Herman Hong - Sunnyvale, CA

[HermanH]

http://home.comcast.net/~hhong4/images/passat2.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~hhong4/images/ZFLOW/fmic50.jpg
1998 Passat 1.8T 5sp. Windsor Blue w/Grey Cloth Interior and Sunroof option
Exterior:
* Oettinger Front Spoiler.......* Kamei Sports Grill
* FER Clear Corners..............* FER Smoked Side Marker
* Zender Rear Deck Spoiler...* Hella OEM HID's
* VW Racing Flag Emblem
Interior:
* New Beetle Eyeglass Holder.........................* Momo Air Leather Shift Knob
* VDO vac/boost gauge..................................* Autometer A-pillar gauge mount
* Nordskog Digital Fuel Pressure Gauge
* New South Performance Column Pod
* UUC Motorwerks Short Shifter......................* Greddy Turbo Timer III
* Joshua Tree Genuine Walnut Burl.................* Wheelskin Eurotone leather wrap
* Pioneer DEH-7400MP AM/FM/CD/MP3 Player........* Integrated A/F LED gauge
Engine:
* K04-15 Upgrade (Eurospec)
* New South Performance Power Gasket
* N75H "Race" Valve
* GIAC K04 chip .........* K&N panel filter
* Secondary Airbox inlet..* Jetex exhaust system w/ Neuspeed 60mm downpipe
* Forge Diverter Valve ....* APR Polyurethane Front (snub) motor mount
* Racetech "Z-Flow" FMIC
* Siemens 310cc Fuel Injectors
* Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator
* Nordskog Fuel Pressure sending unit
Suspension:
* Neuspeed 27mm front antiroll bar.........* Neuspeed 28mm rear antiroll bar
* Neuspeed Sport Springs.......................* Bilstein Sport Shocks
* BBS-RK 17 x 8" - 35mm ET....................* Yokohama AVS/ES100 225/45-17
* Porsche 986 Monoblock Front Calipers...* Kerr Friction pads
* BIRA brake mounting brackets.............* 312 x 25mm A8 replacment rotors (drilled & slotted)
* Andy's Lower Chassis brace

[Z28Driver]

Lookin real good man i really like your exhaust if you have a link to a site of theirs IM it to me

[dme79]

looking good Herman http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

[Bockster]

Hey Herman! I'm moving to Sunnyvale in less than a month (from Mountain View), I'd love to see your car in person. I haven't done too many mods on mine yet so it probably wouldn't be too interesting....but maybe you could give me some ideas? Sweet car by the way...I like your website a lot too.

[mistertam]

Kick ass herman! When did you get the Joshua Tree! That looks NICE!!! Really nice in fact. Hmmmm.. now you got me thinking.

[glxpassat]

Hey Herman, Your car looks great!! Well I have told you that before! Hey on the emblem on the back of your car. I noticed that it almost looks like the Zender badge, but on your mods list it said VW racing? Can you clear me up on that, and where did you get that! Love it. Again, looking good

[HermanH]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Hey Herman, Your car looks great!! Well I have told you that before! Hey on the emblem on the back of your car. I noticed that it almost looks like the Zender badge, but on your mods list it said VW racing? Can you clear me up on that, and where did you get that! Love it. Again, looking good<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>.

Becca, I'm so surprised you never heard of Colin's "Custom Emblem" thread that lasted nearly a year and a half and went to about 9 pages. It goes down as one of the "longest" Group Buy's in CB5 History!!! http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif

Here's his site: http://www.geocities.com/passatforme/index2.html

[HermanH]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Kick ass herman! When did you get the Joshua Tree! That looks NICE!!! Really nice in fact. Hmmmm.. now you got me thinking.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Eric, it was probably about 3 months ago I think. Check my modifications page. It has the date. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif That was a group buy thing so it was under $200. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif

[HermanH]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Hey Herman! I'm moving to Sunnyvale in less than a month (from Mountain View), I'd love to see your car in person. I haven't done too many mods on mine yet so it probably wouldn't be too interesting....but maybe you could give me some ideas? Sweet car by the way...I like your website a lot too.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Bockster: sounds like my brakes! http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif So where will you be moving to? I'm near. Inverness and Wolf (a block from 99 Ranch Asian strip mall @ Homestead & Wolf.)

Let me know when you want to mod. you car. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif

[Bockster]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>

Bockster: sounds like my brakes! http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif So where will you be moving to? I'm near. Inverness and Wolf (a block from 99 Ranch Asian strip mall @ Homestead & Wolf.)

