| I am using K&N filter part # RU-1810 right on the turbo. Just take the airbox assembly off and slap the filter on. Makes the turbo louder than the engine. |
| Mods |
| K&N filter |
| Heads up display (HUD) |
| The HUD projects the speed and other info onto the windshield. Very cool feature. I have installed two of them it takes time and a complete wiring diagram for the car's instrument cluster and HUD. |
| Lit up "INTERCOOLED TURBO" |
| Why didn't Pontiac make it light up in the first place? Anyway just take the cluster out and use sandpaper to remove some material behind the words. Shine a flashlight from behind to see how it's coming out. Then put a bulb in the socket and you're done. Very cool at night. |
| White 5 spoke wheels |
| I always thought these wheels would look awesome on my car. I got them on ebay and had them put on at pep boys. Makes the car look 100% sportier. They are also 1/2 inch wider than the stock wheels and also lighter. |
| AC condenser fins mod |
| This helps get some more air to the intercooler. Remove the intercooler, then use needle nose pliers to remove all of the condenser fins that are in front of it. A difference can be felt in cool weather. But hey, it's a free mod so why not. |
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| Topgun 160 chip and thermostat |
| The chip raises max boost to about 12 psi. Works with a 160 degree thermostat to keep the engine nice and cool. A great mod that takes about 1/2 second from your 1/4 mile time. |
| White interior painting |
| I don't know if this is really considered a "mod", but I've seen a lot of white GP's with some white on the inside and it looks good. I had some spare parts to paint so it can be easily removed if I want. |
| Blow off valve (BOV) |
| I recently received my bov in the mail, it's a JDM universal stage 3. I thought it was a small one but it's 7 inches tall and has a 1.5" flange. It also has a trumpet so I'm willing to bet it will be nice and loud. |
| Flush mount spoiler |
| I've had this in the garage for a few months. It's a flush mount style like found on the Taurus SHO until 1995. Made by an aftermarket company for the 88-96 GP. Haven't gotten around to putting it on since it's not painted yet. I think it will look good and blend well with the car. It should complete the sport sedan exterior that I want. |
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| The following mods are awaiting install. |
| Here are some mods that I have done to my STE Turbo. I think every one was worth the effort. About a year ago I had an idea of how I wanted the car to be set up. Now I'm pretty much done and I'm very happy with the way it turned out. |
| Two gauge pillar pod |
| I have a spare pillar, and a universal two gauge pod that will be molded together. I have a VDO 15psi boost gauge and trans temp gauge. I chose VDO for both since it matches the stock gauges well. |
| Strut tower brace (STB) |
| I went to my local Pontiac dealer and picked up this GM "F-bar" which is used on some of the newer GP's. Part # (will add) and only cost $12. Test fit the bar and mark off where the holes line up. Remove the strut covers and drill the holes, I used a 3/8" bit. Then install using the washers and nuts provided. Improves steering feel that was noticed on the first highway on ramp. |
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