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how can you achieve more low end power?
so i want to get some more low end power out of the svx. i want to have some extra power down low because i really like keeping the rpms low. if i had a 5mt or 6mt i wouldnt++ really be looking for more low end as i can control the rpms. ive read about smoothing out the intake, something similiar to tomyx intake, which seems VERY worthwhile, for power and torque all around, but what else can be done? im not really looking for major modifications, although anything that would contribute id like to hear about. if its too much to do now, i could always do it later.
so anyone have any input? thanks! |
Anything you can do to make it breathe better will make it perform better.
That said, the best way to increase low-end grunt is to lower the gear ratio. 4.44, or 4.11 gears will do EXACTLY what you want. Lots more grunt off the line, with only a small price to pay up top. |
which one, 4.11 or 4.44, would be more beneficial? what exactly are the differences in driving and performance? any info comparing these 2 would be greatly appreciated!!
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I just put a 4.11 tranny in my car, because the original finally went belly up (at 240k mi!) The car gets off the line faster & pulls harder for passing. At the same time it is turning more RPMs for the same speeds. The 4.44 would be more of the same.
To my way of thinking, the lower gears are easier on the powertrain, taking less torque to create the same results. Do ya a search on 4.44, or 4.11 you'll get LOTS of results with plenty of opinions. |
longassname's ecu chip works well to improve low end power
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the 4.44 is great way to increase torque to the wheels.
Tom |
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But---Just remember your fuel economy will suffer driving at the same speeds. There are always tradeoffs.
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Somebody explain to me the benefit of getting "off the line faster" if you're not drag racing. dcb |
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I just don't get the preoccupation with off-the-line acceleration. The SVX isn't THE fastest car from a standing start, and so what? Nothing you do to it will ever make it so. dcb |
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A: Ignore everything everyone just told you. 4.44's will do the opposite of what your trying to achieve B: you answered your own question. Do a 5 speed swap and you should be able to keep the rpm's low when you want, or bounce between lights like everyone else seems to think you want to do |
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i really dont want to lose the gearing the svx already has, i love it way too much. plus, im driving highway all day long. i drive less than 1 mile in LIGHT stop and go traffic on a daily basis. im just looking for a little more low end at the lower speeds around 30 to 50 mph. the highway i do 60, but no real issues there, just on the curvy roads i have to drive on around here that are a little slower, but VERY fun in the svx! |
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