IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
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08-09-2005, 09:28 PM
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IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Well I’ve had a couple of days to test out my car with the IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option for a couple of days now.
Day 1
The first day I had the flash loader set to the “stock†setting. I understood this to be the setting for 91 octane. The car drove flawlessly. Boost seemed to come on much more linear than the 640 kit. The car (programming?) runs so smooth. I would get a little stutter with the 640 at times below 2000 rmp coming up from a stop. The new setup is perfect.
Day 2
I emailed Stephen in the morning before going to work to confirm that “stock†button on the flash loader was the 91 octane program. When I got home from work, he had replied that “pump†was the 700 program for 91 octane and stock was simply that (plus a bit). I had to immediately go for a drive and test it out.
The car seemed to have considerably more throttle response – like a race horse chomping at the bit to get out of the gate. And believe me, it was enjoyable when you let her out. Boost climbed considerably faster on the “pump - 91†setting. I took her on a good rip out to the airport and back on the highway. This thing goes damn fast. I would see 1.3 bar and hold 1.1 - 1.2 bar. I was expecting to be holding 1.3 bar, but maybe this is reserved for the 100 octane setting. None the less, acceleration seemed almost instantaneous and definitely effortless. Low end torque was huge. The car pulls like a bastard in all gears to redline.
Conclusion
I feel secure in knowing the new and improved fuel system (injectors, filter, pump, and lines) is up to the task of feeding all that air being pumped by these awesome turbos and transported by the new big throttle body and new aluminum intake tubes. For good measure, I also had GT2 intercoolers installed. I feel this is an extremely well engineered kit. It drives smooth as silk and produces power in a very linear fashion. I think it’s safe to say that I am done with mods… except for getting the rods done. Ceramic coating the headers, aluminum intake tubes and the turbo turbines would be nice too. Maybe getting some bigger brakes would be a good idea also.
Thanks to Stephen @ Imagine Auto & Todd @ EVO. These guys are great to work with. The fact that I have done all these mods to my precious car is a testament to the confidence I have in these guys. They are extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and dedicated to their work
Well I’ve had a couple of days to test out my car with the IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option for a couple of days now.
Day 1
The first day I had the flash loader set to the “stock†setting. I understood this to be the setting for 91 octane. The car drove flawlessly. Boost seemed to come on much more linear than the 640 kit. The car (programming?) runs so smooth. I would get a little stutter with the 640 at times below 2000 rmp coming up from a stop. The new setup is perfect.
Day 2
I emailed Stephen in the morning before going to work to confirm that “stock†button on the flash loader was the 91 octane program. When I got home from work, he had replied that “pump†was the 700 program for 91 octane and stock was simply that (plus a bit). I had to immediately go for a drive and test it out.
The car seemed to have considerably more throttle response – like a race horse chomping at the bit to get out of the gate. And believe me, it was enjoyable when you let her out. Boost climbed considerably faster on the “pump - 91†setting. I took her on a good rip out to the airport and back on the highway. This thing goes damn fast. I would see 1.3 bar and hold 1.1 - 1.2 bar. I was expecting to be holding 1.3 bar, but maybe this is reserved for the 100 octane setting. None the less, acceleration seemed almost instantaneous and definitely effortless. Low end torque was huge. The car pulls like a bastard in all gears to redline.
Conclusion
I feel secure in knowing the new and improved fuel system (injectors, filter, pump, and lines) is up to the task of feeding all that air being pumped by these awesome turbos and transported by the new big throttle body and new aluminum intake tubes. For good measure, I also had GT2 intercoolers installed. I feel this is an extremely well engineered kit. It drives smooth as silk and produces power in a very linear fashion. I think it’s safe to say that I am done with mods… except for getting the rods done. Ceramic coating the headers, aluminum intake tubes and the turbo turbines would be nice too. Maybe getting some bigger brakes would be a good idea also.
Thanks to Stephen @ Imagine Auto & Todd @ EVO. These guys are great to work with. The fact that I have done all these mods to my precious car is a testament to the confidence I have in these guys. They are extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and dedicated to their work
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08-09-2005, 09:40 PM
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Good stuff Mike, glad to see you finally have her on the road and giving her some stick!!!!!!
So in a nut shell are you saying don't bother with the GT640 kit and go straight to the GT700...I trust your judgement here mate!
Are you going to the Whistler meet at the end of August?
Cheers,
Ben
So in a nut shell are you saying don't bother with the GT640 kit and go straight to the GT700...I trust your judgement here mate!
