free mod

[silverz28camaro]

what is the "free mod" that every one always states, is it the tb bypass or is there something more

[2001NBMZ28]

There's a few out there - IMO the free ram air (cutting out the lower part of the airbox) is the only one worth it, others may differ. Can you be more specific?

[el guapo]

The thing I've found with FREE mods is thier never good enough.
Example with the cutting out the bottom of your air box is for a couple hundred you'll want to get a cold air intake package, same with cuttin out and plugin the void box on the intake tube. Plus if you cut out the bottom youre suckin a holata hot air.

[bene]

The thing I've found with FREE mods is thier never good enough.
Example with the cutting out the bottom of your air box is for a couple hundred you'll want to get a cold air intake package, same with cuttin out and plugin the void box on the intake tube. Plus if you cut out the bottom youre suckin a holata hot air.

You're only sucking hot air if you're seating still in traffic... You'll eventually suck cold air w/ FRA when you're moving, granted FTRA or similar set ups might be more effective because it's enclosed.

[m6speed]

installuniversity.com

[blue02Z]

The thing I've found with FREE mods is thier never good enough.
Example with the cutting out the bottom of your air box is for a couple hundred you'll want to get a cold air intake package, same with cuttin out and plugin the void box on the intake tube. Plus if you cut out the bottom youre suckin a holata hot air.

free mods are worth it cause they only cost you a little time. the tb bypass and the FRA and the bump stop and drill mod all add up to help you. especially if you go into mods that really make a difference

[WS6 TA]

Someone please post ALL the free mods or put up a site that explain how to do it please!?!

[jd2002ss]

Like M6Speed said....installuniversity.com

[Sarge]

Modification Number One: Index Your Plugs
The next time you are doing a tune-up on your ride, be sure to
take note of this modification. By simply installing your plugs
in a particular way, you will pick up roughly 1 whp, dyno
proven time and time again.


As illustrated above, in order to perform this mod, mark the side
on which the "open end" of the spark plug faces. Proceed to install
them as you normally would, except when the plug is hand-tight
(that is, you've screwed it in without a ratchet as far as it'll go), use
your ratchet to tighten the plug until the open end of the plug,
faces the intake side of your cylinder head. That's it!
Modification Number Two: Insulate Fuel Lines
Under-hood engine heat is a serious performance robber in almost
all cars. Not only does the under-hood heat cause performance
loss by heating up the intake air, but it also causes
performance loss by heating up the fuel lines. Cooler fuel will
help cool the intake charge, as well as provide for a better
overall mixture.
In order to get this stolen power back, simply go down to your
local hardware store and purchase a roll of refrigerator and
air conditioning insulation. Wrap all of your under-hood fuel
lines with the insulation to keep the cool in, and the hot out.

Modification Number Three: Relocate IAT Sensor
In most fuel injected vehicles you will find a sensor that
measures intake air temperature. You will need to refer to your
factory service manual to find its location.
At any rate, it is very typical to find the IAT sensor mounted
inside the intake plenum that is very often heated heavily by
coolant and the cylinder head. This is fine of course, since
the original equipment manufacturer designed it to work this
way. However, there is a way to "trick" the engine computer
into thinking that the incoming air is a little cooler than it
really is, and therefore get the ECU to advance the timing a
small amount and increase fuel supply at the same time.
In most mildly modified vehicles, this will create a more
desirable fuel and ignition map and create a few extra
horsepower.
In order to perform this mod, simply locate the sensor and
remove it from the intake manifold. Fill in the hole with JB
weld and proceed to remount the sensor somewhere in the intake
arm. Seal everything up well, and you're done.
Modification Number Four: Synthetic Oil
In the past 3 years I have been running various types of oils
through my engines and have found that for the most part -
all oils are the same, power wise. However, Synthetic oils
definitely make more power over standard "dino" oils. In fact,
I have consistently seen anywhere from 2-3hp across the rev
range from using a true synthetic versus a standard oil.
Therefore, next time you change oils, switch to synthetic.
Even on a high mileage engine, it works wonders. It is also a
far better lubricant and protector of your engine.
Modification Number Five: Increase H2O Ratio In Coolant
If it weren't for corrosion and freezing concerns, automotive makers
would use pure water to cool your vehicle. Straight water cools
better than coolant any day of the week, and a cooler engine is
always going to produce more horsepower.
Instead of a typical half and half ratio, try 40/60. However,
NEVER use pure water, as this may cause premature corrosion which
will cause a costly repair bill. You may also try water wetter
to further enhance the effect, but be cautioned that water wetter
should only be used for track purposes.
Modification Number Six: Throttle Body Coolant Bypass
This one I saved for last, and for good reason. This is
perhaps one of the best modifications that you can do for
basically nothing. As you'll see in the dyno below, which
is of my Integra LS motor in a 92 Civic hatchback, before
and after: I got back almost 10ft-lbs of torque over
the entire rev range. 10ft-lbs that was present in the engine
when completely cool, but once at operating temperature was
no longer available. This is good for about 0.2 seconds in
the quarter mile in my particular vehicle - needless to say
I'm very pleased with this modification.