A friend bought an Accord V6
03-24-2003, 01:14 PM
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Originally posted by VQMAN
what did you do (what rpm launch) to get a 2.1 60ft?
is the track you were at really sticky?
what did you do (what rpm launch) to get a 2.1 60ft?
is the track you were at really sticky?
As far as what I did: locate/lineup in the (tire)grooves of my lane, brake torque @ 2K and released the brake on the final yellow, flooring it the whole way. I guess it was the one unique set of circumstances where the Potenzas actually hooked up.
As far as my own weight: 175lbs.And being at the best dragstrip in the US (Englishtown Raceway Park) helps alot.
03-24-2003, 01:34 PM
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Originally posted by F23A4
I think few other 2K2 guys on this board have equally quick or quicker stock times than me.
As far as what I did: locate/lineup in the (tire)grooves of my lane, brake torque @ 2K and released the brake on the final yellow, flooring it the whole way. I guess it was the one unique set of circumstances where the Potenzas actually hooked up. As far as my own weight: 175lbs.
And being at the best dragstrip in the US (Englishtown Raceway Park) helps alot.
I think few other 2K2 guys on this board have equally quick or quicker stock times than me.
As far as what I did: locate/lineup in the (tire)grooves of my lane, brake torque @ 2K and released the brake on the final yellow, flooring it the whole way. I guess it was the one unique set of circumstances where the Potenzas actually hooked up.
As far as my own weight: 175lbs.And being at the best dragstrip in the US (Englishtown Raceway Park) helps alot.
what is the material's they use? asphalt? concrete?
-vq
03-24-2003, 01:38 PM
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Originally posted by SteVTEC
Since the WRX has been so successful here, Subaru sees that there is in fact a market for high performance products here and is now going to bring more. The WRX was sort of a market test I guess. This Legacy looks like the WRX STi engine in a roomier sedan. Could be my next car.
Since the WRX has been so successful here, Subaru sees that there is in fact a market for high performance products here and is now going to bring more. The WRX was sort of a market test I guess. This Legacy looks like the WRX STi engine in a roomier sedan. Could be my next car.
-vq
03-24-2003, 11:45 PM
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Originally posted by VQMAN
is that COMPLETELY stock...keeping the spare tire in, and not even a drop in air filter, or better tires?
-vq
is that COMPLETELY stock...keeping the spare tire in, and not even a drop in air filter, or better tires?
-vq
03-25-2003, 06:48 AM
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Re: Re: Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
[QUOTE]Originally posted by Dave B
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"It's true. The 2003 V6 Accord is tuned to run on 87 octane and the ECU will take advantage of the 91+ octane. It's a pretty well known fact that these motors are rated at 240hp with 87 octane. If an 03 Accord can get 15.2@93mph running on 87, then I'd imagine the car would be very closs to 15.0 with the 91+. These are mag times of course. I should note that the mags haven't been able to get any better than low 15s out of the 02+ Maximas and Altimas either SO I'd venture to the say that unless you've got a 6 speed 3.5, I'd be very careful saying you'll outrun an 03 Accord. They might not have the torque or quite the HP, but that extra gear in the tranny makes a big difference, especially from 40-80mph."
Thats not true....Sport Compact did a dyno test and when they put higher octane the honda accord it lost horsepower because the ecu isnt programed to run the 92 93 octane!!!1
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"It's true. The 2003 V6 Accord is tuned to run on 87 octane and the ECU will take advantage of the 91+ octane. It's a pretty well known fact that these motors are rated at 240hp with 87 octane. If an 03 Accord can get 15.2@93mph running on 87, then I'd imagine the car would be very closs to 15.0 with the 91+. These are mag times of course. I should note that the mags haven't been able to get any better than low 15s out of the 02+ Maximas and Altimas either SO I'd venture to the say that unless you've got a 6 speed 3.5, I'd be very careful saying you'll outrun an 03 Accord. They might not have the torque or quite the HP, but that extra gear in the tranny makes a big difference, especially from 40-80mph."
