Getting serious about a FMIC, need options... - Page 3

**Kracka** · 04-28-2005

I just checked, and SLS's 2G kit is only $700 and that includes everything you need.

howslowcanyougo · 04-28-2005

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Originally Posted by S2kracka

I just checked, and SLS's 2G kit is only $700 and that includes everything you need.

Wow, kinda looks like the same FMIC as that Ebay one for $210?

Hmmm.....?

Thanks much for the info!

slowbubblecar · 04-29-2005

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Originally Posted by howslowcanyougo

So it looks like the FMIC wins over a Supra sidemount then?

Ok so what do you all think of getting this used Apexi front mount core with tanks for $300.00, any major issues with mounting/piping a Apexi?

TIA.....

Howie

What turbp you plan on using? If you stay with the 16g, the supra will be fine. I used a supra ic on my talon with a 20g and I don't think I was heating it too much. I only ran 19psi pump also though. I thought is was a pretty easy install but I guess some have had issues. All that needs to be done with it is to make the top ic pipe hole bigger. You could also go with the big greddy FMIC kits. THey go for pretty cheap used. I got my whole kit for $400 and it was in good shape. It is the long route piping but it will be easier to install. It took me a few hours to put mine on.

**Halon** · 04-29-2005

I agree with Chris, I don't think you can go wrong with the SLS kit for that cheap. I didn't realise they were so cheap now!

**Kracka** · 04-29-2005

I like how the big GReddy kit looks, and it should be really easy to install. If you can find a used one for $400 like stated above go that route, otherwise that SLS is looking good.

Jakey · 04-29-2005

Ya know, there are so damn many FMIC kits out there that it really makes choosing hard, obviously. The SLS kits look good, but so does the SBR/Kinetic kit, as well as the Dv/Dt, but then there's the Buschur kit. What about the JR cores on eBay and fabbing your own piping? JR's cores have been receiving great reviews by people. It's all where you want to spend your $$$....

howslowcanyougo · 04-29-2005

Check this "total complete install kit" for 1 OR 2 G's for $480.00 off "tunerz" here:

http://www.dsmtuners.com/classifieds...1&cat=7&page=1

More pics here:

http://www.clubmitsubishi.com/cool.htm

Unless it's a total piece of crap, you can't go wrong you'd think???

**Kracka** · 04-29-2005

That is a fairly cheap looking kit to me plus doesn't even including piping all the way to the throttle body. I'd spend the extra $220 for the SLS kit since with that cheap one you'd still need to buy a hard UICP.

howslowcanyougo · 04-29-2005

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Originally Posted by S2kracka

I'd spend the extra $220 for the SLS kit since with that cheap one you'd still need to buy a hard UICP.

But I already have a hard UICP!

Guess the REAL advantage of going with SLS, in my case, is their reputation of not selling crap!

**Kracka** · 04-29-2005

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Originally Posted by howslowcanyougo

But I already have a hard UICP!

I did not know that. That cheap core/kit from Toonerz should be fine for a 16G. Just remember to get a J-pipe with a 90* bend towards the driver's side at the bottom to connect with that lower piping.

howslowcanyougo · 04-29-2005

I'm getting REAL serious about this unit here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=42610

Any objections?

TIA..........

**JET** · 04-29-2005

2 1/4" LICP is the only real problem. You could have one installed for the same price from a local shop too, with 2.5" SS piping.

Onefast99gsx · 04-29-2005

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Originally Posted by howslowcanyougo

I'm getting REAL serious about this unit here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=42610

Any objections?

TIA..........

Thats pretty how the style of mine is with the pipe routing. I like it. It WILL allow you to keep your fogs too.

**JET** · 04-29-2005

Oh yeah, that will be long route piping so you need to upgrade the upper and lower stock pipes also.

**Kracka** · 04-29-2005

I like that GReddy, get it!

john · 04-30-2005

Do plan on installing this yourself? Last I remember, you had QPR install an EGT gauge for you. If that is the case, I think a FMIC is a bit over your head. It is not difficult, just a little more time consuming. I have installed several FMICs and I would never take on a custom unit yet (welder will be up soon though...). You would have to find out how the IC will fit, weld mounting brackets on the IC, and then worry about the piping. I would go with a gready kit as even ghettostyle could install it. The kits are made and guarenteed to fit. Unless you have an experienced shop or person do it for you, it will probly look like a hack job. Call Mike if you want custom, order a kit otherwise. Just my opinion.

howslowcanyougo · 04-30-2005

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Originally Posted by Carlos

Last I remember, you had QPR install an EGT gauge for you. If that is the case, I think a FMIC is a bit over your head. It is not difficult, just a little more time consuming.

Thanks for the advise, but let me clarify...

QPR did NOT install a EGT " gauge for me, <come'on I'm not THAT Lame>, instead of risking metal shavings floating around in my turbo, due to a on car tap for the EGT probe, I was advised to have the entire manifold removed so Mike could install and weld in the EGT probes real female insert, as well as do a factory look cut to the heat shield. They also replaced a missing turbo gasket, that was a hidden issue.

QPR Tapped the manifold very professionaly for me, I then "installed the gauge"

However to your point I am not a welder, machinist, nor even a GOOD wrench, I do what I can when I can and only when I feel it's not too far over my head.

Not that my car is the fastest or "blingyist" at all, BUT it still is the nicest "thing" I've ever owned, and being that I paid $11,000 for it, am still making payments, I'm certainly not ashamed of hiring a pro to help me out when I don't understand it vs totaly fucking it up!

That is also why this cars "uptime" has been 99+%, where alot of "tinkerers" and dare I say HACKS have been "down" too often with some serious issues.

It's always been a fine line between stretching out, and "Doing it yourself" to learn, and just digging in and fucking it up to "burn". I maybe a bit gun shy, but I'll also be out on the street tonight, doing what I like best, DRIVING, and not in my garage with my head in my hands crying about my damm car!

<Hope not anyways, as I'm doing a oil change today, guess "something" could go wrong? Oh wait, Now I'm afraid, is QPR open to do oil changes? JUST KIDDING!>

Please Excuse the rant......:->

I will however think seriously about the Greddy kit.....

Raptor · 04-30-2005

That would be a large no on the oil change thing

Most anyone is capable of doing decent work. Just take your time, pay attention to detail and don't skimp on things that will bite you later and I know it will come out fine. As far as kits go, the SLS is a great deal. The ebay one will work as well. If cost is also a big issue, JET could probably hook you up as well pretty reasonable for custom and install.

slowbubblecar · 04-30-2005

If you get the greddy kit, you would need to reuse your upper i/c pipe and you might need to modify the bottom i/c pipe a little for the 16g. It was easy for me to install with no big problems or anything.

howslowcanyougo · 05-01-2005

After digging around here for days, think I may have found it!

http://www.extremeintercoolers.com/2g_7_kits.htm

This kit is 100% COMPLETE, has a nice core, is cheaper and requires very little bumper hacking! Thanks to all for the feedback. Going as "plug and play <not pray!>" as possible with this project!