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Old Jul 4, 2009, 01:04 PM
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CHEAPEST WAY TO GET 350whp+

I want 350-400whp.. im trying to think what would be the cheapest way of getting there...

I have a EVO 8 year 2003

- I was thinking doing E85 but idk how much that would cost with install ect...

- Was also thinking about keeping stock turbo but dont know if it is capable of 350whp+ "remember year 2003."

- My 3rd choice is 9 turbo or a 30r....

What would be the cheapest way to reach my goal?

if you have a better idea please share

My mods now are.. cat-back, MBC, Drop in filter..

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Old Jul 4, 2009, 01:06 PM
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ported exhaust manifold, epm o2 dump, cams, test pipe, fuel pump, intercooler/ic pipes, tune... IMO
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whats your budget?
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BEST VALUE MODS
1. Test pipe $100
2. MBC $100
3. IX/JDM DV (assuming your OEM plastic DV leaks) $100
4. E85 tune (including Walbro and injectors) $800

This should get you 350whp on a DynoJet.

If you want a bit more, or to hit your goal with less strain, then step up to the IX turbo. That's what I did. $500 (used).

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Originally Posted by Jim in Tucson
BEST VALUE MODS
1. Test pipe $100
2. MBC $100
3. IX/JDM DV (assuming your OEM plastic DV leaks) $100
4. E85 tune (including Walbro and injectors) $800

This should get you 350whp on a DynoJet.

If you want a bit more, or to hit your goal with less strain, then step up to the IX turbo. That's what I did. $500 (used).

E85 is $800 to buy with install?
Old Jul 4, 2009, 02:00 PM
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e85 is fuel...you dont install fuel

you install the supporting mods to be able to run that fuel which are a fuel pump and larger injectors at the very least
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Originally Posted by 5LEEPERISAH23I
E85 is $800 to buy with install?
Please sell your car now...or at least do some research before making a thread that has been made countless times. This site has a lot of informative content, use it.
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Originally Posted by cheb evo
Please sell your car now...or at least do some research before making a thread that has been made countless times. This site has a lot of informative content, use it.


Well 5LEEPERISAH23I atleast definitely research, as a matter of fact just above your thread there's Sticky called Official-evo-modding-dummies

Very informative... These questions as far as power can be found in this forum, now if you have specific questions as to what is the value of some of the parts or where can you get them cheaper ask away or find it here Evo VENDOR "Classifieds"

Oh and you can click on the blue Hyperlinks.
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cheapest way would run NOS and Meth. lol

do some research, there's tons of info on there with people's success on power mods

-you will definitely want cams...get 280/280s.
-test pipe
-downpipe
-E85 support mods are (upgraded fuel pump, and 750cc or bigger injectors)
-tune

then you should be around 350, maybe a little more if you go E85

-used o2 dumb or qtp dp (this one is a little pricey)
this will help you get more power. if you get QTP downpipe, forget getting a test pipe...you can even sell your current catback and just use a stock catback.
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i just wanted to know how much it would cost it buy and have a shop install the kit.. i know there is a site that sells the kit for like 500.. i was wondering about how much a shop would charge you
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You should call Buschur Racing, Dynoflash, just to name a few up there where you live, it might be a couple hours away from where you live, ask them how much they would normally charge.
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Originally Posted by thisxguy
cheapest way would run NOS and Meth. lol

do some research, there's tons of info on there with people's success on power mods

-you will definitely want cams...get 280/280s.
-test pipe
-downpipe
-E85 support mods are (upgraded fuel pump, and 750cc or bigger injectors)
-tune

then you should be around 350, maybe a little more if you go E85

-used o2 dumb or qtp dp (this one is a little pricey)
this will help you get more power. if you get QTP downpipe, forget getting a test pipe...you can even sell your current catback and just use a stock catback.
280/280 is a poor choice for a stock VIII turbo... peak hp is higher, but overall powerband is not as good. I run 272/272 on my BBK and wouldnt want to sacrifice the midrange for a slightly higher peak number... and sell the CB exhaust?! NOOOOOOOOOO
also, this topic has been beaten to death, search and you will find a lot of threads
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First time posting and you as what is the cheapest way to make power....

You can make 350whp easily and for very cheap. But you get what you pay for....
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i think im leaning towards

- LICP

- Fuel Pump

- 02 and downpipe

- FMIC

and maybe Cams like HKS 272/272

The E85 isn't worth it after reading about it..

if i had to guess on a dynojet that would get me 330whp-355whp
Old Jul 4, 2009, 03:45 PM
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on an 8 with those mods, im not even sure youd hit that goal. the hks 272 are kind of "mild" and youre still working with the stock 8 turbo


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