The people downvoting this video are the types to buy an Autozone hood scoop and stick it to their roof. 🤣🤣🤣
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I hope no one falls that deep into the wrongful mods 😅
@user-dx9jr4pz2y4 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia please help
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Whats up 👀
@NapFloridian4 жыл бұрын
I bought a scoop at Autozone and clued it onto the Roof... whats wrong with that? Its may money and I spend it how I want...
@user-dx9jr4pz2y4 жыл бұрын
@@NapFloridian help me with food
@kablaam10004 жыл бұрын
Engineering explained did a video on filters for his Crosstrek and made almost 5hp more than oem filter.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I'll have to check that one out 🔥
@tjbroomfield20244 жыл бұрын
Was going to bring this up; upvoted.
@DC-rq1xl4 жыл бұрын
This is true. Tested a BMC filter on a bone stock GTI and it averaged 8hp increase on a MAHA Dyno.
@Boondocks0884 жыл бұрын
What oil filter do you recommend? 😳
@messmeister924 жыл бұрын
5 HP is not worth a fight with your Subaru dealer if something goes wrong.
@thatonedude33124 жыл бұрын
6 Mods That Are A Waste Of Money For A Daily Driver 6. quick release steering wheel 0:43 5. fixed back seat/race harness 2:56 4. high flow panel air filters 5:19 3. turbo timers (on watercooled turbos) 6:36 2. useless aero 8:24 1. fake vents/shrouds 10:34
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥
@andrewregard72504 жыл бұрын
You the real MVP
@greggorman36564 жыл бұрын
clutch
@jaggerjdm97873 жыл бұрын
yes but think about how cool all of those make your car look
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
All the hot boi points
@scottymonochrome37954 жыл бұрын
Favorite Mods for my Daily: -Custom Reupholstery (seats, floorliner, headliner) -Upgraded Sub+Speakers -Wheels/Tires -Window Tint -Piggyback Tuner (1 map for MPG, 1 map for racing, 1 map for friends/family)
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Tint is a good one to add, no one likes driving in a fishbowl
@scottymonochrome37954 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia It's so important to ask your installer 'how will this affect driving at night'; saved me a couple $$$ going with a less dark tint than I thought I wanted.
@dandingerat4 жыл бұрын
@@scottymonochrome3795 Look into light sensitive tint that can change opacity depending on light ( darker in sun )
@tracklizard40183 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I love super clear windows!
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
Wanted to correct myself, I do retract what I said about the drop in filters. I totally spaced that they are resuable and cleanable. Although power numbers are still inflated 🤷♂️
@freddysevolution93 жыл бұрын
Point of getting them is cost effective. $80 for 10 years is a plus rather than change a disposable one every year for $25
@LunasLostLove Жыл бұрын
shame about the power not being as advertised. i kinda like the idea of keeping the stock airbox.
@brandonolson19596 ай бұрын
Was looking for thus comment
@cameronortega44753 жыл бұрын
When your daily is so old the steering wheel doesn’t have a steering wheel air bag 😈
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥
@melvinmercurio52903 жыл бұрын
drive like an old lady. be safe.
@sandpai53984 жыл бұрын
frfr it's good you mentioned the safety with quick disconnect steering, bucket seats etc.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Theyre not meant for street applications and can be mkre dangerous than they are in a real world accident. Wouldn't want to see anyone get hurt!
@sandpai53984 жыл бұрын
@@seemlesslies yes good points
@quintonholley59233 жыл бұрын
Jacob Ingram They also aren’t designed for use without a helmet and neck brace deal. They don’t stretch in an accident (as commercial 3 points do which is why you are supposed to replace them after a bad accident) so you can really mess up/snap your neck.
@ce4162 Жыл бұрын
I agree with you about the seat. Those seats looks cool, but is so uncomfortable especially on look trips. And it’s hard to get head while driving on those seats.
@TacticalBunnyCA4 жыл бұрын
That “DOHC i V-TECH” sticker will make your ‘95 d15 Civic so fast!
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
+32 WHP
@JoshDTech4 жыл бұрын
Instead of speed I would focus on comfort on the daily driver.
@Black16STI4 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie, just drove 2.5 hours back from the track today and my Sparco QRT Evo seat is wayyyyy comfier than my stock STI seat.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Some aftermarket seats are not too bad, some that ive had are awful. I use to have the Sparco sprints a few years back and they wrecked me 😂
@Black16STI4 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I don't doubt it. I added some additional cushions and the thing cradles you nicely. I will say, when i do go to the store or drive it around town, it's not the most graceful getting out..... but #racecar.
