Future mods
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Future mods
So this is a preliminary list... But a list of mods I've thought I might enjoy. Includes prices and approx install prices locally. Just wanted to know what you all think? Power estimates?
Feedback appreciated !
K&n intake kit. $409
Buschur cat back. $850 +$84
Ets Down pipe o2 housing. $589 +$168
Ets High flow test pipe. $359 --
Boost controller $95. --
Kelford Cams $576 +$420
Kelford valve set. $280. --
Intercooler 3.5. $659 +$168
Lower ic pipe. $279. --
Tune. $400
Totals $4496 +$840 labor
Grand totals $5336
Feedback appreciated !
K&n intake kit. $409
Buschur cat back. $850 +$84
Ets Down pipe o2 housing. $589 +$168
Ets High flow test pipe. $359 --
Boost controller $95. --
Kelford Cams $576 +$420
Kelford valve set. $280. --
Intercooler 3.5. $659 +$168
Lower ic pipe. $279. --
Tune. $400
Totals $4496 +$840 labor
Grand totals $5336
Also, the lower IC pipe will net you zero gains. You're much better off changing the upper pipe and gaining some throttle response. Also, don't forget to get a tactrix 2.0 or accessport for the tune, and you're gonna need some gauges as well.
If that's the case: I personally wouldn't bother with cams on a stock turbo. The cams in the 4B11T are pretty good and have some legs with Mivec.
Really the only mods on your list (depending on the year of your X) you're going to see gains from are Intake, HFC, boost controller, and maybe catback. The 2014 - 2015 have an updated exhaust where there isn't much gain on stock turbo.
LICP is a waste as said above. Looks like the K&N intake comes with an UICP, it replaces a large chunk of rubber that is prone to expansion with the heat in the car.
Personally I'm not a huge fan of 3.5" intercoolers unless you're doing trackdays and are prone to heat soak. They are much heavier than the factory intercooler and don't offer much in terms of gains from my experience.
And again as said above, the downpipe isn't going to yield much in gains on the factory snail. They are a PITA to change too. Most end up with a broken stud on the hot side.
I'd divert some of the money towards brakes and suspension.
Really the only mods on your list (depending on the year of your X) you're going to see gains from are Intake, HFC, boost controller, and maybe catback. The 2014 - 2015 have an updated exhaust where there isn't much gain on stock turbo.
LICP is a waste as said above. Looks like the K&N intake comes with an UICP, it replaces a large chunk of rubber that is prone to expansion with the heat in the car.
Personally I'm not a huge fan of 3.5" intercoolers unless you're doing trackdays and are prone to heat soak. They are much heavier than the factory intercooler and don't offer much in terms of gains from my experience.
And again as said above, the downpipe isn't going to yield much in gains on the factory snail. They are a PITA to change too. Most end up with a broken stud on the hot side.
I'd divert some of the money towards brakes and suspension.
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If that's the case: I personally wouldn't bother with cams on a stock turbo. The cams in the 4B11T are pretty good and have some legs with Mivec.
Really the only mods on your list (depending on the year of your X) you're going to see gains from are Intake, HFC, boost controller, and maybe catback. The 2014 - 2015 have an updated exhaust where there isn't much gain on stock turbo.
LICP is a waste as said above. Looks like the K&N intake comes with an UICP, it replaces a large chunk of rubber that is prone to expansion with the heat in the car.
Personally I'm not a huge fan of 3.5" intercoolers unless you're doing trackdays and are prone to heat soak. They are much heavier than the factory intercooler and don't offer much in terms of gains from my experience.
And again as said above, the downpipe isn't going to yield much in gains on the factory snail. They are a PITA to change too. Most end up with a broken stud on the hot side.
I'd divert some of the money towards brakes and suspension.
Really the only mods on your list (depending on the year of your X) you're going to see gains from are Intake, HFC, boost controller, and maybe catback. The 2014 - 2015 have an updated exhaust where there isn't much gain on stock turbo.
LICP is a waste as said above. Looks like the K&N intake comes with an UICP, it replaces a large chunk of rubber that is prone to expansion with the heat in the car.
Personally I'm not a huge fan of 3.5" intercoolers unless you're doing trackdays and are prone to heat soak. They are much heavier than the factory intercooler and don't offer much in terms of gains from my experience.
And again as said above, the downpipe isn't going to yield much in gains on the factory snail. They are a PITA to change too. Most end up with a broken stud on the hot side.
I'd divert some of the money towards brakes and suspension.
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