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Old 01-23-2011, 02:21 PM
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Hey all. I'm new to the forum, but have had my Monte for almost a year and a half now. I have a 1996 Monte Carlo LS with a 3.1 V6. 176k miles on it. I'm not one who knows a whole lot about cars, but joined to learn more and hopefully get some more out of my car. I've loaded my car with audio, so now I am looking to do some upgrades to my car. A little back asswards, I know. Just wanting some input from you guys here on the forum as to what I should do for upgrades to my car. Thanks!
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 02:26 PM
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Welcome... You'll find great people and great info here...
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 02:39 PM
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Thank you! Do you have any suggestions for some upgrades?
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 02:43 PM
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I would start with the breathing (CAI) & a good hi-performance exaust...
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 02:55 PM
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Welcome. I have a write up in the how to section on how to make a good fenderwell intake for the 5th gens. You wont find an aftermarket catback system for your car. Your best bet would be to find a dual exhaust off a Z34 and maybe add different mufflers and exhaust tips. Either that or have an exhaust shop fab up something for you.
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 03:04 PM
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welcome to the forum, i have the same exhaust year a model type too, but i have a cai, and a glasspack. i also have audio, but im dealing with a head gasket right now
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 03:26 PM
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Welcome. There are all kinds of great ideas here.
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 05:10 PM
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welcome!
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 06:47 PM
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Welcome! I have the same car, same interests, but different year.
 
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Old 01-23-2011, 10:18 PM
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Welcome and post pics when you can.
 


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