new GT Launch Demo


FikseGTS

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I think Ford can make this car a bit quicker if they want, more boost can come in sooner.....

[video=youtube;oMebHHh6F5E]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMebHHh6F5E[/video]
 

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Nice, thanks for post
 

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Is it true they’re going to release an ECU tune?


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Fun stuff! Was great to see you on Saturday. I came out to take some pictures and you were gone. Launch control doesn't work in wet mode or normal mode. Can't wait to run you on my Rxp-x 300...:biggrin
 
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Is it true they’re going to release an ECU tune?


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not sure where you heard that.. They are continuing to tweek the programing in various areas . I know they are working on a new ABS algorithm for better desired track braking results .. but don't get excited about expecting a big HP gain with the 3.5. it's already in a high BHP/ Per Liter range..
 

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not sure where you heard that.. They are continuing to tweek the programing in various areas . I know they are working on a new ABS algorithm for better desired track braking results .. but don't get excited about expecting a big HP gain with the 3.5. it's already in a high BHP/ Per Liter range..

Heard it in Brooks latest video.


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Heard it in Brooks latest video.


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As shown in his video he has a problem so he can't run the car hard / fast. That won't be fixed until the new ECU reflash . It's an update to eliminate code problems Not to make it run harder / faster than the current specs . Not more performance just run normally .. you know you can call me if you have questions grasshopper ... :biggrin
 

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Cool video!

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Great videos as always Brooks.


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Early P-1s had a similar issue; on launch, torque would overpower the traction control, engine would then rev up quickly causing turbos to spool up to an overboost which then would create a CEL. Took them a couple of software tweaks to remedy.
 

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Very cool video Brooks I look forward to seeing you run the car at the track!!
 

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Great post, loved the car show in your driveway.
 

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As shown in his video he has a problem so he can't run the car hard / fast. That won't be fixed until the new ECU reflash . It's an update to eliminate code problems Not to make it run harder / faster than the current specs . Not more performance just run normally .. you know you can call me if you have questions grasshopper ... :biggrin

10:15 into the video he states that he’s getting a new calibration that should drop the 0-60 from 3.1 to 2.7 or 2.8. Sounded like it came from Ford.


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yea, I won't say were I heard it from, but it was a good source that we all would trust :) you don't necessarily need more peak power to be quicker/faster.... the launch and how the boost comes in can make a big difference. I haven't dyno'd the car yet, but given the power to weight, it should be a bit quicker, initial tests show it's about the same as my Huracan after the launch, which is ~200 pounds heavier with 45 less HP. Maybe my car isn't happy overall since it does throw a CEL if I keep on it past 120 MPH, we'll see after Ford gets my car sorted.



10:15 into the video he states that he’s getting a new calibration that should drop the 0-60 from 3.1 to 2.7 or 2.8. Sounded like it came from Ford.

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yea, I won't say were I heard it from, but it was a good source that we all would trust :) you don't necessarily need more peak power to be quicker/faster.... the launch and how the boost comes in can make a big difference. I haven't dyno'd the car yet, but given the power to weight, it should be a bit quicker, initial tests show it's about the same as my Huracan after the launch, which is ~200 pounds heavier with 45 less HP. Maybe my car isn't happy overall since it does throw a CEL if I keep on it past 120 MPH, we'll see after Ford gets my car sorted.

Great to hear Brooks. Hopefully all the kinks will be worked out by the time I get mine. That’s one of the benefits of being last I suppose. Lol


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Everyone I know who has driven the 720 goes batsh$t over it. In fact, I am not sure I have seen a car get the accolades that one gets. It is likely too early to say, but I'd be interested in how it compares to the NFGT
 

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Everyone I know who has driven the 720 goes batsh$t over it. In fact, I am not sure I have seen a car get the accolades that one gets. It is likely too early to say, but I'd be interested in how it compares to the NFGT

Faster in a straight line, but looks like an extruded turd.
 

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Nice.. after seeing your car in Chips car the yellow and black is really growing on me..brings me back to my Iowa Hawkeye days!!
 

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Nice pic.... after seeing your car and Chips car the yellow and black is really growing on me..brings me back to my Iowa Hawkeye days!!