Slow 1/4 Mile - 5.3 2WD ECSB
09-30-2011, 11:02 PM
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Alright well I know I need better converter now, and I really appreciate everyone’s input in regards to it!
So say I get 'the' converter, what is the next reasonable move? (Besides probably needing a new transmission) NNBS/TBSS intake? Shift kit? 4.10?
It is soooo hard for me to not turbo this truck, but I just do not want to go that route with this truck until I have something else that I like better for my DD. Ugh! It’s just such a heavy PIG too, don't get me wrong, I have the utmost respect for what everyone is doing with their heavy trucks! But sometimes I just feel like I am wasting money trying to make this PIG haul…
So say I get 'the' converter, what is the next reasonable move? (Besides probably needing a new transmission) NNBS/TBSS intake? Shift kit? 4.10?
It is soooo hard for me to not turbo this truck, but I just do not want to go that route with this truck until I have something else that I like better for my DD. Ugh! It’s just such a heavy PIG too, don't get me wrong, I have the utmost respect for what everyone is doing with their heavy trucks! But sometimes I just feel like I am wasting money trying to make this PIG haul…
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10-01-2011, 07:22 AM
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Did I read that right? Your 2wd weighs over 5000 lbs with driver? That seems on the heavy side for a 2wd, I mean I know it's an ext cab.....
My AWD ext cab with the heavy *** factory 20s, a half to a quarter tank of gas and me in the truck weighs 5100 lbs.
My AWD ext cab with the heavy *** factory 20s, a half to a quarter tank of gas and me in the truck weighs 5100 lbs.
10-01-2011, 07:57 AM
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I'll try to weigh it again this weekend. I weighed it on digital scales, I don't remember gas tank status. It is a loaded SLT, but I am assuming your SS is loaded also. I'm 155 lbs so don't go thinking im the pig lol Only thing I added that weighs anything is a rear swaybar.
10-01-2011, 10:17 AM
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I have a 93 rcsb with an lq9 , 80e an 4k. I get 15 -16 mpgs and I hammer it pretty often . On another note badass where does ur tc lockup ? Mine doesn't lock till 55 thanks.
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10-02-2011, 08:58 PM
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Well guys, I didn't make it to the scales to weigh my truck (again) this weekend; I'll try to over the next couple of days.
On a side note, I did pick up a like new catback for $300 this weekend.
-Corsa 14280 dual rear exit, twin tip pro-series. (Going to make this into a dual side exit behind both rear tires, with some mandrels) To replace a Mac TK4455 that the muffler that has come apart internally and is rattling like crazy.
I loooovveeed the way the Mac looked and sounded (other than being a litttttle too loud). I hope this Corsa does not disappoint.
I am keeping my eyes peel'd for a converter in the classifieds for the right price.
On a side note, I did pick up a like new catback for $300 this weekend.
-Corsa 14280 dual rear exit, twin tip pro-series. (Going to make this into a dual side exit behind both rear tires, with some mandrels) To replace a Mac TK4455 that the muffler that has come apart internally and is rattling like crazy.
I loooovveeed the way the Mac looked and sounded (other than being a litttttle too loud). I hope this Corsa does not disappoint.
I am keeping my eyes peel'd for a converter in the classifieds for the right price.
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