DSport Mag: Honda S2000 Forced Induction Shootout
07-31-2009, 01:08 AM
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[QUOTE=juntuned,Jul 30 2009, 09:36 PM]I hope you are basing your decision on something other than the results of this shootout. Like I previously predicted, it was not a fair test. Who cares who dyno's the most. The fact is SOS was tuning the car the whole day with an obvious objective to obtain the highest horsepower. Constantlly changing the boost and messing with the tune isnt exactly an accurate assessment of the kits.
07-31-2009, 04:38 AM
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props to all the forced induction kits who took part. This is a really good tool for those who are looking for bolt on numbers. everyone should chill and utilize the article for what its worth. 350 349 348.5 its all relevant, but remember the real racers aren't telling you what there really running that's how they stay on top. So all you testosterone junkies relax, read, and be appreciative for the theatre that is being provided for us.
07-31-2009, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by soulicious,Jul 30 2009, 11:46 PM
I wish they had more than one driver test all cars. If possible, maybe someone like Tyler McQuarrie..
if we had more than one driver, then we there would be variance in the data for the on-track results and feedback.
07-31-2009, 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by juntuned,Jul 30 2009, 10:36 PM
I hope you are basing your decision on something other than the results of this shootout. Like I previously predicted, it was not a fair test. Who cares who dyno's the most. The fact is SOS was tuning the car the whole day with an obvious objective to obtain the highest horsepower. Constantlly changing the boost and messing with the tune isnt exactly an accurate assessment of the kits. Ofcourse that was directed to entice people like you to buy their kit. 
Which of course Im sure will work, which is sad.
Chris.... I wasnt there to witness the shootout obviously and I respect that there are always 2 sides to every story. However its hard for me to believe I'm being lied too by reputable people that i know that were there.
The fact is the boost was raised for the dyno.... miraculously tuned for higher boost, then suddenly boost dropped back down to run even with the other cars and got TROUNCED on the track. Doesnt sound like a company that I would want to support.
My 2 cents... but there's always going to be hater's... haha... at the end of the day... its still a great kit.... just not fair to rant and rave about being the winner and using that as a sales banner!
Which of course Im sure will work, which is sad.Chris.... I wasnt there to witness the shootout obviously and I respect that there are always 2 sides to every story. However its hard for me to believe I'm being lied too by reputable people that i know that were there.
The fact is the boost was raised for the dyno.... miraculously tuned for higher boost, then suddenly boost dropped back down to run even with the other cars and got TROUNCED on the track. Doesnt sound like a company that I would want to support.
My 2 cents... but there's always going to be hater's... haha... at the end of the day... its still a great kit.... just not fair to rant and rave about being the winner and using that as a sales banner!
Please, don't shed a negative light on positive results of many individuals hard work.
regards,
-- Chris
07-31-2009, 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by MontinolaRacing,Jul 31 2009, 10:52 AM
tyler and i have very similar racing backgrounds...
if we had more than one driver, then we there would be variance in the data for the on-track results and feedback.
if we had more than one driver, then we there would be variance in the data for the on-track results and feedback.
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08-01-2009, 02:45 AM
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SOS did cheat 
they provided that nice bucket for Robbie to sit in and set good lap times.. haha jk
all the kits are good, I'm not biased. I'm happy with the power my car made but a tad upset they docked me for an off the shelf exhaust
they provided that nice bucket for Robbie to sit in and set good lap times.. haha jkall the kits are good, I'm not biased. I'm happy with the power my car made but a tad upset they docked me for an off the shelf exhaust
08-01-2009, 06:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Brutus,Jul 31 2009, 01:08 AM
I have been following the forced induction forum here for almost 3 years. I read nearly every post relating to S2000 SC systems, and their modification. DSPORT writeup and video was just the icing on the cake. I liked the drivability aspect about the SOS kit most.
Anyone who is interested in forced induction should do half the reading that I have.
Juntuned, I hope you find a long term solution with your setup and that you never break down again. https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=718904 if not theres always SOS !
Anyone who is interested in forced induction should do half the reading that I have.
Juntuned, I hope you find a long term solution with your setup and that you never break down again. https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=718904 if not theres always SOS !
Maybe I'm wrong but if you use speed-based boost or gear-based boost with turbo you get better "driveability" in terms of predictable power/traction, and you also can have MUCH better low and mid-range power.
Or maybe a turbo car would have been penalized if it had a boost controller
08-01-2009, 08:08 AM
#129
I ruled turbos out of my decision long ago. sure you get the good old seat of the pants feel, but thats not what I was looking for. heat, reliability, smooth delivery, and expandability are the factors that won the day.
this will be a setup for me that I could never afford when I was young.
this will be a setup for me that I could never afford when I was young.
08-01-2009, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Brutus,Aug 1 2009, 11:08 AM
I ruled turbos out of my decision long ago. sure you get the good old seat of the pants feel, but thats not what I was looking for. heat, reliability, smooth delivery, and expandability are the factors that won the day.
this will be a setup for me that I could never afford when I was young.
this will be a setup for me that I could never afford when I was young.