Forum: Other Mods
01-03-2012, 10:52 PM
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Replies: 66
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Re: Magnaflow or Flowmaster??
Hooker Header Part number 21721...2-1/2" inlet, dual 2-1/4" crossflow outlet...Found some on ebay for $95.90 shipped!
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Forum: Other Mods
01-03-2012, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 66
Views: 21,879
Re: Magnaflow or Flowmaster??
Actually, I would go with the Hooker Header Aero Chamber Muffler thats a Camaro style like the Flowmaster 80 series and the MagnaFlow. It has chambers like the Flowmaster to control flow direction...
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Forum: Chris's SVX Shop
01-12-2007, 01:05 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,047
long lived timing belt
Well, my SVX has 194k and I have owned it since 33k and it still has the original timing belt and water pump which operate fine. I just wish I could say the same for the front seal, cam seals, and...
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Forum: MOD Mania
10-10-2004, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 10,079
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Forum: MOD Mania
10-08-2004, 09:45 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,664
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Forum: Engine Management
10-05-2004, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 12,266
Makes total sense. Why have more power going to...
Makes total sense. Why have more power going to the tranny that isn't going to be put to the ground properly, through the slipping bands in the tranny. Could I just install a multiple throw switch...
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Forum: Engine Management
10-03-2004, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 12,266
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Forum: Engine Management
10-03-2004, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 12,266
torque control for automatics
OK, lets get this straight. If I want to bypass the torque control system with an auto tranny, I would have to disconnect or install a switch between the TCU and terminal #20 on connector B59 to...
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Forum: Other Mods
10-03-2004, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 66
Views: 21,879
Hooker Header Aero Chamber muffler
If anyone cares, my good bud just bought for his '94 5spd, a Hooker Header Aero Chamber muffler, cross flow style and a dual inlet single outlet high flow converter. These will be installed as soon...
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Forum: MOD Mania
10-01-2004, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 10,079
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Forum: MOD Mania
10-01-2004, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 67
Views: 10,079
255/35R18's
Doesn't that size have a slightly larger overall diameter than stock? I think the 245/35R18 are almost identical to stock. Is your speedo off?
Greg
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Forum: Other Mods
10-01-2004, 12:07 AM
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Replies: 66
Views: 21,879
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Forum: Other Mods
10-01-2004, 12:06 AM
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Replies: 66
Views: 21,879
flowmaster 60
Only recommend running duals with a H or X-pipe. Added a H-pipe later.
Greg
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Forum: MOD Mania
09-30-2004, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,329
that looks sweet!
Exactly what year BMW's (E46) can be used and which ones fit better? The 3 series or 7 series? What did you pay for the HID parts? Do they have that purpley hue that looks awesome? How does this...
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Forum: MOD Mania
09-30-2004, 10:54 PM
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Replies: 98
Views: 16,632
mufflers again
I thought of running one 60 series Flowmaster muffler turned sideways in the factory muffler location and running some intricate Y-pipe and exhaust plumbing after the muffler to allow for functional...
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Forum: MOD Mania
09-30-2004, 10:46 PM
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Replies: 98
Views: 16,632
Mufflers
I must say if I was to do the whole exhaust thing over again, I would stick with a single muffler for weight saving purposes. I work at an auto parts store, so in my freetime I am always looking at...
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Forum: Body Modifications
09-30-2004, 10:15 PM
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Replies: 217
Views: 43,566
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Forum: Wheels / Tires
09-30-2004, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 14,510
Tires/wheels combo
The largest size tire you could run on 18" rims with the correct overall diameter is P245/35R18. Unless the inner and outer fenders are modifed and offsets changed, this would be the one to go...
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Forum: MOD Mania
09-30-2004, 09:41 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,517
flowmaster 80 series
Unless you enjoy having your car sound really really loud, I wouldn't go with the 80 series. All it is, is a cross-flow style 40 series, very loud. I would stick with a 50 or 60 series muffler. ...
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Forum: Engine Management
09-30-2004, 09:05 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 12,266
torque control
WOW Chiketkd, I barely even remember writing that initial post back in '01! How fast time flies by. It sounds like from the other posts that the TCU is responsible for grounding out the signal of...
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Forum: MOD Mania
02-10-2003, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,657
Exhaust
I had the exhaust bent at a small private garage outside of Madison WI called Mac's muffler, the installer, Wayne, is one awesome guy and is willing to tackle any crazy project. He just installed my...
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Forum: MOD Mania
02-09-2003, 06:42 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,657
svxride
The X-pipe does intersect. I bought it pre-made from flowtech. (I manage an autoparts store, so I have stacks of catalogs to look through to find stuff). I am using the Flowmaster 60 series...
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Forum: MOD Mania
02-08-2003, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 6,657
dual exhaust
I have ran my SVX for over 2 years now with a true dual exhaust with no problems at all. But I did notice the slight loss in low end power with the gain in mid to high end power. I placed an X-pipe...
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Forum: MOD Mania
02-07-2003, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 734
Tires
I just installed factory sized Sumitomo HTR+ tires. They are amazingly quiet, cost only 85 dollars each, and perform and grip better than my rip off $150 Michelin Pilot XGT Z4's. But the Pilots did...
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Forum: MOD Mania
01-09-2003, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,518
lowering
The best way to cheaply lower your car is to use spring clamps. Two bolt on to each coil and they clamp them down a little. After I installed my stereo in the trunk, the rear end sat a tad bit...
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