Slaving away for a shit boss at the job from hell may sound like fun to some people, but to all the normal people of the world, living on a budget just plain sucks. Turbochargers, coilovers, forged wheels; these big-ticket items have equally fat price tags, and they aren't getting any cheaper. Plus, unless the local homeless shelter starts handing out camshafts instead of soup, there isn't much you can do to get parts that you can't afford. But, not all hope should be lost. Thanks to 2NR's gracious help, salvation comes to you in five simple words. One hundred and fifty dollars. What can one hundred and fifty dollars buy in today's modern luxo-wasteland? Read on and find out, you might be surprised.
Skunk2 Racing Pro Series Cam Gears
Optimize your power band by adjusting your camshaft's lobe separation. These cam gears feature +/- 10 degrees adjustment, laser-etched marks, CNC machined billet aluminum construction, and a slip-proof six-bolt design.
Fits: Honda, Acura, Mitsubishi
Web: skunk2.com
MSRP: $107.20
Password:JDM Radiator Cooling Plate
By preventing air from escaping over the top of the radiator, these cooling plates allow the maximum amount of airflow, resulting in reduced coolant temperatures during aggressive driving. All Password:JDM Radiator Cooling Plates are constructed from high quality aluminum, and then are finished in a high-density epoxy coating proprietary to Password:JDM.
Fits: 240SX, Civic, Integra, Lancer Evolution, WRX
Web: passwordjdm.com
MSRP: $59.99-$89.99
Magnaflow Universal Resonator
Made from polished stainless steel, the Magnaflow universal resonator features a true 3-inch inlet and outlet, straight-through core, compact 4-inch round size, and a lifetime warranty. It's not designed to be used solely as a muffler.
Fits: Universal
Web: magnaflow.com
MSRP: $119.00
Turbosmart Boost Tee
Manufactured from high-grade brass and aluminum, this adjustable boost controller features a detent system for easy under-the-hood adjustments. It is also available in a fully black anodized Sleeper Series version.
Fits: Universal
Web: turbosmart.com.au
MSRP: $89.00
K&N Stock Replacement
Air Filters
Standing strong as the original high-flow air filter, K&N's design increases both horsepower and efficiency, and is washable and re-usable. It comes with K&N's Million Mile limited warranty and does not void the OEM warranty. Stock replacements are available for almost every car on the road.
Fits: Many Applications Available
Web: knfilters.com
MSRP: Check Website
GReddy Air Diversion Panel
Constructed from a 1mm thick aluminum plate, these GReddy embossed panels come in different colors and help maximize airflow to the radiator, aiding in cooling efficiency.
Fits: Many Applications Available
Web: greddy.com
MSRP: $66.00-78.50
Skunk2 Test Pipe
Significantly improve exhaust flow by replacing your factory catalytic converter with a Skunk2 off-road test pipe. Constructed from aircraft quality 304 stainless steel, these pipes are TIG welded with heavy-duty flanges, an O2 sensor bung and an acid-etched Skunk2 badge.
Fits: Civic, CRX, Integrawww.skunk2.com
MSRP: $99.75
Perrin Performance Boost Controller
Easily control your turbocharged car's boost levels for more power and torque with this simple-to-use manual boost controller. It features a custom-wound spring and special ceramic metering ball for precise boost management. Designed to prevent over-boosting and allows adjustments as fine as 0.25psi.
Fits: Universalwww.perrinperformance.com
MSRP: $79.99
SARD Fuel Pressure Regulator
Straight from Japan, SARD's fuel pressure regulator has sizing and capacity options that are designed to handle all types of vehicles and horsepower levels.
Fits: Universal
web: more-japan.com
MSRP: $135.00
Vibrant Performance Flat Black Muffler
Fly below the radar with Vibrant's new Streetpower Flat Black Universal Muffler. Made of T304 stainless steel, the muffler features a stealthy high-temperature flat black coating, straight through design, and a low, deep exhaust note. Available in single or dual tip design with 2.25-, 2.5-, or 3-inch inlets. Backed by Vibrant's five-year limited warranty.
Fits: Universalwww.vibrantperformance.com
MSRP: $119.00 (single tip), $149.00 (dual tip)
Stillen HI-Flow Intake Kit
Stillen HI-Flow Intakes include a machined ring and a cleanable gauze element filter. Like a velocity stack, the ring uses the venturi effect to accelerate air intake speed. Kits that include replacement tubing always include the necessary adapters for engine electronics, and have been thoroughly tested and refined for optimum performance. CARB approved, most STILLEN Hi-Flow Intakes are 50-state legal.
Fits: Many Applications Available
web: stillen.comMSRP: From $129.00
Spoon Sports Air Cleaner
Designed as a direct drop-in replacement for the factory air filter. It improves throttle response without sacrificing the stock airbox.
Fits: Honda Civic EF-EK
web: spoonsports.us
MSRP: $131.00
TurboXS High Performance Boost
Controller
Utilizing a uniquely engineered ball/spring mechanism combined with an adjustable bleed valve, the TurboXS High Performance Boost Controller allows you to spool your turbo to full boost hundreds of RPM sooner. The adjustable bleed mechanism lets you minimize the massive boost "spike" that can occur with poorly designed ball/spring manual boost controllers.
Fits: Universalwww.turboxs.com
MSRP: $135.00
Hondata Heatshield Gasket
This special high-temp gasket replaces the stock intake manifold gasket, reducing the transfer of heat from the cylinder head to the intake, and gives up to a 5 percent increase in power.
Fits: Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Toyotaweb: hondata.com
MSRP: $50.00
Blitz Radiator Cap
Blitz radiator caps are designed to hold greater pressure than factory units, allowing the cap to withstand extreme heat conditions and stress. All caps are constructed of full stainless steel and utilize a urethane seal.
Fits: Many Applications Availableweb: blitz-performance.com
MSRP: $25.00