S2 Stagea Fmic - Which One?

[Tommy G]

I'm quite interested in spec'ing up my Series 2, RS Four Type S Stagea. At present it is stock standard, apart from a 3" HKS Hi Power Silent turbo-back and a high flow air filter/panel.

1. The car has been running quite rich; I noticed when I did the exhaust that the O2 sensor was quite charred - should this be replaced?

2. I'm thinking that an intercooler and/or computer setup might assist with the power/economy. I don't want to be cutting plastic etc to fit a potential FMIC though - I want to keep the car looking stock. Are there any front mount intercooler kits on the market that fit in behind the factory Dayz front bar without modification?

3. I have limited budget; would it be worthwhile doing a computer upgrade at the same time? Are there any issues with buying second hand gear?

What are some recommended setups for the above?

Thanks in advance,

TG

[mad082]

a nw o2 sensor can't hurt. if the old one is still working though it won't make a difference and you could probably just give the old one a clean with some carby cleaner.

aftermarket ecu will give you gains in both power and economy.

most fmic kits require some cutting to the front bar. not sure of any that don't, but since i'm guessing you have an aftermarket front bar you might not. you can get cooler kits that using the stock piping route that saves you having to cut a hole for that though.

[Tommy G]

Thanks for the info, Mad. Sounds like an ECU and a FMIC are the go.

I have seen the following FMIC's on SAU; http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/Co...er-t209304.html

Has anybody fitted one of these to an S2 Stagea with 'Dayz' front bar, and if so, how complicated was the installation?

Cheers,

T