Headers or intake?
09-27-2012, 02:00 PM
#22
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Hey MF'ers, Got an '05 premium edition GT with 56,xxx miles on it. The only "modifications" if you want to call it that, are the Pypes Muffler deletes I put on. My next decision is should I get a CAI, a no tune required one, or shorty headers? I have it set in my mind I don't want to hook it up to a tuner, just looking to put on some aftermarket mods. Any suggestions as to which I should do first?
We've seen around 30-35HP and 25-30 ft/lbs TQ gains to the wheels with our CAI & tuner combo. Our CAI is made in the USA and features a lifetime warranty.
Let me know if I can help you with anything.
09-27-2012, 02:41 PM
#23
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And emmisions? Since when does the header have anything to do with that. As long as you maintain a catted mid you will pass emmisions. Also a tune is recommended for any mod done to these cars, and can be done with a canned tune, no need for dyno. Is it needed for shorties? No.. But a tune is usually the first recommended mod... And again, the potential for LTs is still much higher for any future mods.
09-27-2012, 03:01 PM
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Technically, it's against the law IN ANY STATE to remove a properly functioning catalytic converter. It doesn't matter if you replace it with an aftermarket unit or not. There are places (read CA) where if the emissions inspector is being a tool you WILL NOT PASS even if you have aftermarket cats. It may not be an issue for everyone, but it is an issue for some.
Weirdest thing...
09-28-2012, 12:40 PM
#26
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Run a high octane tune for a few weeks and then switch back to original stock tune. You'll be like "What the hell? I don't remember my acceleration being this slow!"
09-28-2012, 12:53 PM
#27
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+1! Also when you put the intake on, take a few extra minutes and clean your Throttle Body. I put everything on and a week later read about the TSB on the Throttle body and it made a big difference and since you will already be pulling the intake you might as well. Enjoy!
12-04-2012, 12:41 PM
#29
im going through a similar issue with my mustang. I have an 06 gt and im not sure if i want to buy an intake and tuner first or get my BBK longtubes and xpipe first. As much as i really want the sound of those nasty longtubes, it wouldnt make much sense to install them and a catted X without a proper tune (from what ive been reading lately, correct me if im wrong anyone).
My suggestion is get a tune-reqiured intake AND tune it. Wouldn't make much sense to buy one that doesn't require a tune because it'll basically just be under the hood for looks.
The Air Raid / Tuner combo at americanmuscle.com will give you the most power and its on sale right now at $590. Also, you get free tunes for life so if you purchase those shorty headers you can email them a new mod list and they'll get you a new specific tune, FREE. A little expensive? Yes, But in the long run its worth it IMO.
My suggestion is get a tune-reqiured intake AND tune it. Wouldn't make much sense to buy one that doesn't require a tune because it'll basically just be under the hood for looks.
The Air Raid / Tuner combo at americanmuscle.com will give you the most power and its on sale right now at $590. Also, you get free tunes for life so if you purchase those shorty headers you can email them a new mod list and they'll get you a new specific tune, FREE. A little expensive? Yes, But in the long run its worth it IMO.
12-30-2012, 01:10 PM
#30
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I agree with TomKat. Also forget the Shorty Headers everyone says no since you get hardly nothing but a sound improvement from them!
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