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    wat should i do to it first to make it drive better a little bit more power
    as i dont know much about these motors

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    to the forums
    the 2 biggest restrictions to a gen 1 is the airbox and dump pipe
    seeing as you're in brisbane, i suggest that you go talk to troy/2XS, he'll be able to help you out with the dump pipe
    http://www.ozmpsclub.com/forum/2xs-r...tml#post137949
    as for the airbox, you can either get a SRI/CAI for it, or do the "airbox mod" which involves cutting a hole in the side of the airbox
    http://www.mpsgarage.com.au/shop/sea...1--intake.html
    last "easy" option is either a front mount intercooler, or a new top mount
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    A rear engine mount will go well too.
    also a short shift plate (troy has these)
    Have fun!

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    Welcome to the Forum, what side of Brisbane do you live...

    Haltech Tune, Sports Exhaust and Mod Airbox has put me on 189KWATW / 483.9NM / 250Hp at the wheels....

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    Hi there rowan and

    What can't you do! There are plenty of mods to be done to the MPS to get a little or a lot more power, it all comes down to budget really. Basically, intake and exhaust are typical modifications that can be changed from factory to increase flow, reduce resistance and create more usable power. More advanced mods include turbo modifications, intercoolers, & tune. If you were to chase modifying for performance, may I suggest considering a decent handling set-up to obtain more usable power to the road and encourange less body roll and more flatness around corners. Like I said, it depends on budget.

    Although I have a 6MPS you're welcome to see my RR (see my signature and click) thread to get an idea on some typical mods. I have taken the time to create the thread with pictures and descriptions of all the work carried out along with a few price estimates. It's a bit long so if you wish, just read my comments and write-ups to get the basic info.

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    Welcome

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    just be aware of warranty issues with certain mods. most bolt on stuff should be fine however.

    I have an 08 MPS3 as well and the first thing I did was a rear engine mount. I've modded my stock airbox as well.

    Rear sway bar is also a good idea

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    What benifit has the rear engine mount got?

    I got a 2008 MPS3 too

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    Quote Originally Posted by buzurk View Post
    What benifit has the rear engine mount got?

    I got a 2008 MPS3 too
    Lots of info on this in the forums mate.

    As a starting point, see:

    http://www.ozmpsclub.com/forum/how-t...pressions.html

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    http://www.ozmpsclub.com/forum/tech-...installed.html
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    Quote Originally Posted by langer5489 View Post
    A rear engine mount will go well too.
    I'd suggest start here!

    But also, perhaps a CES Racing SRI as well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by buzurk View Post
    What benifit has the rear engine mount got?

    I got a 2008 MPS3 too
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    im on the northside caboolture

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    Quote Originally Posted by rowan6012 View Post
    im on the northside caboolture
    The good side of town I see, well your close to some great tuners from Allstar Tuning in Brendale and Jake who races the MPS 3 and runs the Caboolture Mazda or the motorsport side of things in Narangba....
    The boys will look after all OzMpsClub members with discounts just mention your from the club.....

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    i brought the car off jake brought a few from him i live in narangba also work at burson auto parts to

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    http://www.ozmpsclub.com/forum/club-...rd-cruise.html

    http://www.ozmpsclub.com/forum/club-...ov-2010-a.html



    That's great to here, we have a cruise coming up on the 21st of November and Allstar Tuning have a road event on the 20th of November if your keen... and meet some members...
    Last edited by 240MPS; 03-11-2010 at 10:51 PM.

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    Welcome.....hope to see you on the next cruise. Mod wise, can't go past an intake (SRI or CAI, take your pick) and SSP to start with as well as the CP-e engine mount. As SarcasticOne said, definelty PM 2XS (Troy) for more info as he's a site supporter (2XS Racing) and local QLDer
    Last edited by steinez; 04-11-2010 at 01:56 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rowan6012 View Post
    wat should i do to it first to make it drive better a little bit more power
    as i dont know much about these motors
    Work out a budget and a plan for your mods. Where do you want to go? Fuel econ, cruising, circuit/track, drags, quicker street car?

    Performance mods vs handling mods.

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    yeah man im there mate get to meet new people

    ---------- Post added at 07:19 AM ---------- Previous post was at 07:02 AM ----------

    thanks for every ones help ordered all the stuff that you s recomonded

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    Hey Rowan, had a meeting with Jake this morning for the Baton Relay and dropped in to your work and had a look around didn't want to disturb you or get you in trouble????? saw the clean car outside mine was looking worse for wear, hopefully catch up on the 21st of November cruise......

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    tru nice yeah shes all ways nice and clean yeah we will catch up on 21 st

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