Wow ... well, first and foremost, thanks guys. Nice to know the club's got my back ... icon_lol.gif
Hater? No, then I would have said something along the lines of "At least I can read my boost gauge." icon_wink.gif
As for not finding any of my mods ... if it's really that hard to see. You could have asked.
I don't know how much power my car is making. I figured that dyno time on a car that's modded the same as most would be pretty pointless.
But once the new turbo/fuel rail/injectors/ported head/cam/EMBC and fuel computer go on, it will be dynoed. Just to prove that the mods work. So that if anyone on the board wants to go the same route I did, they can.
But yeah ... I was just curious ... and kept a lot of comments to myself.
Losing 40hp to 6 psi of boost over the efficiency range of a T25 surprised me.
And I for one have always believed you make a car fast first, fast looking second. I'm proud of the fact my 200 is ghetto. Because I only spent $300 on it, and have maybe $500 invested in it.
If you want a cookie or something for spending $6,000 on your car, sure. I for one would keep $6,000 invested to make less power than Dave (wacomuk) did on his dyno run to myself. I don't think throwing money at a car is a great way to go fast. And 188hp for $6000 is bordering on Honda territory. If you ever need a small block or big block pushrod V8 motor built, for $6000 I could probably squeeze 750hp on pump gas. And that's with a healthy a$$hole tax.
And in all honesty, on the behalf of everyone here, I wanted some proof. Not because I feel you would have a reason to lie to us, but some things didn't add up, and I wanted to know why or why not.
I remember not too long ago (won't mention poster's name because every time I do, he comes back out of the woodwork) who posted that the best way to make power in an S12 was to boost to 20 psi without an intercooler.
And we put a stop to it. Why? Most of us knew better, but there's always the chance some newb would believe him and try it.
And as for calling me a ricer ... that's a joke. Its not like I have Recaro seats or anything. icon_wink.gif But funny enough, I do have APC pedals ... I find toe heeling easier with them.
VCR? How 80s do you think I am? icon_confused.gif No, I have 2F2F on DVD ... it's pretty funny.
And don't take this as a "flame" or a "hate" or whatever word you want to come up with.
If you want to disrespect me or my cars, go ahead. I don't get bent out of shape over it. But I've built a lot of fast cars. I made 632 hp out of a 383 ci small block chev, and I was 17. It was bolted into a home-built Pontiac Acadian with no big dollar parts - almost all stock. And it ran 11.6. With money to burn on a narrowed rear end and good slicks that car would have easily been into the 10s.
I try to do my best to be helpful to members. I don't have a "wealth" of import experience, but really, it doesn't make a difference. An engine is an air pump, whether it's carby or FI. Most of us on this board are backyard DIYers. Bart has made absolutely genius advancements in the suspension/steering/all-things-S12. Why? Because he's trying to help all of us. He's saving board members literally hundreds if not thousands of dollars out of the goodness of his heart.
That, I respect.
The Good Doctor, who has probably not even had the time to sit down for the past couple months, still takes the time out of his insano-busy schedule to help members out, as well as devote time to advancements of the S12. He's even helping turbo guys go fast, and he's driving an NA car. He practically bathes in huge horsepower cars. I'd kill to have the opportunities he does. Plays a mean tuba too icon_wink.gif
That I also respect.
Chris has taken an enormous amount of his personal time to give the VG guys a haven for their SEs. He has a lifetime of auto experience to draw on, and does so just to help. He also has shown a great deal of love for club members.
That I respect.
Mimms, Geoff and the rest of the new West Coast Canuck crew are very very quickly becoming experts, and have gone from learning to teaching, and helping others.
Hell, and Travis out there was one of the first fast turbo S12s in that area. And he's got some pretty frightening projects coming out.
Then there's the UK contingent. Spencer is the closest thing to an S12 saint as there ever will be. He's helped us all, from Newbie to mod. Another member who has a crazy hectic schedule, shares his knowledge daily. I miss having him around, but he's got priorities, and I'm sure we'll all see him again soon.
Also in the UK, there's Gripo, 320 whp out of a ca18et. And Wacomuk, probably next in line, he's going to have some freaky power shortly. And honest Jim, a seriously stand-up S12 guy.
Let's not forget the Swedes either. The meatball contingent have some real hardcore cars too. We bitch about parts availability and aftermarket, but these dudes have it hard. You should see the Drifting Dragons ... awesome.
The stateside you've got Arro, who not here for some time, got mine, and a number of other member's heads out of our collective asses, and taught us all a lot about turbo cars. Sterling, he's been quiet, which worries me. Last I saw he had a turbo the size of my head perched on his ca20e. Then there's Alex, who has a stick-to-it-ness that we could all learn from. He blew up the "ca20et pioneer" car. And now he's doing it all again.
Bulls eye, or Mr. Panda, cranky pants ... icon_wink.gif Knows his stuff, doesn't run his mouth, again, another valuable resurce. He's gotten way beyond "bolt-on" goodies, and can teach us all a thing or twenty.
Joart has done custom work to his car that makes me salivate. He's got a wicked eye for customization, and I always look forward to his pictures. Even if I like fixed headlights better than sleepy eyes icon_wink.gif
SSchung is probably the only guy that has as much Canadian Tire money from his S12 project as I do. One day we'll get to those beers my friend.
All of this is run by Dan. He doesn't even have his S12 anymore, but he loves the car. He also knows more about all models of S12 than most of us. But above all that, his love for cars, and love for members and his money is what we have to thank for this site.
And I'm positive I've forgotten hundreds of members, and I mean no disrespect. There's just so many good people on here, that when I read ...
"and have never faced the same sort of wolf pack,kill everything that is new attitude, I have never bashed a newbie, nor have I "Flamed" someone for a difference in opinion,. I understand my words may have been out of context, however, just because you guys have been on this site for so long doesnt' mean you should be doubting other peoples claims based more or less on the fact that you dont beleive I have x mods done to my car."
and ...
"I hope that all of you who have showed unfriendtly doubt(althouy it was done with little disrespect.) to look at yourselves and think about this, I came to this forum to share what I had and to see what other people had. Upon my arrival and first few staement sof my car I was ridiculed to an extent"
I get mad. Don't throw words like "respect" around until you have the first clue what you're talking about.
As for "not needing this board" I think the board needs your "I paid $6000 to have X parts installed" even less.
And if you want to go all Simian ... keep it to PM. I won't post your PMs in the lobby, or just delete them. If you have a beef, go right ahead. Feel free to pour the "hate" on my ratty S12. It is shoddy, and I know it. I'll get around to the bodywork eventually. Did I mention that I painted my Charger?
But if you want to try and flame the "attitude" of this board, I won't stand for it. Too many good people have poured their hearts and souls into helping other people.
I'm done here, and I don't think this was a very meaningful post, so if you want to lock it or delete it fine. I won't respond in here to any further time wasting. And I do so out of respect
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1972 Dodge Charger 413ci/6.6L
1968 Mercury Cougar 289ci/4.6L
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