Originally Posted by
SteveGrizzle
Hey guys, I am going to be purchasing an LS-1 powered f-body with low milage and a few boltons (slp long tube header and cutout), and I am realvely good cars mechanically speaking (also own a dsm) and my questions are:
1.) how much can I expect to improve by using the hypertech computer programmer?
2.) what are some other relatively cheaps mods to do for good mid range gains?
3.) what kind of times can i expect to run?
4.) what are good inexpensive ways ot improve the overall handling of the car?
5.) what size and kind of n2o setup can i run safely?
1. Nothing. It will cause detionation problems. They are only good for gear changes/ speedo calibrations and fan settings. Thats all. Get a true dyno tune.
2. All the free mods are good. Also, a t-stat (but you need programming to make the fans turn on earlier). Lid, catback/ cutout, and tuning.
3. Someone already said it.
4. boxed or tubular lower control arms, different panhard rod, urithane busings and end links and better tires. The stock tires suck ass.
5. Playing with N2O on a stock motor is a ticking timebomb. I, personally, like a wet setup. It hits hard. Ive sprayed up to a 200 shot on a stock motor. Its all in how its setup and tuned. If you want to spray, all I can tell you is read A LOT and learn, learn, and learn!