Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
08-07-2008, 08:57 PM
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Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
Alright so I have a 06 manual GT, w/ 2 1/2 xpipe and 4 inch Corsa viper tips.... Thats it...
I need some help picking out my mods... I'm a newb and have little time to research or understand much about cars. I want mods that aren't going to f**k up my engine fast and its a DD. If you could please add how much RWHP gains your mod's will probably add it would be much appriciated
I need some help picking out my mods... I'm a newb and have little time to research or understand much about cars. I want mods that aren't going to f**k up my engine fast and its a DD. If you could please add how much RWHP gains your mod's will probably add it would be much appriciated
08-07-2008, 09:12 PM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
CAI and tune, one piece DS, gears, and short throw shifter. Any suspension components to get all the power to the ground.
CAI/tune about $600 and install yourself
the DS price varies but drop 20+ pounds from the driveshaft and less rotational mass means more HP to get the ground. So about $575 and have someone install (200 maybe?)
Gears 3.73 or 4.10 and get installed by a pro. cost plus gears should not be over $500 dollars -(get a guarantee that they will not whine)
Short throw shifter for $300 (MGW) and install yourself......Tacobill has a write up on the main page of the 2005+ section.
Supplement any of the suspension components for any of the above that you dont want and you are well on your way to 300+ RWHP
CAI/tune about $600 and install yourself
the DS price varies but drop 20+ pounds from the driveshaft and less rotational mass means more HP to get the ground. So about $575 and have someone install (200 maybe?)
Gears 3.73 or 4.10 and get installed by a pro. cost plus gears should not be over $500 dollars -(get a guarantee that they will not whine)
Short throw shifter for $300 (MGW) and install yourself......Tacobill has a write up on the main page of the 2005+ section.
Supplement any of the suspension components for any of the above that you dont want and you are well on your way to 300+ RWHP
08-07-2008, 09:48 PM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
What mygt500 said plus Steeda underdrive pulleys. Although I already have 3.55s and did not get lower gears, my car drives great with the mods mentioned here.
08-07-2008, 11:27 PM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
i would say cai+ tune for absolutely sure then mgw shifter cause they are so much fun then gears and since its your dd i would say no ds just for the fact you can have get ALOT of vibrations and they are just a pain in the *** when this happens... ive had some ds issues in the past and i wish i just hadnt gotten it
08-08-2008, 04:29 AM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
Fastford20- r u lowered?....did u install the DS or a pro? What is your pinion angle and was it checked before and after......IMO the DS is a great mod and many have had no issues and installed them at home or on their own. JMO but food for thought
08-08-2008, 04:47 AM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
ORIGINAL: mygt500
CAI and tune, one piece DS, gears, and short throw shifter. Any suspension components to get all the power to the ground.
CAI/tune about $600 and install yourself
the DS price varies but drop 20+ pounds from the driveshaft and less rotational mass means more HP to get the ground. So about $575 and have someone install (200 maybe?)
Gears 3.73 or 4.10 and get installed by a pro. cost plus gears should not be over $500 dollars -(get a guarantee that they will not whine)
Short throw shifter for $300 (MGW) and install yourself......Tacobill has a write up on the main page of the 2005+ section.
Supplement any of the suspension components for any of the above that you dont want and you are well on your way to 300+ RWHP
CAI and tune, one piece DS, gears, and short throw shifter. Any suspension components to get all the power to the ground.
CAI/tune about $600 and install yourself
the DS price varies but drop 20+ pounds from the driveshaft and less rotational mass means more HP to get the ground. So about $575 and have someone install (200 maybe?)
Gears 3.73 or 4.10 and get installed by a pro. cost plus gears should not be over $500 dollars -(get a guarantee that they will not whine)
Short throw shifter for $300 (MGW) and install yourself......Tacobill has a write up on the main page of the 2005+ section.
Supplement any of the suspension components for any of the above that you dont want and you are well on your way to 300+ RWHP
08-08-2008, 06:33 AM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
See my sig.
CAI/Tune + gears before anything. Then I'd look at some LCA's and the DS. Those mods made the biggest difference.
BTW - I am not lowered and have not experienced any problems with DS.
UDP's, the shifter andtorque limiters werenice cheap upgrade, but I'd do them later.
CAI/Tune + gears before anything. Then I'd look at some LCA's and the DS. Those mods made the biggest difference.
BTW - I am not lowered and have not experienced any problems with DS.
UDP's, the shifter andtorque limiters werenice cheap upgrade, but I'd do them later.
08-08-2008, 07:19 AM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
Shorty Headers - 350
Off Road H Pipe - 200
Axle Back Flows - 350
CAI + Tuner - 600
Lowering Springs - 250
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Total cost $1,750.00
With the exception of maybe the springs, you can probably install most of that yourself or with a friend. You said youre a newb so I'd definately take your time with it and make sure you're making safety a priority. Last thing you want to do is get under a car without jack stands.
You're car will sound like a mean Mother F**ker and be faster than stock
Best of luck with whatever you do bro
Off Road H Pipe - 200
Axle Back Flows - 350
CAI + Tuner - 600
Lowering Springs - 250
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Total cost $1,750.00
With the exception of maybe the springs, you can probably install most of that yourself or with a friend. You said youre a newb so I'd definately take your time with it and make sure you're making safety a priority. Last thing you want to do is get under a car without jack stands.
You're car will sound like a mean Mother F**ker and be faster than stock
Best of luck with whatever you do bro
08-08-2008, 08:08 AM
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RE: Spend My 2k on Mods!!!
I wouldnt worry about shorty headers yet...
I agree with mygt500... CAI/Tune is top of the list. Gears are next. I do agree with lowering it. and I also do agree with the driveshaft!!! (love mine)... and make sure you check the pinion angle before/after like stated. driveshaft is a very good mod if its installed properly...
Horsepower wise, you are probably lookin at anywhere from 280 to 295 to the wheels? I dont know what your car has stock. But the bottom line is, that setup will get you going... so brace yourself...
I agree with mygt500... CAI/Tune is top of the list. Gears are next. I do agree with lowering it. and I also do agree with the driveshaft!!! (love mine)... and make sure you check the pinion angle before/after like stated. driveshaft is a very good mod if its installed properly...
Horsepower wise, you are probably lookin at anywhere from 280 to 295 to the wheels? I dont know what your car has stock. But the bottom line is, that setup will get you going... so brace yourself...