04-13-2004, 05:39 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Cleveland,
OH
Cobra Make, Engine: SPF1670 Stroked Little Windsor - Runs OK.
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More companies need to develop factory "bolt-on" performance that is covered under warranty.
Anyone who doesn't think the horsepower wars are back (and my how they are back) isn't paying attention to the fact that 400HP is available in vehicles from nearly every major manufacturer out there, and some are exceeding 500 in "non-tuner" models, even.
The new SL600 with dual turbo V12 and an automatic is doing 0-60 quicker than the 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo, which at one point was the "ultimate supercar"!!
I know personally, I'm looking at the new F150s because to me, they are an amazing new truck. I'm also a huge fan of the Tundra, but the 245HP turned me off (factory blower changes that a litte).
It's hard to jump full force into the Ford knowing that I could have a 345HP hemi powered Ram, although the hemi is all I like about the Ram. But after spending nearly $40K for a completely optioned out F150 Lariat, I'd hate to void the warranty by putting a Paxton blower on it.
So, the question guys, is how long will it be before there is a check-box right under the "voice activated GPS navigation system" option for a factory (or dealer) installed blower, covered under warranty, you pick the boost... from more than one marque.
I'd love to say I just picked up my 420 HP F150 from the dealer yesterday. Perhaps some day....
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