Tire suggestions/Mod discussions

[2001BlackGTvert]

Yeah I agree they seem to be a well balanced and decent sounding unit. People are commenting that driveabilty is very good with no issues that I have found so far.

The 2v does not have variable cam timing. It appears to have started in 05 with the 4.6 3v.

 

[67 AGAIN]

They sound like a good deal.

 

[Ohtobbad]

Sounds good, I hate trying to figure it out by video's
also different rpm's give different sound.
Be great if your could find one done.

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

Sounds good, I hate trying to figure it out by video's
also different rpm's give different sound.
Be great if your could find one done.

Yeah I agree it is ruff with videos. Unfortunately right now it is the closest I have.

 

[67 AGAIN]

Sound being a consideration for sure but on a V8 I doubt the majority of cams would be described or perceived as having bad sound.

Feedback on how they drive and perform also very important.
Do they start easy?
Do they have a decent idle?
How much low end torque do they give up?
Is there much sputter from a dead stop?
Are they smooth at higher rpm’s or under load at wot? Any vibration or harmonics?

If you are able to get feedback on these points and it is good feedback, then maybe sound need not be the dominant deciding criteria

I recall years back when the hot rod cams came out, Comp Cams had the Mutha Thumpr cams.
They enjoyed a good following because of a sound that many people liked.
However, as years went by their popularity wained because they did not match the hot rod cams for performance.
They got great reviews for sound though.

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

Sound being a consideration for sure but on a V8 I doubt the majority of cams would be described or perceived as having bad sound.

Feedback on how they drive and perform also very important.
Do they start easy?
Do they have a decent idle?
How much low end torque do they give up?
Is there much sputter from a dead stop?
Are they smooth at higher rpm’s or under load at wot? Any vibration or harmonics?

If you are able to get feedback on these points and it is good feedback, then maybe sound need not be the dominant deciding criteria

I recall years back when the hot rod cams came out, Comp Cams had the Mutha Thumpr cams.
They enjoyed a good following because of a sound that many people liked.
However, as years went by their popularity wained because they did not match the hot rod cams for performance.
They got great reviews for sound though.

Yes good points Marc. Sound is not everything. I am working in compiling answers to some of the questions you mentioned and you gave me a few more. Will see how it goes. Lol

 

[Ohtobbad]

My bad, I was thinking of exhaust, when mentioning sound.
Not the cams. IMO everything should be based on performance
and drivability first,

 

[SilverGT]

How are TDOT Performance to deal with.

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

I dealt with them on 2 occasions and had good success. They sometimes have a discount code.

 

[SilverGT]

I dealt with them on 2 occasions and had good success. They sometimes have a discount code.

Thanks.Looks like a good site to find stuff.

 

[67 AGAIN]

Never dealt with them but hear good things.
Yes, they have a lot of stuff.
Canadian also, so no surprises on pricing.

 

[67 AGAIN]

My bad, I was thinking of exhaust, when mentioning sound.
Not the cams. IMO everything should be based on performance
and drivability first,

Totally agree.

 

[pei_guy]

How are TDOT Performance to deal with.

I've made both exhaust purchases from them. Very good to communicate with and knowledgable. Did price comparison on long tubes and mid pipes and they were the best. Wouldn't hesitate in offering a positive recommendation. They do have a sign up discount code for first purchase. I just popped the 2and order into the shopping cart and left it a day, they came back with an incentive discount.

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

Well I got my 2 front wheels this afternoon and installed them. Went out for a little spin tonight. I must say I am totally impressed with the ride quality of the Toyo Extensa HP 2's. No darting with the Staggered setup at all that I noticed. They corner very well under a bit of spirited driving also. Will see with more seat time but so far I am impressed and happy with them.

 

[TrueBlue02058]

The 315s combined with the 4:10 gears must launch your car pretty good ?

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

Honestly they appear to grip very well however there was no hard launches tonight it was purely a test drive to set all the wheels so I could Retorque them and get initial feel on the tires. But I will let you guys know. Lol

 

[SilverGT]

They should grip the road well in all this heat.

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

Yeah they should do perfect. And to think I had frost last week. Lol

 

[67 AGAIN]

Nice shoes!
Glad they are working out well for you.

 

[2001BlackGTvert]

Thank you Marc. They appear to be good right now. The test of time will tell me if it is long term or not.