My car feels so much better

[em1toevo]

I finally got off my butt and installed my IX dp (and the extra O2 bung capoff). All I can say is-WOW! My car sounds and feels totally different. I do believe that the Megan 03-04 dp wasn't snug enough and leaked airflow. For you subie guys, the 03-04 dp didn't clear certain areas under the car that were a little different on the 05-06 evos which I have. Also the extra O2 bung being plugged up sounds SOOOOO much better. The car just didn't seem as smooth(idling and driving) as it does now. I guess it has something to do with the car having an even exhaust airflow.

The only downside is that I had to remove one of the front tie bars because it pushed in on the new dp too much when you reinstall it. I'm just not comfortable with the pipe constantly rubbing on my new dp. I have read that companies such as cusco make a new bar that is angled like this \___/ to work with aftermarket downpipes. I hate to leave that bar off if I am planning to go on mtn runs in the spring. I did leave it off for now though.

I am planning to install my XM express this weekend if I have time.

[alg626]

u can try to use spacers or even washers so u can have enough room for your tie bar

[em1toevo]

Will that sacrifice the strength of the contact points with extra washers stacked in between the bar and the chassis? I thought about that already, but I was worried that it wouldn't be as strong as the bar being braced right up against the chassis like stock.

[alg626]

i wouldn't thinl it would make a big diifference they make spacers for this type of stuff, so it can't be that bad

[em1toevo]

It's cheaper than buying a new bar. I will try adding some spacers this weekend.

[mike.p]

yeah you deff can use washers..thats what most kits come with big washer/bushings so the front bracing clears the dp

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

I know Ed also put spacers in, I dont believe it hurt his handling, although you cant tell with his driving, lol.

[em1toevo]

^^Lmao

[alg626]

Why are u up at 3:32 Ryan got to bed

[YSLBTT]

yes i put spacers and it feels the same... i got them from dyno4mance, but im sure you can have it made in athens, all it is is a little 1" (approximately) high block with a hole in the middle for the screw... i think its made of aluminum.

ryan will be punched in the face when i see him, if anyone wants to note that.

[420]

yes i put spacers and it feels the same... i got them from dyno4mance, but im sure you can have it made in athens, all it is is a little 1" (approximately) high block with a hole in the middle for the screw... i think its made of aluminum.

ryan will be punched in the face when i see him, if anyone wants to note that.

Please provide pictures after the face punching. :D

[YSLBTT]

who will be the photographer? :D

[alg626]

i guess i can, i do plan on bringing my camera though it isn't a good camera

[em1toevo]

It's a Kodak moment, lol.

[em1toevo]

Btw, couldn't I just use 3 or 4 washers stacked up to space it out instead?

[alg626]

YEAH shouldn't be a problem

[YSLBTT]

i would use more than 3 or 4 though. mine needed more clearance than that.

[jamsky]

Anyone can help me set-up my EVO?

[alg626]

what needs to be done

[YSLBTT]

your mom...

*runs*

[alg626]

freaking Ed

man i really did LOL that time, Jerk lol

[jamsky]

LOL! Man I'm 32 years old and married with 3 kids. I'm just new to the EVO community.....:p


your mom...

*runs*

[jamsky]

A lot of things like looks and performance.......


what needs to be done

[alg626]

what model Evo is it? VIII or IX

[alg626]

FOR A VIII

3"cat-back
3" cat-delete or high flow cat
3"downpipe
O2 housing
drop-in air filter
MBC
tune
thats around 280-310whp depending on tune and dyno

Lower IC pipe
Walbro fuel pump
cams w/ head studs (need a tune after cams for sure)
that will be around 330-345whp

thats the quitest way to get power and the cheapest

intake is not needed until 400whp (also need to be tuned for an intake)
intercooler doesn't need upgraded until bigger turbo
Upper IC pipe don't really gain anything either
If you do upgrade these, you do get alittle quicker spool and will pick up some hp but you won't net alot

[em1toevo]

^Those are the performance basics. You won't need more than the mentioned bolt-ons unless you are serious about hp.

