New owner of a 16 GTS...
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New owner of a 16 GTS...
Dear fellow GT owners,
I am extremely happy to announce that I just purchased a 2016 GTS for about $90k, CPO, with around 5600 miles on the clock. MSRP of $160k.
I currently drive a 15 S63 sedan which I love but I was looking for something much lighter on its feet. Ive also owned a 13 C63 sedan in the past which was an absolute beats.
Ill be posting pics soon but I wanted to go over my project first to get some opinions:
1) RW Carbon rear diffuser, CF steering wheel trim, CF shift paddles.
2) H&R lowering springs (Are there lowering springs which go lower than these 1.2 inch drop?). I do not want to go with a Coilover setup.
3) Catless Downpipes
Upgraded NGK spark plugs
BMC replacement filter
Weistec BOV (any benefit with these?)
Pure Turbos 800 or 900
Performanfe tune plus handheld
I am being told by my tuner that the pure turbos 900 is overkill and 800 is enough. I will not be running meth injection and will be using 91 octane gas which is unfortunately the highest octane gas here.
What do do you guys think? Would love to hear your thoughts. Cant wait to get started!
I am extremely happy to announce that I just purchased a 2016 GTS for about $90k, CPO, with around 5600 miles on the clock. MSRP of $160k.
I currently drive a 15 S63 sedan which I love but I was looking for something much lighter on its feet. Ive also owned a 13 C63 sedan in the past which was an absolute beats.
Ill be posting pics soon but I wanted to go over my project first to get some opinions:
1) RW Carbon rear diffuser, CF steering wheel trim, CF shift paddles.
2) H&R lowering springs (Are there lowering springs which go lower than these 1.2 inch drop?). I do not want to go with a Coilover setup.
3) Catless Downpipes
Upgraded NGK spark plugs
BMC replacement filter
Weistec BOV (any benefit with these?)
Pure Turbos 800 or 900
Performanfe tune plus handheld
I am being told by my tuner that the pure turbos 900 is overkill and 800 is enough. I will not be running meth injection and will be using 91 octane gas which is unfortunately the highest octane gas here.
What do do you guys think? Would love to hear your thoughts. Cant wait to get started!
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Congrats!!!! Fantastic set up. If you are going to go this route, I probably would not go lower springs. For the width of this car, I would get dedicated coilovers. You would maintain the handling and have less issues with camber and wear and tear to control arms and suspension links. Just not worth it. The car will perform better and you would have better control and rigidity.
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Congrats, and your planned build is exciting. Agree with ZephyrAMG --with the money you're spending, I would definitely spend another $1200 and get coilovers.
Finally, pics or none of this is happening.
Finally, pics or none of this is happening.
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Tracking a bunch and/or love to tinker with compression and rebound? If not, you dont need coil overs at all, however, I would STRONGLY suggest KW H.A.S. adjustable springs. You May never need to or want to adjust ride height after you set them up initially, but nice to have the option to do so if needed. And since its just a spring and not a full coil over set up, you retain the factory suspension adjustment ability!
Another thought, why is the Pure900 overkill? Maybe it is for your situation and you went into greater detail with the tuner than you did on the forum, but if goal is as much power and flow from the turbos as possible, well then.........
Keep in mind, if wanting to fully maximize the 900s and are racing, transmission may start to get a bit unhappy.
Downpipes-cant recommend Kooks Exptics enough. Check that out.
Tuning-sounds like you Ive that handled, but if for any reason you are still searching, DME Tuning is tough to beat.
But anyways, love that you got a great car you will enjoy, and sounds like you have a fun game plan for it mapped out, congrats and enjoy!
Another thought, why is the Pure900 overkill? Maybe it is for your situation and you went into greater detail with the tuner than you did on the forum, but if goal is as much power and flow from the turbos as possible, well then.........
Keep in mind, if wanting to fully maximize the 900s and are racing, transmission may start to get a bit unhappy.
Downpipes-cant recommend Kooks Exptics enough. Check that out.
Tuning-sounds like you Ive that handled, but if for any reason you are still searching, DME Tuning is tough to beat.
But anyways, love that you got a great car you will enjoy, and sounds like you have a fun game plan for it mapped out, congrats and enjoy!