Thats not true....Sport Compact did a dyno test and when they put higher octane the honda accord it lost horsepower because the ecu isnt programed to run the 92 93 octane!!!1
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03-25-2003, 09:31 AM
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Originally posted by VQMAN
is it really that good or are you just giving it props?
what is the material's they use? asphalt? concrete?
-vq
is it really that good or are you just giving it props?
what is the material's they use? asphalt? concrete?
-vq
But, I've heard time and time again from semi-pro and pro drag racers (i.e.: John Force in a TV interview and Christian Rado in his SCC column) that Etown's the best strip bar none.
03-25-2003, 09:50 AM
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Originally posted by F23A4
Honestly, I haven't raced @ any other tracks. But, I've heard time and time again from semi-pro and pro drag racers (i.e.: John Force in a TV interview and Christian Rado in his SCC column) that Etown's the best strip bar none.
Honestly, I haven't raced @ any other tracks.
But, I've heard time and time again from semi-pro and pro drag racers (i.e.: John Force in a TV interview and Christian Rado in his SCC column) that Etown's the best strip bar none.
KCIR is better than MO/KAN, but not really anything known nationaly.
I am going to KCIR this weekend, and they just resurfaced the track, and supposedly there is concrete for the first 60ft or something...supposed to be better for traction. So hopefully I'll improve on my 60ft (get a 2.2sec) and get my 1/4 down near 14.5 sec @ 96/97mph...I hope.
This track isn't very well known. Heartland Park in Topeka KS is a larger more commercial track. I don't think there are ever any big events at KCIR, (could be wrong) but maybe now that they've resurfaced the track they'll get more events.
I need to improve my times! sea-level would help!
-vq
03-25-2003, 10:39 AM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
Originally posted by wantasupra3
Thats not true....Sport Compact did a dyno test and when they put higher octane the honda accord it lost horsepower because the ecu isnt programed to run the 92 93 octane!!!1
kiss:
Thats not true....Sport Compact did a dyno test and when they put higher octane the honda accord it lost horsepower because the ecu isnt programed to run the 92 93 octane!!!1
kiss:
03-25-2003, 10:51 AM
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Originally posted by SteVTEC
It wasn't sport compact. It was Car & Driver, Nov 2001. And it was a 2001 Accord V6, not the new 2003. The J30A1 from the 98-02 models and the J30A4 in the 03+ are two completely different beasts.
It wasn't sport compact. It was Car & Driver, Nov 2001. And it was a 2001 Accord V6, not the new 2003. The J30A1 from the 98-02 models and the J30A4 in the 03+ are two completely different beasts.
03-25-2003, 11:58 AM
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Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
Friends don't let friends buy Hondas. 
Just kidding. I've actually owned a few Accords in the past (89, 90, 92). A friend I work with bought a 4 cylinder EX-L with the 5 speed manual. The car moves well for a 4 banger and the quality of the material and the fit and finish is extremely good. I have to admit as well, that I was impressed with the centre stack - the climate control is well laid out and looks good too.
Just kidding. I've actually owned a few Accords in the past (89, 90, 92). A friend I work with bought a 4 cylinder EX-L with the 5 speed manual. The car moves well for a 4 banger and the quality of the material and the fit and finish is extremely good. I have to admit as well, that I was impressed with the centre stack - the climate control is well laid out and looks good too.
03-25-2003, 12:02 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
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See..this is why you should have bought the Altima Steve...we miss you over there with you vast sea of knowledge.
See..this is why you should have bought the Altima Steve...we miss you over there with you vast sea of knowledge.
Maybe someday. Eagerly awaiting this rumored interior revamping for 2004 or 2005. Could put it back in the running, and I may be ready for another car by then.
03-25-2003, 12:45 PM
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Originally posted by SteVTEC
Maybe someday. Eagerly awaiting this rumored interior revamping for 2004 or 2005. Could put it back in the running, and I may be ready for another car by then.