[YSLBTT]

LOL! Man I'm 32 years old and married with 3 kids. I'm just new to the EVO community.....:p

oh i would never say that to someone i dont even know...

i was reffering it to alg626...

anyway, what do you plan to do with your car? if its something we can all pitch in to help i dont think we'd mind helping

[em1toevo]

I feel young now!

I'm 29 with a 3 yr old, lol.

[YSLBTT]

im 22, with a 0 year old.

[alg626]

24 no kids, but we are practicing lol

[em1toevo]

Keep practicing, lol.

[alg626]

dang right, lol

man i love being married

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

yes i put spacers and it feels the same... i got them from dyno4mance, but im sure you can have it made in athens, all it is is a little 1" (approximately) high block with a hole in the middle for the screw... i think its made of aluminum.

ryan will be punched in the face when i see him, if anyone wants to note that.

your just jealous because your car is slow :D

[TripperFx3]

dang right, lol

man i love being married

I love not being married!:D Although I practically am... :( lol

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

same :(

[YSLBTT]

im in the same boat too.

[jamsky]

IX MR. I ordered a set of rims 18x9 and a swift SPEC-R spring online and it will be arriving next week. What do you think is the best tire will fit without rubbing at all......


what model Evo is it? VIII or IX

[jamsky]

Thanks! You think you can help me modify my EVO? I know TOPSPEED in Alpharetta but they charge so darn expensive. Do you know other place close to my area?



oh i would never say that to someone i dont even know...

i was reffering it to alg626...

anyway, what do you plan to do with your car? if its something we can all pitch in to help i dont think we'd mind helping

[alg626]

IX MR. I ordered a set of rims 18x9 and a swift SPEC-R spring online and it will be arriving next week. What do you think is the best tire will fit without rubbing at all......



well i don't know much about good tire and rim combo's, sorry

but a 3" turbo back exhaust $550.00
drop-in filter $65.00
boost controller $85.00
tune $50 for mail-in if u have the tacttrix cable
$300.00-$400.00 custom tune

good for about 320-330whp IX's make more power, but some think they were under-estimated from the factory having more like 310-315bhp since most dyno'ed at 240-260whp stock

[YSLBTT]

alan he wants to go for show, not go.

i dont know any shops in alpharetta sorry man

[alg626]

its always about the go, lol

[jamsky]

Thanks! Btw, who is Alan?


alan he wants to go for show, not go.

i dont know any shops in alpharetta sorry man

[alg626]

Thanks! Btw, who is Alan?


thats me Alan G. screen name alg626

[YSLBTT]

"alan gay, i used to drive a mazda 626." thats how his screen name came about.

[alg626]

no its Alan Green and the numbers are my birth month and date, YSLBTT came from Ed likes to smell peoples butts

You Smell Like Butt Is = YSBLTT































butt smeller

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

I dont recommend Topspeed, but they may be the closest shop to you. I know me and Ed go to a shop up in Calhoun, but thats quite a drive. You can also try Forged, which is off of hwy 41 in marietta. As for the tires, for that size rim go with a 255/35/18. You should have no rubbing issues.

[em1toevo]

I agree with Ryan(BlewByYouEvoVIII) about the tire size. You may want to think about what kind of performance and durability you are looking for. If you only care about "show" then I would just get a cheaper tire in that size.

[YSLBTT]

evo's are beautiful cars, but i dont think that they can quite pass as a show car... thats just me though, what do you guys think?

[alg626]

i like go more, yeah there not the greatest looking ever, but it would real hard for me to give it up

[YSLBTT]

eh... i'd never give up my car, but im all go... i wouldnt mind making a few dress up mods on my car though, but after it was all done as far as go goes...

