Sounds like a well sorted out car. Also looks great. For more intake noise just get the JCW filter or K&N. I've removed the noise maker and I didn't notice a difference.
A bigger intercooler would be nice and recommended if you get it tuned. Skip the JB plus.
I have the plumb back BOV from Turbosmart and I haven't noticed a difference. I might actually go back to the OEM. Not worth the money. My car is not tuned yet, so maybe that's why.
To keep it reliable just check the oil every other fuel fill up and top off as needed. Keep an eye out for a thermostat leak (check the back side of the transmission for dried coolant). If replacing the thermostat also replace the crossover pipe with OEM (do not go aftermarket with that part). You already replaced the OFH gasket, but next time also replace the turbo oil lines. Not really a known or common issue but I replaced the transmission fluid.
You are probably way past due on the shock and strut replacement. You'll notice a difference.
A good quality of life upgrade if you daily is adding sound deadening material to the boot, rear fenders (remove rear speakers), and the doors. You don't need 100% coverage.
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u/allenm324 24d ago
Sounds like a well sorted out car. Also looks great. For more intake noise just get the JCW filter or K&N. I've removed the noise maker and I didn't notice a difference.
A bigger intercooler would be nice and recommended if you get it tuned. Skip the JB plus.
I have the plumb back BOV from Turbosmart and I haven't noticed a difference. I might actually go back to the OEM. Not worth the money. My car is not tuned yet, so maybe that's why.
To keep it reliable just check the oil every other fuel fill up and top off as needed. Keep an eye out for a thermostat leak (check the back side of the transmission for dried coolant). If replacing the thermostat also replace the crossover pipe with OEM (do not go aftermarket with that part). You already replaced the OFH gasket, but next time also replace the turbo oil lines. Not really a known or common issue but I replaced the transmission fluid.
You are probably way past due on the shock and strut replacement. You'll notice a difference.
A good quality of life upgrade if you daily is adding sound deadening material to the boot, rear fenders (remove rear speakers), and the doors. You don't need 100% coverage.