Cobalt SS Build!

[MisterGrubbs 5,000+ posts]

The Cobalt SS's are pretty quick for a stock 4-banger.

By standard terms.

I almost bought one, then I drove a MazdaSpeed3. For some reason it felt completely different, the Mazda handled better, and every slobalt I got into it with(minus one) it wasnt a close race even while stock on stock.

I did get my *** spanked by one slobalt, but he was modded with a 75 shot, if I remember correctly //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/frown.gif.a3531fa0534503350665a1e957861287.gif

Also - the T1's arent too too bad of woofers, a bit overpriced for me though. I didnt like the sound of the Power series components, comparable to the Alpine Type R's just not quite as loud for me.

 

[Mazdaboi318 10+ year member]

maybe we can meet up sometimes I'd like to hear it....

I dont know how to really tune the amp lol...but it sounds good. My ears hurt sometimes

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Also, Yes i do race but when you think about it, like i said- I took my spare out and Jack and all that other stuff down there out. It only added like 50lbs after it was all set and done i think.

I dont normally street race, but when i do its normally roll races.

I am going to the dyno here in some weeks to make sure i am putting down the right numbers

looking for 315whp and 345tq.

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Sorry for no pictures yet also lol, busy day yesterday and it was dark outside!

Work---School---Gym----Night //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/frown.gif.a3531fa0534503350665a1e957861287.gif

But today ill be home to wash and take pictures!

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Comaparison to the MS3

Although it might "feel" like it handles better, It doesnt. The 2009 Cobalt SS set the lap record. 8:22. fastest yet by a car in its class. and Beat the GTR //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

MS3 win's on interior

SS/TC wins on Engine

When it comes down to it, Ill be getting a AWD car next. STI or EVO.

Style is more of a peoples choice ya know....!

i can go on if anyone is interested about my car and its class. IDK if you call a car that is capable of 13.6 stock a "slobalt" //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/wink.gif.608e3ea05f1a9f98611af0861652f8fb.gif

 

[Louisiana_CRX 5,000+ posts]

now you need to get a good front stage //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[Mazdaboi318 10+ year member]

I guess that means the speakers in the front lol?

I have been looking into Components for the fronts. Like i said im not to familar with how it all works. But i am sure i need a new Headunit right? I was thinking about getting a double din

 

[Louisiana_CRX 5,000+ posts]

I have several Double DIN's in my vehicles... Kenwood has the best sq....

 

[Mazdaboi318 10+ year member]

I have a possible trade for a Kenwood.

Its so expensive for my car to hook it up though,

The wire harness is like 150 to keep all the hook ups ( Steering whell controls) which i dont use.

I always use th knob on the headunit.

 

[FJF 10+ year member]

i can go on if anyone is interested about my car and its class. IDK if you call a car that is capable of 13.6 stock a "slobalt" //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/wink.gif.608e3ea05f1a9f98611af0861652f8fb.gif

When you have folks claiming to run a 14.2 in a glorified slug, I'm not sure if automotive issues are really worth addressing. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/laugh.gif.48439b2acf2cfca21620f01e7f77d1e4.gif

FWIW, you have a great car. Enjoy. Personally, I'd opt for a lighter audio solution, but that's an individual choice. As an example, my current sub weighs 24lbs with enclosure.

 

[Louisiana_CRX 5,000+ posts]

When you have folks claiming to run a 14.2 in a glorified slug, I'm not sure if automotive issues are really worth addressing. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/laugh.gif.48439b2acf2cfca21620f01e7f77d1e4.gif
FWIW, you have a great car. Enjoy. Personally, I'd opt for a lighter audio solution, but that's an individual choice. As an example, my current sub weighs 24lbs with enclosure.

thats what i like about the critical mass neos in my Saleen ...only 17lbs each

 

[Mazdaboi318 10+ year member]

I have thought about selling this set-up

How much do you think i could get out of it?

Amp has warrenty untill 2012

Subs are 5 months old and still have warrenty here.

 

[FJF 10+ year member]

thats what i like about the critical mass neos in my Saleen ...only 17lbs each

I've been trying to convince the guys at SSA to make a Lcon - a lightweight, sensitive driver for the automotive enthusiast. No luck so far. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[Louisiana_CRX 5,000+ posts]

I've been trying to convince the guys at SSA to make a Lcon - a lightweight, sensitive driver for the automotive enthusiast. No luck so far. //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

neo magnets is the way to go //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[av8ter 10+ year member]

I will lol all day at a ST focus running a 14.2. And for everyone's info the cobalt ss is a high performance car with all around impressive numbers.

 

[Brian_smith06 10+ year member]

neo magnets is the way to go //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

neo's are awesome. my frontstage has them //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[phemps 10+ year member]

The Cobalt SS's are pretty quick for a stock 4-banger.

don't these cars just have the same engine as my Saturn ion just supercharged? Hahaha if it's got the 2.2 ecotec which I thought it did, it's the same as an ion redline ha

 

[Louisiana_CRX 5,000+ posts]

neo's are awesome. my frontstage has them //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

3 of my vehicles do also //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif