DCzapla

Once I get my tax return Im heading to brenspeed for a steeda CAI and tune. Can't wait to get it done. Also may get some FRPP cam covers aswell

ScarlettD1MR

Brenspeed does some great work.

I'd recommend using that $300 for Valve Covers for an actual performance part instead... You know, if you're moving in the performance direction

DCzapla

Not sure what else id get. CAI and tune. Already has 62mm TB, and underdrive pulleys.any suggestions?

ScarlettD1MR

I would have a few things to suggest, but it would help to know the goals for your car.

Sporty Daily?
Track ****?
Trailer Queen?

There are plenty of low-cost suspension/handling modifications that can be done for about the same price... And a few more power related components like gearing (though that will cost you some on install if you don't do it yourself)...

Nuke

Be sure to inform Brenspeed that you have an aftermarket TB. They provide little to no gain on a naturally aspirated S197 and are known problems. As far as what other mods, an aluminum DS would probably gain... or free-up, actually... about the same RWHP as the UDP's. Performance depends on how deep your pockets are.

DCzapla

Its just a summer free time car, drive it on nice days, however I do want a little extra grunt out of it for the fun factor. The BBK TB was installed by the previous owner, as were the UDP

mayo

The guys at brenspeed are great, you will enjoy the visit!
While its a little more than the $300 you have allocated, a gear change would be next on my list for performance.
Save the cam covers for when you do a cam upgrade since they will have to be removed anyways.

ScarlettD1MR

Totally worth the gearing change... You'll spend right around $300 on just the gears and install kit itself, but most shops I've seen can do gearing from anywhere between $200-$500 depending on where you go.

Or, like I said, if you've got the wrenching know-how, you could always do it yourself... If you go that route, make sure you get FRPP gears... Wouldn't recommend anything more than 3.73's if you want a comfortable daily... 4.10's if you are the super-aggressive type...

Just be careful... Once you get gearing done... You're going to want a short-throw too... At least in my experience - it creates the itch.

Welcome to your money pit lol

DCzapla

Gears hmmm. Maybe that's the next move 3.73 gears. Does ford racing sell those gears.

tj@steeda

That is a great package you are getting from the boys over at Brenspeed ... enjoy!

Best Regards,

TJ