Question for all the engine builders, weekend racers, shade tree mechanics and long time wrench heads; Would a 75hp shot of the juice on a bone stock 16v, VVT, modern 4-banger mean an early and ugly death for the motor? It wouldn't be engaged all the time. I'm thinking a Zex system that is throttle activated with a fuel management system. It's adjustable from 75-150 hp and in the interest of engine longevity I'd opt for the lowest setting.
Am I nuts? I'm thinking about this for those track days when I clear the apex on the 18 degree back turn and mash the throttle but can only get up to around 110 mph before I have to brake for the infield turn. I'd probably also make a run or two at a local drag strip just for fun
. The cruel fact is though that this car is my daily driver and has to get me back and forth to work every day for the next 3 or 4 years. Am I nuts or can this be installed and used sparingly without severly shortening the life of the motor?
Am I nuts? I'm thinking about this for those track days when I clear the apex on the 18 degree back turn and mash the throttle but can only get up to around 110 mph before I have to brake for the infield turn. I'd probably also make a run or two at a local drag strip just for fun