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Forum: Forced Induction - V6 10-27-2011, 06:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,545
Posted By Wesman
The Cobalt SS T/C kicks the crap out of the...

The Cobalt SS T/C kicks the crap out of the Mazdaspeed 3 in acceleration, handling, braking, and durability. The MS3's are norotious for throwing rods, they use crappy non-forged rods that have a...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-23-2011, 08:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,769
Posted By Wesman
Depends entirely on the state. Where I am,...

Depends entirely on the state.

Where I am, for OBDII they plug into the PCM and check for codes and readiness monitors. If all is good, off you go.

Other states have a physical inspection of...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-23-2011, 07:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,769
Posted By Wesman
Facts: Advantages catalytic converters: ...

Facts:

Advantages catalytic converters:

1. No Bad Smells (Once they light off)
2. Better for the environment
3. Less raspy exhaust note
4. Emissions legal

Disadvantages of cats:
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-21-2011, 06:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,769
Posted By Wesman
Or just get high flow metallic cats and you can...

Or just get high flow metallic cats and you can have the best of both worlds...

Are you really that ignorant?? :rolleyes:

I've had cars with and wothout cats...so first hand I'm saying its...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 10-21-2011, 06:11 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
Not to start a fire, but let's not forget about...

Not to start a fire, but let's not forget about stock turbo Subarus and cracked ringlands...prevelent on 06+ STi models. The 08+ models are even worse as far as reliabiltiy goes, and you can't...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-21-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,769
Posted By Wesman
The logical reason is most people do not enjoy...

The logical reason is most people do not enjoy being overcome by exhaust fumes at each stoplight when the windows are down!!

My LS1 T/A is LT's with true duals and no cats, and its pretty...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 10-18-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
We're talking about a difference of almost 10MPH...

We're talking about a difference of almost 10MPH in 1/4 mile trap speed.

In a race to 100MPH, the Evo would be annihilated.
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 10-18-2011, 03:34 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
Obviously your friend's Evo X is modded. A...

Obviously your friend's Evo X is modded.

A stock Camaro SS will annihilate a stock Evo from any speed.

Unless he lauched like crazy and put 4+ cars on your off the line, there is no way he...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 10-12-2011, 10:34 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
Major difference being that the Evo will need an...

Major difference being that the Evo will need an engine at 30K miles, while the Camaro SS will still be running strong at 200K.

You can't put that kind of stress on a 2.0L engine without...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 10-12-2011, 09:42 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 38,336
Posted By Wesman
Except that those engines can't even make that...

Except that those engines can't even make that much power and often blow up, so your entire point is pretty much invalidated.
Forum: Forced Induction - V8 10-08-2011, 09:59 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 13,417
Posted By Wesman
Twin screws don't "beat" the air at all. The...

Twin screws don't "beat" the air at all. The draw it in, compress it, and discharge it. And quite efficiently, actually.



Since turbos run off the exhaust, they create a restriction for the...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-07-2011, 10:19 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 24,769
Posted By Wesman
I agree 100%. I don't understand why people...

I agree 100%.

I don't understand why people think its some kind of advantage to run cheap copper plugs in their high performance N/A or F/I car. Its just a huge downgrade in every possible way.
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 10-05-2011, 10:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,426
Posted By Wesman
You can't actually gain torque from changing...

You can't actually gain torque from changing gears.

You can multiply the torque that you already have, but it will still not actually make the car faster. It will, however, get you off the line...
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 10-04-2011, 11:32 PM
Replies: 1,606
Views: 174,659
Posted By Wesman
Thats a load of bullshit and you know it. ...

Thats a load of bullshit and you know it.

They are discrminating againt your car in terms of warranty coverage because its 6 cylinder and not an 8?? Come on, lets be serious.

You can rag GM...
Forum: Camaro Photos | Spyshots | Video | Media Gallery 10-02-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,422
Posted By Wesman
No offense but thats a sloppy ass job for $750. ...

No offense but thats a sloppy ass job for $750. Tons of overspray, missed spots, and inconsistant application.

For that kind of money I would do the entire undercarriage with POR-15 or VHT Epoxy...
Forum: Off-topic Discussions 09-28-2011, 10:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,036
Posted By Wesman
The Cruze is very impressive, especially...

The Cruze is very impressive, especially considering its price point.

Unfortunately, many American car buyers have been lured into Hyundai/Kia dealerships in which they end up buying a piece of...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 09-27-2011, 10:20 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,362
Posted By Wesman
Here's where you are mistaken...no VQ feels like...

Here's where you are mistaken...no VQ feels like a V8. Not even close.

The reason is simple. The VQ is a 60 degree V6. It is a naturally unbalanced engine, which is not helped by Nissan's...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 09-26-2011, 10:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,814
Posted By Wesman
Amsoil is an excellent product, I'd say that...

Amsoil is an excellent product, I'd say that would be a very good choice.
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 09-25-2011, 10:33 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,362
Posted By Wesman
:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:...

:laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

What the hell are you even talking about?? You make no sense, just like every other one of your posts.

I said the VQ is a unbalanced motor...
Forum: Off-topic Discussions 09-23-2011, 09:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,036
Posted By Wesman
Victory. Here is the piece of trash Camry...

Victory.

Here is the piece of trash Camry interior that the Malibu is up against:

http://otomac.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/2012-Toyota-Camry-interior-and-picture.jpg

Another view of the...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 09-23-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,362
Posted By Wesman
Its still the same poorly engineered, oil...

Its still the same poorly engineered, oil burning, rough running, crappy sounding, unbalanced V6 that has been around forever. Just because they upgraded the intake and components does not mean its...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 09-23-2011, 09:17 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
http://mitsubishi.thedigitalcenter.com/photos/3332...

http://mitsubishi.thedigitalcenter.com/photos/33324/webres/06LancerEvoMR29.jpg?1306515827
...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 09-22-2011, 11:11 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
And on an Evo, the more parts start breaking. ...

And on an Evo, the more parts start breaking.

Evos often break driveline components from launching on stock power, the 6 speed manuals are notorious for being complete pieces of shit and blowing...
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 09-21-2011, 09:22 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 16,176
Posted By Wesman
The only thing Evos can do against V8's is get...

The only thing Evos can do against V8's is get them off the line because its AWD, stock for stock they get destroyed after the 1/4 mile or from any rolling speed.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-20-2011, 11:32 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,150
Posted By Wesman
Yessir :happy0180:

Yessir :happy0180:
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-20-2011, 09:38 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,150
Posted By Wesman
That entire paragraph is nothing more than...

That entire paragraph is nothing more than misinformation.

First off, they DO replace the transmission. It includes the center differential/t-case and rear diff, its one complete unit. The...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-20-2011, 11:29 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,150
Posted By Wesman
Both the Z06 and the ZR1 destroy the GTR from a...

Both the Z06 and the ZR1 destroy the GTR from a rolling start.

Its not even a race, especially with the ZR1.

They Z06 and ZR1 are much more powerful cars with much broader powerbands, better...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-20-2011, 11:27 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,150
Posted By Wesman
Yea, and you better set aside another $25,000 for...

Yea, and you better set aside another $25,000 for a new transmissions for the GT-R as well. They are garbage.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-17-2011, 08:36 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,150
Posted By Wesman
They neglect to mention you will need a new set...

They neglect to mention you will need a new set of $2500 tires every oil change due to the soft compound, heavy curb weight, and tire shredding AWD system.

So thats more practical than bolting on...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-17-2011, 08:25 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,150
Posted By Wesman
:laughabove::laughabove::laughabove::laughabove:

:laughabove::laughabove::laughabove::laughabove:
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