Stock just doesn't cut it for me! need some ideas...

[Shwine617]

Hello Everyone, My name is Cory and I have a 2010 MS3. I am new to the site, but I'm not some newb when it comes to performance as I have an MX6 race car.

I have searched through the stickies and found some great info. Most of them just list the different brand/parts and not specifically which ones work best or together.

I drive the car every day, so I'm not trying to go too crazy, but I can feel the poor car is under a lot of restriction.

Basically I don't want to buy a specific brand part and replace it soon after because it wasn't the best choice.

I am a certified mechanic, so doing the work is not a problem, I just want to get the right stuff the first time.

I was looking into a BPV, intake, and exhaust. Feel free to comment or share suggestions.

I know there has probably been similar threads, so I really appreciate your time and input. Hopefully I don't get thrashed too bad.. lol

[MS_Driver]

Read this:
Intro to your mazdaspeed

You'll get a lot of input on what brands work best together..

I personally like the Corksport SRI/TIP combo - well priced too. You can hold off on the bpv as it doesn't do much unless you're pushing more boost.

FP internals and AP are good to get early on.

[IHIERBal]

I'm a newb on these forums myself, but you're probably gonna want to start with the intake and possibly turbo inlet pipe (corksport sells a kit) as far as restrictions go. Changing the exhaust doesn't do much on these cars, and our stock BPV is good till about 19 psi IIRC. After you replace turbo inlet/intake you will hear the BPV enough if that's what you're looking for. Also, a RMM is a must on these cars, even if it's just an insert.

[Stealth01]

Originally Posted by Shwine617 Hello Everyone, My name is Cory and I have a 2010 MS3. I am new to the site, but I'm not some newb when it comes to performance as I have an MX6 race car. I have searched through the stickies and found some great info. Most of them just list the different brand/parts and not specifically which ones work best or together. I drive the car every day, so I'm not trying to go too crazy, but I can feel the poor car is under a lot of restriction. Basically I don't want to buy a specific brand part and replace it soon after because it wasn't the best choice. I am a certified mechanic, so doing the work is not a problem, I just want to get the right stuff the first time. I was looking into a BPV, intake, and exhaust. Feel free to comment or share suggestions. I know there has probably been similar threads, so I really appreciate your time and input. Hopefully I don't get thrashed too bad.. lol

You don't need a BPV until you start getting up there in HP. The stocker holds pretty well, so unless you're looking for that ricer-ass PSSHH sound, you can spend your money elsewhere. And TIPs don't really do too much for this platform. I'd go SRI, RMM, and Short Shifter. Personally, I'd recommend the SURE versions of all those. They have a No CEL guarantee on their SRIs, and their shifter plate is easier to install than the competition, IMHO. Plus, if you order it all from them, it'll all arrive together and you can have a nice install day.

[helmetface]

@eric@edgeautosport

Edgeautosports is running an intake/tip & RMM package.

I suggest that to start with for sure. Hold off on the BPV and exhaust work.

Thereafter, an AP for sure.

[outshined]

What's your budget?

For ~$1200 you can do a CorkSport SRI/TIP, race pipe, HPFP internals, and AP.

That will yield nice gains, good drivability, and a solid foundation for future mods.

There's a plethora of non-power mods that can improve the DD experience but based on your post those don't appear to be your top priority.

[Teethkikr]

I think guys need to start being told that the CDFP should be FIRST.. It tends to slip down the list and forgotten.. Once they forget, they come here asking for advice on the next cool exhaust system and valve stem led's...

[dhsieh911018]

FP internal should be your first mod.

[EdgeAutosport.com]

@helmetfail Thanks for the mention.


OP we over here at Edge will get you hooked up.

[evilgrin]

This has been discussed at least a thousand times. Seems like the logical order is as follows:

Very first: prolific use of the search engine, then:
1) AP
2) fuel pump
3) SRI or CAI
(RMM in here at some point)
4) downpipe or test pipe
5) quality tuning
6) and on and on..........

[SofaKingAwesome]

first couple posts are pure win, brownies helping brownies.

[Shwine617]

Wow, hats off to this forum!..
I didn't expect a huge positive response so fast, so thanks to all.

Ok, I can figure most of this out but some of the abbreviations are throwing me off.
I am not trying to make a drag car out of this or anything, just want to free up some of that hidden power that I feel is being restricted.

I don't plan on upping the boost just yet, so I think I can wait for the BPV.

Here's a small list I'll put together of the info everyone shared:

Short Ram Intake/ Turbo Inlet Pipe - I was looking into these, but there are many different companies and styles.

FP internals - I see this is an internal fuel pump upgrade. same as CDFP I assume?

