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Old June 22nd, 2010 | 10:45 PM
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Alright so i currently have a k and n cold air intake and flowmaster exhaust. I purchased a Hypertech Max power programmer and am waiting for it in the mail, but I don't know what the next place to start would be. I have a 5.3 V8 and its a 2008 Silverado. Let me know your thoughts, I have considered a throttle body spacer but I don't know if that will do anything.
Old June 22nd, 2010 | 10:58 PM
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ive heard that it doesnt do much for the motor. im just spitballing but could upgrade your cams.
Old June 22nd, 2010 | 11:20 PM
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Headers and a mild cam would really unleash some power but may require custom computer tuning
Old June 22nd, 2010 | 11:34 PM
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thanks, would you happen to recommend any companies for cams, cause i honestly don't know anything about them
Old June 23rd, 2010 | 12:33 AM
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check out summitracing.com
Old June 23rd, 2010 | 3:04 PM
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Redwoodchevy, Thanks for supporting us and I hope your happy with your new programmer
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Headers and Lighter Pulleys, I didnt really see much with the throttle body spacer myself.
Old June 23rd, 2010 | 6:32 PM
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ive heard that long tube headers are better then the shorties. so keep that in mind.
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See what makes the longtubes better?
Old June 25th, 2010 | 8:43 PM
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the longtubes give a much wider spectrum in regards to the torque output. through the rpm range. whereas the shortys give a much closer torque range in your rpms. but with long tubes you wont use the factory y-pipe. youll have to find a spot for it somewhere between the pipes and cats. with the shortys youll use the factory y-pipe.
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