I've looked at a mechanic, and to start off.. .I have him pricing out the below list.
· New Spark Plugs (Platinum?) Mechanic recommends them.. only because "they last longer".
· New Spark Plug Wires (MSD Ignition / red) yes.. cause I want the color. LoL
· Fuel Filter Change
· New Thermostat (upgrade to a 180*/160* Thermostat) I just recently replaced the original thermostat.. I neglected to replace it with a 180. The coolant system was flushed then. Now, just going to replace the thermostat.. again.
· Lower Intake Manifold Gaskets/Coolant Elbows (2)
(metal gasket?) I asked the mechanic if he could find a metal gasket to replace with. He's searching....
· Replace headers w/ Speed Daddy or equivalent & Replace Cat w/ Magnaflow. The existing Cat needs replacing, and might as well jump to something that has a tad more rumble... I can't for the life of me find the Speed Daddy headers you all so love...
· Transmission Pan Drop/New GM Transmission Filter (Replace 3-4 quarts with Dexron VI, not Dexron IV)
· Supercharger Oil Change (Replace with 2 New Bottles of GM Supercharger Oil)
· K&N Air Intake/ Jet MAFS replace. I'm seeing what his prices are on the two parts. I mentioned I'd like to simply tie a conical filter directly to the MAFS. We might do that... I just want to see where it's positioned after installing the MAFS.
· Check Motor mounts. This goes along with looking under and over the vehicle for other potential issues. (already did new brakes, thermostat and belts before hitting this forum)
Suggestions, questions, helpful advice. All feedback is welcome.