While I wait for Fast intention to announce their automatic tranny upgrade
 

So while I wait for Fast Intentions to announce their automatic transmission upgrade is ready. So I can buy it and my Twin Turbo kit from them. What other things should I upgrade now while I wait so my car is ready to be abused once everything is installed. Please tell me if it is unnecessary or not needed.
What I'm thinking should be upgraded:
LSD (such as mfactory or quirfe)
Body Kit (Allows air better in)
Carbon Fiber vented hood
Amuse Exhaust or F.I. Exhaust haven't decided yet
KW Coilovers
Possible engine upgrade also:
Eagle Rods
Wiseco Forged Pistons

Anything else that anyone can think about greatly appreciated. Price doesn't really matter to an extent.

Forgot to add APR Racing brakes or keep my stock sport package brakes. I already upgraded my tires to RE-11's

Radiator, may I recommend CSF, not MiSHITimoto
Trans cooler.
Diff cooler

I don't think you *need* KW Coilovers... But they will be nice.

I've run the CSF and mishimoto. mishimoto has given me the coolest temps so far, CSF has "b-tube" design but is a smaller core no question. CSF also stripped both plugs within 2 months of me owning it.

Lol, mine stripped as well, switched to a stainless screw and no problems since.
And I'd rather have a US company, local too that I can tell at if need be, but so far, no complaints. Still rather have American than cheap Chinese

Is there any guestimate when Fast Intentions is going to come out with the 7AT upgrade? My 7AT is starting to make me a sad bear because I wan't to run boost in the future but there is no point if I can't lay down the power.

Take a look at my wishlist thread in my sig. Will give you some good ideas :)

Nothing about the 7AT. :icon17:

I would expect them to have it ready within a few months. Ask Cycy what his status is. They are using his car and tranny for testing.

Well...there are os giken diffs, rads, oil coolers, and other stuff you are going to need....

Ah, I see what you are saying. Focus on the other stuff until Trans upgrade. :tiphat:

They told me to call back in 3 weeks and they would have more details.

A diff is another nice to have mod, but not absolutely necessary. Focus on cooling, fueling, monitoring first. Suspension and diff have to be adjusted based on your driving style or habits.

I am going to be boosting my M6, but I am going to make sure I have everything else as well and do the install all at once. Which kind of makes it a PITA because if something goes wrong, it's going to be a long diagnosis :icon17:

I suppose the only mods I will put in before the boost would be a clutch to wear it in and shocks/struts, perhaps brakes as well...

I know Tony dropped a hint about the 7AT details when he returned from vacation, it was basically they are in the final stages and hope to get all details out soon.
I would almost wager the 7AT stuff is done, but they are just doing testing and such.

While you wait, items to think about purchasing:
-Radiator
-Gauges
-Oil cooler
-Exhaust setup

After that you can look into the next level up:
-Body kit
-Venting (hood, fenders, etc) to remove hot air
-Diff
-Traction control box
-Suspension & Brakes

Building the block I would advise based on your overall goals. Do you want huge power, do you plan to track or keep the car for years, weekend car only? A built block is nice, but not really needed as it can open another huge can of worms. If you want to head that route I would advise building a spare block instead.

Or they could be stuck just remember it's never a good idea to take your car apart and depend on something that isn't released yet. So if you are waiting for this don't do things like run high boost expecting to be able to get it built right away when it starts slipping, or taking your DD apart for the install expecting to get the parts next week.

I think that is why he is waiting on ordering the TT kit, until the 7AT is released to do it all at once. Most of the other upgrades can be done along side the TT kit to reduce labor cost, but some stuff like brakes or aero parts can be done now if he wants.

I'm looking for atleast 580 to 640 WHP because I'll be tuning the car on E85 since its readily available here. Also looking to make the car my DD.

Yup you are correct on that. I am waiting to order the TT kit until the 7AT is released.

580-640 on a stock block seems to be pushing the limits to me....just MO

Well seeing what F.I. has done with E85 & TT you should be easily able to reach that on stock block, but the longevity is the question. Though so far good results from F.I. TT owners and each passing mile they add show how strong the VQ37 is. With you, your bigger issue is going to be the 7AT, even with a built/upgraded transmission you might run into some issues.

I'm curious to see how it handles the boost as well. Being used as a DD with that much HP is curious as well.

Well the plus side to a TT setup which is built properly is a nice boost controller. He can easily run around on 8PSI all day and then when he wants all the power ramp it up to 10-12 no question.

True. Didn't think of that, don't have boost yet myself. It's a lot to take in.

Meh, I'm used to huge power daily driver cars. For the past 2 years before I sold my challenger, I was daily driving a 700RWHP challenger. Then again I only drive about 7 miles a day.

You can easily dd a 12 psi build. Just control your urges and ensure that you conduct proper warmup and cooldown procedures. I am just curious as to what the 7at can handle.