where to start?

[DJ96Eclip]

so far i got new aftermarket wheels, OEM belts and aftermarket motor mounts. should i go for hp upgrades like intake or engine maintenance parts like gauges, timers and such? where do you guys think i should go from here?

ill be spending about $600 more before i take a break i moving soon so i need to keep the money.

 

[volcomsnow245]

What are your horse power goals?

 

[DJ96Eclip]

i dont really have a goal right now i jusy got my car like 10 days ago

im not sure what the hp is right now im stock so what it comes at i guess

 

[Anubis_4_99]

so far i got new aftermarket wheels, OEM belts and aftermarket motor mounts. should i go for hp upgrades like intake or engine maintenance parts like gauges, timers and such? where do you guys think i should go from here?

ill be spending about $600 more before i take a break i moving soon so i need to keep the money.

gauges, timers, etc are not maintenance parts.

 

[volcomsnow245]

Ok that's if you just want to make it a little faster I would get a walbro 255ilb fuel pump, 3 inch cat back exhaust, a manual boost controller, BOOST GAUGE, change all your fluids and stuff then you'll be ready to go. You could safely run 14psi. I think that would be a great start.

 

[DJ96Eclip]

most people will know what i mean so if your not going to help dont say anything at all

thanks for the help ill be looking into those things.

 

[volcomsnow245]

No problem. If you need any help just pm me.

 

[DJ96Eclip]

will do thanks.

 

[Anubis_4_99]

most people will know what i mean so if your not going to help dont say anything at all

i was trying to help, gauges, timers and etc are not maintenance related parts.

maintenance after you buy a used car, especially a dsm is, timing belt, water pump, tensioner, oil change, coolant check, trans fluid change, and checking actual maintenance related parts like ball joints, struts, brakes, etc.

take that $600 and get er in tip top shape before you start modding. it will make for a less expensive experience in the long run, a more reliable dsm, and a happier owner.

 

[DJ96Eclip]

thanks thats much more help.

 

[steve]

ill be spending about $600 more before i take a break i moving soon so i need to keep the money.

Then don't spend it. Make sure you have fresh fluids (coolant, brake, clutch, oil, trans). Check the brake pads, spark plug wires, plugs, PCV, air filter, fuel filter, battery, tires, headlights, wipers, etc and get any of them done as needed. Give the car a good wash and wax and hang on to anything you have left. If your on a budget modding the car makes more sense when things wear out.

 

[DJ96Eclip]

yeah i know what you mean

ive looked at most of those things all ready but ill go for another look soon/today. thats why i got the motor mounts and belts they were bad.

 

[98gsxTX]

cold air intake would be a good idea...injen or something...and exhaust, might be more than $600 though.