Ingalls Stiffy engine torque damper anyone?
05-04-2006, 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by PixelHarmony
So what's the overall damage due to the torque on the engine? I'd figure if there was some performance benefit then it would be worthwhile (or maybe for engine bling). However if the damage through engine torque doesn't start affecting the performance of the vehicle in a bad way past 80k miles I probably won't need it bc most likely I'll part with the TSX by then.
05-04-2006, 09:20 AM
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Originally Posted by xizor
the only downside I know of is that the damper will transmit more engine vibration into the chasis/cabin
05-04-2006, 11:40 AM
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There is also the issue of efficiency. When the engine torques against its mounts by using the transmission/half shafts as a fulcrum, the mounts absorb excess energy that could otherwise be dissipated through the wheels and accelerate the car faster. Just like underdrive pulleys, this sort of mod doesn't help the engine create any excess energy, but it does help what energy it is creating end up where you want it to go (the wheels).
05-04-2006, 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by rmpage
There is also the issue of efficiency. When the engine torques against its mounts by using the transmission/half shafts as a fulcrum, the mounts absorb excess energy that could otherwise be dissipated through the wheels and accelerate the car faster. Just like underdrive pulleys, this sort of mod doesn't help the engine create any excess energy, but it does help what energy it is creating end up where you want it to go (the wheels).
05-04-2006, 12:32 PM
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what the function of the stiffy is to reduce/ eliminate wheel hop, and in the TSX as well as rsx-s eliminating wheel hop will transform in a better launch, causeing better 1/4 times. with the stiffy it will just spin the tires, not hop them, so you will basically do a burn out rather then wheel hopping...... had a friend that had it in his rsx-s, but the only downside was that his squeeked over bumps, i am not sure if all were like that or just his, but it eliminated wheelhop completely.... i think its a worthwhile mod. and yes it does produce viabration, but only at low rpm > 1500 rpmish.....
and CCC i don't think there is a full stiffness setting, they all come with the same setting, non adjustable....
and CCC i don't think there is a full stiffness setting, they all come with the same setting, non adjustable....
05-04-2006, 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by JTso
I have to remove my Cusco type 2 lower brace because the header flex pipe would hit it if I launch hard. There is ~ 1/2" clearance between the two. It's just an example of how much the motor moves under certain condition. I'm hoping the ETD would manage the engine movement better.
05-04-2006, 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by PixelHarmony
Wow, that's a lot of movement... is that header gap reduced because of your aftermarket header (DC?)
05-04-2006, 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by NightHawk CL9
what the function of the stiffy is to reduce/ eliminate wheel hop, and in the TSX as well as rsx-s eliminating wheel hop will transform in a better launch, causeing better 1/4 times. with the stiffy it will just spin the tires, not hop them, so you will basically do a burn out rather then wheel hopping...... had a friend that had it in his rsx-s, but the only downside was that his squeeked over bumps, i am not sure if all were like that or just his, but it eliminated wheelhop completely.... i think its a worthwhile mod. and yes it does produce viabration, but only at low rpm > 1500 rpmish.....
and CCC i don't think there is a full stiffness setting, they all come with the same setting, non adjustable....
and CCC i don't think there is a full stiffness setting, they all come with the same setting, non adjustable....
Function over Comfort
I had motor mounts in my Integra. You get use to the added vibration. Loose change and etc.. will be vibrating
05-21-2006, 09:48 PM
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any news on this.
06-01-2006, 01:28 AM
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I would do it but I am way to far away. If they would send me one I would test fit for them that way but thats the only way I can do it.
06-03-2006, 02:18 PM
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The problem is there isn't a mounting system for the TSX. The AC lines, ABS motor, brake lines, strut bar, and power steering hose are all potential issues. However, I'm in the process of making a set of custom brackets to address those issues as well as aftermarket strut bars. I have proposed the idea to Ingalls to see if they are interested. If not, does anyone know the process of transferring preliminary design to production? The ETD unit itself is not a problem as there are universal units out there.
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