Best options for increasing power/ acceleration?

**dasd** · 04-07-2010, 04:46 PM

Hi folks!

It's been a while since posting and I need some input. I'd like to increase the performance/ acceleration of my 7G (1997 ES) and I'll be honest in stating I'm not a hands-on car repair guy. I'm up for the challenge but I don't think it's smart to learn by trial and error on this baby, so I would appreciate info on some proven techniques.

If you know of specialists in So Cal that would be great too!

Hit me back guys - I want to keep this Gal and it's cheaper than financing a new one! With the idiots we have in the White House and DC now, I'm trying to save money anyway I can in this economy.

Thanks!

**mko** · 04-07-2010, 04:50 PM

turrrrrrbo

search man, there are bunch of threads - mine, shadow's..... many more

**RacerX4g64S** · 04-08-2010, 12:00 PM

Also CAI (Cold air Intake) $75, upgrade to 60mm 1G TB (Throttle Body) $50, New Hi Flow Exhaust $300.

That will around $400 will help! Then consider a handling (rear swaybar best cheap upgrade)!

**dasd** · 04-10-2010, 02:15 PM

Thanks for the suggestions and MKO, Yes I am looking. That is partially why I posted my question since there is a lot of information here, some of which may be more theory than application. I want to hear from the guys who have been successful in their efforts so I can avoid as many issues as possible.

Thanks again!

**es_fact** · 04-10-2010, 07:01 PM

Originally Posted by RacerX4g64S

1G TB $50
!

thats 1 thousand terabytes ... thats fast...

**RacerX4g64S** · 04-12-2010, 09:19 AM

or an acronym for a First Generation Eclipse (1G) Throttle Body (TB)!

On an unrelated question do you just call it "bacon" instated of Canadian Bacon? Or what do you call this

**skrap** · 04-12-2010, 10:38 AM

HAHAHAH Good question!!!

**evil-G-nius** · 04-12-2010, 11:26 AM

I have to negate the above suggestion from Racer. If you are automatic, the intake and exhaust will actually slow you off the line. I know from experience. The midrange power definately increases and it pulls hard from 3k rpms on but off the line the car struggles. Your best bang for the buck and noticeable acceleration difference would be a 5 speed swap, then boost as MKO suggested. I love my 5 spd..and its a hell of a lot more reliable. Good luck

**es_fact** · 04-12-2010, 05:42 PM

Originally Posted by RacerX4g64S

or an acronym for a First Generation Eclipse (1G) Throttle Body (TB)!

On an unrelated question do you just call it "bacon" instated of Canadian Bacon? Or what do you call this

peameal bacon or some shit lol

**dasd** · 04-13-2010, 03:27 PM

Someone was obviously hungry but get that away from me. No pork here!

Thanks for the suggestion E-vil but I'm keeping this baby an auto. I got tired of replacing clutches on another car and I just prefer not having to shift anymore. Thanks anyway!

**mko** · 04-13-2010, 03:38 PM

u gonna get tired of replacing transmissions this time

**4g63lover** · 04-13-2010, 03:42 PM

5-speed swap

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**dasd** · 04-13-2010, 03:56 PM

Uh MKO...

I can tell you the Tranny is not a concern and has been handled. So no complaints here

**Joshua42007** · 04-13-2010, 04:01 PM

Originally Posted by dasd

Uh MKO...

I can tell you the Tranny is not a concern and has been handled. So no complaints here

5 speed swap,

**mko** · 04-13-2010, 04:05 PM

the guy said he doesnt like to shift anymore, why is everyone saying 5 speed

**Galante** · 04-13-2010, 04:07 PM

Go 5 speed + Turbo..

imo... I'd rather sell my 8g and buy Evo 8 or 9.. for power and acceleration...but i don't need a fast car as long as I'm in Winnipeg Canada.. pot holes kills my baby..

**dasd** · 04-13-2010, 04:56 PM

I appreciate the input and I knew there would be some feedback like this. It's totally cool - a lot of guys prefer stick but I don't. I just like to put it in gear and go, some may not like this stance but that's fine.

You're giving me great input including the repeated '5 speed swap' - LOL!

**allrice4g64** · 04-13-2010, 09:43 PM

hey dude you should do a five speed swap lol. if ya dont like shifting maybe a shift kit would help ya i used to have one in my talon tsi that was a auto made a huge differnce.

**evil-G-nius** · 04-14-2010, 01:43 AM

the problem is the 7G auto sucks! a shift kit will destroy that thing in a heartbeat. Even after the usual "go fast" mods you will have trans issues...its inevitable. I know you dont want to shift, but if done right you wont have to change the clutch often if at all. But it will be the best peformance upgrade next to boosting. Like I said with an auto, an intake and exhaust...even headers will kill your acceleration. It will give you mid range and top end power only

**kolio** · 04-14-2010, 02:00 AM

first of all, people with 7G experience should comment here.

just to give you an idea i was factory 5spd with the following mods

fidanza 2.1 clutch kit
fidanza 8lb flywheel
Cold air intake
Full exhaust with 2.5" piping and highflow muffler and cat
wires and plugs.

about $800 in parts

i put down barley over 130hp to the wheels

auto the car puts down about 105-110

bottom line is the only real way for improvement is boost. its the most cost effective