Thanks for the informative video Jeff. Much appreciated. I have learned a lot from your videos and it is great guidance for me to decide on my upgrade path
man it still baffles me how crazy cheap this car is. i had a 2012 scion tc that i boosted (330whp) and $7000 was basically my starting point (with mostly used parts). i ended up spending about 12k at the end of the day. sadly the car burned down but the insurance paid me 12k for the loss. thanks for the write up these sorts of videos are super helpful for the community.
Everything I've read is good...it's about the same as the X47, maybe a very small improvement but not noticeable...power numbers are identical...I will say I'm not happy with the advertising, I followed that product from inception to release and there was some major BS going on with power claims and numbers and etc. Don't believe everything you hear. But since it's plug and play (install) it is a great option. Just not all it's hyped to be, but a good option for sure. If my turbo blew I'd strongly consider it as a replacement.
gray25xt yeh I feel it, I really appreciate you responding. I have a lil Fist with a FMIC, CAI, and an exhaust and tuned by Adam. Love it but def want a lil more power while staying reasonably reliable. You’ve pretty much gone the best route with yours, love the wheels and simple look too
My particular turbo isn't in production any more, but Whoosh makes a hybrid that is comparable, also similar is the S280. Search and you'll find plenty of info, both are about the same price as mine was new.
Big brake kit my dude! double the horsepower you need better brakes! also you said you dont believe in aftermarket charge pipes, but the stock hot side has a resonator “donut” that restricts airflow for the sake of sound dampening. open that airflow up1 Whoosh pipe is like $80 i believe
Not bad at all 45 minutes. The thing is you have to get the entire car suspended, either 4 jack stands or a lift, otherwise thing will be cocked and not line up. It can be done other ways but you're going to be cursing the day you were born. I put it on 2 sets of jack stands, the bar went right on.
I think I talked to you on fiestastforum.com a week or so ago right? You're the new guy in Augusta with the 2015 black ST right? If so PM me there and we'll chat, or email puddleglum72@gmail.com. I'm not on fakebook can't handle all that drama, real life has enough of it!!!!
ROTA GRID 17X8 4X108 40 offset, color HYPERBLACK Hard to find and I think they're no longer available soon....price is going up too...mine were $690, find them here: www.ebay.com/itm/4-ROTA-WHEEL-GRID-17X8-4X108-40-63-35-HYPERBLACK-FOCUS-FIESTA-LAST-SET/273477085247?epid=658320490&hash=item3fac81283f:g:u1cAAOSwDQhbrRVC:rk:3:pf:0&vxp=mtr
oh before i forget...are the forums still pretty active? i used to do FB (only for car groups) but i cant even stand that anymore its so much cancer and stupidity. i really wanna get involved with this community but i absolutely will not get back on facebook. i miss the old days of forums!
Yeah no FB for me either but I enjoy fiestastforum.com, it's a pretty decent forum, lots of repeated info over the years but nonetheless a good knowledge base with some decent guys contributing. I've gotten a number of good used parts there and also made a few friends I've ended up hanging out with in real life which as been cool.
I'm such a pussy I want a turbo so bad but Illinois emissions terrify me. I can get absolutely no usable info from forums or online because I guess everyone else is too
Once again I'm in agreement with you. Didn't realize how much debate that would create! I was just thinking about this today before seeing your video; but in a different sense: A modified Fiesta ST with the difference in price between a new Focus ST makes for a much better car than a Focus ST. And if you were gonna spend more on a Fiesta that would get you into a price range above a Focus ST, it would probably just make more sense to go after a Golf R/STI/RS. That's my opinion and that's how i've chosen to build my Fiesta. Most of the parts on mine are pretty much that same you have on yours Jeff and its just a great car for what it is.
The man quotes St. Francis, my secret is out. But seriously that's the most encouraging thing I've heard in a good while thanks a lot GPMAX01. This car is fun and a decent enough hobby but if it rolled off a cliff tomorrow it wouldn't bother me much, I actually have a 1998 Civic beater that I probably enjoy just as much as this car. Anyhow thanks again for the kind words.
gray25xt great perspective on the material things of this world. It is fun but it is not what I know you are living for... like myself they are good things that we can enjoy by God’s grace- but these too will rust and fall away. Only what God does through us endures. Great to see another car loving believer able to keep the balance 👍
Thanks for the informative video Jeff. Much appreciated. I have learned a lot from your videos and it is great guidance for me to decide on my upgrade path
Really good video. People forget that actual reliable hp costs money if you don't want it to break, especially as a daily.
Glad you enjoyed it!
man it still baffles me how crazy cheap this car is. i had a 2012 scion tc that i boosted (330whp) and $7000 was basically my starting point (with mostly used parts). i ended up spending about 12k at the end of the day. sadly the car burned down but the insurance paid me 12k for the loss. thanks for the write up these sorts of videos are super helpful for the community.
You bet, glad to help.
Lol you spent 12 grand extra on a scion ...😂😂
“it’s just a car and there are richer things in life.” Well said and another sane and logical video! You have found the FiST mod “sweet spot.”
i get what he's saying but cars are my life. ive made huge sacrifices and adjustments in my life to be able to pursue a life obsessed with cars.
When you showed the four sheets with the four different paths I knew this was legit. Subscribed.
Haha that's awesome, glad it was helpful!
I really enjoy your informative videos. I like your calm, soothing voice!
Hey, at what RPM does the stock turbo start to make boost? Thank you :)
What width tire do you run are you still in a 205 or did you bump it up for the added power
215/40/17. See my videos on traction control.