Maybe someday. Eagerly awaiting this rumored interior revamping for 2004 or 2005. Could put it back in the running, and I may be ready for another car by then.
DASH
DOOR PANNELS
SEATS
LEATHER
CARPET
CONSOLE AND ARM REST
CUBBY HOLE
STORAGE DOOR
ILLUMINATE CONTROLS
What ya think??? Fully loaded that would make it about 43,000.00
03-25-2003, 07:11 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
Originally posted by SteVTEC
It wasn't sport compact. It was Car & Driver, Nov 2001. And it was a 2001 Accord V6, not the new 2003. The J30A1 from the 98-02 models and the J30A4 in the 03+ are two completely different beasts.
It wasn't sport compact. It was Car & Driver, Nov 2001. And it was a 2001 Accord V6, not the new 2003. The J30A1 from the 98-02 models and the J30A4 in the 03+ are two completely different beasts.
my bad...but i think its the same single overhead cam 3.0 v6 but with Type-s parts and lil modifications?...but it should matter unless the computer Ecu isnt programmed for high octane right?
03-25-2003, 07:30 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
Originally posted by wantasupra3
my bad...but i think its the same single overhead cam 3.0 v6 but with Type-s parts and lil modifications?...but it should matter unless the computer Ecu isnt programmed for high octane right?
my bad...but i think its the same single overhead cam 3.0 v6 but with Type-s parts and lil modifications?...but it should matter unless the computer Ecu isnt programmed for high octane right?
- Compression Ratio: 9.4:1 vs 10.0:1
- VTEC system: SOHC VTEC-E (economy) vs SOHC VTEC (regular, performance)
- Redline: 6300 vs 6800
- Higher performance intake manifold (but still non-variable) installed
- Redesigned exhaust manifolds (integrated into block)
- Higher capacity exhaust system
- Larger valves
- Minor head work
- Knock sensor added for more advanced timing control
- Computer updated (duh), can vary timing based on knock readings with either 87 or 93 octane fuel (more power on 93)
- Tranny: wide ratio 4AT vs close ratio 5AT (opt 6MT on coupe)
03-25-2003, 08:27 PM
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VQ I ran a 14.76 @93.9 mph in my stock 03 with 2,400 miles on it and I had everything in the car, the timeslip is around here somewhere. Lots of guys have ran 14.** with stock 02/03 autos. Is your car a 6spd once you get your reaction time down you should be running low 14's @97-99 mph or something like that I have seen stock 6spds running those times in my area. the best I could muster out of my wifes 350Z auto was a 14.31 @97.01 with 2,150 miles on it.
03-25-2003, 09:01 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: A friend bought an Accord V6
Originally posted by SteVTEC
It wasn't sport compact. It was Car & Driver, Nov 2001. And it was a 2001 Accord V6, not the new 2003. The J30A1 from the 98-02 models and the J30A4 in the 03+ are two completely different beasts.
It wasn't sport compact. It was Car & Driver, Nov 2001. And it was a 2001 Accord V6, not the new 2003. The J30A1 from the 98-02 models and the J30A4 in the 03+ are two completely different beasts.
03-25-2003, 10:14 PM
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I had a ride in my friend's V6 tonight. Car looks good, and had better headroom at the rear. I don't know about the front seats cuz I didn't sit there. The stereo and dash were well lid, and he punched it and the braked quickly to show the go and stop power. One of these days I will drive it to see how it runs. Nice car, and I think the room liner is not the fluffy stuff like what's in our Max.
03-26-2003, 05:41 AM
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Originally posted by MONTE 01&97 SE
once you get your reaction time down you should be running low 14's @97-99 mph or something like that I have seen stock 6spds running those times in my area.
once you get your reaction time down you should be running low 14's @97-99 mph or something like that I have seen stock 6spds running those times in my area.
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