Goal with my car and need some help getting there
#11
05-26-2012, 02:46 PM
Boosted would be easier depending on your budget.I think the mods you have listed should get you into the 14s with a good launch and most definitely a tune.
Can't wait to see your progress with your Monte. Be sure to keep us posted 
#13
05-26-2012, 04:28 PM
You are close to Phili & I'm sure there has to be some good shops in your area...I hope our member's in your area reads your thread & post the best place in your area..
What's you Mod Budget ? "$"
What is your target ET/Speed ?
Keep check'in back & I'd search for car clubs in your area
that could also help...Good Luck
that could also help...Good Luck
#14
05-27-2012, 09:16 AM
You remind me of exactly where I was 6 years ago with my Monte. I had installed a whole bunch of stuff, GT1 cam, stage 1 t/b, wp udp, 2.5" catback exhaust, fwi, and a few other odds and ends and I ran a 14.94. With a tune, I was able to run a 14.67, and then with a few more things and a set of TOG headers, I was able to run a 14.43@95mph.
With that said, if you go with a top swap, and a mod or two, you'll run high 13's easily, cheaper, and almost just as reliable. 3800's typically don't trap high mph times due probably to their low end torque and gearing. Plus, 14 second 1/4 mile times aren't really impressive, even 6 years ago nobody really cared that a heavily modified 3800 (my Monte) could pass a fox body Mustang. Nowadays, you really need to run at least low 13's/high 12's to be impressive.
With all that said, I highly recommend that you save up for boost. It costs more up front, but the gains that you will get from them will be MUCH more cost effective and instead of running 14's, you could run 11's.
With that said, if you go with a top swap, and a mod or two, you'll run high 13's easily, cheaper, and almost just as reliable. 3800's typically don't trap high mph times due probably to their low end torque and gearing. Plus, 14 second 1/4 mile times aren't really impressive, even 6 years ago nobody really cared that a heavily modified 3800 (my Monte) could pass a fox body Mustang. Nowadays, you really need to run at least low 13's/high 12's to be impressive.
With all that said, I highly recommend that you save up for boost. It costs more up front, but the gains that you will get from them will be MUCH more cost effective and instead of running 14's, you could run 11's.
#16
05-27-2012, 10:38 AM
You remind me of exactly where I was 6 years ago with my Monte. I had installed a whole bunch of stuff, GT1 cam, stage 1 t/b, wp udp, 2.5" catback exhaust, fwi, and a few other odds and ends and I ran a 14.94. With a tune, I was able to run a 14.67, and then with a few more things and a set of TOG headers, I was able to run a 14.43@95mph.
With that said, if you go with a top swap, and a mod or two, you'll run high 13's easily, cheaper, and almost just as reliable. 3800's typically don't trap high mph times due probably to their low end torque and gearing. Plus, 14 second 1/4 mile times aren't really impressive, even 6 years ago nobody really cared that a heavily modified 3800 (my Monte) could pass a fox body Mustang. Nowadays, you really need to run at least low 13's/high 12's to be impressive.
With all that said, I highly recommend that you save up for boost. It costs more up front, but the gains that you will get from them will be MUCH more cost effective and instead of running 14's, you could run 11's.
With that said, if you go with a top swap, and a mod or two, you'll run high 13's easily, cheaper, and almost just as reliable. 3800's typically don't trap high mph times due probably to their low end torque and gearing. Plus, 14 second 1/4 mile times aren't really impressive, even 6 years ago nobody really cared that a heavily modified 3800 (my Monte) could pass a fox body Mustang. Nowadays, you really need to run at least low 13's/high 12's to be impressive.
With all that said, I highly recommend that you save up for boost. It costs more up front, but the gains that you will get from them will be MUCH more cost effective and instead of running 14's, you could run 11's.
#17
05-29-2012, 08:32 AM
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The good thing about boost and these engines is that you can safely do it. It can still be a DD with reliability even when boosted
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