Let me know when you want to mod. you car. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hey Herman,

I'm moving to Tioga Ct (near Mathilda and El Camino). Wow, Cali's not so big after all...I have some friends that live on Goldfinch Way, which is pretty close to where you are. I will let you know about the mods! http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/biglaugh.gif

[glxpassat]

You know what your right. I forgot about that. It just got so long and I was checking it out for the longest time but I just gave up on when we would get them. Totally forgot about those. Anywho it looks great!

[mistertam]

I seriously should do that wood trim of yours. I gotta check it out first hand when I see you next. You should put a counter on your web site, I hit that thing at least twice a week, man! The info in there is just too good. Where else can I find specs for my 98?!! http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

So what's your next mod? I really really hope you get to put in that k03/k04 hybrid of Juan's.

<![CDATA[I seriously should do that wood trim of yours. I gotta check it out first hand when I see you next. You should put a counter on your web site, I hit that thing at least twice a week, man! The info in there is just too good. Where else can I find specs for my 98?!! http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

So what's your next mod? I really really hope you get to put in that k03/k04 hybrid of Juan's.

[Modified by mistertam, 4:51 PM 7/31/2002]

[kimbote]

How hard was the installation of your snub mount, Herman?

<![CDATA[How hard was the installation of your snub mount, Herman?

[Modified by kimbote, 2:56 PM 8/8/2002]

[Ricardo]

Looks nice. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

[HermanH]

well, it was a lot of work for such a small item. If you go to my modifications page on my website and click the moving wrench for the Snub mount, you'll see how it was installed. I'm just glad it wasn't any harder than that.

[b5bel]

http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

[fuel808]

Sup Herman, Are you related to the Hong's in Manoa Hawaii? Your http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/b5.jpg looks http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/eek.gif http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif . Good job....
NisH...

[HermanH]

no. no relationship but wish there was! I woulnd't mind visiting some long lost cousins over there. Thanks for the compliments though. http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif

[Geese]

Herman,
Just got to check out your new site for the first time and it is GREAT!!!

I am getting ready to put on my neuspeed 28mm RSB and you directions and pics are great! Thanks for your effort and time in putting together such a great site!

[vw18t]

Great site Herman! Love the Oettinger on your car! http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthup.gif

[Scuba2001]

Herman, I love those calipers. That wheel and tire package is a killer look. Very nicely done

[glxpassat]

Bumping you to the top http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/wink.gif

[HermanH]

oh baby, that was a nice bump. Was it good for you too??? http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/biglaugh.gif

[NUISANCE]

Wow herman, where did that come from?

<![CDATA[Wow herman, where did that come from?

[Modified by NUISANCE, 12:16 AM 10/24/2002]

[NUISANCE]

Bump cause you are the man http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emsmile.gif

[HermanH]

Thanks Zac. Reminded me to update my post with the new Hella HID's I just installed!!! Also new Yokohama AVS ES100's.

[lipper]

Nice Herman, I have to check out those Hellas-
I just installed Xenons as well-

By the way, which to you like better? OEM or Aftermarket?

[ms4cd]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Thanks Zac. Reminded me to update my post with the new Hella HID's I just installed!!! Also new Yokohama AVS ES100's.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I want to see. http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/biglaugh.gif

[alex310]

Very Very nice car, wondering how much did the brake job cost you?

[HermanH]

Jon: funny thing about the lights; they're not "as white" as the conversion kit! This could be because the method which is used by the Hella units v.s. the OEM reflective housing. While the OEM appears to light up the underside of a car in front of me, with much better light, it seemed to taper off past 20 feet. I had my adjustments maxed out on it's height and still could not get them very high.

On the otherhand, the Hella's were perfectly aligned by Bojan so it lights up more evently from side to side and much further forward; appears to be at least 50 feet.

So I guess what I'm trying to say is, the Hella units appear to focus the beam closer to like a 120 deg. swept area whereas the OEM's are more focused forward (narrower angle.) I could be wrong but it feels that's what's happening which might explain the differnce. Still, the Hella Xenon's are still brighter than a Halogen when I'm side-by-side with another car, behind a couple of cars. So the answer is I like the Hella's better.

Bojan, Zac: pics will come shortly. Christmas rush takes precedence.

[HermanH]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Very Very nice car, wondering how much did the brake job cost you?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
Thank you. The fronts came to $1100, keeping in mind the Boxster calipers had 15K miles on them. I supplied all the labor (it's not at all hard.)

[alex310]

Herman, I juss wanted to say, you are by far the greatest B5er I've seen, your site is linked by many, and I can tell you, I've been stuck twice and your page with your installation tips have helped me out a lot, and I just want to thank you. Looking through your page, I haven't seen the Porche Brake Upgrade listed, wondering how much did the brake set cost you? And was it worth it...

