How does it work for the first miles ?
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How does it work for the first miles ?
I just took possession of my brand new 2011 Shelby GT500 today, odometer was showing 34 km (about 20 miles). I read in the owner's book, that the Supercharger is blocked for a certain time, anyone knows if the dealer during the preparation unblocked it ? Right now, the car is new so I'm not really pushing her very much, so I cannot say if I do have the whole 550 hp.
In the owner's book, it says it should unblock if you drive 5 strait miles, or 50 starts. Not sure how it works....
Anyone can help me ?
In the owner's book, it says it should unblock if you drive 5 strait miles, or 50 starts. Not sure how it works....
Anyone can help me ?
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Originally Posted by lemarin
I just took possession of my brand new 2011 Shelby GT500 today, odometer was showing 34 km (about 20 miles). I read in the owner's book, that the Supercharger is blocked for a certain time, anyone knows if the dealer during the preparation unblocked it ? Right now, the car is new so I'm not really pushing her very much, so I cannot say if I do have the whole 550 hp.
In the owner's book, it says it should unblock if you drive 5 strait miles, or 50 starts. Not sure how it works....
Anyone can help me ?
In the owner's book, it says it should unblock if you drive 5 strait miles, or 50 starts. Not sure how it works....
Anyone can help me ?
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Is it possible that it is 5 miles straight on highway, at constant crusing speed ?
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Ok thanks again. I noticed once the boost gauge moving a bit, but otherwise it was not moving. Its a sign I'm driving quiet....for now !
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Today I was testing her a bit on acceleration. Not too much of course, let say not above 4000 RPM. I find the power very progressive, but nothing to kick as much as expected. I drive for 2 years now a 2009 Volkswagen Passat (reprogrammed with unitronic), with 250 hp and 285 pound/feet of torque from as low as 1750 RPM (turbo 4 cylinder). At low RPM I find the Passat more prime, more quick to answer the throttle. I find hard to believe that the Shelby developped twice the power of my Passat.
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
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Originally Posted by lemarin
Today I was testing her a bit on acceleration. Not too much of course, let say not above 4000 RPM. I find the power very progressive, but nothing to kick as much as expected. I drive for 2 years now a 2009 Volkswagen Passat (reprogrammed with unitronic), with 250 hp and 285 pound/feet of torque from as low as 1750 RPM (turbo 4 cylinder). At low RPM I find the Passat more prime, more quick to answer the throttle. I find hard to believe that the Shelby developped twice the power of my Passat.
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
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That being said, newer motors don't benefit from the break in process the same as motors in the past. Enjoy your new car!
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I just took possession of my brand new 2011 Shelby GT500 today, odometer was showing 34 km (about 20 miles). I read in the owner's book, that the Supercharger is blocked for a certain time, anyone knows if the dealer during the preparation unblocked it ? Right now, the car is new so I'm not really pushing her very much, so I cannot say if I do have the whole 550 hp.
In the owner's book, it says it should unblock if you drive 5 strait miles, or 50 starts. Not sure how it works....
Anyone can help me ?
In the owner's book, it says it should unblock if you drive 5 strait miles, or 50 starts. Not sure how it works....
Anyone can help me ?
Just wanted to agree with 11SHELBYGT500! What he mentioned is correct info!
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Today I was testing her a bit on acceleration. Not too much of course, let say not above 4000 RPM. I find the power very progressive, but nothing to kick as much as expected. I drive for 2 years now a 2009 Volkswagen Passat (reprogrammed with unitronic), with 250 hp and 285 pound/feet of torque from as low as 1750 RPM (turbo 4 cylinder). At low RPM I find the Passat more prime, more quick to answer the throttle. I find hard to believe that the Shelby developped twice the power of my Passat.
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
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I drove the Passat today few hours ago, and yes the kick in the a** is great, but short also, since the gears are closer....so it does'nt last for very long !
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Just open the Shelby up!!! You're being way too afraid of stomping on the gas! Forget driving it at 4000rpm, you should be hitting the redline on it.
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Don't forget, you have full warranty too. During "break in" period, driving at a consistent RPM is not recommended. Drive hard, Live free.
I just test drove a 2010 GT500 and fell in love.....wife though.
I just test drove a 2010 GT500 and fell in love.....wife though.
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Today I was testing her a bit on acceleration. Not too much of course, let say not above 4000 RPM. I find the power very progressive, but nothing to kick as much as expected. I drive for 2 years now a 2009 Volkswagen Passat (reprogrammed with unitronic), with 250 hp and 285 pound/feet of torque from as low as 1750 RPM (turbo 4 cylinder). At low RPM I find the Passat more prime, more quick to answer the throttle. I find hard to believe that the Shelby developped twice the power of my Passat.
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
But at 4000 RPM with 9 PSI of boost, the vert was pulling hard and was pulling harder every additionnal RPM I was driving her....Maybe at 6000 RPM she's the beast she's suppose to be ?
Does my impression normal ?
Eventually when you get around to it you can always add a pulley and tune which will pump up the power across the rev range as well as provide more throttle response.
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