So I have a 2002 Neon ACR model....
It has the 2.0L Magnum 150hp SOHC engine.
Bigger radiator than regular Neons.
Also has the KYB Competition Adjustable Struts.
Dual Tip Exhaust off stock muffler...
I have about $300 to spend.....
Any opinions on what i should spend it on.
First thing im thinking of is a CAI off ebay with a KN filter.
Then where should i go from there??
I will prolly also buy some new taillights to start.....

Thanks for your opinions guys....

 

I would say get an ebay cai with a k&n filter and get a vibrant exhaust, that should but you just barley over 300 bucks.

 

thanks.....how much more hp gain is that exhaust really gonna do me tho.. The ACR model already comes with the single muffler with the two tips....just wondering the gain. Also......Im looking to get some 17 inch rims and tires. any suggestions.....want some decent looking ones but dont wanna spend a fortune.

 

You won't get much hp from the vibrant maybe 2-4hp because you already had a decent muffler. The vibrant will sound better than your current setup, you really won't feel any significant increase in power with the rear section alone. If you are on a budget go find some srt wheels, they are always looking to get rid of them for cheap. I recently got a set for 160 bucks and fixed them up a bit.

 

are srt's 16inch or 17inch??? sorry found sounding noobish...my friend is getting me more into cars so some of this is all new to me. I really wanna get some 17's...might dish out some credit card space to get some off of edgeracing.com what specs should i be looking for otherwise??

 

Srt wheels are 17x6. I am running 205/45/17 and i get a slight rub when i turn the wheel all the way. I have heard of people running 215/45/17's with no problems.
You would be able to use the 215's for sure and could also use 50 series tires if you like because of the upgraded struts on the acr's. On the site you should be bale to just type in your info and wheels will come up.

 

Found some..Enkei 17x7 rims with some Nexen 205/40R17 tires. would that fit you think??

 

With your struts i would say you should be fine with them. Even if they didn't fit you could buy spacers and longer studs.

 

those enkei rims will fit with the 205 40 17's. I have 17x7 rims on mine with that tire size and have no problems

 

sweet....thanks man. i appreciate it very much!!