Best mod for the buck???

[caryhson1]

i searched through the other threads for this but didnt find what i was looking for....sry if im double posting.

I just want everyones opinion and proof to back it up(if they got it). Whats the best mod for the buck?....high gain....lowgain.....looks....whatever....

[eclipsed4utoo]

RRE rear strut tower brace...its only like $80 and you will feel a difference

[Igovert500]

You might want to clarify what you want a little more...are you looking for a power mod or a mod that will benefit you in handling. Also what kind of money do you want to be spending...because the best mod IMO is always forced induction, but a turbo or supercharger is going to run you a few grand...so you may want to be a bit more specific...

Also what are your goals, because the best bang for buck mod...might not always be the best one to start with.

[caryhson1]

I just wanted to know what recent luck, good or bad, people have had moding there cars. I can READ all the mod specs i want, but i would much rather hear from someone who has tested the actual parts and what not. I already know what i want. I just like to know how people like what they got. Again...high gain....low ain.....looks....whatever....

[Igovert500]

I think your missing my point...

For instance the best mod possible would be a turbo or supercharger...but that will cost you 2000-5000

A nice starting mod for cheap could be an intake for $30.

There is a huge difference. So if you rephrase your question you will probably get more useful answers.

Because we don't know if you are asking:
What is the best mod I can do for under $150?
What is the best exhaust, hp and price-wise?
What mod will give me an additional 100hp?

See the difference...It's like asking what is the best food? We don't know if you are interested in lobster and caviar, or sweet tarts and jolly ranchers...

An open question like this tends to get skipped over by most people, so I suggest you narrow it down and if you have specific questions, regarding what to do first, or what brands to go with or avoid, etc, then you ask them. You'll get alot more useful responses that way.

[Sleepr awd]

i like my intake and i paid about 15bucks per hp i got out of it (not proven but approximate) relate that to a turbo kit for 4k $$ and an extra 130whp.... and its a higher $ per whp

[caryhson1]

im sry.......best mod for under $500.....it can best performance or looks or both....

[eclipsed4utoo]

the ST rear sway bar

[dickswhip00gs]

the dthree chassis kits like 4-something+ shiping. aftermarket brake rotors are your best bet. or good quality tires. not to much you can do to the 3g without shelling out some clams.

[eclipsed4utoo]

the reason i didnt suggest the D3 chassis kit is b/c there is a debate on whether we need a front sway bar. some say it works great, others say it can create understeer or oversteer

[Sleepr awd]

for just performance...intake and a downpipe for under 500$ if you do it all yourself

[rodbls]

I would agree with the brakes. You can get some performance stock replacement rotors and pads and it will greatly increase your overall performance under braking. Although, good tires also contribute to the cause of stopping...so after a while, the brakes feel a little strong for stock tires. The BEST thing you can do is set up a priority list of what you want done. Start with easy stuff that will help you later on with bigger more $$$ stuff. AKA, you will need brakes and wheels before you get FI because whats the point of 350+ WHP if you cant get it to the ground.

[dickswhip00gs]

true about the D3 front swaybar theory. if im not mistaken RRE suggests not toinstall one on the front either.

what model car are we talking about anyway?

[eclipsed4utoo]

i would agree that brakes are a great place to start. i will be ordering powerslot rotors and hawk brake pads next week

[caryhson1]

Thnx guys..i have the intake and new tires so i think i am going to go with the brakes. They're easy to do and as u guys say not too expensive. FYI i drive a 00 GT.