R56 Forge FMIC installed, now what??
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Forge FMIC installed, now what??
I just got my forge front mount installed last week on my 07 mcs, dremel'd out the grill hiding it, actually took longer doing that than the entire intercooler install itself.
I have all brand new tires, brakes, got all my vacuum leaks taken care of, and a new valve cover.
Now, what do I do next is the question. Pretty much staying away from a CAI, just a preference, don't shoot me lol. Also not doing a bov, I'd get annoyed with the whoosh being too loud eventually lol. Exhaust then tune? Paint is fine, metallic astro black, no dents dings or scratches. Factory stock alloys.
Budget isn't really an issue but I'm not looking to break the bank exactly lol. I want to make a numerical hit list of sorts.
I have all brand new tires, brakes, got all my vacuum leaks taken care of, and a new valve cover.
Now, what do I do next is the question. Pretty much staying away from a CAI, just a preference, don't shoot me lol. Also not doing a bov, I'd get annoyed with the whoosh being too loud eventually lol. Exhaust then tune? Paint is fine, metallic astro black, no dents dings or scratches. Factory stock alloys.
Budget isn't really an issue but I'm not looking to break the bank exactly lol. I want to make a numerical hit list of sorts.
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[QUOTE=StPeteMiniS;3873269]Now, what do I do next is the question. Pretty much staying away from a CAI, just a preference, don't shoot me lol...QUOTE]
Bang!<=== Thats me shooting you. I would say get the exhaust for sure. Its a very satisfying mod. I love my NM exhaust. However, that being said, if money isn't an issue then get the Akrapovik. Best exhaust out there. Plus, those carbon fiber tips are drool worthy.
After I'd say, at the very least, get the JCW intake. You'll want more intake air flow before you get a tune. The intake it self doesnt really add andy discernable power, but like the intercooler it only aids the parts that do.
Once those are done, go get that tune. Lots of options there. Hard to pick. I still havent picked one myself yet actually...
Bang!<=== Thats me shooting you. I would say get the exhaust for sure. Its a very satisfying mod. I love my NM exhaust. However, that being said, if money isn't an issue then get the Akrapovik. Best exhaust out there. Plus, those carbon fiber tips are drool worthy.
After I'd say, at the very least, get the JCW intake. You'll want more intake air flow before you get a tune. The intake it self doesnt really add andy discernable power, but like the intercooler it only aids the parts that do.
Once those are done, go get that tune. Lots of options there. Hard to pick. I still havent picked one myself yet actually...
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You're looking at it the wrong way. It's not how long will the turbo last, but when will one have the opportunity to upgrade the turbo.
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Ideally I don't want a CEL at all lol but as long as it doesn't put me in any limp mode situation then I don't mind. I'll know if somethings wrong with the car if not.
I've got a really good buddy whose a fab guy down here in St Pete said he could make me the exhaust custom, then I'd just have to get my own muffler and he'd weld it all up.
Tune-wise I want to keep it daily and reliable. Not sure how far I can go on the tune HP and torque-wise and stay reliable and good on gas, etc.
I'm new to turbo life so a lot of this is new to me. I've got friends who want me to track it. I've got others who say just get the exhaust done, tune it then pretty it up and call it a day. But I'm sure we all know you can't just stop toying around with your ride lol.
I've got a really good buddy whose a fab guy down here in St Pete said he could make me the exhaust custom, then I'd just have to get my own muffler and he'd weld it all up.
Tune-wise I want to keep it daily and reliable. Not sure how far I can go on the tune HP and torque-wise and stay reliable and good on gas, etc.
I'm new to turbo life so a lot of this is new to me. I've got friends who want me to track it. I've got others who say just get the exhaust done, tune it then pretty it up and call it a day. But I'm sure we all know you can't just stop toying around with your ride lol.
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I just got my forge front mount installed last week on my 07 mcs, dremel'd out the grill hiding it, actually took longer doing that than the entire intercooler install itself.
I have all brand new tires, brakes, got all my vacuum leaks taken care of, and a new valve cover.
Now, what do I do next is the question. Pretty much staying away from a CAI, just a preference, don't shoot me lol. Also not doing a bov, I'd get annoyed with the whoosh being too loud eventually lol. Exhaust then tune? Paint is fine, metallic astro black, no dents dings or scratches. Factory stock alloys.
Budget isn't really an issue but I'm not looking to break the bank exactly lol. I want to make a numerical hit list of sorts.
I have all brand new tires, brakes, got all my vacuum leaks taken care of, and a new valve cover.
Now, what do I do next is the question. Pretty much staying away from a CAI, just a preference, don't shoot me lol. Also not doing a bov, I'd get annoyed with the whoosh being too loud eventually lol. Exhaust then tune? Paint is fine, metallic astro black, no dents dings or scratches. Factory stock alloys.
Budget isn't really an issue but I'm not looking to break the bank exactly lol. I want to make a numerical hit list of sorts.
Edit: and a drop in dry performance air filter.
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