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Replying to: blk97aurora (Aug 01, 2005 6:56 pm) 1) It would appear that KYBs are definitely not an option for the '97 Aurora. Are you happy with the SensaTracs? I've read many posts that claim that they are not as good as KYBs. 2) Will probably use the STS anti-sway bar in the rear and RSM strut tower bar in the front. 3) Wish I could find 2001-3003 Aurora rims. I'll probably end up with 18" rims and 255/45ZR18 performance tires. 20" rims are insane!!! 4) Thanks for the tip on the RSM air induction system. Will look into the airbox mod option. As far as lower restriction exhaust is concerned - I've given up on that one. Simply not enough info here or elsewhere indicating the size of piping, noise levels or even how the heck people have adapted exhaust systems to fit the Aurora. I personally called Corsa, Flowmaster & MagnaFlow. ALL have categorily stated that they do NOT carry anything for the '97 Aurora. 5) I love chrome. However, chrome may not stand out in my champagne colored Aurora. 6) I agree. I love the styling of the Classic - front and back. I was shocked when I first saw a 2001. Very basic looks for a luxury car. Great if you don't like to stand out in a crowd. Like the new instrument panel though. Colin
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Replying to: colin_banfield (Aug 04, 2005 12:09 pm) You are welcome. 1) I am not unhappy with the sensatracs. They are probably not as good as the KYBs, but I have no way to compare them. I expect the sensatracs are about like the stock struts; and they are much better than my stock struts with 98,000 miles on them. I wanted something a bit "sportier," but I could not find it. 2) If you install the RSM strut tower brace, I'd be interested in your experience with it. 3) I was extremely lucky. I won an eBay auction for four 2001 Aurora 17" wheels for $202 plus $68 shipping; they were virtually perfect condition. GM list for one is about $550. In my earlier post I forgot to mention the autobahn 3.71 final drive. If your Classic is not an autobahn, the ratio is 3.48. Several people have posted about retrofitting the lower gearing (higher numerically), but I do not know if anyone has successfully done it. The cost may be prohibitive. Les |
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Replying to: blk97aurora (Aug 04, 2005 4:43 pm) Just rummaged through some old posts. I'm sure that I've looked at these posts about three or four times already but now I'm interested in the Corsa cat-back system for the STS. However, I can't seem to find the mods required to mount on the classic. Can you help? Also, couldn't find the airbox mods at caddyinfo. This is what happens when you come into the forums a few years late!! Also, any thoughts on a high flow cat converter? Do they increase emissions? Colin
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Replying to: colin_banfield (Aug 04, 2005 5:50 pm) Any thoughts anyone?
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Replying to: colin_banfield (Aug 04, 2005 7:46 pm) My guess is that this product is no less restrictive than stock Classic with the airbox mods and K&N filter element. It would need to suck air from the same place as stock; if not, then the air will be much hotter than ambient. Measurements I have made with my scan tool show intake air temp to be 9 to 11 degrees F. higher than DIC outside temp display when traveling at 55 mph and the coolant temp at 200. Intake air temp rises about 1 degree for every 2 degrees the coolant temp goes up. With car at rest or creeping in traffic on a hot day, I have seen the intake air temp over 170 degrees. IIRC the rule of thumb is 1% loss in power for every 10 degrees F increse in temp. Les |
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Replying to: colin_banfield (Aug 04, 2005 5:50 pm) Here's the link to Greg Garnes' airbox mod on caddyinfo.com: http://caddyinfo.onedgesolutions.com/dyno/4airboxtest.htm Greg and I were exploring the same thing at the same time. He did a nice job of getting his work published. I still want to get a better path to outside air from the front. I've tried to find a path, but have not come up with anything workable. I thought maybe removing the driver side fog light would provide a path; when I pulled it out, I found that cutting the panel behind the fog light would be required and I did not want to do that. An under-the-bumper scoop like the 1968-1969 Olds 4-4-2 W30s would work, but lessen clearance. Hood scoops might work, but I am not going to hack my hood except for something very tasteful, which I haven't seen yet. I've reached the limit of my knowledge about exhaust mods, so I can't help you there. Les |
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Hi. I'm new to this group. Got my 97 with 150,000 km last winter, now at 175,000. Replaced the plugs with AC Delco like everyone advises. Still some roughness but usually smooth and efficient on the highway (I commute 210 km). I plan to replace plug wires and maybe coils. 1. Do I have to use Delco wires, or does anything else work? 2. What are good choices for replacement coils? 3. Has anyone used the Optima R performance module available on eBay? I don't race, just looking for improved power and hopefully fuel economy at cruise. 4. My front suspension needs replacement. My goals are - firm but not harsh shocks - reduced roll in turns - reduced nose-dive What should I look for? 5. Are there steel rims available for winter tires? I'm in Canada where winter tires are a necessity and alloys may be damaged by road salt and low temperatures. Thanks for any advice.
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Replying to: maac8124 (Aug 05, 2005 7:54 am) Dunno about steel rims. They are heavier and are worse handling than alloys. I live in Ottawa where we get a fair dump of snow, low temperatures and salt over the winter. The stock alloys on my '97 still look like new (at least on the outside). From now on these will be my winter rims with Michelin X-ICE 215/65R16 tires. For other seasons I'm getting 18" rims and performance tires. Colin
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Replying to: colin_banfield (Aug 05, 2005 11:12 am) Thanks for the suspension info. Your idea to get another set of alloys and keep one set for winter makes sense. I'll look into that. |
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