New to the community! Just picked up an sw20 from jdmsource! What are the Best mods?

[Graham_A_M]

Hey guys, I've always wanted a 2nd gen MR2, today I just got one from jdmsource! It's a '93 turbo w/manual, just ultra clean! And mint

The cars bone stock ATM, so what mods are recommended that offer the best bang for buck?
I'd post pics but don't know how to upload them to PB from my iPhone, I'll do so later from my computer, I'm stoked! :D

[dj_rice]

CT20B vs CT26

[SScott]

There's a photobucketb app for the iPhone

[Redlyne_mr2]

Crazy man.. congrats. post pics of the car and engine if you're able to and well steer you in the right direction.

[Cooked Rice]

Fire extinguisher. :rofl:

[mr2mike]

www.mr2controls.com
Check out Power Primer area, for the basics.
I think that's the site, reply if it doesn't work.

[Tik-Tok]

I'm starting from the bottom up myself. I only have a intake and boost controller up top (that came with the car), but I'm rebuilding my transmission over the winter, with a LSD, good clutch, upgraded axles, and brakes so I won't have to worry about anything down there no matter what power levels I go to.

Power primer is a great start. Join MR2OC as well, a lot of knowledge on there.

[962 kid]

Most important things in MR2 ownership? A set of fender covers to make sure you don't scratch up your paint, and a foot stool to make leaning down into the engine bay easier.

[Redlyne_mr2]

Originally posted by 962 kid
Most important things in MR2 ownership? A set of fender covers to make sure you don't scratch up your paint, and a foot stool to make leaning down into the engine bay easier.
Or a recycling box

[AutodreamMarvin]

What happened to the Probe?

I suggest these mods:
-Vibrating seat
-Multi-colored headlight inside the glovebox
-Multiple batman switches on the dashboard
-Blue sharpie headlights
-FULL home theatre sound system

*composed by Oliver with love.

[stevo 27]

sweet man is it in the garage?

il have to take a 2min walk and check it out

lucky for you i still have a plethura off 3s parts

[Idiot Stick]

A boost controller and gauge is the best first mod IMO.

However, do NOT play with the boost while using the stock gauge. BAD BAD BAD.

[Tik-Tok]

Originally posted by Idiot Stick
A boost controller and gauge is the best first mod IMO.

However, do NOT play with the boost while using the stock gauge. BAD BAD BAD.

:dunno: The worst you'll do is hit the fuel cut... which will scare the shit out of you, but that what it's there for, to protect the engine.

This is the one I'd like to purchase next though, it's both a digital controller and gauge

http://www.koracing.net/productimages/aem_tru_boost.jpg

[Graham_A_M]

Originally posted by AutodreamMarvin
What happened to the Probe?

I suggest these mods:
-Vibrating seat
-Multi-colored headlight inside the glovebox
-Multiple batman switches on the dashboard
-Blue sharpie headlights
-FULL home theatre sound system

*composed by Oliver with love.

Wow you have a great memory! Very impressed.
That car died a miserable death shortly after the last time I saw you. The tranny blew on it, so I sold it for parts for $200.
I've had a LOT of cars since then.

Right after it was an '84 S10 with 800k kms on it LOL
Then this
http://forums.beyond.ca/st/116815/2nd-gen-mx6-gallery-/
^Actually 4 of those over a 7 year period

Then a black '90 Trans am GTA that my bro didn't want.

Then this.
http://forums.beyond.ca/st/215509/04-bmw-z4-3-0i-smg-maldives-blue/

And a few other cars in there not worth mentioning.

[Idiot Stick]

Originally posted by Tik-Tok
[B]

:dunno: The worst you'll do is hit the fuel cut... which will scare the shit out of you, but that what it's there for, to protect the engine.

This is the one I'd like to purchase next though, it's both a digital controller and gauge


Sorry - I always forget about the fuel cut. I installed an EMSpowered gauge and it removed the fuel cut, so I never really had an issue with it.

[texasnick]

Just make sure there isn't an FCD or aftermarket ECU before you mess with the boost if you're not getting a gauge. You never know when you buy a used car.

I would go in this order...

Gauge
Boost Controller
Exhaust
DP
ct20b