Thanks again Herman! http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/bowdown.gif http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/bowdown.gif http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/bowdown.gif

[HermanH]

alex, you're quite welcome!
The Porsche Boxster brakes are the "BIRA" brake kit.
http://home.attbi.com/~hhong4/birainstall.htm Enjoy.

[HNDA HTR]

I must say you have some of the best write ups I have seen to date, very professionial, simplified, and enriched with ALL the need to know data to the job RIGHT. thanx for the help with my spring/shock install. learned alot and WILL spread the knowledge. once again, outstanding job. http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/thumbup.gif http://www.clubb5.com/images_forum/bowdown.gif

[HermanH]

FMIC installed this past Saturday.

[MADDb5]

nice ride!

[SpecialKDog1]

Hey there Herman! Saw you yesterday stopped at the light on Zanker and Tasman. How's it going?

[HermanH]

Hey there Herman! Saw you yesterday stopped at the light on Zanker and Tasman. How's it going?
Karl: going ok I guess. Probably a little better than Palm! :) sorry, I had to do that. Just updating my profile here with the new AF/LED gauge installed.

[TripleA]

HermanH, I've checked out your website. Like everybody else, I too think it proves how cool you are.

Well now that I'm done brown nosing :D , I wanted to talk to you about doing a slew of upgrades to my 01' B5 Wagon Triptronic. I need them done by no later than the end of June, if budget is correct.

Who do you know has parts like this in stock or can get them quick:

Jetex exhaust
Neuspeed Downpipe
APR Chip
KW Suspension or something you would recommend for a daily driver
Intercooler

Or can you give me your opinion on what do?

I need to slap around this annoying Volvo Wagon I run into quite frequently. :mad:

Thanks,
Frank

[HermanH]

wow, you just about called out everything that New Dimensions sells. What you might want to do is go to the ND show next week and tell em' you want to do a large purchase of everything and perhaps they'll thorw in a deeper discount than the normal show price! It's worth it if you have the numbers up front. The last one, the FMIC would be tough since I don't believe they have anything other than to order one from APR (which would be ok with me).

Still, I'd go to them and say "listen, I want to get all of this today for this much $$$; can you swing a deal if I cut the check today?" Do some up front research so you know what the best mail order deals there are because no matter what, the sales tax will be more than the shipping costs so keep that in mind when you talk to them.

June, eh? I have to check with the boss; she's put a kabosh on me working on cars anymore *sigh* but I'm more than happy to do little work and more "supervision" as long as people pay for the rent (my equipment) and experience. :)

[TripleA]

HermanH,
Thanks for responding to my questions and concerns. I'll attempt that this weekend. After I negotiate and acquire the parts, I'll contact you to see if you have some time when the "BOSS" is on a leave of absence. :lol:

THANKS :wink: ,
Frank

[HermanH]

Frank, are you going to the ND show Sunday? I should be there around 10am or so.

[lipper]

Hi Herman,
You car is looking good. Looks like you got those OEM HIDs installed-

Question:

Did you ever install those pieces installed, which allow you to adjust the camber on the front to factory spec?


Front tires are going fast round these parts- :wink:

[HermanH]

updated!

[Ture 7]

Hey your car is always getting new toyz! Looking real sharp there Herman! I would love to check out your ride in person!

Im actually going to be in San Jose till Thursday. I arrived here Last night.

Later,
Al

[baisee00]

Just wanted to say congrats on getting B5 of the month, you deserve it! it's a person like you who makes this whole experience of joining club b5 all the more worth it! haha thanks for all the good advice both car advice and old person advice! hahah i guess you can call it fatherly :lol: eventhough you act like you're still a kid most of the time! goooood job and keep up the cooool mods!

[ser2k]

Hi
My name is Sergio
I’m from the bay area (Santa Clara) I got a ’99 B5
I was thinking about get more people from the Bay and get together some time to share some ideas of tuning.

What you thing?

Ser2k@hotmail.com

[julianfang]

ttt!

[redb5sdca]

Nice ride. ttt

[baisee00]

fix your front end! hehehe but you still have a nice ride and you're also an awesome cousin too :)

ttt

[kodomokid]

Was that you, Herman I saw this morning on McCarthy Blvd. around 9:20am? If it was you, then your car looks even better in person. :thumbup: I just moved down to this area. My B5 is a little dirty.:whistle: Anyways good to see another modded B5 if it was you.

Brian

[1EDYSON]

bump