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cali yaris · 09-25-2009, 11:03 PM

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what i should get that is going to get me the most power/speed gain for my $$$

built turbo motor.

Seriously though, without some idea of budget, how can we answer the question.

*tomato* · 09-26-2009, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by thebarber

you know you can just choose to subscribe to the thread at the top of any page, under thread tools, right?

yeah, thanks. that was another way to say bump and let the OP know others are interested in his Q

Yoda · 09-26-2009, 07:47 PM

pulley and TB about 6 total whp.

brycedudley · 09-27-2009, 04:07 PM

lol no one else seemed to have a problem answering the question :-D

what are some ways to remove excess weight without taking the back seat out? i def. don't wanna do that just because i have more than one passenger alot...

and how much would the intake run me total? is it worth the money for what your going to get out of it? and is there an impact on mpg?

cali yaris · 09-27-2009, 04:20 PM

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lol no one else seemed to have a problem answering the question :-D

Hey I'm just trying to be helpful -- no need for sarcasm. If you're on a budget, just say so and suggestions will be relevant.

AFE intake is $174 shipped. I think it's worth the money, it adds a little power and sounds great. Same or better mileage, and you get a reusable, cleanable filter.

The AFE drop-in filter is about 50 bucks and opens up the airflow a little, but not as much as an intake system.

Kaotic Lazagna · 09-27-2009, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by brycedudley

lol no one else seemed to have a problem answering the question :-D

what are some ways to remove excess weight without taking the back seat out? i def. don't wanna do that just because i have more than one passenger alot...

Remove the sound system...all the wiring, the HU, and all of the speakers. For LB's, remove the rear window wiper and all of the things associated with it, wiring, motor, fluid reservoir, etc.

YotaYaris · 09-27-2009, 08:22 PM

best performance mod for your $$$ , will always be turbo as said already
if you do not have $$$, and only have $ ...... then pulleys, intake, weight loss

severous01 · 09-27-2009, 09:39 PM

NOS is always the best bang for the buck...500 hp for about a grand...but then again you gotta have the engine that can handle it.

any way, 50% for 500 bux aint bad. but it has upkeep. you gotta refill, you gotta reprogram, and you gotta run all kinds of wires and switches.

lotta ppl start with suspension. lots start with intake and exhaust. some start with weight redux or lighting or wheels/tires or whatever. lemme tell ya what, whatever you do, you better have supporting mods for whatever it is you're doin. if you're turbo'in ur car, you better have brakes, suspension, and programming, possibly forged internals.

personally, i'd start at the bottom...literally, and work up. wheels/tires, brakes, shocks/springs, exhaust, intake, then engine.

posaunemeister · 09-28-2009, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by cali yaris

The AFE drop-in filter is about 50 bucks and opens up the airflow a little, but not as much as an intake system.

Heck, I'll sell you my Bomz aluminum cold air intake with filter for $60 (shipped). Look at my classifieds. I have pics and everything. It's just as good as the AFE when you consider the value. Basically, both are long tubes with a filter on the end and a MAF adapter, except mine is $114 less AND includes shipping.

cali yaris · 09-28-2009, 03:23 AM

post 26, I think you meant "50 hp", not 500? that would be a pretty serious shot of NOS.

curik · 09-28-2009, 08:06 AM

Guys, speaking about cheap mods, what do you think of installing this DaviesCraig EWP (Electric Water Pump) kit on the yaris? This kit can handle up to a 3.0L engine and can be digitally controlled (optional, sold separately), or otherwise run with the stock thermostat. Price wise I found some on ebay around the AU$180 mark (about 150US??). There is an instruction sheet provided and it looks quite DIYable..

Some of the benefits running EWP are:
- increased fuel economy (one less sob sapping the engine power)
- more power to the wheels (they claim 10kw (~13hp) on a V8 Holden)
- desired coolant temp can be preset (with the optional digital controller)
- can be set to run even after the engine is off (on track days)

https://www.daviescraig.com.au/Image...07-12-2007.pdf

supmet · 09-28-2009, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

Remove the sound system...all the wiring, the HU, and all of the speakers.

I'm too lazy to pick up my stock head unit again and feel what it weighs, but I'm guessing with everything you're not even saving 10 lbs. If you're willing to sacrifice tunes for 1/100th of a second on the 1/4 you bought the wrong car. Get a nice system, and have a quick release for the amp and sub(the only heavy things involved in most systems).

ozmdd · 09-28-2009, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by brycedudley

lol no one else seemed to have a problem answering the question :-D

what are some ways to remove excess weight without taking the back seat out? i def. don't wanna do that just because i have more than one passenger alot...

