Next upgrade(s) for my 99 w/ FMII?
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Next upgrade(s) for my 99 w/ FMII?
I am still planning on visiting a tuner after the first of the year to get the full horsepower I paid for with this kit, but I always like to have an upgrade path in mind. Here is what I have so far:
drivetrain:
Stock 99 engine
FM II kit
Stock 5 speed transmission
ACT HD kit
4.3 Torsen
suspension:
KYB AGX 4 ways with FM springs
stock sways :( but have RB end links in the rear
Exterior:
Moss rear wing
Factory front spoiler
Custom air splitter (not shown in below picture)
mud flaps
16" 2001LS rims (not shown in below picture)
Interior:
stock interior
Upgraded head unit
Custom installation of rear component speakers
So, what should I plan on next? I am already planning on painting the intake manifold and valve cover over the holidays. If I can get around to prepping it, I also want to paint the exhaust manifold and the downpipe. I don't think I am ready to take the engine apart just quite yet but I might be up for some engine related projects (COPs anyone?).
drivetrain:
Stock 99 engine
FM II kit
Stock 5 speed transmission
ACT HD kit
4.3 Torsen
suspension:
KYB AGX 4 ways with FM springs
stock sways :( but have RB end links in the rear
Exterior:
Moss rear wing
Factory front spoiler
Custom air splitter (not shown in below picture)
mud flaps
16" 2001LS rims (not shown in below picture)
Interior:
stock interior
Upgraded head unit
Custom installation of rear component speakers
So, what should I plan on next? I am already planning on painting the intake manifold and valve cover over the holidays. If I can get around to prepping it, I also want to paint the exhaust manifold and the downpipe. I don't think I am ready to take the engine apart just quite yet but I might be up for some engine related projects (COPs anyone?).
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What do you plan to paint your manifold and downpipe with? The only paint i have ever heard of working for any period of time has been BBQ paint. If you want a real good quality high temp coating, stick to a ceramic coating that will last and provide a thermal barrier.
COPs would be a good affordable upgrade with your current mods.
What engine management are you running though? If you're running a voodoo box your first and foremost priority should be an upgraded engine management. Something that offers full control of fuel and timing. If you went with something like megasquirt you would also gain electronic boost control, launch, knock sensing. All kinds of good stuff.
COPs would be a good affordable upgrade with your current mods.
What engine management are you running though? If you're running a voodoo box your first and foremost priority should be an upgraded engine management. Something that offers full control of fuel and timing. If you went with something like megasquirt you would also gain electronic boost control, launch, knock sensing. All kinds of good stuff.
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According to the M.net site, they are charging $1050 just for the Torsen and carrier for a 3.636. I am REALLY considering this, but I am not sure what my 4.3 would be worth and how much of a net loss I would take on the upgrade. Car has only been turboed for maybe two months...
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Yeah, that's kind of what I am thinking too. However, we just lucked into a great deal on a new bigscreen so large upgrades are going to have to wait a little while. Anyone have any wood shop projects they want so I can add to my parts fund? I make all kinds of great stuff.
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