Nice video! I am doing a very similar build on my 2008 9-3. 6 speed, front mount IC, 3" charge pipes all around, same header, similar turbo, Go fast bits BOV & wastegate, bigger Bosch injectors, fuel pump and regular...a couple other goodies. So what are you planning on doing for the tune? Have someone do it or use Tsuite?
Sick! Gunna do T8 to max its limitations with the tuner Mackanized. Been chatting with him need some MAF and map changes - if that doesn’t hit 500hp I’ll do a standalone
@thejsgarage this is the same guy I plan on using. From everything I've seen on the trionic form he really knows these cars like the back of his hand! Did he mention anything about needing a wide band O2 and a 2 or 3 bar map?
@thejsgarage cool man I will definitely follow your build! Nobody plays with these cars much anymore so they are kinda unique when they get some performance goodies!
Couple questions from another 2.0 owner: !) at 4:53 mine sometimes splits apart but I can just push it together again. Might this cause issues, even if I have an auto? I have not had issues when I brake but the car has had a chronic reoccuring misfire even after resolving it multiple times 2) 6:08 shows secondary air system - my 06 just has a hole there. I'm assuming it's fine as it is without the pipes? Love the content and can't wait to see more, super helpful for my build!!
The misfire is most likely your coil if it happens until throttle or boost. I need to double check if the auto has this same brake booster vacuum line but I believe it does. Regarding the SAI, yes it has a hole so they could use that air box on both SAI and non SAI models.
I randomly found this one on Walmart.com of all places through a google search for ‘saab 9-3 OBX downpipe’ lol idk how/why it was on there but it was the last one in stock. Got it for like $165 for something insane but couldn’t ship to CA
you not using defoulers to get those sensors out of the exhaust stream, why would you restricting flow 🙄 the very thing you are trying to prevent by installing the downpipe in the first place
HEY YOU!!! What are you doing bending your own $1500 500hp build rule? Shame on you. :) ofc there will be no problems getting to 500hp with unlimited budget, but sure takes the fun out of it, because now everyone can do it - it's not unique anymore.
Nice video! I am doing a very similar build on my 2008 9-3. 6 speed, front mount IC, 3" charge pipes all around, same header, similar turbo, Go fast bits BOV & wastegate, bigger Bosch injectors, fuel pump and regular...a couple other goodies. So what are you planning on doing for the tune? Have someone do it or use Tsuite?
Sick! Gunna do T8 to max its limitations with the tuner Mackanized. Been chatting with him need some MAF and map changes - if that doesn’t hit 500hp I’ll do a standalone
@thejsgarage this is the same guy I plan on using. From everything I've seen on the trionic form he really knows these cars like the back of his hand! Did he mention anything about needing a wide band O2 and a 2 or 3 bar map?
@ 3 bar map for sure! I’m doing a future video about my emails with him where I’ll outline all his feedback and recommendations
@thejsgarage cool man I will definitely follow your build! Nobody plays with these cars much anymore so they are kinda unique when they get some performance goodies!
Couple questions from another 2.0 owner: !) at 4:53 mine sometimes splits apart but I can just push it together again. Might this cause issues, even if I have an auto? I have not had issues when I brake but the car has had a chronic reoccuring misfire even after resolving it multiple times 2) 6:08 shows secondary air system - my 06 just has a hole there. I'm assuming it's fine as it is without the pipes? Love the content and can't wait to see more, super helpful for my build!!
The misfire is most likely your coil if it happens until throttle or boost. I need to double check if the auto has this same brake booster vacuum line but I believe it does. Regarding the SAI, yes it has a hole so they could use that air box on both SAI and non SAI models.
@thejsgarage appreciate the help boss🤙🤙
Got the best OE wheels on that one. Bought a set just for my '09. EDIT: Well the ones in the intro at least.
You think?! I like the 5 spokes best cuz they’re bigger but I’ve always had these on my non aero models
homie needs a pipe expander for his exhaust install
Me - I’m homie
You got a link for that DP?
Nahhh bro I think it was a random wholesale deal on Amazon.com
sick af
Thanks yo
also we need a link to the obx pipe
I randomly found this one on Walmart.com of all places through a google search for ‘saab 9-3 OBX downpipe’ lol idk how/why it was on there but it was the last one in stock. Got it for like $165 for something insane but couldn’t ship to CA
I need an aero lip and a new dual exit exhaust so bad lol
you not using defoulers to get those sensors out of the exhaust stream, why would you restricting flow 🙄 the very thing you are trying to prevent by installing the downpipe in the first place
You think an 02 sensor is the bottleneck? This downpipe eliminates the restrictive cat and is 3” all the way out.. not sure on your logic here
will this work on a 09 2.0T
It should yes! if you have an XWD I’m not positive about the downpipe payment though because the transfer case is slightly different maybe
HEY YOU!!! What are you doing bending your own $1500 500hp build rule? Shame on you. :) ofc there will be no problems getting to 500hp with unlimited budget, but sure takes the fun out of it, because now everyone can do it - it's not unique anymore.
Trying to keep it as budget as possible! Will update everyone on the budget/current spending in the next video launching this weekend.
recycling this shit?
The content? This was prior to the big turbo build but it’s relevant for anyone that wants to keep stock turbo