Originally posted by JVT:
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#3 B&M short throw (yes), KKM intake, Miks or custom heat shield, Dual-mode Damper instead of the SHO Shope pullies, don't get the Superchip if you're doing more mods eventually, H&Rs (yes), get new struts too, 40k miles on the stock ones = they're shot (meaning you put H&Rs on them, the car will ride like crap), Konis or ST200 struts would do fine.

As far as wheels, it's all a matter of weight. Stay under 21-22lbs per wheel (stock is 20-21) and it's unlikely you'll see a performance decrease. (be it 17 or 18")

Download the BAT catalog for hte Contour. (www.batinc.net)

-J







Ok man, now English is my 2nd language, so what the #ell is Dual-mode damper??! Also why do I need Heat Shield?
How much performance gain can I expect and how much would it cost me to have it all installed /excluding the rims and suspension upgrades/.
Last one, what about the Superchip? What if all what Id like to do the engine would be chip + the KKM Intake?! Would that be a good idea? Cuz I've heard that the Superchips works only sometimes, whats the deal with it?
Thanks!