96 Eclipse GS-T need new parts HELP

[sholace29]

Hey there I am getting a 96 Eclipse GS-T shipped from ohio to idaho tommorow and I wanted some other peoples opinons on what is should do first...... I know I want a new exhaust new intake and BOV but i was wondering on what brand I should get.... and then on the exhaust what kind is better... catback or turboback... i want one that is kinda quiet. and then what kinda of downpipe should i get? Thanks

 

[oldman]

I suggest doing a compression test, boost leak test and a complete tune up before you start modding.

 

[sholace29]

Cool Thanks.... should the compression be around 150psi? or what..... and how do i do a boost leak?

 

[oldman]

Cool Thanks.... should the compression be around 150psi? or what..... and how do i do a boost leak?

2G should be around 178 with service limit of 133.

Compression test:
http://www.dsmgrrrl.com/FAQs/compression.htm

Boost leak test:
http://www.vfaq.com/mods/ICtester.html
Remember to repeat this test later during modification after ANY work done to the intake tract, absolutely no visual inspections. The false sense of security after a boost leak visual inspection is on top of the turbo killer list.

After everything checks out, you can then follow this tuning guide. Have fun.
http://www.dsmtuners.com/tuning-guide/2gturbo/