Are you going to the Whistler meet at the end of August?
Cheers,
Ben
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08-10-2005, 08:05 AM
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Originally posted by BigBadBen
Good stuff Mike, glad to see you finally have her on the road and giving her some stick!!!!!!
So in a nut shell are you saying don't bother with the GT640 kit and go straight to the GT700...I trust your judgement here mate!
Are you going to the Whistler meet at the end of August?
Cheers,
Ben
Good stuff Mike, glad to see you finally have her on the road and giving her some stick!!!!!!
So in a nut shell are you saying don't bother with the GT640 kit and go straight to the GT700...I trust your judgement here mate!
Are you going to the Whistler meet at the end of August?
Cheers,
Ben
. I'm very satisfied with how the engine is set up now. What are the dates for the Whistler trip Ben? That would be a Blast. I haven't driven to the west coat in a couple of years. Are you going?
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08-10-2005, 09:42 AM
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Mike,
Thanks for the update. ...you have sold me on this kit now. The meet is the Western Canada and Pacific Northwest Porsche club held in Whistler from Aug 26 to Aug 28th. My wife Cathy and I are going... We are taking the back road to Whistler through (Spences Bridge) to Duffy Lake road rather than going through Vancouver. That road is way more fun to drive than going through rush hour hell.
Here is the link. If you can make it that would be great, I am sure your car would be totally unique...not only that we can down a few cold ones!
http://www.whistlerweekend.org/
Thanks for the update. ...you have sold me on this kit now. The meet is the Western Canada and Pacific Northwest Porsche club held in Whistler from Aug 26 to Aug 28th. My wife Cathy and I are going... We are taking the back road to Whistler through (Spences Bridge) to Duffy Lake road rather than going through Vancouver. That road is way more fun to drive than going through rush hour hell.
Here is the link. If you can make it that would be great, I am sure your car would be totally unique...not only that we can down a few cold ones!
http://www.whistlerweekend.org/
#6
08-10-2005, 01:54 PM
Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by Zippy
IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Well I’ve had a couple of days to test out my car with the IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option for a couple of days now.
Day 1
The first day I had the flash loader set to the “stock†setting. I understood this to be the setting for 91 octane. The car drove flawlessly. Boost seemed to come on much more linear than the 640 kit. The car (programming?) runs so smooth. I would get a little stutter with the 640 at times below 2000 rmp coming up from a stop. The new setup is perfect.
Day 2
I emailed Stephen in the morning before going to work to confirm that “stock†button on the flash loader was the 91 octane program. When I got home from work, he had replied that “pump†was the 700 program for 91 octane and stock was simply that (plus a bit). I had to immediately go for a drive and test it out.
The car seemed to have considerably more throttle response – like a race horse chomping at the bit to get out of the gate. And believe me, it was enjoyable when you let her out. Boost climbed considerably faster on the “pump - 91†setting. I took her on a good rip out to the airport and back on the highway. This thing goes damn fast. I would see 1.3 bar and hold 1.1 - 1.2 bar. I was expecting to be holding 1.3 bar, but maybe this is reserved for the 100 octane setting. None the less, acceleration seemed almost instantaneous and definitely effortless. Low end torque was huge. The car pulls like a bastard in all gears to redline.
Conclusion
I feel secure in knowing the new and improved fuel system (injectors, filter, pump, and lines) is up to the task of feeding all that air being pumped by these awesome turbos and transported by the new big throttle body and new aluminum intake tubes. For good measure, I also had GT2 intercoolers installed. I feel this is an extremely well engineered kit. It drives smooth as silk and produces power in a very linear fashion. I think it’s safe to say that I am done with mods… except for getting the rods done. Ceramic coating the headers, aluminum intake tubes and the turbo turbines would be nice too. Maybe getting some bigger brakes would be a good idea also.
Thanks to Stephen @ Imagine Auto & Todd @ EVO. These guys are great to work with. The fact that I have done all these mods to my precious car is a testament to the confidence I have in these guys. They are extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and dedicated to their work
IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Well I’ve had a couple of days to test out my car with the IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option for a couple of days now.
Day 1
The first day I had the flash loader set to the “stock†setting. I understood this to be the setting for 91 octane. The car drove flawlessly. Boost seemed to come on much more linear than the 640 kit. The car (programming?) runs so smooth. I would get a little stutter with the 640 at times below 2000 rmp coming up from a stop. The new setup is perfect.
