Boostfiend

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I had a guy tell me once that he wanted to build a car just like mine whilst working at a laser tag place making $9/hr. A few months later I ran into him and he had indeed purchased an Evo; stock and used but still he had one. However, I thought to myself that its going to be a long road before he gets to where I am. Then it hit me that I would make a caution thread; sort of like a slap in the face for the people who plan to go broke over this hobby. Noobs, non noobs, and aliens can refer to this thread so they know what they're getting themselves into.

Here's what the thread is all about: You can list your parts and the total invested. I will try to break it down by whp and make it as specific as possible. I know there is a how much will my setup make thread, but how about a how much will my setup cost? I will subject it to USDM HP and JDM HP; USDM will house all of the non-bling hp cars, and JDM HP will house evo's with wheels, body panels, bride's, etc. If you have under $3,000 in aesthetics you'll be in USDM. These can be rough estimates pertaining to cost. You can just put JDM or USDM per your estimated aesthetic part cost.

For those who will need a tune they average around $450-600. If you are planning to build a car similar to someone's listed below you may want to add that to their cost if they haven't. The cost of the car is not included because you can just tack that on to what people have spent on mods, or if you find your dream mod list tack that exact amount on haha.

If you don't want to post here you can pm it to me and I will post your list and cost and you go nameless.

So here goes.

Cost 300whp-350whp USDM
1. USDM EVO IX: 316whp/317ft lbs DJ - Big Al tune
MBC, APEX'i downpipe, Dejon intake, air filter, Walbro FP Estimated cost - $500 plus tune

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Cost 300whp-350whp JDM
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350whp-400whp USDM
1. My old Evo IX
355 whp (dynojet)
( 93 octane, EbayIC, Ebay 3"TB , HKS intake and GM 3port) Estimated cost: less than $800.

2. My USDM Evo IX: 350 to 400 AWHP
KN Intake $250, 3 Port EBC $85, ETS Intercooler $500, ETS LICP $200, BOV $250, MAP O2 Dump $300, ETS Catback exhaust $600, FIC Fuel injectors $500, Walbro fuel pump $100, Engine damper $80, Blox front motor mount $70, Buschur Downpipe $300, Perrin HFC turned into test pipe $275, ETS Upper radiator pipe $120, GSC Cams $540, AEM wide band $200, 2 tunes total $400. TOTAL: $4,770 Without labor added. Over all not to bad.

Exterior:
APR front bumper with paint: $830, APR Canards $200, Voltex Canards $699, JDM Rear Bumper $800, Eibach springs $250, Carbon Fiber extensions $170, Voltex generator $80, Evo VIII bumper free, but ebay lip for it $80, Volk GT-U Wheels without tires $2800. APR Mirrors $250 Estimated part cost: $10,929.

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350whp-400whp JDM
1. evo ix mr (389tq, 356 hp) mustang dyno 4th gear
aem series 1, ets short route ic piping, neisie f-mount,1000cc inj, greddy ti exhaust,
80mm downpipe , invidia test pipe, halman pro mbc Estimated cost (all parts bought used): around $2000

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450whp-500whp USDM
1. Mod list: FP black w/options, AMS F1-I, Boomba 75mm intake, AMS 2.3l stroker, synchronic bov, shep 6spd (waiting for launch), shep transfer case (when gears come out), HKS coilovers, advan rgII, HKS racing suction, tre rear differential, pfc front brakes, brembo rears, apr rear diffuser, rexspeed sideskirts, blacktop aero front lip, beatrush undertray, swift swaybars front and rear, garrett 3.5" core IC, ets I.C. piping, summit racing battery relocation, takata harnesses, sparco seats, exedy twin plate, new timing belt (for build), new oil pump (for build), omni 4-bar map sensor, pte 1200cc injectors, aeromotive fuel rail, wahlbro fuel pump, cosworth M3 camshafts, ferrea valves, ported & blueprinted head, oem tubular manifold, arp LD19 headstuds, manley valvesprings. I didn't include tuning because I'm self tuned. Estimated build total not including car, but parts alone: $29,508.31

2. BR 2.3 Stroker w/ 10:1 CR, BR Stage 3 head w/ Inconel Exhaust Valves, BR 272 cams, Stock ECU Tuning w/ E85/91oct Map Switching, BR Double Pumper, 1200cc Injectors, BR Intake, BR Ported Stock Intake Manifold, BR 65mm throttle body, Tial Recirculating Valve, BR Upper i/c pipe kit, BR Lower pipe kit, BR Race FMIC, BR Lightweight battery kit, Forced Performance Red, BR Ported & Coated Exhaust Manifold, BR SS Exhaust Heat Shield, BR SS 02 Housing, Bushwhacker Stage 1 Tranny, BR Shifter base and hood Bushings, BR Lightweight brace with front motor mount, Exedy Twin HD Cerametalic, STM clutch stop, SS Clutch line, AMS TBE, Volk CE28. I make 474whp 504ft lbs @ 33psi on E85 on a Mustang Dyno. Estimated build cost: About $25,000

