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Old 02-05-2009, 10:56 PM
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Since everyone said all the good stuff, I'll let you know what not to buy:

turbonator
interfooler
neon lights
F&F supra graphics
GTR badges
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by infinus
Since everyone said all the good stuff, I'll let you know what not to buy:

turbonator
interfooler
neon lights
F&F supra graphics
GTR badges
But in the ricer world, those combined are good for about 200 hp!!!
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:12 PM
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Yeah I was torn between a GTR badge and twin turbo setup since they net the same gains.
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by lekker_droom
Yeah I was torn between a GTR badge and twin turbo setup since they net the same gains.
Hahahahah! Must have been a tough decision...
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:22 PM
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Originally Posted by dofu
Hahahahah! Must have been a tough decision...
haha i kno very tough...
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:31 PM
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Originally Posted by dofu
(a 100 octane tune is good for about 15-20hp gain on top).
BTW, when I said this, I was referring to a reflash like the Osiris where you can can have more than one map... You'll get to smooth out the fuel curve on the normal map, also helping MPG, giving you better acceleration, and on top of all that, you get to add more maps for performance like a 100 octane map. Never run 91 on a 100 map unless you want to buy a new motor, but you won't see much gains with 100 on a 91 map...
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:38 PM
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Originally Posted by dofu
BTW, when I said this, I was referring to a reflash like the Osiris where you can can have more than one map... You'll get to smooth out the fuel curve on the normal map, also helping MPG, giving you better acceleration, and on top of all that, you get to add more maps for performance like a 100 octane map. Never run 91 on a 100 map unless you want to buy a new motor, but you won't see much gains with 100 on a 91 map...
wait so he'd have to run 100 octane after he did this?
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:42 PM
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wait so he'd have to run 100 octane after he did this?
No. With the Osiris, you can switch back and forth. You'd have an option of running 100 octane on a tuned map if that's what he asked for when he gets his car tuned. I'm almost thinking the reflash might not be a good idea for him just yet, but there are other benefits of a reflash like valet mode where you can set the rev limiter at 3k RPMs, max speed at 35MPH, etc... but the 100 tune is more practical for guys who do drive their cars on the streets on 91, but like running 100 on the tracks.

Also, another bad thing about getting tuned so soon is that if you do any other power adding mods to the car like intake, exhaust, etc... you need a retune which costs money. Just say you get that done and you change your exhaust out again... you'll need another retune.
 

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Old 02-05-2009, 11:51 PM
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FYI, I had UpRev do a high octane (93) map and a low octane map. along with stock, economy, and valet maps
 
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by dofu
No. With the Osiris, you can switch back and forth. You'd have an option of running 100 octane on a tuned map if that's what he asked for when he gets his car tuned. I'm almost thinking the reflash might not be a good idea for him just yet, but there are other benefits of a reflash like valet mode where you can set the rev limiter at 3k RPMs, max speed at 35MPH, etc... but the 100 tune is more practical for guys who do drive their cars on the streets on 91, but like running 100 on the tracks.

Also, another bad thing about getting tuned so soon is that if you do any other power adding mods to the car like intake, exhaust, etc... you need a retune which costs money. Just say you get that done and you change your exhaust out again... you'll need another retune.
o well sounds like a great mod but he doesnt go to the track and he barely drives it
for the past 5 years he has had his g35 there are 19k miles on it
 
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Old 02-06-2009, 12:03 AM
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o well sounds like a great mod but he doesnt go to the track and he barely drives it
for the past 5 years he has had his g35 there are 19k miles on it
Yea, I think keeping the motor and all stock would be better for him... just get the higher (more aggressive) final drive gearing for acceleration... best mod for the job!
 
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Old 02-06-2009, 12:09 AM
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Yea, I think keeping the motor and all stock would be better for him... just get the higher (more aggressive) final drive gearing for acceleration... best mod for the job!
o ok any recommended brands for the gearing?
he was also thinking of just changing the intake filter or air box but wouldnt it be a whole lot better to just get a whole intake system?
 
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Old 02-06-2009, 05:22 AM
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Old 02-06-2009, 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted by pandahz650
o ok any recommended brands for the gearing?
he was also thinking of just changing the intake filter or air box but wouldnt it be a whole lot better to just get a whole intake system?
why dont u ask rian for his set up? i gave him a new intake and shield.
 
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Old 02-06-2009, 11:23 AM
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Klumzyee's bodykits =)






jk.. well.. not really..









not at all actually =)








Power
5/16th inch spacer
Test Pipes
Fuji Y-Pipe
Tune

You're done.. treat yourself out to a steak dinner with the rest of the money then nuddie bar or buy Klumzyee's body kits

Handling
TIRES
Sway Bars
TIRES
Sway Bars
Alignment
TIRES
Sway Bars
Know what you're doing when you adjust and buy your sway bars..
TIRES
Sway Bars
widder wheels..

You should be broke after buying this since tires cost so f-ing much now.. but if you do have some change left.. Take the GF out or buy Klumzyee's body kits


Fun Factor
Clutch & Fly Wheel
Best sounding exhaust to your preference (toss out all performance numbers and stick to what you like the most)
Best sounding intake to your preference (again.. toss out all performance numbers blahblah-buy klumzyee's bodykit-blahblah)
Nitrous w/Tune & ECU
Install an air horn and compressor in the trunk =)
$1,500 = 8-ish private track sessions =D

of course you probably wont be able to do all of fun stuff with only 1,500.. but mix and match..
 


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