"Free" mods
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Racer
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Lexington SC
"Free" mods
OK, I know modifying can get expensive but on "most" cars there are a number of ways that the factory tends to choke power. I know on turbo charged cars, there are many changes you can make, using hand tools and time, and come out with more power. Are there any on stock C5's? How about under $100? :steering:
Drifting
Joined: May 2000
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From: Wildwood MO
Re: "Free" mods (Black99Corvette)
Remove the MAF Screen! Takes about 15 minutes, cost $0
Make your own CAGS eliminator, takes about 30 min., cost 50 cents.
Lower it yourself, takes about an hour, cost $0
Can't get any cheaper than that... :D
[Modified by MTWallet, 10:47 PM 2/12/2003]
Make your own CAGS eliminator, takes about 30 min., cost 50 cents.
Lower it yourself, takes about an hour, cost $0
Can't get any cheaper than that... :D
[Modified by MTWallet, 10:47 PM 2/12/2003]
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2000
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From: Fontana CA
Re: "Free" mods (MTWallet)
You could cut some large holes in the fog light opening black-outs to let some cold air in. You will also let in some road grime unless you add some screens but then taht would not be free.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Manchester NH
Re: "Free" mods (CPT Z06)
A K&N air filter is only ~$50. Combined with a modified stock airbox lid and removed MAF screen, this setup will gain you nearly as much, if not just as much power as the $200+ commercial products.
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Drifting
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From: Daytona Jam Veteran I GA
Re: "Free" mods (fdupny)
Toss your girlfriend/wife/other from the passenger seat.
Weight savings :) :D :lolg:
Weight savings :) :D :lolg:
Pro
Joined: Dec 2002
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From: CHICAGO IL
Re: "Free" mods (Bill Benavitz)
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Toss your girlfriend/wife/other from the passenger seat.
Weight savings
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or better yet...
toss your wife and get a newer, lighter girlfriend
this is your best possible free mod, although could prove to be your most expensive in the long run
:D :cry ;) :mad :lol: :eek: :) :nono:
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Toss your girlfriend/wife/other from the passenger seat.
Weight savings
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quote
or better yet...
toss your wife and get a newer, lighter girlfriend
this is your best possible free mod, although could prove to be your most expensive in the long run
:D :cry ;) :mad :lol: :eek: :) :nono:
