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Old Feb 12, 2005 | 07:48 PM
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ok, here's my dilema. I wanted to know what would be some easy mods for my car that would boost hp and performance. Nothing major or that would compromise fuel economy and drivability. Most of the mods I've done to the car are appearance because I would eventually like to start showing it. I don't want to start taking it to the track, just want to be a little better than stock. I've already done the k&n and exhaust, but wanted some other ideas.
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Old Feb 12, 2005 | 07:52 PM
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stick with bolt ons; TB, LT's, pulley, ect.
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Old Feb 12, 2005 | 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 80
ok, here's my dilema. I wanted to know what would be some easy mods for my car that would boost hp and performance. Nothing major or that would compromise fuel economy and drivability. Most of the mods I've done to the car are appearance because I would eventually like to start showing it. I don't want to start taking it to the track, just want to be a little better than stock. I've already done the k&n and exhaust, but wanted some other ideas.


I have a 2002 WS6 with the awesome 6 speed tranny.The best mod for the money for me to this point has been the 4.10:1 ring and pinion.Of course that isn't much good if your car is an automatic.Just a suggestion.
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Old Feb 12, 2005 | 08:38 PM
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I have a 2002 WS6 with the awesome 6 speed tranny.The best mod for the money for me to this point has been the 4.10:1 ring and pinion.Of course that isn't much good if your car is an automatic.Just a suggestion.
it is an a4
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Old Feb 12, 2005 | 11:03 PM
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drag radials would help you get off the line faster.
lid, free mods, NOS would not bother your fuel milage when not in use.
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Old Feb 13, 2005 | 12:46 AM
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Get a lid, any lid. No negative effects, plus better looks and about 10rwhp gain. Can't go wrong.
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Old Feb 13, 2005 | 12:50 AM
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i got a question. is that slp cold air induction package worth anything? you know, the part that is basically duct work?
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Take my advise if you want something better than stock :
long tube headers , under drive pulley , 3.73 gears on a4 is great ., ported throttle , pcm tunning . These are great , i am sure these will make u happy.

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Originally Posted by 2001t&a
i got a question. is that slp cold air induction package worth anything? you know, the part that is basically duct work?
Worked for me
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Old Feb 19, 2005 | 08:22 AM
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Good To Go, Thank You.
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Old Feb 19, 2005 | 10:04 AM
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i got a question. is that slp cold air induction package worth anything? you know, the part that is basically duct work?
do a serch for "fernco". it's something you can buy at lowes for $5 that does the same thing as the SLP smooth bellows.
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/new-ls1-owners-newbie-tech/250633-whats-your-favorite-mod-your-car.html

be sure to see the FAQ's sticky you will find most beginers questions answered there
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