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#31
02-28-2011, 08:27 AM
sorry it took so long for me to reply ive been out of town.
First here is the brake down.
Ztube- about 3-5 horse power basically just for sound
Stillen intake- combo with ztube 12-15 horse
groundin kit- nothing (everyone has one so i got it)
5/16 spacer- about 10-15
Now i basically didnt feel the first 10 but once i reached 3500 it just took it to the limit. I didnt know this little thing could give it such a great pull
I gained 23 lbs
First here is the brake down.
Ztube- about 3-5 horse power basically just for sound
Stillen intake- combo with ztube 12-15 horse
groundin kit- nothing (everyone has one so i got it)
5/16 spacer- about 10-15
Now i basically didnt feel the first 10 but once i reached 3500 it just took it to the limit. I didnt know this little thing could give it such a great pull
I gained 23 lbs
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02-28-2011, 09:26 AM
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#33
02-28-2011, 10:52 AM
I finally got around to installing the MD 5/16 isothermal copper spacer. All I can say is wow! I didn't expect a huge difference but you notice a better pull from 2500-4500rpms. It sounds perfect with the stillen cold air box! I have an 04 5AT and it definitely bring a little more life to the car.
Gary
#34
02-28-2011, 12:25 PM
Yeah, I am looking into HFCs/testpipes now to free up some more hp. My cousin in law got rid of his G and said he has some testpipes sitting around he could put in for me for free. I don't know which ones they are, but I don't want too much of a raspy sound or drone on the highway. I was thinking of just going for the ART pipes. Any suggestions? I have an 04 5AT.
#35
02-28-2011, 12:55 PM
Test pipes or HFCs....this is a major question for most members depending on where they live (smog police) and tailpipe stink. At least with BERK'S HFC's you'll be legal in your state and gain 8 to 10 RWHP. For less than $500 that's a good gain for the $$ Test pipes are cheaper but then you have the issue of legality, terrible sound and like I posted stinky tail pipes....
Gary
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02-28-2011, 12:59 PM
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02-28-2011, 01:07 PM
Yeah, I am looking into HFCs/testpipes now to free up some more hp. My cousin in law got rid of his G and said he has some testpipes sitting around he could put in for me for free. I don't know which ones they are, but I don't want too much of a raspy sound or drone on the highway. I was thinking of just going for the ART pipes. Any suggestions? I have an 04 5AT.
#38
02-28-2011, 01:09 PM
Test pipes or HFCs....this is a major question for most members depending on where they live (smog police) and tailpipe stink. At least with BERK'S HFC's you'll be legal in your state and gain 8 to 10 RWHP. For less than $500 that's a good gain for the $$ Test pipes are cheaper but then you have the issue of legality, terrible sound and like I posted stinky tail pipes....
Gary
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#39
02-28-2011, 01:19 PM
#40
02-28-2011, 02:26 PM
Virginia doesn't have emissions inspections or hardcore smog laws so I think I am ok with the test pipes. Plus, I don't drive my car much besides highway. I think I will go for the MD ART pipes. Is the installation pretty straightforward? Will I have engine service lights coming up on the dash because of the install? I want to tune, but will I still feel some extra power without a tune until summer? Thanks guys.
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