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Engine is it worth it?

Discussion in 'Powertrain' started by jiggaman725, Jan 31, 2005.

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    jiggaman725 the black guy

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    is it worth it?

    I finally found a place that sells an underdrive pulley for my car (www.aspracing.com) but now I'm just wondering, is it really gonna make that much of a difference? I mean, I'm not expecting huge numbers but if I'm gonna spend like $130 I'd like to feel some type of gain.

    btw I've got a 98 rolla (non-vvti)...any input is appreciated
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    turbo4age Love to Hate me

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    not worth it in my opinion.... but what does that matter?

    it wont be a noticeable gain, if any
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    JLee TD05 3SGTE

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    If you can't think of anything else to do with it, start saving for a turbo or another car.. :p

    What do you have done so far?
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    jiggaman725 the black guy

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    i've got plenty left to do, just not to the engine. so far i've got E.L. Prototype's cold air intake and NGK spark plugs and wires...got any tips on how to run a 15.9 n/a?
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    JLee TD05 3SGTE

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    My complete list (as far as I can remember) when I ran a 15.943:

    ELP CAI
    2.25" catback / resonator / straight-through muffler
    Intrax springs
    Tokico struts
    Strut bar
    ACT clutch
    Fidanza flywheel
    Crappy tires
    Cold day
    Decent launch

    That did it for me..but if you have an auto, good luck :(

    I think I had my sub/amp in the trunk, too..I didn't gut my car for the track. :p

    Next is colder plugs (probably Denso ik20) and a bottle heater, then I'll spray..
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    Dr Tweak Mad Scientist

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    :yeadat :wstupid :hesaid
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    vortex Well-Known Member

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    I still need to figure out what my times are... lol

    Been too damn lazy/busy lol
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    JLee TD05 3SGTE

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    I've been running fairly steady 16.2-3 in 'normal' FL temps -- it was cold (probably 40f) when I ran my 15.9...I also had a 2.375 60', which I haven't been able to repeat..best is a 2.4xx.

    I'll have to pick up some sticky tires and try again before it gets warm again..
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    ghoztrider New Member

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    I wonder what i'll run. I got new sparks, a Weapon-R Secret Intake, with 16inch rims on 205/45/16 tires. TRD Muffler. With no sub in the trunk. I'm hoping for 17 flat on my 4 speed auto
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    rainbow_star New Member

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    If I was you, I'll save some more and go for e-Manage. :)
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    just throw in a 2zz-ge ;)
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    jiggaman725 the black guy

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    does that work even if you're N/A?
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    JLee TD05 3SGTE

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    Sure it'll 'work'..whether it will make any more power or not is another story. :p

    Vamp picked up some power from his..but for how much it costs for the unit, you're probably better off with n2o or a turbo fund.
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    the only thing i would spend on a rolla engine-wise is an engine swap.. ask Doc he'll hook you up.
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    yes...... factory ecu settings are pretty tame....

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