@mattholmes82144 жыл бұрын
When I needed a new panel filter I was recommended an HKS super hybrid. Totally worth the price being washable and it even fit the airbox better than the OEM filter. It's probably saved me money in the long run instead of buying new oems every 6 months.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I totally spaced on thr cleaning and reusabiliry aspect of panel filters, retract my statements about them with the exception of manufacturers inflating their numbers 🔥
@supercattelephone Жыл бұрын
the only issue I have with them is that I hear since they are "higher flow" most people don't understand that also means they do less filtering and more debris can get into your engine. I understand most people using them clean them regularly and probably don't mind but for daily drivers I still think it might be a bit of a waste.
@mattholmes8214 Жыл бұрын
@@supercattelephone just because they flow more doesn't mean they do less filtering. A filter can be made with better materials and design and flow more while still being an effective and efficient filter.
@rokstartobby1234 жыл бұрын
As a frs owner. The drop in air filter has been proven to be true. 1. For the K&N drop in filter dyno results do show a +5 peak hp gain. But 2. Dyno sheets do show that CAI do less or just as much as a drop in filter. So you're wasting more money for something that makes as much as a high flow filter. And 3. You save money by not having to change the filter, just wash it and you're good to go.
@losdc51854 жыл бұрын
Those Shoe laces being so long is a pointless converse mod😂😂. I’m always doing double knots to keep em short 😭
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I need to cut them but everytime I do they turn into like 40 shoe laces because they fall apart 😅
@freerider87374 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia use a lighter/open flame and itll melt the ends shut. your welcome
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Ohhhhh you right 🔥
@HavokStrifeX4 жыл бұрын
Great list! I was so guilty of the air filters when I was ricing out Hondas. I so believed it added 5-10 HP to my NA 140 HP Integra. 🤣🤣 I actually watched your splitter mounting videos after bring up aero. You did that install soooooo professional. Usually any "car specific" pre drilled body panel is no where near right and needs a ton of work. I did get a kick out of the Neon having just about all of these. 🤫
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Haha the poor neon 😅 it needs a some attention to get it proper again. And I'm all for aero mods just as long as they're mounted properly l. And we've all been guilty of some of these mods 😅
@mknugget16284 жыл бұрын
Me: feeling attacked as I watch this on lunch in my 02 wrx that has fixed back bucket seats and a quick release... Also Me: Hes not wrong tho....
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Theyre not bad mods to have, just not the best for a daily or street car 😅 Also whats for lunch? 👀
@sammylam16494 жыл бұрын
quick release steering isn't so bad for daily cars tho. whenever you park the car you can just pop it off and bring it with you into the house/workplace or just hide it in the trunk to deter any car thieves
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
What if a car theif brings his own steering wheel? 👀 Its more or less the safety aspect or removing air bags and driving around public roads with them off.
@sammylam16494 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia what are the chances of that happening? i doubt car thieves will be that "professional", especially in my country. idk about the us tho
@Turtle_Legs4 жыл бұрын
@@sammylam1649 I used to take the steering, tires and engine with me into work, but one day my idea was foiled by a steering wheel, tire, engine carrying thief. They're becoming smart my man!
@vballwise4 жыл бұрын
The street vs track car idea is partially why I’m happy staying at Stage 2. There’s no point dumping thousands of dollars more into my STI before getting used to the current power on a track.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Agreexd, fond the weak points of the car and go from there 🔥
@bsiccs2 жыл бұрын
Push a car by rotating the tires rather than pushing the whole car. It’s easier. Don’t remember where I learned that, but it’ll save your legs, arm, and back a lot of aches.
@Smeedia2 жыл бұрын
Started doing this and it's a life saver!
@codykamminga96674 жыл бұрын
The air filter one is good in my opinion, K&N are highflow. They don’t need to be replaced like normal filters, which can save you money, because you don’t need to keep replacing your airfilter, buy a K&N for €50 and clean it every 40k miles for like €5 per clean, or get a new one every 10k for 10-15, after 50k miles, you are cheaper off with a K&N and it basically has free better airflow
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I retracted what i said abkut the drop in filters in a few comments. I overlooked the fact they can be cleaned 😖
@chriso137316 күн бұрын
One thing people dont realize is if you're not running a cage, harnesses are deadly compared to a regular 3 point.
