What do I do next

Posted by: wrfdff4

What do I do next - 01/24/08 11:59 PM

Okay I have a 99 GT, I
put some wheels on it and
a K&N air intake is in the works
Im looking for some quick and cheap
ways to build Horsepower. Whats next?
PS Looks count to
Posted by: 72chevman

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 12:48 AM

2.5" Magnaflow Downpipe from www.performancepeddler.com is best bang for the $
don't bother with mufflers for HP, just for sound, Summit fully welded are cheap $38 each
Change: Plugs & wires (stock do fine), fuel filter, engine and trans oil, serp belt
Silverstar headlights (looks and safety)
Pontiac decal for rear (looks & safety if you get reflective) on ebay
tint and windshield banner for looks (stay legal)
cheapest HP is lose some weight (stereo, chrome/steel wheels, sports crap in trunk)
run a can of Chevron fuel injector cleaner with Techron in a few consecutive tanks

Go to ZZPperformance and read ALL the tech articles
http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/articles.php

http://www.performancepeddler.com/SC_out...ND+PRIX&sCtrl=Y
Posted by: Chico

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 04:49 AM

There is no real cheap way to build HP,so set a goal and a budget and maybe we canhelp.Chico(pops)
Posted by: RooK

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 02:49 PM

With a GT, you're looking at either boost or a cam for power. How much do you want to spend and is downtime an issue?
Posted by: moodmangtp

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 05:18 PM

i don't have a gt but i saw this on zzperformance
http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=214&catid=113
i don't know if it will work, but it osunds like it is worth checking out.
Posted by: moodmangtp

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 05:18 PM

osunds = sounds
Posted by: 20gtp02

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 06:36 PM

It's alright if you aren't planning on modding any further, like adding boost.
Posted by: HercMan(Rob)

Re: What do I do next - 01/25/08 09:00 PM

And you can edit your post if you find a misspelling.
Posted by: 72chevman

Re: What do I do next - 01/27/08 08:39 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by moodmangtp:
i don't have a gt but i saw this on zzperformance
http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=214&catid=113
i don't know if it will work, but it osunds like it is worth checking out.
For a typical street car, this is a waste. You lose low RPM HP and TQ. That is where you drive everyday, especially on the highway. These gains are all high rpm, unless you modify your shift points to 6000, you are wasting your time and money here. Notice they show no dyno under 3000, there is a reason for this. Did you read all of this?
http://easyperformance.com/Tech_Info/HV_Insert_Test_Content.html
Posted by: RooK

Re: What do I do next - 01/27/08 09:35 PM

My car shifts at 6400. cool
Posted by: ordonez1307

Re: What do I do next - 01/27/08 09:36 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by 72chevman:
Quote:
Originally posted by moodmangtp:
[b] i don't have a gt but i saw this on zzperformance
http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=214&catid=113
i don't know if it will work, but it osunds like it is worth checking out.
For a typical street car, this is a waste. You lose low RPM HP and TQ. That is where you drive everyday, especially on the highway. These gains are all high rpm, unless you modify your shift points to 6000, you are wasting your time and money here. Notice they show no dyno under 3000, there is a reason for this. Did you read all of this?
http://easyperformance.com/Tech_Info/HV_Insert_Test_Content.html [/b]
thats like saying that rockers dont help for daily driving. I have heard nothing but good things about the HV3, and if you are trying to make an N/A build, i think it is very neccessary