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Old 12-08-2006, 07:11 PM
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Between the two, I would say get the Volks. FI would void your warranty, would it not?

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Old 12-08-2006, 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by FairladyZX
looks is everything these dayz.....the rest will come later

How many races are won by looks?
Old 12-08-2006, 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by TIMMAHH
Do them both and pay it off while you enjoy them.
Why would you suggest somebody go into debt for something frivilous versus saving up and paying cash?

Worst advice ever.
Old 12-08-2006, 08:07 PM
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Yea it would probably void the warranty if it was brought to blame....which it more than likely be.
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most people on here are raising good points. the warranty is a big thing.. also the rims are gonna be a lot cheaper. You better understand how much you're gonna spend when you go turbo. at first i thought i just buy a turbo kit. then i saw a used one with a full exhaust for 4000. so i got that. i was thinking damn i got 2 mods for a good deal. Next i had to buy an engine management system (nobody will touch anything like emanage anymore) so you end up spending 700+ on that. Oh.. i might need a return fuel system, turbo timer, Map sensor, Gauges, Boost Controller, a Tune. hmm i'm sure there is more i am not thinking of right now. oh.. you'll have to recharge your AC, change your oil, umm lemme think what else.... lol. Oh you'll need a larger fuel pump. umm.. you get what i'm saying by now.??

5,000 turns into 6,000 which then turns into 7,000 then you need this and all of a sudden you've spent over 8,000 dollars for a turbo. haha then you risk blowing your engine or messing up your transmission which adds even more. Just think about it really long and hard before you decide.
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Originally Posted by Lo$t
most people on here are raising good points. the warranty is a big thing.. also the rims are gonna be a lot cheaper. You better understand how much you're gonna spend when you go turbo. at first i thought i just buy a turbo kit. then i saw a used one with a full exhaust for 4000. so i got that. i was thinking damn i got 2 mods for a good deal. Next i had to buy an engine management system (nobody will touch anything like emanage anymore) so you end up spending 700+ on that. Oh.. i might need a return fuel system, turbo timer, Map sensor, Gauges, Boost Controller, a Tune. hmm i'm sure there is more i am not thinking of right now. oh.. you'll have to recharge your AC, change your oil, umm lemme think what else.... lol. Oh you'll need a larger fuel pump. umm.. you get what i'm saying by now.??

5,000 turns into 6,000 which then turns into 7,000 then you need this and all of a sudden you've spent over 8,000 dollars for a turbo. haha then you risk blowing your engine or messing up your transmission which adds even more. Just think about it really long and hard before you decide.

Well I think my mind is made up....looking like Volks...
Old 12-09-2006, 03:16 PM
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Order your Volks. By the time they get here on the slow boat from wherever and stopping everywhere, you'll have some good money saved toward your FI.
Old 12-09-2006, 09:49 PM
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why is it everyone wants volks damn
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im F/I now and i was sliding around with the stock rims before boost. i got 10 wide on the back now and moved 9 in the front. i got alot better control cuz it can fish tail. but if i had stock rims i would hate driving her boosted. traction will be an issue so do buy her some nice shoes first and then boost.
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Originally Posted by Lo$t
most people on here are raising good points. the warranty is a big thing.. also the rims are gonna be a lot cheaper. You better understand how much you're gonna spend when you go turbo. at first i thought i just buy a turbo kit. then i saw a used one with a full exhaust for 4000. so i got that. i was thinking damn i got 2 mods for a good deal. Next i had to buy an engine management system (nobody will touch anything like emanage anymore) so you end up spending 700+ on that. Oh.. i might need a return fuel system, turbo timer, Map sensor, Gauges, Boost Controller, a Tune. hmm i'm sure there is more i am not thinking of right now. oh.. you'll have to recharge your AC, change your oil, umm lemme think what else.... lol. Oh you'll need a larger fuel pump. umm.. you get what i'm saying by now.??

5,000 turns into 6,000 which then turns into 7,000 then you need this and all of a sudden you've spent over 8,000 dollars for a turbo. haha then you risk blowing your engine or messing up your transmission which adds even more. Just think about it really long and hard before you decide.
Very well put, this is what I was trying to decide and now $15,000 later anfter a blown motor that would have been covered under my 100k mi warranty I am somewhat regretting it. But I got my turbo right.

Think it through. I will be the first to say if you can't afford the blown motor and the down time, don't do it.
Old 12-10-2006, 10:47 AM
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wheels and tires = $3500

turbo + install = $7000 and this is without a built motor.

just make sure if you go turbo you're ready for your motor to blow. then you'll need another 5 to 7 grand in that case. if you're not ready for that type of financial commitment. if you're not then just buy the wheels.
Old 12-10-2006, 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Nexx
wheels and tires = $3500

turbo + install = $7000 and this is without a built motor.

just make sure if you go turbo you're ready for your motor to blow. then you'll need another 5 to 7 grand in that case. if you're not ready for that type of financial commitment. if you're not then just buy the wheels.
I would estimate a TT setup (non-built) to be more along the lines of 10k +-.
Old 12-10-2006, 01:13 PM
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Wheels and atleast springs to make people ooogle over your car. Then FI to put the finishing touches on it. Thats what I did. I think it's the best sequence

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