Looking to Mod. What should I get first??
Looking to Mod. What should I get first?? The car has 70,000 and is a 2001 TA, always has been stock except for a thermostat. I used to have a 96 Ws6.
Basically I wanna know what some good starter mods are for the Ls1
K&N?
Intake?
Headers?
Exhaust?
(AND WHAT BRANDS-BEST BANG FOR UR BUCK)
I lost some of my TA knowledge cuz I went and got a forced induction car. Need some guidence again!
Basically I wanna know what some good starter mods are for the Ls1
K&N?
Intake?
Headers?
Exhaust?
(AND WHAT BRANDS-BEST BANG FOR UR BUCK)
I lost some of my TA knowledge cuz I went and got a forced induction car. Need some guidence again!
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If your car's an A4 I would highly recommend a big 'ole stall as one of the first mods' behind a lid and CB. If it's an M6 I'd got with the lid, CB (or duals) and a set of LTs.
Most of these will likely require a tune for optimal power and operation.
Most of these will likely require a tune for optimal power and operation.
The car has 70,000 and is a 2001 TA, always has been stock except for a thermostat. I used to have a 96 Ws6.
Basically I wanna know what some good starter mods are for the Ls1
K&N?
Intake?
Headers?
Exhaust?
(AND WHAT BRANDS-BEST BANG FOR UR BUCK)
I lost some of my TA knowledge cuz I went and got a forced induction car. Need some guidence again!
Basically I wanna know what some good starter mods are for the Ls1
K&N?
Intake?
Headers?
Exhaust?
(AND WHAT BRANDS-BEST BANG FOR UR BUCK)
I lost some of my TA knowledge cuz I went and got a forced induction car. Need some guidence again!
Nice Cobalt! I've got Cavalier for my commuter, but I'd like to upgrade it to one of those eventually. My Fbody mod history, somewhat in order, is in my sig. I'd like to do a small cam next.
PS. I'd skip the K&N. Just keep a fresh Fram in there.
PS. I'd skip the K&N. Just keep a fresh Fram in there.
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FYI; Your 2001 came with the LS6 intake. This is a very well performing intake and you do not need to change this intake unless you have some major mods.
You also may want to consider a complete tune up as your first "mod". Change all fluids, get some NGK TR55's, change your wires, ect....
You also may want to consider a complete tune up as your first "mod". Change all fluids, get some NGK TR55's, change your wires, ect....
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Getting started on LS1 tech: New enthusiasts section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/217719-getting-started-ls1tech.html
JRP's FAQ: New enthusiasts section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/213148-jrp-s-faq-commonly-asked-questions.html
Jaber's So you want to be fast: New Enthusisasts section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=361959
JRP's cam guide: Internal engine section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-internal-engine/327734-cam-guide.html
Induction/Exhaust mod guide: External engine section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-external-engine/520845-mod-guide-induction-exhaust-please-read-before-posting.html
Which transmission? Best bang for the buck is a torque converter. Need an auto for that, though. Also, of course, a simple lid, LS6 intake if not an 01-02 model, new muffler/cat-back/cutout, "CAI" and maybe gears if a manual.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/217719-getting-started-ls1tech.html
JRP's FAQ: New enthusiasts section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/213148-jrp-s-faq-commonly-asked-questions.html
Jaber's So you want to be fast: New Enthusisasts section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=361959
JRP's cam guide: Internal engine section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-internal-engine/327734-cam-guide.html
Induction/Exhaust mod guide: External engine section
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-external-engine/520845-mod-guide-induction-exhaust-please-read-before-posting.html
Which transmission? Best bang for the buck is a torque converter. Need an auto for that, though. Also, of course, a simple lid, LS6 intake if not an 01-02 model, new muffler/cat-back/cutout, "CAI" and maybe gears if a manual.