With my performance mods I have reached a "fork" in the road so to speak.
Current mods are Predator, dual exhaust, air filter and smaller diameter tires. I also have a 3k rpm stall converter on order.
So my current dilemma is money vs. performance gain vs. longevity.
The "left" fork:
Install cams, heads, and headers. Cost installed approx. $4,500
Shouldn't affect the longevity of the motor. Good for about 50 hp increase?
The "right" fork:
Install a MM supercharger. Cost $5,500 (install myself).
Will probably decrease motor longevity. Good for 100-120 hp increase.
(Would lower the boost and/or adding an intercooler increase the longevity enough to offset the reduction in power and cost?)
Longevity is an issue because I drive approx. 25k miles per year. Need at least 5-6 years of service considering the cost of the mods and payments.
Money.... I don't have a credit card and buy things with cash (save it up). So I tend to stress over the cost when shopping. But, since it is paid for in full, I tend to never think about the cost later. Just fussy about whether it performs to expectations.:scratchhead:
Any advice, thoughts or suggestions?
Current mods are Predator, dual exhaust, air filter and smaller diameter tires. I also have a 3k rpm stall converter on order.
So my current dilemma is money vs. performance gain vs. longevity.
The "left" fork:
Install cams, heads, and headers. Cost installed approx. $4,500
Shouldn't affect the longevity of the motor. Good for about 50 hp increase?
The "right" fork:
Install a MM supercharger. Cost $5,500 (install myself).
Will probably decrease motor longevity. Good for 100-120 hp increase.
(Would lower the boost and/or adding an intercooler increase the longevity enough to offset the reduction in power and cost?)
Longevity is an issue because I drive approx. 25k miles per year. Need at least 5-6 years of service considering the cost of the mods and payments.
Money.... I don't have a credit card and buy things with cash (save it up). So I tend to stress over the cost when shopping. But, since it is paid for in full, I tend to never think about the cost later. Just fussy about whether it performs to expectations.:scratchhead:
Any advice, thoughts or suggestions?