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

I dont believe the Evo designers meant for it to be a show car, although you can do a few things to make it look much more agresssive. I think thats about all you can do. Its not exactly a beautiful car, but it does look mean :)

[YSLBTT]

I dont believe the Evo designers meant for it to be a show car, although you can do a few things to make it look much more agresssive. I think thats about all you can do. Its not exactly a beautiful car, but it does look mean :)


i had typed that before but i decided to go with my previous post instead... i agree with you completely...

evo + agressive stance = sex...

www.speedelement.com that red evo on the slideshow makes me cum... just looking at it. lol

[YSLBTT]

http://a103.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/118/l_6de46292233cad8011d7c9908b694426.jpg

http://a781.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/39/l_260fe5e6c95a64c1d5f4a0ca61cae79c.jpg

http://a700.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/85/l_5c83452790f9e06580b063cbe46865eb.jpg

^^ complete total sex.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Nice, I dont prefer the giant wing, but besides that its pretty sexi!

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Oh, I dont know if you guys noticed the intake throught the headlight, look closely ^

[jamsky]

So you're it for the show Alan?



thats me Alan G. screen name alg626

[jamsky]

Thanks! But I'm just wondering why you dont recommend Top speed? Have you been in that shop before? I ordered a swift sport spring SPEC-R online and waiting for it, the guy told me it will drop my EVO 1&1/2 inch in front and 1 inch rear. So do you think that size of tire you recommend will not rub on my fenders if I put in an 18x9 rims?



I dont recommend Topspeed, but they may be the closest shop to you. I know me and Ed go to a shop up in Calhoun, but thats quite a drive. You can also try Forged, which is off of hwy 41 in marietta. As for the tires, for that size rim go with a 255/35/18. You should have no rubbing issues.

[em1toevo]

Ryan tells me that my car doesn't sound like a fart can civic anymore, lol.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Thanks! But I'm just wondering why you dont recommend Top speed? Have you been in that shop before? I ordered a swift sport spring SPEC-R online and waiting for it, the guy told me it will drop my EVO 1&1/2 inch in front and 1 inch rear. So do you think that size of tire you recommend will not rub on my fenders if I put in an 18x9 rims?

I have been to TopSpeed a couple of times and had bad experiences both times. They also have a semi lengthy record of blowing up Evos on their dyno. They also treated me very poorly when I talked with them. They just assume you know nothing about your car and they make a point of showing that to you. If that doesnt bother you then be my guest ;) Im not trying to just bash TopSpeed, I just know of at least 2 shops that will take care of you much better then they will.

That drop should be fine, you shouldnt have any rubbing issues, although it may be close. You shouldnt have any rubbing issues unless you go with a 265 width. I know a bunch of guys running Swift springs, which I believe are 1.4 or 1.5 drop in the front and .8 in the rear. They are also running 18s. If you rub dont get mad at me! Good luck with that!

[jamsky]

Thanks for the advice dude! Well maybe I can come and visit you in Kenessaw to see you and your nice Evo. Dont worry I will not blame you if it does rub, LOL!:D Seriously, can I put 245/40/18 without any rubbing issues?




I have been to TopSpeed a couple of times and had bad experiences both times. They also have a semi lengthy record of blowing up Evos on their dyno. They also treated me very poorly when I talked with them. They just assume you know nothing about your car and they make a point of showing that to you. If that doesnt bother you then be my guest ;) Im not trying to just bash TopSpeed, I just know of at least 2 shops that will take care of you much better then they will.

That drop should be fine, you shouldnt have any rubbing issues, although it may be close. You shouldnt have any rubbing issues unless you go with a 265 width. I know a bunch of guys running Swift springs, which I believe are 1.4 or 1.5 drop in the front and .8 in the rear. They are also running 18s. If you rub dont get mad at me! Good luck with that!

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Easily, When I put rims and lower my car I will be running 255/35/18s, but you can do whichever setup you want ;) 255s put more rubber down, which I need.

[jamsky]

Thanks again. My odyssey lightweight battery is running dead, do you know where can I get those kind of battery somewhere in Atlanta? Or around my place?



Easily, When I put rims and lower my car I will be running 255/35/18s, but you can do whichever setup you want ;) 255s put more rubber down, which I need.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

I believe those batteries are usually special order only, not many places stock them. However, Forged performance off of 41 has Braile batteries, which are the same thing. I dont know if they stock them or not, but if they dont they can get them very quickly. Give them a call.

