Custom FMIC yes or No?

[Tenc_ms3x]

I have a mechanic who was thinking about doing a custom front mount for my MS3. I"m cool with it but I was just wondering could there be any downsides to me doing this?

 

[redspeed]

None, as long there is no air leaks and piping is the correct size, you should by fine. Keep us posted how it goes.

 

[Vindikacione]

Air has longer distance to travel. Spool up takes a tad longer maybe? Must use SRI due to space.

Personally, I wouldn't do it. Money can be spent on CPE standback/Cobb AP or figuring out a suspension combination that removes all wheel hop. No point in adding power if wheel hop keeps you from using it.

I got very minor mods and wheel hop is killing me. Motor mount and springs are probably next, but still researching...

 

[driver311]

Id stick with aftermarket tmic so your spool is still good, and they seem to make more whp anyhow. I hate the piping on the ms3 when you have an fmic. Looks stupid.

 

[redspeed]

I hate the piping on the ms3 when you have an fmic. Looks stupid.

Efficiency>Looks (thumb)

 

[chriscecc914]

the downside to making a custom FMIC is that they usually cost alot more then the name brand companies FMIC kits. If they are cheaper, they are probably a lot less efficient, will slow down spool, and are probably purchased as universal kits on ebay. If your going to go custom, buy aluminum piping and get the ends rolled, 4 ply silicone couplers, t-bolt clamps and a good core like spearco