Welcome to the IHoP v.2

[dem beats 1,223]

[dem beats 1,223]

I remember reading a few pages back someone making a recommendation for an engine builder.

I wanted to thank you, but I can't find the post. If you could comment again it would be nice. I'm having trouble finding out what I should look for or expect. Originally I thought I would have to use boost to achieve 600+ HP on something that would be a DD. Maybe I am wrong?

With the 2 valve being a bit better at producing tq I thought I would stick with that, but I am learning that if I plan of using boost of some kind I should plan to build the internals differently, correct? Different compression ratio?

Truck websites are Fucking horrible and off-road or performance websites are either bullshit or trying to make 1500 go mudders/racecars. It's like there is no where with information, just a bunch of horse shit.

[Adrian_D 520]

I know. Just telling you the niche I appreciate.

 

I would have killed for something cheap, small and powerful. If the Mmats won't fit the bill, I'll start shopping. 

[Adrian_D 520]

Matt, or Quentin, how strong is the Leek Composite? Most extreme thing I'd try with it is cutting open a tin can. 

[Adrian_D 520]

Thinking about using it as an EDC and a camping knife. 

[Adrian_D 520]

[Adrian_D 520]

Different style compared to their usual psychedelic repertoire but bass-heavy nonetheless

[Quentin Jarrell 671]

Matt, or Quentin, how strong is the Leek Composite? Most extreme thing I'd try with it is cutting open a tin can.

Tip is fragile bc its pointy. I've never broken one though. It stays sharper but it rusts pretty bad. Have to clean it weekly.

[ssh 924]

I remember reading a few pages back someone making a recommendation for an engine builder.

I wanted to thank you, but I can't find the post. If you could comment again it would be nice. I'm having trouble finding out what I should look for or expect. Originally I thought I would have to use boost to achieve 600+ HP on something that would be a DD. Maybe I am wrong?

With the 2 valve being a bit better at producing tq I thought I would stick with that, but I am learning that if I plan of using boost of some kind I should plan to build the internals differently, correct? Different compression ratio?

Truck websites are Fucking horrible and off-road or performance websites are either bullshit or trying to make 1500 go mudders/racecars. It's like there is no where with information, just a bunch of horse shit.

 

I think that was Swift.

[ssh 924]

Matt, http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/forum/topic/58022-welcome-to-the-ihop-v2/page-755#entry1008929

[ssh 924]

Decided to try weighted chins today after not doing them for a while. Went from 7rm 50lbs to 5rm 30lbs. Hopefully I'll get it back quick.

[dem beats 1,223]

Matt, or Quentin, how strong is the Leek Composite? Most extreme thing I'd try with it is cutting open a tin can.

I LOVE benchmade.

Maybe the best knife brand in general. Better on their value priced stuff than spiderco and other offerings.

Edited July 15, 2013 by dem beats

[Penguin4x4 1,761]

IT'S A GIRL

[Penguin4x4 1,761]

Not so sure the BIL is entirely thrilled by the announcement, however

[gprestonmoto 89]

Congrats on the girl man!

 

Is it just me or is it weird that people question our new amp supplier about a lot of things, people agree, and I ask about their prices and people get a good grip on their balls and start swinging. Give me a break. People pay for quality and reputation. If i don't know who you are, I'm not shelling out the money I do for companies I trust.

[Tirefryr 1,742]

I remember reading a few pages back someone making a recommendation for an engine builder.

I wanted to thank you, but I can't find the post. If you could comment again it would be nice. I'm having trouble finding out what I should look for or expect. Originally I thought I would have to use boost to achieve 600+ HP on something that would be a DD. Maybe I am wrong?

With the 2 valve being a bit better at producing tq I thought I would stick with that, but I am learning that if I plan of using boost of some kind I should plan to build the internals differently, correct? Different compression ratio?

Truck websites are Fucking horrible and off-road or performance websites are either bullshit or trying to make 1500 go mudders/racecars. It's like there is no where with information, just a bunch of horse shit.

 

MMR

 

You're going to want forged internals for everything.  If you are not on a budget, get the Trick Flow heads.  Talk to Nick McKinney at the Modular head shop.  He REALLY knows the valvetrain on the mods.  Probably the bext out there.  If you really want to get nutty, get a Navigator and do the DOHC swap and boost that.  PErsonally, I think you're throwing money away, but it's your money, so if you want to blow it.. . . . . . .   I would build the chassis and brakes first, then the drivetrain and the motor and boost would be last on the list.

[Tirefryr 1,742]

I'm not too keen on MMR either, but they work and are priced fairly and have many payment options.

[dem beats 1,223]

Matt, http://www.soundsolutionsaudio.com/forum/topic/58022-welcome-to-the-ihop-v2/page-755#entry1008929

Thanks for finding that!

