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wishiwasturbod · 03-05-2008, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by emd645e3

Alright, I've been on the forums for awhile, so I think it's time to start one of these thingies.

I bought the Evo brand new from Jeff D'ambrosio Mitsu in Downingtown in March of '07.

^ Notice the lame pinstripes. They were removed within a few weeks.

So, I got mod happy. I decided to buy Buschur stage 1.

Mods-
Buschur cone filter
Buschur 3" turbo-back with HFC and bullet muffler
Forge MBC
Buschur/Dynoflash tune

Recent pictures:

Both of those are over saturated and high contrast. I wish it was really that dark

So, I don't know whats next. For now, I want tint, coilovers, and I wanna get the rims powdercoated black. I'm low on t3h cash, so, all mods must wait 'till I get a good job. Then, it's GT35R/2.3 stroker time.

it looks like a MR from the pics

redline · 03-24-2008, 02:34 PM

^ In essence the SE is a MR without the Badge, Bilsteins and 6 speed. I think with the 5sp tranny it is the best all around package for the EvoIX!

Any new additions?

the4g63 · 04-28-2008, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by redline

^ In essence the SE is a MR without the Badge, Bilsteins and 6 speed. I think with the 5sp tranny it is the best all around package for the EvoIX!

Any new additions?

Not yet. Getting tint within a few weeks. Thinking about a nice suspension/wheel/tire setup. I finally have a job where I'll be makin some money. More mods coming. I really wants a vortex generator now.

redline · 04-29-2008, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by emd645e3

Not yet. Getting tint within a few weeks. Thinking about a nice suspension/wheel/tire setup. I finally have a job where I'll be makin some money. More mods coming. I really wants a vortex generator now.

Rexpeed. I was going to buy one untill I found out the shipping over here was the same price as the damn VG itself.

wishiwasturbod · 04-30-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by emd645e3

Not yet. Getting tint within a few weeks. Thinking about a nice suspension/wheel/tire setup. I finally have a job where I'll be makin some money. More mods coming. I really wants a vortex generator now.

if ur going with go-fast stuff, go with a lower/upper hard intercooler pipes, a full exhaust, and a reflash.

that should be the basic stuff to do before u really make a decision on going bigger turbo/displacement

u wont be disappointed.

as far as wheels/tires/suspension...............idk shop around for a good deal i guess

06evors · 04-30-2008, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by redline

Rexpeed. I was going to buy one untill I found out the shipping over here was the same price as the damn VG itself.

Good luck getting anything from them that isn't on back order. 2 Months for my side splats FTL.

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Originally Posted by wishiwasturbod

if ur going with go-fast stuff, go with a lower/upper hard intercooler pipes, a full exhaust, and a reflash.

I agree with everything except for the upper pipe since they really don't do anything except for eyecandy. You know what parts make the power Jack. Go with the Buschur small battery/upper pipe/ intake combo.

wishiwasturbod · 04-30-2008, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 06evors

Good luck getting anything from them that isn't on back order. 2 Months for my side splats FTL.

I agree with everything except for the upper pipe since they really don't do anything except for eyecandy. You know what parts make the power Jack. Go with the Buschur small battery/upper pipe/ intake combo.

that will work also. i would just recommend gettin rid of those silly black Mitsu braided hoses lol my boy's evo would have those come off all the time.

^^^ btw my boy's RS is identical to yours

good mods btw

the4g63 · 07-15-2008, 11:50 PM

So, I broke my ankle and the car has been sitting for 3 weeks. It will be sitting for a few more. This blows. Nothing new yet. I need brakes and a clutch.

peteyturbo · 07-16-2008, 12:29 AM

If I were you, I'd buy a set of Cosworth cams, a fuel pump, and a REAL tune if you want the car to go faster without spending alot..No need to worry about IC pipes or even an intake if you don't need to right?
FYI I would steer clear of powdercoating those wheels as it will only weaken the forged aluminum, if you must go with the lowest temp. possible.

the4g63 · 07-16-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by peteyturbo

If I were you, I'd buy a set of Cosworth cams, a fuel pump, and a REAL tune if you want the car to go faster without spending alot..No need to worry about IC pipes or even an intake if you don't need to right?
FYI I would steer clear of powdercoating those wheels as it will only weaken the forged aluminum, if you must go with the lowest temp. possible.

Yeah, I heard it was bad. I want another set of BBS's anyway. Thanks though. I do want cams and a "real" tune, I just don't know where to go. I heard Turbotrix blew up a few motors awhile ago.

06evors · 07-16-2008, 12:21 PM

I have the s1s. You heard them they're good if you don't want attention and some more power. There are quite a few cam options for the mivec 4G now a days so get what you want to set the car up for. Ray tuned my car, haven't had any problems and for a stock turbo evo it pulls nicely. Just hoping he doen't move to NY or what ever he said.

the4g63 · 07-16-2008, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 06evors

I have the s1s. You heard them they're good if you don't want attention and some more power. There are quite a few cam options for the mivec 4G now a days so get what you want to set the car up for. Ray tuned my car, haven't had any problems and for a stock turbo evo it pulls nicely. Just hoping he doen't move to NY or what ever he said.