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Tracking a bunch and/or love to tinker with compression and rebound? If not, you dont need coil overs at all, however, I would STRONGLY suggest KW H.A.S. adjustable springs. You May never need to or want to adjust ride height after you set them up initially, but nice to have the option to do so if needed. And since its just a spring and not a full coil over set up, you retain the factory suspension adjustment ability!
Another thought, why is the Pure900 overkill? Maybe it is for your situation and you went into greater detail with the tuner than you did on the forum, but if goal is as much power and flow from the turbos as possible, well then.........
Keep in mind, if wanting to fully maximize the 900s and are racing, transmission may start to get a bit unhappy.
Downpipes-cant recommend Kooks Exptics enough. Check that out.
Tuning-sounds like you Ive that handled, but if for any reason you are still searching, DME Tuning is tough to beat.
But anyways, love that you got a great car you will enjoy, and sounds like you have a fun game plan for it mapped out, congrats and enjoy!
Another thought, why is the Pure900 overkill? Maybe it is for your situation and you went into greater detail with the tuner than you did on the forum, but if goal is as much power and flow from the turbos as possible, well then.........
Keep in mind, if wanting to fully maximize the 900s and are racing, transmission may start to get a bit unhappy.
Downpipes-cant recommend Kooks Exptics enough. Check that out.
Tuning-sounds like you Ive that handled, but if for any reason you are still searching, DME Tuning is tough to beat.
But anyways, love that you got a great car you will enjoy, and sounds like you have a fun game plan for it mapped out, congrats and enjoy!
I have literally driven the car for about a few hours now and, I can seriously say that this thing is a beast, especially in higher revs/speeds. Its hard for me to get the power down in 1st gear, getting used to it. Before this car, I have had a '13 C63 and I currently also drive a '15 S63 sedan I have had for over a year but this car is really something else.
Regarding altering compression/rebound, I would never play with that, and I Would never mess with the ride height either. As long as I am on the lowest setting, I"m good. And I'm pretty sure the KW HAS system does not go lower than the H&R's 1.2 inches.
Regarding the PureTurbos 900 kit, I will choose to go with that system, and are actually planning on getting it installed at SSR Performance which is pretty local to me, (1 hour drive). I am not planning on "racing" the car as of yet. I will take it on the track here and there. But for most of the time, it will be a weekend monster and a garage queen during the week. The transmission/axle will not be happy handling all the added power?
As far as the downpipes, I decided to go with the full catless downpipes, custom fabricated from SSR where my install is being done. Will the gas fumes drive me crazy?
As far as the tune, I am leaning towards golabworx tuning, a close friend of mine tuned his '15 E63 with them and is very pleased. SSR recommended DME to me and I will consider them as well.
Questions
Will I need wider, stickier tires after all the added power?
Is there anything I can do to hear more of the turbo spool? May be a stupid question but I used to drive a Lancer EVO, and I loved the spooling noises from the turbos, just like the Abarth.
I would love to have more exhaust burble, I think that is possible with the tune?
Also, I want a high HP/lower torque setup. This is also configurable from the tune correct?
Thanks for all your support.
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Thanks for the info!
I have literally driven the car for about a few hours now and, I can seriously say that this thing is a beast, especially in higher revs/speeds. Its hard for me to get the power down in 1st gear, getting used to it. Before this car, I have had a '13 C63 and I currently also drive a '15 S63 sedan I have had for over a year but this car is really something else.
Regarding altering compression/rebound, I would never play with that, and I Would never mess with the ride height either. As long as I am on the lowest setting, I"m good. And I'm pretty sure the KW HAS system does not go lower than the H&R's 1.2 inches.
Regarding the PureTurbos 900 kit, I will choose to go with that system, and are actually planning on getting it installed at SSR Performance which is pretty local to me, (1 hour drive). I am not planning on "racing" the car as of yet. I will take it on the track here and there. But for most of the time, it will be a weekend monster and a garage queen during the week. The transmission/axle will not be happy handling all the added power?
As far as the downpipes, I decided to go with the full catless downpipes, custom fabricated from SSR where my install is being done. Will the gas fumes drive me crazy?
As far as the tune, I am leaning towards golabworx tuning, a close friend of mine tuned his '15 E63 with them and is very pleased. SSR recommended DME to me and I will consider them as well.
