I have a d16y8 with a short ram intake, HP Racing header, and 2.25" custom exhaust from the cat back. I want to do something else that will help me out a good bit if possible. I need to stay in the lower $200's. What should I do...IM, bigger throttle body, cold air intake instead of short ram, or what? Give me some advice...thanks....

 

High flow cat.

Intake manifolds are a pretty penny but will probably be the best gain. I dont think Skunk2 has the D series manifold yet but it shouldn't be much more than the B series @ 280 or so.

Cat and IM.

 

he doesnt have enouf air going throu their for a hi flow cat yet.. its only 135.. id say go get it chipped.. no.. go get a intake manifold. thats right around 200

 

Not enough air for a high flow cat?

 

Intake manifold....

 

I agree with Sniper, get a high-flow cat.

 

I've decided to save up about 250 and get a Crower Stage 1 cam...then after that an IM and high flow cat...how's that sound and much hp you think I could be pushing then with all that and my intake, header and exhaust? thanks for all the input...and what's the crap I hear about an IM hurting your performance if you don't have much on there?

 

First off Skunk2 does have a manifold out for the D-series. Save for a bit longer and get it done right, get an intake manifold, and an after market TB to get the full benefit. After that get a high flow cat, or a decat pipe to get the gases out of the motor freely. Then look in to getting an aftermarket cam, the stock one will be a little set back. This is what I would consider.