Yeah, I like the s1's. We'll see. Me not working kinda sucks now. But I'm saving an assload on gas.

the4g63 · 07-19-2008, 01:10 AM

Can anyone recommend some decent replacement brake pads and rotors? It's about that time.

peteyturbo · 07-19-2008, 01:59 AM

Make sure you actually need them because dealers will say that you do because they know it is a money maker job for them, they did that to me already..
Racingbrake is regarded very highly in the evo community and they have a new set of pads out that are supposed to be awesome.

I run stock rotors and Hawk HPS with stainless lines..Great bite for the street, grea feel, and better heat protection then stock..But the squeak is annoying, but then again they probably all squeak with the brembos.

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Originally Posted by emd645e3

Can anyone recommend some decent replacement brake pads and rotors? It's about that time.

the4g63 · 07-19-2008, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by peteyturbo

Make sure you actually need them because dealers will say that you do because they know it is a money maker job for them, they did that to me already..
Racingbrake is regarded very highly in the evo community and they have a new set of pads out that are supposed to be awesome.

I run stock rotors and Hawk HPS with stainless lines..Great bite for the street, grea feel, and better heat protection then stock..But the squeak is annoying, but then again they probably all squeak with the brembos.

Lol. I remember mine started squeaking like the week after I got it. Yeah, I see a lot of people using the Hawk HPS pads. I guess they produce less dust? Thats a main concern of mine. Those stock Evo pads were way too dirty. As far as rotors go, I may just stick with stock, but I'll look around.

06evors · 07-19-2008, 11:25 AM

The more dust the better stopping power. Brake dust is inevitable unless your gonna mount some carbon-ceramic porsche brakes on your evo which cost probably more than the car itself.

the4g63 · 07-19-2008, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 06evors

The more dust the better stopping power. Brake dust is inevitable unless your gonna mount some carbon-ceramic porsche brakes on your evo which cost probably more than the car itself.

...Not a bad idea...

I joke. Eh, well, bring on the dust.

redline · 07-19-2008, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 06evors

The more dust the better stopping power. Brake dust is inevitable unless your gonna mount some carbon-ceramic porsche brakes on your evo which cost probably more than the car itself.

True but Project Mu pads really cut down on it.

And as far as rotors go DBA FTW!

the4g63 · 07-19-2008, 01:41 PM

Shanks for the suggestions. Looking into it now.

I got to start it for the first time in 3 weeks yesterday! lol. Someone needs to take me for a ride in it.

Kevin · 07-19-2008, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by emd645e3

Shanks for the suggestions. Looking into it now.

I got to start it for the first time in 3 weeks yesterday! lol. Someone needs to take me for a ride in it.

I'll teach you how to drive lol

03-24-2008, 02:34 PM	#22
redline Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Member #784 iTrader: (1)	^ In essence the SE is a MR without the Badge, Bilsteins and 6 speed. I think with the 5sp tranny it is the best all around package for the EvoIX! Any new additions? __________________ 2006 Evo 9 Special Edition

07-15-2008, 11:50 PM	#28
the4g63 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Delco Member #5544 My Ride: Evo IX SE iTrader: (0)	So, I broke my ankle and the car has been sitting for 3 weeks. It will be sitting for a few more. This blows. Nothing new yet. I need brakes and a clutch. __________________ -Jack

07-16-2008, 12:29 AM	#29
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07-19-2008, 01:10 AM	#33
the4g63 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Delco Member #5544 My Ride: Evo IX SE iTrader: (0)	Can anyone recommend some decent replacement brake pads and rotors? It's about that time. __________________ -Jack

07-19-2008, 01:41 PM	#39
the4g63 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Delco Member #5544 My Ride: Evo IX SE iTrader: (0)	Shanks for the suggestions. Looking into it now. I got to start it for the first time in 3 weeks yesterday! lol. Someone needs to take me for a ride in it. __________________ -Jack

07-16-2008, 12:21 PM	#31
06evors Tri-State Addict Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Warminster, PA Member #4563 My Ride: 00 MX-5 LS iTrader: (2)	I have the s1s. You heard them they're good if you don't want attention and some more power. There are quite a few cam options for the mivec 4G now a days so get what you want to set the car up for. Ray tuned my car, haven't had any problems and for a stock turbo evo it pulls nicely. Just hoping he doen't move to NY or what ever he said.

07-19-2008, 11:25 AM	#36
06evors Tri-State Addict Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Warminster, PA Member #4563 My Ride: 00 MX-5 LS iTrader: (2)	The more dust the better stopping power. Brake dust is inevitable unless your gonna mount some carbon-ceramic porsche brakes on your evo which cost probably more than the car itself.