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The best modifications for the 348

Discussion in '348/355' started by marc556, Aug 24, 2010.

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  1. marc556

    marc556 Formula Junior
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    The same thread about the 355 is a very good idea.
    Maybe you'll give me some idea to modify my car !


    Don't say ' the best way is to switche my 348 for a 355 !'
     
  2. gothspeed

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    355 wheels ....... :D!!!
     
  3. Kaivball

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    #3 Kaivball, Aug 24, 2010
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    Not sure if "best" but these are my big one's:

    SS seats (less weight, better look, lower seat cushions)
    Challenge Wheels (less weight, faster steering)
    Steering wheel extender (easier to get in and out for tall guys like me)
    X-OST exhaust (sound and breathing)
    Hyperflow cats (breathing)
    Hill Engineering spacers

    Kai
     
  4. Kaivball

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    #4 Kaivball, Aug 24, 2010
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    Minor mods:

    Momo Champion Steering wheel
    Hill Engineering gauge rings
    SS shift knob
    De-stickied interior
    Carbon door sills and SS 348 logo

    Kai
     
  5. marc556

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    #5 marc556, Aug 24, 2010
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    No stronger parts for the gearbox?
    Hill Engineering parts for the engine?
     
  6. Kaivball

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    HE tension pullies instead of OEM.

    348's don't have the header and valve guide problems.

    Kai
     
  7. copterjon

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    The best modification for the 348 is do nothing but required service and in my opinion that is still too much. I've only taken this attitude after having my car with lots of modifications for sale and getting nothing but crap from bottom feeders. Apparently these cars are worth nothing and adding anything to them is throwing money away. How I wish I would have known that before I bought it....oh well.

    Just my sarcastic two cents.;)

    Cheers!
     
  8. ghardt

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    Test Pipes and new sticky tires.
     
  9. VTChris

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    I think the best modification is changing the wheels to something that suits your tastes.
    And you can switch it back to stock easily.
     
  10. AceMaster

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    Totally agree...the 355 wheels look better on the 348 then they do on the 355 (okay, I am running for cover now :p)
     
  11. AceMaster

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    Also Hill Engineering throw-out bearing in the clutch.
     
  12. 360DUSTIN

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    yep, wheels! N a loud exhaust. Both equal smiles and are easy to but back to stock.
     
  13. vvassallo

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    355 wheels and tires yes! Don't forget the spacers at least for the rears.

    Next, replace the dual can exhaust system with a single can aftermarket product, like goth's (from headers to tips).

    Get rid of extra weight - stereo, alarm, replace stock seats, etc. Maybe you can't get much HP gains, but you sure as he77 can make the car faster!
     
  14. plugzit

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    #14 plugzit, Aug 24, 2010
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    Reupholstered Challenge Seats -80lbs!
    Odyssey 680 Battery -25
    Splitter for stability
    Convex mirrors for visibility -4
    Radio & rediculous amp delete -15
    Passport radar detector
    A/C & floor mat delete -25
    25/29 drop gears
    355 front shocks & springs
    Lightweight muff system -40
    Hello Kitty license plate frame
    for your viewing pleasure
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  15. jmiff348

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    My list:

    - Hill tensioner bearings
    - Stock aluminum timing belt shroud pieces (to replace the brittle black plastic on later model 348s)
    - Aftermarket shields
    - Hill alum. pedal kit and footrest
    - Hill alum. shift knob
    - Nouvalari exhaust
    - High-flow cats
    - Refinish sticky dash/console parts and interior door handles
     
  16. rbellezza

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    It's just like mine !
     
  17. AceMaster

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    Jim, the only problem is that these are unobtanium.
     
  18. VTChris

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    #18 VTChris, Aug 24, 2010
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  19. gothspeed

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    I like that :)!!
     
  20. jmiff348

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    Dang, I thought was a "1 of 1"! :)

    Doesn't that just make them all the more desirable??? ;)
     
  21. jmiff348

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    I had the exact same problem when I lived in Arkansas. Never got around to adding this kind of mod, though. Nice work!
     
  22. AceMaster

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    Great job guys
     
  23. captglen

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    #23 captglen, Aug 24, 2010
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    Here is what I did and then some pics
    Hill speed pedals and dead pedal
    Hill Shift knob
    Hill Pass Kick Plate
    Nouvalari Sport Cats
    Nouvalari SuperSport Exhaust
    360 Wheels with wider tires
    Metal Fender Badges
    In dash ( Hidden) Front and Rear Radar Laser Jammer Detector
    CF Door sills and Logo
    Nardi Wood Steering wheel
    Plexiglass custom Drink holder for console--removable
    All parts destickied
    K & N Air filter
    Hill Front skid plates
    Am/Fm/CD/Bluetooth Hands Free Stereo
    Focal Amplifier
    Focal Speakers
    Dave Helms Gold connector Kit

    and who knows what else A:)
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  24. fatbillybob

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  25. Ingenere

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    The best modification that most exotic car owners need is multiple high performance driver's schools.
     

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