Originally Posted by
Mkazm83
First of all, this was meant to be an overview. You tried to promote the core competacies of the SH to make it seem superior. I simply gave alternatives. Just because you do your own work, does not mean everyone else does. Just because you don't like the OEM kit (You're in the minority) does not mean the OP does not like it. How did you arrive at the conclusion that most Base owners don't have the kit? That has to be the most foolish generalization I've heard on this forum. I did say all things being equal about straight line performance didn't it? Yes, I did, and yes, that does take weight into consideration. The weight difference between the wheels is minor, about one pound. And finally, regarding the LSD, ever hear of Qualife? I know you're going to cry that its aftermarket, and that its expensive to install (Hey, maybe I do my own work as well). One thing I did not read, is you arguing the LSD supremacy compared to the ATTS unit. I'm glad we agree on at least one thing.
I agree with you, that it was meant to be an overview, but from what I've been reading on these forums, alot of people seem to downplay the advantages of the SH by saying it's too expensive, and then proceed to say that the base is a better choice. It's not by any means.
First, I do all my own work, and I know MOST members do not, however I stated that the difference in a clutch job is no more than $100-200 more expensive than the base... So regardless of whether I do my own work, your point that the SH is more expensive is weak. Is $100 to $200 over the course of 3-5 years that much more expensive?? I don't think so...
Second, if I'm in the minority about the kit, then why have I NEVER seen one?
EVERY base model I've ever seen had NO kit, so go figure. Besides, I'd rather have the better model WITH the side-skirts than a base with wanna-be SH side-skirts.
Third, the amount of weight here is so minute that the difference in acceleration times would be impossible to compare. It comes down to driver at this point, because the difference in reaction time alone would be enough to offset the apparent increase in acceleration of the base model.
Same thing for your wheel comparison.
Finally, your idea about the quaife is unfounded. It is aftermarket, expensive to buy and install, so there is no comparison.
The ATTS is better than an LSD for many reasons. The only thing LSD has over the ATTS is that it can handle extra power, whereas the ATTS cannot.
In the end, the bottom line is the SH is better in every way, as I've shown.
Stop hating
