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"My initial reaction is positive, I notice improved power through the RPM band."
thats it?
please tell me about all the fun you are having with it, pleeaaasssse.
thats it?
please tell me about all the fun you are having with it, pleeaaasssse.
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OK, I guess I should update you guys.
After about 250 miles, the ECU seems to be adjusting nicely. I don't have any pinging problems and very smooth power delivery.
One of the cool things is, it's like having 2 trucks. If you want to be mild mannered and stay out of boost you can.
Or if you want to drive it like you stole it it's a lot of fun!
I prefer the 2nd choice It's really cool to pull up beside a N/A Runner, Taco or especially a little ricer Honda or something and just spank it off of the light.
It really has a lot of power now! And, It is very cool to kick it into boost. Although, I can't wait to get my ACT clutch so I can really experience the power at all rpms (It's slipping at high torque).
I am going to Santa Fe tomorrow, it's about an hour drive all freeway. So I should be able to check out it's freeway performance. I'll let you know.
After about 250 miles, the ECU seems to be adjusting nicely. I don't have any pinging problems and very smooth power delivery.
One of the cool things is, it's like having 2 trucks. If you want to be mild mannered and stay out of boost you can.
Or if you want to drive it like you stole it it's a lot of fun!
I prefer the 2nd choice It's really cool to pull up beside a N/A Runner, Taco or especially a little ricer Honda or something and just spank it off of the light.
It really has a lot of power now! And, It is very cool to kick it into boost. Although, I can't wait to get my ACT clutch so I can really experience the power at all rpms (It's slipping at high torque).
I am going to Santa Fe tomorrow, it's about an hour drive all freeway. So I should be able to check out it's freeway performance. I'll let you know.
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I just want to know what speed you hit the top of La Bajarra hill at...
Don't forget the radar detector !!!!
I just want to know what speed you hit the top of La Bajarra hill at...
Don't forget the radar detector !!!!
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Jim,
I know it might still be too early to say, since the ECU is still learning, but any plans for additional upgrades, ie. injectors and such? I know Gadget seemed to recommend doing something to the tranny to prevent it getting burned out....
I know it might still be too early to say, since the ECU is still learning, but any plans for additional upgrades, ie. injectors and such? I know Gadget seemed to recommend doing something to the tranny to prevent it getting burned out....
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I have a manual trans, I think you are refering to a auto trans upgrade.
However, I do need to put in a higher performing clutch.
And for the NM guys, I hit the bottom of La Bajarra at 80mph (normal) and I had all the power I needed to hit the top at 95mph, I could have easily hit the speed limiter if it wasn't for traffic. I was amazed at the power.
However, I do need to put in a higher performing clutch.
And for the NM guys, I hit the bottom of La Bajarra at 80mph (normal) and I had all the power I needed to hit the top at 95mph, I could have easily hit the speed limiter if it wasn't for traffic. I was amazed at the power.
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All it takes is once!
I think you can now be officially deemed addicted
I have a buddy that lives in Rio Rancho witha burgandy x-cab w/SC that commutes to SF everyday and loves to blow by everyone up La Bajarra! When we get together it seems that we haul a** everywhere we go. LOL
Scott
I think you can now be officially deemed addicted
I have a buddy that lives in Rio Rancho witha burgandy x-cab w/SC that commutes to SF everyday and loves to blow by everyone up La Bajarra! When we get together it seems that we haul a** everywhere we go. LOL
Scott
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NM Guys
Since this turned into a NM thread, the NM TTORA guys are getting together at Hooters in Abq on Mon 9/15 at 6:30 to chat and such I thought I would go over and meet them. Are any of you up for it?
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Re: NM Guys
Originally posted by Albuquerque Jim
Since this turned into a NM thread, the NM TTORA guys are getting together at Hooters in Abq on Mon 9/15 at 6:30 to chat and such I thought I would go over and meet them. Are any of you up for it?
Since this turned into a NM thread, the NM TTORA guys are getting together at Hooters in Abq on Mon 9/15 at 6:30 to chat and such I thought I would go over and meet them. Are any of you up for it?
a good bunch. I've been involved with then for a couple of years now.
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I got to go for a ride in Jim's SC'd Runner today and is was "GREAT"!!
I love the whine of the Super Charger and it has been awhile since I rode in any vehicle that accelerated like that. It runs and idles very smooth and no pinging. He left with my extra Dynomax muffler so the next time I see him his Runner should be a bit louder and faster.
I love the whine of the Super Charger and it has been awhile since I rode in any vehicle that accelerated like that. It runs and idles very smooth and no pinging. He left with my extra Dynomax muffler so the next time I see him his Runner should be a bit louder and faster.
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Thanks for the compliments, When I get the muffler and a new clutch I will take you for a real ride I don't even think I took it to red line today
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