jd wrote:
> The handling is great on the sharp turns. This is the first subaru I
> owned/drove. Will a K&N air filter help the performance at all? This is a
> non turbo model..
>
> Thanks
>
> "jd" <firefoul@verizon.net> wrote in message news:_KKAi.21$_A5.6@trndny03...
>
>>Just picked up a brand new 07 Impreza Outback sport. Is there anything
>>that I should keep my out for? Any known issues?
>>
>>Thanks,
>>
>>john
>>
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Unfortunately, there is not much in the way of easy mods that will
significantly increase the acceleration of NA soobs.(join your local
SCCA and autocross it - forget 1/4, 1/8 mile racing) Intake and exhaust
MAY give you a few ponies. Lightened crank and accesory pulleys MAY
allow a little faster spin-up, as would a lighter flywheel. Lighter
alloy wheels may be worth doing for reduced unsprung mass, reduced
rotating mass and 'aestethics'. Do you NEED a back seat or passenger
seat? (hah!) every 8-11 pounds removed is like adding 1hp (approx.)
There are PLENTY of bits to increase cornering grip/dynamics.
check the NA forum at
www.nasioc.com for an FAQ or post specific questions.
I won't comment directly on K&N-style filters except to say there is
occasional controversy about using them.
Carl
1 Lucky Texan
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