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CWI · 07-14-2009, 07:52 PM

Why is this so complicated?

< 13 to 1320ft is quicker than at least 90 % of all cars on the road today.

155 is moving faster than 90 % of those same cars.

So I say quick and fast. The LS3 will do 130 at about 4500 rpm in 5th gear. That's rpm to spare and another gear. So why is fast even a question?

qbert48 · 07-14-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by CWIweldace

Why is this so complicated?

< 13 to 1320ft is quicker than at least 90 % of all cars on the road today.

155 is moving faster than 90 % of those same cars.

So I say quick and fast. The LS3 will do 130 at about 4500 rpm in 5th gear. That's rpm to spare and another gear. So why is fast even a question?

Weedwaka · 07-14-2009, 08:53 PM

Its all relative. For me 11.99 or better is fast . 12.00 - 13.50 in the 1/4 on street tires is quick. The LS3 has wicked potential.

logan1080 · 07-14-2009, 08:53 PM

It sounds like because the car is so smooth and feels like your going slower than you are that it is confusing. Put the same engine in a less advanced suspension and chassy then it might feel "fast" even though you are going the same speed. It is the way your sitting in the car and the smooth ride that makes it feel like it accelerates slower than it really does. What you guys think?

qbert48 · 07-14-2009, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by logan1080

It sounds like because the car is so smooth and feels like your going slower than you are that it is confusing. Put the same engine in a less advanced suspension and chassy then it might feel "fast" even though you are going the same speed. It is the way your sitting in the car and the smooth ride that makes it feel like it accelerates slower than it really does. What you guys think?

bilydean · 07-14-2009, 09:17 PM

I have had this discussion for years. Lots of cars can go 100 mph, which is fast. How long it takes you to get to 100 MPH is how quick you are.

Dean

69 Hugger · 07-14-2009, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Number 3

It's all relative. Relative to what you are used to.

If you don't think sub 5.0 second cars are fast, you are spoiled and have been fortunate enough to put you butt in some nice seats. If you don't think 155 mph is fast, you may very well drive ovals and make regular left turns for your weekend fun.

That being said, the LS/LT is quick, the SS is fast. Yes a Corvette is faster and a Z06 is faster still and a ZR1 is even more so. Just depends on what you've been driving.

I want to line my 69 up and see whats what against the new one, My 69 has a 350-350hp with ATI 350Turbo backed up with 3:73 Eaton Posi. When it comes to shifting thats where I'll be a little spoiled I think, My 69 will chirp third, second will make you smile.

qbert48 · 07-14-2009, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bilydean

I have had this discussion for years. Lots of cars can go 100 mph, which is fast. How long it takes you to get to 100 MPH is how quick you are.

Dean

2nd gear not even!!!tryin and pulls like a rocket

all the way

speedster · 07-14-2009, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

To me Quick = fast from a dead stop. And Fast = high speed after starting.

Exactly

Quote:

Originally Posted by CWIweldace

Why is this so complicated?

< 13 to 1320ft is quicker than at least 90 % of all cars on the road today. Yes

155 is moving faster than 90 % of those same cars. Yes

Quote:

Originally Posted by Weedwaka

Its all relative. For me 11.99 or better is fast . 12.00 - 13.50 in the 1/4 on street tires is quick. The LS3 has wicked potential.
See definitions of quick versus fast above, but agreed the LS3 has wicked potential

When the SST Camaro comes back home, it will be both quick and fast. These cars are awesome.

69 Hugger · 07-14-2009, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bilydean

I have had this discussion for years. Lots of cars can go 100 mph, which is fast. How long it takes you to get to 100 MPH is how quick you are.

Dean

I'm thinking about doing the samething, so I can get my go fast goodies. My friends say I'm crazy. what are you asking for your 69

DarrenJ · 07-14-2009, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by logan1080

I read an article while I was in a 7/11 about the hennessy people putting a 700+ hp motor in the Camaro. And also making a 1000hp twin turbo model for more cash. (Wish I could remember the magazine name). Anyway their feelings were that a stock camaro SS only felt "quick" not "fast". Just wanna get opinions from those who have driven the camaro as well as "fast" cars.

120 in third gear is both quick and fast!

logan1080 · 07-14-2009, 09:36 PM

3rd gear doesn't matter. a car with only 3 gears can go faster than that. How is the ride getting to 120 mph? that is where you define fast.

Rikarus · 07-14-2009, 09:48 PM

fast

v6sonoma · 07-14-2009, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by nards444

wouldnt the clutch be warrantied since its in the drive train. i can see if it not due to driver neglect, but if they cant prove that I see no reason why it shouldnt be covered.

Not warrentied Because it's considered a ware item like break pads.

07-14-2009, 07:52 PM	#29
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2013 Duramax 3500HD Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Freeport LPG Export Posts: 3,836 View My Garage	Why is this so complicated? < 13 to 1320ft is quicker than at least 90 % of all cars on the road today. 155 is moving faster than 90 % of those same cars. So I say quick and fast. The LS3 will do 130 at about 4500 rpm in 5th gear. That's rpm to spare and another gear. So why is fast even a question? __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

07-14-2009, 09:17 PM	#34
bilydean Drives: One of the rare ABM camaros Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 455 View My Garage	I have had this discussion for years. Lots of cars can go 100 mph, which is fast. How long it takes you to get to 100 MPH is how quick you are. Dean __________________ 1100 4/28 2000 5/23 3000 5/27 3400 6/20 TPW of 6/29 3800 7/3 4D00 7/8 interned at QC 4B00 7/16 Released from QC 4200 7/20 8/5 We picked up the car

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07-14-2009, 08:53 PM	#31
Weedwaka Drives: 2001 Corvette Z06 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Vancouver Posts: 8	Its all relative. For me 11.99 or better is fast . 12.00 - 13.50 in the 1/4 on street tires is quick. The LS3 has wicked potential.

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logan1080 Drives: 2003 Crew Cab Duramax Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: canada Posts: 693 View My Garage	It sounds like because the car is so smooth and feels like your going slower than you are that it is confusing. Put the same engine in a less advanced suspension and chassy then it might feel "fast" even though you are going the same speed. It is the way your sitting in the car and the smooth ride that makes it feel like it accelerates slower than it really does. What you guys think?

07-14-2009, 09:36 PM	#40
logan1080 Drives: 2003 Crew Cab Duramax Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: canada Posts: 693 View My Garage	3rd gear doesn't matter. a car with only 3 gears can go faster than that. How is the ride getting to 120 mph? that is where you define fast.

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