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Old 02-08-2006, 02:54 AM
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I think this is the right forum to post this question, sorry if it isn't.
Well I have the mods in my sig and am trying to figure out what to do next. I am thinking about subframe connectors and new break rotors; I can’t pass up to deal on www.WS6store.com. What do you guys think? These sound like the next logical steps?

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Old 02-08-2006, 03:00 AM
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I have those sfc's they made a big diff,also try some free mods they really work.
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Depends what you want from the car.

Suspension stuff is good, but the stock setup isn't bad. SFC are pretty cheap $100-140 same goes for new brakes, replacement grooved rotors can be had for $100 each.

But if you are happy with the stock brakes then maybe wait and do a full upgrade on them to bigger discs/calipers.

In terms of performance some LT headers and a new mid pipe would be worth while along with some 4.10 gears for the rear. A ported throttle body would also be worth while (can do it yourself or can get it done for ~$75).

The only things to watch out for, is one day you'll brake your 10 bolt rear and replace it with something stronger. Some of the chassis components like a torque arm are specific to which axle you have. So the aim is not to buy every thing twice.
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Subframe connectors are cheap and our flex prone chassis could use a helping hand.

For power the next step is longtube headers and a new Y-pipe.
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sfcs are not a bad idea at all.
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SFC's are a really good idea. One of the first things I did. As far as the rotors go, I would only get them if you really want them, or if you need them, such as current rotors being warped. Eventually you will want to get some better than stock rotors, but I would do more performance mods now, such as LTs and ORY. Of course this is just my opinion, others would say different. If you haven't already, you should read the sticky's at the top of this thread. They are very helpful and informative. Ultimately, it's your money, so do what is going to make you happy.
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Another vote for SFCs. Excellent mod for an F-body, it's always one of the first things I do when buying any 3rd or 4th gen F-car.
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SFCs are good, but don't bother with the drilled and slotted rotors (unless you just want them for looks, no improvements in braking performance) headers and y will give about a 25 hp increase (give or take a few)
The next step really depends on what you want to do with the car, is it your daily driver, or a weekend toy, do you want to drag race, or carve corners, or just show and cruise
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Thanks guys I am going to go with the SFC and forget about the rotors. I think long tubes and a Y pipe may be in my near future

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Good call, and good luck.




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