What's So Bad About the Performance Package?

[Chris6G]

Yep. I am 44, not sure that is old school though? LOL! If I can't find chrome for my '15, I will go with polished aluminum.

I was 33 when I got my new 03 Cobra and had those Saleen's put on within 6 months.


These are #1 on my list for my '15. The ones on the left as they sit.

I love those on the left, I want a set like that myself!

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[JimmyTwoTimes]

Yep. I am 44, not sure that is old school though? LOL! If I can't find chrome for my '15, I will go with polished aluminum.

I'm 34, not sure if that's old school either. But if I could find something like these... mmm...

 

[Todd15Fastback]

HNNNNNNGGGHHHHHH more info?

Avantgarde M580's. These are 20x8.5+30 and 20x10+43 for a flush fit. With the polished finish these run $2150 including shipping. With their regular powdered coated finish it is $1800.

I love those on the left, I want a set like that myself!

Me too! I love them!!

 

[Jamo]

Yeah, only GT PP has Torsen LSD. ECO PP is still clutch type LSD.

I don't know the difference??

 

[SVT_N8]

PP wheels should sell pretty easy if you don't like them. I'll be selling mine almost immediately upon the arrival of the car.

 

[JimmyTwoTimes]

I don't know the difference??

A clutch-type limited slip differential has clutch plates -- think like the clutch in a manual transmission -- which start to engage when one wheel is turning faster than the other wheel. Like a clutch in a transmission, it allows some slippage, will eventually wear out over time, and doesn't actually distribute torque so much as just partially lock the wheels.

A helical limited slip differential... well, here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Limited-slip_differential#Geared_LSD

 

[OppoLock]

I don't know the difference??

Torque Sensing (Torsen) explained:


Differentials explained:

 

[foghat]

A clutch-type limited slip differential has clutch plates -- think like the clutch in a manual transmission -- which start to engage when one wheel is turning faster than the other wheel. Like a clutch in a transmission, it allows some slippage, will eventually wear out over time, and doesn't actually distribute torque so much as just partially lock the wheels.

A helical limited slip differential... well, here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Limited-slip_differential#Geared_LSD

You are an enigma. From driving manuals with only your right foot to posts like this.

 

[Clink]

Avantgarde M580's. These are 20x8.5+30 and 20x10+43 for a flush fit. With the polished finish these run $2150 including shipping. With their regular powdered coated finish it is $1800.

Me too! I love them!!

Thanks I'm going to try and buy some before you do. :lol:

Have you had Chris do any pshop of it yet on Ingot?

Seriously though I can't remember the last time I've seen chrome shine as good as on your Cobra in that pic outside. :clap2:

 

[Strokerswild]

Worth every penny. I think the gearing is fine and the wheels are awesome. Takes me about 10 minutes to clean all four, one finger in the rag method.

Tip: Swiffer Duster, off the stick.

Best brake dust eliminator ever.

 

[JimmyTwoTimes]

You are an enigma. From driving manuals with only your right foot to posts like this.

I've never tested a nuclear bomb, but I know how the physics of them works. Just because I can't drive a manual transmission doesn't mean I don't know how cars work.

 

[Todd15Fastback]

Thanks I'm going to try and buy some before you do. :lol:

Have you had Chris do any pshop of it yet on Ingot?

Seriously though I can't remember the last time I've seen chrome shine as good as on your Cobra in that pic outside. :clap2:

Go for it! :lol:. It will be a while before I buy some wheels. Likely late spring or early summer. I am still waiting to see if something else comes out. Last thing I want to do is drop about 4k on wheels and tires and find something else I like better. My wife would kill me.

My Cobra was in better shape than it was brand new when I drove it off the lot in those pictures. I used Clearkote products. I used their wheel polish and then put their carnuba on top of it. Gave the ultimate shine.

I have not had Chris do any with those wheels. I need to or you can have him do it

 

[KP6Five]

I think it was money well spent for what you get. If you don't care about speed, stopping, cornering, eighth or quarter mile speed don't bother. I have driven the auto 3.55 and a manual 3.55 because I had doubts after I ordered the 3.73. I thought they might be to low a gear for road trips. Car felt so much faster I was glad I ordered the 3.73. 3.73 are easier on the drivetrain and will be quicker in the 1/8th or 1/4 mile if you get it to hook up at the expense of some gas mileage. Not sure why everyone rags on the PP wheels I love them other than cleaning. Love the staggered look. Only thing I don't like about them is the tires. Why they put a Summer tire on this is a head scratcher. I absolutely think the other wheels look cheap. IMO...

For what you get it's a bargain...
• Strut-tower Brace
• Larger Radiator
• Unique Chassis Tuning
• Upsized Rear Sway Bar
• Heavy-Duty Front Springs
• K-Brace
• Brembo™ 6-Piston Front Brake Calipers with Larger Rotors
• 19” X 9” (F) 19” X9.5” (R)Gloss Black Aluminum Wheel
• Unique Stability Control, EPAS & ABS Tuning
• 3.73 TORSEN® Rear Axle
• Gauge Pack (Oil Pressure and Vacuum)

 

[BoomBoy]

None. I love the wheels and everything that comes with it. Maybe a negative: it doesn't come with a more aggressive tune.

 

[KP6Five]

Tip: Swiffer Duster, off the stick.

Best brake dust eliminator ever.

Damn good to know I have plenty of swiffers! lol Thank you!

I have tried everything... Even waxed them with slick stuff that is supposed to help repel dirt. It helps and isn't as bad but it still sticks.

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