With that out the way, I’d appreciate some tips with what to look out for when modifying the car. It’s currently running a stage 1 map (from 95-130hp) and has a custom resonated cat-back exhaust installed, everything else stock. The stage 2 involves getting an intercooler and intake system custom made, along with downpipes and sports cat. Obviously with a stage 2 remap to finish it off. Aiming to go for a conservative 160-170hp on the map for now, but the hardware being fitted would be capable of more than double the power. The build is being carried out by an established company in the UK so the custom made components will be of the best quality.
The engine, transmission & clutch are my concern, this car would be run daily and I’m aware that the standard ones weren’t built to handle the power I’m looking to run them through. Essentially I want to know what else you’d do to the car along with all the planned work I’ve mentioned in order to not blow the thing up. Upgrading the brakes is also on my to-do list so any recommendations for those would be nice too. Please keep the replies constructive, it’s my first car and I’m a newbie to all of this
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