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Old 05-25-2012, 08:32 AM
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So I got a pretty good internship this summer and I'm looking at some extra cash flow. I'm wondering if I should get the Koni/BMR deal and some rims or go with Headers and Intake first. I'm asking on the fact that maybe the header install would be 'easier' without the car being lowered. Thanks!
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Headers and intake.
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I say intake and headers but it really comes down to what you want.

Do you want your car to look, handle and ride better.

Or do you want power and sound?
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I personally like to focus on looks and sound because that is what I and others see and hear first (obviously). So I would say wheels + headers...why go with an intake? LS6 intake will net you some HP, but if you're just bolt ons, I'd wait until you plan to go further with the car or have some other extra cash. If your shocks/springs are shot, then might not hurt to go with the suspension combo, but that can also wait IMO. The Koni sale will very likely be on again next year if you can wait.
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If I had to chose it would be to lower the car and get headers if you can do it. Lowering changes the whole look of the car (which looks terrible stock imo) and still looks decent with the stock wheels. If you do those you'll add to appearance and sound, best of both worlds.
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Headers and intake first for sure.
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Suspension/Wheel & Tire package OR Headers & Intake

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Suspension/Wheel & Tire package OR Headers, Y, Catback, and Intake

I'll go with the few suggestions that are asking what you want to to do with the car?

Straight line performance, handling, or appearance?
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