Mods to Boss 302
8/28/12, 03:05 PM
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Mods to Boss 302
I just picked up my 2013 Grabber Blue Boss 302 and have already started to make a list of mods I want to make. Has anyone removed just the hood decal? Im still torn whether i like it or not and was wanting to see one without it. I am thinking of adding a supercharger....not sure if i should get centrifugal S/C or pull that beautiful intake off and put a KB or Whipple. Whats the highest N/A power anyone has seen on a Boss 302?
8/28/12, 04:40 PM
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I like the Boss but I want more power. I didn't buy it as a collector car because I dont really see them appreciating in value any time soon. I bought it to enjoy and play with, not leave it like all other Boss 302's. Its a much better foundation to start with then a GT and wasn't that much more.
8/28/12, 04:47 PM
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I like the Boss but I want more power. I didn't buy it as a collector car because I dont really see them appreciating in value any time soon. I bought it to enjoy and play with, not leave it like all other Boss 302's. Its a much better foundation to start with then a GT and wasn't that much more.
8/28/12, 04:51 PM
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I dont have xplan and I didnt wanna order what I wanted and wait either. The Boss engine is better and can handle more power than the GT engine, suspension is better too. The improvements are well worth the 6-8k more I paid, plus I walked in and out the same day with the car and color i wanted. 
8/28/12, 04:52 PM
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I hear you! The guys are right though. It's a boss add a s/c and you kill it, especially if you track it. Add some headers and a h pipe from kooks I just did picked up some hp and torque. This car is to good a balance to add a sc. Goodluck!!
8/28/12, 05:24 PM
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When I changed from white stripes to black stripes, I saw the car "naked" and it looked like a Mustang GT...
so if you're looking for a total sleeper/V6 look for for it.....
Adding a SC would do wonders for HP
BUT TopGear USA ran a 2012 RS3 and a 2012 Boss on their test track and the Boss was faster!!!
a SC COULD also void your warranty, to some that means nothing to others it means alot....
If you plan to open track the Boss, a SC will add heat then lose it's gains.
Many (like myself) want to keep the car n/a, add a CAI and tune and headers and you'll be at around 430rwhp
so if you're looking for a total sleeper/V6 look for for it.....
Adding a SC would do wonders for HP
BUT TopGear USA ran a 2012 RS3 and a 2012 Boss on their test track and the Boss was faster!!!
a SC COULD also void your warranty, to some that means nothing to others it means alot....
If you plan to open track the Boss, a SC will add heat then lose it's gains.
Many (like myself) want to keep the car n/a, add a CAI and tune and headers and you'll be at around 430rwhp
8/28/12, 05:33 PM
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i only plan on removing the hood decal, i really like the ones on the sides so it will still be a "BOSS". As far as the warranty goes, im not worried about that. I wont put many miles on the car and will probably get rid of it in a couple years. I doubt if it will see much track time either unless its at the local drag strip a few times.
8/28/12, 05:37 PM
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I dont have xplan and I didnt wanna order what I wanted and wait either. The Boss engine is better and can handle more power than the GT engine, suspension is better too. The improvements are well worth the 6-8k more I paid, plus I walked in and out the same day with the car and color i wanted.
8/29/12, 10:41 AM
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I let mine sit in direct sunlight for an hour before removing the decal. It came off easily. There will probably be some residue and I used something I bought at Autozone to remove the residue.
8/29/12, 01:49 PM
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Rock on. Plenty of room for NA power listed on these forums. Look into the Cobra jet components, in addition to the general exhaust, intake and tune mods.
But I feel the other guys, I just want better brakes right now. Plenty of fun to be had with the power giveth.
But I feel the other guys, I just want better brakes right now. Plenty of fun to be had with the power giveth.