In case nobody else responds, I know from memory that the 1G made 203 lb/ft @ 3500 and 195 HP @ 6000, so that will at least give two points if nothing else.
The key issue here is that cars *do* use gears, and it's torque to the wheels, not at the engine that's at issue. He stated that he wants to build a high-rev engine, not to make more power, but because he thinks it's going to somehow gain him traction because the engine is making less torque...
Let's try this again. His limiting factor is traction. Traction is overcome by torque at the wheels. Let's say that the limit of traction occurs at 300 LB/ft of torque. This will be limit of acceleration regardless of how fast he can make torque, also known as Horsepower. Wheel Torque is the...
While I won't disagree that more RPM can make more power, the idea that building a higher revving engine will somehow keep you from spinning the tires simply isn't true. Your front tires are going to break loose when x amount of torque is applied to them, regardless of whether it's being applied...
Well, I'm actually waiting for an internally-gated BB turbo that proves itself to be the equal of the Green. So far, I'm less than impressed with the results people are getting on pump gas, so I'm holding out until I see some good results. The FP2544 sounds interesting, but at 44 lb/min, it...
Looks aside, I can tell you that on my already quiet 80 dBA 3" system, the addition of a 14" (I think it is) Bullet muffler was only good for a 1 dB reduction. In other words, not a noticeable reduction without a meter. I would suspect that on a louder system, it might be good good for ~2 dB...
1. Not as long as the MAF stays where it is.
2. Depends on where your current setup draws air.
3. Yes, if your current setup sucks air from under the hood. DSM ECU's (1G's at least) retard timing after the temp sensor in the MAF reaches a certain point. (~105 degrees) This has nothing to do...
Maybe you should try mastering Spell Check before "devolping" any DSM parts, lest we think you're just another young "tooner" type who couldn't even engineer his belt tight enough to keep his pants from falling off. Judging by your previous responses, it's fairly clear that you're the latter.
I searched and couldn't find an answer to a specific question, so I guess I'll ask it here:California DSM'ers, are external WG's illegal by their very existence, ("No modifying the exhaust system ahead of the catcon") or is just that it's illegal to dump, (obviously) whether it's from an...
That would depend on the install. There are companies that make kits using the 2-216 core, but mine was a custom install, so I have no idea if their pipe routing allows for the stock fans. I still run mine, but I'm a picky SOB who believes that stock shrouded fans work better than a zillion CFM...
Digging up and old thread to ask about Cali DSM's with external WG's in general: Doesn't state law prohibit external WG's, regardless of whether they dump or not? I have heard that external WG's are illegal and they will not pass visual. I see that GSX90 passed with an external, but was this an...
What gear was the 3400 done in? Just for accuracy purposes, I like to test boost threshold in 5th, since things happen slower. Would you mind doing a 5th gear roll-on test to see where you reach full boost? TIA
I run a Spearco 2-216 core and still have my A/C. It would probably be easier to get a good upgraded sidemount, but if you want the performance of a big FMIC, I highly recommend the 2-216.http://www.pinamotorsports.com/gallery/album05/DSC00232
In addition to what Steve said, you'll gain more by not going to bling bling wheels than you will by removing the BS's. It's all about rotating mass, and it's proximity to it's axis of rotation. Wheels and tires make the biggest difference, then flywheel, then balance shafts. There is, of...
I haven't owned a non-clipped B16G, so I really can't compare, but on my 1G with stock compression/FMIC/3" exh. I see 15psi on my SAFC at 3050 RPM in 5th gear. Your higher compression should lower that figure if you have a free-flowing exhaust and intake path.
It's really a shame that so many turbo comparison threads have turned into flame wars, thus causing the mods to institute the "No Direct Comparison" rules. I can understand why, but it doesn't change the fact that it's only natural (and necessary) to try to determine what performance...
I'm not familiar with that brand, but you should be able to find a resonator for pretty cheap, (RRE in Socal) and the exhaust shop should have no trouble providing everything else. Good luck.
Heck, I'd just be happy to see a dyno run with stock vs whatever that started at less than 4k RPM. There's little doubt that the good ones work on the big end, but at what price in the small end?
While there's no question that the guys in your area build some mean machines, I think that starting out with internal engine work as your first mod is highly unlikely to provide the same gains as some of the "tried and true" DSM mods. I'm sure that on a maxed-out racecar this guy might have an...
Let's set the record straight. You're the tool who out of the blue, posted to the NWDSM list, talking dodo about how fast you were and how none of us "stood a chance." The bottom line is, you called Sam out, and he beat you. Be a man (instead of acting like a 12-year old) and admit that you...
POS timing belts? Says who? I know of nobody who has done proper maintenance and replaced all of the components listed on the VFAQ site and has had a single problem with the factory setup. Of course, the "New DSMer" doesn't want to hear about maintenance, as that's for everyone else. If you...
Weird. That page wasn't there yesterday. How did you get the "SCM" version for $775? I only see the "SC" versions at that price. I'm confused.:confused:
My point is that, just because you bury the speedo, it doesn't mean that your top speed is a mystery. Set your SAFC to monitor "peak" RPM, do your run, then do the math using the AFC number. A stock 1G AWD with stock tires does 68 MPH @ 3000 RPM in 5th. Let's say you hit 7100 RPM in 5th...
The fact that you are going that fast, but aren't bright enough to use the tach to figure out how fast you're going scares me. I glad I don't live in NJ.
A rally mechanic I know suggested using Neo vs. Redline or GM. I don't have any experience with it, so I can't tell you that it's better for sure, but it might be worth investigating.
I won't, since it's already been explained *many* times:http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=660&highlight=boost+creephttp://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=56824&highlight=boost+creep...
And we wonder why DSM's have a reputation for being unreliable. It simply amazes me that there are people out there that will mess with things under the hood without a freakin' CLUE what they're doing. :rolleyes:
The injector question depends on your base fuel pressure. I'm no 2G expert, but the consensus seems to be that 2G ECU's don't allow for good timing advance without "larger" injectors.
Brian, don't you have problems with the internal getting blown open under high boost? It seems that every time I hear of a 20G w/internal, people always complain of boost spikes and inability to hold high boost.
Life Cycle of a Locked Thread1. Newbie comes to DSM site
2. Newbie thinks that the "Read this before posting" and "Tuning Guide" sections are meant for everybody *but* him.
3. Newbie asks stupid question which could have been answered by reading the aforementioned sections
4 Newbie gets...
Ride heights should not be determined by measuring stick, but by corner weights. With that much spring rate, corner balancing is critical, as 1/4" of travel is 150 lbs. A properly balanced car will typically have slightly different wheel gaps in each fender. It would be a waste to spend that...
Go to the dealer and buy a new fan switch. It's on the lower driver's side of the radiator. I'm assuming that your fans don't come on. If they do come on before the temp needle gets past halfway, your radiator could be clogged. Also, remeber that you need coolant_and_water, not
just water, or...