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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 11:19 PM
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Hey guys,
I just replaced a 2011 mazdaspeed3 with a 2009 fit to cut down on costs. I like the car, just desperately need more power. I'm not sure I want to go the FI route. Any relatively good bolt-ons you guys recommend that make a decent difference? Obviously not looking to be as fast as my last car... Thanks for the input.
 
Old Apr 8, 2012 | 11:59 PM
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The simple answer is no. Based on what the more gear headed members have said, the ecu nullifies the simple bolt-on improvements like CAI.
 
Old Apr 9, 2012 | 12:02 AM
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Well that sucks. I guess I need to save my pennies for a while and go FI. Thanks for the honest reply.
 
Old Apr 9, 2012 | 01:56 AM
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15x7" Enkei RPF1 ultra light racing wheels and 195-50-15 tires is about the best performance mod other than boost...Even with 10psi, ECU reflash and trick exhaust you can feel an increase in acceleration with the light wheel/tire setup once the tires hook up..
 
Old Apr 13, 2012 | 06:26 PM
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Even boost is going to have to be a custom job as there isn't a widely availble turbo kit...sorry At least it's a good looking car.
 
Old Apr 13, 2012 | 06:35 PM
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Well that sucks. I guess I need to save my pennies for a while and go FI. Thanks for the honest reply.
Should have just kept the MS3

Oh well, welcome, and enjoy.
 
Old Apr 13, 2012 | 07:11 PM
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Welcome, best starter is light wheels and tires. Will help all around.
 
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