SSRA install and first impressions .. pics..
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12-26-2011, 06:19 PM
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No cooling issues here with my FTRA, but that's going by the stock gauge. I don't know how accurate that is.
I didn't notice any low end gains, and I can't speak for top end as I don't have track times, trap speeds, or another vehicle to baseline against.
Zero problems in rain. I DD my car so I've been through some heavy downpours. Just take it easy through puddles that look like they could be deep.
I didn't notice any increase in mpg. 27mpg avg. before and 27mpg average after. M6 with 3.42 gears.
I didn't notice any low end gains, and I can't speak for top end as I don't have track times, trap speeds, or another vehicle to baseline against.
Zero problems in rain. I DD my car so I've been through some heavy downpours. Just take it easy through puddles that look like they could be deep.
I didn't notice any increase in mpg. 27mpg avg. before and 27mpg average after. M6 with 3.42 gears.
As far as track times, I run pretty consistantly. I tried the block off plate and removed the weather stripping to disable it for a run, and ran 13.7. Next run I removed the block off and replaced the weatherstrip and ran a .....13.7.
12-27-2011, 10:13 AM
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i used this as a baseline FWIW, i believe he installed his the correct way sealing off everything.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/drag-raci...oof-works.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/drag-raci...oof-works.html
12-27-2011, 11:07 PM
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ive had mine on for over a year now, been through a few rainy days but no issues. I didnt notice any difference in power meaning when i go WOT do i feel it pulling hard, not really felt the same to me as before. Mine is sealed off at the front of the air box which i got a rubber seal with my SSRA. I dont know or cant comfirm if ive gained mph in the quarter since ive never been to the track.
12-28-2011, 10:07 AM
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Who said that?
StuntmanMike made 2 runs. One with the FTRA open, and the other with it blocked off. That's too small of a sample to draw any conclusions. And I have not done any back to back runs at the track comparing before and after with the FTRA. If someone can notice a 2mph trap speed and 0.1sec ET gain by the seat of their pants on the street with nothing else to compare to, I call
I went with the FTRA because:
1.) It retains AC, and I DD my car in the summer.
2.) I like stainless steel over aluminum or plastic because it won't corrode or crack.
3.) It doesn't reduce ground clearance and break on curbs, speed bumps, etc.
I'm not looking to squeeze every last HP out of my car. I wanted a nice quality piece that will hold up for a very long time and provide some gains, so the FTRA was the right choice for me.
StuntmanMike made 2 runs. One with the FTRA open, and the other with it blocked off. That's too small of a sample to draw any conclusions. And I have not done any back to back runs at the track comparing before and after with the FTRA. If someone can notice a 2mph trap speed and 0.1sec ET gain by the seat of their pants on the street with nothing else to compare to, I call
I went with the FTRA because:
1.) It retains AC, and I DD my car in the summer.
2.) I like stainless steel over aluminum or plastic because it won't corrode or crack.
3.) It doesn't reduce ground clearance and break on curbs, speed bumps, etc.
I'm not looking to squeeze every last HP out of my car. I wanted a nice quality piece that will hold up for a very long time and provide some gains, so the FTRA was the right choice for me.
12-29-2011, 01:36 AM
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Who said that?
StuntmanMike made 2 runs. One with the FTRA open, and the other with it blocked off. That's too small of a sample to draw any conclusions. And I have not done any back to back runs at the track comparing before and after with the FTRA. If someone can notice a 2mph trap speed and 0.1sec ET gain by the seat of their pants on the street with nothing else to compare to, I call
I went with the FTRA because:
1.) It retains AC, and I DD my car in the summer.
2.) I like stainless steel over aluminum or plastic because it won't corrode or crack.
3.) It doesn't reduce ground clearance and break on curbs, speed bumps, etc.
I'm not looking to squeeze every last HP out of my car. I wanted a nice quality piece that will hold up for a very long time and provide some gains, so the FTRA was the right choice for me.
StuntmanMike made 2 runs. One with the FTRA open, and the other with it blocked off. That's too small of a sample to draw any conclusions. And I have not done any back to back runs at the track comparing before and after with the FTRA. If someone can notice a 2mph trap speed and 0.1sec ET gain by the seat of their pants on the street with nothing else to compare to, I call
I went with the FTRA because:
1.) It retains AC, and I DD my car in the summer.
2.) I like stainless steel over aluminum or plastic because it won't corrode or crack.
3.) It doesn't reduce ground clearance and break on curbs, speed bumps, etc.
I'm not looking to squeeze every last HP out of my car. I wanted a nice quality piece that will hold up for a very long time and provide some gains, so the FTRA was the right choice for me.
12-29-2011, 08:18 AM
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yes its called the megamouth
Here's a comparison pic
vs
SS vs Plastic, Bottom breather vs Scoop.
You can't go wrong with either design since it serves the same purpose. However, if you prefer a bottom breather design, just do a FRA mod. Also remember the SSRA angles away from the radiator, so its not blocking it so air can flow freely through the radiator. Your also less prone for hydrolocking the engine with the SSRA. Not to mention it has enough room for a nice tranny cooler, and thats a huge plus.
The one bad thing about it is its prone to crack when you hit something, but on the flipside, it is flexible enough to withstand a few abrasions here and there from going up a steeeeeep hill or being towed ona flatbed for example.
the SSRA is super light too, like 2 lbs lol or something.
vs
SS vs Plastic, Bottom breather vs Scoop.
You can't go wrong with either design since it serves the same purpose. However, if you prefer a bottom breather design, just do a FRA mod. Also remember the SSRA angles away from the radiator, so its not blocking it so air can flow freely through the radiator. Your also less prone for hydrolocking the engine with the SSRA. Not to mention it has enough room for a nice tranny cooler, and thats a huge plus.
The one bad thing about it is its prone to crack when you hit something, but on the flipside, it is flexible enough to withstand a few abrasions here and there from going up a steeeeeep hill or being towed ona flatbed for example.
the SSRA is super light too, like 2 lbs lol or something.
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12-30-2011, 12:50 AM
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LeanPocket, I'm glad you like it. It looks like your missing some of the weatherstripping on the top. You can get some more from Ace hardware.
A new scoop design is coming out for the AC version SSRA. I tested this prototype all summer long with no problems. I'm not sure if this will just be the new scoop sold with the SSRA or an option. This does cost more to make.
Here's a youtube video of it from last Febuary. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnJbD0KBJsM
Each honk represents 10 mph.
BTW, it will come in black, and there won't be those holes.
A new scoop design is coming out for the AC version SSRA. I tested this prototype all summer long with no problems. I'm not sure if this will just be the new scoop sold with the SSRA or an option. This does cost more to make.
Here's a youtube video of it from last Febuary. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnJbD0KBJsM
Each honk represents 10 mph.
BTW, it will come in black, and there won't be those holes.
When does that come out and where is it sold?
01-01-2012, 08:54 PM
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Soon. The first production version is in a customers hands now. I'm sure he'll post up his impressions soon. The WS6 store will sell them.
I haven't decided if this will just be the scoop that comes with the SSRA from now on, or if it will be an option.
I haven't decided if this will just be the scoop that comes with the SSRA from now on, or if it will be an option.
01-03-2012, 04:40 PM
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What you need to try and do is 1/4 mile times: Base. FRA. SSRA. **NEW** SSRA.
With that being said, i don't see it being much of a improvement if any, however having that is a huge convinience.