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11-24-2009, 11:17 AM
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In regards to the OP:
This is just my opinion, and I know there is evidence to the contrary, but I think if you're looking for a *****-out, G-pulling drag monster, the 928 is not the right car. Technology is such that some of the boy-racer cars these days (Lancers and Subarus, Mazdaspeeds or even VWs) are not too far off the mark of our cars, even more so for someone who owns a 16v such as myself. In my opinion these cars are less about all-out horsepower and the kind of street racing typical of the boy-racer types, and more about class and sophistication. Sure that kid in his tarted up Mitsubishi may be able to punch it and out-accelerate you on an on-ramp, but who cares, he's in a Mitsubishi, you're in a beautiful and luxurious GT, you'll get where you're going plenty fast, while looking and feeling better at the end of it.
My advice, like others have said in this thread, is read and learn more about your car and cars in general, and then spend your time making sure your car is in perfect mechanical condition, and then enjoy it for a bit before you start spending money elsewhere. If all you care about is big horsepower and racing kids, sell the 928 to one of us and go buy a LSx Corvette or Camaro.
This is just my opinion, and I know there is evidence to the contrary, but I think if you're looking for a *****-out, G-pulling drag monster, the 928 is not the right car. Technology is such that some of the boy-racer cars these days (Lancers and Subarus, Mazdaspeeds or even VWs) are not too far off the mark of our cars, even more so for someone who owns a 16v such as myself. In my opinion these cars are less about all-out horsepower and the kind of street racing typical of the boy-racer types, and more about class and sophistication. Sure that kid in his tarted up Mitsubishi may be able to punch it and out-accelerate you on an on-ramp, but who cares, he's in a Mitsubishi, you're in a beautiful and luxurious GT, you'll get where you're going plenty fast, while looking and feeling better at the end of it.
My advice, like others have said in this thread, is read and learn more about your car and cars in general, and then spend your time making sure your car is in perfect mechanical condition, and then enjoy it for a bit before you start spending money elsewhere. If all you care about is big horsepower and racing kids, sell the 928 to one of us and go buy a LSx Corvette or Camaro.
First of all, learn to really drive the car and maintain it in good condition before searching a way to increase its HP number.
Certainly more efficient and cost effective.
11-24-2009, 12:12 PM
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Haven't got a copy of the DVD. He only made 10 copies and was hoping to eveentually get a hold of one and make a copy. Been too busy lately to go to any of the Saturday morning GTGs. Do you have a copy?
11-24-2009, 12:25 PM
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I know where you are going with this as you brother was doing the same years ago too. Arguing about "what ifs". What if doesn’t mean $hit. What you have right now is the only thing that matters.
11-24-2009, 02:32 PM
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Why do we have to get into this again guys.
Both kits are fantastic and the result of a lot of work. If you put either of these kits on your car, it will be a force to behold.
I think the Murph kit has been around longer and is proven for great power and durability as well as for fantastic tech support after the sale. Murph will eventually be the supercharger I put on my car.
But, the Kuhn turbo would be something I would also love to try. Different approaches to a similar goal. Wicked fast 928s. I am glad I have a choice between the two.
Both kits are fantastic and the result of a lot of work. If you put either of these kits on your car, it will be a force to behold.
I think the Murph kit has been around longer and is proven for great power and durability as well as for fantastic tech support after the sale. Murph will eventually be the supercharger I put on my car.
But, the Kuhn turbo would be something I would also love to try. Different approaches to a similar goal. Wicked fast 928s. I am glad I have a choice between the two.
11-24-2009, 02:41 PM
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Also, IMHO these kits are getting to the maximum usable HP for a street car anyway. 500 RWHP is about 600 CHP.
I can't even imagine having that much power. The rear tires would not even stand a chance.
So,knowing that a kit is capable of over 500RWHP is plenty for me. I don't care if it is possible to go higher. I still want to be able to drive my car.
I can't even imagine having that much power. The rear tires would not even stand a chance.
So,knowing that a kit is capable of over 500RWHP is plenty for me. I don't care if it is possible to go higher. I still want to be able to drive my car.
11-24-2009, 10:46 PM
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yes. I think that Esch made some extras. If not, Maybe Clive has one. find out, if you can't get one, I'll copy mine if I can and get it to you. the disc Esch did has a great label on it aswell.
11-25-2009, 01:56 AM
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12s..whether it 12.999 or 12.0 is a huge step up for this car.
Ego check is over there.
Did you design and build or just "help"? Perhaps you were just the wrench monkey?
One can spend $$$$ just to go from 12.00 to 11.99 and then just have it come down to everything going "just right". Either way, its an 11 sec pass correct? Im sure you would take it as such!
Ego check is over there.
Did you design and build or just "help"? Perhaps you were just the wrench monkey?One can spend $$$$ just to go from 12.00 to 11.99 and then just have it come down to everything going "just right". Either way, its an 11 sec pass correct? Im sure you would take it as such!
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11-25-2009, 01:59 AM
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Second:
Didn't mean for all the hostility. But, out of that can a good discussion on everyones views and points of interests backed by some good facts.
So instead of just doing something wrong, I thought I'd put it out there and see what other guys in the same field (of cars) have done(or would do).
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11-25-2009, 02:03 AM
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"dont make me pull this thread over"
reminds me of a trip i flew a few summers ago taking the the wife and kids home . They happened to be in the back with 200+ other sardines. I made my before take off PA welcoming everyone on board but this time got to include my wife and kids!! ..... at the end i said " listen up kids, you be good back there for Mom, Dad cant just pull this thing over and come back there to sort you two out!" got a huge laugh out of that one.
Anyway...
uh...what can i poke at...
have any of the fuel lines..electrical wires under the hood of that turbo been replaced/ upgraded from stock?
Its gotta get hotter than a..............
reminds me of a trip i flew a few summers ago taking the the wife and kids home . They happened to be in the back with 200+ other sardines. I made my before take off PA welcoming everyone on board but this time got to include my wife and kids!! ..... at the end i said " listen up kids, you be good back there for Mom, Dad cant just pull this thing over and come back there to sort you two out!" got a huge laugh out of that one.
Anyway...
uh...what can i poke at...
have any of the fuel lines..electrical wires under the hood of that turbo been replaced/ upgraded from stock?
Its gotta get hotter than a..............
11-25-2009, 09:27 AM
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I learn a new English word everyday here.
Collaquialism
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PS: But I really don't know when I will use this one...
PS2: So, what does "wrench monkey" mean?
Collaquialism
Thanks to all
Samuel
PS: But I really don't know when I will use this one...
PS2: So, what does "wrench monkey" mean?
11-25-2009, 09:30 AM
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But I'm sure you knew this already. ;-)