Best starter mods for 2001 ss
#22
Your going to get alot of different opinions on this. I would say the TSP 228R is one of the best overall cams because its easy to drive and it doesnt lose torque down low. My second choice would be the TSP Torquer V2. I almost ran that cam but in the end I was happy that I went a bit smaller.
#23
I have a 6spd and cash really isn't an issue but I'd like to keep it reasonable and pull off about 400hp if possible and maybe add a gear and a set of long tube headers I'm looking for a great sound but not a tone of rasp it has a loud mouth 1 on it right now I think
#25
Your going to get alot of different opinions on this. I would say the TSP 228R is one of the best overall cams because its easy to drive and it doesnt lose torque down low. My second choice would be the TSP Torquer V2. I almost ran that cam but in the end I was happy that I went a bit smaller.
I'd also point out that you shouldn't neglect the suspension. Turning is just as important as raw power, and you need to get that power to the ground.
Talk to Strano or the BMR guys. I'm going to give them a call this week and figure out which pair of shocks fit me best.
#32
I'd like it to handle the best possible it'll mostly just be a toy for the street but maybe a few passes on the drag strip and do you guys have any input on eBay headers?
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I'm pretty much a budget shopper, I rarely race car (I only have 385rwhp and is more of a weekend warrior). I shopped, finding deals, vendor coupon codes on facebook, here, etc. Some parts off Ebay, etc. I'm VERY happy with this build, drives better than new, just the best I've ever driven.
Vogtland lowering springs (bought on Ebay) German made, excellent quality
SLP Bilsteins (were cheaper than the basic Bilsteins) and came complete with bushings and hardware.
Founders Lower Control Arms and LCA relocation brackets
Founders Panhead bar (all from Founders)
Moog inner and outer tie rods (from either Rock Auto or Partsgeek)
Spohn upper and lower A arms (from Spohn)
ST sway bars (heavy duty, bought on Ebay)
BMR Torque Arm (from BMR)
UMI tranny relocation bracket (from UMI)
Monroe strut mount kits (from either partsgeek or Rock Auto)
Strano bump stops (from Strano)
Rebuilt Rack and Pinion (from O'reilly's, not pictured), Royal Purple fluid
Computer alignment at a local shop.
I'm going to install an external power steering cooler soon.
I could have bought all from 1 or 2 vendors but I didn't buy at once. hope this gives a good idea of the vendors (all really good and committed for our platforms). Take your time and good luck