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USDM 1000 BHP+
Username: BenJ; Platform: 2006 Evo IX; Power level: 1000bhp+
US Manufacturers used: Engine: BR 2.0, BR Stg III Head, BR Fuel Rail, BR Intake manifold, BR Intake, Shearer HTA 3794 Turbokit, BR Double Pumper, ID 2000's, Kelford 280's, BR U/LICP, BR H.L.A, BR Oilpan, BR FMIC, Tial 50 BOV,Tial Wastegate, Custom 3.5" Burns stainless exhaust
BR 2 stage boost controller Suspension: Muellerized Ohlin DFV's, Front bump steer kit
upgraded rear swaybar (not sure exact specs) Drivetrain: QM Twin clutch, Shep transmission, Shep t-Case

Total cost....north of $40k

BLKCarbonEVO

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matt55

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My old Evo IX
355 whp (dynojet)
<$800 ( 93 octane, EbayIC, Ebay 3"TB , HKS intake and GM 3port)

Boostfiend

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I don't see why, you can do this without even having your name attached. It is also a good idea to show these people what it cost to get to these hp goals. Could turn someone away from doing it until they're more financially secure instead of all of these threads that say: "I'm selling my car because I'm flat out broke."

It's not a cheap hobby and everyone only sees the, I only put $4,000 in and I'm happy. Nobody tells people getting into it how much it really cost.

Hey Matt you can delete your info if you'd like.

ssg_petty_210

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My USDM Evo IX: 350 to 400 AWHP
KN Intake $250, 3 Port EBC $85, ETS Intercooler $500, ETS LICP $200, BOV $250, MAP O2 Dump $300, ETS Catback exhaust $600, FIC Fuel injectors $500, Walbro fuel pump $100, Engine damper $80, Blox front motor mount $70, Buschur Downpipe $300, Perrin HFC turned into test pipe $275, ETS Upper radiator pipe $120, GSC Cams $540, AEM wide band $200, 2 tunes total $400. TOTAL: $4,770 Without labor added. Over all not to bad.
Exterior:
APR front bumper with paint: $830, APR Canards $200, Voltex Canards $699, JDM Rear Bumper $800, Eibach springs $250, Carbon Fiber extensions $170, Voltex generator $80, Evo VIII bumper free, but ebay lip for it $80, Volk GT-U Wheels without tires $2800. APR Mirrors $250
Over all Total: $10, 929. That is a rough estimate. This does not include labor and I am sure im missing a few things.

evolvd276

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evo ix mr (389tq, 356 hp) mustang dyno 4th gear
aem series 1, ets short route ic piping, neisie f-mount,1000cc inj, greddy ti exhaust,
80mm dp , invidia test pipe, halman pro mbc
bought all parts used in good con.
around $2000

4xforce

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I couldnt even post if I wanted to. You skipped the 400-450 range. I will say however I have spent in the neighborhood of $4k including tuning and powder coating stuff.

RockmanX

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what about us 550-600 or 600-700 range should be that as well then maybe more of us might post just put it plain and simple if your doing a full build expect 20k in parts alone and another 3-4k for labor then alot another 2k for misc things that could happen

ssg_petty_210

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I take it you know how much power you are making now? Btw there are many more people running less power. More rare for you higher hp guys.

BLKCarbonEVO

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^ then get with the program and start making power!

Mikey

RockmanX

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nope read my thread lol changed injectors to fic 1450cc waiting on them to come in before tuning session sold my pte 1000cc with only 750 miles on them cheap yesterday only took 5 hours and they were gone. Also waitng on my RED SS brake lines from MAP as well but those are not really required for the tuning

SO true

wreckless969

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Rock's car is kinda like a four leaf clover, you've heard about um but know you'll never see one.

ssg_petty_210

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Wish I could lol. Here within the next year, I will be doing a full build. Just waiting on my settlement. As for now, I am completely satisfied with the power I am making. For as little money as I spent and I can run 11's. Thats good for my satisfaction. Im not rushing the build yet. But it will come soon enough.

BLKCarbonEVO

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What kind of build do you want to do?

Mikey

Ginglingston11

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USDM EVO IX: 316whp/317ft lbs DJ - Big Al tune
MBC, APEX'i downpipe, Dejon intake, air filter, Walbro FP, stock catback, intercooler, piping and everything else, and nothing ported.
Est. price-$500 plus tune

Next setup
376whp/349 ft lbs DJ - Ivey tune
Megan Racing ex mani and o2 housing- $200
FP Red ported- $1900
AMS FMIC and piping- $1300?
PTE 880 injectors- $300
still stock catback, cams and others

total $3,800 plus tune