Building a Fiberglass Amp Rack

install time>> don’t ask! (about 2-3 days)

If I was not going to shows, I would not do this.  Its a lot of work, you have to take care of your trunk and the materials cost some money.  If I haven’t discouraged you… then read on. Read the rest of this entry »

Stillen Exhaust Install

install time>> about 1 afternoon

Preface

After the intake, the next best thing for power is the exhaust system.  I decided to change the whole exhaust system at once because I only wanted to get under the car once.  Boy am I glad I did.  Depending on the age and local of your vehicle.  This install could be very difficult.  Mine was!!! Read the rest of this entry »

Stillen Front Strut Tower Brace Install

install time>> less than 1 hour

FSB

The performance mods I plan for my max are simple with the best bang for the buck.   The front strut tower brace is not a nice to have, but a must have. Luckily, it is easy to put on and does not cost that much. Read the rest of this entry »

Stillen Camber Plates

install time>> 3-4 hours  or less when GC coil overs already  installed

Camber_Plates

The performance mods I plan for my max are simple with the best bang for the buck.  Not the least expensive but what will give me the most return.  I have decided to put forth a lot of effort into the suspension.  Read the rest of this entry »

Stillen Intake Install

install time>> less than 1 hour

The performance mods I plan for my max are simple with the best bang for the buck.  Plus since my car is old (let’s be realistic) I am not sure I am willing to put BIG MONEY into it.  That will probably change.  Anyway, getting more power is simple physics: get more air and fuel into the engine and get it out as quickly as possible.  So I started with the intake.  Stillen’s (http://www.stillen.com)  intake is not least expensive but definitely on of the best.  Here are the steps I used to install. Read the rest of this entry »