FI worth it?

[calispec]

Fair enough. I am not arguing which is better. Just throwing out the options. The innovate kit has enough headroom to max out the stock clutch. So if u want more than that then yes. Don't buy it. And go turbo. Yes. Speaking peak hp you can get around the same numbers by going NA e85 but you won't get near the torque. I don't think e85 is easy to get in Cali.

I like turbos. I have owned them. I like my innovate. It just depends what you are looking for, where you are going to use it, how much power you want, how much u want to spend etc. answer those questions. See what fits and go of it. You will be glad you did!

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by hanabie

will FI void warranty?

Yes...

[BlueDubbinTDI]

Originally Posted by hanabie

will FI void warranty?

Many that can afford to go FI on a brand new car have the money to repair if needed. Warranty is just a number on the brochure.

[hanabie]

Originally Posted by BlueDubbinTDI

Many that can afford to go FI on a brand new car have the money to repair if needed. Warranty is just a number on the brochure.

so am I looking another $5k for FI maintenance? lol

[OmarGC]

Originally Posted by Pete156

1. Yes!
3. Yes. AVO

Avo is trash

[protpibe]

Originally Posted by hanabie

so am I looking another $5k for FI maintenance? lol

Depends if you want to do it right. The kit is just the start... Cable and license If you use ecutek, Tune, wideband, boost gauge, maybe a clutch, exhaust

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[BlueDubbinTDI]

Originally Posted by hanabie

so am I looking another $5k for FI maintenance? lol

I think many would say that depends on the tuner. There are some horror stories out there...

[xxscaxx]

Originally Posted by calispec

Fair enough. I am not arguing which is better. Just throwing out the options. The innovate kit has enough headroom to max out the stock clutch. So if u want more than that then yes. Don't buy it. And go turbo. Yes. Speaking peak hp you can get around the same numbers by going NA e85 but you won't get near the torque. I don't think e85 is easy to get in Cali.

I like turbos. I have owned them. I like my innovate. It just depends what you are looking for, where you are going to use it, how much power you want, how much u want to spend etc. answer those questions. See what fits and go of it. You will be glad you did!

I don't know how people constantly compare an NA e85 tune to our kit. There is absolutely no comparison. I know you didn't say that but i'm quoting you anyways lol.

I like turbos as well. Honestly I was extremely close to buying the ptuning kit. Our cars don't make numbers that everyone gasps about, but driving it is just sooo much fun. Its so perfect for a DD, and so user friendly.

But to the OP, yes its worth it, as long as you aren't afraid to "play". Get a good tune. Know your kit in and out.

[toekneehair]

OP If you want to go for a ride in a turbocharged car with a great Tune from Delicious Tuning to get the feel between the two shoot me a PM. I'm down in San Diego if you are near here we could always meet up for a cruise one of these days. I think that is the best way to get a feel for what it would be like. With a good tune you can be very streetable and still be making about 300HP

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by hanabie

so am I looking another $5k for FI maintenance? lol

If you set the FI up properly, have the proper supporting mods, and have a good tune, you probably won't have any problems.

Believe me, we're EXTREMELY paranoid about proper setup.

@OP: ask nicely, and locals will probably take you for a quick ride.

[midnight23]

Originally Posted by Gt86_nick

So I've been thinking of putting a greddy turbo in my car somewhere down the road. Not really in any rush but I guess my real question(s) would be

1. Is it worth the price for the 93hp gain
2. Given that it will be my daily driver and I'm not always punching it with some spirited driving every now and then what are the odds of blowing my motor?
3. Would anyone recommend any other turbos for better gains on a 91 tune? E85 is pretty hard to come by where I'm from
4.any input from actual greddy turbo owners?

Thanks in advance

1. Yes and you should be able to achieve more gains than just that without issues with a good tuner.
2. can't comment on this, a good tune should keep your motor safe as long as you keep up on maintenance with the car.
3. Full Blown, PTUNING, these run larger turbos though so results won't be same spool wise.
4. This kit is very enjoyable it really gives the car the kick it needs but keeps the power planted without needing sticky tires. Not sure where in SoCal you live but i'd be happy to give you a ride.

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by King Tut

2. I believe the odds to be low as long as you have a good tune and a motor working properly

FI will find the weakest link in your engine. The question is, how do WE find it BEFORE it pops if there is in fact a defect or otherwise? Should we be scoping our bores? Obviously a compression and leakdown prior to FI install, but what else?


Where's the resident Engine Nurse Practitioner to step in and tell us what kind of Physical Examination needs to be done prior?

[Gt86_nick]

Originally Posted by midnight23

1. Yes and you should be able to achieve more gains than just that without issues with a good tuner.
2. can't comment on this, a good tune should keep your motor safe as long as you keep up on maintenance with the car.
3. Full Blown, PTUNING, these run larger turbos though so results won't be same spool wise.
4. This kit is very enjoyable it really gives the car the kick it needs but keeps the power planted without needing sticky tires. Not sure where in SoCal you live but i'd be happy to give you a ride.

I'm out of chino hills maybe we could meet up sometime this weekend if you're free?

[midnight23]

Originally Posted by Gt86_nick

I'm out of chino hills maybe we could meet up sometime this weekend if you're free?

I'm free Sunday afternoon / night and Friday all day. I live next to Disneyland so if you're in the area anytime those days pm me and we can meet up.