Modding Question
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Le Mans Master
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Modding Question
Hey guys this is my first post but I AM getting a 98-01 C5 Coupe in Sep this yr (I know thats a few months away) But i will be in south america for the next 2 months and when i get back is when i am going to trade my mustang GT in to get one. But my question is prob one you guys have heard 1000 times, what are some inexpensive bolts ons I can do that the vette would respond to nicely? Also whats this Zip Tie mod I keep hearing about? Thanks guys
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First of all...
WELCOME TO THE ZOO
Don't worry about asking questions.... it's part of why we all started coming here....
But there is a "Search" feature you can use next time. It's on the tool bar above.
Most mods, generally speaking, are preference.... you're going to get 1001 opinions.
(Exhausts, intakes, etc.) Most aftermarket performance mods are typically going to be better than OEM equipment.
If you go to a get together and personally see that mods and talk to the owners, you can make a good decision...
...bottom line, it's your car and your money...
Good luck.
Dave Q.
WELCOME TO THE ZOO
Don't worry about asking questions.... it's part of why we all started coming here....
But there is a "Search" feature you can use next time. It's on the tool bar above.
Most mods, generally speaking, are preference.... you're going to get 1001 opinions.
(Exhausts, intakes, etc.) Most aftermarket performance mods are typically going to be better than OEM equipment.
If you go to a get together and personally see that mods and talk to the owners, you can make a good decision...
...bottom line, it's your car and your money...
Good luck.
Dave Q.
Last edited by MyVetteDream; Jun 22, 2006 at 02:55 PM.
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We have a Parts for Sale Section http://forums.corvetteforum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=53 ... and you can do SO much other stuff yourself.
I found a great exhaust for half the price of a new one... and it was like new when I recieved it. You can find just about anything there, even posta thread for "WTB" (Want to Buy) ...
What ever you're looking for...
Cruise the other sections of the Forum and get yourself acquainted with all the great features here.... Stay out of Off Topic unless you're like Mosh Pits
Look on the left side at all the options and have fun... maintain a sense of humor and don't take anything personal.
I found a great exhaust for half the price of a new one... and it was like new when I recieved it. You can find just about anything there, even posta thread for "WTB" (Want to Buy) ...
What ever you're looking for...
Cruise the other sections of the Forum and get yourself acquainted with all the great features here.... Stay out of Off Topic unless you're like Mosh Pits
Look on the left side at all the options and have fun... maintain a sense of humor and don't take anything personal.
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If you looking for the best prices on vette toys... you will want to look at the forum sponsors... it would be really cool to go get a vette today and enjoy it before going to SA. 
then you can dream about it while you're away...
it would be really cool to go get a vette today and enjoy it before going to SA. then you can dream about it while you're away...
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Good first mods are a nice sounding cat back exhaust system and a new air intake like the Blackwing, Vararam, Stinger, etc. If you want a good appearance mod, consider some new wheels.
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Originally Posted by LS1C5Vette
believe me i want one now but id rather wait till i come back so i can save some money towards it while i am in sa
The two fastest and least expensive mods that are good bang for the buck mods are a forced air intake and an exhaust. There are many choices and prices vary. There are Vortec Rammer, Calloway Honker, Blackwing, Vararam and many other intakes. They all perform well. Some better than others. The same goes with exhaust, numerous types of exhaust. Some give better performance, some give better performance and good sound. Resonance can be a major problem with some exhausts. You should listen tosome before you buy
If you have internet access while in SA, you can hang around on the forum a while and read different opinions on intakes and exhausts. Feel free to chime in any time with a question.
Enjoy your journey!
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Le Mans Master
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Yes thats the good thing is that I will have internet access down there so i will be able to get all the questions and info i will need before i buy. But yes those will def. be the first things I do is intake and exhaust (I want one that sounds the deepest). I am also thinking of deleting the cats (I have no clue how many there are my mustang had 4) because there is no smog testing here in oklahoma.
Last edited by LS1C5Vette; Jun 22, 2006 at 10:59 PM.
...good luck finding the right C5! 