I have a bone stock 87 GN with 40Kmiles on the odometer, I had it checked by a few reputable guys in the nyc area and I am looking for some advice on the following upgrades such as brands and if I am missing anything:
LT1 MAF kit
maf translator
intercooler pipe
adjustable waste gate
fuel pump and regulator
hot wire kit
stock prom chip (to replace old original chip in ecm)
coil pack
180 degree thermostat
front mounted inter cooler
I could use some help in where to find the best deals and best brands for each item.. just looking to have a good solid driver, with high 12-13 capability..
I really appreciate your help...
That list is close but it skips some important steps and has some steps that just aren't nearness for high 12 capability. To run those times you just need a basically stock car that tuned up with all the preventative maintenance done.
LT1 and translator are great and should be on any turbo regal stock or otherwise. If you're building a cold air kit from scratch go ahead and start with the bigger LS1 sensor.
intercooler pipe. I have no idea what that is, and you don't need it.
wastegate is needed
pump, regulator and hotwire is part of the preventative maintenance items that HAVE to be done
don't even think about getting a stock chip it will negate almost all the work/money you're about to spend. Get a set of 60's and a matching chip and be done with it.
no reason to replace your coil pack unless yours if faulty.
you mean 160 degree thermostat
A front mount is a waste of money for what you're doing and you'll be paying money to create additional problems for no gain. With your goals a stock intercooler will do just fine a larger neck might be a worthwhile effort.
What is left off that list is a thorough spring cleaning, trans service and external cooler, rear end service, brake fluid change, new valve springs, timing set, clean out the oil pickup, oil pump blueprinting, breather bypass kit, turbo and intercooler hoses, new vacuum lines (ESP the boost control solenoid circuit), new check valves, and plugs 'n wires, and a THOROUGH visual inspection of every square inch of the car both mechanical and electrical.
