[ZR1] Motorsport Ranch: ZR1 versus GT3 RS
06-02-2011, 06:33 AM
#62
Melting Slicks
Are you joking? I had an LPE ZR1 with a 2.32" pulley and a set of Pirelli Trofeos. Dont you think I know what they are capable of? I will stick with my GT2 for the track. Yes the ZR1 is a very nice (and capable) car but it is NOT a modified GT2 on its best day. Yes it it more expensive but so what if I can afford it it doesnt matter. I would rather buy an American sports car ( I have owned three vettes) but I have found that the Porsche is much higher quality, it is very reliable, and it takes a beating and keeps on going. I am done. I will stick with my P cars and maybe a vette when I get the urge to buy one.
I think the ZR1 is a great car and to me the most comfortable sports car I have ever driven given it's prowess on or off the track. I actually prefer the Z06 and will most likely purchase an Inferno Orange "Z07" or Carbon Series in the near future.
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06-02-2011, 06:47 AM
#63
Burning Brakes
No one in particular. Do you feel guilty?
Well hmm, I guess that depends on the interpretation of the definition of bashing. I consider going into a Corvette Forum and touting a particular car is better than a Corvette to be bashing the vette. There are Porsche forums; aren't there? I own a Mustang and am considering selling it to get a used Z06. If I do so; I'm not going to go back to the Mustang forum where I'm a member and tout how great my Corvette is. That is a douche bag move imo. Just like bringing up all the different models of Porsche 911's that "supposedly" best a ZR1 in a Corvette forum. All this got started because of a comment made by a proud ZR1 owner about the performance of a their car in respect to a much more expensive european car. Then owners of such European cars felt the urge to defend their purchase I guess. Why does everyone feel the need to prove to others that their choice is the best. I think it is to justify the money they spent. That is pretty insecure.
Well hmm, I guess that depends on the interpretation of the definition of bashing. I consider going into a Corvette Forum and touting a particular car is better than a Corvette to be bashing the vette. There are Porsche forums; aren't there? I own a Mustang and am considering selling it to get a used Z06. If I do so; I'm not going to go back to the Mustang forum where I'm a member and tout how great my Corvette is. That is a douche bag move imo. Just like bringing up all the different models of Porsche 911's that "supposedly" best a ZR1 in a Corvette forum. All this got started because of a comment made by a proud ZR1 owner about the performance of a their car in respect to a much more expensive european car. Then owners of such European cars felt the urge to defend their purchase I guess. Why does everyone feel the need to prove to others that their choice is the best. I think it is to justify the money they spent. That is pretty insecure.
I'll post the P forum link again:
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/index.php
06-02-2011, 08:21 AM
#64
Le Mans Master
If you preferred the P car over your LPE modified ZR1, you won't be happy with the Z06 either.
06-02-2011, 08:25 AM
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06-02-2011, 11:37 AM
#67
Melting Slicks
Stay Tuned I will get the exact numbers/details. I personally owned a 2008 997 Carrrera S (sorry no Dynos as I owned the car for 9-10 months)and was able to gain 45 WHP w/o race gas.
FYI: A GIAC (or multiple others) controller/programmer send up to 3-4 programs to the main CPU allowing you to change your tune on the fly - primarily to access the ability to run race gas w/o entering a permanent tune. I have it on my GT2 and can jump from 600 WHP up to ~1100 (in 4 steps) on race gas. This build is not finished but will be in 2-3 weeks. Something I have never seen in any other car but Porsche although I understand it can be had for Lambos, F-Cars, and others. I also have it on my 997.1 Turbo and will on my incoming 2012 Turbo S.
FYI: A GIAC (or multiple others) controller/programmer send up to 3-4 programs to the main CPU allowing you to change your tune on the fly - primarily to access the ability to run race gas w/o entering a permanent tune. I have it on my GT2 and can jump from 600 WHP up to ~1100 (in 4 steps) on race gas. This build is not finished but will be in 2-3 weeks. Something I have never seen in any other car but Porsche although I understand it can be had for Lambos, F-Cars, and others. I also have it on my 997.1 Turbo and will on my incoming 2012 Turbo S.
I will tell you right now that you will get nowhere near 60 HP with a GIAC tune on a NA flat six engine. They (GIAC et al) may advertise it but it is total bunk. I know because I expored it on my 997S. I was told by two local Porsche tuner shops..... "you will be very dissappointed"
06-02-2011, 12:25 PM
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Not in the least. I haven't ever bashed ANY make of car on this forum.
Someone made a blanket statement about the ZR1 which isn't in fact true. Pointing this out is in no way "bashing the Vette".
BTW, I personally couldn't care less what car (any car from any manufacturer), may of may not be faster around track "XYZ" than any other car. That data just isn't important to me at all.
BTW, I personally couldn't care less what car (any car from any manufacturer), may of may not be faster around track "XYZ" than any other car. That data just isn't important to me at all.
06-02-2011, 12:58 PM
#69
Melting Slicks
Having owned three Porsches myself --- it appears you fit in great with the Porsche crowd. You know, the kind that is more concerend about the badge on the hood, telling everyone how much they paid for their suit, how many cars they own, carrying the LV luggage, etc.
I will tell you right now that you will get nowhere near 60 HP with a GIAC tune on a NA flat six engine. They (GIAC et al) may advertise it but it is total bunk. I know because I expored it on my 997S. I was told by two local Porsche tuner shops..... "you will be very dissappointed"
I will tell you right now that you will get nowhere near 60 HP with a GIAC tune on a NA flat six engine. They (GIAC et al) may advertise it but it is total bunk. I know because I expored it on my 997S. I was told by two local Porsche tuner shops..... "you will be very dissappointed"
Now you have owned three P cars - where do you fit in? Do you own a suit? I bet you do (dont lie).
Last edited by CPG1962; 06-02-2011 at 01:51 PM.
06-02-2011, 01:49 PM
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Mods, as the OP, I request this thread be locked down. Too many wannabe's rolling it out over the ruler, one in particular...
Last edited by QUIKAG; 06-02-2011 at 01:51 PM.
06-02-2011, 02:54 PM
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