Hey Everyone,
WELCOME TO THE CLANK1051 BUILD THREAD!!!
In this thread, I hope to capture my journey of building and modifying my Hyundai Elantra Sport.
When it comes to my vehicle I am function over form. The modifications and changes that I make to my vehicle are done so with the intent to enhance the performance of it. I would rather have a regular looking Elantra that is super fast and agile than a tricked out looking stock peanut.
With this in mind, LET'S BEGIN!!
First, lets go over what is already in the car.
1. SXTH Element Shifter Assembly Bushings and Shifter Cable end Bushings
These were an incredibly easy and simple install that makes a huge improvement when it comes to your shifting. I believe the whole set was $70 and it took me a bout an hour and a half to install in both locations (Inner console & Above the transmission).
2. Big Gulp Intake from DamnFastDD
Overall Good Kit. They include everything that you need to replace the Factory intake with a bigger and better flowing intake. Turbo spools much quicker and the car has better acceleration. It also gives you a great blow off sound. DamnFast DD also includes a breather kit to replace the tube routing the crankcase back into the intake. That was one of my favorite parts of this modification. I had about 25K miles on the car when I made this change and I could see how much oil was going back into the turbo and the engine (None of which is ok).
3. SXTH Element Rear Sway Bar
I actually did an install write up for this if you would like to learn about what the install is like. Here is the link:
http://www.elantrasport.com/forum/1...01-sxth-generation-rear-sway-bar-install.html
Good price. Only $170. The install was super easy and it made a huge difference in the rear end of the vehicle. The car feels like it has better traction and you hug turns and corners so much nicer.
4. Resonator Delete Pipe by DamnFastDD
Really does not matter who you get this through. They are all the same. I got this mod because it was cheap. It costed me $20 and the install was easy. I don't know if it even made a difference. Nothing that I ever noticed but I supposed better air flow is always a good thing.
That is it as far as what is in the car now. I wasn't able to do much since I was still in school. Since graduating, I have acquired a new job and I have a bit more disposable income so I am hoping to do much more this year.
Here is the "WISH" List:
Engine:
Lightweight Water Pump Pulley by Shark Racing
Volt Stabilizer and Ground Wire Kit by Shark Racing
Oil Catch Can by Unknown (Haven't decided who I want to get this from yet)
Fuel Pump Feed Kit by SXTH Element
Silicone Radiator Hose Set by SXTH Element
Performance Thermostat by Shark Racing
Electronic Boost Control Solenoid by DamnFastDD
Oil Cooler Kit - I have been looking at the Mishimoto kit but I will make by final decision further down the road
Turbo/Intercooler:
Upgraded Turbo Kit by SXTH Element
Upgraded FMIC by Unknown
BOV by Unknown
MAC BOV Solenoid Upgrade by SXTH Element
Exhaust:
High Flow Cat Downpipe by SXTH Element- I still need this car to pass emissions so a high flow cat is my best bet.
Cat Back Exhaust - I was actually planning to get this from DamnFast DD but since then I have looked into making my own exhaust. Fortunatley, I have welding capabilities at my place of work so this may be a DIY project. More on this to come.
Suspension:
Pillow Ball Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Set by Shark Racing
Coilovers - I do not know if I will put them in. I don't not plan to stance my vehicle but if I have the extra money in the future an inch or two lower would certainly enhance the cars agility and maneuverability.
Brakes:
Big Brake Kit - Right now I believe Shark Racing is the only company with a Big Brake kit. This is something that I plan to do much further down the road so I will revisit this when I am ready. For now, I plan to use better brake pads and slotted rotors.
Exterior:
Custom Headlight Assembly - I am actually looking to do exactly what SXTH Element did with their Elantra. I think that Mario Kart rainbow set up looks dope.
Front Splitter - I am looking to fabricate a custom splitter myself. This is more to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle compared to looks
As you may have noticed, I am making sure to upgrade a lot of my engine so that it will be able to handle the upgraded boost and power that I plan to run. I also do this to improve the overall health and longevity of the engine.
I think that is it for the starter post. My next upgrade that I am attacking is the exhaust. I am currently looking into the cost and what it would entail to have my own custom exhaust fabricated.
More on all of this to come.
