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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 02:59 PM
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$200!....?

Just got a $200 visa card from AT&T...
what do I get...?
(2012 JCW roadster)

K&N...intake tube? not much of a choice for the money... what would you suggest?
 
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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Malcon
Just got a $200 visa card from AT&T...
what do I get...?
(2012 JCW roadster)

K&N...intake tube? not much of a choice for the money... what would you suggest?
Your only $50.00 shy of NM Alpha springs


-Steven
 
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Old Jun 26, 2012 | 05:30 PM
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What about the car do you want to change? Appearance, handling, stance? The springs are a good option, as is a rear sway bar. How do you use the car (daily driver, autocross, track days)?

After 30 seconds of thought, I would put an oil catch can on it. Maybe you will have enough left over for a cool hat, so you look good in your roadster............

Have fun,
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Old Jun 27, 2012 | 09:54 AM
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springs sound good to me.....
Mbwicz...... i dont want to change the car but improve it! haha
and all those sound good to me....
 
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Old Jun 27, 2012 | 08:59 PM
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Bigger rear swaybar... HANDS DOWN! You will barely get any noticeable power gains for that amount of money. No matter how many people say they spend in the 5000+ rpm section of the powerband, the daily driver really does not venture into this territory. The cash you spend on a thicker rear swaybar is something you will feel with every corner you take regardless of speed!
 
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Old Jun 28, 2012 | 05:50 PM
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Go with a WMW diverter valve and torque arm insert. The pair will cost you just over $100....or you can by my catless Downpipe for $200
 
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Old Jun 28, 2012 | 07:16 PM
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Start with a rear sway bar, that is the best bang for your buck.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/h-sport...-bar-19mm.html

Torque arm bushing is great too.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2012 | 04:03 AM
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Slightly off the topic, would the coupe/roadster be better suited to a 19mm bar, due to their shorter wheelbase? I don't know if the weight distribution is different or not. I had a 19mm on my MCS, and now have a hollow 25mm that I like better. I don't know if the same trends would apply for the 2 seater versions, or if they respond differently.

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Old Jun 29, 2012 | 02:18 PM
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good call. I think I'm gonna fork over some extra cash and get the springs, sway bar and torque steer...
I'd love to get the downpipe but In Cali its illegal.. maybe I can get away with a catted DP but thats for later..
Thanks!
 
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