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VTEC ? Define...
From reading threads I am starting to think that VTEC is a mode of operation for the Honda engine, not just the name of an engine. (Cadillac calls their V8's "Northstar".)
Could someone explain what VTEC is? Is it some special boost to the engine?
- Woody
Could someone explain what VTEC is? Is it some special boost to the engine?
- Woody
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Originally Posted by Woody
From reading threads I am starting to think that VTEC is a mode of operation for the Honda engine, not just the name of an engine. (Cadillac calls their V8's "Northstar".)
Could someone explain what VTEC is? Is it some special boost to the engine?
- Woody
Could someone explain what VTEC is? Is it some special boost to the engine?
- Woody
The sound is magnificant, probably the best sounding cars stock...well unless you could the G35 coupe...that exhaust is also soooo sweeeet!!!
So anyways, VTEC is just there for added boost.
later.
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It's nice to know he described the sound.....how about what it actually does.
http://members.cox.net/revlimit/vtec.html
http://members.cox.net/revlimit/vtec.html
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VTEC is Honda's version of variable cam timing. It stands for Variable Time and Electronic lift Control. Basically at a pre-destined point in the power band, the cam will switch and follow over to a more aggressive profile. On the Type-S, there's also a dual stage intake mainfold that comes into play. Anyway, if you saw a dyno graph, you'd notice a power hike at around 4500 RPM. The only draw back is that Honda's VTEC is very peaky as compared to other manufacturers' variable cam timing systems (Nissan, BMW, Lexus, etc). There's a very short over veiw of VTEC, now go drive it like you stole it!
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Originally Posted by sc354
You can think of VTEC as a cheaper version of Turbo on Honda cars.
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Ummm not really, Turbo is a totaly different thing than VTEC... VTEC in simply english language is just allowing you to burn more gas and make it go faster...
Turbo is some other stuff...don't want to get into details of that.
Have you ever heard of anyone say how much psi of VTEC are you running on? I don't think so...
Just want to clear somethings out.
Yeah what VTEC Does is letting you use your gas flow all the way. It's a thing that it'll happen by it self when it's in high RPM.
Yeah... and VVT-I and HEMI are actual functions in a car too and other names, but i can't think of right now.
I really don't suggest you try VTEC, becuz you'll get hooked on it just like me =) damn... i which gas was cheaper...
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Originally Posted by TLSAnthracite
I really don't suggest you try VTEC, becuz you'll get hooked on it just like me =) damn... i which gas was cheaper...
us Californians can't afford to be VTEC'in all the time, gas prices are ludacris
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once when i had my blow off valve on my car, i was passing through the mall, and i shif and my blow off valves makes a noise, and some retarded kid yells, O SH!T HE GOT VTEC. i laughed so hard at that kids ass for like 10 min straight.
Got boost? i do :p
Got boost? i do :p
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Originally Posted by Mazda_mx6_turbo
once when i had my blow off valve on my car, i was passing through the mall, and i shif and my blow off valves makes a noise, and some retarded kid yells, O SH!T HE GOT VTEC. i laughed so hard at that kids ass for like 10 min straight.
Got boost? i do :p
Got boost? i do :p
:worship: :worship: :worship:
Wish they come out with the turbos (bolt on) for the TLs soon..
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two different guys on the "other" acura board are building 2 different kinds of turbo set ups for there cl-s six speeds, can't remember but both them are in those kits like 7K, but there doing a lot of RD if i recall
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Variable Valve Timing with Electronic Lift Control = VTEC
If you pulled out your cams they actually have two sets of lobes as compared to just one in non-vtec cars. When you hit the designated RPM for VTEC to engage the engine will electronically shift, based on oil pressure, to the secondary, and more agressive, set of lobes giving you more power/ better throttle response.
I have built a few Honda engines, all of which were B-series so I am not sure what the differences are with the new iVTEC in the RSX or HO (High Output) VTEC that we have......
HTH,
Mike
If you pulled out your cams they actually have two sets of lobes as compared to just one in non-vtec cars. When you hit the designated RPM for VTEC to engage the engine will electronically shift, based on oil pressure, to the secondary, and more agressive, set of lobes giving you more power/ better throttle response.
I have built a few Honda engines, all of which were B-series so I am not sure what the differences are with the new iVTEC in the RSX or HO (High Output) VTEC that we have......
HTH,
Mike
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Originally Posted by TLSAnthracite
:worship: :worship: :worship:
Wish they come out with the turbos (bolt on) for the TLs soon..
Wish they come out with the turbos (bolt on) for the TLs soon..
P.S. Good luck with a Turbo on our POS trannies.
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A TL is NOT a race car..and plus, a supercharger is good enough for me. For you boost junkies out there..instead of buying a TL..go buy a STI or Evo.
P.S. Good luck with a Turbo on our POS trannies.
P.S. Good luck with a Turbo on our POS trannies.
ok... your pretty negative... fyi, i got mine on Jan 03 no evo or sti yet... and if TL isn't a race car, what is?? i don't see anyone supercharging a Camry....
The TL is the best four door race car that come with leather, yeah!
and of course around $30k. really can't beat that...
I LOVE MY TL
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Originally Posted by TLSAnthracite
ok... your pretty negative... fyi, i got mine on Jan 03 no evo or sti yet... and if TL isn't a race car, what is?? i don't see anyone supercharging a Camry....
The TL is the best four door race car that come with leather, yeah!
and of course around $30k. really can't beat that...
I LOVE MY TL
The TL is the best four door race car that come with leather, yeah!
and of course around $30k. really can't beat that...
I LOVE MY TL
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Originally Posted by TLSAnthracite
... and if TL isn't a race car, what is?? i don't see anyone supercharging a Camry....
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I LOVE MY TL
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I LOVE MY TL
Oh really??? how about the supercharged Camry Solara from TRD that was available.
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Originally Posted by FidizzyTypeS
Oh really??? how about the supercharged Camry Solara from TRD that was available.
When saying Camry it's assumed it's 4 door. Just like when saying Corolla, you don't assume it's the matrix.
And yes the TRD S/C is avaible, but i don't think the Solara is 4 doors, right?
Plus more people Mod their TL than the Solara.
TL kills :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: !!
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