Spyder Simple Bolt-on Recommendations to get to 250whp

[Jewelz]

Hiya... So I have a 1997 GST Spyder Auto with only a cone filter adapted to the stock MAF and some aftermarket spark plug wires, that's it, stock otherwise.

My question is, what would y'all recommend as simple bolt-on mods that would get me to 250whp, reliably. My first thoughts were to get a cat-back, FMIC, and a Tune. Would that do it? Or would it be better to just upgrade the turbo?

250whp is just an arbitrary number, no real reason, just a nice round number. I don't really drive it all that hard, spend most of the time just cruisin' around town, but would like the HP there just in case I need it.

Suggestions are appreciated! TIA.

 

[pauleyman]

Start here.

Resources

DSM Resources Tech Library. Read through it all, and if you have a lot of experience with DSMs, contribute articles and tutorials to help grow the collective knowledge.

www.dsmtuners.com

 

[jed344]

The old threads are still here. They are still correct. I will always say maintenance first. We learned long ago these are old cars. Make them right first then follow the steps.

 

[Jewelz]

Thanks y'all. I'll take a look at that thread.

I did the maintenance on it this spring when I put the car back on the road for the season. I only got the car last fall and it went undercover soon after. Now that i'll be driving it for a longer period of time, I thought I would do some simple mods to enhance the driving experience.

Question about one of the mods, removing the inner fender well by the stock I/C, how is that beneficial? Is it just for better air flow?

 

[99dsmer4g63]

I personally would advise against doing that “mod” or lack thereof. To answer though yes, to help air flow through it better, in exchange you can have small rocks and road debris fling all through your wheel well and pelt the intercooler too.


-Daniel

 

[Jewelz]

Thanks for the insight! Might leave that one alone then.