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The Little Engine That Could 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be Wayne on  Tue Apr 16 06:39 CST 2002 [RELATED]

I have been reading these threads for a few years now and have not seen any improvements that provide better acceleration for a reasonable cost. Alloy wheels will not make the car accelerate faster and a chip will only get you something like 10 hp. It would not be noticeable. Alloy wheels could potentially reduce unsprung weight and improve handling with wider, lower profile tires. This will come at the expense of ride quality, however. I am looking at new struts and a strut tower brace for my NA 850 (already have alloys). I have not anything to the airbox and would be concerned that I would mess it up. Good luck.






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New The Little Engine That Could [850][1996]
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