Questions
Will I need wider, stickier tires after all the added power?
Is there anything I can do to hear more of the turbo spool? May be a stupid question but I used to drive a Lancer EVO, and I loved the spooling noises from the turbos, just like the Abarth.
I would love to have more exhaust burble, I think that is possible with the tune?
Also, I want a high HP/lower torque setup. This is also configurable from the tune correct?
Thanks for all your support.
I have literally driven the car for about a few hours now and, I can seriously say that this thing is a beast, especially in higher revs/speeds. Its hard for me to get the power down in 1st gear, getting used to it. Before this car, I have had a '13 C63 and I currently also drive a '15 S63 sedan I have had for over a year but this car is really something else.
Regarding altering compression/rebound, I would never play with that, and I Would never mess with the ride height either. As long as I am on the lowest setting, I"m good. And I'm pretty sure the KW HAS system does not go lower than the H&R's 1.2 inches.
Regarding the PureTurbos 900 kit, I will choose to go with that system, and are actually planning on getting it installed at SSR Performance which is pretty local to me, (1 hour drive). I am not planning on "racing" the car as of yet. I will take it on the track here and there. But for most of the time, it will be a weekend monster and a garage queen during the week. The transmission/axle will not be happy handling all the added power?
As far as the downpipes, I decided to go with the full catless downpipes, custom fabricated from SSR where my install is being done. Will the gas fumes drive me crazy?
As far as the tune, I am leaning towards golabworx tuning, a close friend of mine tuned his '15 E63 with them and is very pleased. SSR recommended DME to me and I will consider them as well.
Questions
Will I need wider, stickier tires after all the added power?
Is there anything I can do to hear more of the turbo spool? May be a stupid question but I used to drive a Lancer EVO, and I loved the spooling noises from the turbos, just like the Abarth.
I would love to have more exhaust burble, I think that is possible with the tune?
Also, I want a high HP/lower torque setup. This is also configurable from the tune correct?
Thanks for all your support.
Wider/sticker, once Pure900, yes.
Catless downpipes will allow most turbo sound you can get.
Catless should give you enough burble, avoid all that stupid artificial popping that lasts 5-10 seconds after letting off gas, cool for a day, then.......
High HP no problem, high torque with 900s, trans will start to slip at some point. But talk to Kevin about turbo set up, he can pull some torque out at specific areas of power band to provide longevity to trans, wont be absolute max Hp and TQ, but trams will be happier, or go max HP and TQ and trans be damned! But you cant have both max with 900s and longevity of clutches.
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Golabworx/Kevin / DME, you are all good there....killer tune.
If DME offers their tune at a lower price should I go that route or stick with Kevin at golabworx? I would love to dyno mar car to see the gains right away.
Wider/sticker, once Pure900, yes.
Any specific sizes or brands you recommend with my stock forged wheels?
Catless downpipes will allow most turbo sound you can get.
Catless should give you enough burble, avoid all that stupid artificial popping that lasts 5-10 seconds after letting off gas, cool for a day, then.......
Good to know.
High HP no problem, high torque with 900s, trans will start to slip at some point. But talk to Kevin about turbo set up, he can pull some torque out at specific areas of power band to provide longevity to trans, wont be absolute max Hp and TQ, but trams will be happier, or go max HP and TQ and trans be damned! But you cant have both max with 900s and longevity of clutches.
If DME offers their tune at a lower price should I go that route or stick with Kevin at golabworx? I would love to dyno mar car to see the gains right away.
Wider/sticker, once Pure900, yes.
Any specific sizes or brands you recommend with my stock forged wheels?
Catless downpipes will allow most turbo sound you can get.
Catless should give you enough burble, avoid all that stupid artificial popping that lasts 5-10 seconds after letting off gas, cool for a day, then.......
Good to know.
High HP no problem, high torque with 900s, trans will start to slip at some point. But talk to Kevin about turbo set up, he can pull some torque out at specific areas of power band to provide longevity to trans, wont be absolute max Hp and TQ, but trams will be happier, or go max HP and TQ and trans be damned! But you cant have both max with 900s and longevity of clutches.
Thanks for all your help.
