momo1978

I live in chicago, and have a 2010 v6 mustang premium. I would like to start giving it more power, what should i do? where in chicago should i do it? what should i expect to pay for it?
i really appreciate all your help

Young_Gun

Get a computer tuner

Best HP gain for the price (300 to 900)

I'd also recommend a true dual upgrade (with an x pipe)

7STANG

Yep, a tune and cai is usually what people do first.

momo1978

im not sure i know what either of those things do...can you explain what a computer upgrade does?
also i think my car has california emmisions? what does that mean.
please excuse my newbieness but i do want to learn what i can.
thanks

Young_Gun

All cars have a computer that essentially limits performance. Stock settings make cars run more like 4 door sedans. They also have speed and acceleration limits that limit your top speed and how fast you can get there.

A tune takes the limits off and lets your engine operate at the top of its game

A CAI gets more air into the engine faster, and more air = more power

The X pipe duals will get exhaust gases out of the engine faster, reducing back pressure on the cylinders and letting the engine operate faster

Nuke

I wouldn't worry about it. With the 30" of snow you'll have by tomorrow, you won't be driving for a week anyway.

Go to the Brenspeed and American Muscle websites and read thru their info on CAI & tune combos. A good custom tune is a big power gainer and goes hand-in-hand with a CAI for a few more RWHP. You'll see about 15-20 RWHP gain on your 4.0L with the combo plus better throttle response and shift points (auto). Very easy to install (unless you're doing it in a BLIZZARD).

BTW, I'm allowed to rub it in. I moved from Lake Zurich (NW burb) last year and left that white chit behind.

momo1978

chicago winters rocks!!!
ok, i have a better idea...thanks. any idea where in chicago i can get this done? also what does californina emmisions mean?

momo1978

just called a place who said what i need is a magnaflow dual and k&n air filter series 63 intake system.
total is $1400 installed.
whatdya think?

Young_Gun

California emissions - uggggg - even reading those words make me want to chuck a brick through the monitor

For the tuner, order one online

The CAI is really easy and pretty self explanatory to install yourself

The x pipe - any good mechanic should do

momo1978

it seems that even after the $1400 the dula magna flow exhaust, the cai from k&n i still would only get an extra 20hp. does this make sense? does the $1400 price installed make sense?
thanks