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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 02:49 PM
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New owner, couple of questions!

Hi everyone!
I've been a lurker for quite some time ever since I bought my 2002 MCS with 42k miles (one owner!) a couple of months ago. Awesome forum, and thanks to everyone for the excellent resources. I could barely wait to upgrade it, though WOW what a fun car even stock!
I have already installed a DDMWorks intake which I'm very, very pleased with. Not noticeable until you get on it and really lets the supercharger sing when you do get on it.
Anyways, I have a few questions that I wasn't able to address by mere searching alone.

I'm installing an Alta 15% pulley on Thursday and am wondering of the NGK BKR6EIX plugs will suffice or if I should buy the 7s. I already have the 6s. Also, is the 060539 belt going to suffice? I've seen threads asking this but nobody directly answering it.

Cheers and thanks!
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 03:26 PM
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Welcome to the fun. IMO get the NGK 4285 as the are one step colder and the same ones used in the JCW. The 539 belt after it stretches will slip and/or squeal causing you issues. A lot of Miniacs run the 537 or 535 with zero issues.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Braminator
Welcome to the fun. IMO get the NGK 4285 as the are one step colder and the same ones used in the JCW. The 539 belt after it stretches will slip and/or squeal causing you issues. A lot of Miniacs run the 537 or 535 with zero issues.
Thanks a ton for the response.
Would a particular auto parts store carry these items so I can get them before thurs? (I live just north of DC at the moment)
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 04:42 PM
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Yes I believe you should be able to get them at any auto parts store in the same day if not next day as most can get them from a warehouse.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 04:46 PM
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Many thanks man, really appreciate it. Can't wait to see what this tune does.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 04:58 PM
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It will be night and day. Good luck keep your foot out of it.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 05:27 PM
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As if my fiancee needs another reason to mash the passenger-side brake!
 
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