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Old Sep 9, 2001 | 05:22 PM
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Going to Mid-America FunFest next weekend,and MAD is offering some nice discounts. Was wondering what you all think of there Stage 3 Performance Package. Looking to Modify my 2001 Vette. Here are the mods.

Hi-flow 175 Thermostat
Increased flow mass air flow sensor
coolant bypass kit
Magna core spark plug wires
Perfomance throttle body
Cold air induction grills
Corsa X-pipe

All for $1270.00 less show discount.
Is it worth it? Can I do some thing better w/other products for the same price? Any input will be appreciated. Thanks. Charlie
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Old Sep 9, 2001 | 05:30 PM
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Thanks for the opinion. Still have not made up mind, hoping to get plenty of other opions and ideas.
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Old Sep 9, 2001 | 05:35 PM
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I agree with above... The x-pipe and thermostat are a good idea, but you need a fan controller to get much use from the thermo. I don't think the throttle body or MAF will help you at all. Spark plug wires won't give you HP.
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Old Sep 9, 2001 | 05:43 PM
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I'd also have to agree here....way expensive for what you are getting :(

Mark
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Old Sep 9, 2001 | 05:55 PM
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Save your money for other mods. You won't have much if any gains to show for your $1200. Put it into a heads/cam savings account instead. Good luck.
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Old Sep 10, 2001 | 11:20 PM
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Thanks everyone. Think I am going to take everyones advice and save some money and be a little pickey what I Modify. Thanks again. charlie :confused:
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Old Sep 10, 2001 | 11:53 PM
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Sounds like a good package. :rolleyes: :rolleyes:
Good Luck,


[Modified by 2FST4U, 11:22 PM 9/10/2001]
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Old Sep 11, 2001 | 12:26 AM
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:lol:
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