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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 02:46 PM
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Default Misc Mods or S/C?

I'm about to move to my new place, hence my paycheck will suffer more than it has so far lol.

I need to take a decision. Either get the S/C and modding for a while WILL have to stop or...don't get the S/C and get 08 headlight projectors w/ HIDs and the TRD Short Ram or maybe another mod?

I'm not sure if the S/C is really worth it. Will I really feel the extra push in every day driving? Or should I continue with exterior/looks Mods?

This is my car so far, 30k miles so if I do get the S/C it would be under warranty for another 30k (since commute will greatly diminish this might take 3 or more years to get to 60k miles)


Please vote! Thanx,

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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 02:48 PM
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TOUGH CALL!!!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 02:53 PM
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SUPERCHARGE THAT TC OR YOU YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO KEEP UP WITH ME AND SAPAN!

and those heavy momo's aren't doing your acceleration any favors!
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The momos are untouchable
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 02:55 PM
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again tough call i cant even decide on what to vote for.
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 03:09 PM
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of the 2 choices, S/C of course, your car already looks great!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 03:25 PM
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IMO, go with the S/C. Your car looks sweet already, and you will definitely notice a difference in your daily drive, especially the first time you get on that freeway on ramp . I have no regrets about getting my S/C.

If you dont have it already, you might want to look into an upgraded clutch as well. I have heard about alot of stock clutches getting burnt up quickly when the S/C is added. Plus its a smoother shift than stock. But thats another thread
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 03:29 PM
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^^^ she is a automatic!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 03:39 PM
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me = dumbass
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted by HunterGreene
me = dumbass
why? I didn't specify that so yr good ;)
Kanundrum knows cos he saw my car lol
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 03:54 PM
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screw the SC, get a 40 inch TV YO!!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:00 PM
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this really is a tough call, but i say, if you can do it, go supercharger!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by AKAvensis
screw the SC, get a 40 inch TV YO!!
with surround sound wuhu!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:32 PM
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I love my SC, it's seamless. You will certainly notice it every day. To me, the car feels fun now, like it was meant to be.
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by kanundrum
Originally Posted by AKAvensis
screw the SC, get a 40 inch TV YO!!
with surround sound wuhu!
and a ps3 or xbox360!
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by draxcaliber
Originally Posted by kanundrum
Originally Posted by AKAvensis
screw the SC, get a 40 inch TV YO!!
with surround sound wuhu!
and a ps3 or xbox360!
ok no

stick with the choices given
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:42 PM
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All right so far all vote S/C except for me and kanundrum who are at a stand still. Those of you who did get the S/C say that it's worth it and that you do feel a difference.

monkeysauce - auto or manual?
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:43 PM
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can you test drive one of your leg humping friends cars???
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:44 PM
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nothing against the auto, but i dont think the S/C is gonna meet your expectations. if it was a 5-speed then go for it.
Old Oct 16, 2007 | 04:45 PM
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no one around the area has a s/c automatic lol



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