Newbie here...!
I just got this 2004 Malibu, I know not a Cavi but sure most would apply the same and I am sure we both share the excitement of spirited driving of our Chevs.
I am just starting to play around a little and Mod a bit. I have installed a Weapon R intake and have a PS 4 to 1 coated header, Dynatech free flow converter and Magnaflow Street Per. muffler waiting for me to install them.
Anyhow my question, when doing spirited driving (often) is it bad to allow the engine to turn up until the transmission changes gear. This is approx. 6300 ish. Is this RPM too high for this engine's stock internals especially valve train?
On a different note the Weapon R intake sounds awesome, gains I can not really tell if there is much for gains. The sound of the engine especially above 5,000 sure makes it seem like there would be gains. I look forward to feeling the difference after installing the above mentioned.
Well all I have I have visited this site a few times and have found it informattive and look forward to becoming a regular after some acquainting.
No the redline is set around 6250 for a reason, GM has tested the engine to be reliable up to that point. So its perfectly safe for you to take your engine to that point.
true but its not something you should be doing all the time
[quote=ßãggéÐÇåv98 (Ûñqùðtäߣè Øñé)]true but its not something you should be doing all the time
I disagree... my redline is seen more often then the normal areas
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QBE (The Boosted One) wrote:
I disagree... my redline is seen more often then the normal areas
thats not exactly something to be proud of.
-Borsty
QBE (The Boosted One) wrote:[quote=ßãggéÐÇåv98 (Ûñqùðtäߣè Øñé)]true but its not something you should be doing all the time
I disagree... my redline is seen more often then the normal areas
wow never thought me and phill would have something in common with out cars. lol
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/827643
boost will be soon for me....
redline is is 6450
i wouldnt hold redline in 1st going down the freeway , lol
but up to redline then shifting isnt to bad on the motor
