Has your V lost performance power with higher Mileage on the car?
02-10-2009, 03:37 PM
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450rwhp really is the sweet spot for fun on public streets. At least, that has always kept me happy!
Does anyone push or recommend the tranny or diff coolers from GMPP as a good idea? I figure that is more for the folks doing autocross who are going to cook the fluid, but it sounded like a good idea in general. You run cooler temps and have more fluid in the system that way.
For the wheel hop problem. I looked at BMR, which changes some of the connections. That seems dirt simple. Heard of another kit, but when I searched I couldn't find it. Also, does SPOHN support parts for the CTS-Vs? I've always been satisfied with his products in the past.
Does anyone push or recommend the tranny or diff coolers from GMPP as a good idea? I figure that is more for the folks doing autocross who are going to cook the fluid, but it sounded like a good idea in general. You run cooler temps and have more fluid in the system that way.
For the wheel hop problem. I looked at BMR, which changes some of the connections. That seems dirt simple. Heard of another kit, but when I searched I couldn't find it. Also, does SPOHN support parts for the CTS-Vs? I've always been satisfied with his products in the past.
02-11-2009, 08:07 AM
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idk my Lightning made over 600 when i was still driving it on the street and it was fun could have had more. Just the 3-2 downshift was pointless. Oh I didnt have kids then though 
02-11-2009, 08:26 AM
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what? 1-2? I'm pretty disappointed in the 'factory' 400hp rating. I've never lost to something I shouldn't have lost to, but thats not saying much. bone stock V vs a nearly bone stock c5z06 and a built ws6.
02-11-2009, 09:31 AM
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seafoams good for low or high mileage
I deep creep the car every oil change and do a full treatment about every 10k. Really restores the car, and puffs out lots of crap out the exhaust, so I know its cleaning and getting rid of the carbon build up.
I deep creep the car every oil change and do a full treatment about every 10k. Really restores the car, and puffs out lots of crap out the exhaust, so I know its cleaning and getting rid of the carbon build up.
02-11-2009, 10:19 AM
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Its hard to get a quality, quick 1-2 shift without losing serious traction and thus reducing your speed, and moving out of your target rpm zone. It can be done, as Ive done it before, and let me tell you it makes a world of a difference. You will notice when you get it right...it may be 1 out of 30 attempts that truly feels "right-on".
The easiest way to learn it, is find a friend with an automatic car thats somewhat quick....auto mustang gt's work great...go line them up and run him from 0-60 until you start kicking his *** BAD.
With a quality 1-2 shift, Ive beaten brand new STI's - stock - from 0-60. Without the quality 1-2 shift, Ive lost to the older 04 wrx's -stock - from 0-60.....
that right there should show you the difference the 1-2 makes. Stock 04 wrx's have trouble running high 13.9.....stock 08 sti's are running low low 13's.
The easiest way to learn it, is find a friend with an automatic car thats somewhat quick....auto mustang gt's work great...go line them up and run him from 0-60 until you start kicking his *** BAD.
With a quality 1-2 shift, Ive beaten brand new STI's - stock - from 0-60. Without the quality 1-2 shift, Ive lost to the older 04 wrx's -stock - from 0-60.....
that right there should show you the difference the 1-2 makes. Stock 04 wrx's have trouble running high 13.9.....stock 08 sti's are running low low 13's.
02-11-2009, 10:23 AM
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I mean... any old guy or young woman could have owned the car and babied it forever. But it only takes one hole-shot or burn-out if someone makes a mistake to tap a few valves. Likewise, could be driven like a kitten forever but the owner doesn't know cars and kept driving with the Check Engine light on when the car was overheating, causing significant damage.
When it comes to sports cars, you've got to take a good look. Esp w/ these... they ONLY came with 6-spds and they all have 400hp. In today's world, those of us who want to have a good time with a car all opt for stick. So this isn't quite the same as a Corvette, which come with automatics as standard options, where you have casual mid-lifers and women driving their fancy car. With the CTS-Vs, we're all out there having fun.
02-11-2009, 11:30 AM
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Its hard to get a quality, quick 1-2 shift without losing serious traction and thus reducing your speed, and moving out of your target rpm zone. It can be done, as Ive done it before, and let me tell you it makes a world of a difference. You will notice when you get it right...it may be 1 out of 30 attempts that truly feels "right-on".
The easiest way to learn it, is find a friend with an automatic car thats somewhat quick....auto mustang gt's work great...go line them up and run him from 0-60 until you start kicking his *** BAD.
With a quality 1-2 shift, Ive beaten brand new STI's - stock - from 0-60. Without the quality 1-2 shift, Ive lost to the older 04 wrx's -stock - from 0-60.....
that right there should show you the difference the 1-2 makes. Stock 04 wrx's have trouble running high 13.9.....stock 08 sti's are running low low 13's.
The easiest way to learn it, is find a friend with an automatic car thats somewhat quick....auto mustang gt's work great...go line them up and run him from 0-60 until you start kicking his *** BAD.
With a quality 1-2 shift, Ive beaten brand new STI's - stock - from 0-60. Without the quality 1-2 shift, Ive lost to the older 04 wrx's -stock - from 0-60.....
that right there should show you the difference the 1-2 makes. Stock 04 wrx's have trouble running high 13.9.....stock 08 sti's are running low low 13's.
02-11-2009, 02:45 PM
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I really cant wait to put a hurtin on his car! I just cant think of 1 person that has a quick auto in my area that I could run once I get it???? I may have to go practice on some local S.R.T.8's or TBSS's in my area... I know a couple of brothers that own matching orange Galardos that I can go get spanked by!!! haha
02-11-2009, 03:36 PM
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dont expect to be hurting on that GT until you get some driving time under your belt. But racing him 20-30 times, I guarantee by the end your giving it to him. I know I easily shoot past 13.0 cars when I race them from a roll.
02-11-2009, 07:17 PM
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02-11-2009, 07:36 PM
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SO, you should be focusing on lots torque! Remember, this car is Heavy......It seems we will be getting a V around the same time, Let me know if you find some really cheap ones.......I can't wait to see how it drives with a 400-700lbs Diet.....HEHE.....I am looking right now but otherwise, I am having my buddy who owns a dealership find me a ragged one in the autions....
02-11-2009, 08:20 PM
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You are worrying "way to much" about your purchase. You are not buying a new car, so you are going to find a problem eventually. Just go with you gut. You are going to love it, or you are going to pawn it off on some other poor sucker. Anyways, good luck and keep us posted.
