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      10-01-2014, 09:52 PM   #43
Calichase
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Drives: '07 s/c'd Z4MC '08 e82 '02 m3
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Orlando, FL

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So just to throw down some ideas in writing, if I went with the ess vt2-525, I would consider
-9psi pulleys
-aeromotive stealth fuel pump(center inlet) and kit with new regulator
-upgraded zionville radiator
-colder plugs
-larger injectors
-meth, have spray only after 4.5k rpm
-larger, upgraded intercooler and custom upgraded dual oil cooler
-upgraded clutch(lwfw?) and rear end, 3.91 lsd, dss axles
-oil catch can
-a pillar gauge mount
-ebay t-bolt clamps
-have multiple maps(e85,93,93+meth,110)
but before-
insect rod bearings-possibly upgrade
dr.vanos inspection

Now there is also the option of going custom and trying to modify a 550 or 575 version for our cars.
I want to stay under 10 psi and keep engine internals stock
otherwise I would build the mythical vt3 with a built block and run e85, which is far more then I would ever need. I think anything over 500rwhp in these cars would be pointless. I want to USE the car, not just show it off, and that much power without the rubber or weight to support it will not be useable, and cause damage to the drivetrain. I want to have a car that isn't always broken, needing parts constantly. I would love a reliable kit that makes great power and is 100% functional. Now granted, most of the upgrades listed will get me more power then I need, but they improve areas of weakness in the process, potentially allowing to run less boost, at the downside of high cost for everything. I don't know, just laying out thoughts

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