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Old 01-16-2007, 03:10 AM
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Ok i have i a paxton novi 1000, long tube headers, o/r x-pipe, flows, gears, diablo tuned(dynoed), nittos. And thats all, what kind of mods can i do power wise while running stock internals? how far can i push it I'm at 345 rwhp right now. also what would be good suspension mods. I'm all stock in that area.
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Old 01-16-2007, 03:22 AM
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Do some intake parts, CAI, TB, Plenum, Intake Mani, crank up the boost, whatever.

400-420rwhp is alright on a GOOD tune. Its all in the tune.
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Old 01-16-2007, 03:24 AM
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yea thats what i was thinkin, but how much boost can i hold i'm runnin 7-8 now. and what would be the best quarter mile suspension mods?
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Old 01-16-2007, 03:29 AM
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Im not saying this b/c Im to lazy to post them myself, I just can remember.

Go to the sticky's and look at the Tech and how to articles, then go to the 12sec 2v post. All the suspension you need is gonna be there.

You may end up needing a built rear if you are gonna get serious about dragging. Sticky tires are gonna be a MUST also.
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Old 01-16-2007, 03:32 AM
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traction?

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Old 01-16-2007, 03:39 PM
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U and L rear control arms and subframe connectors will help you hook up better.
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Old 01-16-2007, 03:47 PM
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Hey,

I'm looking at a Novi 1000 from THR, how do you like it ? I have a 98 GT, I'll have ported pi heads comp cams, exhaust. I was hoping for 350-380whp with the Novi @ 6psi. Do you think I'll make it. Also your running 7-8 psi, are you intercooled?

Sorry to kinda jack your thread, but doesn't seem to be alot of Novis around

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Ok i have i a paxton novi 1000, long tube headers, o/r x-pipe, flows, gears, diablo tuned(dynoed), nittos. And thats all, what kind of mods can i do power wise while running stock internals? how far can i push it I'm at 375 rwhp right now. also what would be good suspension mods. I'm all stock in that area.
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Old 01-16-2007, 05:21 PM
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I love my Novi1000, I'm looking to increase my power soon aswell. Gotta get my stupid caster/camber plates and **** taken care of first though. Still have stock gears, its rediculous.

But anyway, love my Novi1000...you will too! I'm running 8psi non intercooled. Catted X-pipe, flowmasters, and the blower are it for power adding mods. Unless you count my 13lb flywheel.
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Old 01-16-2007, 05:30 PM
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On stock internals you're good up to about 450RWHP. But once you get to that magic 400 number, you're pushin it. Some engines can take it, some can't. The tune will have a lot to do with it. But to get more HP, up the boost a couple of lbs. and add a TB/Plenum. That'll get you closer to 400RWHP.
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Hey,

I'm looking at a Novi 1000 from THR, how do you like it ? I have a 98 GT, I'll have ported pi heads comp cams, exhaust. I was hoping for 350-380whp with the Novi @ 6psi. Do you think I'll make it. Also your running 7-8 psi, are you intercooled?

Sorry to kinda jack your thread, but doesn't seem to be alot of Novis around

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Ok i have i a paxton novi 1000, long tube headers, o/r x-pipe, flows, gears, diablo tuned(dynoed), nittos. And thats all, what kind of mods can i do power wise while running stock internals? how far can i push it I'm at 375 rwhp right now. also what would be good suspension mods. I'm all stock in that area.
"except you get to hang out with your working friends."

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You wouldn't want to make 6psi. I'd imagine the charger comes with the 8 psi pulley stock, idk.

As a reference point I'm making 352 rwhp on an otherwise bone stock mustang. Mods in my sig.
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