RPI ram and heat
03-20-2009, 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by pointerman' post='822100' date='Mar 20 2009, 08:42 AM
Not really, but I'd have to say a claim of driving around in 140 degrees would make me question what planet he drove the car on. 
My research shows the hottest temp in the US happened in 1913 and a mere 134 degrees.
Hottest temp recorded on the planet was in in Libya in 1922 and was 136 degrees.
Sarcasm aside, the car has no temp gauge, so blocking off part of the radiator makes me nervous. I'll wait a bit for some more real world experience just in case.
My research shows the hottest temp in the US happened in 1913 and a mere 134 degrees.
Hottest temp recorded on the planet was in in Libya in 1922 and was 136 degrees.
Sarcasm aside, the car has no temp gauge, so blocking off part of the radiator makes me nervous. I'll wait a bit for some more real world experience just in case.
i didnt say the weather was the cause of the temp, try engine as well as outside temp
03-20-2009, 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by pointerman' post='822181' date='Mar 20 2009, 10:18 AM
To be very clear. I purchased the RPI exhaust and can't wait for it to arrive. Not sure why anyone might be thinking I am anti RPI or anything. They seem to be an excellent company.
On that note, is there a way to modify the title of a thread you started?
On that note, is there a way to modify the title of a thread you started?
03-20-2009, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='822191' date='Mar 20 2009, 01:25 PM
You can only edit your post within an hour of the actual post. After that, you'd have to PM one of the Mods or Admins to revise it.
03-20-2009, 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by pointerman' post='822181' date='Mar 20 2009, 10:18 AM
To be very clear. I purchased the RPI exhaust and can't wait for it to arrive. Not sure why anyone might be thinking I am anti RPI or anything. They seem to be an excellent company.
On that note, is there a way to modify the title of a thread you started?
On that note, is there a way to modify the title of a thread you started?
It does seem a number of members are on their period this week tho...
GL with your scoop and exhaust, enjoy
03-20-2009, 09:40 AM
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we have about the same temperature here in Lahore but the scoop works fine
03-20-2009, 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='822200' date='Mar 20 2009, 10:28 AM
It does seem a number of members are on their period this week tho...
03-20-2009, 09:47 AM
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Its a valid question so the guy shouldnt be bashed for it. The radiator has a shroud which its sole purpose is to draw air through out the radiator surface evenly when the fan is on. As long as the shroud is not modified (some people do it to install/fit aftermarket components), you will be fine with the scoop. Water is also not an issue as we washed a car with the engine running and blasted water through the front grills.
03-20-2009, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by pointerman' post='822100' date='Mar 20 2009, 08:42 AM
Not really, but I'd have to say a claim of driving around in 140 degrees would make me question what planet he drove the car on.
My research shows the hottest temp in the US happened in 1913 and a mere 134 degrees.
Hottest temp recorded on the planet was in in Libya in 1922 and was 136 degrees.
Sarcasm aside, the car has no temp gauge, so blocking off part of the radiator makes me nervous. I'll wait a bit for some more real world experience just in case.
My research shows the hottest temp in the US happened in 1913 and a mere 134 degrees.
Hottest temp recorded on the planet was in in Libya in 1922 and was 136 degrees.
Sarcasm aside, the car has no temp gauge, so blocking off part of the radiator makes me nervous. I'll wait a bit for some more real world experience just in case.
sorry about the confusion. Track temp was 140 and ambient temp was about 108.
03-20-2009, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by miguex' post='822110' date='Mar 20 2009, 10:51 AM
Well, RPI guys are defending themselves in this thread again... RPI is not perfect! there are disadvantages like everyone even DINAN, etc...
Manufacturers vs customers.....
just so wrong.
Manufacturers vs customers.....
just so wrong.
03-20-2009, 10:01 AM
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Who are you referring to as RPI guys? Only RPIpower (Eloy) replied stating facts about the scoops so I'm not sure what you mean by RPI is not perfect. Well, no one is but just curious why you pointed that out.
There are M5 owners using RPI scoops in Texas and Vegas without any reported problems and I'm sure those places are generally hotter than most places in CA.
There are M5 owners using RPI scoops in Texas and Vegas without any reported problems and I'm sure those places are generally hotter than most places in CA.
Originally Posted by pointerman' post='822181' date='Mar 20 2009, 10:18 AM
To be very clear. I purchased the RPI exhaust and can't wait for it to arrive. Not sure why anyone might be thinking I am anti RPI or anything. They seem to be an excellent company.
On that note, is there a way to modify the title of a thread you started?
On that note, is there a way to modify the title of a thread you started?