Need more HP
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St. Jude Donor '12
So I gave it a thought and below is what I am considering. Let me know what you think. I already have the Vararam installed.
- C5Z06 Ti's muffler (used ofcourse, i am on a budget
, arent we all, anyone have a clean set want to sell)
- 160 or 180 thermostat didnt decide on which one. I was told I need to program the fan (On/Off) when I do that mod, is that true. Or is it put on and drive
- X-pipe that goes with the C5Z06 Ti's (Any ideas what should I consider, there is alot out there)
- Replacing the stock MAF (which one??? , is it worth the $$$)
- Throttlebody Bypass (is this worth doing on my 2001)
- Tune (if I want to tune myself what do i use is that hard to do)
- Dyno
Let me know what you think. Comments are welcomed
RB
- C5Z06 Ti's muffler (used ofcourse, i am on a budget
, arent we all, anyone have a clean set want to sell)- 160 or 180 thermostat didnt decide on which one. I was told I need to program the fan (On/Off) when I do that mod, is that true. Or is it put on and drive
- X-pipe that goes with the C5Z06 Ti's (Any ideas what should I consider, there is alot out there)
- Replacing the stock MAF (which one??? , is it worth the $$$)
- Throttlebody Bypass (is this worth doing on my 2001)
- Tune (if I want to tune myself what do i use is that hard to do)
- Dyno
Let me know what you think. Comments are welcomed
RB
Nothing in your list will add any appreciable amount of power.
1) Z06 Ti mufflers will just save some weight, but that is about it.
2) Thermostat will not do much unless you get the fans to come on at lower temperature, even then, very little if anything to be gained.
3) X-pipe will not do anything
4) The stock MAF is fine, many people have found aftermarket ones to cause more problem than they are worth and the stock MAF flows just fine. I am running 420rwhp on the stock MAF.
5) Throttle body bypass will do nothing of consequence
6) Tune is beneficial for an A4. The updated shift program makes the car feel stronger but I wouldn't do a tune just for that especially if you have plans in the future.
7) Dyno is not a mod.
Save your money and get real, proven modifications like headers, head/cam package, nitrous or a supercharger.
Last edited by chaase; May 16, 2012 at 02:05 PM.
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Nothing in your list will add any appreciable amount of power.
1) Z06 Ti mufflers will just save some weight, but that is about it.
2) Thermostat will not do much unless you get the fans to come on at lower temperature, even then, very little if anything to be gained.
3) X-pipe will not do anything
4) The stock MAF is fine, many people have found aftermarket ones to cause more problem than they are worth and the stock MAF flows just fine. I am running 420rwhp on the stock MAF.
5) Throttle body bypass will do nothing of consequence
6) Tune is beneficial for an A4. The updated shift program makes the car feel stronger but I wouldn't do a tune just for that especially if you have plans in the future.
7) Dyno is not a mod.
Save your money and get real, proven modifications like headers, head/cam package, nitrous or a supercharger.
1) Z06 Ti mufflers will just save some weight, but that is about it.
2) Thermostat will not do much unless you get the fans to come on at lower temperature, even then, very little if anything to be gained.
3) X-pipe will not do anything
4) The stock MAF is fine, many people have found aftermarket ones to cause more problem than they are worth and the stock MAF flows just fine. I am running 420rwhp on the stock MAF.
5) Throttle body bypass will do nothing of consequence
6) Tune is beneficial for an A4. The updated shift program makes the car feel stronger but I wouldn't do a tune just for that especially if you have plans in the future.
7) Dyno is not a mod.
Save your money and get real, proven modifications like headers, head/cam package, nitrous or a supercharger.
I am actually replacing the whole stock exhaust system headers the h-pipe and mufflers with something that will increase my HP. I just cant figure out what should I go with since there is alot of choices out there. I chose the C5Z06 Ti's because I was told they arent bad
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I would love to do that its just I am trying to mode slowly and on a budget thats all.
