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Old Sep 16, 2003 | 12:01 PM
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What should my next mod be?

Here's what I got and what I think about it:

Engine:
Place Racing Cold Air Intake
Budget Y-Pipe
Resonated Race Pipe
Custom Piping
Magnaflow Muffler
Under Drive Pulley

Always need more power. Since I'm a 99, not sure if I want the MEVI without the higher redline. What other choices do I have? Forced Induction is all I can think of… oh, and the shorty headers


Suspension:
H&R coil springs
KYB AGX struts
Addco rear sway bar
Front strut tower brace
Energy Suspension bushings
18" Mille Miglia Evo 5 wheels
235/40 Bridgestone Potenza S-03 tires

I think I might like SFC's, but a little worried about ground clearance. The roads suck up here in WI. Overall I'm pretty happy with the suspension set-up, but now I'm addicted and can't stop moding.


Brakes and tranny:
B&M short throw shifter
Brembo slotted/cross drilled rotors
Axxis Metal Master brake pads
Technafit SS Braided Lines

I would like a LSD, but don't feel like forking out over a grand for one. I plan to get redline gear oil yet this fall. I'm happy with my brakes, but who could argue with a set of brembos. A clutch might be a common recommendation. Id like more power first though.


Beautification:
Stillen body kit
Clear corner lenses
Clear turn signal tail lights
Sylvania Silverstar 9004 bulbs
Hella supertone horns
Stillen battery tie down
Nismo Oil Cap
OBX titanium pedals
Nismo Valve Stem Covers
Custom Grill Mesh

Enough with the fancy sh*t already… well, maybe window tint…


So what do you guys think I should throw money I don't have at?
Old Sep 16, 2003 | 12:48 PM
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It all depends on what you want to start out first, if you prefer looks over power, go w/ the cosmetic mods, if you want performance over looks, go w/ performance mods ... The roads are as bad here in MI so suspension-wise I'd probably stick w/ something that gives you the best of both worlds (handling and comfort) w/o feeling every single bump ... all I can say is do whatever you feel is right and start out whereever you want to start, but if it were me I'd start out small first then work my way up

Good luck on your mods and let us know how everything goes
Old Sep 16, 2003 | 12:51 PM
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Big brake kit
Old Sep 16, 2003 | 12:57 PM
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Old Sep 16, 2003 | 12:59 PM
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N20 all the way!
Old Sep 16, 2003 | 04:02 PM
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weight reduction:

dynobat battery
sparco racing seats
carbon fiber hood

those three mods are probably worth a .1 off 1/4 mile time ... WHO'S GOT CASH TO BURN?
Old Sep 16, 2003 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Ceasars Chariot
weight reduction:

dynobat battery
sparco racing seats
carbon fiber hood

those three mods are probably worth a .1 off 1/4 mile time ... WHO'S GOT CASH TO BURN?
That's a good idea Ceasar, maybe I'll look for some seats. The ball park seats in there got me hanging on for dear life while AutoXing. They would have the bling factor, plus it would help on the weight reduction. I'm breaking into the 14's next spring if it takes 20 runs! I'm looking into some lightweight rims in the spring. I kinda wish someone just made a hood that was lightweight, like out of fiberglass or something. Save me some cash since I prefer to paint it anyway. Is a dynobat a drycell like an optima?
Old Sep 16, 2003 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by luckee2bhere
N20 all the way!
I have thought of that in the back of my mind. Just not sure if I'm a Nitrous kina guy or not.
Old Sep 17, 2003 | 12:46 AM
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 02:08 AM
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Old Sep 17, 2003 | 02:55 AM
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the seats should cut close to 50 pounds off.

Lightweight rims rule !

Is a dynobat a drycell like an optima? yes it weighs 13.5 pounds. and is the same just cost a bit more 135 i believe
Old Sep 17, 2003 | 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Ceasars Chariot
the seats should cut close to 50 pounds off.

Lightweight rims rule !

Is a dynobat a drycell like an optima? yes it weighs 13.5 pounds. and is the same just cost a bit more 135 i believe
how much weight does a lightweight battery cut off?


dude EVERYONE IS A NITROUS GUY!!!!
Old Sep 17, 2003 | 11:46 AM
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get HID's definitely
Old Sep 17, 2003 | 11:52 AM
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light weight flywheel
Old Sep 17, 2003 | 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by luckee2bhere
dude EVERYONE IS A NITROUS GUY!!!!
Yeah, you're right, what was I thinking. Power is probably the thing I want most anyway.

Maybe in the spring!
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