Hi,
Short of any sort of forced induction (turbo/supercharger) or nitrous kits, I'd like to hear everyone's ideas on modifications to a 2.3 N/A that improve power, and also, handling.
And also, will chipping companies (such as SuperChips, or others) burn a custom chip for your engine after all the mods are done, so that the computer can take all the modifications into account, and hopefully put out more power? (And also avoid 'Check Engine' lights that aren't true, instead of just taking the bulb out...)
So far, I have the follwing items on my list:
- Complete engine rebuld using strengthened/lightened parts
- Complete trans swap to 5-spd manual or totally redone/improved auto trans
- Battery relocated to trunk
- CAI+K/N air filter upgrade
- MSD ignition system/wires upgrade
- 180F thermostat upgrade
- Alternator upgrade
- Underdrive pulleys
- Suspension upgrade
- Largest possible tires/rims w/o rubbing at lock to lock
- Custom computer chip, taking into account all upgrades
Soon I'll start a new job, and I'll be putting away a nice chunk of change so that when the time comes, I can take out a nice chunk and get it all done in one shot, versus a piece at a time.
Thanks!
Short of any sort of forced induction (turbo/supercharger) or nitrous kits, I'd like to hear everyone's ideas on modifications to a 2.3 N/A that improve power, and also, handling.
And also, will chipping companies (such as SuperChips, or others) burn a custom chip for your engine after all the mods are done, so that the computer can take all the modifications into account, and hopefully put out more power? (And also avoid 'Check Engine' lights that aren't true, instead of just taking the bulb out...)
So far, I have the follwing items on my list:
- Complete engine rebuld using strengthened/lightened parts
- Complete trans swap to 5-spd manual or totally redone/improved auto trans
- Battery relocated to trunk
- CAI+K/N air filter upgrade
- MSD ignition system/wires upgrade
- 180F thermostat upgrade
- Alternator upgrade
- Underdrive pulleys
- Suspension upgrade
- Largest possible tires/rims w/o rubbing at lock to lock
- Custom computer chip, taking into account all upgrades
Soon I'll start a new job, and I'll be putting away a nice chunk of change so that when the time comes, I can take out a nice chunk and get it all done in one shot, versus a piece at a time.
Thanks!