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Horse Power Question?

#1 Post by EntenmannRacing » Sat Aug 14, 2010 2:12 pm

I can't remember How many horses 10 zip-ties worth. I kinda remenber the rule of thumb 5 hp added for every 10 zip-ties on the car.. :lol:

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#2 Post by supernova » Sat Aug 14, 2010 3:00 pm

What if you have 75 lb or 125 lb test zip ties? does the power level go up or is it just the # of ties that count? :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
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#3 Post by EntenmannRacing » Sat Aug 14, 2010 8:56 pm

If it's just by count, John Force better watch his back , we're comming for him!! :smt005

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#4 Post by Moparious Maximus » Wed Aug 18, 2010 12:45 pm

I think they are worth even more power if you dont clip the tails off. :lol:
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#5 Post by 427belair » Wed Aug 18, 2010 12:58 pm

I have the kind they use to bound rioters. I think they are worth 2x. Incase your wondering I have zip tied someone up and they couldnt get free. :thumb:

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#6 Post by Bruce69Camaro » Wed Aug 18, 2010 1:57 pm

I think you can get extra ponies if you use the chrome ties.

Smooth finish = less wind drag = extra ponies

Might have to wear sun glasses because of all the shine...... :smt005

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