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Old Aug 31, 2013 | 12:41 AM
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Looks great but, the feeling of cheeks pressed back and stomach in throat acceleration from a 635hp / 660lbs/ft RENNtech GL63 tune is intoxicating
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Old Aug 31, 2013 | 08:40 AM
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A couple of fast cars.
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Derek, can you provide us with some long term updates?
Pretty straightforward. No issues.
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Looks great but, the feeling of cheeks pressed back and stomach in throat acceleration from a 635hp / 660lbs/ft RENNtech GL63 tune is intoxicating
Hmmmmm...pretty nice humble brag.

Feels great, the extra 30k plus in my bank. Lol.
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Old Aug 31, 2013 | 04:48 PM
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Thanks. Also did you ever get the car dynoed for some real HP numbers?
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Thanks. Also did you ever get the car dynoed for some real HP numbers?
Butt dyno.
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I have 2007 GL 450 how much boost will i get ? And how it can effect transmission and engine?
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I have 2007 GL 450 how much boost will i get ? And how it can effect transmission and engine?
You get no boost. The X164 GL450 has a naturally aspirated engine.
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You get no boost. The X164 GL450 has a naturally aspirated engine.
I believe he meant boost of the HP number, not turbo boost. I have the same vehicle, so Derek, would we feel a difference with your tune? What numbers would we expect?
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