Guest don78 Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 Hey all. I have a 96 NA A/T. Just got her back on the road after 3 1/2 years. Had to dump a lot of money into the car to get it back in shape. She's running well now. I have about $1000 dollars US left to spend. The car has no internal upgrades, only external (body kit, etc). Using that budget, what upgrades would you guys suggest? Even if it is just a bunch of minor things to improve performance even slightly. My goal is not to make the car some sort of monster, just want to upgrade her a little right now. So, the more things I can do the better. Thanks in advance. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco79 Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 A spec list of what you have would help mate or is everything completely stock? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 Before doing any 'modifications' i'd make sure the car is in good working order. Engine oil and filter Air Filter Spark plugs Plug leads Distributor cap Rotor arm Oxygen sensors Brakes What brakes are fitted? If you have the smaller brakes (2pot/1pot) you could upgrade to the larger brakes (4pot/2pot) Brake caliper refurbish Brake pads Brake discs Braided stainless steel brake lines Good quality brake fluid Brake master cylinder stopper Handling Check condition of all suspension components Full geometry check Good quality tyres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abtin90 Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 As already mentioned a current spec list of the car will help in determining what would be suitable upgrades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Paine Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 Before doing any 'modifications' i'd make sure the car is in good working order. Engine oil and filter Air Filter Spark plugs Plug leads Distributor cap Rotor arm Oxygen sensors Brakes What brakes are fitted? If you have the smaller brakes (2pot/1pot) you could upgrade to the larger brakes (4pot/2pot) Brake caliper refurbish Brake pads Brake discs Braided stainless steel brake lines Good quality brake fluid Brake master cylinder stopper Handling Check condition of all suspension components Full geometry check Good quality tyres That will be the grand then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest don78 Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Sorry I haven't been able to answer. I'm a beer salesman and its a big American holiday this weekend (Memorial Day). So, there's been lots of drinking going on lol. Yes, the car is completely stock. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest don78 Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Nic, ALL of that is being done as we speak. Every single thing on your list as a matter of fact. All the way down to the new tires. So, now that you know that's taken care of, what's your suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Nic, ALL of that is being done as we speak. Every single thing on your list as a matter of fact. All the way down to the new tires. So, now that you know that's taken care of, what's your suggestions? Facelift headlights, rear lights, indicators/sidelights and clear side markers. S2000 aerial conversion. Exhaust, tubular manifold, decat. Front and rear braces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest don78 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 Nic, Thanks for the advice man. Will look into the exhaust and decat. for sure. The aeriel conversion seems like a nice little addition as well. What about upgrading the computer chip and intake? Or would you do that other stuff first? I don't pretend to be a car guru or I wouldn't be asking, obviously. Just want to get an idea of what to do and in what order from people that have gone thru this before. Thanks again for your input. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 The stock intake is the best option, with an upgraded panel filter in the air box. When you say "computer chip" I guess you mean ecu? IMO not much point on an NA, the gains wouldn't be worth the cost in my eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest don78 Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 Yes, I meant ecu. Ok thanks. Good to know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wez Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 IMHO the best mods for an NA would be to make it handle and stop better, performance wise the costs just dont deliver worth while gains, in fact I noticed improved low down torque when I switched back to the stock exhaust from a Blitz Nur Spec that was already fitted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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