Effective NA Power Mods

[nikitopo]

Originally Posted by Adam_L

So I've read a few things on here in regards to drop-in K&N ( bolt on upgrades sticky thread) or TRD , vs going with a full out ($350+) CAI system.

So what is the consensus ? Is it possible to go K&N drop in, and rig up the snorkel air inlet system so it's sucking in colder air from outside the car ?

Thanks in advance

You can try the TRD intake. Here is a review: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...&postcount=701

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by Somerandom18

Anyone know a drop in that fits the 2017 /w manual trans yet?

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Originally Posted by Hawk77FT

Same drop in that fits the 2013-2016! Nothing special really

Originally Posted by Hawk77FT

Same filter size though! So replacing it with the same aftermarket filter used for 2013-2016 should not be a problem.

No it is not the same filter. Not even close. They totally changed the size.

[churchx]

More then quadruppled filtration area? Should be less resistive. Hmm, though then again it's fabric vs filter paper, no clue how they fare against each other. Maybe more filtration area is almost completely offset by more airflow resistance of used material.

[Adam_L]

Originally Posted by nikitopo

You can try the TRD intake. Here is a review: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...&postcount=701

Thanks. Sure I could try it, but it is a $350 or so part. Most users seem to like it , but given the cost not so sure it's worth it. Other members here say do the K&N drop in, and call it a day (most cost/benefit)

I know the header makes the most significant boost NA, going zero-65 mph so there isn't any short changing that part. Other parts are minimal change in performance, 2-6 hp/torque. On top of that, if I am changing out 3-4 bolt on intake/exhaust parts , then it sounds worth while to also get some basic tune after parts are installed to maximize performance benefits (tune for more hp , or mpg , etc)

[Hawk77FT]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

No it is not the same filter. Not even close. They totally changed the size.

I stand corrected! I looked at the sizes of the box and it looks like they are the same size.

[stevo_12v]

Anyone know what the best performing single exit exhaust for the 86 is?
Right now I'm using the HKS Racing single exit, want to see if there's any better performing.

Sound noise isn't an issue, chasing max power.
I'll be changing to ACE header next year, either the A250 or the Anaconda 42.7mm.

[Lantana frs]

Originally Posted by Adam_L

Thanks. Sure I could try it, but it is a $350 or so part. Most users seem to like it , but given the cost not so sure it's worth it. Other members here say do the K&N drop in, and call it a day (most cost/benefit)

I know the header makes the most significant boost NA, going zero-65 mph so there isn't any short changing that part. Other parts are minimal change in performance, 2-6 hp/torque. On top of that, if I am changing out 3-4 bolt on intake/exhaust parts , then it sounds worth while to also get some basic tune after parts are installed to maximize performance benefits (tune for more hp , or mpg , etc)

If you're after real gains a tune is mandatory.

[Ricks919]

i have 190whp dyno tuned at drift office on knn drop in filter, cheapo sound tube delete, jdl catless uel, hks resonated front pipe, hks single exit catback. 190whp 152wtq

[Teseo]

Originally Posted by Ricks919

i have 190whp dyno tuned at drift office on knn drop in filter, cheapo sound tube delete, jdl catless uel, hks resonated front pipe, hks single exit catback. 190whp 152wtq

91oct, 93 or e85?

[Teseo]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

No it is not the same filter. Not even close. They totally changed the size.

Your post made me realize i need to buy aftermarker inlet tube (perrin or mishimoto) and drop in filter (non oiled) ASAP.

[gramicci101]

Originally Posted by stevo_12v

Anyone know what the best performing single exit exhaust for the 86 is?
Right now I'm using the HKS Racing single exit, want to see if there's any better performing.

Sound noise isn't an issue, chasing max power.
I'll be changing to ACE header next year, either the A250 or the Anaconda 42.7mm.

Cat-back? As long as it's 2.25" or bigger, I don't think it matters. You're not going to see a noticeable difference between your HKS and anything else. The header and front pipe are where the major restrictions are. Header/front pipe/tune for power; cat-back for sound. That said, a free-flowing single exit canister exhaust with a catless header and catless front pipe is going to be louder than hell.

[Ricks919]

Originally Posted by Teseo

91oct, 93 or e85?

93 octane. tuner told me that i could easily get 200+ whp with e85 but theres no pumps around me unfortunately.... or i would jump right on it lol.

the biggest kicker was the tune. i drove on that setup for a few hundred miles (clearing the P0420 every time it came up lol!) and once i got it tuned it was like night and day difference

[Lantana frs]

Thank God I don't live anywhere near drift office. I would be penniless.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by Ricks919

93 octane. tuner told me that i could easily get 200+ whp with e85 but theres no pumps around me unfortunately.... or i would jump right on it lol.

the biggest kicker was the tune. i drove on that setup for a few hundred miles (clearing the P0420 every time it came up lol!) and once i got it tuned it was like night and day difference

Yep! People think they can just bolt stuff on and get instant power. The car doesn't know it is there and self tune to take advantage of the changes. It needs to be told to change all the perimeters so that the parts actually make a difference.