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06-16-2010, 02:53 AM
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First upgrades Ok so i've got a dmh cutout and a tuner, now i need some really good basic ideas to get some hp. What are some other cheap ideas. I dont need a turbo and cam but mods in the area of airlids and underdrive pulleys, keep it really simple. Im just getting started so thanks for the help!
06-16-2010, 04:47 AM
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and lid and all the free mods could be a start. what's your budget? longtubes of course and exhaust will help depending on what your willing to do or can do.
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-o...anna-fast.html
That link pretty much sums it up. I've read that thing like 90 times and still can't decide if I want my car to be a straight line set up or a corner carving monster, depends on if I get a cheap beater I guess. Oh well, either way, this is a really good starting point.
That link pretty much sums it up. I've read that thing like 90 times and still can't decide if I want my car to be a straight line set up or a corner carving monster, depends on if I get a cheap beater I guess. Oh well, either way, this is a really good starting point.
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Starting w/ all the free mods and then the cheap mods and work your way up.That is what i did and i got about $3500 in my car total and running high 11's so start simple and work your way up and spend your money wisely.
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I would say about $3000 for now. Are the cold air induction packages that SLP sells worth the money? And i need some help bc i get a free exhaust kit from one of my family members. How is the GMMG chambered exhaust with a CME style that doesnt sacrifice hp or torque right?
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06-16-2010, 08:59 PM
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I would say about $3000 for now. Are the cold air induction packages that SLP sells worth the money? And i need some help bc i get a free exhaust kit from one of my family members. How is the GMMG chambered exhaust with a CME style that doesnt sacrifice hp or torque right?
What transmision do you have M6 or a A4 ? Do you need emissions where you live ?
That saves you $500 or so alredy having the ls6 intake.
06-16-2010, 09:19 PM
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If it's an a4 torque converter will get you the most et drop and also it will be a noticeable difference! Otherwise lid headers ory(if you don't have to worry about emmisions). plugs wires(depending on mileage).And last but not least a dyno tune to get the absolute most out of your car.
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06-16-2010, 10:22 PM
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A good budget build; if you happen to find used parts like a used UD pulley the total below will be even less, but this list is an excellent starting point. *Note: Add $100 if you upgrade from Painted Headers to Ceramic Coated. Recommended for humid areas*
This build should be good for strong low 12's and maybe even 11.8's to 11.9's at sea level on a good day.
$200 Underdrive Pulley
$200 Fast Toys Ram Air
$90 Lid
$65 Ported Throttle Body (by one of the sponsers on this site)
$300 LS6 Intake Shipped (classifieds on LS1tech)
$478 Pacesetter Painted Headers Shipped (with spark plugs, plug and play 02 extensions, off road y-pipe and all necessary hardware for install)
$37 Manual Cut out
$125 Mail Order Tune by LS1tech sponser "Frost"
$725 3200-3600 Stall Convertor
$80 Pair of Pick and pull 4th Gen wheels for Drag Radials
$400 Pair of Mickey Thompson or Hoosier Drag Radials
$270 3.73 Ring and Pinion with complete install kit
$2,970 Total
This build should be good for strong low 12's and maybe even 11.8's to 11.9's at sea level on a good day.
$200 Underdrive Pulley
$200 Fast Toys Ram Air
$90 Lid
$65 Ported Throttle Body (by one of the sponsers on this site)
$300 LS6 Intake Shipped (classifieds on LS1tech)
$478 Pacesetter Painted Headers Shipped (with spark plugs, plug and play 02 extensions, off road y-pipe and all necessary hardware for install)
$37 Manual Cut out
$125 Mail Order Tune by LS1tech sponser "Frost"
$725 3200-3600 Stall Convertor
$80 Pair of Pick and pull 4th Gen wheels for Drag Radials
$400 Pair of Mickey Thompson or Hoosier Drag Radials
$270 3.73 Ring and Pinion with complete install kit
$2,970 Total
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A good budget build; if you happen to find used parts like a used UD pulley the total below will be even less, but this list is an excellent starting point. *Note: Add $100 if you upgrade from Painted Headers to Ceramic Coated. Recommended for humid areas*
This build should be good for strong low 12's and maybe even 11.8's to 11.9's at sea level on a good day.
$200 Underdrive Pulley
$200 Fast Toys Ram Air
$90 Lid
$65 Ported Throttle Body (by one of the sponsers on this site)
$300 LS6 Intake Shipped (classifieds on LS1tech)
$478 Pacesetter Painted Headers Shipped (with spark plugs, plug and play 02 extensions, off road y-pipe and all necessary hardware for install)
$37 Manual Cut out
$125 Mail Order Tune by LS1tech sponser "Frost"
$725 3200-3600 Stall Convertor
$80 Pair of Pick and pull 4th Gen wheels for Drag Radials
$400 Pair of Mickey Thompson or Hoosier Drag Radials
$270 3.73 Ring and Pinion with complete install kit
$2,970 Total
This build should be good for strong low 12's and maybe even 11.8's to 11.9's at sea level on a good day.
$200 Underdrive Pulley
$200 Fast Toys Ram Air
$90 Lid
$65 Ported Throttle Body (by one of the sponsers on this site)
$300 LS6 Intake Shipped (classifieds on LS1tech)
$478 Pacesetter Painted Headers Shipped (with spark plugs, plug and play 02 extensions, off road y-pipe and all necessary hardware for install)
$37 Manual Cut out
$125 Mail Order Tune by LS1tech sponser "Frost"
$725 3200-3600 Stall Convertor
$80 Pair of Pick and pull 4th Gen wheels for Drag Radials
$400 Pair of Mickey Thompson or Hoosier Drag Radials
$270 3.73 Ring and Pinion with complete install kit
$2,970 Total
06-24-2010, 04:05 PM
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A good budget build; if you happen to find used parts like a used UD pulley the total below will be even less, but this list is an excellent starting point. *Note: Add $100 if you upgrade from Painted Headers to Ceramic Coated. Recommended for humid areas*
This build should be good for strong low 12's and maybe even 11.8's to 11.9's at sea level on a good day.
$200 Underdrive Pulley
$200 Fast Toys Ram Air
$90 Lid
$65 Ported Throttle Body (by one of the sponsers on this site)
$300 LS6 Intake Shipped (classifieds on LS1tech)
$478 Pacesetter Painted Headers Shipped (with spark plugs, plug and play 02 extensions, off road y-pipe and all necessary hardware for install)
$37 Manual Cut out
$125 Mail Order Tune by LS1tech sponser "Frost"
$725 3200-3600 Stall Convertor
$80 Pair of Pick and pull 4th Gen wheels for Drag Radials
$400 Pair of Mickey Thompson or Hoosier Drag Radials
$270 3.73 Ring and Pinion with complete install kit
$2,970 Total
This build should be good for strong low 12's and maybe even 11.8's to 11.9's at sea level on a good day.
$200 Underdrive Pulley
$200 Fast Toys Ram Air
$90 Lid
$65 Ported Throttle Body (by one of the sponsers on this site)
$300 LS6 Intake Shipped (classifieds on LS1tech)
$478 Pacesetter Painted Headers Shipped (with spark plugs, plug and play 02 extensions, off road y-pipe and all necessary hardware for install)
$37 Manual Cut out
$125 Mail Order Tune by LS1tech sponser "Frost"
$725 3200-3600 Stall Convertor
$80 Pair of Pick and pull 4th Gen wheels for Drag Radials
$400 Pair of Mickey Thompson or Hoosier Drag Radials
$270 3.73 Ring and Pinion with complete install kit
$2,970 Total