Let's Play A Game: What mods are in that engine bay!? *Pics*

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-13-2008 08:12 PM

So I posted pics of my exterior and loved the ideas and opinions, of course I bought a car that really has some mystery mods. The guy told me.... that the guy that traded it in had upgraded turbo, intercooler, SSQ, meth etc. Anyways thought I would snap some pics and see if anyone can even tell me if there is anything that looks unusual, different or just plain stock. All I can tell just from looking is the test pipe is different, would like to know the brand of intercooler, is there different injectors or are those stock? Is the turbo really upgraded? I dont really care if he lied about a couple things because I love the car, got a good deal and it runs great. As usual I take feedback well so let me know whats going on here and I will add to the list of changes to make. Have fun and let me know what Ive got in there! Oh and sorry about the quality its from the iphone:

Injector Area

Meth Pic 1

Meth Pic 2

Turbo Pic 1

Turbo Pic 2

Turbo Pic 3

Intercooler Pic 1

Intercooler Pic 2 Down Shot

Intake Area

**Molotov** · 10-13-2008 08:19 PM

ugh looks like theres way too much shit in your engine bay?

i'm kinda drunk. and those pictures aren't really clear...

BEER

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-13-2008 08:21 PM

HAHA I am addicted to Sam Adams Oktoberfest! There is wiring out there because of the stupid headlights that are getting pulled soon. The stock plugs are there plus the HID wiring.

**KraftwerkB6** · 10-13-2008 08:26 PM

Green top injectors, Yes thats meth, Turbo is lookin like gt28 maybe 25??, ATP looking exhaust manifold, Test pipe for sure looks an exhaust gas temp in the line too, EvoMS intercooler, and air intake shit is just what that is for the turbo and stuff. Need to find the larger hose lines that go from the meth pump and or tank to where they go to the engine. Maybe one spray in the throttle body area or in the intercooler lines or fog's the intercooler as well.

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-13-2008 08:29 PM

Ya the meth is not hooked up yet, have located the lines dont remember where its tapped into right now but waiting to hook it up until I learn more about it. Gauges I have are egt, boost and air/fuel (ditching soon for oil press).

It will be interesting to learn what it has and what its capable of because I am scared to push it without proper tuning software or someone to help me with what its got.

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 07:25 AM

Bumping this one, interested to see feedback on that turbo and the injectors

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 07:28 AM

Injectors are Greentop 440's, EVOMS intake and FMIC, ATP Mani, appears to be a GTRS, Ecode TP, Neuspeed TIP

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 07:30 AM

and take it to a REVO dealer (most likely what it has for the setup), they should be able to check with their dealer SPP if it indeed has REVO software and verify what settings it is on.

If it has a wideband, dont take it out. EGT is rather worthless over a wideband, replace it with oil pressure if you need to remove one.

**mdzaudi** · 10-14-2008 07:42 AM

I noticed the old "duct tape mod" in the first picture. I like!

**7speed** · 10-14-2008 07:43 AM

well for what you paid, you actually got a very good deal.

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 07:44 AM

Well I was going to replace the stupid Autometer AF gauge since thats worthless as well.... can I leave the sensor in the downpipe and just replace the EGT gauge with a wideband? Then I can replace the AF gauge with oil pressure.

I am looking into that turbo kit now, its running about 20 pounds of boost at full throttle is that a little bit less than it can handle? Guess I need to start looking into this more since it actually has a good kit.

Oh and whats the neuspeed tip you speak of?

Since in your in FL also do you have any recommendations to take the car?

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 07:44 AM

Good I like to hear that, seriously the dealership only new that he had upgraded some things I mean 9500 out the door and I got some decent parts it seems.

**Molotov** · 10-14-2008 07:48 AM

neuspeed tip is in your last picture with the intake area. It has the MAF connected to it, and if you had to install it yourself you'd probably have 20 scars on your hands

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 07:52 AM

Originally Posted by ILikeBigBrakes

Well I was going to replace the stupid Autometer AF gauge since thats worthless as well.... can I leave the sensor in the downpipe and just replace the EGT gauge with a wideband? Then I can replace the AF gauge with oil pressure.

I am looking into that turbo kit now, its running about 20 pounds of boost at full throttle is that a little bit less than it can handle? Guess I need to start looking into this more since it actually has a good kit.

Oh and whats the neuspeed tip you speak of?

Since in your in FL also do you have any recommendations to take the car?

O shit, didnt even realize you were in FL, and yes, bring the car to me (my shop)

Are you going to be at Fixxfest on Saturday? If so I would be glad to look at your car and verify the hardware and adjust the REVO settings if need be

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 07:53 AM

Well I guess I will now haha, do you have a group cruising that I could meet up with?

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 08:00 AM

Originally Posted by ILikeBigBrakes

Well I guess I will now haha, do you have a group cruising that I could meet up with?

PM Bwoy1981, he lives up there by you and knows whats going on for a cruise I'm sure! I live about 5 minutes from where the show is and we are a sponsor as well, Ill be there all day. You know my car so just look for it when you get there. Ill PM you my cell # as well. See you Saturday!

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 08:05 AM

Will do! Look foward to meeting you, should I also look into getting a hotel like some others for the after parties hah.

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 08:08 AM

Originally Posted by ILikeBigBrakes

Will do! Look foward to meeting you, should I also look into getting a hotel like some others for the after parties hah.

Ive never seen too much excessive drinking or partying for this meet, I personally wouldnt worry about it

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 09:28 AM

Maaaan now im worried because I need like an ESP button, and a couple other touch ups on the car. Its probably going to look the worst out of all haha.

**B6Lovin** · 10-14-2008 01:12 PM

^trust me man, my car looks like a piece at the moment.. lots of "touching up" to be done and no time to do it.

looks like you got a good deal on the car though, and a solid setup.

shawn - did you get my last PM? just let me know what's going on with that weekend and we can figure something out.

**passatkid** · 10-14-2008 01:16 PM

Did you buy from a dealer, there is no Cat Converter, did the dealer let you know this, I would go after them for a cat.

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 01:29 PM

^ What do you mean? I bought the car used and knew there was no cat, it has a test pipe on it. Plus its Florida there are no emmisions

B6lovin - I hear ya its whatever I mean it doesnt look terrible just not to my standards yet haha. But it sounds like fun and I will learn alot more about the car from A4ringed.

**dchan189** · 10-14-2008 01:44 PM

Originally Posted by Molotov

ugh looks like theres way too much shit in your engine bay?

i'm kinda drunk. and those pictures aren't really clear...

BEER

hahhah i lol'd

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 01:47 PM

Haha I liked that too I was drinking a beer when he posted so it made it even funnier

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 01:57 PM

Originally Posted by B6Lovin

shawn - did you get my last PM? just let me know what's going on with that weekend and we can figure something out.

Ill let you know more details about the trip when I have them!

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 02:03 PM

I cant wait, though Ill be missing my College Football, I guess this will be worth it.

**A4ringedONE8T** · 10-14-2008 02:05 PM

Originally Posted by ILikeBigBrakes

I cant wait, though Ill be missing my College Football, I guess this will be worth it.

Cars > Sports

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-14-2008 02:10 PM

In the end you are absolutely right!

**1BadA4** · 10-30-2008 10:13 AM

the turbo is a 28, haha thats my old car :)

**Maverick** · 10-30-2008 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by A4ringedONE8T

bring the car to me (my shop)

A

lol, I was wondering when you would say that or I will say that for you

**ILikeBigBrakes** · 10-30-2008 10:28 AM

no way! I am so glad I found the previous owner sending pm over now!

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