I want to get up to "SPEED"

what_import · 05-28-2001, 12:55 PM

Well I have a 98 GT. STOCK as hell and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on some farily inexpensive mods to just get things rolling in hopes to one day have a really nice AMERICAN machine!

T_Bone · 05-28-2001, 05:47 PM

1. FRPP Gears(3.73 or 4.10)-$190+ install
2. BBK or Bassani Off-road or Hi-flow H(or X)-pipe-$180-$410
3. Steeda or ASP underdrive pulleys-$180
4. Steeda timing adjuster-$160
5. Pro 5.0 or Steeda Tri-ax short-throw shifter-$180
5. K&N Air filter-$50

These are about the only worth-while, affordable mods that will make a difference.

Then there is the '99 intake/head swap that will run you about $1000 in parts and about $750 for the install, but will gain you about 35hp. Well worth it.

Beyond that is supercharging($2800+) or Nitrous($550+)...

Not worth-while(N/A hp wise) but inexpensive mods include:
1. Aftermarket throttle body
2. C&L or Pro-M Mass Air Meter
3. Cold air kit
4. Aftermarket cat-back
5. Headers(also a PITA to install)

Things not to get:
1. Superchip, Diablo chip, or any other chip claiming 25hp. The only chip to get is a dyno tuned chip or JMS chip.

I may have forgotten some things, but this should get you started. I'm sure others will have some input as well.

Good luck!

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Travis
T-Bones 1997 Cobra#6342 born 6-11-97

Wht/blk, Pro 5.0,FRPP 4.56's, aluminum driveshaft, FRPP throttle body, C&L 80mm MAF, K&N, Steeda U/D pulleys, Steeda timing adjuster, Borla cat-back, BBK cat H-pipe, SFC's, FRPP pro springs, BBK caster/cambers.
My old 96GT

what_import · 05-28-2001, 07:04 PM

Awesome! Thanks Travis...I will be sure to get started researching good local companies with the prices of those items.

05-28-2001, 12:55 PM	#1
what_import Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Tampa,FL,USA Posts: 43	I want to get up to "SPEED" Well I have a 98 GT. STOCK as hell and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on some farily inexpensive mods to just get things rolling in hopes to one day have a really nice AMERICAN machine!

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05-28-2001, 05:47 PM	#2
T_Bone Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Minot AFB, ND Posts: 207	1. FRPP Gears(3.73 or 4.10)-$190+ install 2. BBK or Bassani Off-road or Hi-flow H(or X)-pipe-$180-$410 3. Steeda or ASP underdrive pulleys-$180 4. Steeda timing adjuster-$160 5. Pro 5.0 or Steeda Tri-ax short-throw shifter-$180 5. K&N Air filter-$50 These are about the only worth-while, affordable mods that will make a difference. Then there is the '99 intake/head swap that will run you about $1000 in parts and about $750 for the install, but will gain you about 35hp. Well worth it. Beyond that is supercharging($2800+) or Nitrous($550+)... Not worth-while(N/A hp wise) but inexpensive mods include: 1. Aftermarket throttle body 2. C&L or Pro-M Mass Air Meter 3. Cold air kit 4. Aftermarket cat-back 5. Headers(also a PITA to install) Things not to get: 1. Superchip, Diablo chip, or any other chip claiming 25hp. The only chip to get is a dyno tuned chip or JMS chip. I may have forgotten some things, but this should get you started. I'm sure others will have some input as well. Good luck! ------------------ Travis T-Bones 1997 Cobra#6342 born 6-11-97 Wht/blk, Pro 5.0,FRPP 4.56's, aluminum driveshaft, FRPP throttle body, C&L 80mm MAF, K&N, Steeda U/D pulleys, Steeda timing adjuster, Borla cat-back, BBK cat H-pipe, SFC's, FRPP pro springs, BBK caster/cambers. My old 96GT

05-28-2001, 07:04 PM	#3
what_import Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Tampa,FL,USA Posts: 43	Awesome! Thanks Travis...I will be sure to get started researching good local companies with the prices of those items.