Thanks to VRT, I can now joint a 500whp club
04-26-2007, 06:00 AM
#24
The car is a beauty.
As for dialing in more than 500rwhp........that is a real case by case situation depending on the set up of the suspension, tires, and the driver as well as the application. Just because one has it available, does not mean one can or should do it. Michael is VERY cautious about turning over cars with monster power to his customers. I think most of the car builders that visit these boards with a reputation for good work are similarly solicitous of the safety and health of their customers.
On the track, pushing more than 500whp on street tires is just plain nuts...you cannot use it and stay planted. On DOT-R rubber it is much different...assuming you have some significant track experience you can use that power, even dial it up to 550 and receive some benefits.
On the street..........it is actually more comfortable to dial it down to much lower levels. High power is high stress, and if you do not need it, why push all that "boom" and heat through your system? Extending the durability and reliability of the machine is important to enjoyment, unless you have a wallet with no bottom to it.
As for dialing in more than 500rwhp........that is a real case by case situation depending on the set up of the suspension, tires, and the driver as well as the application. Just because one has it available, does not mean one can or should do it. Michael is VERY cautious about turning over cars with monster power to his customers. I think most of the car builders that visit these boards with a reputation for good work are similarly solicitous of the safety and health of their customers.
On the track, pushing more than 500whp on street tires is just plain nuts...you cannot use it and stay planted. On DOT-R rubber it is much different...assuming you have some significant track experience you can use that power, even dial it up to 550 and receive some benefits.
On the street..........it is actually more comfortable to dial it down to much lower levels. High power is high stress, and if you do not need it, why push all that "boom" and heat through your system? Extending the durability and reliability of the machine is important to enjoyment, unless you have a wallet with no bottom to it.
04-26-2007, 07:53 AM
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EAGLE1, that's was very well said, that's why I want to stay low 500whp, it's way more than I can handel for right now. I just want it to be a daily driven car that's is reliable and zoooooom...when I had to. Good job Mike A.
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04-26-2007, 10:45 AM
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Once again Ed perfectly stated.
Thanks John means alot...
Much luv back at you Dan...
Tom,
New Volk GTS' are in the house...
I will let you see her in person before posting picts...
Originally Posted by Eagle1
The car is a beauty.
As for dialing in more than 500rwhp........that is a real case by case situation depending on the set up of the suspension, tires, and the driver as well as the application. Just because one has it available, does not mean one can or should do it. Michael is VERY cautious about turning over cars with monster power to his customers. I think most of the car builders that visit these boards with a reputation for good work are similarly solicitous of the safety and health of their customers.
On the track, pushing more than 500whp on street tires is just plain nuts...you cannot use it and stay planted. On DOT-R rubber it is much different...assuming you have some significant track experience you can use that power, even dial it up to 550 and receive some benefits.
On the street..........it is actually more comfortable to dial it down to much lower levels. High power is high stress, and if you do not need it, why push all that "boom" and heat through your system? Extending the durability and reliability of the machine is important to enjoyment, unless you have a wallet with no bottom to it.
As for dialing in more than 500rwhp........that is a real case by case situation depending on the set up of the suspension, tires, and the driver as well as the application. Just because one has it available, does not mean one can or should do it. Michael is VERY cautious about turning over cars with monster power to his customers. I think most of the car builders that visit these boards with a reputation for good work are similarly solicitous of the safety and health of their customers.
On the track, pushing more than 500whp on street tires is just plain nuts...you cannot use it and stay planted. On DOT-R rubber it is much different...assuming you have some significant track experience you can use that power, even dial it up to 550 and receive some benefits.
On the street..........it is actually more comfortable to dial it down to much lower levels. High power is high stress, and if you do not need it, why push all that "boom" and heat through your system? Extending the durability and reliability of the machine is important to enjoyment, unless you have a wallet with no bottom to it.
Originally Posted by USN HM 350Z
nice lookin car
Originally Posted by dozzer1b
congrats bro.......welcome 2 the ZR TT CLUB!!!!!HAHA....great job once again Mike!!!
Tom,
New Volk GTS' are in the house...
I will let you see her in person before posting picts...
Originally Posted by THE ROADSTER
EAGLE1, that's is a very smart advice, that's why I want to stay low 500whp, it's way more than I can handel for right now. I just want it to be a daily driven car that's is reliable and zoooooom...when I had to. Good job Mike A.
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