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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 12:48 PM
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trevorradman
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Default SLK32 Performance Questions

I have a 181 pulley and tune on order from Eurocharged. I am also ordering a DCAI and would like some input on supporting mods before I place my order. This is my daily driver, reliability is important!

1. Cooling. I have noticed percieved heatsoak with any aggressive driving. I know the new pulley will not help, and want to battle this issue. What do you recommend keeping in mind cost is a factor here...
-Supercooler/Eurocharged HE, at $450, the most expensive but is this the most effective?
-Johnson CM30 IC pump, at $200, I am skeptical of just circulating more hot water through the system... faster(unless adding cooler, which I cant afford both right now, but will later)
-Radiator/HE isolation/separator kit, at $70 this seems to be a bargain, and even something I can easily fab myself. How much benefit might you see from separating the two?
-Radiator fan on 10 degrees sooner... Free with tune.

2. Fuel - What is the threshold for mods before these cars run out of Fuel? Is/are the weak link/links in the Fuel Pump, Injectors, Rail, Pump Wiring, Fuel Pressure Regulator? I hear the pulleys dont require a tune from Rob at Needswings, however other SC cars I have modded always ran lean after a pulley.

3. Pulley Saver Kits - Needswings/etc... $200. Is there really that big of problem with the pulleys? I'm trying to justify the expense and have heard mixed reviews.

Any suggestions welcome!

T
 
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