TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . .
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TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . .
Well, I let myself get talked into (again :(), a new header/cat system against my better judgement, and I have proved to myself, my first extinct is usually better. Here it is:
On a 2002 Z06, only performance mods are Blackwing and air bridge (that means everything else is stock, the way it comes from the factory).
We installed TPIS headers with Random Technology's new system.
Here's their description: "C5 Corvette--Add 10 horsepower and 14 lbs./ft. of torque with our complete all-stainless steel high flow converter/X-pipe assembly. Available in 2-3/4" and 3" diameters, it's a direct fit, bolt-in replacement." BTW, I had the 3".
After a few days of driving, I just didn't like it, and the car just didn't seem to be responding the way I expected. After 1000 miles (try to give the PCM plenty of learning time), I dynoed the car: 373 rwhp 364 rwtq. A/F ratio was off a little, but not much. Probably could have gained another 6-8 with LS Edit.
I knew deep down, this wasn't what I wanted, so I decided, screw it, I'm going to take my losses and do what I wanted to in the first place. So I worked a deal, and had it done. I replaced the TPIS with Belangers, and replaced the Random system with my stock setup and added an x-pipe. So now, my only mods are Blackwing, air bridge, Belangers and a Magna-flo x-pipe. Results (same dyno): 382rwhp 373rwtq About the same relearn mileage, and no PCM work, and better yet, no A/F ratio issues. Car feels good (ask RAT ;)).
Anyway, not trying to bash anyone's products or service here, just posting back results. I want to thank Paul at Corvette's of Houston for working with me in swapping out to what I wanted. You have to give them credit for trying new things, this one just didn't work for me. :cheers:
Short version:
Blackwing, air bridge, TPIS LT headers, Random Tech system w/x-pipe: 373 rwhp 364 rwtq
Blackwing, air bridge, Belanger LT headers, stock cats, Magna-flo x-pipe: 382rwhp 373rwtq
Both dynoed on the same dyno SAE correction at 0.98. 1/4 mile results in my sig were with TPIS/Random system (only about 100 miles of relearn).
:cheers:
[Modified by JWSchmidt3, 10:29 AM 12/11/2002]
On a 2002 Z06, only performance mods are Blackwing and air bridge (that means everything else is stock, the way it comes from the factory).
We installed TPIS headers with Random Technology's new system.
Here's their description: "C5 Corvette--Add 10 horsepower and 14 lbs./ft. of torque with our complete all-stainless steel high flow converter/X-pipe assembly. Available in 2-3/4" and 3" diameters, it's a direct fit, bolt-in replacement." BTW, I had the 3".
After a few days of driving, I just didn't like it, and the car just didn't seem to be responding the way I expected. After 1000 miles (try to give the PCM plenty of learning time), I dynoed the car: 373 rwhp 364 rwtq. A/F ratio was off a little, but not much. Probably could have gained another 6-8 with LS Edit.
I knew deep down, this wasn't what I wanted, so I decided, screw it, I'm going to take my losses and do what I wanted to in the first place. So I worked a deal, and had it done. I replaced the TPIS with Belangers, and replaced the Random system with my stock setup and added an x-pipe. So now, my only mods are Blackwing, air bridge, Belangers and a Magna-flo x-pipe. Results (same dyno): 382rwhp 373rwtq About the same relearn mileage, and no PCM work, and better yet, no A/F ratio issues. Car feels good (ask RAT ;)).
Anyway, not trying to bash anyone's products or service here, just posting back results. I want to thank Paul at Corvette's of Houston for working with me in swapping out to what I wanted. You have to give them credit for trying new things, this one just didn't work for me. :cheers:
Short version:
Blackwing, air bridge, TPIS LT headers, Random Tech system w/x-pipe: 373 rwhp 364 rwtq
Blackwing, air bridge, Belanger LT headers, stock cats, Magna-flo x-pipe: 382rwhp 373rwtq
Both dynoed on the same dyno SAE correction at 0.98. 1/4 mile results in my sig were with TPIS/Random system (only about 100 miles of relearn).
:cheers:
[Modified by JWSchmidt3, 10:29 AM 12/11/2002]
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (JWSchmidt3)
Interesting, JW. From all the enthusiasm about TPIS, I would've thought the diff would be minimal. Why didn't you leave the hi-flo cats in? The Belangers are the tri-y design, correct?
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (JWSchmidt3)
What did you do with the Random Tech cats? If they are available, I would be interested.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (JWSchmidt3)
I've never had Belangers, but I'm told the Belangers are very good for mid RPM power. So it's not surprising that they perform well on a stock motor. I would think that with heads and cam, the TPIS would have fared better.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (Patches)
Interesting, JW. From all the enthusiasm about TPIS, I would've thought the diff would be minimal. Why didn't you leave the hi-flo cats in? The Belangers are the tri-y design, correct?
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (YELLOHHH)
What did you do with the Random Tech cats? If they are available, I would be interested.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (Rapid Transit)
That 's great improvement! Do they sound different?
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (jfpilla)
I've never had Belangers, but I'm told the Belangers are very good for mid RPM power. So it's not surprising that they perform well on a stock motor. I would think that with heads and cam, the TPIS would have fared better.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (C5Noir)
Great news, JW! BTW, can you snap some more pics of that hood for me????
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (JWSchmidt3)
JW......do your Belangers have a diffuser in them ?( a cone like thing-a-ma-bob) I have the Belangers but never got a chance to dyno yet.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (Mag Red Monster)
JW......do your Belangers have a diffuser in them ?( a cone like thing-a-ma-bob) I have the Belangers but never got a chance to dyno yet.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (JWSchmidt3)
JW......do your Belangers have a diffuser in them ?( a cone like thing-a-ma-bob) I have the Belangers but never got a chance to dyno yet.
Yes, I believe so. I think that may be called a "collector" :confused: but I like "thing-a-ma-bob" too. :lol: :cheers:
Yes, I believe so. I think that may be called a "collector" :confused: but I like "thing-a-ma-bob" too. :lol: :cheers:
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (Mag Red Monster)
JW, where did you get that hood? How much was it? How does it fit on the car? Was much work needed to get it to mate up with the lines of the C5? I LOVE that hood man. It looks KILLER!
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (C5Noir)
JW, where did you get that hood? How much was it? How does it fit on the car? Was much work needed to get it to mate up with the lines of the C5? I LOVE that hood man. It looks KILLER!
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JW......do your Belangers have a diffuser in them ?( a cone like thing-a-ma-bob) I have the Belangers but never got a chance to dyno yet.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (JWSchmidt3)
Glad to hear you're happy with the new setup. Looking forward to putting the set I've had sitting in the garage on in the next couple of weeks.
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Re: TPIS/Random to Belanger switch - Results . . . (Houston_Z_Man)
It's hard to know without A/F data for each run. Did you record that on a wideband by chance? If you were too rich with the TPIS and the Belangers flow more and leaned you back down to optimal, that may or may not have been part of the gains.