@connordunckel69054 жыл бұрын
#3 just get a k&n, like $50 but you never have to buy another one
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
To an extent, you can only clean them so many times. But not a bad option, did not even think of that
@connordunckel69054 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia overall it still costs less, supposed to filter better but I could care less oem does plenty good
@winnguyensituation474 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia Also, for the brz/86 specifically, Bob from Drift Office says that a high flow drop in filter is all you need up to a certain WHP since it's designed well from factory. I pretty much only did headers, K&N filter, and a tune from bob when I had an 86 to get rid of the torque dip and a tiny bit more power.
@s8n4694 жыл бұрын
I went with a K&N, just so I dont have to fight with the stock air box (as much).
@mendez_guzman96614 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@ahhh62014 жыл бұрын
Im really happy that in this video you acknowledged that its ok to do things to do YOUR car just for looks. Too much shaming going on from both the aesthetic and performance sides of the car scene a lot of the time.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Oh yes by all means, your car your moneh do what you wish, some people do some of the mods for the looks and there is nothing wrong with that at all 🔥 just trying to help people avoid buying the cheaper variant to only buy the functional one later on so they're not double spending on the same part. I've done it before and have wasted enough money that I hope I can helo someone avoid the same pitfall 😅
@SimpleChigga4 жыл бұрын
Best mods: Neon lights Carbon fibre hood Big obnoxious spoiler Rocket bunny kit
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
*Lamborghini doors
@SimpleChigga4 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia oh i forgot
@nathanfarrell11164 жыл бұрын
absolutely loving how frequent these vids are! just bought an 08 impreza myself
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And hatchback or sedan?! 🔥😁
@nathanfarrell11164 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia Gold Hatchback NA Manual, cant wait for smeedia stickers
@dmino4 жыл бұрын
Truth. I loved all of your comments and I wish more people would listen to this logic. Thank you!
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Apprefiate the support snd trying to help out where I can 🙌
@tlamedia_4 жыл бұрын
My seats are already uncomfortable for 2+ hour road trips
@jackmcdonald8355 Жыл бұрын
As someone who removed an airbag from a car, it's not worth it. I put an aftermarket Corbeau plaid racing seat in my MK7 GTI... then I needed the seat airbag. I ended up with 3 broken vertebrae and a broken tailbone. I'm ok now, but trust me when I say it's not worth it.
@jackr69274 жыл бұрын
Subaru’s in general usually come with shit speakers so that was the first thing I did. I should be getting a head unit pretty soon 🤙
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Very vsry true! The OE ones are garbage
@802Garage4 жыл бұрын
This came up on my suggestions page. Just found the channel and definitely subscribed. Super high quality video! I also agree with you on every account. For example, I run cheap paper panel filters on my car. High pleat count and preferably with a metal mesh. My K&N filter was very disappointing and got my intake oily. People say they are over oiled from factory, but either way I don't think they are worth the cost at all. Plus the paper filters I just blow out with compressed air! Spot on with the steering wheel and seat too. Lots of discomfort and reduced safety. Just get some OEM upgrades from a later car, especially with Subaru.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the support and the feedback! 😁🔥 I'm just not a huge fan or removong some of the saftet aspects of the car if someone will be constantly driving them on the street 😅
@dielawn84702 жыл бұрын
Was scared to watch this and was hoping my mods weren’t on this list and they weren’t 😂
@Smeedia2 жыл бұрын
Made it through 😅🔥
@alecmillea4539 Жыл бұрын
I agree on everything but the panel filters. It has been shown through multiple different unbiased third party tests that a high quality K&N filter will add power and help acceleration to a measurable and consistent degree. In addition the fact they are washable and reusable means that they work out cheaper if you plan on keeping the car for longer than 3 years. An aftermarket intake will likely make a larger difference but also means more nvh, cost and potential for complications. Also the car should really be retuned, which dramatically adds to the cost involved if you want to retain good reliability.
@pab37832 жыл бұрын
Tanner, what about big stock location turbos (FP Black etc)? To each his own (I remember your yellow STI with the FP Black), but having an anemic power-band below 5k RPM is not great for daily traffic. Yes, I think about a bigger turbo but think I'll regret it if I do. Any thoughts?
@Smeedia2 жыл бұрын
Honestly the black was a far better dd turbo than my rotated set up. Was actually usable power. Even an FP Green or red would be a great choice
@pab37832 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia cool. Good to know. Thanks man. Always appreciate your feedback.