What do you think about the Whoosh Hybrid turbo on Tune +?
Everything I've read is good...it's about the same as the X47, maybe a very small improvement but not noticeable...power numbers are identical...I will say I'm not happy with the advertising, I followed that product from inception to release and there was some major BS going on with power claims and numbers and etc. Don't believe everything you hear. But since it's plug and play (install) it is a great option. Just not all it's hyped to be, but a good option for sure. If my turbo blew I'd strongly consider it as a replacement.
gray25xt yeh I feel it, I really appreciate you responding. I have a lil Fist with a FMIC, CAI, and an exhaust and tuned by Adam. Love it but def want a lil more power while staying reasonably reliable. You’ve pretty much gone the best route with yours, love the wheels and simple look too
What trans fluid are you running?
Motul 300
Thank you so much for making this video!
U have really good info brother. Where can I get that turbo?
My particular turbo isn't in production any more, but Whoosh makes a hybrid that is comparable, also similar is the S280. Search and you'll find plenty of info, both are about the same price as mine was new.
gray25xt thanks!!
All the mod list... but no upgrade clutch ??
No need clutch is fine till 375.
There should be a video of every car like this
Thanks for saying that; I'm about to shoot one this week in a similar fashion for my G1 Insight. This is encouraging.
Big brake kit my dude! double the horsepower you need better brakes!
also you said you dont believe in aftermarket charge pipes, but the stock hot side has a resonator “donut” that restricts airflow for the sake of sound dampening. open that airflow up1 Whoosh pipe is like $80 i believe
How difficult was installing the 6-point brace?
Not bad at all 45 minutes. The thing is you have to get the entire car suspended, either 4 jack stands or a lift, otherwise thing will be cocked and not line up. It can be done other ways but you're going to be cursing the day you were born. I put it on 2 sets of jack stands, the bar went right on.
Thanks, were your jack stands all identical?
Yep the car was perfectly level.
Good work my boy 👍
Hey are you in the georgia area?
Yep I'm in Evans/Augusta, holler at me if you're near we could get food and talk cars/life/etc.
@@gray25xt hey do you have an email? I tried to find you on facebook . I'm the guy who just bought a fiesta as well.
I think I talked to you on fiestastforum.com a week or so ago right? You're the new guy in Augusta with the 2015 black ST right? If so PM me there and we'll chat, or email puddleglum72@gmail.com. I'm not on fakebook can't handle all that drama, real life has enough of it!!!!
@@gray25xt lol no I'm in TN Chattanooga though I bought my car 2 months ago . What's your username on fiesta forums?
Cool. Username is jeff.
what wheels are those?
ROTA GRID 17X8 4X108 40 offset, color HYPERBLACK
Hard to find and I think they're no longer available soon....price is going up too...mine were $690, find them here:
www.ebay.com/itm/4-ROTA-WHEEL-GRID-17X8-4X108-40-63-35-HYPERBLACK-FOCUS-FIESTA-LAST-SET/273477085247?epid=658320490&hash=item3fac81283f:g:u1cAAOSwDQhbrRVC:rk:3:pf:0&vxp=mtr
Another great vid 👍
oh before i forget...are the forums still pretty active? i used to do FB (only for car groups) but i cant even stand that anymore its so much cancer and stupidity. i really wanna get involved with this community but i absolutely will not get back on facebook. i miss the old days of forums!
Yeah no FB for me either but I enjoy fiestastforum.com, it's a pretty decent forum, lots of repeated info over the years but nonetheless a good knowledge base with some decent guys contributing. I've gotten a number of good used parts there and also made a few friends I've ended up hanging out with in real life which as been cool.
I'm such a pussy I want a turbo so bad but Illinois emissions terrify me. I can get absolutely no usable info from forums or online because I guess everyone else is too
Once again I'm in agreement with you. Didn't realize how much debate that would create! I was just thinking about this today before seeing your video; but in a different sense: A modified Fiesta ST with the difference in price between a new Focus ST makes for a much better car than a Focus ST. And if you were gonna spend more on a Fiesta that would get you into a price range above a Focus ST, it would probably just make more sense to go after a Golf R/STI/RS. That's my opinion and that's how i've chosen to build my Fiesta. Most of the parts on mine are pretty much that same you have on yours Jeff and its just a great car for what it is.
Where did you find a intercooler for $400?
I got my Cobb FMIC used on the fiestastforum.com classifieds.
Preach the gospel Jeff and sometimes use words !👍
The man quotes St. Francis, my secret is out.
But seriously that's the most encouraging thing I've heard in a good while thanks a lot GPMAX01. This car is fun and a decent enough hobby but if it rolled off a cliff tomorrow it wouldn't bother me much, I actually have a 1998 Civic beater that I probably enjoy just as much as this car. Anyhow thanks again for the kind words.
gray25xt great perspective on the material things of this world. It is fun but it is not what I know you are living for... like myself they are good things that we can enjoy by God’s grace- but these too will rust and fall away. Only what God does through us endures. Great to see another car loving believer able to keep the balance 👍
Good parts until he said puma speed. Guess I'll go make my own video.
Such great wisdom here. Have you ever bought any of their parts? Make your video. My Pumaspeed parts have lasted 4+ years with zero issues at 300+whp.
Meth and LSD gotcha ✨✨✨
3 years.... sounds like an end of a lease. JK :)
..Or Warranty
went from 185 hp to 330 hp after turbo upgrade...replaced pressure plate, slave cylinder, flywheel $382 tascaparts.com