izzy Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Like the title says. Ordered my down pipe and currently running stage 1 cobb map. Would appreciate any advice before I install the down pipe and flash to stage 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Island Legacy Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 get a better ic, stocker wont hold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 ^^lies. The stock IC will do fine sub 18psi. Maybe JB Weld the endtanks, there are plenty of threads on going stage 2. As for installation, be careful with the bolts connecting to the turbo/dp, I've stripped 2 and I know I'm not the only one here who has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockerGT Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 The only advice I will give is that you will want to go bigger once you get used to it. You have been forewarned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regal05LGT Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 The only advice I will give is that you will want to go bigger once you get used to it. You have been forewarned. +1 I have come to realize that you will always want for more regardless how much power you have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbrjason Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 As for installation, be careful with the bolts connecting to the turbo/dp, I've stripped 2 and I know I'm not the only one here who has. +1 Had this problem on my brand new 08 with less than 8k miles, and just saw the same problem tonight trying to do my buddies 04 sti. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted June 18, 2009 Author Share Posted June 18, 2009 Thanks guys. I will look out for this during the install. +1 Had this problem on my brand new 08 with less than 8k miles, and just saw the same problem tonight trying to do my buddies 04 sti. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJLGT Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 going stage 2 myself in a few daysif my intercooler goes i think im gona have to do the Xo2 fmic, its just too good to resist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted June 18, 2009 Author Share Posted June 18, 2009 I just hope I don't have any issues with the cobb flash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJLGT Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 you shouldn't have any problems, just plug in and enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted June 18, 2009 Author Share Posted June 18, 2009 I just got a price of 500.00 for a pro tune at Automasters. Does that price sound right? Dam $650 for the ap and a protune costs that much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinlsb Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 I just got a price of 500.00 for a pro tune at Automasters. Does that price sound right? Dam $650 for the ap and a protune costs that much? Yupp, and you may want to look at the suspension and tires;) "Belief does not make truth. Evidence makes truth. And belief does not make evidence." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow05gtRI Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 if you're going with a pro-tune i would say ditch the AP and do OpenSource. Saves you the money and with the stage 2 parts are you really going to ever flash back to stock? edit: I guess I should add a little more. OpenSource will be better if you have a laptop and cable ($20-$160) to log with, to make sure your protune is running properly. Sometimes they dont... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-Tank Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 I've had my dp and up in the trunk of my car for a week now. Local tuning shops are quoting me $300+ for the install. I talked one down to $260. I think I might just try to do the install myself. What do you guys think? Good install price for up and dp? Should I just attempt it myself? Just cleared my headlights last night. Do it!!! Looks so great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow05gtRI Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 $260 isn't bad. from what I gather, the UP is a real pain. it looked like it, too, when I had mine installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted June 20, 2009 Author Share Posted June 20, 2009 I am getting it installed by a local tuner shop fir 200 on Tuesday. $260 isn't bad. from what I gather, the UP is a real pain. it looked like it, too, when I had mine installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fzanetti Posted June 20, 2009 Share Posted June 20, 2009 $260 isn't bad. from what I gather, the UP is a real pain. it looked like it, too, when I had mine installed. It is... I had to remove the header that is connected the uppipe and also loosen up the suspension, lift up the engine a little bit, and then able to remove it... Real pain... Downpipe is really easy though... Flavio Zanetti Boston, MA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-Tank Posted June 20, 2009 Share Posted June 20, 2009 If I have a flex up pipe will it be easier to install. My friend works on Hondas (he built his turbo integra) and he is willing to help. Can I do it without loosening engine mounts and stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03subyR Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Wow that's a lot of money for protune AP. I payed $300 for my tune and ended up selling it and going open sourse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockerGT Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 If I have a flex up pipe will it be easier to install. My friend works on Hondas (he built his turbo integra) and he is willing to help. Can I do it without loosening engine mounts and stuff? If you can get the EGT sensor out of the stock UP then you will be able to remove it without jacking up the engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GULLABLE0NE Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 i finally got around to installing my invidia downpipe and perrin tmic last week. everything went smoothly with the exception of the heat shield not fitting over the new downpipe due to the bigger diameter of the pipe. a little cutting of the engine cover was needed for the larger tmic. stage II is fun, I think the LGT is finally faster than my Z28. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-Tank Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Your Cavalier was faster than your Leggy? That is truly disheartening... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fzanetti Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Your Cavalier was faster than your Leggy? That is truly disheartening... It's because he never drove the REAL FASTER!!! ThE SrT4 ThE oNe aNd OnlY!!!! :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: Flavio Zanetti Boston, MA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzy Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 Just installed the down pipe. Installed without any problem. No Cel. So far no issues. All I could say is Wow! What a difference. The power is so much smoother. The spool is instant. And the sound of the turbo is awesome. I am one happy little kid! Thank you cobb and invidia!!!!!! Can't wait for etown next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertelicious Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 As for installation, be careful with the bolts connecting to the turbo/dp, I've stripped 2 and I know I'm not the only one here who has. How did you fix it? I had a stud completely break off the stock turbo on the bottom. I just re-installed everything hoping the gasket and tightening of the bolts would provide enough of a seal until I upgrade to new turbo. Any inputs? Sorry to jack...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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