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Old Oct 1, 2010 | 07:26 PM
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How effective are basic throttle spacers? Is this something where the brand name counts? Can someone give me any suggestions?
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i have a hell of suggestion, spend your money on something else. i doubt anyone on here chips in with positive input about them
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Throttle body spacers are a glorified paperweight. They will add zero power. Don't waste your money.
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Originally Posted by jjt_33
HIs this something where the brand name counts?
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if you want to throw away some money, you can donate to a vet like me :-)
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Originally Posted by Franchi
Throttle body spacers are a glorified paperweight. They will add zero power. Don't waste your money.
Not to mention crappy drinking glass coasters!
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They're garbage.
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Thanks for the input, I'll put it towards underdrive pulleys instead
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Old Oct 2, 2010 | 03:36 PM
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Thanks for the input, I'll put it towards underdrive pulleys instead
Have you done the ignition upgrade/timing bump yet?
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Originally Posted by GATORB8
Have you done the ignition upgrade/timing bump yet?
"Now that's thinkin with yer dipstick, Jimmy!!!!"
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