Hey everyone, I wanted to pull some opinions on what I should do... I have a 2001 Saab 9-3 with the B205L engine, and I would like to do some mods to it. After searching on the internet, it's hard for me to understand where I should start and any prerequisites for the mods. I already have a T3/T4 hybrid upgrade, but the ECU hasn't been reflashed. It hasn't given me any major problems, but it does stall out every once in a while; and restarts with no problem. I have been looking up some parts, but I haven't really tinkered around inside the engine too much, but I want to learn.
Here's a list of the things I would like to do to my Saab:
- Install a Godspeed twin-scroll GT45 (.70AR) Whats the max boost I could push comfortably? This is my daily driver so I don't want to over-do it.
- Stronger pistons -- any suggestions on brand/type? How do I know they will work with my engine?
- I saw online that the connecting rods will handle up to 500hp. Is this true? Is it worth looking into new rods? If so, how do I know they will work with my engine?
- I have stock exhaust and manifold with the cats knocked out. Should I look into upgrading this as well?
- ECU upgrade - What mods will be required before upgrading? How can I get the upgrade fine-tuned if I order online? Can I flash the stock ECU myself? Is it hard to tune?
I ordered a Sachs clutch for my car about 2 years ago. I don't remember if it was a performance clutch or OEM. It's still in the box. I would like to do all of this at the same time. As far as HP, I'm not looking for a specific number, I just want more of a jolt when I get on it. :lol:
I haven't done any performance upgrades to any car before, so I'm a complete noob when it comes to this. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Here's a list of the things I would like to do to my Saab:
- Install a Godspeed twin-scroll GT45 (.70AR) Whats the max boost I could push comfortably? This is my daily driver so I don't want to over-do it.
- Stronger pistons -- any suggestions on brand/type? How do I know they will work with my engine?
- I saw online that the connecting rods will handle up to 500hp. Is this true? Is it worth looking into new rods? If so, how do I know they will work with my engine?
- I have stock exhaust and manifold with the cats knocked out. Should I look into upgrading this as well?
- ECU upgrade - What mods will be required before upgrading? How can I get the upgrade fine-tuned if I order online? Can I flash the stock ECU myself? Is it hard to tune?
I ordered a Sachs clutch for my car about 2 years ago. I don't remember if it was a performance clutch or OEM. It's still in the box. I would like to do all of this at the same time. As far as HP, I'm not looking for a specific number, I just want more of a jolt when I get on it. :lol:
I haven't done any performance upgrades to any car before, so I'm a complete noob when it comes to this. Any help would be greatly appreciated!