And thank you swift. I bookmarked so I can look at it later.

[Godsmack 361]

 

 

 

 

The new amp vendor looks promising as they are honest. No Sundown hate....Skar still sucks.

It takes nothing but capital to order product from Asia. No knowledge, no defined niche to fill, no product differentiation. Just money and the ability to order from a menu.

That's the truth...nobody does anything special.

If SSA decides to introduce Amps that could be something special.

J

I've decided, but to do something special in the direction I want to go, is soooooo damn $$$.

I think you should just make some ultra nonsense premium amps. Like over the top premium.

even if you some how came out with amps that were 200% efficent the masses still would be like "$1200 for a 2500 watt amp nah way man"

  

Quite possibly. That's why you make a small rn and let those who want it get it and see where the money went. Considering most of those who would be interested can remember dollar per watt being the going rate for a decent amp.

Knowing what are the options, they will be special. But you can't beat Korea for raw power.

Raw power is great if the amps are consistent in build quality. Korea has yet to master that.I'll take a slightly higher price for a better made product.J

Korea has mastered that more than ANY other country. Their production is top fucking notch. Of course that does not mean that you can't find a shitty build house there. Some people had to get fired from Samsung.

They may have mastered the production of electronics, but I would take Japan for design, quality control, and a better value for the dollar.

American made typically has a higher cost and some companies still have production and design issues, but I believe if given a chance American made products could be built just as well or better for a comparable price.

J

[Godsmack 361]

:bananaDance::bananaDance:

:bananaDance::bananaDance:

IT'S A GIRL

:bananaDance::bananaDance::bananaDance::bananaDance::bananaDance:

Congrats man!!!

J

[Quentin Jarrell 671]

The only reason US made products are more expensive is due to the margin. Yea the Koreans and Chinese and the US make amps. But they all buy their transistors from Taiwan. Or their copper from Africa, ect. Now the African copper miners don't charge china $1 a pound and the US $3. They have a price set and who ever buys, buys.

Even after you factor in Labor costs. Sonovox is capable of pumping out 10,000 units of various product a day. Even if the factory employs 500 people that no where near justifies double or triple the cost of US product. If each worker made $400 a day it would only add a few bucks to each product.

[Godsmack 361]

The only reason US made products are more expensive is due to the margin. Yea the Koreans and Chinese and the US make amps. But they all buy their transistors from Taiwan. Or their copper from Africa, ect. Now the African copper miners don't charge china $1 a pound and the US $3. They have a price set and who ever buys, buys.

Even after you factor in Labor costs. Sonovox is capable of pumping out 10,000 units of various product a day. Even if the factory employs 500 people that no where near justifies double or triple the cost of US product. If each worker made $400 a day it would only add a few bucks to each product.

Not just the margin but the accessibility of parts, and cost to being them in. Add in building costs for factories, and the costs associated with running said factory in comparison and that shrinks the profit margin even more.

I am just saying that for me, I am willing to spend some more hard earned money on an American product, as long as I know that it is well made, and it fits my needs or wants.

J

[///M5 2,833]

They may have mastered the production of electronics, but I would take Japan for design, quality control, and a better value for the dollar.

American made typically has a higher cost and some companies still have production and design issues, but I believe if given a chance American made products could be built just as well or better for a comparable price.

Err, not true on any account.

I'd take the Koreans over the Japanese on ALL of your list.

The Japanese also have BY FAR the highest cost, not the Americans. The only problem with American made stuff is that our people are so fucking lazy that the build cost gets all fucked up.

[///M5 2,833]

The only reason US made products are more expensive is due to the margin. Yea the Koreans and Chinese and the US make amps. But they all buy their transistors from Taiwan. Or their copper from Africa, ect. Now the African copper miners don't charge china $1 a pound and the US $3. They have a price set and who ever buys, buys.

Even after you factor in Labor costs. Sonovox is capable of pumping out 10,000 units of various product a day. Even if the factory employs 500 people that no where near justifies double or triple the cost of US product. If each worker made $400 a day it would only add a few bucks to each product.

Not just the margin but the accessibility of parts, and cost to being them in. Add in building costs for factories, and the costs associated with running said factory in comparison and that shrinks the profit margin even more.

I am just saying that for me, I am willing to spend some more hard earned money on an American product, as long as I know that it is well made, and it fits my needs or wants.

J

J, there are none. American products are 90% if not more filled with things from other countries. What you should buy is the best product for your needs for the money you have. Companies then need to react to this. If they don't, they don't deserve to survive. Natural selection will always exist in the business world. IMO the things worth paying for our the ones that don't take advantage labor wise of developing countries. Not saying I am against cheap labor. I sure the fuck don't want to do it.

[///M5 2,833]

Outside of tradeswork, there are really no more American products.