HELP my 305 !!!!!1
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HELP my 305 !!!!!1
whats up all i am new to the forum but i just inherited my dads 89 firebird bandit 2 edition #104. It has 32,000 miles on it and i want to get it to be a high 11 or low 12sec daily driver. What should i start out with have 2500 to spend on it now. i think it is a 305 not sure tho, keep hearing 305 is ****.. any suggestions on what route i should take with the bird.... thanx for the help
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Re: HELP my 305 !!!!!1
welcome aboard!
well, there's a few different ways to get to your goal, but they're all going to require some money.
daily driver means its gotta be reliable, get decent gas milage, and pass inspection (do you have smog?). 11-12s with all the requirements are definitely going to cost you more than the 2500.
bear in mind, with that kind of power you're going to have to replace/rebuild your trans, upgrade/replace your rear end, chassis stiffening (sfc's, roll cage, etc) and more.
There's a ton of data kicking around this site for all your different avenues - check out the power adder board if turbos/superchargers are your taste; the LSx section is a good place to look into swapping your current engine for something more modern.
if you could provide a bit more about what you're looking to do, I'm sure a few others will chime in with their recommendations; my personal route is looking to be an LS1, but thats just one choice.
well, there's a few different ways to get to your goal, but they're all going to require some money.
daily driver means its gotta be reliable, get decent gas milage, and pass inspection (do you have smog?). 11-12s with all the requirements are definitely going to cost you more than the 2500.
bear in mind, with that kind of power you're going to have to replace/rebuild your trans, upgrade/replace your rear end, chassis stiffening (sfc's, roll cage, etc) and more.
There's a ton of data kicking around this site for all your different avenues - check out the power adder board if turbos/superchargers are your taste; the LSx section is a good place to look into swapping your current engine for something more modern.
if you could provide a bit more about what you're looking to do, I'm sure a few others will chime in with their recommendations; my personal route is looking to be an LS1, but thats just one choice.
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Already has a stage 2 chip it is from jet dual exhaust no cat from borla .. and ram air functional hood and a k&n drop in filter. i really am not sure what direction to go with this car first time with american muscle... i have already passed inspection and not to worried about gas mileage just want to make more power on this motor without going with nitrous or forced induction
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Re: HELP my 305 !!!!!1
Welcome to the boards!
A 12 sec. 305 NA. Not gonna happen.
Get more money. Buy a more powerful engine and install it. End of story.
A 12 sec. 305 NA. Not gonna happen.
Get more money. Buy a more powerful engine and install it. End of story.
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