The Grond Chronicles : ECS work their Magic.... [dialup, take a nap]
11-16-2005, 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
Thanks! But it's just a matter of priorities. There are thousands of CF members that think nothing of dropping $5000 on wheels and tyres - like Fiske, CCW or iForged.
Heyyyyy!!!!!!! What's wrong with nice wheels???
PS: Slush boxes suck
PPS: You spelt tires wrong. Geez, a guy gets a picture of his face on some money, and he thinks he can do anything!!!
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11-16-2005, 12:42 PM
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looks good EG if you're still on for sat, I'd still like to join you.
if you are finishing up any mods let me know & maybe I'll try to get over a little earlier to lend a hand.
if you are finishing up any mods let me know & maybe I'll try to get over a little earlier to lend a hand.
11-16-2005, 01:08 PM
#45
nice work dude
by the way, how much did the transmission upgrade part of the mod cost - parts & labour?
got your old one still? although that may be like asking to borrow someone's j-strap, given your propensity for rapid accelleration
by the way, how much did the transmission upgrade part of the mod cost - parts & labour?
got your old one still? although that may be like asking to borrow someone's j-strap, given your propensity for rapid accelleration
11-16-2005, 01:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Freestyler
nice work dude
by the way, how much did the transmission upgrade part of the mod cost - parts & labour?
got your old one still?
by the way, how much did the transmission upgrade part of the mod cost - parts & labour?
got your old one still?
Chris gave me a special package deal so my costs may not be indicative of a separate installation cost of just the transmission.
EG
p.s. and the old transmission is sold.
11-16-2005, 01:35 PM
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All Hail England Queen!
err I mean..Sweet mod Stephen...i'd be willing to bet you lost more than a few RWHP....time for some new power! Find any new places for a Type R sticker...maybe that should get you back up to par!
So how do you like the 3.9's with the 4speed? Does it feel as fast as when you just added the cam?
Chris
err I mean..Sweet mod Stephen...i'd be willing to bet you lost more than a few RWHP....time for some new power! Find any new places for a Type R sticker...maybe that should get you back up to par!
So how do you like the 3.9's with the 4speed? Does it feel as fast as when you just added the cam?
Chris
Awesome mods. Keep up the good work.
11-16-2005, 05:33 PM
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Very very nice Stephen. It's apparent you, like me, really appreciate quality work and workmanship!
I do have a question about the LG torque tube mods with aluminum couplers. Have you noticed any significant drive-line noise issues on your drive home? This mod is on my list for future work, and it would be nice to get some feedback from someone who drives their Vette on the street as opposed to someone who has this mod but may only drive theirs at the track.
I do have a question about the LG torque tube mods with aluminum couplers. Have you noticed any significant drive-line noise issues on your drive home? This mod is on my list for future work, and it would be nice to get some feedback from someone who drives their Vette on the street as opposed to someone who has this mod but may only drive theirs at the track.
11-16-2005, 05:39 PM
#53
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Originally Posted by LoneStarFRC
Very very nice Stephen. It's apparent you, like me, really appreciate quality work and workmanship!
I do have a question about the LG torque tube mods with aluminum couplers. Have you noticed any significant drive-line noise issues on your drive home? This mod is on my list for future work, and it would be nice to get some feedback from someone who drives their Vette on the street as opposed to someone who has this mod but may only drive theirs at the track.
I do have a question about the LG torque tube mods with aluminum couplers. Have you noticed any significant drive-line noise issues on your drive home? This mod is on my list for future work, and it would be nice to get some feedback from someone who drives their Vette on the street as opposed to someone who has this mod but may only drive theirs at the track.
11-16-2005, 05:43 PM
#54
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Originally Posted by Stangkiller
All Hail England Queen!
err I mean..Sweet mod Stephen...i'd be willing to bet you lost more than a few RWHP....time for some new power! Find any new places for a Type R sticker...maybe that should get you back up to par!
So how do you like the 3.9's with the 4speed? Does it feel as fast as when you just added the cam?
Chris
err I mean..Sweet mod Stephen...i'd be willing to bet you lost more than a few RWHP....time for some new power! Find any new places for a Type R sticker...maybe that should get you back up to par!
So how do you like the 3.9's with the 4speed? Does it feel as fast as when you just added the cam?
Chris
I tached at 2100rpm at 65 and 2700rpm at 80mph in 4th gear. That is very acceptable to me and I have no regrets. Just wished I went with 4.10:1 now
Last edited by EG@EnglandGreen; 11-16-2005 at 05:50 PM.
11-16-2005, 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by sxe60
The secret is out. He's really the illegitimate son of Charles and the Queen pays him big $$$ to stay out of the country. 
11-16-2005, 06:02 PM
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Awesome. Thanks for all the 
pics of the project.
pics of the project.
11-16-2005, 06:08 PM
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Stephen,
You put the
in Mod.
I hope you don't get the East Lyme Leo's hanging out on 161. I'll have to use a different route to get to work.
You put the
in Mod.I hope you don't get the East Lyme Leo's hanging out on 161. I'll have to use a different route to get to work.
11-16-2005, 06:23 PM
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St. Jude Donor '03-'06-'07-'08
Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
Chris, feels like I bolted on 100rwhp !!!! Serious. Even though I have to take it easy and gentle, I can feel the power right under my foot - getting my big cam into powerband is instantenous now as opposed to (what felt like) forever with the 2.73:1 gears.
I tached at 2100rpm at 65 and 2700rpm at 80mph in 4th gear. That is very acceptable to me and I have no regrets. Just wished I went with 4.10:1 now
I tached at 2100rpm at 65 and 2700rpm at 80mph in 4th gear. That is very acceptable to me and I have no regrets. Just wished I went with 4.10:1 now
Congrats on your new setup. They are mods that will work with greater power over time. Can't beat the ECS shop for the quality of work that goes into your car. You will be back. I think that I can say my cars have spent more time on the lift at ECS than anybody else. Heck I just get to visit them. Doug has all the fun of driving them.
Seriously, I will be getting Blue back to drive tomorrow & can't wait to see it run with the NOVI like Silas has. From Doug's account in driving Silas' car I won't be dissappointed.
Again congrats on some great mods.
11-16-2005, 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by asmokegars
Stephen,
Congrats on your new setup. They are mods that will work with greater power over time. Can't beat the ECS shop for the quality of work that goes into your car. You will be back. I think that I can say my cars have spent more time on the lift at ECS than anybody else. Heck I just get to visit them. Doug has all the fun of driving them.
Seriously, I will be getting Blue back to drive tomorrow & can't wait to see it run with the NOVI like Silas has. From Doug's account in driving Silas' car I won't be dissappointed.
Again congrats on some great mods.
Congrats on your new setup. They are mods that will work with greater power over time. Can't beat the ECS shop for the quality of work that goes into your car. You will be back. I think that I can say my cars have spent more time on the lift at ECS than anybody else. Heck I just get to visit them. Doug has all the fun of driving them.
Seriously, I will be getting Blue back to drive tomorrow & can't wait to see it run with the NOVI like Silas has. From Doug's account in driving Silas' car I won't be dissappointed.
Again congrats on some great mods.
Just as I was leaving, Doug fired up your Blue Beast and drove it into the bay my car was in. It sounds awesome! The Novi is very quiet - the usual blower whine was not apparent. Over the 2 days I was there, I watched Doug complete your car - and all I keep thinking was