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I never measured but when I had H&R springs on my car, I swear it lowered more than 1.2". I also had/have aftermarket wheels and it rubbed pretty bad over bumps/dips. The ride was also pretty terrible. I was almost convinced they sent me the wrong springs but I think they only make one set for these cars.
Switched to the KW HAS and it rides much better and no more rubbing. I've got less than a 2 finger gap all around.
Switched to the KW HAS and it rides much better and no more rubbing. I've got less than a 2 finger gap all around.
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Another new photo I took stock, before the mods begin.
Im taking my car on Monday to SSR Performance to have my Pure Turbos stage 2 installed as well as custom catless downpipes from them, and H&R springs. I am having my tune done by Golabworx. Cant wait! Ive only had this beast for a couple of weeks and I cant imagine how insane it will be after my mods are done.
Cosmetic upgrades im doing soon:
Chrome Delete for front grille, door handles and exhaust tips
20% tint all around
RW Carbon rear diffuser
Powder coating wheels (what color do you guys think looks best with my setup and Magno iridium paint?). Graphite? Black?
Thanks for your input guys, much appreciated.
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Another new photo I took stock, before the mods begin.
Im taking my car on Monday to SSR Performance to have my Pure Turbos stage 2 installed as well as custom catless downpipes from them, and H&R springs. I am having my tune done by Golabworx. Cant wait! Ive only had this beast for a couple of weeks and I cant imagine how insane it will be after my mods are done.
Cosmetic upgrades im doing soon:
Chrome Delete for front grille, door handles and exhaust tips
20% tint all around
RW Carbon rear diffuser
Powder coating wheels (what color do you guys think looks best with my setup and Magno iridium paint?). Graphite? Black?
Thanks for your input guys, much appreciated.
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I am old and no one really listens to us old guys, but I'll give it a try anyway. I own 17 cars right now (have had over 470 that I remember), and if there is one thing I have found that have found to be true is that there is this compelling force to alter a car before you even grasp what it is capable of. I never touch my cars for at least 2 months, and the first thing I do is go to an empty parking lot (I have a set of flags with suction cups), an empty office park works great. with the GTS, put it in race mode and turn of the traction controls and see what the car can do, and learn to control it. You will also see what the cars strengths and weakness are. I do not like drive by wire delay (I have a throttle controller) and do not like the feel of alcantera (I have a leather wheel and larger paddles), the car was a bit tail happy with the tires it came with so I changed them. I have a Cayman that I set up for track use, so I use the GTS on the street only, and there is no way (at least where I live that you need more power than stock for the street. Being old I never leaned to drive with traction controls so I find the car pretty enjoyable with the stock power.
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I am old and no one really listens to us old guys, but I'll give it a try anyway. I own 17 cars right now (have had over 470 that I remember), and if there is one thing I have found that have found to be true is that there is this compelling force to alter a car before you even grasp what it is capable of. I never touch my cars for at least 2 months, and the first thing I do is go to an empty parking lot (I have a set of flags with suction cups), an empty office park works great. with the GTS, put it in race mode and turn of the traction controls and see what the car can do, and learn to control it. You will also see what the cars strengths and weakness are. I do not like drive by wire delay (I have a throttle controller) and do not like the feel of alcantera (I have a leather wheel and larger paddles), the car was a bit tail happy with the tires it came with so I changed them. I have a Cayman that I set up for track use, so I use the GTS on the street only, and there is no way (at least where I live that you need more power than stock for the street. Being old I never leaned to drive with traction controls so I find the car pretty enjoyable with the stock power.
I had a C63 a few years ago and currently also have a S63 as a DD. But this GTS is an entirely different beast. It is really engineering perfection.
The problem is that eventually I will get used to all the power this car has to offer. The easy availability of extra power makes it so hard to resist. There is so much extra power waiting to be unleashed and I would love to take this car to its max potential. The best part is that the performance upgrades are very reliable and pretty affordable when you compare the price of the performance upgrades versus the price of this car.
Downpipes / Pure Turbos / Tune and you can be pushing 700-800 reliable HP with pump gas, that was unheard of just a few years ago.
Theres my 2 cents.
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Here she is at SSR Performance ready to be started!! Congratulations @Bijan Kohan !
This is the last time you guys will be seeing her in her stock form! Looks and power both!
Attachment 440473
The list on this one is very tasteful! Let us know what you guys think!
