There is a time and a place for everything, be responsible but have some fun!
top speed?
I shouldnt be asking, but I think most will explore at some point anyhow...
Anyone tried to find the max mph in thier VT yet? Is there an electronic governor?
I ask only because my last vehicle was a 2004 Ford Ranger 3.0 and it was electronically limited to 92 mph... which was a drag sometimes if you really needed to be somewhere fast. We do a lot of interstate travel around here.
Anyone tried to find the max mph in thier VT yet? Is there an electronic governor?
I ask only because my last vehicle was a 2004 Ford Ranger 3.0 and it was electronically limited to 92 mph... which was a drag sometimes if you really needed to be somewhere fast. We do a lot of interstate travel around here.
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I appreciate the need for speed and the open roads in big sky country.
At Bonneville you have you have EMTs on the scene and a helicopter to fly you to Salt Lake City if you crash. Plus there is nothing to crash in to there.
If you crash at 150+ mph in big sky country it could be an hour before an EMT finds you and several hours before you can get to an emergency room. That's way too long if you have serious injuries.
For the majority of states 20-25 mph over the speed limit is considered reckless driving and you will get arrested and get your car impounded. Then you have 3+ years of super expensive insurance premiums until that rolls off your driving record.
For about $500 you can take your VT to a real race track on a club day and you can legally find out the top speed and have all sorts of fun on the track. That way you have an expert who will make sure your car is safe and EMTs on standby at the track.
At Bonneville you have you have EMTs on the scene and a helicopter to fly you to Salt Lake City if you crash. Plus there is nothing to crash in to there.
If you crash at 150+ mph in big sky country it could be an hour before an EMT finds you and several hours before you can get to an emergency room. That's way too long if you have serious injuries.
For the majority of states 20-25 mph over the speed limit is considered reckless driving and you will get arrested and get your car impounded. Then you have 3+ years of super expensive insurance premiums until that rolls off your driving record.
For about $500 you can take your VT to a real race track on a club day and you can legally find out the top speed and have all sorts of fun on the track. That way you have an expert who will make sure your car is safe and EMTs on standby at the track.
I decided to test this after reading the forum, I hit just over 150mph, like 152. Car seemed to handle just fine. Seemed like I was going slower than it actually said.
And on a closed road of course
And on a closed road of course
WOW, I had no idea the car would be that fast!
Never would have expected it.
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Never would have expected it.
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I am not so much worried with how fast it can go, just worried about how quick I can get there. Has anyone timed their fastest 0-60 mph? I live in SLC so I can go out to the salt flats and go as fast as I would like, just need to go do it.
Fastest 0-60: 2.96sec
Top Speed achieved: 186mph
Top Speed in 1st gear: 103mph
Vehicle of choice: 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10r
Top Speed achieved: 186mph
Top Speed in 1st gear: 103mph
Vehicle of choice: 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10r
Id take a 911 Turbo S myselfFastest 0-60: 2.96sec
Top Speed achieved: 186mph
Top Speed in 1st gear: 103mph
Vehicle of choice: 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10r
try a koinigsegg lol that sounds fun
I personally have gotten it to about 138 until it topped out. Obviously could go a bit faster except the governer kicked in!
I read somewhere that it's limited to 139 mph stock. If you start blowing backwards with your mouth, you can hit 140 mph.
i didnt get through the full post and for some reason thought you were talking about the VT i was going to call BS then i saw the last line lol.Fastest 0-60: 2.96sec
Top Speed achieved: 186mph
Top Speed in 1st gear: 103mph
Vehicle of choice: 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10r
nice to see another utahan join welcome!!!I am not so much worried with how fast it can go, just worried about how quick I can get there. Has anyone timed their fastest 0-60 mph? I live in SLC so I can go out to the salt flats and go as fast as I would like, just need to go do it.
The only vehicle that ever beat me on a track was a 997 stage 3. He could only get past me though from about 140mph+Id take a 911 Turbo S myself
LOLi didnt get through the full post and for some reason thought you were talking about the VT i was going to call BS then i saw the last line lol.
I was originally going to put it in really small lettering, lol.
you would have fool me for a second lol.LOL
I was originally going to put it in really small lettering, lol.
Please stop, I have been in Emergency Medical services, for nearly twenty years, don't worry about about a helmet or a roll cage, you flip this car at 150 and your a memory. There is nothing and EMT, Doctor or God himself can do for you.I have some thoughts about finding the VT's top speed.
First, it is going to need W or Y rated tires. Nitrogen is a given.
Second, it is going to have to be lowered to do above 150. Above 100 speed becomes all about aerodynamics. The VT sits way too high and at 150 there is way too much air underneath it that will cause lift. The rear wing and diffuser is cool and all but it is not on the deck like a Corvette, M3 or 911 that can break 150 by design.
Third, if you aren't going to have a rollcage and a helmet you are going to need an ambulance and a hospital nearby. At 150+ if you roll the VT it won't hold up well and you will need immediate access to EMTs and quick access to a trauma center.
The body didn't respond well to severe deceleration. it comes apart like legos, if your luck enough to survive the high velocity collision which you won't, aortic and spinal chord tear will finish you off for your sake quickly..
I can't even begin to remember how many motor vehicle fatalities I have worked. There is one constant no one survives open road collisions at those speeds without significant safety standards, a helmet, airbag or a seat belt isnt going to do you much good.
Not to mention the damage your irresponsible behavior will cause innocent bystanders.
Fortunately I am immortal, and will be until the day I die!
Please stop, I have been in Emergency Medical services, for nearly twenty years, don't worry about about a helmet or a roll cage, you flip this car at 150 and your a memory. There is nothing and EMT, Doctor or God himself can do for you.
The body didn't respond well to severe deceleration. it comes apart like legos, if your luck enough to survive the high velocity collision which you won't, aortic and spinal chord tear will finish you off for your sake quickly..
I can't even begin to remember how many motor vehicle fatalities I have worked. There is one constant no one survives open road collisions at those speeds without significant safety standards, a helmet, airbag or a seat belt isnt going to do you much good.
Not to mention the damage your irresponsible behavior will cause innocent bystanders.
Can confirm 140mph on the freeway home tonight from the Turbosocks BBQ.
Look I'm not telling you not to do it, just remember that all decisions have consequences, some more pleasant that others.Fortunately I am immortal, and will be until the day I die!
Just a window into the other side, it's no fun explaining to a parent why their child is under a blood soaked sheet/s.
Mods please delete this post. I reposted at end of thread. Thanks
To quote:Please stop, I have been in Emergency Medical services, for nearly twenty years, don't worry about about a helmet or a roll cage, you flip this car at 150 and your a memory. There is nothing and EMT, Doctor or God himself can do for you.
The body didn't respond well to severe deceleration. it comes apart like legos, if your luck enough to survive the high velocity collision which you won't, aortic and spinal chord tear will finish you off for your sake quickly..
I can't even begin to remember how many motor vehicle fatalities I have worked. There is one constant no one survives open road collisions at those speeds without significant safety standards, a helmet, airbag or a seat belt isnt going to do you much good.
Not to mention the damage your irresponsible behavior will cause innocent bystanders.
"Please stop" with all the bleeding heart crap.
The only thing missing is the plea to be sure to wear your helmet and why are you not wearing helmet.
We hear all this same kind of crap in the motorcycle community.
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