cstmg8 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I have a $200 cert to Jegs, but I'm kind of drawing a blank. I thought about front rotors, but I can get front/rear on eBay for same price. Car already has intake/headers/exhaust/tune. Would the 25% under drive pulley be worth it? No experience with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson1647545504 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Not to troll ... but sell it for some gas money bang for buck $200 doesn't go too far; wouldn't do under drive pully Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltboostin Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Plugs Fluids- better trans/diff fluids Fancy oil change bushings/mounts Basically shit that is the same price anywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Remember they price match too from legit online stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 True, that's a good idea. I'm about due for an oil change and trans fluid change. You know how it is, always want go fast parts. I'll prob end up going this route, as long as the price match applies. Any explanation on why the under drive pulley is not a good option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltboostin Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 True, that's a good idea. I'm about due for an oil change and trans fluid change. You know how it is, always want go fast parts. I'll prob end up going this route, as long as the price match applies. Any explanation on why the under drive pulley is not a good option? People always complain of enhanced bearing wear due to the lack of harmonic dampening (assuming you are looking at one w/o a dampener) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I'd go with a suspension component since there are already mods for the engine. Anti-sway bars would make the car react quicker and handle better around a corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Any explanation on why the under drive pulley is not a good option? In addition to what was already mentioned... 1) It's a waste of money - little performance gains 2) It can mess with your alternator (not charging enough) and/or cooling system (waterpump not pumping enough). Lightweight pulleys = good Underdrive pulleys = bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I'd go with a suspension component since there are already mods for the engine. Anti-sway bars would make the car react quicker and handle better around a corner. I'll have to see if they offer anything, they don't carry many g8 specific parts. I did put struts and springs on it last year. Sway bars would be nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 I'll have to see if they offer anything, they don't carry many g8 specific parts. I did put struts and springs on it last year. Sway bars would be nice. Find out about the brands that make the bars for your car first, then, see which ones that Jeg's carries. If the specific part number isn't listed, inquire to a salesperson. Usually it's just a matter of getting them in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Have you thought about throwing a little money on top of the gift card and getting a cam or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted March 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 Have you thought about throwing a little money on top of the gift card and getting a cam or something? I have, and haven't written it off. Unfortunately there is a lot more to do with a cam swap in these cars. I may pick up some parts and throw 'em on a shelf, but saving some money on needed maintenance is probably the better idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 BMR makes a nice set for the G8, I had a set on my old car and it really did help it feel planted in the turns. Go for the adjustable set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted March 31, 2014 Report Share Posted March 31, 2014 +1 for tranny and diff fluid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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