Need some ideas on mods!

Discussion in 'Modifications & DIY how-to' started by monyg85, Apr 20, 2009.

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  1. siegelracing

    siegelracing Registered Vendor<br><b><font color="#666666">bion

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    I gave approximate install prices by PM... The standard "Stage 3" doesn't include an inlet because it was originally "written" for lower mileage cars. With higher mileage the likelihood of the inlet being so degraded it can't be properly reinstalled is quite high. Leaks between MAF and Turbo are bad ;)

    Siegel
     
    #51 siegelracing, Apr 21, 2009
  2. monyg85

    monyg85 Member

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    Yea i looked at some bigger turbos but just the money problem lol, since im in college...it can be hard at times. But im getting there slowly but surely. Im trying to get in these small time mods first. Im looking forward to everything though...
     
    #52 monyg85, Apr 21, 2009
  3. Trancetto

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    x2 Im with this guy. :squint:
     
    #53 Trancetto, Apr 21, 2009
  4. Trancetto

    Trancetto Active Member

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    Sometime is better to save up your money and do everything at once. What college do you go to?
     
    #54 Trancetto, Apr 21, 2009
  5. monyg85

    monyg85 Member

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    Im also thinking about doing that....
    I go to Kennesaw
     
    #55 monyg85, Apr 21, 2009
  6. Sparta

    Sparta Active Member

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    Just take your time, I started out with exhaust and stage two, next thing you know a year later I'm fully swapped with 2.5L and 6 speed. It becomes addicting once you start seeing performance gains (or break shit)
     
    #56 Sparta, Apr 21, 2009
  7. monyg85

    monyg85 Member

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    Yea i understand..lol it is addicting! I just dont know...save up and buy it All??? or just one step at a time...
     
    #57 monyg85, Apr 21, 2009
  8. Trancetto

    Trancetto Active Member

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    :eek:hnoes:

    You already have the ap2. And if you got left over money, buy a decent exhaust, dp and up and be set. Later on go with bigger turbo. Don't take my advice tho, i got all my parts at once and ready to install. :)
     
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  9. 07Ltd#767

    07Ltd#767 The Neighborhood Drunk

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    that's what I did...my build goes together this weekend. I went stage two about a year ago and just now got all the pieces for my rotated kit. 400+/400+ here I come :ddirty:
     
    #59 07Ltd#767, Apr 21, 2009
  10. Trancetto

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    :eek:hnoes: Let me know if we can set up another GTG.
     
    #60 Trancetto, Apr 21, 2009
  11. monyg85

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    Yea i mean saving up sounds like a good idea. I think im gonna save up and buy everything all at once and enjoy the nice gains!!...itll all be just a matter of time and money! :)
     
    #61 monyg85, Apr 22, 2009
  12. FACE

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    Rally Armor Mudd Flaps FTW!!!

    :wiggle:
     
    #62 FACE, Apr 22, 2009
  13. Superdude

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    Hahahhaha, you NEVER miss an opportunity to drop that hint. Well played :si:
     
    #63 Superdude, Apr 22, 2009
  14. stiracer

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    I agree with Meredith.....learn to drive what you have.....then start your mods. Youll be able to appreciate every chnge you make that way. Check out the Atlanta autocross scene, it's a great inexpensive way to learn alot about your car and your driving ability. Events almost every month.

    Otherwise do a turbo back exhaust and intake and a good tune by Top Speed and you will be shocked what a difference it will make.

    Have Fun!!
     
    #64 stiracer, Apr 22, 2009
  15. monyg85

    monyg85 Member

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    Ive been driving the wrx for a pretty long time now. and i started modding not too long ago....yea i mean so far i have the turbo back exhaust and the sway bars and cobb accessport, im thinking about protune but i think i wanna add some other things...small time mods and then go get a protune...since it is a bit pricey.
     
    #65 monyg85, Apr 22, 2009
  16. dontcallitarex

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    Infrequent attendance can be inexpensive, but tires, brakes, and other worn out parts from track time no doubt add up quickly.

    Not saying its a bad idea (not by any stretch), just a warning to the OP. ;)

    And I'm with Siegel on the fact that if the car has 123k you should just go with an STI shortblock or something before you REALLY mod.
     
    #66 dontcallitarex, Apr 22, 2009
  17. monyg85

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    Yea i understand...i think im going to get a few minor mods and then go get tuned up! and eventually some suspension. But na, car is far from 123k...lol
     
    #67 monyg85, Apr 22, 2009
  18. ~The_Duke~

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    Making your stock brakes awesome is fairly cheap, and VERY satifsing. It also goes with the 'tighting the nut behind the wheel' mod as well. For road and autox motorsports type stuff brakes are going to shave a couple seconds off of times if used correctly even in autox.

    If you have F\R Sways already I 2nd whom ever said susp. upgrade.

    I dont know much about these here subarus quite yet, I have been around the block a couples with autox stuff when I had my sentra.
     
    #68 ~The_Duke~, Apr 22, 2009
  19. Trancetto

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    he was reffering to me. vf39 is nothing serious. Going rotated is serious moding/going 400hp+ is serious modding in my book.
     
    #69 Trancetto, Apr 22, 2009
  20. wagunz_pwn

    wagunz_pwn Active Member

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    since neon is played out, get an L.E.D. underbody kit.

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    #70 wagunz_pwn, Apr 22, 2009
  21. ~The_Duke~

    ~The_Duke~ Member

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    And why doesnt your wagon glow like a christmas tree hmmm... :wiggle:
     
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  22. wagunz_pwn

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    I'm not baller enough for that.
     
    #72 wagunz_pwn, Apr 22, 2009
  23. Sparta

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    dude post up a link of where I can find that shit!
     
    #73 Sparta, Apr 22, 2009
  24. wagunz_pwn

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  25. Sparta

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    meh, $200 is out of my price range. I'll just pick up some xmas lights from the attic and run a power inverter.
     
    #75 Sparta, Apr 22, 2009
  26. wagunz_pwn

    wagunz_pwn Active Member

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    you don't have the balls.
     
    #76 wagunz_pwn, Apr 22, 2009
  27. goixiz

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    Ive got plenty of ideas for you :)
     
    #77 goixiz, Apr 22, 2009
  28. b reel

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    Do you have a power inverter I can borrow?
     
    #78 b reel, Apr 22, 2009
  29. monyg85

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    Wat kind of ideas???
     
    #79 monyg85, Apr 23, 2009
  30. gfred024

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    How about fixing that nasty scratch on your trunk!!!jk:)
     
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  31. monyg85

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    Ohh i will! No worries...just got some mods in before i do that...
    I always over look that...
     
    #81 monyg85, Apr 23, 2009
  32. Cool_____

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    Just remember any engine/exhaust/intake mod aka "performance mod" will affect your tune in some form or another. It's best to plan out what you want and do it all at once and you won't have to get another tune ;) Some mods may not matter that much as far as the tune but better safe than sorry.

    Also you can't get a 'safer' tune for a high mileage car than Siegel ;) Scott is so meticoulous with how 'smooth' your car runs and he will prove it to you. He will show you on his own laptop how straight and smooth he will make your car run. Shoot get him to show you how 'bad' it is when you get there and you will be amazed at the difference in the final result. Siegel FTW!
     
    #82 Cool_____, Apr 23, 2009
  33. monyg85

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    Thats true...thats why i pretty much decided to wait awhile before i get a pro tune so i dont have to go multiple times.

    After finishing everything i have planned ill be going to Topspeed and hopefully everything will turn out good for me just like it seems to have for everyone else that has been through there!!!
     
    #83 monyg85, Apr 23, 2009
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