Ready for Stage I Upgrades. Please advise.

[sickguy]

Hi all, I own a '97 Spyder GST, all stock except HKS Super Sequential Blow Off Valve, Tokico blue shocks and new BFG KDWS tires (nice!). I'm ready to do the stage I (basic) upgrades now, below is the list please give as much input as possible.

- K&N FIPK Intake ($110 - SlowBoyRacing)
- RNR Racing O2-Eliminated Turbo Back Exhaust ($759 - RNR)
- Hallman MBC (? - ?)
- Autometer Boost Gauge and Triple Gauge Pod (~$85)
- Greddy upper & lower intercooler piping ($209 - SlowBoyRacing)

I'm hoping to do all these upgrades for now and turn the boost to 15 psi before doing the next upgrade with bigger turbo and other support mods (probably next yr as I'll be broke). What you guys think about the list? Anything missing or anything I don't need yet? (e.g. Do I need fuel pump upgrade?) Also, do you know better pricing for these parts, and where to get it, e.g. I'm not sure where to get Hallman MBC. The upgrade that I'm not sure if I should get is the intercooler piping. Does it make a difference? If so, will the Greddy pipes be compatible if I upgrade to Greddy Big intercooler in the future or I don't have to buy any other intercooler piping.

Any input will be great and appreciated. Thanks !

 

[bosljeff]

Originally posted by IMMORTALSPYDER
A different Bov, and a fuel pump would help.

You're not a fan of the HKS SSQV?

sickguy-if you do want to change it out, the 1g bov is tough, cheap, and reliable, especially after a mod (if you want to know more I'll get you the link, it is the the tech articles under turbo). So that may be something to consider...

Boz