- PURE900 Upgraded Turbos (expected to make 700+ whp)
- SSR Performance Competition Series Downpipes
- Stage 2 ECU calibration for Pure Turbos
- OEM Plugs gapped to .020" for the more aggressive timing
- Upgraded BMC air filters
- Custom Gunmetal Coated Wheels
- H&R Lowering Springs (1.2" front lowering 1.2" rear lowering)
- Suntek Ceramic window tint all around
- Door handle and front grille chrome delete
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She's going to look and feel like a whole new car in the matter of just 1 week! Our goal here at SSR Performance (www.instagram.com/SSRperformance) is to always listen to and understand YOUR needs. We have spoken in great detail with @Bijan Kohan in order to ensure this baby comes out exactly how he has always imagined. Super excited to get this started for him! She is in good hands
Call us to get your project started (800) 438-2808
Follow us to keep up with our day to day projects www.Instagram.com/SSRperformance
Shah @ SSR Performance
This is the last time you guys will be seeing her in her stock form! Looks and power both!
Attachment 440473
The list on this one is very tasteful! Let us know what you guys think!
- PURE900 Upgraded Turbos (expected to make 700+ whp)
- SSR Performance Competition Series Downpipes
- Stage 2 ECU calibration for Pure Turbos
- OEM Plugs gapped to .020" for the more aggressive timing
- Upgraded BMC air filters
- Custom Gunmetal Coated Wheels
- H&R Lowering Springs (1.2" front lowering 1.2" rear lowering)
- Suntek Ceramic window tint all around
- Door handle and front grille chrome delete
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-
She's going to look and feel like a whole new car in the matter of just 1 week! Our goal here at SSR Performance (www.instagram.com/SSRperformance) is to always listen to and understand YOUR needs. We have spoken in great detail with @Bijan Kohan in order to ensure this baby comes out exactly how he has always imagined. Super excited to get this started for him! She is in good hands
Call us to get your project started (800) 438-2808
Follow us to keep up with our day to day projects www.Instagram.com/SSRperformance
Shah @ SSR Performance
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Dear fellow GT owners,
I am extremely happy to announce that I just purchased a 2016 GTS for about $90k, CPO, with around 5600 miles on the clock. MSRP of $160k.
I currently drive a 15 S63 sedan which I love but I was looking for something much lighter on its feet. Ive also owned a 13 C63 sedan in the past which was an absolute beats.
Ill be posting pics soon but I wanted to go over my project first to get some opinions:
1) RW Carbon rear diffuser, CF steering wheel trim, CF shift paddles.
2) H&R lowering springs (Are there lowering springs which go lower than these 1.2 inch drop?). I do not want to go with a Coilover setup.
3) Catless Downpipes
Upgraded NGK spark plugs
BMC replacement filter
Weistec BOV (any benefit with these?)
Pure Turbos 800 or 900
Performanfe tune plus handheld
I am being told by my tuner that the pure turbos 900 is overkill and 800 is enough. I will not be running meth injection and will be using 91 octane gas which is unfortunately the highest octane gas here.
What do do you guys think? Would love to hear your thoughts. Cant wait to get started!
I am extremely happy to announce that I just purchased a 2016 GTS for about $90k, CPO, with around 5600 miles on the clock. MSRP of $160k.
I currently drive a 15 S63 sedan which I love but I was looking for something much lighter on its feet. Ive also owned a 13 C63 sedan in the past which was an absolute beats.
Ill be posting pics soon but I wanted to go over my project first to get some opinions:
1) RW Carbon rear diffuser, CF steering wheel trim, CF shift paddles.
2) H&R lowering springs (Are there lowering springs which go lower than these 1.2 inch drop?). I do not want to go with a Coilover setup.
3) Catless Downpipes
Upgraded NGK spark plugs
BMC replacement filter
Weistec BOV (any benefit with these?)
Pure Turbos 800 or 900
Performanfe tune plus handheld
I am being told by my tuner that the pure turbos 900 is overkill and 800 is enough. I will not be running meth injection and will be using 91 octane gas which is unfortunately the highest octane gas here.
What do do you guys think? Would love to hear your thoughts. Cant wait to get started!
If you need any more power than that you only drive straight roads..
BOV will help reduce intake temps and add a nice hiss..
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