Day 2
I emailed Stephen in the morning before going to work to confirm that “stock†button on the flash loader was the 91 octane program. When I got home from work, he had replied that “pump†was the 700 program for 91 octane and stock was simply that (plus a bit). I had to immediately go for a drive and test it out.
The car seemed to have considerably more throttle response – like a race horse chomping at the bit to get out of the gate. And believe me, it was enjoyable when you let her out. Boost climbed considerably faster on the “pump - 91†setting. I took her on a good rip out to the airport and back on the highway. This thing goes damn fast. I would see 1.3 bar and hold 1.1 - 1.2 bar. I was expecting to be holding 1.3 bar, but maybe this is reserved for the 100 octane setting. None the less, acceleration seemed almost instantaneous and definitely effortless. Low end torque was huge. The car pulls like a bastard in all gears to redline.
Conclusion
I feel secure in knowing the new and improved fuel system (injectors, filter, pump, and lines) is up to the task of feeding all that air being pumped by these awesome turbos and transported by the new big throttle body and new aluminum intake tubes. For good measure, I also had GT2 intercoolers installed. I feel this is an extremely well engineered kit. It drives smooth as silk and produces power in a very linear fashion. I think it’s safe to say that I am done with mods… except for getting the rods done. Ceramic coating the headers, aluminum intake tubes and the turbo turbines would be nice too. Maybe getting some bigger brakes would be a good idea also.
Thanks to Stephen @ Imagine Auto & Todd @ EVO. These guys are great to work with. The fact that I have done all these mods to my precious car is a testament to the confidence I have in these guys. They are extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and dedicated to their work
People are probably getting tired of me saying it, but the GT700 kit is one of my favorite packages. The car is completely transformed. Congrats on the kit and enjoy safely!
Nate
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08-10-2005, 03:22 PM
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Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by Zippy
IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
...I would see 1.3 bar and hold 1.1 - 1.2 bar. I was expecting to be holding 1.3 bar, but maybe this is reserved for the 100 octane setting....
IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
...I would see 1.3 bar and hold 1.1 - 1.2 bar. I was expecting to be holding 1.3 bar, but maybe this is reserved for the 100 octane setting....
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#8
08-10-2005, 03:59 PM
That is awesome! I think I will soon know that feeling, check this:
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...threadid=31504
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...threadid=31504
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08-10-2005, 04:36 PM
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Originally posted by buddyg
That is awesome! I think I will soon know that feeling, check this:
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...threadid=31504
That is awesome! I think I will soon know that feeling, check this:
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...threadid=31504
#10
08-10-2005, 04:56 PM
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Re: Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by Zippy
I punched the gas in second this afternoon. The tires lit up, and when they grabbed, my head flew back and smacked off the head rest. Maybe 1.2 bar is enough!
I punched the gas in second this afternoon. The tires lit up, and when they grabbed, my head flew back and smacked off the head rest. Maybe 1.2 bar is enough!
Cleve
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08-10-2005, 06:17 PM
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Re: Re: Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by cgmeredithjr
Man, this **** is getting me excited. I wonder how the tires will light up with only 2WD. Stephen, hurry up, I've got the shakes really bad!
Cleve
Man, this **** is getting me excited. I wonder how the tires will light up with only 2WD. Stephen, hurry up, I've got the shakes really bad!
Cleve
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08-10-2005, 06:48 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by Zippy
Cleve - that's some serous 2 wheel power. You better have Stephen tub the rear fenders and get some big baloons in there for traction!
Cleve - that's some serous 2 wheel power. You better have Stephen tub the rear fenders and get some big baloons in there for traction!
Cleve
#14
08-10-2005, 07:03 PM
Re: Re: Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by cgmeredithjr
Man, this **** is getting me excited. I wonder how the tires will light up with only 2WD. Stephen, hurry up, I've got the shakes really bad!
Cleve
Man, this **** is getting me excited. I wonder how the tires will light up with only 2WD. Stephen, hurry up, I've got the shakes really bad!
Cleve
Those babies will be toast!
Buy stock in your favorite tire company!
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08-10-2005, 08:33 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: IA 700 kit with larger throttle body option
Originally posted by buddyg
Cleve,
Those babies will be toast!
Buy stock in your favorite tire company!
Cleve,
Those babies will be toast!
Buy stock in your favorite tire company!
My top program will be the same one Stephen used at the shootout. 109 Octane and 1.7+ BAR.....uh oh!
