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#1 of 507 As Requested, This Topic... by bonnie_rick Mar 29, 2000 (4:29 pm)
is where members can post their feelings on, and suggest modifications of our cars Enjoy those mods! Bonnie Rick Town Hall Community Manager, Edmunds.com
#2 of 507 by stageleft Mar 29, 2000 (8:03 pm)
Well, there has been talk of all kinds of modifications we have available for the Cougar out there, this is the place for CSGer's to discuss them. 1) Exhaust 2) Intake 3) Chip 4) Brakes 5) Superchargers 6) Katskin Leather (recently mentioned) 7) White-faced gauges 8) Headers 9) Body Kits 10) Tires & Wheels That's all I can think of that the aftermarket offers right now, but certainly that's not the end of the list. If anyone has any particular feelings towards these modifications, by all means - kick it up!
#3 of 507 by dgemini Apr 02, 2000 (9:50 pm)
So far there are three mods to the Cougar that are the most popular. They are.... 1. Intake: *KKM true rev induction intake kit. 2. Exhaust: *Borla dual exhaust *Resonator removal and aftermarket muffler *Custom dual exhaust. 3. Engine: Superchip I have the KKM True Rev Induction intake, resonator removal, and aftermarket muffler. I am happy with the results. I installed the aftermarket muffler first. I was happy with the way the engine revved. It seemed to rev freer and more easily. Then I added the KKM. The engine really seemed to pull a little better, but their was a loud sucking sound that came from the engine that overpowered the sound of the engine itself. It was a little annoying to me. Lastly I removed the resonator and Purrrrfect! All the engine noise that was under the hood moved to the exhaust. My engine now has a race car sound that I love. AND it sounds almost exactly like the Borla dual exhaust! Once I completed all three mods I noticed that my engine revs more freely and appears to hit the rev limiter effortlessy. All three of these mods combined for a grand total of around 250.00 bucks! Gotta love it. I am thinking about a custom dual exhaust because I don't want to have to pay the 500-600 bucks for the Borla. Good luck!
#4 of 507 by fredly Apr 03, 2000 (2:53 am)
Just for change I put my Stock intake back on, in place of the KKM, I also have the Borla dual, Aside from the sound difference, there is a noticable performance difference, especially top-end, I normally down shift 5-4 for passing I tried it today, and boy I felt slugglish. KKM will go back on after my dealer visit. E-
#5 of 507 Resonator removal by bobschm Apr 03, 2000 (12:58 pm)
Since I don't have the funds for a Borla, I'm considering getting the resonator removed. How do I go about finding someone to do this? Am I better off going to an exhaust specialist, a chain (Meinike, Midas, etc.), or a local gas station mechanic?
#6 of 507 by badulah Apr 03, 2000 (1:15 pm)
Bobschm: Any muffler shop should be able to do this for you. The removal is a simple chore and should not be a problem for anyone with exhaust installation experience.
#7 of 507 K&N filter by krnch Apr 05, 2000 (12:59 pm)
I'm thinking about getting the drop-in K&N filter. Would I need to reset the computer (by disconnecting the positive battery terminal) so that it can adjust to any changes in air intake? I know that the KKM true rev kit is more efficient at getting air into the engine, but I'm not sure I want the increased sound level.
#8 of 507 by badulah Apr 05, 2000 (1:09 pm)
Krnch I don't believe you will have to reset the computer. The drop in filter is used in the stock air box, so the intake conditions will not be changed. The drop in filter will not improve your performance, but will save you money in the long run on filters. If your looking for performance, the KKM intake system is your answer.
#9 of 507 Performance gain? by krnch Apr 05, 2000 (1:16 pm)
On the drop-in K&N filter packaging, all kinds of performance gain claims are made. They call it a "filter charger" and claim that gas mileage and hp will increase due to less restricted air flow throught the filter media compared to conventional air filters. Is this a bunch of BS?
#10 of 507 by badulah Apr 05, 2000 (2:00 pm)
What gain could a drop in filter possibly provide? If this were the case, don't you think the manufacturers of these cars would use them stock? It's a bunch of crapola. If I were you I would check out the "Bolt on mods, more horses or more bull topic". We have discussed these filters and their claims a few months back. If you read over the posts, i'm sure you will be convinced. Sorry to burst your bubble.

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