winter mods
09-14-2005, 06:46 PM
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winter mods what is everybody planning to do to their cars over the winter.
just a short list
1 koni shocks on all 4 corners
2 5 point rollbar
3 stage II redline heads 2.05/1.59 I know they are not as good as most but my wallet says different.
4 new carpet
5 lsx intake or something along those line.
still debating on the 50 shot of nitrous.
just a short list
1 koni shocks on all 4 corners
2 5 point rollbar
3 stage II redline heads 2.05/1.59 I know they are not as good as most but my wallet says different.
4 new carpet
5 lsx intake or something along those line.
still debating on the 50 shot of nitrous.
09-15-2005, 12:20 AM
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Take it from me that you won't even feel the 50 shot. I already bumped mine up from when Ryan and I put it in my car. I am running about 75 right now because I am too afraid to pop in the biggest jet he gave me just yet.
09-15-2005, 12:36 AM
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Originally Posted by TwoFast4Lv
I am not going to mod a thing on mine this winter 
09-15-2005, 01:04 AM
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Just putting that blue land rocket together will be work enough. Then there's all the work everyone else (read: "me") will have for you this winter.
LOL here is the most recent picture set
http://photobucket.com/albums/y294/picsaplenty/ellis/
San's....well just about every thing but body panels.
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09-15-2005, 01:07 AM
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I don't want to do anything, but we all know how that goes. My downfall is just before racing season and then when the season starts everyone seems to have done so much I have to do something. Last summer I wasn't going to do anything. From Dec 04-July 05 I put, Bilstein shocks, safety loop, 2600 stall, then a few months later a 3400 stall, 3:42 gears, K&N FIPK, Nitto's, LT headers, Ported my TB myself, Kenwood stereo, capacitor for amp, stull billet grill, halo black headlights, geesh, billet antenna etc etc. So much for the car goes good enough and I'm not going to mod it. Dropped my times from 13.54 to 12.696 and more is in it.
So this winter/summer, up in the air but possible-For sure a tune from Ellis, wheels and tires 17 or 18, cam maybe, and I was suprised the other day my wife was thinking a turbo or supercharger would be a good thing(thats not like her lol). But then a new rear would be in need and a tranny build up, so may not do it. But I do want to get to 12.2's area and I will be a happy camper.
So this winter/summer, up in the air but possible-For sure a tune from Ellis, wheels and tires 17 or 18, cam maybe, and I was suprised the other day my wife was thinking a turbo or supercharger would be a good thing(thats not like her lol). But then a new rear would be in need and a tranny build up, so may not do it. But I do want to get to 12.2's area and I will be a happy camper.
09-15-2005, 01:21 AM
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Originally Posted by howierd42
Take it from me that you won't even feel the 50 shot. I already bumped mine up from when Ryan and I put it in my car. I am running about 75 right now because I am too afraid to pop in the biggest jet he gave me just yet.
I plan to:
Camaro:
Take to body shop to get fixed
Install line lock
Make a shift light
Install driveshaft loop
Clean really good
Possibly ditch the UGLY stock exhaust for a dumped muffler if I can find something quiet enough before the axle
Volvo:
Big 3" intercooler
3" downpipe
And if I have the time/money I'll be getting a Holset turbo, MegaSquirt, bigger injectors
My goal eventually is 250+rwhp which should be fun for a daily driver
09-15-2005, 02:24 AM
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Originally Posted by NVME88GT
Gas and oil changes
You know if you run w/o it you can cut down on windage and save like 20 hp. Nate
Not that I'm calling you stupid Ellis....
09-15-2005, 08:27 AM
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On the car I might get around to re-installing the line lock and STB.
On the truck I'm making an A/C delete plate, install an ajustable fuel pressure regulator, put in a torque converter unlock switch, new radiator, new power steering gearbox.
Also get a helmet.
I can't go too crazy on anything. Biggest plans for the winter is get the plans in line so we can start builiding our new house in the spring.
On the truck I'm making an A/C delete plate, install an ajustable fuel pressure regulator, put in a torque converter unlock switch, new radiator, new power steering gearbox.
Also get a helmet.
I can't go too crazy on anything. Biggest plans for the winter is get the plans in line so we can start builiding our new house in the spring.
09-15-2005, 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted by howierd42
Take it from me that you won't even feel the 50 shot. I already bumped mine up from when Ryan and I put it in my car. I am running about 75 right now because I am too afraid to pop in the biggest jet he gave me just yet.
maybe you should give me a ride in yours, then i can have a good point of reference.If i go with the nitrous somebody else will have to set it up...I think i can do the heads myself(ellis stop screaming)If i fail i have a car trailer all setup. Last edited by slowpokez28; 09-15-2005 at 09:56 AM.
09-15-2005, 10:24 AM
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Well, my main plan for the winter is to do the truck-delete mod. I'm looking at getting back into a WRX again, I really love those cars.
As for teh PuRpL3.... I'm planning a converter and a full exhaust for it at the minimum, but depending on how the job hunt turns out, I might also be looking at building a motor for it. Looking very seriously at that 402 stroker LS2 kit right now, that seems like an awesome deal.
That car is GOING to run 12's next year. I'm tired of being the slow one.
As for teh PuRpL3.... I'm planning a converter and a full exhaust for it at the minimum, but depending on how the job hunt turns out, I might also be looking at building a motor for it. Looking very seriously at that 402 stroker LS2 kit right now, that seems like an awesome deal.
That car is GOING to run 12's next year. I'm tired of being the slow one.
09-15-2005, 01:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Z ANGEL
That'll take all your Mod money right there! 
09-15-2005, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Nate_Taufer
You change your oil? What a *****. You know if you run w/o it you can cut down on windage and save like 20 hp.
Nate
You know if you run w/o it you can cut down on windage and save like 20 hp. Nate
09-15-2005, 02:47 PM
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Ummm...I'll probably be having to upgrade the girlfriend. I'd like to have one w/ a better CFM spec, less mileage, and will not whine. lol j/j (She's gonna kill me if she reads this.)