New rr intake heat shield
#61
Really not trying to he negative. Just find it amusing how people are quick to jump on band wagons. RR is selling a product claiming gains (actually claiming 11 hp gains) with no real proof and people bash others when actual dyno are provided of other products claiming that dyno graphs are manipulated. RR should he selling this as a cosmetic item with "potential theoretical gains"!
On fitment......sorry no excuses! quick to hit the market no quality control. As minor as it may be to some, a cosmetic item shouldn't have to trimmed to make it work.
On fitment......sorry no excuses! quick to hit the market no quality control. As minor as it may be to some, a cosmetic item shouldn't have to trimmed to make it work.
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GunnyFitz (01-03-19)
#62
I Don't have a Dog in this Hunt, but I pretty much agree with what you're saying! I'm in 4 different car clubs & I Don't Ever remember buying ANY Custom Part for Any of my vehicles from a Vendor that I had to Cut or Hack Anything to make it Fit! And I'm Sorry, but 11 extra HP Doesn't come that Cheap in ANY Vehicle! JMO
#63
Yes, actually it is more powerful in winter time. Air density has lot to do with power, and cold air is more dense than warm air. Pretty undeniable physics.
#64
The cutting isnt to "make it fit" the cutting is to access the cold air under the fender cover to which the part allows access to for the secondary intake.
sheesh. " Haters hate because theyve never accomplished anything"- JoeRogan
sheesh. " Haters hate because theyve never accomplished anything"- JoeRogan
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finny76 (12-27-18)
#65
sacrifice a “ look “ for gain I’m all about it
#66
I have and have been saved by the AOS. Yet, you need to cut the engine cover. That cover was designed for looks. The part is designed for function. So, it’s a small sacrifice to gain more function. Rafi isn’t asking folks to cut a fender. Again,
sacrifice a “ look “ for gain I’m all about it
#67
And the least "active member on the forum" sounds irrelevant just because I lurk the forum but don't make posts, but carry on
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#68
Lol, no need to be insecure. I'm not bashing anyone and I'm sure RR makes great parts, but I come from owning cars that range from the Hyundai, Nissan, BMW and now the Lexus community. And I can say, I've never had to hack or cut into any aftermarket car part to install it, especially on an 80K Lexus.. that's just my personal opinion.
And the least "active member on the forum" sounds irrelevant just because I lurk the forum but don't make posts, but carry on
And the least "active member on the forum" sounds irrelevant just because I lurk the forum but don't make posts, but carry on
#69
Took the RCF out today. Beautiful here in Northern California. The temp was in the mid 40's. Cool crisp air. The roads were dry. Ca Hwy 128 around lake Berryessa.
The car certainly felt faster today with the new heat shield. Seemed to wind up harder. Some one earlier mentioned, more efficient feeling. That is a good term.
The car certainly felt faster today with the new heat shield. Seemed to wind up harder. Some one earlier mentioned, more efficient feeling. That is a good term.
#70
I have driven that road many, many times on a motorcycle and even quite a few in cars. Very fun road for sure, and really awesome in May of '84 when the glory hole was pouring over a thick section of water from the impressive rains that year.
#71
You see a lot of motorcycles up there. I also see a lot of exotics and other sports cars on it.
I remember 84. It went over a few years ago, but not as much as 84 and a couple of times in the 90's if memory serves me.
#72
My apology on your cutting,didn't mean to offend you.
My comment on quick to market....typical production would include a fitment test before final product offering. I feel when a product is quick to be brought to market sometimes this final production step might get missed or skipped. Which a disclaimer would be nice indicating any modifications needed making it not a "direct bolt on". Not sure if RR has done that.
As for my intake solution....
My comment on quick to market....typical production would include a fitment test before final product offering. I feel when a product is quick to be brought to market sometimes this final production step might get missed or skipped. Which a disclaimer would be nice indicating any modifications needed making it not a "direct bolt on". Not sure if RR has done that.
As for my intake solution....
Last edited by bigz187; 01-06-19 at 11:06 PM.