bolt on

[paultheman2007]

Okay let me tell you this off the back im a dummy im new to this stuff now what is a bolt on where can i buy them and how much extra horses can i get

[elcapitan1110]

A bolt-on is a category of mods... it could apply to a number of things. What are you specifically looking to buy?

[ron10]

i would classify a bolt on as anything except tearing into the engine.

[The Stig]

I usually define it as anything I can just bolt on. Like exhaust, headers etc. Mot something where you're tearing apart the engine

[daveagogo1]

Bolt on HP and enhancements are Cold air intakes, Throttle bodies, manifolds, Exhaust. Things like that. Basically anything that does not require tearing into the motor.

With say a CAI, Long tube headers, exhaust, TB and a tune. You could easily gain 40-50RWHP But, as soon as you tune the car your powertrain warranty is almost certainly null and void. If you wish to keep the warranty stick with parts that won't require a tune such as most CAI's or axleback exhaust, even catbacks mostly.

Not asking questions if you do not know is dumb. So no you are not dumb just not savvy in this area. Good luck and happy modding.

[Skidpuppy]

Originally Posted by paultheman2007

Okay let me tell you this off the back im a dummy im new to this stuff now what is a bolt on where can i buy them and how much extra horses can i get

That, was funny.

[paultheman2007]

Thanks I am looking to get some long tube headers does that require. A tune

[Raptor626]

Not necessarily, but you SHOULD. Otherwise, if you don't, your engine may start throwing codes since, in the case of long tube headers, the cats are being pushed back away from the engine thus causing the sensors to take longer to warm up.

Make sense?

[Capthowdy]

Are you for real? or you just jerkn our chains? if you are for real I apoligize...you got to start somwhere and you can't learn if you don't ask question right? just there are a lot of jokers on here....that seem to not have anything better to do....

[Raptor626]

Oh btw, I don't mean to be a dick, but maybe you should have looked into such things before buying a MUSCLE CAR!

LOL, just kidding, it's all good. Everyone was a newbie at one point, and even after years of experience there's always more to learn. Good luck!

[Raptor626]

Originally Posted by Capthowdy

Are you for real? or you just jerkn our chains? if you are for real I apoligize...you got to start somwhere and you can't learn if you don't ask question right? just there are a lot of jokers on here....that seem to not have anything better to do....

Thinking the same thing brother.

[daveagogo1]

To the OP. You really should get a tune if you install some long tubes. Most likely as stated you will get some codes thrown and in some cases it can actually cause you to lose power by adding long tubes with no tune. Here are a few items that typically do not require any tune and add some ponies.

A cold air induction. Easy install and can add anywhere from 5-12HP. Results vary obviously but usually increase engine bay noise and improve throttle response a bit. A ported throttle body maybe 6-9HP or so with way better throttle response. These are pretty typical starting mods. To make any real HP gains your going to have to get a tune and that will kill your warranty on the power train most certainly. So you need to make that decision up front.

Be aware though that if you do go the tune route. Consider someone who will give you free retunes if you buy the parts from them. Tunes can get pricey after a while and will be needed when you start adding more mods. Plan ahead and you will save a bunch of time and money. Research the forums and ask questions before just buying parts.

[flyby]

Mods also include an underdrive pulley. Some mods have nothing to do with the actual engine power that can also increase the cars power such as lighter weight wheels, brake rotors and rear gears. Good luck with the mods and happy spending.