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    Ok, My car is a 94 3.4 Camaro 5 spd.

    I have exactly $91.00 on Paypal. I am in the Navy and I'm fixin to leave but I wanna do one more mod before I go over seas. The only things I have so far are K&N Filter(in Stock box) and Clear Signal lights. What should I get guys. I'd prefer Engine mods. But if you find something cool I'll get it if it's in the budget. Thanks in advance. [img]smile.gif[/img]
    My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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    you can get set of pulleys and 160 or 180 thermostat for that amount of money, im not sure what kind of perfomance you will get out of these mods, but they are engine mods.

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    • #3
      Personally I'd ditch the K&N filter and stock box and make my own cold air intake for that money. I'm considering doing so if I can't come up with 200-so bucks buy next month for my intake.
      1996 Camaro RS Bright Red<br />3.8L V6 A4 3.42\'s<br />K&N Filtercharger<br />Flowmaster 80 Series Muffler<br />Y87 Performance Package

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      • #4
        Pulleys are a good idea. But I think I will wait and save 200 for the CAI.
        My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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        • #5
          When is the last time your car had a tuneup, you would be suprised what a new fuel filter, plugs, wires,pvc valve, and a little seafoam could do.
          Cardomain

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          • #6
            <blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by PewterBird:
            When is the last time your car had a tuneup, you would be suprised what a new fuel filter, plugs, wires,pvc valve, and a little seafoam could do.<hr></blockquote>

            This is a good idea. I think I will go with this. So, what kind of plugs & wires should I go with. PCV valve and what is a good way to do the seafoam. I have only used it on my dads car. Should it all go in the Intake or should I put in different parts?
            My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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            • #7
              <blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by 96_V6_Fbody:


              This is a good idea. I think I will go with this. So, what kind of plugs & wires should I go with. PCV valve and what is a good way to do the seafoam. I have only used it on my dads car. Should it all go in the Intake or should I put in different parts?
              <hr></blockquote>

              I like my taylor wires, from ammperformance, I just used ACdelco plugs and picked up a pvc valve and fuel filter from the local parts store.
              My car felt stronger and smoother.

              [ June 05, 2003: Message edited by: PewterBird ]</p>
              Cardomain

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              • #8
                Seeing as my last car was a 65' Mustang I'm not very familar with the PCV value. What exactly does it do and how would I go about replaceing it with the new one.
                My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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                • #9
                  PCV = positive Crankcase Ventilation valve.

                  just keeps too much pressure from building in the crankcase
                  2011 Camaro LS 6M, in black.

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                  • #10
                    Ok I purchased the Plugs and wires. Thanks guys. I have About $30 left to spend. Will this be enough for a fuel filter, PCV valve, and some seafoam?
                    My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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                    • #11
                      fule filter is like 10 bucks and the seafoam is like less than 5 bucks, and the the pvc valve is like 3 bucks.
                      Cardomain

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                      • #12
                        Hey guys Where is my pcv located. I boughtit today and I can't find it. Also, where can I find Seafoam. I've bought it before but can't remember. Went to Autozone, they don't have it.
                        My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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                        • #13
                          Ok, I found the PCV Valve, it's the tube coming out of my Pass. side valve cover right. I noticed that it's no in the valve cover. Looks like it was pulled out and it's just sitting there. Can this cause problems. Will I tell a difference when I put the new PCV valve on and plug it back into the cover?
                          My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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                          • #14
                            Free Mod: Increase your plug gap to .55". It makes a huge difference. You will need to use 91 (or 93, whatever you get there) to get the full benefits of it at higher rpm. It helps all across the rpm range, but you'll really notice it on the top end.
                            Another free mod, if you don't care about keeping the stock airbox in one piece.
                            1) Remove the airducting from behind the headlight. Pull the airbox out, and you'll see what I'm talking about. There are 2 pieces, if I remember correctly, and you'll have to do some twisting and pulling to get the middle piece out.
                            2) Cut the filter cover part of the air box open. Just make sure that you leave enough to hold the air filter in securely, and not leak air around it.
                            You could go with the cooler thermostat if you're not worried about gas mileage, it's only like $10, and it's relatively easy to install.
                            Wife and a dog, they both think they\'re Kujo.<br /> <br />1999 3.8 A4 Y87<br />Navy Blue Metallic<br />BFG G-Force KDWS 275/40/17s, <br />WS6 Wheels (17x9)<br />Phoenix Transmissions 2400 Stall Converter<br />FRA, Holley Powershot filter, Whisper Lid, Ported Throttlebody<br />2000 manifolds, Flowmaster, WS6 Tail Pipes, <br />MSD 8.5mm Wires, MSD Coils, Autolite plugs<br />Performance Cryogenics treated rotors<br />1LE Sway Bars and panhard rod, 1LE front springs w/SLP Bilsteins, stock rear springs w/ 3rd Gen Bilsteins, BMR STB, KBDD SFCs, 1LE rear lower control arms, 1LE front lower control arms<p>1968 Chevelle Malibu 327 TH350

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                            • #15
                              Ok about these Bosch plug I ordered. Do they come gaped or do I have to do it. If so Do I do the factory gap or the .35? I heard I would have to reset the computer if I did that.
                              My Car: 1994 Camaro 3.4 V6 5-Speed<p><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/id/speedyman_2\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a>

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