I am actually replacing the whole stock exhaust system headers the h-pipe and mufflers with something that will increase my HP. I just cant figure out what should I go with since there is alot of choices out there. I chose the C5Z06 Ti's because I was told they arent bad
I am actually replacing the whole stock exhaust system headers the h-pipe and mufflers with something that will increase my HP. I just cant figure out what should I go with since there is alot of choices out there. I chose the C5Z06 Ti's because I was told they arent bad
Like I said XS Headers with 3" X pipe since you are on a budget and you will be good to go.
That way if you wanna add heads/cam or blower down the road you can and will have all the supporting mods.
Last edited by thechosenone; May 16, 2012 at 06:27 PM.
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Cat-back exhaust is going to do nothing but sound. I have TI with a big cam and love it for cursing around. Zero drone and sounds pretty good at WOT. And the stock TI flow up to 750rwhp before becoming restrictive.
Like I said XS Headers with 3" X pipe since you are on a budget and you will be good to go.
That way if you wanna add heads/cam or blower down the road you can and will have all the supporting mods.
Like I said XS Headers with 3" X pipe since you are on a budget and you will be good to go.
That way if you wanna add heads/cam or blower down the road you can and will have all the supporting mods.
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Superman09 is a vendor on here and will give you the best price on them
Last edited by thechosenone; May 16, 2012 at 05:38 PM.
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St. Jude Donor '12
Have the XS power ones been upgraded. At one time, OBX or XS Power were using smaller diameter tubing than the major brands which would affect usability with upgrades later.
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If you plan on FI Im assuming you will want 1 7/8??
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I know there is the big debate on 1 3/4 vs. 1 7/8 but from real world experiences, if your car is going to make over 500rwhp I would say 1 7/8 all the way. Either or will do fine, but I am a down the road kind of person as in no sense in buying 1 3/4 if you going to make big power down the road where you will want and see a difference in the 1 7/8.
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You have to pay to play. Most of the guys here will agree once you start chasing horsepower, it's hard to stop and one thing always leads to another. I say if you're on a budget, leave it stock and maybe get an axleback exaust to make it sound better and don't worry about dyno numbers, it's a Vette.
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I think from what i am reading and read on other forums, I am going to go with 1 7/8" headers and a 3" x-pipe. Of course I got to decide what to go with now. I been reading OBX, XS, etc, etc and then maybe down the line will add nice mufflers. I believe this would be a good mod to start with at least from on the comments I been getting.
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Just installed ARH 1-7/8 on mine with existing XS Pwr cat back.
ARH is hi quality stuff
and pretty easy install, got mine for $1600 shipped.
If you need help with the install I'm right down the road with a lift
Mine is down at ECS right now getting another 250+HP tacked on
ARH is hi quality stuff
and pretty easy install, got mine for $1600 shipped.If you need help with the install I'm right down the road with a lift
Mine is down at ECS right now getting another 250+HP tacked on
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Just installed ARH 1-7/8 on mine with existing XS Pwr cat back.
ARH is hi quality stuff and pretty easy install, got mine for $1600 shipped.
If you need help with the install I'm right down the road with a lift
Mine is down at ECS right now getting another 250+HP tacked on
ARH is hi quality stuff
and pretty easy install, got mine for $1600 shipped.If you need help with the install I'm right down the road with a lift
Mine is down at ECS right now getting another 250+HP tacked on
I will send you a PM where in Nazareth I am. If you need a hand dont hesitate asking, I am learning and dont mind helping
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Will ARH 1-7/8 with the catted x-pipe work/fit with the stock mufflers on my C5 since I am not considering changing the mufflers at this time. Will the install be straight forward or I need other mods to make it fit
Thanks
Will ARH 1-7/8 with the catted x-pipe work/fit with the stock mufflers on my C5 since I am not considering changing the mufflers at this time. Will the install be straight forward or I need other mods to make it fit
Thanks