Who's running their Evo X nearly stock and loving it?
Jan 25, 2012, 03:44 PM
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I've had my Evo 8 for 7+ years completely stock and it's been incredibly reliable and i'll keep it until it can't run no more. I bought Evo X about a year ago and will keep this one stock as well, for as long as it runs. I drive them both daily and between the 2 of them, the mileage will accrue veeery slowly. The only "mods" on them are RA flaps.
I have too many other expensive hobbies and just don't feel like opening the modding money pit haha. I like the idea of doing the most with stock performance.
I have too many other expensive hobbies and just don't feel like opening the modding money pit haha. I like the idea of doing the most with stock performance.
Jan 25, 2012, 03:58 PM
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I'm keeping mine stock down to the badges (no debadge). lol Since everyone is modding their Evo, it will be rare to see a 100% stock Evo. This is so I can sell at top dollar.
Jan 25, 2012, 04:17 PM
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I have a evo 9 thats somewhat extreme. Larger turbo, wheels, titanium exhaust...
For my Evo X, I am doing simple cheap mods. Normally 1-2 mods per month.
Just installed a Podi D gauge (dual guage, afr and boost), next step is tractix cable for tuning.
For some reason my Evo X doesn't feel under powered at all. I remember my Evo 9 when using stock turbo, always felt under powered
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For my Evo X, I am doing simple cheap mods. Normally 1-2 mods per month.
Just installed a Podi D gauge (dual guage, afr and boost), next step is tractix cable for tuning.
For some reason my Evo X doesn't feel under powered at all. I remember my Evo 9 when using stock turbo, always felt under powered
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Jan 25, 2012, 06:28 PM
#65
stock evo here as long as I can.
had 4 different modded cars and I am getting tired of wrenching.
although the only mod I would love on this car is a taller 5th gear or 6th gear for long cruises.. Although its kept me out of trouble since i cruise around at 65-70mph since the audible is similar to my old MSP3 lol
had 4 different modded cars and I am getting tired of wrenching.
although the only mod I would love on this car is a taller 5th gear or 6th gear for long cruises.. Although its kept me out of trouble since i cruise around at 65-70mph since the audible is similar to my old MSP3 lol
Jan 25, 2012, 06:56 PM
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I'm more of mod the driver type of guy but i do need some power mods to keep up with those E92 M3's at the track, thats all i want in terms of power, 300WHP should do. And i want 100% reliably at the track as well.
-Cobb AP
-Samco turbo inlet
-Works drop in
-Single exit exhaust
-UICP
-Protune
Thats it and ill be a happy camper!!!!!
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-Cobb AP
-Samco turbo inlet
-Works drop in
-Single exit exhaust
-UICP
-Protune
Thats it and ill be a happy camper!!!!!
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Jan 26, 2012, 05:46 AM
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I've had my '08 GSR for over 2 years now and all it has is RA flaps, a catback, and cosworth filter. I like it but it is only stock because i can't afford to do anything to it. When i have the money i would like to do a turbo back, intake and get it tuned. I will be happy with that.
I just moved from Nevada to Florida and once we got into Texas where they have 93 (91 in Nv) we were getting 30mpg at 80 mph. It got 3 mpg better on 93! The power difference is noticable which is crazy to me. 91 sucks!
I just moved from Nevada to Florida and once we got into Texas where they have 93 (91 in Nv) we were getting 30mpg at 80 mph. It got 3 mpg better on 93! The power difference is noticable which is crazy to me. 91 sucks!
Jan 26, 2012, 08:04 AM
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Haha> Excluding aesthetics? Nah man, get over it. I wouldn't even be considering an Evo if the X didn't exist. I'd think I was driving my very first Mirage. O.o You've got the best looking Evo there is so far. 
No offense to pre X Evo owners. I respect the car, just prefer the X looks.
No offense to pre X Evo owners. I respect the car, just prefer the X looks.
Jan 26, 2012, 05:53 PM
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I've had my '08 GSR for over 2 years now and all it has is RA flaps, a catback, and cosworth filter. I like it but it is only stock because i can't afford to do anything to it. When i have the money i would like to do a turbo back, intake and get it tuned. I will be happy with that.
I just moved from Nevada to Florida and once we got into Texas where they have 93 (91 in Nv) we were getting 30mpg at 80 mph. It got 3 mpg better on 93! The power difference is noticable which is crazy to me. 91 sucks!
I just moved from Nevada to Florida and once we got into Texas where they have 93 (91 in Nv) we were getting 30mpg at 80 mph. It got 3 mpg better on 93! The power difference is noticable which is crazy to me. 91 sucks!
Jan 26, 2012, 08:49 PM
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I've had my '08 GSR for over 2 years now and all it has is RA flaps, a catback, and cosworth filter. I like it but it is only stock because i can't afford to do anything to it. When i have the money i would like to do a turbo back, intake and get it tuned. I will be happy with that.
I just moved from Nevada to Florida and once we got into Texas where they have 93 (91 in Nv) we were getting 30mpg at 80 mph. It got 3 mpg better on 93! The power difference is noticable which is crazy to me. 91 sucks!
I just moved from Nevada to Florida and once we got into Texas where they have 93 (91 in Nv) we were getting 30mpg at 80 mph. It got 3 mpg better on 93! The power difference is noticable which is crazy to me. 91 sucks!
I am barely getting 24mpg driving at 70mph
Jan 26, 2012, 08:56 PM
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That shouldn't really make a difference....
It is because the 10'+ have a leaned out tune stock, where the 08's had a pig rich tune, which is the reason behind their poor mileage.
If I drive normal, I can get like 22-23mpg on the highway. I usually average like 17-18, with pretty aggressive driving.