1)Remove your spare tire and replace with fix-a-flat.
2)Swap your battery for an ultralight battery (Odyssey, Braille)
3)Change to the lightest tire/wheel combo you can find/afford (rotating mass).
4)Never fill tank more than half-way. (except on road trips)

ozmdd · 09-28-2009, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by curik

Guys, speaking about cheap mods, what do you think of installing this DaviesCraig EWP (Electric Water Pump) kit on the yaris? This kit can handle up to a 3.0L engine and can be digitally controlled (optional, sold separately), or otherwise run with the stock thermostat. Price wise I found some on ebay around the AU$180 mark (about 150US??). There is an instruction sheet provided and it looks quite DIYable..

Some of the benefits running EWP are:
- increased fuel economy (one less sob sapping the engine power)
- more power to the wheels (they claim 10kw (~13hp) on a V8 Holden)
- desired coolant temp can be preset (with the optional digital controller)
- can be set to run even after the engine is off (on track days)

https://www.daviescraig.com.au/Image...07-12-2007.pdf

This is VERY interesting to me. Tamago, got any thoughts?

ozmdd · 09-28-2009, 02:03 PM

BTW - to answer the original question, i think the 3-best performance mods, based on bang-for-buck and within the range of the average budget are: lightened/underdrive pulley, axle-back exhaust and air intake swap, in that order.

PETERPOOP · 09-28-2009, 02:13 PM

underdrive pulley/ 1zz throttle body/ NOS

Tamago · 09-28-2009, 02:13 PM

better tires, an aggressive alignment, and rear swaybar. skip the power mods, unless you're doing forced induction or nitrous, it's a waste of money /hp

ozmdd · 09-28-2009, 03:21 PM

Ooh, yes, I forgot the sway bar (rear). Such a good investment.

09-27-2009, 08:22 PM	#25
YotaYaris Drives: 09 3dr (sold), 12 SE 5spd : ) Join Date: May 2009 Location: SA TX Posts: 140	best performance mod for your $$$ , will always be turbo as said already if you do not have $$$, and only have $ ...... then pulleys, intake, weight loss __________________ Its all about the MPG's !!

09-28-2009, 03:23 AM	#28
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Yoda Drives: 2008 Black Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: FL Posts: 966	pulley and TB about 6 total whp.

09-27-2009, 04:07 PM	#22
brycedudley Drives: 07 Silver Sedan Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2	lol no one else seemed to have a problem answering the question :-D what are some ways to remove excess weight without taking the back seat out? i def. don't wanna do that just because i have more than one passenger alot... and how much would the intake run me total? is it worth the money for what your going to get out of it? and is there an impact on mpg?

09-27-2009, 09:39 PM	#26
severous01 Drives: 2008 yaris, stripped, red Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: SE Texas Posts: 977	NOS is always the best bang for the buck...500 hp for about a grand...but then again you gotta have the engine that can handle it. any way, 50% for 500 bux aint bad. but it has upkeep. you gotta refill, you gotta reprogram, and you gotta run all kinds of wires and switches. lotta ppl start with suspension. lots start with intake and exhaust. some start with weight redux or lighting or wheels/tires or whatever. lemme tell ya what, whatever you do, you better have supporting mods for whatever it is you're doin. if you're turbo'in ur car, you better have brakes, suspension, and programming, possibly forged internals. personally, i'd start at the bottom...literally, and work up. wheels/tires, brakes, shocks/springs, exhaust, intake, then engine.

09-28-2009, 08:06 AM	#29
curik Drives: 06 yaris AT Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indonesia Posts: 43	Guys, speaking about cheap mods, what do you think of installing this DaviesCraig EWP (Electric Water Pump) kit on the yaris? This kit can handle up to a 3.0L engine and can be digitally controlled (optional, sold separately), or otherwise run with the stock thermostat. Price wise I found some on ebay around the AU$180 mark (about 150US??). There is an instruction sheet provided and it looks quite DIYable.. Some of the benefits running EWP are: - increased fuel economy (one less sob sapping the engine power) - more power to the wheels (they claim 10kw (~13hp) on a V8 Holden) - desired coolant temp can be preset (with the optional digital controller) - can be set to run even after the engine is off (on track days) https://www.daviescraig.com.au/Image...07-12-2007.pdf

09-28-2009, 02:03 PM	#33
ozmdd Reluctantly Crouched... Drives: 2008 Yaris HB M/T Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 867	BTW - to answer the original question, i think the 3-best performance mods, based on bang-for-buck and within the range of the average budget are: lightened/underdrive pulley, axle-back exhaust and air intake swap, in that order.

09-28-2009, 02:13 PM	#34
PETERPOOP View User's Garage Drives: 08 white liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Oahu Posts: 3,674	underdrive pulley/ 1zz throttle body/ NOS

09-28-2009, 03:21 PM	#36
ozmdd Reluctantly Crouched... Drives: 2008 Yaris HB M/T Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 867	Ooh, yes, I forgot the sway bar (rear). Such a good investment.