@WRXMAN-ms2mm4 жыл бұрын
Interesting list and perspective on ineffective mods for a daily driver. By and large I agree 👍 with you and especially agree on steering wheels and keeping the “life saving” airbag. Regarding seats if premium brands don’t use hard as a rock 🧱 racing seats for daily drivers there is probably a dam good reason or reasons. With regards to high flow drop in air filters in the OEM box I somewhat agree where you are talking one time use. Save your $$$. A reusable high flow “dry” filter from a manufacturer like Grimmspeed (“Dry Con”) I think is a different cat, especially when you consider the testing protocol they used, no smoke and mirrors.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
As long as there is some proof into what the panel filters are doing I can justify it if it is also re usable and one that you can clean. 🔥
@2988jake4 жыл бұрын
Right up there with removing the air bag is people that run harnesses and a harness bar (with out a cage) on the street. It makes a side impact that you would normally walk away from potentially deadly ☠️
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Yesssss, or bolting the harness to the back of the seat, neither of which are good options to do
@wheelmanvicful4 жыл бұрын
Best mods for a daily Rims Stereo system Tints Keep it clean
@shahrozahmad4753 жыл бұрын
I really wish I was taught about cars instead of being self taught... it’s expensive to self teach a lot of “learning the hard way” but I love cars
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
Ive learned the hard way too many times 😅
@RazzleFrazzle3 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same boat. Its expensive and very time intensive.
@cobrajeff962 жыл бұрын
The number one question to be asked when the aliens finally come: what oil filter you run bro?
@Smeedia2 жыл бұрын
Mazda Tokyo rokis 🤙🙏
@andres_chartreux4 жыл бұрын
I once installed a high flow filter and let me tell you my car was happier than ever!!! ....... Maybe it had something to do with the fact the oem filter was never replaced by the first owner, and it was full of crap?... yeah, most likely that...
@Spiritcr1jsher4 жыл бұрын
Interesting fact , airbags do nothing but harm you if you wear a seat belt.
@mattij3814 Жыл бұрын
For what it’s worth, certain drop in air filters have been dyno proven to make a significant increase in power (by significant I mean not within the noise, 3-5 hp). Engineering explained has a video on it for example. Absolutely worth it on a stock air box in my opinion though I’ve never run one
@MohammedShahid6944 жыл бұрын
I agree.. just the quick release I would use for security..my car ain't a daily nor track lol. But still a street car.. good vid
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
What if a theif brought their own wheel 😉 lol jk but they can be a good security measure too
@MohammedShahid6944 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia nrg sell cover that locks into the quick release so no1 can use another wheel ..
@MohammedShahid6944 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia too many damn car thieves where I'm from.. lol
@joecam71094 жыл бұрын
Man...that car would look so sick without that gigantic spoiler.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
For a while it was wingless, was super clean 🔥
@R1Armadill04 жыл бұрын
To each their own... gotta have ma wing!
@jonathanvalencia18432 жыл бұрын
i had a brz and swapping the steering wheel was one of the best choices i ever made , it saved my head and my life, someone took a light and caused me to t bone them and luckily the airbag didn’t mess my head up worse… let alone me hitting the wheel
@ChriswithaCrc3 жыл бұрын
Agree with all of the above , so many cars driven around in my local town that just add aero and splitters that do sod all . Yes they look cool but they can actually effect handling in a negative way .
@raptoranderson4 жыл бұрын
Since no-one has mentioned it yet ... The concept behind a turbo-timer is that when you switch the car off a couple things COULD happen to your turbo: 1. It is not allowed sufficient time to transfer heat to the fluids that cool it since those fluids are no longer moving with the engine switched off. As a result the turbo retains all of its heat and could overheat which could damage some of its internals. 2. The small amount of oil that still resides in the turbo or in the lines near to it could be baked and clog up the lines or the turbo as that oil is no longer being moved by the engine but is still subjected to the heat of the turbo as it cools down. This means that when you then switch your car on again, there is either an oil blockage caused by that oil or you have a baked chunk of oil now flying around your engine or your turbo that could damage something. While those things may happen, they're incredibly unlikely in street applications. Turbo-timers are mostly a gimmick. However I still allow my car a minute or two to cool down before I turn it off if I have been doing any particularly hard driving just for peace of mind.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Totally understandable, I do think that they are over hyped for what they are and it leads people to believe that they provide this false sense of security when its not a modification that is needed for a stock turbo or water cooled turbo.
@Motorsportsgeek4 жыл бұрын
The point of the "performance filter" is that its cleanable and lasts a lifetime. Yes its expensive at first but it will pay for itself in the long term since it wont need replacing.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I retracted what i said abkut the drop in filters in a few comments. I overlooked the fact they can be cleaned 😖
@emiliosanchez3133 жыл бұрын
I have to park farther away than my house, so the only reason why I have a quick release is so I know no one can still it at all.
