06-11-2012, 05:17 AM
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Wiper Blades
Does anyone know how much the oem wiper blades weigh ? I'm looking for some aftermarket refills that are both lighter and more aerodynamic, and will increase power and performance .
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06-11-2012, 06:27 AM
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jakesbox
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I go without blades. I just use the 1 inch gap to see through that the metal on windshield contact gives me. I think I gained 3 horsepower...
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06-11-2012, 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by trimer
I go without blades. I just use the 1 inch gap to see through that the metal on windshield contact gives me. I think I gained 3 horsepower...
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Interesting approach . Do you have dyno results ?
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06-11-2012, 06:45 AM
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I say install air jets as this will ease the slipstream effect...should be good for an additional 5hp.
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06-11-2012, 07:37 AM
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Everyone knows it's not the wipers that increase HP, but liberal use of the right wiper FLUID.
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06-11-2012, 07:38 AM
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Unfortunately I do not have any Dyno info. The day I was going to take it to have it done, I opted to spend the time taking off bonnet and trunk lids and replacing them with saran wrap. Cut 200 pounds off the car...again, gained 3 HP.
Next up...taking off the steering wheel and going to replace it with vice grips. Should have better one finger turning with those. Purely comfort - not trying to gain any HP...
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06-11-2012, 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by trimer
Unfortunately I do not have any Dyno info. The day I was going to take it to have it done, I opted to spend the time taking off bonnet and trunk lids and replacing them with saran wrap. Cut 200 pounds off the car...again, gained 3 HP.
Next up...taking off the steering wheel and going to replace it with vice grips. Should have better one finger turning with those. Purely comfort - not trying to gain any HP...
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Just out of curiosity, what torque spec will you set the vise grips on ?
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06-11-2012, 09:06 AM
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94 just like the wheels
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06-11-2012, 01:19 PM
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Get some upgraded blinker fluid & muffler bearings while you're at it.
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06-12-2012, 09:40 AM
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94 just like the wheels
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Guys, I highly recommend you don't use vise grips as a steering wheel, set to 94 ft/lbs.
Everyone knows the wheel torque is 96ft/lbs. Please make note when installing vise grips.
Carry on.
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06-12-2012, 09:42 AM
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Also, with the increased power these serious mods will develop. You may consider upgrading to a stiffer piston return spring. It only makes sense.
With great power comes great responsibility.
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06-12-2012, 10:29 AM
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3hp from wiper delete? I call BS. My friend who has a completely different car got 3.25745 hp from his wiper delete. He estimated this using the seat of the pants data acquisition sytem.
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06-12-2012, 10:36 AM
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You guys are being ridiculous. I removed a front wheel which saves significant weight, reduces road friction and reduces the cost of tire replacement by 25%. The only drawback is that it does have a negative impact on handling.
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06-12-2012, 02:40 PM
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That all depends...you could plan your route so your lack of wheel--sorry, your wheel delete--is always to the inside of the turns, as any self-respecting, highway on-ramp-apex-hitting driver knows. This is what GPS on smartphones is for.
You gents do realize that the retractable spoiler was for on-road use only, right? For the track, one simply has to prop open the trunk lid with a Folger's can for the ideal amount of downforce. And if you really give the brakes a stomp it will flip up the rest of the way and give you the airbrake effect that only a Porsche engineer could dream up.
Of course if you don't have those minimum 3 gained horses from your wiper delete you won't have enough punch to get the trunk to resume spoiler duty.
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06-12-2012, 06:26 PM
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Does a wiper blade delete require an ecu remap/maf change to avoid getting a CWL or throwing any OBD codes?
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06-12-2012, 07:17 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RobbieKnobbie
Does a wiper blade delete require an ecu remap/maf change to avoid getting a CWL or throwing any OBD codes?
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It depends if they're RoW blades .
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06-12-2012, 07:49 PM
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I have to say as a Noob, I've learned a ton from this site...but this has to be the best thread yet. I've followed all of your advice, and I'm telling you my '98 2.5L is giving 911's a run for their money! The best part is I haven't had a single car pass me all day - so now I'm thinking about a side mirror delete and replacing with dental mirrors...who needs those if you're out front right? Gotta be another 3hp...Thoughts?
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06-13-2012, 06:01 AM
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I have to say as a Noob, I've learned a ton from this site...but this has to be the best thread yet. I've followed all of your advice, and I'm telling you my '98 2.5L is giving 911's a run for their money! The best part is I haven't had a single car pass me all day - so now I'm thinking about a side mirror delete and replacing with dental mirrors...who needs those if you're out front right? Gotta be another 3hp...Thoughts?
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I've found that tossing out the passenger seat and replacing it with an occasional lawn chair results in a significant weight reduction/hp boost as well .
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06-13-2012, 07:46 AM
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I bought new cheap brand wiper blades 2 weeks ago and i have to say i was disappointed with the power. It barely made a difference.
Next time I am going with a better brand like Rainex for that extra traction and power for wet weather.
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06-13-2012, 09:09 AM
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I use those Rainex wipers. They completely eliminate hydroplaning and I can go just as fast on wet roads as dry. Don't seem to have much more power though.
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