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10-12-2010, 11:34 PM
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performance hey guys this is my first thread but ive been reading for a while now but im stuck on deciding on what performance parts i can get now i have a 2006 ss impala with a k&n cold air 2.5 cat back with no resonator with flowmaster 44 and a diablosport programmer i have run out of ideas on what to get. i was thinking of some headers but for the performance gain i would rather save my money for some rocker arms or something. i work on jet engines for a living so i have mechanical abilities the only problem is that this is my only car so i need something i can put on in like 2-6 hours any help?
10-12-2010, 11:58 PM
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Headers would probably help out more than rocker arms. Other than that, replacing the Flowmasters with another muffler would help some and getting a custom wideband tune are a few places to start.
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10-13-2010, 12:03 AM
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thanks we have a local dyno tuning here but i just havent had the time to call them for a dyno and a tune i tried getting a 2008 g8 gt the other day but the dealer wasnt budging they were giving me 9k for my car and 23k for the g8 but i still owe alot but they wanted 30k plus 1500 in cash and i couldnt do it but ive been tryin to talk my wife into lettin me get a gto but im about to have another baby so i dont think a 2 door would work out to good
10-13-2010, 01:32 AM
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I tried to find thw link but theres 1.95 roller rockers that have been tested to 18hp at the wheels. I remember calling the place and they said stock springs would be fine too. I'll keep looking though.
10-13-2010, 01:37 AM
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http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_p...=953&catid=104
Ah hah! I found it. Hope this helps.
Edit: Oh yea. I was told you gotta take the alternator out to get the back valve cover off, besides that its supposed to be easy.
Ah hah! I found it. Hope this helps.
Edit: Oh yea. I was told you gotta take the alternator out to get the back valve cover off, besides that its supposed to be easy.
10-13-2010, 04:14 AM
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nah, just a little bit of twisting does the trick, had mine off a few times and the alternator does not jave to be touched.
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10-13-2010, 06:58 AM
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Welcome!
If you don't want the headers,then get a Hogan DP and have Lew adjust your Diablo programer...You could also port your TB and Intake mani...
Me I have an 08 ImpSS and with the Headers,K & N aircharger,MagnaFlow catback, I'm seeing great results...
*EDIT* Now I just need to get her tuned,that's if I keep her...
If you don't want the headers,then get a Hogan DP and have Lew adjust your Diablo programer...You could also port your TB and Intake mani...
Me I have an 08 ImpSS and with the Headers,K & N aircharger,MagnaFlow catback, I'm seeing great results...
*EDIT* Now I just need to get her tuned,that's if I keep her...
10-13-2010, 08:38 AM
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see with the headers i looked at it and thats one hell of a squeeze in the back i dont have any lifts or anything special to move the engine thats why i was looking at the rockers now about the rockers could i just replace them and not any push rods or springs?
10-13-2010, 11:31 AM
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http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_p...=953&catid=104
Ah hah! I found it. Hope this helps.
Edit: Oh yea. I was told you gotta take the alternator out to get the back valve cover off, besides that its supposed to be easy.
Ah hah! I found it. Hope this helps.
Edit: Oh yea. I was told you gotta take the alternator out to get the back valve cover off, besides that its supposed to be easy.
10-13-2010, 12:02 PM
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alright so the question is what does this down pipe actually do if i would get one it will mostly be the catted one since i have a baby about to arive here in less then two weeks cant have it to loud
10-13-2010, 12:20 PM
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More like limited flow vs. flow (performance aspect) and passing vs. failing inspection respectively.
10-13-2010, 12:56 PM
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well im not worried about inspection since my car is registered in arizona and we dont have inspections were im from and the smell to i dont think my wife would like that smell at all
10-13-2010, 06:31 PM
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I would go with the headers... Check out the group buy we are doing now and sign up with WilliamGT... The headers will be worth the money IMO.... The headers cost $599 with the group buy and will cost you 900+ if you buy them from Thorley individually.