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
It is a good security measure 🙏
@Rs3mocha2 жыл бұрын
in essence, dont rice out your car done
@giovannipacheco87304 жыл бұрын
I disagree with the high flow air filter. They’re reusable! Spend the $35 and have it for years. I’ve had mine for 4 years now and I clean it every 12k miles. I’ve saved over $120. Of course, that’s just my opinion. I’m cheap! Haha!
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I did not even think about the cleaning aspect and re usability of them! Good info to add into it though! 🔥
@marcusantonius48494 жыл бұрын
Dry flow filters are the best. You don’t have to worry about over oiling the filter after you clean them.
@BajaDeezNutz4 жыл бұрын
Marcus Antonius Dry filters are very practical but from my experience with them, K&N’s oiled filters seem to provide more power gain than dry ones. I own an IS250 and my brother has an IS200t and I’ve researched into filter kits for both cars and from these two, K&N seems to put out the most gains on the dyno opposed to AEM’s dry filter. Now for my NA V6, air filter doesn’t make much of a difference but my brother’s turbo does see a substantial peak increase of 32...? horsepower. Which is pretty damn impressive. Just don’t over-oil it and they are the best investment you can make on your car 👍🏼
@josephwilding51424 жыл бұрын
Jokes on you my car never had airbags, especially in the steering wheel. my seat belts only retain with the door open. It's N/A (wtf is a turbo timer). Cars a square block (aero who?) And fake anything is just rice.
@xSLWRTHNUx Жыл бұрын
3:02 "I promise you" 3:42 "I promise you" 4:03 "I promise you" 4:11 "I promise you" 4:32 "I promise you" 6:13 "I promise you"
@MrGamzar321 Жыл бұрын
I just watched your things to not do with a boosted car video and im in love with your channel lol
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Eyyy thank you Shane!
@needmoney4GT3RS4 жыл бұрын
A humbling experience, glad KZfaq gave me a reality check LMFAO
@Panzerlang Жыл бұрын
Well, you might as well call any engine mods for more power a complete waste of money for a non-track car, given what the legal speed-limits are.
@Eagleye117004 жыл бұрын
Glad I haven’t wasted my money on any of those thanks for the reassurance haha
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
😁😁😁😁
@dyingbreed53863 жыл бұрын
It may be different for the FA series engines but if you have an EJ stay clear of any intake mods other than a drop in filter. On an EJ an intake will actually hurt performance if you don't also get a tune and even then don't expect much, if anything, unless you are also putting on a bigger turbo.
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
That can be said for any EJ or FA car, a tune is always going to be needed whenever you change airflow or fuel. I'd still suggest an intake to someone though as long as they have an AP. The stock intake will create a bottle neck
@CabbageSniffer4 жыл бұрын
I can't agree more on the quick release wheel. I cringe every time I see a 02-05 WRX with the factory Momo wheel swapped out for some crappy NRG without air bag or cruise control
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Yesssses, the MoMo wheels are being hard to find and are already great wheels!!!!
@Redcadence4 жыл бұрын
yeah, i agree. if you can easily get into and out of your car you dont need it imo. i was asking my friend why he got a qd steering wheel for his miata that he doesnt track and he told me it was a theft deterrent along with some hidden kill switches. someone tried to steal his car twice.
@jdmkidk24 Жыл бұрын
Harnesses are the most dangerous thing you can have in a street car. You need a hans to use them
@ovm_catalyst3 жыл бұрын
Whew, I was starting to think im the only person without push to start in my BRZ lol
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
I'm not fancy enough for push to start 😅
@rustyshackleford72884 жыл бұрын
Turbo dont have water flowing through if the turbo isn't moving but timer is silly. Your car is hot and needs to cool anyways. And some places it is so cold it cools so fast. It is just a car.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I guess it depends on the car, my STi has an upper turbo reservoir, as pressure decreases in the system it flows from the upper reservoir down through the turbo
@uhyeahitsme4134 жыл бұрын
I knew I shouldnt have bought harnesses, fixed seat, and a quick release wheel for my geo metro 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Best Geo on the block 🔥🔥🔥 Low key like geos....
@lowlifeangler4 жыл бұрын
A tow truck , best mod for a Dodge Neon
@caseyjones67413 жыл бұрын
if you remove the steering wheel for a quick release you should get a harness and all to kinda of replace the safety you took away
@jeromeflaherty20694 жыл бұрын
Totally agree on the drop in panel filter. Total waste of money and in a lot of cases actually worse if the MAF is super close to an oiled filter.
