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Mar 9, 2008 | 04:01 AM

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PinaSS

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lol what a dumb thread lol.

Mar 9, 2008 | 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by PenguinPIE

GMPP intake alone doesnt do much (from my experience) but i would imagine that paired with some exhaust work and tune will be quite noticable

I have the AEM intake and a full exhaust (CA header, XTC de-cat dp, ARK N2) and un-tuned, and its pretty quick. I can't wait to get a solid tune and really open it up though.

Mar 9, 2008 | 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by olivecj

I wouldn't push it too much yet because your engine is not broke in yet. To get it faster you'll need to add a catback exhaust, and also a header down pipe combo. After that get it tuned by hp tuners.

huh? by the sounds of it the motor is ready to go...only takes 500 to break in

Mar 9, 2008 | 10:49 AM

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I got my 08 sport on dec 22nd and its almost at 10,000km and its pretty fast when i floor it on the hwy ramps. I have an injen intake on the way. btw mine is auto.

Mar 9, 2008 | 02:16 PM

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There is a thread on here by LewiSS Dyno numbers for GMPP intake , stock intake and hood scoop mod . Shows some interesting numbers .

Mar 9, 2008 | 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SSam2.4

There is a thread on here by LewiSS Dyno numbers for GMPP intake , stock intake and hood scoop mod . Shows some interesting numbers .

haha yea, except i think hes the only one on here would actually drill into the hood :P

RK Sport Hood with functional scoop would be another option tho!

Mar 9, 2008 | 03:33 PM

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You'll feel it when you tune it, the stock tune has a built in power enrichment delay to reduce driveline lash (aka. make it harder to break ****, but less fun to drive).

Mar 9, 2008 | 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by silver2.4

You'll feel it when you tune it, the stock tune has a built in power enrichment delay to reduce driveline lash (aka. make it harder to break ****, but less fun to drive).

yup, my tuner told me that the power enrichment doesnt come in until like second gear (for auto at least) so cant wait to get it tuned!

Mar 9, 2008 | 05:20 PM

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At about 7k my car started to not feel like such a turd when i drove it if thats what your wondering.

Mar 9, 2008 | 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron From Jersey

Are you using 91 octane ?

you bet!! in fact, we only have 93 or 89...no 91 out here! thanks.

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Originally Posted by Evil C

At about 7k my car started to not feel like such a turd when i drove it if thats what your wondering.

LOL!! oh man...i can't wait until i stop driving a turd!

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Mar 9, 2008 | 08:03 PM

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have you taken it for a good high way run yet. alot of people say thats really good for the motor. just don't stay at the same speed for a long period of time as that can hurt the potential of the motor.

Mar 9, 2008 | 08:14 PM

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In my experience with GM, including my SS/SC and my dad's Sierra 4.8, it takes around 4-5K miles for GM engines to loosen up and provide full power. From speaking with one high-performance mechanic I used to work with said that cars he dealt with usually reflected that same figure on the dyno, a stock baseline done when brand new will be less than the same cars output later on.

Mar 9, 2008 | 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by chris88z24

40,000 miles is usually where the engine will see it's full power potential. Keep on driving.

****, need 1500 more miles......

Mar 9, 2008 | 08:29 PM

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****, need 1500 more miles......

lol, i'll sell ya some of mine......

Mar 9, 2008 | 08:30 PM

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lol, i'll see ya some of mine......

hahaha, im ok. Ill get em on my own

Mar 9, 2008 | 08:36 PM

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WhiteSSBalt

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sell*

Mar 11, 2008 | 05:31 PM

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tsunam1

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The auto's fast, if YOU shift it, the damn traction (un)control kills it in Drive..... and I am ALWAYS in "I" in the city

Mar 11, 2008 | 05:39 PM

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When you turbo it!

Mar 11, 2008 | 06:38 PM

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does driving it in I make a noticeable difference in performance. i have an auto but i havent tried it for myself well i havent floored it anyway in I. can u hurt anything by driving in 1st or I