Steve Abitbol

Here are my mods....


-All reliability mods:
-Silicon Hoses
-Alluminum AST
-Fluidyne Radiator
-Red line Oils


-Performance Mods:
-PFS Cold Air Intake
-PFS Intercooler
-SS Exhaust
-SS Downpipe
-Pillar Mount Boost Gauge
-Power FC w Commander
-1300 CC injectors
-High Flow Fuel Pump


It was dyno tuned at 291HP at the rear wheel.... I want/need more power, what other mods or parts should i get to help reach my goal, cant upgrade the turbos (have stock twins) and cant upgrade the engine just yet.... Thanks alot

dgeesaman

iTrader: (7)

What boost level are you running? I would think those mods support 14psi w/o a problem.

Dave

Adrian Knack

I'd be thinking about handling mods if I were pushing 300HP...

Anyway
- Highflow CAT or Midpipe?
- Oil Cooler?

sorry not many ideas today...

Steve Abitbol

I think im running 10psi, posssibly 12 but not too sure....

dgeesaman

iTrader: (7)

If you're not sure, then that's definitely the next thing to figure out. Don't you have any boost gauge? Aren't you able to view the MAP sensor using the PFC Commander?

I believe the PFC has a boost setting, and if you're just pushing up a couple psi you can enter that w/o much difficulty. But you'll need to be sure your tuning is set up for it. Who tuned your car?

Dave

purerx7

iTrader: (61)

291rwhp with those mods and at 10psi, seems a little much? Or is it just me, especially with the stock midpipe? Either way, next mod should be midpipe and boost controller.

Steve Abitbol

Yes i have boost gauge, and was told that i can read it off the fc commander but im not too sure how to read the boost im pushing....

95PGTR

after the turbo spools, at WOT, whatever number the needle is pointing to at its peak is the boost your running. definately get an MBC next.

Steve Abitbol

MBC? Well the gauge, when im on the floor, it jumps anywhere from 8-10, not sure if it goes over 10, but it jumps all over 8 and 10....

RX 4 Speed

sounds like all you need is a good tuning, and possibly a mid pipe w/w/o hi-flo.

dgeesaman

iTrader: (7)

If your boost doesn't go higher than 10psi, that means two good things:
1) your turbo control system is probably working fine.
2) you aren't overboosting for your tuning.

I suggest you take your setup to a shop that can do this (search in a regional forum to find one) and explain that you want to get some more power out of your setup. For a few hours of labor, they will dyno or road test the car, evaluate how much they can reasonably push up your boost, and reprogram (tune) your PFC for that level of boost. A good tune will help your performance and drivability a whole lot. 14-15psi of boost, if your fuel system supports it, won't cook your turbos too badly and will definitely put you further back in your seat. With custom tuning, it will very nice. Find a good FD&PFC tuner - if they make a major mistake they can blow your motor, and if they're only so-so the resulting power and drivability won't be as good.

Keep in mind, this tuning will need redone when you add a couple of power mods or change your fuel setup. So if you're consideiring a high flow cat, it would be good to add that beforehand.

Dave

DrunkenBowler

Might I suggest the HKS Twin Power upgrade, a fmic (if you want), ast/radiator, a new y-pipe, and/or greddy compression elbow. You could get a new flywheel/clutch too.

desmond

the pfc can be used to control boost

Jack

iTrader: (2)

Steve

291 rwhp is good deal of power for now, I would change the fluids in the diff and tranny to Mobil 1 synth. Do a complete flush of your brake fluid, upgrade the pads and tires. Change the fuel filter, get the car aligned, flush your coolant. Get a good base line of all the systems before looking for more power.

Jack

GoodfellaFD3S

iTrader: (213)

great advice, Jack. Steve, get the car up to speed with regard to maintenance first. PMCS, soldier !

also, what has happened to these forums? upgrade your oil cooler for more power? stock midpipe? Sigh......

Steve Abitbol

hey thanks a lot jack, good advice... is it better for me to mess around with it and do all those maintnence my self or bring it to mazda dealer?

Speedworks

Get a workshop manual and DIY

adam c

iTrader: (2)

Steve,

You need to learn a lot about these cars before you start modifying them. Start by reading the stickies at the top of the 3rd gen section. If you don't learn about your car, you WILL damage it.

angelck022

ooohh, stay away from the dealership at all costs. I am not kidding,...if you are curious and want to hear some horror stories search the forum. Your best bet is to find a garage that has a good reputation with rotaries.

Spirit_Rotary_7

Are your turbos running sequential or parallel?

Cgotto6

iTrader: (8)

Actually, funny you say that...I didnt become a new FD owner with any knowledge...Actually it was quite the opposite. I owned an FC for about a year and a half, but I got bored. I decided to start looking into upgrading to an FD. I spend many many many MONTHS of research, so I was well prepared when buying my car. This is something you seemed to neglect to do...I actually usually only ask questions on the forum regarding diagnosing a problem I get stuck on...Not the type of question where your asking "what should i get next yo?"

Steve Abitbol

I've always wanted to buy an fd, never was financially able to accomplish my dream, Ive known some about them, now that i have one i want to know everything there is to learn, and this is where i go every day, every night, all the time i have a chance I read up on them.... And you are the first person to ever give me **** for it.... Now I want to thank everyone else for helping and advice again

Cgotto6

iTrader: (8)

Im not givin you **** for reading...Just for posting wasteful items...