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Old Nov 20, 2005 | 11:48 AM
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well it is getting around to that time, so whats on everyone's mind for the good ole winter mods???
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Old Nov 20, 2005 | 12:46 PM
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For once in a few years, I don't have any winter mods planned. For now, pretty much have the car where I want it to be. Maybe a little more dyno tuning in the spring, and fingers crossed that it will pass emissions testing next July.


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Old Nov 20, 2005 | 12:58 PM
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I have to get my new engine done, installed, and fit the new T trim blower onto the new engine and get it tuned. Also adding Meth Injection as well for intercooling with a new bypass valve arrangment.
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Old Nov 20, 2005 | 01:23 PM
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Won't be able to do this over the winter, but I'll be contemplating which to do next spring: 3.54s (since I have stock 2.59s) or long tubes. Decisions decisions decisions.
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Old Nov 20, 2005 | 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Admiral1
Won't be able to do this over the winter, but I'll be contemplating which to do next spring: 3.54s (since I have stock 2.59s) or long tubes. Decisions decisions decisions.
3.54's are on my to do list this winter. 2.59's are just terrible unless you plan on doing 175+MPH.
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3.54's are on my to do list this winter. 2.59's are just terrible unless you plan on doing 175+MPH.
Yeah, my car is basically stock so 175mph is out of the question. From what I've read I can leave my D36 in and go with 3.54s since I don't drag race...that makes 3.54s more attractive than long tubes because the cost is about half (incl. labor). At the same time I want it to sound more MEAN than just the Corsa cat-back.
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why in Gods name did GM insist on such a ridiculouslly high gear ratio. I mean if your plan is to buy the top-of-the-line Chevy, does gas mileage matter that much? The Camaro had better gears in it. I've got the 3.54's ready for install next weekend. I can't wait to feel the difference
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You guys check out the thread I started recently on the D36 gears. It has alot of helpful tips, dealers, etc. that may be useful.
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