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I want to get a nitrous system but i'm unsure of which one to buy. I know of NOS, NX and TNT. I read that I should get a dry system over a wet system because it is safer in case the fuel soleniod gets clogged or the N2O solenoid sticks open.
What is the best and safest kit to buy?
What accessories should I get?
What is the safest amount to use (I'm hearing 75 shot wet and 100 dry?)
Do wet kits deliver more power than dry kits (is a 100 shot of wet more powerful than a 100 shot of dry?)
What kind of times/hp/tq should I be making with whatever kit you suggest?
I'm not positive but aren't direct-port systems more extravagent-overkill?
What about dual stage systems?
I'm just looking for a little pick-me-up. I lost my first race to a supercharged Mustang on Saturday night and I didn't know it but losing sucks-especially when its that bad. I think the car and engine is great for everyday driving and I don't want to compromise that with a H&C package or a supercharger. I want to go the safest route and am ready to buy any and everything I need to do this as safely as possible. The last thing I want to do is invest in a new rear-end or driveshaft or axle. I'm all about investing in the gauge pod and gauges though-looks cool as hell. Which ones do i need/should I get? Sorry for all of the questions? Thanks in advance - Mike W.

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someone wanna tackle this age ol' question?
try doing a search and try back

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What is the best and safest kit to buy?</strong>
Most people are having AWESOME gains with the TNT kit. It seems to be making the most power these days.

<strong>What accessories should I get?</strong>Complete N2O kit. NGK TR6 sparkplugs. mallory or MSD Window switch. NX Bottle warmer/remote opener (if you're lazy like most of us), maybe the NX switch panel give yourself a clean look in the cabin.

<strong>What is the safest amount to use (I'm hearing 75 shot wet and 100 dry?)
Do wet kits deliver more power than dry kits (is a 100 shot of wet more powerful than a 100 shot of dry?)</strong> Typically you'll want to run between 75-125hp on a dry shot. Most stick with the 100 shot. On a wet shot, you can spray more, because fuel is also delievered with the nitrous. You can spray between 100-150. Most chose to go with the 150 shot and usually don't have problems as long as you're not stupid with things.

<strong>What kind of times/hp/tq should I be making with whatever kit you suggest?</strong>
Look around. There was a recent post actually about what people were making with their TNT kits, and the results were amazing!
<strong>I'm not positive but aren't direct-port systems more extravagent-overkill?</strong> Unless you plan on spraying a LOT, then yes.

<strong>What about dual stage systems?</strong> Again, if you plan to run a lot of nitrous, then a dual stage is a great setup. Soemthing like a 75hp shot with a dry system and a 125 shot with a wet kit. People are FLYING with this kinda setup, but you've got to be careful and AutoTap is virtually a MUST when you're running something like this.

<strong>I'm just looking for a little pick-me-up. I lost my first race to a supercharged Mustang on Saturday night and I didn't know it but losing sucks-especially when its that bad.</strong>Yes it does. Especially to a Stang! But at least it wasn't a ricer. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" />

<strong>I think the car and engine is great for everyday driving and I don't want to compromise that with a H&C package or a supercharger. I want to go the safest route and am ready to buy any and everything I need to do this as safely as possible..</strong>
You can run the nitrous safely and you'll see great power gains. You can add a nice split duration cam later on down the road which will respond very well to the N2O. <img border="0" alt="[Burnout]" title="" src="graemlins/burnout.gif" />

<strong>The last thing I want to do is invest in a new rear-end or driveshaft or axle.</strong> If you've got a 6 speed, you're going to need a new clutch to hold the power, as well as a set of tires (Nitto DRs). If you've got an A4, try gettin a good converter as well, they REALLY REALLY wake the car up. Something like a Yank 3400 Extreme would be a good converter for N2O use as well.
<strong>I'm all about investing in the gauge pod and gauges though-looks cool as hell.
Which ones do i need/should I get?</strong>
Autometer Dual Guage Pod (Part # ATM10210 at Speed Inc.) and probably a A/F Ratio Guage and Fuel Pressure gauge.
Check out www.LS1Speed.com or give Tom/Larry a call. They will be MORE then happy to work with you in setting up a safe/reliable setup and get you anything you need. They're usually the cheapest, and if they aren't tell 'em and they'll price match! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" />
Good Luck, and I hope this answers your questions.

<small>[ May 13, 2002, 08:10 PM: Message edited by: Holes02 ]</small>

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Good response Holes02..thanx <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" />