I need 22 more HP - Whats the easiest Mod that wont affect engine life
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I need 22 more HP - Whats the easiest Mod that wont affect engine life
I'm not a fan of forced induction, in my opinion it will REDUCE engine life & pull Mpg numbers down (increase in compression ratios that aren't taken into account by manufacturer will increase wear n tear)
Here's what I have in mind:
- Any suitable Intake mod (non oil based so MAF doesnt go bad)
- Exhaust headers to ease back pressure
Anything else ?
Here's what I have in mind:
- Any suitable Intake mod (non oil based so MAF doesnt go bad)
- Exhaust headers to ease back pressure
Anything else ?
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I'm not a fan of forced induction, in my opinion it will REDUCE engine life & pull Mpg numbers down (increase in compression ratios that aren't taken into account by manufacturer will increase wear n tear)
Here's what I have in mind:
- Any suitable Intake mod (non oil based so MAF doesnt go bad)
- Exhaust headers to ease back pressure
Anything else ?
Here's what I have in mind:
- Any suitable Intake mod (non oil based so MAF doesnt go bad)
- Exhaust headers to ease back pressure
Anything else ?
To gain 22 whp on a 350 engine is not easy nor cheap. But, if you must have 20-25 hp, you'll need at the very least, an ECU tune and extensive exhaust work. Add a set of lightweight forged wheels, and you should be able to squeeze 25 ponies out of her. Gonna cost thousands to get there though.
Ask me how I know.
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You might be able to try a variant of the VRP python tube intake. Completely removes the OEM airbox and straight plumbs the intake to the front of the car with a set of cone filters. Not sure what you'd gain, if anything, on a 350 engine.
On an aside, I have the lightweight wheels for sale right now.
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Currently, I own the quickest naturally aspirated E500 on record.