@alendjurdjevic54784 жыл бұрын
Well delivered and well said! Keep up the great work and looking forward to your next video 😀!
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Appreciate the support 🔥😁
@Dominik1894 жыл бұрын
On the seats and harnesses thing. Harnesses are actually dangerous unless you wanna wear a HANS device and helmet while daily driving.
@MrNorotic3 жыл бұрын
This video only really talked about the stuff you shouldn't get although if you had the option of getting just ONE thing on your daily driver it should definately be an upgraded sound system. It's hard to explain how much more enjoyable a commute is when you have a good sound system but it definitely makes the whole experience always a joy. Sometimes after I get off work I'll stop at a drive through, drive home, park and just chill for 30 minutes as I listen to music. An upgraded sound system with good tweeters in the front and a decent subwoofer in the back will honestly change the way you experience music.
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
I agree, I did one on suggested mods but really only talked about improving the driving experince. But a better quality sound system is always a must have
@seanottaway16154 жыл бұрын
The only reason you should have a quick release steering wheel is if you have a roll cage with racing seats and a harness.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Agreed 🙏
@VoxVirtus864 жыл бұрын
Strong disagree with the filter argument. The fact that you can clean them makes them better for the environment and they will pay for themselves over time because you're not using a disposable product.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
In other comments I retracted what I said about the filters 🙏
@Shameinator2 жыл бұрын
If they aren't using a hans device with that harness they are asking to break their neck in an accident on the street.
@Smeedia2 жыл бұрын
Big facts
@Smeedia2 жыл бұрын
Especially with a quick release
@Shameinator2 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I decided to leave the stock wheel in my street legal track miata because I wasn't able to run a harness bar and didn't feel like risking my life. People don't understand that and there should really be a big emphasis on safety in the car modification world.
@fredfrederickson4 жыл бұрын
Him: You could stand on the wing. Me: Okay let’s see 👀
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I dont have it anymore 😪 lol
@toplistcrew7645 Жыл бұрын
Subaru should have kept the engine shroud/vents on the hood. This could have been a saving grace to help heat soak. I’m not saying it will cure that issue but it will help the heat escape. Just another way for them to make everyone have to buy more blocks smh.
@Craiggg123459 ай бұрын
Reduces hood air pressure
@turbro71854 жыл бұрын
*bought my car for $3000* *Spend $65 aftermarket shift knob* *$70 DC 5 floor mats* *$15 double din kit* *$10 wiring harness* *$150 cleaning detailing products the car still has scratches and looks crappy :' ( wasted the most money on that* *Invested almost $400 already : (*
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Thats not too bad so far 🙏
@turbro71854 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I was thinking about wasting money on LED lights for the Taillights headlights reverse lights licence plate dome map lights but idk yet
@donellmecca.booker59694 жыл бұрын
i totally agree with everything you said for most cars.. on that note most use harnesses to hold them in the seat in order to retain a normal/stock seat. and us old schooler's dont have air bags and the steering wheels are not in the optimal position if your taller than your average jdm driver same applies to the seat. and life isnt alwayys comfortable..lol love the vids my guy
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
You got me with the older car aspect, if theyre not there then by all means I day go for it. 😅 appreciate the support 🙏
@jackd1582 Жыл бұрын
Glad he didn't mention fluffy dice or bonnet locks 😂💀
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Never too Late 👀👀👀
@zanemoeller19313 жыл бұрын
Bold of you to assume that my car is new enough to come with airbags to begin with
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
It was a bold move cotton, let's see how it plays out
@shofarsogood75044 жыл бұрын
I know it's been commented but just some more data to prove it. High flow drop in filter can work. 2015 focus st same day same road same temp. 4th gear 4K rpm 5k -.4 seconds over oem filter -.9 seconds over oem with tune. * numbers are from memory. May not be correct. Point is there was REAL time improvements. Stopwatch was used also, not just time estimation.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I watched the video, interesting results. I still think thr claims from vendors are a little inflated though 😅
@jordansaldana20463 жыл бұрын
