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Started by TriCoatChic, December 02, 2019, 07:09:40 PM

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TriCoatChic

I have a problem. It's a need to modify every vehicle I've owned. I built my first car in 1998, a non-V-tec 1992 Honda Accord LX, that lead to tuning a '96 Grand Am GT (12.8sec 1/4mi was my best) and my '03 Explorer Sportrac that had a blower shoved into the engine bay. With the Flex, I'm aiming for a modest 500hp at the wheels. But first, I've had to do the ENTIRE timing system that was luckily under warranty, currently replacing the PTU at 84k and will start the engine and computer upgrades over the next 5-6m. Chasing a 3yr old around slows me down.
2012 Flex Titanium
Tricoat White
No mods, yet...
2009 Audi S5
1964 Thunderbird

SHOdded

Welcome to the community!  Getting the timing system out of its' own way is a big help LOL.  Same with PTU.

Post pics of your ride, and look forward to your build and PBs at the strip!  Maybe farm out the driving duties to the 3 yr old :D
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

PDSHO

2013 Taurus Police Interceptor. AWD, Eco-Boost. SOLD
2015 Lincoln Navigator L, 4x4, Eco-Boost.
2016 Taurus Police Interceptor, Eco-Boost
2014 Lincoln MKS Eco-Boost

Warriormonx

Quote from: TriCoatChic on December 02, 2019, 07:09:40 PM
I have a problem. It's a need to modify every vehicle I've owned. I built my first car in 1998, a non-V-tec 1992 Honda Accord LX, that lead to tuning a '96 Grand Am GT (12.8sec 1/4mi was my best) and my '03 Explorer Sportrac that had a blower shoved into the engine bay. With the Flex, I'm aiming for a modest 500hp at the wheels. But first, I've had to do the ENTIRE timing system that was luckily under warranty, currently replacing the PTU at 84k and will start the engine and computer upgrades over the next 5-6m. Chasing a 3yr old around slows me down.
Hmmm. Not getting the part where this is a problem.....


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802SHO

Welcome aboard TriCoatChic!  Glad to know us Men aren't the only ones into this Platform!  Very cool.
IG @802SHO 2010 SHO non PP, Tuned by AJP Turbo, 109 Octane + VP C85 for E30, Ported GH Gen 3 upgraded turbos, Ported 13+ Exhaust Manifolds, Custom FM IC TreadStone TR10C, EPP Hot Pipes, EPP Dual CAI, XDI35 HPFP, Deatschwerks 300C LPFP, Alky Control Methonal Injection, Alky dual nozzle upgrade, Zex Nitrous dual dry shots, Dicunzolo Gen2 torque mounts, MSD Coils, SP542 .026, 160 T, 3bar, Phenolic Spacer, Braille Lightweight Battery, Kirky Lightweight Racing Driver Seat, Catless Downpipes, custom stainless 2.5" double xpipe w/muffler deletes 4" quad tips, UPR Dual Valve Catch Can, 13+ PP Trans Cooler, Econoaid throttle Body Booster, Bravado Tribute 20x9.5 + 32 offset Wheels, Nitto NT555R Front Tires, Continental Extreme Contact DW Rear Tires and all are 275/35/20, H&R Springs all around w/rear cut 1/2", 1" hubcentric wheel spacers m14 1.5 stud/lug conversion, R1 Concepts Geomet slotted/drilled rotors with Heavy Duty Semi Metallic pads, Aeroforce Interceptor Gauge.
Currently World's Fastest Ecoboost SHO
11.063 @ 123.17 MPH!  NED 10/10/20

TriCoatChic

Quote from: Warriormonx on December 03, 2019, 12:27:24 AM
Quote from: TriCoatChic on December 02, 2019, 07:09:40 PM
I have a problem. It's a need to modify every vehicle I've owned. I built my first car in 1998, a non-V-tec 1992 Honda Accord LX, that lead to tuning a '96 Grand Am GT (12.8sec 1/4mi was my best) and my '03 Explorer Sportrac that had a blower shoved into the engine bay. With the Flex, I'm aiming for a modest 500hp at the wheels. But first, I've had to do the ENTIRE timing system that was luckily under warranty, currently replacing the PTU at 84k and will start the engine and computer upgrades over the next 5-6m. Chasing a 3yr old around slows me down.
Hmmm. Not getting the part where this is a problem.....


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it's a problem when Tim isn't on my side. I have 2 other builds in progress right now with my Dad ('72 couga XR-7) and my husband's '86 Cougar.
2012 Flex Titanium
Tricoat White
No mods, yet...
2009 Audi S5
1964 Thunderbird