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Old 05-30-2010, 05:00 PM
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I have like 400 bucks of spare cash to spend on my car and I'm not sure what to buy. I don't want to go for the black-out since my rims ruin that look (being silver and all). My only idea is cold air intake and my current mods and in my sig.
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LOL, can't believe you really considered the neon light upgrade.

For $400, I'd buy an SB2 + RPi Scoop.
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dude..please no NEON ...

Like 545 says..get some scoops, or save up a bit more and slam on some 20"s , do a navi professional retrofit or take you lady out for the weekend ...but seriously...please no neon..
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Originally Posted by 545iBMW
LOL, can't believe you really considered the neon light upgrade.

For $400, I'd buy an SB2 + RPi Scoop.
presently we do have the RPI scoops in stock
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Dude, you've already got a great array of mods.

For performance, I'd get the RPI ram air induction kit. Or I'd replace your UHP all seasons with a set of max summer performance tires such as the terrific but affordable Hankook Ventus V12 Evos.

For appearance, what about 6000k HID headlights and 6000K HID fogs from brabusw209amg?
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Haha I was bored on Friday, walked into pepboys and saw led neons lol. Can someone explain to me how RPI ram induction kits work and how easy they are to install ? Not to familiar with them tbh.
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the install of the scoops is really easy

take out the grill, put three screws in and your done..if you go for the set with filter, that is replaced in about 2 minutes. Basically the scoop get more air into your intake at higher speeds...not sure if it really gives you any HP gain, but is looks sweet





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Now does my car require one or two scoops?
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Originally Posted by dinan530xi
Now does my car require one or two scoops?
Member dameister has 2 on his 530. Most run a single
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Originally Posted by dinan530xi
Now does my car require one or two scoops?
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Don't buy a neon kit, wth...


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