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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 03:09 PM
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Need more power (California Car)

Posted this in another forum but I think I was in the wrong place.
I have a 91 firebird with a 305tbi/5-speed and i'm looking for a little more power. This car is my daily driver, so i'm not looking for incredible gains, just enough to make the car a little more fun. I have an 87 T/a with a 305 and it screams compared to my 91. What is the most cost effective way to gain about 30 to 40 hp?
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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Engine: 369 TPI
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Re: Need more power (California Car)

Upgrading the exhaust system is the best place to start. Try to get ahold of Dyno Don. He hangs out in the Southern California section.
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 06:38 PM
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Re: Need more power (California Car)

Absolutely stop by and talk to Dyno Don. He knows what he is talking about and won`t have you throwing your money away on things that won`t help.
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 08:54 PM
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Re: Need more power (California Car)

your 87 ta probably screams because its TPI vs TBI
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