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Traction on the SHO and Snow

Started by zamirlihari, January 26, 2015, 11:34:11 AM

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SHOnUup

Quote from: wasinger3000 on January 30, 2015, 10:46:41 AM
Quote from: ZSHO on January 30, 2015, 10:40:03 AM
Quote from: SHOnUup on January 30, 2015, 10:22:05 AM
Nice pic...like that angle

Rich
Thanks Rich,just got the note 4,takes pretty good pics,also learned from the best. ;)
Wait till you take 4k video... it's stunning.
I just got the GoPro 4 silver with 4k video option....when I go to play on my desktop it freezes - plays-freezes-plays....to good for my computer :(

Rich

2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

wasinger3000

Quote from: SHOnUup on January 30, 2015, 10:53:14 AM
Quote from: wasinger3000 on January 30, 2015, 10:46:41 AM
Quote from: ZSHO on January 30, 2015, 10:40:03 AM
Quote from: SHOnUup on January 30, 2015, 10:22:05 AM
Nice pic...like that angle

Rich
Thanks Rich,just got the note 4,takes pretty good pics,also learned from the best. ;)
Wait till you take 4k video... it's stunning.
I just got the GoPro 4 silver with 4k video option....when I go to play on my desktop it freezes - plays-freezes-plays....to good for my computer :(

Rich
Yeah it is a lot of information to process. If you look at it on a 4k res screen it is quite impressive though. That's why I like the note 4. You can take 4k and view it natively.

It takes my dual processor computer some time to render 4k video when I mess around it. All 64 core can he maxed out at times.
13' SHO, Non-PP, Tuned by Torrie, Meth injection, 3 bar, 170* stat, custom axle back exhaust, Prosport Boost gauge.
15' F150 Lariat Sport, all the options, 3.5L Eco. (fiancée ride.)
13' GTCS, will be missed.

sunwolf

I have driven mine in at least 8" and it made it through fine. You can tell its front dominant because it dosen't really let you correct for a slide like a RWD. I guess most people say FWD is better in the snow because it requires less skill to start off. I prefer RWD in the snow because it allows you to correct. Hopefully with the new AWD system they make it more RWD on a slide.
2014 Taurus SHO Black Performance Pack LMS tune 3bar tstat downpipes
2008 BMW M6 Convertible SMG
2008 F-150 XLT 4x4 5.4L
2011 F-150 Ecoboost Crew Cab 4x4
2012 Lincoln Navigator L 4x4

FoMoCoSHO

Quote from: sunwolf on March 20, 2015, 08:58:34 AM
I have driven mine in at least 8" and it made it through fine. You can tell its front dominant because it dosen't really let you correct for a slide like a RWD. I guess most people say FWD is better in the snow because it requires less skill to start off. I prefer RWD in the snow because it allows you to correct. Hopefully with the new AWD system they make it more RWD on a slide.
IDK, I use lower gears and engine braking in the snow and there is plenty of ass end tomfoolery to be had....


SHOnUup

From my little experience in the snow this year. I liked the little bit of rear wheel play, fronts would get you pointed the right way pretty easy and the rear end wasn't sloppy at all unless you really forced it. Definitely could be better, but I dig it.

Rich

2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

ZSHO

#20
I am only quoting the 13+SHO on my perspective and OP,personally these cars can probably do even better in the snow than originally anticipated,the issue lies due to the small clearance around the wheel well and especially in the front which observed large amounts of snow getting stuck inside the wheel well and giving the front wheels a harder time to turn and spin,this was based on using the stock rims with all season tires,but overall it exceeded my expectations.


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

SHOdded

Quote from: ZSHO on March 21, 2015, 07:40:04 AM
I am only quoting the 13+SHO on my perspective and OP,personally these cars can probably do even better in the snow than originally anticipated,the issue lies due to the small clearance around the wheel well and especially in the front which observed large amounts of snow getting stuck inside the wheel well and giving the front wheels a harder time to turn and spin,this was based on using the stock rims with all season tires,but overall it exceeded my expectations.
Excellent observations, Z!
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!

bpd1151


SHOnUup

Add coilovers and custom wheel setup....sounds like we need those heated wheel well inserts I was talking about. I recall just about every car on the roads this year having same issue. Even our Trailblazer fills the nice gap with snow when in 4 wheel.

Rich

2011 Sterling Gray Metallic SHO non PP,
12.4211 @ 110.28 Livernois 3bar tune & CAI,
Added since...PPE catless Dpipes, Megan coilovers, Powergrid adjustable end links, and EBC slotted rotors and red stuff pads.
Tommy Designs grille with carbon fiber hydrographics, fender badges and fog bezels hydrodipped also, tinted windows, head & taillights, debadged trunk with all chrome plasti-dipped, black calipers, obdlink mx scantool running torque pro on 7" tablet.

SHOdded

Maybe an active wheel well scraper to prevent the buildup ...  I don't know if a seal coating on the liners would make the stuff slide right off ...
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!