770-424-3506
Tell them I referred you ;)

[alg626]

So you're it for the show Alan?


No, for the go, just a little show like UK badging and all Carbon Fiber spoiler(just a VIII wing with the paint stripped off)

[jamsky]

Do they have an IX UK badging?



No, for the go, just a little show like UK badging and all Carbon Fiber spoiler(just a VIII wing with the paint stripped off)

[jamsky]

So what is your name sir? So I can tell it to them. Thanks!


I believe those batteries are usually special order only, not many places stock them. However, Forged performance off of 41 has Braile batteries, which are the same thing. I dont know if they stock them or not, but if they dont they can get them very quickly. Give them a call.

770-424-3506
Tell them I referred you ;)

[alg626]

Do they have an IX UK badging?

yeah, i'm pretty sure lancershop.com and u can try these guys http://www.freestylemotorsports.com/index.php?cPath=111_160

[alg626]

Ryan's a baller, He's like just tell them i referred you, lol

[em1toevo]

What do you think about those black tails in that link? It says they are made by Depo. That really is a good price.

[alg626]

Yeah i heard good things about them on Evom.net, and i love those alot better then the stock 8 tails

[em1toevo]

So true. I just wondered how good they would be since they were a knock off brand. Is the fitment like stock?

[alg626]

yeah everything that was said over on Evom was good, fitment, quality, the seals were good and everything

[em1toevo]

I saved the link for future reference. I don't care if they are jdm or not.

[TripperFx3]

I saved the link for future reference. I don't care if they are jdm or not.

I actually remember reading that some have gotten water into them. I believe that it was in more humid climates though (Florida i think). GA can get pretty bad in the summer, so im not sure if they'll hold through the summer. Theres no reason you can't bake them and re-seal them though. You'll still come out 280 bucks cheaper lol.

[YSLBTT]

i am sure alex does it too...

one of my future mods is to let him open my headlights and paint it... hopefully soon when i get some money.

[alg626]

yeah u broke brazlian, jk lol



i'm broke to:(

[em1toevo]

If Alex can do it-I'd rather go that route. I want to get my headlights done too.

[TripperFx3]

If Alex can do it-I'd rather go that route. I want to get my headlights done too.

Wow! So Alex can paint the headlights/taillights to match the JDM ones? If so i want to get mine done :D. Atlanta has its own Evo Dave...Err... Alex lol.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

So what is your name sir? So I can tell it to them. Thanks!

Sorry I didnt see this earlier, Im Ryan, Ive thrown alot of business their way so they usually take care of anyone I send their way. Their labor hours are a bit steep though.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

i am sure alex does it too...

one of my future mods is to let him open my headlights and paint it... hopefully soon when i get some money.

Why not just buy the JDM ones? -_-

[YSLBTT]

lets see... jdm ones are what 500-700 bucks? alex can make it look just as nice for 150-200...

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

why be mexi when you can be brazilian -.-

[em1toevo]

Well I noticed today that my damn calipers are peeling:mad:. I can't for the freaking life of me figure out why Brembo put such a crappy clearcoat on there. I will probably have them repainted later on. But first, I am going to try to get them warrantied. Always something...:rolleyes:

[mike.p]

i have a trick......lightly sand them or get the rough edge from around were its peeling....then go get some dupont truck/suv clearcoat or one with a rattle ball in it at a local advance auto and re-spray them with clear..very simple to do...i had to do mine and they look brand new!!!!

[em1toevo]

Hmmm. That sounds almost too easy! I just might try that if I can't get them warrantied. Thanks for the tip Mike.

