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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:16 PM
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I'm doing the valve cover gaskets, cam tensioners, plugs, and oil change.
i was considering getting the Phelonic spacers for the throttlebody, anyone have them?
Also thinking of putting a meth injection kit, Anyone install one?
I like the idea of it, and it seems like a good idea. Ultimately that in conjunction with a cryO2 kit to help drop intake temps.

And finally Intercoolers, FMIC or upgraded sides?
Any input would be appriciated.
Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:54 PM
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for a meth kit talk to nothing77 he has done one

And this is my 1300th post!!!
Old Feb 9, 2009 | 03:50 PM
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I prefer side mount IC's... running AWE and ER's are good too.
Old Feb 9, 2009 | 09:47 PM
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I have a VAST progressive meth/ water kit installed, works great, keeps the intake temps at or slightly above ambient, even during a hard pull. I am stage 3 and running with stock IC's, with the meth it's all I need
Old Feb 10, 2009 | 09:29 AM
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The stock IC's are designed to operate at efficiency for 9psi boost. The stock IC's have plastic end caps crimped onto the metal tanks that are OK for 9psi but the crimps are at risk of seperating at StgIII Boost levels.

StgIII boost levels will quickly heatsoak stock IC's and worse yet cause a ~2psi pressure restriction after the Turbo's and before the Intake which increases Turbo load / increased Turbo heat / shorter Turbo lifespan. If your StageIII, you will definitely find more power with upgraded IC's and the meth will compliment the build even more.

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Old Feb 12, 2009 | 07:20 AM
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Yeah, I agree. but I am currently working on a single 40/42 s4 build. 3.0l w lots of headwork, so most of my available cash is tied up
Old Feb 12, 2009 | 12:43 PM
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If you pop a stock IC, I have a couple of spares

Please tell us your going to share more of your new build
Old Feb 12, 2009 | 06:52 PM
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I have a couple of spares as well, but thanks for the offer
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