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Old 06-05-2013, 09:35 AM
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Old 06-05-2013, 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by BrazenStang
I disagree with that statement. A CAI and Tune is pretty much the standard for those just getting started. There is no need to upgrade suspension and tires to get the full benefit of those power adds. Every build is different, and OP first needs to decide what he wants to get out of the car. DD, track car, or strip? Or a little of everything? You never know, he might just want to do visual mods like wheels, tires, lights, etc.
I have to agree with both of you. My car is not a DD, but I drive it anytime the weather is nice. Since giving it full suspension, the ride is much firmer, and my wife actually does not like riding it in anymore since a lot of our local streets suck. On a V6 car, power and visual mods can be utilized just fine without tearing into the suspension and sacrificing the stock ride comfort. I do recommend getting some good tires to help put the power to the pavement and keep your stopping distance in check. Other than that, looks like the other guys are getting you off on the right foot! Congrats on the purchase, and welcome to the forum.
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Old 06-06-2013, 01:30 AM
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Once again thank you all for the quick response and feedback, its a lot to think about. But I will get pictures up sometime tomorrow after work.
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Old 06-06-2013, 01:31 AM
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And thank you for the very warm welcome!
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Old 06-07-2013, 12:53 AM
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Ok I am thinking my first modification is going to be a visual one. Installing 2 vinyl red Lemans Stripes down the center with a good 2in gap in between. The cars color being black and all I have a feeling that 2 red strips going down the center would look shweet!
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Old 06-07-2013, 06:33 AM
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Originally Posted by BrazenStang
I disagree with that statement. A CAI and Tune is pretty much the standard for those just getting started. There is no need to upgrade suspension and tires to get the full benefit of those power adds. Every build is different, and OP first needs to decide what he wants to get out of the car. DD, track car, or strip? Or a little of everything? You never know, he might just want to do visual mods like wheels, tires, lights, etc.
Some folks don't care about going in a straight line so they'll disagree with your statement as well.
Guess what? When I leave my house there is a turn, then another one and... another one, wait! There are a bunch of them!
They all are 30/35mph turns so how much power do I need to negotiate that even by blatantly breaking the law and going like a maniac? I say not much.
But body roll will be there day in day out, screw that.
First thing I did was upgrading springs/shocks and sway bar...
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