How would you spend $1500

[NiceCobra]

I have about ~$1500 to spend on mods and need some suggestions on what to get
Current mods-
Jlt rai
O/r prochamber
Stingers
2.76 pulley with 100 mm idler (Dyno tuned)
H&r race springs

The mods I'm thinking about purchasing are aem A/F guage
Afco heat exchanger( possibly killer chiller but leaning towards heat exchanger for lower price and ease of install)
Mgw shifter
Tints
1/4" spacers for the rear

What do you guys think? Have any better options?

 

[cj428mach]

I think everyone is going to ask what your goals are for the car.

To me I'd probably go with the wideband setup then start saving the rest for power mods.

 

[P49Y-CY]

I have about ~$1500 to spend on mods and need some suggestions on what to get
Current mods-
Jlt rai
O/r prochamber
Stingers
2.76 pulley with 100 mm idler (Dyno tuned)
H&r race springs

The mods I'm thinking about purchasing are aem A/F guage
Afco heat exchanger( possibly killer chiller but leaning towards heat exchanger for lower price and ease of install)
Mgw shifter
Tints
1/4" spacers for the rear

What do you guys think? Have any better options?

- definitely mgw shifter

- add the 3 other idlers

- irs mods like bushings, cover, etc

- rxt or rst clutch (but that would blow alot of your budget)


have fun!

 

[NiceCobra]

Oops forgot to add I have the ford racing cover as well. My goals eventually would be to get a bigger blower for 550-600whp.But that won't be for a year or 2.
I'm currently sitting at 478 whp 468tq and am pretty satisfied for right now.
I will probably but some subframe connectors too and have them welded in

 

[b_dike]

If your going bigger in a couple years, then you better start buying up all the supporting mods; maf, bap/ pumps, inj, and so on... So that when the time comes for a twin screw your car will be ready for it.

 

[NiceCobra]

Well I would end up selling my quad and that would give me enough money to buy the bigger blower and all supporting mods at once I hope haha.

 

[2003cobra22]

Get the
-A/F gauge
-Sub frame connectors

Spend the rest on supporting mods for the bigger blower..they add up fast$$

 

[NiceCobra]

I just don't want to start buying the supporting mods then a year from now decide I'm happy with the current power I'm at and never install a bigger blower.( very unlikely ) but still ha. I could probably get around 4500 for my quad . I figure if I buy the blower and supporting mods used that should be good

 

[BlksvtCobra01]

Subframe connectors
Wideband
At a minimum differential front and rear bushings if your not going to do all bushings in the IRS.
Supporting mods
Twin screw

 

[NiceCobra]

What do you guys think a good price is to have subframe connectors welded and painted? I only got one quote so far for $300.

 

[2003cobra22]

What do you guys think a good price is to have subframe connectors welded and painted? I only got one quote so far for $300.

Thats step paid a guy i know at a midas $30 to do the welds and i used a can of VHT black paint to cover everything

 

[NiceCobra]

Yea that's what I figured. I'll have to do more shopping around

 

[NiceCobra]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys. If anyone else has any ideas let me know. I'm getting the style bar too

 

[R.D.P.]

MGW shifter should be #1, order it now - you don't know how bad your treating yourself. Also replace the stock idlers before one blows apart on you. It's a serious risk you need to eliminate. After that - subframes if you drive a couple, matrix braces if you drive a vert. Do you have a nice bluetooth head unit already? Definitely a worthwhile upgrade since the stock stereo is so basic by todays standards. Also consider ditching the hood blanket and stock vents for some LFP or TF vents - looks awesome and definitely helps with airflow. The stock vents and setup are very restrictive IMO.

 

[west08]

What do you guys think a good price is to have subframe connectors welded and painted? I only got one quote so far for $300.

I was quoted by a performance shop 4-5 hours of labor at $85 /hour. They said they TIG weld instead of MIG and make sure they fit perfectly. It sounded like quality work when I was on the phone with them but I had sticker shock about the price and they have been sitting in the car all winter. I don't know if I can trust somebody at a random muffler shop.

 

[NiceCobra]

Na no aftermarket radio. I usually just listen to my exhaust when cruising around. The $300 price was from a reputable performance shop that already did some work on my car. They did an awesome job and I definitely trust them with my car.

 

[jbs$]

You guys have no imagination, A bill and a half to throw away equals two quality happy hookers and a happy me. For the overseers, I am talking about tires, I think.

 

[2003cobra22]

I was quoted by a performance shop 4-5 hours of labor at $85 /hour. They said they TIG weld instead of MIG and make sure they fit perfectly. It sounded like quality work when I was on the phone with them but I had sticker shock about the price and they have been sitting in the car all winter. I don't know if I can trust somebody at a random muffler shop.

Mine took about 1hr to do, some shops recommend removing the seats and carpet to avoid burning during the welding which might explain the 4-5hrs though I didn't have any issues. Sub frames come with intructions on were the welds should be placed. I knew the guy so its different but even some of the best performance shop mechanics don't know how to weld.

 

[NiceCobra]

The shop I'd bring mine to does real good welds. They build a lot of race cars there.

 

[lobra97]

you could buy my steggy lol