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Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-19-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 789
Views: 179,370
Posted By spdu4ea
Exactly! It doesn't have to be rpm (though that...

Exactly! It doesn't have to be rpm (though that does contribute due to lowering of factor of safety) - it is the acceleration. Throw on some Dr's, hit redline in 4th, clutch in until engine is at...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-19-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 789
Views: 179,370
Posted By spdu4ea
Speed gradient 5000rpm/s Rpm 8705+ Clutch...

Speed gradient 5000rpm/s
Rpm 8705+
Clutch torque 448nm (in reverse direction)


...moneyshift...



Cars usually bent valves because the valvetrain is usually the weakest link. But if you...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 07-06-2011, 10:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,082
Posted By spdu4ea
There are way too many variables to tell. But if...

There are way too many variables to tell. But if you planned on an engine lasting 1/2 as long, you probably wouldn't wind up disappointed.


It isn't mandatory if you can rely on a certain amount...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 07-05-2011, 02:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,383
Posted By spdu4ea
It is probably something silly like they...

It is probably something silly like they reprogrammed the throttle mapping so now when your foot is 1/2 way to the floor, the butterflies are 75% open instead of 50% so at that specific condition it...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 06-28-2011, 05:46 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 16,583
Posted By spdu4ea
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbVKWCpNFhY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbVKWCpNFhY
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 06-24-2011, 03:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,504
Posted By spdu4ea
| | v (93 is about as rare...

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(93 is about as rare here as a pale face @ Jersey Shore)
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 06-13-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,618
Posted By spdu4ea
Assuming 90-95*, 29.9inhg, & 80% humidity --...

Assuming 90-95*, 29.9inhg, & 80% humidity -- you're looking at a SAE correction factor of 1.04-1.05 (~350rwhp). That is right inline with this exhaust + AA tune dyno:...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 06-08-2011, 10:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,988
Posted By spdu4ea
hah, sorry, was asking for graphs from the...

hah, sorry, was asking for graphs from the dynos...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 06-08-2011, 11:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,988
Posted By spdu4ea
any giraffes?

any giraffes?
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-27-2011, 11:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,729
Posted By spdu4ea
I would upgrade to the 100hz model. The standard...

I would upgrade to the 100hz model. The standard one samples just 10 times a second -- not super accurate...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-26-2011, 05:23 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
First, you have the difference in shift speed. ...

First, you have the difference in shift speed. DCT makes 4 shifts at 0.03s each for a total of 0.12sec spent coasting. 6MT makes 3 shifts that would take a good driver 0.2s each for a total of 0.6s...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-25-2011, 11:32 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
You're right that HKS recommends the GTS8550 for...

You're right that HKS recommends the GTS8550 for 250-500ps applications, but you really shouldn't trust a hp rating for turbo/SC/intercoolers. CFM is how designers specify them because CFM is what...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-25-2011, 07:29 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
Could have, I'm just going from Vortech's...

Could have, I'm just going from Vortech's website... (http://www.vortechsuperchargers.com/download.php?dir=pdf/guides&file=008543v3.0.pdf). HKS's website says 1 year in one place, and 2 years in...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-25-2011, 06:19 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
HKS GTS8550: 100,000 rpm 24 psi 925 CFM...

HKS GTS8550:
100,000 rpm
24 psi
925 CFM (~620hp)
12 lbs
60,000 mile oil change intervals
1 year warranty
$3250 MSRP
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-25-2011, 10:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,719
Posted By spdu4ea
Omar, these are using the HKS GTS8550, right? If...

Omar, these are using the HKS GTS8550, right? If so, have you considered the HKS GTS8555? From HKS japan's website, it looks like the 8550 is good for ~925cfm (~620hp) where the 8555 is good for...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-24-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
I'll give you that, so I could be eating my words...

I'll give you that, so I could be eating my words later when there are more than 2 or 3 AA customer dynos. For now I'm not aware of a reason I shouldn't give AA the benefit of the doubt.
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-24-2011, 08:21 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
Come on now, AJ -- I don't have a dog in this...

Come on now, AJ -- I don't have a dog in this fight. And last I checked AA doesn't even have a dynojet. Besides, that ESS run I posted could be considered a glory run of its own (IMG's dyno after...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-24-2011, 07:50 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 28,934
Posted By spdu4ea
http://img845.imageshack.us/img845/9207/aavess.jpg...

http://img845.imageshack.us/img845/9207/aavess.jpg (http://img845.imageshack.us/i/aavess.jpg/)
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-23-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,939
Posted By spdu4ea
Agree with both of the above -- especially since...

Agree with both of the above -- especially since the altruistic OP conveniently left out that the kit had been worked on/upgraded immediately prior to the discovery of the leak (hardly worthy of...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-22-2011, 02:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,301
Posted By spdu4ea
Generally true, but not always that simple. ...

Generally true, but not always that simple. Example: take an engine that can handle 9000rpm and stroke it. The top end can still handle 9000rpm, but the bottom end probably won't last, all else...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-19-2011, 01:32 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 32,929
Posted By spdu4ea
I definitely respect that Roman and I admire your...

I definitely respect that Roman and I admire your business model. I was just trying to point out how hasty it is for people to blast a competing vendor because its one sample (with published...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 05-18-2011, 10:27 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 32,929
Posted By spdu4ea
Drew, Impressive results, as usual. Looking...

Drew,
Impressive results, as usual. Looking forward to seeing more mexico vids!




Not sure why you felt the need to attack AA, but you're leaving out some important details... In...
Forum: General M3 Forum (E90 + E92 + E93) 05-04-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,235
Posted By spdu4ea
AA SC'd E90 M3 currently 1st @ One Lap

I didn't see it mentioned here before, but the Schaut Speed M3 (Updates from Owner HERE - http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=495820)(supercharged by Active Autowerke) is currently 1st in...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 04-28-2011, 05:40 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,419
Posted By spdu4ea
Sorena was bringing up a vbox 1/4 mile pass from...

Sorena was bringing up a vbox 1/4 mile pass from a separate thread: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpost.php?p=9469534&postcount=16


Drew correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe the following is...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 04-27-2011, 05:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,715
Posted By spdu4ea
I'm also curious how quickly it will pull timing...

I'm also curious how quickly it will pull timing back. Is it more of a gradual adaptation like this:



(fictitious 60-130 times)

baseline with meth: 7.4s
1st run w/o meth: 7.6
2nd run w/o...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 04-26-2011, 11:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,715
Posted By spdu4ea
Impressive display of durability Drew. Only 5...

Impressive display of durability Drew. Only 5 minutes of cooldown before your fastest pass of the night? Crazy -- and that doesn't even count driving back down the return and the burnout!
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 04-21-2011, 06:09 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 15,880
Posted By spdu4ea
Congrats Drew and ESS! Looks like we'll be...

Congrats Drew and ESS! Looks like we'll be seeing a new personal best from you just as soon as you throw on the other pulley and race gas...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 04-18-2011, 02:19 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,137
Posted By spdu4ea
Freudian slip? ;)

Freudian slip? ;)
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 03-29-2011, 12:54 PM
Replies: 479
Views: 66,035
Posted By spdu4ea
Whichever raises your red flag most I suppose. ...

Whichever raises your red flag most I suppose. For me the uniformity of the gains across the rpm range caught my eye (http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpost.php?p=9183675&postcount=49) as something...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 03-28-2011, 06:19 PM
Replies: 479
Views: 66,035
Posted By spdu4ea
<conjecture> If it means anything, I do think...

<conjecture>
If it means anything, I do think the OE tune made more power. I've done some additional analysis which leads me to believe this is the most likely scenario:
...
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