[FortyGT24]

Awesome 😎 thanks guys!

 

[2023BD]

Without any more info than you've already given, here is my list in order of what will give the biggest returns overall.

Lightweight wheels and sticky tires
Racechip s
Pedal/throttle tuner
High flow drop in air filter

I would be close to that suggestion

Lightweight wheels (17") and sticky tires (235/45/17)
Racechip s
Powerflex yellow lower torque strut inserts (purple if you don't mind minor vibration)
Evilla midpipe

 

[Steve g]

I agree with everything posted above but no pedal/throttle tuner. But that’s just a preference.

 

[lephoenix]

I would be close to that suggestion

Lightweight wheels (17") and sticky tires (235/45/17)
Racechip s
Powerflex yellow lower torque strut inserts (purple if you don't mind minor vibration)
Evilla midpipe

Yup, 17"s are the way to go in my opinion.
I would have suggested the mid pipe if he didn't have an axleback already. I can't comment on having both but with one of evilla's midpipes with no resonator sound is perfect and there's a little bump in power.

I've had a lower dogbone mount insert hanging by my workbench for a couple years and just haven't gotten around to putting it in.

 

[lephoenix]

I agree with everything posted above but no pedal/throttle tuner. But that’s just a preference.

Absolutely. It's 100% just for giggles and grins.

 

[Hamster-GT]

Everyone has their own twist when it comes to recommendations. What seems to be the foundation is the RaceChip and lightweight wheels. Wheel and tire combo helps in many ways like quicker acceleration, better braking, better handling, higher threshold of grip and better steering feel. Wheels 20 lbs and under is what I recommend.

Engine mods I recommend:
1. The RaceChip!
2. Powerflex lower engine mount bushing inserts.
3. Boomba Racing intake manifold & throttle body spacers.
4. NST water pump pulley.
5. Green Air Filter 7367.
6. Velossa Tech intake scoop.

Wheels and tires:
1. Wheels 20 lbs and lighter (your preference in style).
2. Continental ExtemeContact DWS06 or Pirelli PZero A/S 3 since each commute takes 2 hours. They have good grip and they are not noisy.

 

[Steve g]

Everyone has their own twist when it comes to recommendations. What seems to be the foundation is the RaceChip and lightweight wheels. Wheel and tire combo helps in many ways like quicker acceleration, better braking, better handling, higher threshold of grip and better steering feel. Wheels 20 lbs and under is what I recommend.

Engine mods I recommend:
1. The RaceChip!
2. Powerflex lower engine mount bushing inserts.
3. Boomba Racing intake manifold & throttle body spacers.
4. NST water pump pulley.
5. Green Air Filter 7367.
6. Velossa Tech intake scoop.

Wheels and tires:
1. Wheels 20 lbs and lighter (your preference in style).
2. Continental ExtemeContact DWS06 or Pirelli PZero A/S 3 since each commute takes 2 hours. They have good grip and they are not noisy.

Wait now sir.... you already stand behind the water pump pulley?
Damnit.

 

[Hamster-GT]

Wait now sir.... you already stand behind the water pump pulley?
Damnit.

It definitely does helps when not in boost and getting into boost. It fills in the gap the spacers couldn't quite get.

 

[Steve g]

It definitely does helps when not in boost and getting into boost. It fills in the gap the spacers couldn't quite get.

 

[FortyGT24]

Does the velossa tech increase intake noise or on a stock setup with K&N? And do you guys see any minor gains?

 

[Hamster-GT]

Does the velossa tech increase intake noise or on a stock setup with K&N? And do you guys see any minor gains?

Not much sound increase with the stock intake, even with a performance air fitler. It's louder with an aftermarket intake kit like the popular AFE Power intakes. The power is more noticable when your on the freeway. It's not mind blowing, just noticable. It's a good mod after a tune or adding a piggyback.

 

[FortyGT24]

Not much sound increase with the stock intake, even with a performance air fitler. It's louder with an aftermarket intake kit like the popular AFE Power intakes. The power is more noticable when your on the freeway. It's not mind blowing, just noticable. It's a good mod after a tune or adding a piggyback.

Nice! Not sure if I want to do intake but intake sound isn’t huge to me. Still gotta keep in mind warranty lol

 

[FortyGT24]

What’s your thought on K&N filters gunking up the MAF/MAP

 

[FortyGT24]

The freeway point is nice. A majority of my driving is freeway.

 

[Steve g]

Nice! Not sure if I want to do intake but intake sound isn’t huge to me. Still gotta keep in mind warranty lol

Racechip, completely remove system 15 minutes before driving to the dealership.. you can’t beat that.
Or add filters, air boxes, intakes, blow off valves and gain maybe 2% of what the Racechip can provide. Have a nice weekend swapping it all back to stock every time.
If warranty is priority then keep engine mods simple for now.

 

[Hamster-GT]

What’s your thought on K&N filters gunking up the MAF/MAP

Never had that problem on any car. The Forte GT PCV blowby will gunk up your MAP sensor, not an over-oiled air filter. I use CRC MAF cleaner spray every oil change.

 

[FortyGT24]

Racechip, completely remove system 15 minutes before driving to the dealership.. you can’t beat that.
Or add filters, air boxes, intakes, blow off valves and gain maybe 2% of what the Racechip can provide. Have a nice weekend swapping it all back to stock every time.
If warranty is priority then keep engine mods simple for now.

We know the owners and my wife works at the dealership we got the car. The master tech sounds like a mod guy. Seems like they are lenient. Racechip will be the next purchase for sure.

 

[FortyGT24]

Never had that problem on any car. The Forte GT PCV blowby will gunk up your MAP sensor, not an over-oiled air filter. I use CRC MAF cleaner spray every oil change.

I’ll have to look into that. Thank you.

 

[FortyGT24]

Racechip, completely remove system 15 minutes before driving to the dealership.. you can’t beat that.
Or add filters, air boxes, intakes, blow off valves and gain maybe 2% of what the Racechip can provide. Have a nice weekend swapping it all back to stock every time.
If warranty is priority then keep engine mods simple for now.

With GFB hybrid set to 50/50 what will that provide performance wise

 

[Steve g]

With GFB hybrid set to 50/50 what will that provide performance wise

Noise and nothing more