Very true but for some daily driven or street cars there are some factors that prove some of these useful. In my instance I just got my first car and it was one of my dream cars as a little kid, a almost near perfectly stock 1998 Mitsubishi eclipse gst. Except that I am 6'1" and weigh 280lbs and the 2g dsm cars are very small and generally low cars from the factory and every time I get in I'm breaking my knees and back. I also hit the top of my head almost every time with the oem steering wheel and seats, so to me a quick release steering wheel would very much be worth the money. #1 being it would give me much needed space to get in and out and allow me to stop the awkward and sometimes painful positions needed for me to get in and out #2 it will also help me put my mind at ease every time I leave my car unattended as it is an old car and a big fear of mine is it being stolen so to be able to easily and quickly remove the steering wheel and take it inside with me when I'm at home or at a friends or family members place and being able to hide it behind the back seat when I'm at a store or in the trunk since the trunk is an arms length away from me being in the drivers seat really makes that money spent well worth it
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
I could see the struggles with it and they do prove to be efficient and effective theft detursnts. Ive just seen too many accidents where either an air bag has saved someone's life or from them removing it ended it. Don't wanna see anyone get hurt. Sounds like a fun car and stay safe out there! 🙏🔥
@michaelm33302 жыл бұрын
what about swapping the heat shield for a turbo blanket and wrapping the downpipe on the fa20dit stock turbo? question is coming from Texas, btw, ambient is typical 90's for half the year, oil temp for freeway is about 205, wondering if it'd make a noticeable enough drop in engine bay heat and increase air density enough to justify spending and prolonging saving for stage tuning
@orochikid4 жыл бұрын
I have a full bucket and it is very comfortable. Obviously if you haven’t broken yours in or sit in someone else’s you’ll think they’re uncomfortable. I’ve done 3 hour commutes and taken naps in mine. High flow filters have been dyno’d and shown to increase hp for around 3-5hp which is not bad for 50$.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
The seats ive used in the past have always been annoying for daily driving and don't always feel the best. The padding has always been relatively shallow. For the filters I saw a few other postings with links, still think that some manufacturers over inflate their #s though
@roincec4 жыл бұрын
I think quick release steering wheel is awesome as an anti-theft device. I would just park my car and bring my steering wheel to office or home with me.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
It works great as an anti theft device, but most I see are broken windows and things stolen from them, personally i would rather have an airbag there but to each their own. Its a good mod, i just dont think its the best for the street
@isaias98382 жыл бұрын
I think most people prefer safety over aesthetics. Don’t get me wrong it looks cool having a quick release, but for most people it wouldn’t be worth the health risk.
@Str8UpL4zy4 жыл бұрын
Take a shot every time Smeedia says "I promise you"
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
We going to be having a great time 😅
@killrockstartv4 жыл бұрын
engineering explained did a video on drop in filters and was able to get 4hp increase from performance filters. Obviously this is variable to the car iirc the car used in testing was a forester.
@killrockstartv4 жыл бұрын
reeee someone else has already made this comment i appologise!
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
No worries! I checked it out and some pretty interesting results, I also think it had to depend on the car that the filter is being swapped out in that had thr largest impact as well
@jameskocks47344 жыл бұрын
Personally I think cold air kits are a noise maker and nothing else. They cost $300+ and then the cost of a tune or retune. The factory air box is rated for up to 400 hp.
@BChobo14 жыл бұрын
Good info about the turbo timer! I have a friend that keeps trying to push that for me. Now I can tell him what you said because it makes sense!!!! Whoooooo
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Anytime! And they're fairly pointless for most cars. Appreciate the support 🙌
@B0RAT0124 жыл бұрын
My car has a factory turbo timer, I can set the switch to either 1 minute or 3 minutes but the turbo timer will only activate if it's at a certain temperature.
@ace-qi9pj4 жыл бұрын
With a turbo car u need to let the oil recirculate out of the turbo when its really hot. If u get the turbo really hot and park it the oil sits and sluges everything up. Its more to prolong the life of ur turbo. Can u get by without 1 sure. If u have one ur turbo will last way longer so its not pointless.
@scuds034 жыл бұрын
I disagree with you on panel air filters. I don’t use them for HP. I use them because they’re washable/reusable. They more than pay for themselves in the long run. I prefer AEM Dryflow because they don’t require oil.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I retracted what i said about the oanel filters in a few comments, I kverlpoked the fact that they could be washed and reused. However I do think manufacturers over inflate their numbers
@scuds034 жыл бұрын
Smeedia They definitely lie about the performance gains. If they weren’t washable I wouldn’t bother with them either!
@fanningconstruction2050 Жыл бұрын
After 1 hour my back is hurting with fixed back seats.
@KuyaPow626 Жыл бұрын
How does one properly use the front fog light vents? Are you saying we gotta buy some ductwork and route it into the wheel shrouds or something?
