raced chevy SS truck

Post by **HIGHLIFE1** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

i was coming back from blockbuster a couple of nights ago after picin up some movies to watch, just chillin drivin slow having fun just crusin. i hit a stop light and a truck pulls up next to me, so i look over and don't think anything about it. i guess this guy saw my exaust and pods and thought to himself "stupid rice boy better teach him a lesson" i took off normal like i always do hitting about 3g before shifting to second. about the time i hit second this dude starts pullin on me, so i think right on, time to school a truck. needless to say i was very surprised when the truck was running parrell to me. so i'm looking over trying to figure out just what kind of truck this is when i see SS now i don't know what kind of motor he had in it..if i was to guess i'd say the supercharged V-6 and not the supercharged 454. the 454 would have killed me easy. i could hear his supercharger whining so i know it had that. it was a good race got up to about 85 runnin side by side before i called it quits and slowed down. i would like to think that he was surprised that a "ricer" could hang with his SS. i bet he won't under estimate a 240 again. i'm only boostin 5 psi too. not a kill, not a loss, but still fun none the less.

J:ylsuper

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

The Silverado SS is a 6.0L Vortec V-8 that makes 345hp and 380ft/lb and weighs 5013lbs. I am sure that he was probably impressed that you were able to keep up with him. Lets not kid ourselves, he has probably bought into that savy marketing of the American automakers that his truck has more power than most and thus he rules the road. I would have loved to see that race again from a dead stop. I am impressed that you can hang with him. Lets not kid ourselves we all know that 240's rock.

Post by **Mr1der** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

bah, those trucks kinda suck in comparison to the Lightning and SRT-10 anyhow...

perhaps you should try a Syclone next time:D

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Or Typhoon

Post by **themadscientist** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Highlife I just wanted to give you a bag of "G"s

Post by **Rex** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Cold_Zero wrote:Or Typhoon

... in the rain, now that's scary fast.

Post by **BB Turbo** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Does your handle have anything to do with one of my all time favorite dj, Hybrid? Or are you just a pot smoker?:bonghit :smoker :pimp

Post by **UncleBen** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Typhoons and Cyclones are so amazing.

Post by **Former_240_s14** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

nice story and honest too, don't see that very often, lol

Rubin

Post by **PROJECTRB240SX** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

THERE IS A GUY HERE IN ARIZONA THATS RUNNING A 2002 CUSTOM SS, HE HAS A 700HP LS1 SC. THE TRUCK, LAST TIME I SAW IT, RAN A 10.8 ON STREET TIRES.

Post by **Altiman94** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

I've seen one cyclone in my lifetime. Black and it was for sale. He wanted like 15k for it. It was parked at a golf course and I saw it while coming off the 18th hole.

Post by **Nismo_Freak** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

There are a good number of Syclone's here in Austin... one of them is exceptionally fast (single digits?)

Post by **Mr1der** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

I've only seen a Typhoon once, it was on a car hauler with an NSX, and couple high end Benzs and BMW's and a yellow crx....

Post by **TachyonS14** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

I'm spoiled, my good friend owns a Typhoon and yes they are super quick. A mutal friend of ours in an LS integra with I/H/E and body kit wanted to race him.... The Typhoon killed the teg by like 10 cars lol. The race was from a stop btw, thats why it was such a killing. Also, my friend with the Typhoon is looking into getting an SS, don't know why.

Post by **Nebraska240sx** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

ive never seen either of em typhoon or cyclone, but my bravada hauls some serious ***, Mid -13's in the 1/4 (g-tech pro, not at strip yet) 4.3 vortech with a vortech sq-2 supercharger, and goodies, (ic bov, exahust)

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

What I have found interesting about the Typhoon and Syclone is the fact that the redline is 4800rpm. I assume the engine is setup to make a lot of torque.

Post by **Simmsled** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Hey Bud, there is a red Typhoon that I always see at the new Lowes behind Regal Cinema in Westfield. If you ever go by there on a weekend, I bet you would see it. Seems to be in nice condition. I love the Syclone and the Typhoon. So sweet. My dad would talk about them often when i was younger and he had his Turbo Regal.

Post by **HIGHLIFE1** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

i think that the syclone has twin turbos on a 4.3 V-6 and AWD, don't quote me on the engine not totally sure on the engine size. i think i read some where that they run low 14's stock from the factory. i wouldn't mind having one of those puppies but the price is just a bit high for me. it would be an awesome stoplight to stop light racer.

J

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Just found this:

Engine Data TYPHOON/SYCLONE Capacity/ configuration/ cylinders Turbocharged/intercooled 4.3L V6 Cubic inch displacement 262 Bore and stroke, in. 4.0 x 3.48 Compression ratio 8.35:1 Fuel management Multiport electronic fuel injection Turbocharger Mitsubishi TDO-6 Maximum Boost 14.0 psi SAE net horsepower, @ RPM 280 @ 4200 SAE net torque (lb-ft) @ RPM 350 @ 3600 Redline 4800 rpm

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

They said that the Syclone runs 13.8 in the 1/4mi and the Typhoon (with 200 more pounds) runs 14.1.

Post by **HIGHLIFE1** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

still fast for a stock truck

J

Post by **Mr1der** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

uh huh, just to a simple turbo upgrade and totally kick ***, it's alot easier to get those suckers faster then a new lightning...

and they just look so cool with the groud fx and all.

still don't think I'd want one in snow even with the AWD

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Why not?

Post by **Mr1der** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

I dunno, Chevy truck and snow just don't sound like they mix regardless...

it probably does alright though, anyone know if they were offered with a 5 speed?

Post by **Cold_Zero** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

Strictly automatic. They would have been wicked with a 5spd.

Post by **Megaseth** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

i saw one at Vista Ridge mall a while back. i was shocked cause i've never seen one of chevy's/GMC special trucks, just those pansyass Extremes. i was freaking out and my mom was all "what, its just a boxy looking truck" i had to explain to her what they were and why they were so cool.

Post by **Mr1der** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

had to have your mom drop you off at the mall huh? bwhahhahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

ahem, sorry, just thought I'd be an ***

I've seen a few Syclones around here, neat trucks, I still prefer the Typhoon for the reason I just really liked the blazers...

Post by **Megaseth** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

yes, yes she did. thanks for embarrassing me infront of all these people...:sad

Post by **kevy8up** » Mon Jan 19, 2004 7:10 pm

lmfao

raced chevy SS truck

raced chevy SS truck

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