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  • Hack reacted to TeeLew's post in the thread S550 Does more power = more heat? with Like Like.
    You bet, it's super common. The CV Fab intake pipes even have a bung in them standard. I have one on my "I got to get this finished" shelf in the garage. If you're anywhere hot and dry, it'll be worth quite a bit of power. If it's not so hot...
  • Hack reacted to TeeLew's post in the thread S550 Does more power = more heat? with Like Like.
    This is a really common kit to use on Eco's. https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sno-210It does a great job of dropping air intake temp and increasing knock resistance. You can also use it to actually fuel the car, but if you're not bang on...
  • Hack reacted to BWoolley's post in the thread S550 Does more power = more heat? with Like Like.
    A note here. The fuel used was methanol since the Indy Car engines back then were running methanol. Also, we did have a few dyno fires early on since there was a dodgy seal between the 9th butterfly housing and the plenum and the leak fell...
  • Hack reacted to Stangra's post in the thread S550 Does more power = more heat? with Like Like.
    Hood vents would be a helpful addition too. Great combination to force cold air to your coolers from the front/draw hot air out from behind.
  • I ducted my IC from the lower bumper grille and the radiator from the upper. Used Home Depot sheet aluminum. Super thin gauge but worked.
  • Does your Dark Horse have the Handling Package? I’m guessing it does and you’re hearing the electric pump for the differential cooling system.
  • Ludachris
    Video for the Mod Squad Garage spindle installation. Such a game changer.
  • Ludachris
    2026 Muscle on the Mountain Recap: I got back from Ocracoke Island transferred most of my stuff over to the race trailer, then left for PA the next morning at 8am. The drive was nice other than my truck is still going into limp mode under heavy...
  • TeeLew reacted to Fabman's post in the thread S550 Does more power = more heat? with Like Like.
    Everything runs cooler.
  • txgt
    I don’t have a diff cooler. I change mine with BG Ultra Guard 75W140 once a year and send it! (see full post)
  • 302BOB
    302BOB replied to the thread Bob's Ton of Posts!.
    I want to wish a Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there today!!!! If you're still young enough and lucky enough to have young ones running around your castle. cherish the time you have with them because before you even realize it they... (see full post)
  • stevbd replied to the thread S550 Heel-toe struggles.
    Years ago I was lucky enough to have an instructor who explained to me how hard it is to actually roll your ankle, or use your heel and your toe, or do anything with your heel off the floor. Don’t do any of those things.Make sure your heel... (see full post)
  • stevbd reacted to DaveW's post in the thread Brake Pedal Feel (upgrade) with Like Like.
    No help but I also hate the pedal on mine. I have the Wilwood 6 piston kit and that helped a little...I have debated messing with different calipers to improve it but have never spent the $$$$$. There also has to be a way to adapt other MC.I...
  • stevbd replied to the thread Brake Pedal Feel (upgrade).
    I don’t have experience with all the setups mentioned. But there are a lot of reports out there of the s550 6 piston calipers leading to a softer and longer pedal on an S197.Sort of stating the obvious, there is a world of difference in brake... (see full post)
  • txgt
    txgt replied to the thread S550 Heel-toe struggles.
    I use the ankle roll method but it’s very inconsistent with the results. Usually takes a few laps to get it dialed in. It’s a great feeling when everything clicks, but definitely frustrating when you fumble it. Keep at it if you want to perfect... (see full post)
  • DaveW replied to the thread Brake Pedal Feel (upgrade).
    No help but I also hate the pedal on mine. I have the Wilwood 6 piston kit and that helped a little...I have debated messing with different calipers to improve it but have never spent the $$$$$. There also has to be a way to adapt other MC.I... (see full post)
  • steveespo
    steveespo replied to the thread S550 Heel-toe struggles.
    Get a Xingeneering module. Plug and play and can adjust timing and blip settings with laptop. Wire in a power switch to be able to shut off for street use. Heel/toe is a great skill. But is archaic in today's environment and definitely affects... (see full post)
  • 2016 occasional track car and I’m struggling to perfect heel-toe downshifting.My leg is too long for actual heel-toe with the pivot. My knee hits the steering column if I twist my leg counter-clockwise like that.So I’ve been trying to get...
  • stevbd reacted to dragoon's post in the thread S550 dragoon ‘21 Mach1 with Like Like.
    Swapped out the door cards, something different. Getting ready for Road America sponsored by Northwoods Shelby Club, July 2nd thru the 5th. Tracking 2 days, Friday and Saturday !! It’s a great time as I’m looking forward to seeing track friends...
  • CarSalesman replied to the thread S197 FR500S #32.
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