[em1toevo]

I just installed my Nokya 2500k yellow foglights tonight. They make the car look so mean I couldn't get a decent pic tonight. I am adding a pic of another tb with the yellow fogs to give y'all an idea of what they look like.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r320/Mitchubishi/IMG_0036.jpg
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r320/Mitchubishi/IMG_0035.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t105/em1toevo/IMG_0049.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t105/em1toevo/IMG_0036.jpg

[TripperFx3]

I just installed my Nokya 2500k yellow foglights tonight. They make the car look so mean I couldn't get a decent pic tonight. I am adding a pic of another tb with the yellow fogs to give y'all an idea of what they look like.
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r320/Mitchubishi/IMG_0036.jpg
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r320/Mitchubishi/IMG_0035.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t105/em1toevo/IMG_0049.jpg
http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t105/em1toevo/IMG_0036.jpg
Sweet! Did you actually do a HID conversion or just bulbs? Either one where did you get it and how much? Ive been wanting to do it since I 1st got the Evo.

[jamsky]

Hey eh1toevo, nice looking TB evo. How much did you pay for your foglamp and where did you got it if you don't mind me askin......

[jamsky]

Hey tripperfx3! I read your post in the other site and you said Evo X is growing on you. So are you goin to trade your current Evo to Evo X soon?

[em1toevo]

This is exactly who I bought mine from on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JDM-H11-NOKYA-2500K-Hyper-Yellow-Head-Light-Bulbs_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33710QQihZ017QQit emZ270202345790QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

The bulbs are so easy to change out too. All you have to do is unplug the harness to the bulb and twist the back of the bulb a 1/4 turn and pull out. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULBS THOUGH!!!! They will pop when you turn them on. Also, try not to scratch the bulb surface against anything when putting them back in. Quite simple really. I did mine in 2 minutes in the dark with a flash light.

[em1toevo]

Also, I got my new warrantied wing put on today. No more faded and cracked clearcoat!! I will post some pics when I wash her.

[drtyIX]

lancershop.com i've seen them on there

[TripperFx3]

Hey tripperfx3! I read your post in the other site and you said Evo X is growing on you. So are you goin to trade your current Evo to Evo X soon?

Its really gonna come down to the test drive. Right now i dont have the money for it, but if the test drive impress me maybe once I get my inheritance. Id have to get the MR with the SST though :D.

[TripperFx3]

Also, I got my new warrantied wing put on today. No more faded and cracked clearcoat!! I will post some pics when I wash her.
Did they actually give you the full CF wing or a IX wing?

[em1toevo]

It is a full cf wing(from what I can tell). They told me that it would be the exact wing that came on the car. It has the cf inner side pieces with the outter part painted black and of course the center is all cf.

[TripperFx3]

It is a full cf wing(from what I can tell). They told me that it would be the exact wing that came on the car. It has the cf inner side pieces with the outter part painted black and of course the center is all cf.

Thats the full CF wing than! Badass!

[em1toevo]

That's what I'm sayin! I am sooooo happy to have that eyesore fixed. Now if only all the dents were taken care of...

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Nice, glad to hear you got the new wing put on :)

[em1toevo]

I haven't had time to get what I wanted done, but I did take some time friday evening to change my pads out since the rears were about to eat into the rotors. I have to say it stops much better with the Hawk HPS pads. Can't wait to get the stainless steel lines and motul fluid done.

[em1toevo]

I figured I'd give this thread a little update. I picked up a metal Evo IX bov to hold boost better. I will be getting a manual boost controller soon.

[TripperFx3]

I figured I'd give this thread a little update. I picked up a metal Evo IX bov to hold boost better. I will be getting a manual boost controller soon.

Bout time! lol

[Burklow]

My Megan DP was one of my favourite power mods. Instantly felt and heard the difference. Boost spiked an extra PSI or so.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Brett, did you ever get those brakes installed?

[em1toevo]

I put the pads on myself, but I still haven't installed the s.s. lines or the motul fluid. Even the pads alone, made a big difference. I can't imagine how they compare to your pads.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

Im about to get rid of mine if you want a set of forodos! lol, bbk on the way next week ;)

[TripperFx3]

Im about to get rid of mine if you want a set of forodos! lol, bbk on the way next week ;)

You suck...

[em1toevo]

How much are you asking for them?

[robb86]

I loved the Ferodo's, SS lines, Motul fluid & slotted stoptech rotors on my IX.
I just hated all the break dust - hahaha.

