назад

      @@speeddemon0712 that's your case, not my case. For me 16's look better

    • @FATmenDRIVEtrucks
      @FATmenDRIVEtrucks 2 года назад +1

      15's are lighter so better braking, ride, acceleration, mpg, cheaper wheels and tires, more tire choices, ect
      Keep your looks BS 👌

    • @jaygonzalez5005
      @jaygonzalez5005 2 года назад

      @@FATmenDRIVEtrucks ok, the Hypergrams in 15's weigh around 12-13 pounds were the 16's weigh around 14 pounds. That means that's just a 4-8 pound weight reduction on wheels for a car that is just a fun daily car that can be used for light tracking, also if he wanted he could fit bigger brakes on 16's so your opinion on better braking can also be BS.

  • @pennycopperhatch9315
    @pennycopperhatch9315 2 года назад

    DOPE!...I've been a fan of the 1st Gen FIT that came here to the U.S. and cool to see someone Modded one on RUclips too!.....
    You need to do some Custom Headlights too!... Get the Infiniti Q45 multi lens LED Headlight Projectors...they fit nicely in the headlight housings!

  • @muhammadnaufalumar5016
    @muhammadnaufalumar5016 2 года назад

    That honda jazz look f sick dude, 11/10 😍respect

  • @aidenpayne6499
    @aidenpayne6499 2 года назад

    Hell yea the static Fit is the best thing I’ve ever seen

  • @SlapoutGamingYT
    @SlapoutGamingYT 2 года назад

    Looks so dope, the only thing I can think that could be done aswell is wrap the roof black

  • @ScottLe
    @ScottLe 2 года назад

    Awesome fit/jazz! Subscribed!!

  • @therealjeeves
    @therealjeeves Год назад +1

    Gingium said it: "World's best car".
    - Happy Honda Jazz owner. :)

  • @matthewvanprooyen259
    @matthewvanprooyen259 2 года назад

    Why am I so excited for this build

  • @LuisFelipepg96
    @LuisFelipepg96 2 года назад

    Man, I love a little hatchback low horse power and light weight bild

  • @ttinnovations3310
    @ttinnovations3310 2 года назад

    NICE !!! I love fit rice, keeps me slim and trim

  • @GhostieXV
    @GhostieXV 2 года назад +2

    Turbo it 😂gotta have all the spooly noises.

  • @RideforKink175
    @RideforKink175 2 года назад

    This video was awesome. Good job buddy

  • @rmalacari
    @rmalacari 2 года назад

    Idk where you got the music for this episode, but it was chef's kiss

  • @BaldwinNguyen
    @BaldwinNguyen 2 года назад

    Another fellow Fit owner. I'm running on the Konigs on Function and Form Type 2s. Low-key wished I would've went with BC's due to the fact that the bolt holes have a little more space for camber.

  • @mastertyreshredder
    @mastertyreshredder 2 года назад +1

    This is gangster my missus has the Aussie equivalent (jazz) it only has 65k kms witch is 30k something miles
    Has the body kit from factory I’m gonna slam it on some old school 2 piece jdm wheels they look so good I’m glad your doing this series’s it will motivate me to get some shit done for her thanks man 🤙🏻

  • @atnfatality3026
    @atnfatality3026 2 года назад

    I just got a fit 08 and you my man are going to give a lot of trouble to my finances

  • @PistonsProps
    @PistonsProps 2 года назад

    This doesn’t make me want to buy a Honda Fit, but nice upgrades and you can see the results quick! Awesome setup on the video! It’s how every car project spirals out of control.

  • @austingutierrez2709
    @austingutierrez2709 2 года назад

    I’ve been waiting for Fit content 😈