Thank you all for your time,
Stephen
WELCOME TO THE CLANK1051 BUILD THREAD!!!
In this thread, I hope to capture my journey of building and modifying my Hyundai Elantra Sport.
When it comes to my vehicle I am function over form. The modifications and changes that I make to my vehicle are done so with the intent to enhance the performance of it. I would rather have a regular looking Elantra that is super fast and agile than a tricked out looking stock peanut.
With this in mind, LET'S BEGIN!!
First, lets go over what is already in the car.
1. SXTH Element Shifter Assembly Bushings and Shifter Cable end Bushings
These were an incredibly easy and simple install that makes a huge improvement when it comes to your shifting. I believe the whole set was $70 and it took me a bout an hour and a half to install in both locations (Inner console & Above the transmission).
2. Big Gulp Intake from DamnFastDD
Overall Good Kit. They include everything that you need to replace the Factory intake with a bigger and better flowing intake. Turbo spools much quicker and the car has better acceleration. It also gives you a great blow off sound. DamnFast DD also includes a breather kit to replace the tube routing the crankcase back into the intake. That was one of my favorite parts of this modification. I had about 25K miles on the car when I made this change and I could see how much oil was going back into the turbo and the engine (None of which is ok).
3. SXTH Element Rear Sway Bar
I actually did an install write up for this if you would like to learn about what the install is like. Here is the link:
http://www.elantrasport.com/forum/1...01-sxth-generation-rear-sway-bar-install.html
Good price. Only $170. The install was super easy and it made a huge difference in the rear end of the vehicle. The car feels like it has better traction and you hug turns and corners so much nicer.
4. Resonator Delete Pipe by DamnFastDD
Really does not matter who you get this through. They are all the same. I got this mod because it was cheap. It costed me $20 and the install was easy. I don't know if it even made a difference. Nothing that I ever noticed but I supposed better air flow is always a good thing.
That is it as far as what is in the car now. I wasn't able to do much since I was still in school. Since graduating, I have acquired a new job and I have a bit more disposable income so I am hoping to do much more this year.
Here is the "WISH" List:
Engine:
Lightweight Water Pump Pulley by Shark Racing
Volt Stabilizer and Ground Wire Kit by Shark Racing
Oil Catch Can by Unknown (Haven't decided who I want to get this from yet)
Fuel Pump Feed Kit by SXTH Element
Silicone Radiator Hose Set by SXTH Element
Performance Thermostat by Shark Racing
Electronic Boost Control Solenoid by DamnFastDD
Oil Cooler Kit - I have been looking at the Mishimoto kit but I will make by final decision further down the road
Turbo/Intercooler:
Upgraded Turbo Kit by SXTH Element
Upgraded FMIC by Unknown
BOV by Unknown
MAC BOV Solenoid Upgrade by SXTH Element
Exhaust:
High Flow Cat Downpipe by SXTH Element- I still need this car to pass emissions so a high flow cat is my best bet.
Cat Back Exhaust - I was actually planning to get this from DamnFast DD but since then I have looked into making my own exhaust. Fortunatley, I have welding capabilities at my place of work so this may be a DIY project. More on this to come.
Suspension:
Pillow Ball Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Set by Shark Racing
Coilovers - I do not know if I will put them in. I don't not plan to stance my vehicle but if I have the extra money in the future an inch or two lower would certainly enhance the cars agility and maneuverability.
Brakes:
Big Brake Kit - Right now I believe Shark Racing is the only company with a Big Brake kit. This is something that I plan to do much further down the road so I will revisit this when I am ready. For now, I plan to use better brake pads and slotted rotors.
Exterior:
Custom Headlight Assembly - I am actually looking to do exactly what SXTH Element did with their Elantra. I think that Mario Kart rainbow set up looks dope.
Front Splitter - I am looking to fabricate a custom splitter myself. This is more to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle compared to looks
As you may have noticed, I am making sure to upgrade a lot of my engine so that it will be able to handle the upgraded boost and power that I plan to run. I also do this to improve the overall health and longevity of the engine.
I think that is it for the starter post. My next upgrade that I am attacking is the exhaust. I am currently looking into the cost and what it would entail to have my own custom exhaust fabricated.
More on all of this to come.
Thank you all for your time,
Stephen