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Old January-24th-2003, 04:02 PM
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Just got Hyper Ground Wires installed!

Yup! Just got them installed last night. It does make a difference! Expecially from about 3,500 - 5,000 rpm, you can actually fell it kick. Idle and slow, regular take off is smoother, head lights don't flicker when I roll up the windows to the max. But overall good power increase feels great, definitely worth it! They look cool too, I got the red "S" type ("S" for small type, small Japanese cars, I guess) ones, of course Get yours today!!
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Old January-24th-2003, 06:02 PM
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Ive been planning to get this system as well...how much did yours cost?? The price doubles when it comes across the border


BTW can you post some pics as well? I really want to see what it looks like!
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Old January-25th-2003, 12:11 AM
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what is the size and material for the stock wires?
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Old January-25th-2003, 12:23 AM
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what is this kit and what does it do?
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Old January-25th-2003, 07:34 AM
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Found this site. http://www.sunautomobile.com

Prices for the S seem to run from 118 to 98 bucks US.
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Old January-25th-2003, 09:39 AM
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It does make a difference!

Like I mentioned... it does make a difference. I paid $120 USD with installation. I got the red cables to match my car... it looks awesome, kinda see-through candy red. It makes the engine compartment look good too. Very good power increase "feel" between 3500-5000 or so rpm. Just got it so don't know about other claims like increased mileage...
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Old January-25th-2003, 10:22 AM
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those actually amde a difference? im sorry... can you please dyno your car before and after if at all possible... i have to see this. im not trashing you, i just want some proof that those actaully did anything for you....
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Old January-25th-2003, 10:57 AM
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Wow, $120 for a ground wire? Thas crazy. I can make one that'll do the same thing for less than $15. It may not look as "pretty", but who cares.
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Old January-25th-2003, 11:12 AM
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go check out Import Tuner and some of the other magazines...they've used this hyper ground system on an Aerio and Integra I believe, and they have gained 1-5 HP, (more like 1-3 for the P5), but they also said it adds a little torque and it really helps your electrical system like Protege5lava says...Im having problems with things dimming, so Im really considering getting this...
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Old January-25th-2003, 05:00 PM
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newest import tuner says that the wrx system will give 8 hp.
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Old January-25th-2003, 07:22 PM
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As kcbhiw said...

check this link. You can do it yourself...

http://www.subydude.com/mods/mod03.htm
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Old January-25th-2003, 09:03 PM
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As kcbhiw said...

check this link. You can do it yourself...

http://www.subydude.com/mods/mod03.htm
He did a pretty crappy job, but that's the idea. If I were to make my own, I'd solder ALL of the connections. Crimp jobs are just asking for trouble (read: corrosion). I still have yet to see any proof in adding beefier wires.
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Where do you get about 5 feet of quarter inch thick 99.9% copper wires at $15? Please share this info.
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1/4" copper cable is ~2 gauge. It is $3-5/ft-oxidation resistant with chemical and gasoline proof jacket. Go to local car audio store.
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Old April-16th-2003, 07:06 PM
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hey Protege5Lava,

can you post some pics of where these ground wires are attached on your protege. Thanks.

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