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07-25-2010, 07:16 PM | #1 |
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$500 ... what to get?
I have a 2009 135 and am looking at getting a few more mods. My only mods are the JB2 and true duel exhaust out factory DPs. I will have about $500 to spend on the mods. Any and all suggestions will be appreciated.
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07-25-2010, 08:13 PM | #4 |
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dp's meth kit used intercooler springs perf side skirts chargepipe intake new tires used wheels the list is endless.. What are you looking for? Performance? Handling? or Cosmetic?
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07-25-2010, 08:31 PM | #5 |
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Since you are in Texas, you really should do the FMIC. It's more than the $500, but it will really help a ton and if/when you get a DCI makes the whole heat vs flow point moot.
As far as cosmetic mods, that's a personal preference minefield. |
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07-25-2010, 09:58 PM | #6 |
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You can get an ETS FMIC for $599 I think..that's what I have.
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07-25-2010, 10:18 PM | #7 |
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07-26-2010, 07:39 AM | #8 |
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07-26-2010, 08:22 AM | #9 |
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Really does depend on your goals for the car. You could do the DCI and E92/3 front sway bar. That would something for both better air flow and much less body roll in cornering. Just my $.02
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07-26-2010, 08:35 AM | #10 |
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Used jb3 ($200-$250), VK dp's ($200-$250), and splurge a bit for a used basic coolingmist meth kit and you will be on your way to the 11's with a bit of race gas and some luck.
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07-26-2010, 11:31 AM | #11 |
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I'm thinking I may do the JB3 or splurge a little for the FMIC. I'm not as interested in the suspension components only because I don't autox or track the car enough yet. Mostly looking at engine performence and good 1/4 mile times.
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07-26-2010, 12:09 PM | #12 |
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Then why not get a used jb3, used dp's and meth?
Dont waste your money on a fmic
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07-26-2010, 12:19 PM | #13 |
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Not sure if I want to mess with the DPs just yet however if I went that route, I could finally compete against two of my friends, one with a Supra, the other a mustang, both run 11s.
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07-26-2010, 06:55 PM | #16 |
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Mine is a dd (well it was for a while) and I ran catless (still do) so its not a big deal. Just get it tested before you do it so the car is up to date for longer. Are you a 6mt or at?
Either way it will be a bit before you are competing with a supra but with: jb3 dp's meth fmic intake tires you will be dam close and if you are a at then you might even surpass them.
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07-26-2010, 07:43 PM | #17 |
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I have Yokohama SDrives.
I have been a little cautious with my tire pressures when racing however the next time I'm gonna drop the pressure to between 15-20psi. And I am running an AT. I'm thinking the best option for now is the JB3. I may be able to get a custom fmic and intake from a friend who has a small company. It just so happens its the same guy with the supra. I will be his first BMW. Then I will start looking at the dp's and meth kit. Thanks for all the input so far. Its been a great help in my search for the next mod. |
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07-26-2010, 08:17 PM | #18 |
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With just $500? CF spoiler. I consider it a must have once you start modding.
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07-26-2010, 09:13 PM | #20 |
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If you can get the fmic for cheap then go for it but be aware that you will not see the pressure drop that a cp-e or ams will produce which puts more strain on turbo's. If you want to be able to run 11's you need a quality fmic and I doubt he can produce something to the quality of a large vendor.
With a tune you can run map5, with dp's you can use 7, and with meth you can go to 9 (track only), and with fmic you can go 11+ with race gas
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07-26-2010, 09:14 PM | #21 |
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