[BlewByYouEvoVIII]

make me a reasonable offer and theyre yours! Im in the middle of debating on which bbk to go with.

[em1toevo]

I will take a look at my finances. We are planning on going on vacation in 2 weeks. Have to plan ahead. Btw, what kind of condition are they in now? I'm sure they still have plenty of life.

[em1toevo]

I figured I'd update this thread. I just broke down and ordered a Hallman ES MBC. I have been putting that off way too long! Time for some consistent boost:D

[ryanowarrior]

damn i have a perrin MBC i'd sold ya lol...but ima sure you wanted that one lil more :

[bomjoon]

bring it to install day if we can hold one... lol

[em1toevo]

I will be sure to do just that!

[bomjoon]

doesnt mean it will get installed lol

but bring it.

it dont take long to do...

[Chemwarrior]

I just bought me a Forge UNOS mbc to replace my Buschur Racing one.

[em1toevo]

What wrong with your Buschur one, Dan?

[blkonblk2red]

man i had a hallman rx in cockpit controller for sale :-P cheap :-P didn't know anyone here was looking well i still have it encase anyone else wants it :)

[Evolvedgti]

I just bought me a Forge UNOS mbc to replace my Buschur Racing one.

I have had the Forge unoes since one month after getting my car(november 2005), and now that my car is alot o buschur, I STILL have the Unos. If you get the sticking ball problem(look up on evom), use some red bearing grease. I lubed mine up once in the beginning of 06, and have'nt had that problem since!

[Chemwarrior]

What wrong with your Buschur one, Dan?

There's not anything wrong with it. It just doesn't fit the motif I'm going for in my engine bay. :D I only have one more item to receive before I am done with it; the Carbign Craft cam gear cover. I'm looking forward to some warmer weather so I can wash it and take plenty of pictures.

[Chemwarrior]

I have had the Forge unoes since one month after getting my car(november 2005), and now that my car is alot o buschur, I STILL have the Unos. If you get the sticking ball problem(look up on evom), use some red bearing grease. I lubed mine up once in the beginning of 06, and have'nt had that problem since!

It came with a second spring. Which one did you use?

[Evolvedgti]

It came with a second spring. Which one did you use?

If memory serves me correct, which it normaly does not. i am on the stiff spring. I tried the lighter one and it would not boost past 16-18 psi.

[em1toevo]

^I think most Evo owners use the stiff spring.

[TripperFx3]

If your doing anything over 19psi then the stiff spring is needed. Even before the Green I put the stiff spring in and was running 22 psi with barely a twist of the knob.

[Chemwarrior]

I installed the mbc and I can tell the soft spring is in there because it won't go over 17psi. I'm going to put the other spring in and see what that does.

[Chemwarrior]

Well I must not have turned the soft spring enough because I put the stiffer spring in and it wouldn't go below 25 psi. I put the soft spring back in and turned it enough to reach my desired psi.

[em1toevo]

Do you mess with your boost level much? I plan on setting the Hallman and leaving it there.

[Chemwarrior]

No, I do the same thing.

[TripperFx3]

I have to fool with mine a good bit, but we have extreme temp changes from morning to afternoon to night.

[Chemwarrior]

I have noticed the peak boost will change with vast temperature changes.

[em1toevo]

I think there is nothing you can do about the cold air spiking the boost a few psi.

[Evolvedgti]

I think there is nothing you can do about the cold air spiking the boost a few psi.

I agree, with a mbc it it set to spring tension not psi per say. more dense air equals more psi. I would assume that a EBC would hold the same psi no matter the weather due to being electronically controled. I have never had an EBC so I am just guessing.

[em1toevo]

^ That sounds right to me.

[TripperFx3]

I had a profec B Spec II on my SR20 and it never faltered summer to winter. The only reason I had the B Spec II was because I didn't have a boost gauge in my 240, so the unit was my controller and gauge. If you don't want to spend the money on the Spec II then you can get the Type S which operates the same, but has no digital read out and I think is about 100-150 cheaper.