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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 08:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Road Warrior
i think they are really early in the development process and things will change in order to maximize performance
...and fit under the hood too!
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by randyshemin@comcast.
...and fit under the hood too!
that would be a plus
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 09:12 AM
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Looks intereseting, I wonder why you didn't relocate the TB closer to the plenum (even attach it right to it), it should help the engine response a lot, kind of like ITBs but not to the same extenent.
Ther eis very limited space under the hood. THe TBs are going to have be some distance away from the plenum for clearance issues. It would take a mighty tall cowl hood to cover everything up if the TBs were bolted straight to the plenum.
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 10:54 AM
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Any one know of the price range on this thing? I'm assuming its around the same area of the SFR and CjM plenums, no?
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by randyshemin@comcast.
...and fit under the hood too!
Randy, play nice! He11 that wouldn't even fit under your hood though, would it?
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 11:43 AM
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We had some issues at the dyno today. Should be worked out by tomorrow.
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 08:01 PM
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Will everyone with the current crawford plenum need a completely new plenum or can it be retrofitted?
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 11:58 PM
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Originally Posted by DG350Z
Will everyone with the current crawford plenum need a completely new plenum or can it be retrofitted?
I'm pretty sure it will be a package deal, plenum, piping, TB, and extras.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 06:25 AM
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That thing sounds and looks like a Monster.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 10:35 AM
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We're waiting....
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 11:20 AM
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I just got back from the dyno testing the twin throttle body set up for the second time, sometimes I just hate this car.

While there do seem to be some gains to be had from a less restrictive or a larger intake/throttle body system, it seems it would be better to research utilizing a larger single throttle body. The twin set up would be cost prohibitive based on the gains we saw on the dyno and the cost to perfect such a setup not only for driveability but fitment as well. Not to mention what it would cost to produce and market.

Finally, the results: I got approx. 10 horsepower and 8 ft/lb of torque.with the twin TB setup based on today's dyno. There was a little problem with the air fuel ratio throughout the test, and it seemed throttle body motor #2 malfunctioned towards the end of the test.

So in conclusion, I don't think 9 to 10 hp is worth all the work and expense it would take to pefect this type of system.

PS- As they say on TV...

don't try this at home!
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 11:21 AM
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subscribing!
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 11:24 AM
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ur subscribing after they said it wasnt worth it...
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 11:40 AM
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ur subscribing after they said it wasnt worth it...
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 12:02 PM
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well although thats dissappointing news we are grateful for the effort...keep up the good work crawford and crew!
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Road Warrior
well although thats dissappointing news we are grateful for the effort...keep up the good work crawford and crew!
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 12:27 PM
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If it wasn't for ppl pushing the envelope trying new things, we'd be all sitting on rocks.
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 02:51 PM
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Could you explain how you were able to run dual throttlebodies synchronized?
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 03:27 PM
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wow thats too bad... really appreciate your efforts though doug... btw- have you ever looked into how Tommy Kaira did their ITB setup on their Z33?
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Old Feb 28, 2006 | 04:40 PM
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So is that what is in the works next.....a LARGER TB??
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