@user-yk9sz9mh1t3 жыл бұрын
Never had airbags I'll still take that quick release for cool kid points
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
Send itttttt
@jimmyqballs4 жыл бұрын
Vipers pick up 10+ wheel horsepower from K&N panel filters compared to the stock setup. Gen 2's typically pick up around 15 hp and 12 lb feet to the wheels lol
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I need to get me a Viper 👀
@jimmyqballs4 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia The Gen 2's are cheap! You can find nice ones in the 20's, and boy are they reliable. I have 81,000 on mine and it has zero problems. Easy to work on and parts, for the most part are cheap. Just don't damage the hood, those are about 15,000 bucks...
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Thr hood is 15K?! I saw a black one driving arouns the other day and they sound so nasty 😍
@jimmyqballs4 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia They were actually 18,000 from Dodge (Prefix) a few years ago, and Prefix, when closed blew them out for 5,000 bucks a pop! They didn't last long, some people bought more than 1 lol. I'm hoping we get to the point where 3d printing is good enough to say, just scan and print a hood that fits close to OEM. The hood is why so many Vipers are totaled, despite being OK otherwise. Stock they are a bit quiet but sound good when they are revved. When you open them up they 100% sound nasty! My Gen 2 isn't fast by today's standards but it's still such a pretty car and quick enough to hang with most modern V8 muscle cars :o)
@kajithatotherguy44084 жыл бұрын
Agreed on all except sorta turbo timers, and not because I would put one on my rig. If you're driving hard enough on the street for a turbo timer you need to not. But! Coolant does not, in fact, flow after you switch a car off unless it has an electric coolant pump. Most water pumps are wither timing or "fan" belt driven. Engine stops, flow stops.
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
With smaller turbo applications you get enough residual flow to cool the turbo down. With my fkr for example the upper coolant expansion tank will co tinge to feed the turbo will coolant until the system cools and depressurizes. Not sure if other OE Turbo systems follow a similar principal or not
@billwylde48464 жыл бұрын
Let's be realistic here. People will do whatever they want to their car, no matter who warns them. Let them suffer the concequences and leave them in the dust while driving your slow daily driver. Besides, people need to work on their driving skills more than modifying their car.
@SincerityJoy4 жыл бұрын
I don't have an airbag in my car but I still stick to my Nardi steering wheels that came with the car from the factory 😅
@joel_molyneux4 жыл бұрын
Aw, I like my shrouds But I also realized that I could have gotten a whole new exhaust for the money I spent on them :'(
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
No regrets if youve got em enjoy them! But they add up quick 😅
@kgthegreatone9434 жыл бұрын
I did just buy a front splitter I don't know if it works but it looks cool. Glad I didn't pay a lot of of money for it 🤷♂️
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
Mount it up to the chassis and you should be good! 🔥😁
@kgthegreatone9434 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia thanks
@dankgenetics96634 жыл бұрын
After the engine is shut off the turbo will continue to run through the turbo. Bro...turbo timers are life savers. Turbos utilizing coolant haven’t been around as long as the oil cooled turbos. The reason oil is such an issue is because of carbon buildup in lines, etc. you beat the shit out of your turbo car and shut it down it still has hot oil in those lines. When it cools, depending on oil quality, will lead to coking of the oil lines leading to starvation of oil. I’d say the biggest waste of money on the old ej’s would be a bov. Unless you were running over 25psi the aftermarket bov is a weak point and will leak over time. Not applicable to this video, but some info for yah from IAG.
@meischix3 жыл бұрын
Pretty much agree on everything except on air filters. Having a washable air filter saved me a lot of money in the long run by having to just wash it every 5-10kms or so. I got a stainless steel mesh air filter so I wouldn't need to oil it. Just water and light soap would do. This is much better than always buying a new one twice or thrice a year.
@Smeedia3 жыл бұрын
In other comments I retracted what I said on air filters 🙏 I totally forgot that they are washable and can be re used.
@meischix3 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I do agree that they bloat the power numbers though 😅 I never really thought a replacement filter would do that much 😁
@TerrenceLP4 жыл бұрын
#7 A Subaru! Soft just like the cars.
@lowlifeangler4 жыл бұрын
Bigger cup holder for your 40 ouncer
@iamaperson13374 жыл бұрын
You're missing part of the equation in regards to the panel filter. OEM filters need replacement at regular intervals. High performance filters often have "infinite" life and just need cleaning rather than replacement. So in the long run they can work out cheaper
@Smeedia4 жыл бұрын
I retracted what i said abkut the drop in filters in a few comments. I overlooked the fact they can be cleaned 😖
@iamaperson13374 жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia all good :) otherwise it's a great video.