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Old Dec 3, 2003 | 08:16 PM
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Motostorm Underdrive Pulleys

Dont know if this is posted yet, but PHSInvent has His New Pulleys on Ebay. I already knew this was in the making, and here it finally is. Look at the finish of these babys!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2446755829
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 08:41 PM
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Cant beat it for that price. Almost 1lb is about as light as you can get.

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Old Dec 3, 2003 | 09:38 PM
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So how would performance of a 1lb pulley compare with say a 3lb aftermarket pulley? Especially on something most say can't be dyno gain proved?

Is 1lb too light? Would it have any side-effects like too light a flywheel?

Finally what's the track record of Motostorm products (if any). I've got a UR now that's been fine for years. I need convincing before switching. Price doesn't really matter when engine life is involved.
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 10:05 PM
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Brett is a Very Great Guy to deal with!!! He keeps his word, and gives a very quality product. I myself have purchased his Gauge Bezel and some Chrome Paint, and am very satisfied with the way he conducts business.

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Old Dec 3, 2003 | 10:17 PM
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BEJAY1:

UR states 2.7hp for every lb taken off the pulley. I don't think it would hurt driveability at all, but if its any smaller than the UR, I'd be worried about accessories getting enough power. I can't imagine how they made it "that" much smaller than UR's.... UR sacrificed a lot to make theirs 1.49lbs. Make sure they are giving you the exact weight... not the "oh yea, it's around 1lb"

Where did you get your info about it being 3 lbs? As stated on UR's site:
http://www.unorthodoxracing.com/weights.html

The stock pulley weighs 4lbs 13.4oz, and the UR pulley weighs 1lb 7.8oz. (search for maxima)

Overall, loosing a half a pound on an underdrive pulley probably won't be noticeable at all. I'd stick with your UR, it's been known to be a very reliable product.... And we all know what happens when you have a badly cut timing ring on a pulley *cough* RVM *cough* You could very easily damage your crankshaft position sensor.
Old Dec 4, 2003 | 07:09 AM
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will these really fit the VE engine?
Old Dec 4, 2003 | 07:36 AM
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Someone Test It Out And Let Us Know How It Goes.
Old Dec 4, 2003 | 07:58 AM
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Wow this is great , i am thinkin of gettin another pulley soon cause i still havent put on my rvm, i hope some one buys it and tests it
Old Dec 4, 2003 | 08:20 AM
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Ya what about the oil ring thing?
Old Dec 4, 2003 | 11:48 AM
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I ordered one today, he said it would ship out next Monday. I'll let you all know how it works. And I am sure he took a while to design the oil ring, since he specifies it's durability in the ad.
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Old Dec 4, 2003 | 08:36 PM
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Yeah, Brett is pretty good with his material. If he says its legit, then I belive it is. Ive always trusted him with his products, just look at his gauge bezels, and his new Chrome S5 Grill for the 4th gen. He loves chrome, thats why I love him, and he even made the UDP in Chrome!



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Old Dec 6, 2003 | 03:26 PM
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We need the other pulleys now .
Old Dec 6, 2003 | 04:33 PM
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I sent him an e-mail, cuz I couldn't find the price and I'm not an e-bay shopper the product look very good, I' m willing to test try, as soon as he reply and I can order.

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Old Dec 6, 2003 | 05:17 PM
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I just dont see how one size will fit all. I need more info. I dont think it will fit on my car
Old Dec 6, 2003 | 05:30 PM
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Why not we all share the same engine? I think it comes down to belt sizes for each engine.
Old Dec 6, 2003 | 06:35 PM
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I'd like to see some reviews on tis product. Seems interesting.
Old Dec 6, 2003 | 08:12 PM
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Originally Posted by drewm
Where did you get your info about it being 3 lbs? As stated on UR's site:
http://www.unorthodoxracing.com/weights.html

The stock pulley weighs 4lbs 13.4oz, and the UR pulley weighs 1lb 7.8oz. (search for maxima)
My bad. I was looking at total shipping weight for one.

As krismax stated - I too want the other pulleys; the water pump one, and the 3rd (steering pump?)
Old Dec 6, 2003 | 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by BEJAY1
My bad. I was looking at total shipping weight for one.

As krismax stated - I too want the other pulleys; the water pump one, and the 3rd (steering pump?)
Ive been thinking the 350z has all the pulleys from unorthdox the engine is similar to the maximas, mayby they will bolt on the diameter my be alittle difference but that wouldnt matter . Who wants to find out.
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