Where to go after basic bolt-ons

[priestblack]

Recently bought a 2015 PP and have since installed what seems to be the basic Bolt-ons: Intercooler, CAI, Downpipe, Axle-backs, catch can, and tune.

Trying to get a feel for what seems the most logical/effective upgrades from here. For one I need a better tune, currently have BAMA, but was also looking at a methenol kit from unleashed. I have no intention of a turbo upgrade so would this be an effective means of gaining power?

Other things I have in mind are upgraded spark plugs and a Turbosmart BOV. Not sure how necessary the turbosmart is outside of the VTA sound. I'm aware that it can handle higher boost than stock BOV but I have no idea if I'd be reaching that limit, whatever it is.

So just fishing for some feedback/discussion on what direction a person should go after basic bolt-ons and without a turbo upgrade.

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[Busser48]

Recently bought a 2015 PP and have since installed what seems to be the basic Bolt-ons: Intercooler, CAI, Downpipe, Axle-backs, catch can, and tune.

Trying to get a feel for what seems the most logical/effective upgrades from here. For one I need a better tune, currently have BAMA, but was also looking at a methenol kit from unleashed. I have no intention of a turbo upgrade so would this be an effective means of gaining power?

Other things I have in mind are upgraded spark plugs and a Turbosmart BOV. Not sure how necessary the turbosmart is outside of the VTA sound. I'm aware that it can handle higher boost than stock BOV but I have no idea if I'd be reaching that limit, whatever it is.

So just fishing for some feedback/discussion on what direction a person should go after basic bolt-ons and without a turbo upgrade.

Wastegate is your next logical step, not sure if Bama or torrie tune for that, I have actually had both companies when I was on the sct platform, I have now switched and gone with Cobb and adam at tune plus. Yes meth is a great route with full bolt ons, you can get close to 50rwhp from it V's same 93 mo meth. Another route you could do is skip meth and get aux fuel and e85, then you can be running 400/400. Not bad for a 4cyl

 

[nolezack]

Getting off BAMA tune will be a huge difference. Cobb pro tuned.

 

[okanizer3]

Any intentions to lower? I'd work on suspension, eliminate wheel hop, do some stuff to sure up shifting if you have a MT82, lots of options to upgrade lighting. I too am in the same boat. I did switch from a Bama tube to an unleashed tune by Torrie. World of difference. Below is a list of my mods to help you get an idea. Not planning on going with big turbo either.


Unleashed Tune
Mishimoto inter cooler kit with hot/cold side pipes
Turbo smart dual valve BOV
MBRP cat back exhaust system Race
MRT high flow catted downpipe
Roush Cold Air Intake
Steeda Throttle Body Spacer
Oil Catch Can Upr dvcc with boomba check valve
Ford Street lowering springs 1"
Ford track strut/shock package
Steeda Rear subframe support braces
Steeda Extreme G trac K Member Brace
Steeda differential red insert bushings
Steeda subframe alignment bushings
Boomba short throw shifter
Steeda shifter bracket
Steeda clutch spring
Boomba transmission bushing
Diode dynamics interior light upgrade
Diode dynamics front led switchback turn
signals and reverse LED bulb
Diode dynamics smoked led side markers
Denso pre gapped 1step colder spark plugs
Trans and rear fluid differential upgrade with BG Performance fluid.

 

[priestblack]

Thanks for the replys thus far

So an upgraded wastegate would smooth out my boost right? Whats the difference between the 7 and 10psi turbosmart wastegates?

I really like the accessport but would hate to drop the money on it now when there are tuners like unleashed that do a great job with the ecoboost. It could be an option down the line thought.

On the subject of meth v Aux fuel, methenol just seems easier. After install I'd just refill just tank as needed and I'm set. Two questions I have is how much methenol will the car go through and does the kit allow you to just turn it off when you run out?

Suspension upgrades are definitely in the works. I would like a 1'' drop so I'll probably be going with the ford racing springs at some point but I also notice I struggle for grip on fast launches. Not sure if my stock tires need to go or what.

 

[Busser48]

Thanks for the replys thus far

So an upgraded wastegate would smooth out my boost right? Whats the difference between the 7 and 10psi turbosmart wastegates?

I really like the accessport but would hate to drop the money on it now when there are tuners like unleashed that do a great job with the ecoboost. It could be an option down the line thought.

On the subject of meth v Aux fuel, methenol just seems easier. After install I'd just refill just tank as needed and I'm set. Two questions I have is how much methenol will the car go through and does the kit allow you to just turn it off when you run out?

Suspension upgrades are definitely in the works. I would like a 1'' drop so I'll probably be going with the ford racing springs at some point but I also notice I struggle for grip on fast launches. Not sure if my stock tires need to go or what.

Ethenol would be easier than meth, meth you have to worry about ordering and buying boost juice, and wire into your factory ecu, if u want the fail safe. With ethenol, you pull up to the pump and fill, boom! That's it. Also if u have the sct programmer it will be more difficult to change maps, you have to pull over and turn off the car and switch tunes, can take up to 10 min. With the accesport you switch maps while your driving! It's pretty awesome

 

[PRG3k]

Step 1 get a custom tune. Then there is suspension, aux fueling or ethanol and big turbo

 

[khrome13]

I installed the Tune+ WG actuator last week and its a definite must do mod. For the price its the second best bang for the buck behind the custom tune from Adam imho.

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