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01-26-2007, 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
Im sure the car still hauls some a$$ though. What is the pull like in 4th and 5th (especially toward redline) with these powerlevels and the 3.3? Do you regret it or like the change Charles?
I cant wait, tomorrow will be almost 50 degrees here (14 degrees now) so I should have decent traction with the 3.3 FD.
edit-below are max speeds on my street tires with the stock 3.5 FD at 6600rpm's (stock redline) and 7000rpm's (where I now usually shift), compared to the 3.3 FD and both those limiters.
3.5 FD
6600 rpm redline max speed in each gear : 40 65 93 119 151 191
7000 rpm redline max speed in each gear: 42 69 99 126 160 202
3.3 FD
6600 rpm redline max speed in each gear : 42 69 99 126 160 202
7000 rpm redline max speed in each gear : 45 73 105 133 169 215
Max speed at my 7300rpm redline (7400 rpm fuel cut):47 76 109 139 177 224
As you can see the 3.3FD @ stock redline is the same as a raised limiter with the 3.5 FD. And you can see the huge difference between stock redline and stock FD vs the 3.3 FD and my raised limiter. 139mph potential in 4th on the street will be nice
I cant wait, tomorrow will be almost 50 degrees here (14 degrees now) so I should have decent traction with the 3.3 FD.
edit-below are max speeds on my street tires with the stock 3.5 FD at 6600rpm's (stock redline) and 7000rpm's (where I now usually shift), compared to the 3.3 FD and both those limiters.
3.5 FD
6600 rpm redline max speed in each gear : 40 65 93 119 151 191
7000 rpm redline max speed in each gear: 42 69 99 126 160 202
3.3 FD
6600 rpm redline max speed in each gear : 42 69 99 126 160 202
7000 rpm redline max speed in each gear : 45 73 105 133 169 215
Max speed at my 7300rpm redline (7400 rpm fuel cut):47 76 109 139 177 224
As you can see the 3.3FD @ stock redline is the same as a raised limiter with the 3.5 FD. And you can see the huge difference between stock redline and stock FD vs the 3.3 FD and my raised limiter. 139mph potential in 4th on the street will be nice
Hey Alberto, I have the 3.5FD in my auto, would it be okay for me to raise the Rev limiter to 7000? And can I do it with the UTEC?
01-26-2007, 11:48 AM
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Sentry Im getting the #'s using my 285/35 19" sizes and the sticky calculator in the Engine/Drivetrain section-its a link from f-body.org. 127mph should be close for the 1/4 (low boost), but who knows I may need more I dont plan on dragging anytime soon. Im not gonna drag until after July as Im going on the AKA rally and need to keep the car in 1 piece.
Phunk-thanks for the info, I also find myself not looking at the tach as much (no time!) I just hit it, and shift when it feels right.
ZLadie-I would do it for NA use, certianly not for any type of FI.
Phunk-thanks for the info, I also find myself not looking at the tach as much (no time!) I just hit it, and shift when it feels right.
ZLadie-I would do it for NA use, certianly not for any type of FI.
07-21-2007, 08:05 PM
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Thought Id update my thread as opposed to startintg a new one with an update. Engine has slightly over 6000 miles since I picked it up in September. Car is running good, no engine issues. Today I had a problem-not engine related, and not anybody's fault but my own, this was kind of a freak occurance.
I was on the street WOT, redline in 1st, lift shift quick into 2nd and POP
Car was acting like it was in neutral while in gear, I coasted into a Burger King. I pretty much knew it immediately, I had broken an axle. Amazing out of the tons of launches on slicks on stock axles that it would give on the street on street tires while spinning. I thought I had hit a joint in the road that had caused it, but upon further inspection of the road it was perfectly flat. Seems I cant keep my car together even if I stay away from the track! Anyways, I'll be swapping in another stocker and I'll be back on the road shortly. Here are some cell phone pics, feel free to laugh
I was on the street WOT, redline in 1st, lift shift quick into 2nd and POP
Car was acting like it was in neutral while in gear, I coasted into a Burger King. I pretty much knew it immediately, I had broken an axle. Amazing out of the tons of launches on slicks on stock axles that it would give on the street on street tires while spinning. I thought I had hit a joint in the road that had caused it, but upon further inspection of the road it was perfectly flat. Seems I cant keep my car together even if I stay away from the track! Anyways, I'll be swapping in another stocker and I'll be back on the road shortly. Here are some cell phone pics, feel free to laugh
07-21-2007, 08:40 PM
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Berto, why not switching to the DSS ones? For someone with your ability to break parts it might be one less thing to worry about
oh, and nice to see someone else with the padding-modified rear strut bar
oh, and nice to see someone else with the padding-modified rear strut bar
07-22-2007, 06:01 AM
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I just broke an axle a few weeks ago as well! An epidemic... good thing it was such a minor issue, less than 30 minutes of labor and you'll be back on the road.
07-22-2007, 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
I dont feel the DSS ones are worth it as thery still break. I can replace stockers 10X before paying for stage 2's. Anybody have a good source for used or new stockers?
07-22-2007, 08:07 AM
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Babying cars is for the weaklings. Those are some damn meaty tires in the rear.
07-22-2007, 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
I wouldnt have it any other way, I drive my car for what it was built to do
I hear ya bro not knockin you for it my wallet just couldn't withstand the abuse
