Since I see several topics looking for things for our GTs and non GTs. Ive decided to make a one stop topic for links and discussions for Mods and Performance Upgrades.
This week or next week.
I have the SXTH hot pipe. Yes noticeable difference.Anyone do the Intercooler Resonator delete pipe replacement from say SXTH or Tork? Seems fairly simple, but wasn't sure it make a difference as stated.
If you're going to go through the trouble of replacing the hot pipe resonator you should consider getting SXTH's hot pipe kit instead. It replaces the resonator and factory hot pipe with a larger diameter hot pipe.Anyone do the Intercooler Resonator delete pipe replacement from say SXTH or Tork? Seems fairly simple, but wasn't sure it make a difference as stated.
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1.6T Intercooler Resonator Delete - SXTH Element
Our replacement pipe helps get airflow towards a laminar flow condition by reducing pressure drop, and results in slightly better throttle response and a couple of horsepower over the rev range.sxthelement.com
1. They sell a bracket. 2. The couplers do well. 3. Make one 🙂. :I saw that but was concerned about not having a support bracket for the pipe like the factory one.
If it's 2021 it should be .033.Does anyone happen to know or has found the spark plug gap for the 2.0l (lxs) model?
It’s a 2020, if that makes a differenceIf it's 2021 it should be .033.
My 2021 has the Yuri Champion garbage gapped at .033 from factory. Put NGK Ruthium 94705 which come gapped at .031, but didn't have as much pickup till I set them bto .033 like the factory plugs and I get better MPG with these. This is where I got my info from and checking gap on my factory plugs is .033...Service manual...doesn't break it down by engine...is the gap the same for all 2019-2021 engines?
Kia Forte - Spark Plug - Ignition System (kiforte.com)
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2.0 Spark Plug: 18867-09095
1.6 Spark Plug: 18849-08080*
*The Specification "SILZKR8E8G" corresponds to the 18849-08080 spark plug.
Nice!!!SXTH Element now sells the new passenger side Catch Can Bracket and a new passenger-side Catch Can kit for the Forte:
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NOTE: if you order their catch can make sure that the catch can's internal filter is on the to-intake-hose opening.