Just got a sprint booster...I like it!

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10-05-2009, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='1025631' date='Oct 6 2009, 01:23 AM

Search button yields plenty if you try

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Saw it mentioned a bunch of times- just wanted a quick answer- not all the intimate details.

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10-05-2009, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by bighersh' post='1025679' date='Oct 6 2009, 03:40 AM

Saw it mentioned a bunch of times- just wanted a quick answer- not all the intimate details.

Thanks.

I might go against the popular opinion on this, but I recommend getting the RPI scoop+BMC filter kit (Michael@acuteperformance is a GREAT guy to buy from, BTW). I've had the SB on for a few months and loved it, but now that I've sold it and have to actually press the gas pedal more, it makes me work harder to achieve same speeds and it equates to more fun per mile in my case. Might be because I have a stick shift though... anyway, just wanted to give you another opinion on this before you start spending 500 on SB install and so on

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10-05-2009, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Nato530i' post='1025553' date='Oct 6 2009, 06:46 AM

Just paid $500 to have a sprint booster installed and like it alot! Has some good pep!

I now know how easy it is to install and could have got it cheaper, but whatever.

Any thoughts?? How about gas mileage savings?

I think we've already covered the price issue here! If you're planning on doing other mods, it really makes sense to get some advice here, I'm sure there are enough members in your area who can help you get a better deal

As for gas mileage savings... certainly not in the first few weeks

I personally find it makes no difference what so ever to fuel economy. Its simply there to give you greater control through improved throttle response times. I have read that some members claim they've improved their fuel economy, but I think that probably only applies to those who were driving very heavy footed before hand and now don't want to break their neck every few seconds with the sprint booster

Enjoy!