AP - Cobb Access Port ? Seems like a good tuner.

Downpipe/test pipe - any brand in particular?

I'm not trying to spend a million dollars, but I don't mind spending the money where I need to. I do have some corksport parts on my mx-6 and they always seem to have quality products.

Someone I know is selling a CP-E Stage 1 60a rear mount and Forge V1 BPV for $125. thoughts?

Thanks again guys!

[J_Logik]

Originally Posted by Shwine617 Wow, hats off to this forum!.. I didn't expect a huge positive response so fast, so thanks to all. Ok, I can figure most of this out but some of the abbreviations are throwing me off. I am not trying to make a drag car out of this or anything, just want to free up some of that hidden power that I feel is being restricted. I don't plan on upping the boost just yet, so I think I can wait for the BPV. Here's a small list I'll put together of the info everyone shared: Short Ram Intake/ Turbo Inlet Pipe - I was looking into these, but there are many different companies and styles. FP internals - I see this is an internal fuel pump upgrade. same as CDFP I assume? AP - Cobb Access Port ? Seems like a good tuner. Downpipe/test pipe - any brand in particular? I'm not trying to spend a million dollars, but I don't mind spending the money where I need to. I do have some corksport parts on my mx-6 and they always seem to have quality products. Someone I know is selling a CP-E Stage 1 60a rear mount and Forge V1 BPV for $125. thoughts? Thanks again guys!

Ok so your going down the right path....

Short Ram Intake/ Turbo Inlet Pipe -all companies are good but it seems most use Corksport, then Cobb, then Cp-e, then Sure then everything else.

FP Internals...yes your assumption is correct.

AP = Cobb Access Port: Very good and vital. There is much to read at Cobb's site regarding this tuning device but you can also learn a lot from Abilor's guide here (it's a sticky), look for it.

Downpipe/test pipe - You don't necessarily need both at the outset....test pipe is more than adequate to get some noticable gains...BUT should basically only be done after everything else above, as far as brands see SRI-TIP manufacturers again.

You should have the RMM (Rear Motor Mount) as a higher priority than the exhaust changes. It's cheap, stops engine movement and enhances traction for all the power you are hoping to add!!! Brands - James Barone, Cp-e, Sure...

Ok enough basics .....you're going to have to put in some hours searching......and reading!!

Have fun and welcome!!!

[blue 2011]

Went to the edgeautosport site but could not find the sri tip rmm package i was looking for the price

[Acedelgado]

Originally Posted by blue 2011 Went to the edgeautosport site but could not find the sri tip rmm package i was looking for the price

Check Edge's forum in the sponsors section, there's a thread about it in there.

[rghispanic88]

InB4 TROLL

[Vansquish]

Originally Posted by Shwine617 Hello Everyone, My name is Cory and I have a 2010 MS3. I am new to the site, but I'm not some newb when it comes to performance as I have an MX6 race car. I have searched through the stickies and found some great info. Most of them just list the different brand/parts and not specifically which ones work best or together. I drive the car every day, so I'm not trying to go too crazy, but I can feel the poor car is under a lot of restriction. Basically I don't want to buy a specific brand part and replace it soon after because it wasn't the best choice. I am a certified mechanic, so doing the work is not a problem, I just want to get the right stuff the first time. I was looking into a BPV, intake, and exhaust. Feel free to comment or share suggestions. I know there has probably been similar threads, so I really appreciate your time and input. Hopefully I don't get thrashed too bad.. lol

Your first mod should be (and I kid you not), donate the this forum so that you can gain access to the VIP section with its wealth of knowledge, the For Sale section, and various other odds and ends.

So...here's what I would suggest for your daily driver-MS3:

1. Donate
2. AccessPort
3. Autotech HPFP internals (yes, CDFP)
4. SRI (Short Ram Intake) - brand doesn't really matter as long as there's a MAF straightener and you calibrate your tune accordingly.
5. Downpipe - Again, it doesn't matter too much which brand you go with. There are a number of people on here with good gains on cheap M2 Ebay downpipes.

With those mods and a decent tune, you'll feel some VERY noticeable gains performance- and fuel economy-wise (if you can stay out of boost hehe).

[emag remrofni]

You can have a lot of fun with an intake and AP. Throw on a RMM and romp on it. FP internals won't be a necessity until you start opening up the exhaust stream but it wouldn't be a bad idea to invest in them to be safe.

[Chimmike]

All I read was "I read the stickies and they didn't tell me what I wanted, which is someone to hold my hand and tell me which part to buy"

Fucking decide for yourself. Another useless fucking repetitive thread from a genpoo.