From what I read on here, you seem to have it planned out already. As for brands, look at the vendors on here and decide what you want. There isnt much to choose from when it comes down to a few mods for our generation, but there are some choices. Also under this category at the top theres a few stickies with what bolt ons fit what. Look into those.

 

With $1500 you could get some pretty big gains. Maybe an extra 20-25whp at the end of the day depending on what route you take.

I would stick with FSWerks for the best experience. Otherwise you'll run into a lot of parts that may not fit precisely how you want or work as well with other components you may already have.

 

fswerks header : 400$
fswerks CIA : 250$
fswerks exhaust : 550$
shipping isn't inclued

after that --» toms tune : 399$ + 20$ shipping


1600-1700$ you should be able to have everything you need and you'll have quality products.

I have a magnaflow 2.25'' and a steeda SRI on my 2005 zx5 SES. I'll add a Tom's tune soon and a cosworth manifold next winter

 

Just curious, what gains do you get with all that?

 

DO NOT get a performance chip... they do nothing.

 

performance chips



Drunkyoda, are you talking the plug in chips like the jet chips or ECU flashing using like a SCT X3 or superchip programmer? ECU flashing works, it does marvels, ive never messed with the plug in chips but I know for a fact that ECU Flashers work and word pretty darn good too and it only took roughly 15-20minutes to go from stock tune to Fswerks tune.

 

An OBX header from Ebay is perfectly fine too. Same design as FSW and Cossie but a lot cheaper. Might as well save some cash

 

OBX Header



by chance do you that the part number for OBX header that fits the 2.0 duratec? im interested

 

Looks like your car is stock. I'd add a steeda sri, a Fwerk's exhaust, a dogbone= vf engineering, a reflash w/ a 91-93 octane tune w/ 02 & egr delete. Then add FRPP's 1.5'' springs & dampers. If you have a stick, you'll need a steeda short shifter. If you have some cash left get a header.

 

^^^ no you wouldn't GAIN that much,the 130-135 would be TOTAL HP. You would need more then bolt ons and tune to get 130 more hp.

 

that doesnt make sence my care is rated at 140 hp and with upgrades it goes down? im confused lol

 

Our cars a rates at around 110-115 I think.

 

ok that makes more sense now like i said i am not so good in auto parts. another question i have though is this even worth dropping the cash into? so i would only gain like 20 -25 hp? doesnt seem worth 1800 or am i just under estamating the changes?

 

It's all up to you and what you're willing to live with. If you want to push that much power you'll have to deal with the noise and vibration from having a race header and free flowing exhaust.

My plan is to get a Steeda short-ram intake and have Tom do a custom tune for me and call it a day. It'll be good for extra power but it'll be much easier to live with than going all-out.

 

noise wont bother me at all i got 2 15" subs as well so yea lol but yea i am just concerned i want at least 150 hp out of it without having to go pricy but i think i might be shooting for the starrs without a turbo. in your opinion is 1800 worth that extra 20-25 hp gain? i just dont want to use this money and not notice a gain

 

I'll be honest, it's a Focus not a Lambo. Our cars are pretty lightweight so 20 whp will make a noticeable difference, but if its maximum speed you're after, you'd be better off selling your car and putting that 1800 down on a used sports car.

 

A header, 2.5'' mandrel bent exhaust, a set of 224-0010 crane cams, cfm's udp's, steeda sri, a dogbone, a 91-93 octane reflash, w rear 02 senser & egr delete. Next step is a 23 head on your 20. Or a 23 motor installed. You should be able to get a 23 motor installed, w/ a set of cams, header & a reflash for $1800.

 

I don't even think I could get a 23 installed for 1800. Lol.

 

How much is a 23 motor? $600.-$1000. That'll leave you a little bit to do mods on the motor.

 

Not to high jack your thread but.... what would just a steeda SRI and a lunch box delete net (or cat back exhaust) with out a tune. I fill up about 3 times a week so the extra price of 91 is not worth the power to me.

 

It sounds like you drive the crap out of your car. I would get the SRI and call it a day (net 5 or so), becausr you are racking up the miles and the car will be used up in a couple years.

 

I do drive the crap out of it. Its mostly highway driving. If anything I am going to find out if fords improvments over there cars from 10 years ago has translated into lasting high milage.

I just hit 50,000 a couple of weeks ago.

 

Without a tune, you have nothing to gain by using premium fuels. The short ram will (read: should) improve your mileage while the lunchbox delete will only change the sound coming out the back of the car.

A custom tune will optimize the engine for using a certain type of fuel and the improved airflow; Not only will you see more power, you'll be more likely to see consistent gains in MPG under normal driving conditions.

The stock drivetrain is pretty well sorted from the factory. It can always be "better" but if you were to leave everything stock and perform scheduled maintenance, you will see consistent performance through the life of the vehicle.

 

There are plenty of high mileage Foci around here. If you take care of it, I bet it will last beyond your expectation.

 

I got the Steeda on order. It should help do what I am looking for.

 

im just looking for better engine response and accelaration and maybe better gas mileage as well. im just looking to make it just that much better but if you think that 20 hp is a noticable difference i will take your word on it and see what my little focus can handle. thanks for the help mac mogul

 

So what did you figure out to do?

I just got the Steeda put in today. The improved throttle response and the sound are so much better now. Whats next?

I still miss the good old days before electronic throttle bodies but I must say the improved response does seem to take away some of that disconnect.

Powerstrokes are fly by wire.

 

Once you do bolt-ons and tune, add in a short throw and rear motor mount, lower it, etc. the car becomes really fun. The response is really nice, even at 135whp. It is noticeable over stock for sure. Loved my car at that power level

 

Oh and here's a list:

Used CAI/SRI (forums): 100
OBX Header: 250 shipped on ebay
Catback (Trubendz or something similar): 350 shipped
Tuner (FSW or Tom): 400ish
dogbone inserts (ebay): 30
steeda short throw (ebay): 120 shipped

$1250 all in all. you can probably do better if you scout for used stuff on here and FJ.

 

Lol, $220 header. These cars are CHEAP.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/OBX-SS304-H.../390559624698?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5aef2aedfa&vxp=mtr

 

I just got the Steeda put in today. The improved throttle response and the sound are so much better now.

I still miss the good old days before electronic throttle bodies but I must say the improved response does seem to take away some of that disconnect.

 

DIY short throw shifters just shorten the shifter not the throw

 

You can move the bracket that holds the linkage to the shifter up higher to shorten the throw. But do it right & get the Steeda sts. Steeda has killer sts for Mustang's.

 

I did the Steeda. It does move the linkage higher on the shifter. So much that the trim that holds the shift boot needs to be trimmed to clear the shift linkage.

So yeah. The throws are a bit shorter.