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97-03 Malibu customization and parts success

15 messages,  Last post on Apr 02, 2008 at 2:50 PM

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#13 of 15 Re: Supercharged [babybu] by unclestick

Apr 02, 2008 (11:06 am)

Replying to: babybu (Mar 15, 2008 5:23 pm)
let me know how this super-charger swap out works for you.....i too am interested in hi-po 3.1 parts!!!! i was told to put a 3.4 in place of 3.1, for more h.p.(?) got any ideas, how to "go fast" w/ 3.1??? thanks: rick.

#14 of 15 Re: body grnd/fx.& hi-po parts???('99 3.1) [unclestick] by babybu

Apr 02, 2008 (2:46 pm)

Replying to: unclestick (Apr 02, 2008 10:45 am)
yes, there is actually an extensive list of body kits for a 1999-2003 malibu. check http://www.andysautosport.com tehre are also some nice body kits on ebay. performance mods.... you can get a short ram intake for a 3.1 that will add about 9 hp to your engine. and, of course, you can also consider NOS (i wouldnt do anymore than a 50-75 shot though) and, when you say "worth the money" thats a relative term. if you are willing to put 5 G's more into performance mods, you can get a supercharger that will add about 200 hp. and THAT, my friend.. will make your mali "hall butt!"
 
i hope you found this information helpful
 
(intakes and superchargers also available at andys autosport.)
 
-Jeremy

#15 of 15 Re: body grnd/fx.& hi-po parts???('99 3.1) [unclestick] by babybu

Apr 02, 2008 (2:50 pm)

Replying to: unclestick (Apr 02, 2008 10:45 am)
and as far as computer issues, you can either completely remove the governer. (which is probably illegal on te street) or you can have it, as well as RPMs tuned up at a shop. i personally wouldnt swap a 3.1 for any other motor, simply because, if the engine you are swapping doesnt fit the exact same bolt holes and sizes in the engine well, then you will run into some serious cash issues with custom fabrication. dont get me wrong, it CAN be done... but the funds have to be there. i was going to fit my 99 mali with a skyline engine, but my body man said he could do it for $25,000 so i was like oooookayy....no.
 
Happy Modding!

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