Got the IX baby... couple ?'s about TBE
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Got the IX baby... couple ?'s about TBE
I got a IX... black, wheels paint matched to the car, ssl package. Im at about 450 miles on it right now and have been taking it easy, keeping it under 4K but usually under 3K. I was thinking about what i wanted to do and I think that im going for the Buschur TBE and then getting flashed, maybe a boost guage and keeping it at that... for now lol. My concern was with the cat or test pipe. Can you smell it when a car is running a test pipe, and what are the negatives to running a test pipe compared to losing a few hp and getting the cat? thanks much.
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Originally Posted by Cali2MDevo8
won't pass emissions, louder, more black smoke, dirty rear bumper.
Would like to see your painted 9 wheels though!
Would like to see your painted 9 wheels though!
It all depends on how much an extra 10-15whp means to you. What usually happends is that an EVO dynos at a certain amount or runs a certain time and the need for just a little extra power overcomes some and people ditch the stock cat or HFC for a Test Pipe.
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Originally Posted by Cali2MDevo8
won't pass emissions, louder, more black smoke, dirty rear bumper.
Would like to see your painted 9 wheels though!
Would like to see your painted 9 wheels though!
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Chrisalishuss, if you plan on getting that combo of mods, then you should get the IX package in my sig. It has the BR TBE, gauge+pod, MBC, and a custom mail-in dynoflash for those mods. The combined price is great, especially since it includes shipping and gets you to 330whp (if not more) right away.
As for the test pipe issue, the great thing with this package is that you can choose either a test pipe or HFC, so whatever you decided, you can get either with no change in the package price. Also, all the BR TBEs now come with the new bullet muffler that is lighter, faster, quieter, and nicer-looking. Having a test pipe will give more power, but it's usually louder, will likely cause you to fail emissions (if you have them), can get you in trouble if the authorities find out (extremely rare), and yes, it will smell a little fumy sometimes. It's not that bad, though.
As for the test pipe issue, the great thing with this package is that you can choose either a test pipe or HFC, so whatever you decided, you can get either with no change in the package price. Also, all the BR TBEs now come with the new bullet muffler that is lighter, faster, quieter, and nicer-looking. Having a test pipe will give more power, but it's usually louder, will likely cause you to fail emissions (if you have them), can get you in trouble if the authorities find out (extremely rare), and yes, it will smell a little fumy sometimes. It's not that bad, though.
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Originally Posted by Warrtalon
(if you have them), can get you in trouble if the authorities find out (extremely rare), and yes, it will smell a little fumy sometimes. It's not that bad, though.
Do you want to pay that? they will take payments if you dont have the whole amount... finance too with low apr and yes they will get you approved.
I would go with High flow cat in Cali and keep the stock one for the emession after 5 years.
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I think i will just do that. Do you accept pay pal? I wanted to just go with the HFC cause the highway patrol and the IPD are pretty tense around here when it comes to emissions. I have a couple ?'s for you about the package. First I am assuming i have to send you my ecu. Do you have a diagram of how to remove it so I can send it to you? How long does it take to get it back so I can use my car to go to work and school? And after i get it flashed do I need to go somewhere and have it fine tuned? thanks
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Originally Posted by chrisalishuss
I think i will just do that. Do you accept pay pal? I wanted to just go with the HFC cause the highway patrol and the IPD are pretty tense around here when it comes to emissions. I have a couple ?'s for you about the package. First I am assuming i have to send you my ecu. Do you have a diagram of how to remove it so I can send it to you? How long does it take to get it back so I can use my car to go to work and school? And after i get it flashed do I need to go somewhere and have it fine tuned? thanks
2) Yes, you will remove your ECU, which is extremely easy, then send it in to get flashed for those mods. The instructions can be found on Dynoflash.com, but it's easier than you think, so no worries. Hundreds and hundreds of people have done it. When you make your order at Buschur Racing, ask them real quick to make sure where to send the ECU. They will explain everything in detail.
3) You won't need to get fine-tuned, but later in the life of your car, if you add more mods, you can always benefit from a custom tune (road or dyno tune) from Al @ Dynoflash who is the one who provides the flashing for these packages. It takes 2 days to send in, get reflashed, and get sent back as long as you use Fedex overnight. Al will Fedex it overnight back to you for sure, but just be sure to call and make sure he's not out of town on a tuning trip before sending. It's best to get the ECU there on Tuesday or Wednesday, because he's almost always at home in the shop between tuning weekends.
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Originally Posted by chrisalishuss
I got a IX... black, wheels paint matched to the car, ssl package. Im at about 450 miles on it right now and have been taking it easy, keeping it under 4K but usually under 3K. I was thinking about what i wanted to do and I think that im going for the Buschur TBE and then getting flashed, maybe a boost guage and keeping it at that... for now lol. My concern was with the cat or test pipe. Can you smell it when a car is running a test pipe, and what are the negatives to running a test pipe compared to losing a few hp and getting the cat? thanks much.
So, you got the Black GSR w/ SSL with the custom painted black rims at South Coast. I was there on the 5th and almost bought those rims to put on my IX, but didn't. That car looks sharp with the rims already painted black.
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