Well, my Ruf is going under the knife...
#46
08-24-2006, 12:28 AM
Kevin,
I had a 2001 Ruf RTurbo 520 and the turbos were modified K-16's. I am no expert, however when the work was done (pre Dallas) I was able to closely inspect the difference between my stock k16's and their revised ones. It was quite interesting.
I was told by Ruf in 2003 the 550 used the K24's with similar mods to the turbos as the K-16's on my 520 car, so I would assume if the car has modified K-16's it is a 520 version, not a 550 version. I was planning to upgrade to a 550 on that car, but bought a GT2 instead.
I would be interested if you will continue to use the Ruf intake system (which is also slightly different for the 520 or 550 conversion) and if you will modify the Ruf K-24's, as well. If not I would be interested in buying those parts.
JCM
I had a 2001 Ruf RTurbo 520 and the turbos were modified K-16's. I am no expert, however when the work was done (pre Dallas) I was able to closely inspect the difference between my stock k16's and their revised ones. It was quite interesting.
I was told by Ruf in 2003 the 550 used the K24's with similar mods to the turbos as the K-16's on my 520 car, so I would assume if the car has modified K-16's it is a 520 version, not a 550 version. I was planning to upgrade to a 550 on that car, but bought a GT2 instead.
I would be interested if you will continue to use the Ruf intake system (which is also slightly different for the 520 or 550 conversion) and if you will modify the Ruf K-24's, as well. If not I would be interested in buying those parts.
JCM
#48
08-24-2006, 11:56 AM
Originally Posted by kiko
Well...if the mods are completely and easily reversible then I guess its not that bad...
Although I respect Kevin's work (I really do) unless you go really WILD you won't notice much of a difference in power as someone mentioned here RUF figures are VERY conservative and some actually say their advertised power is similar to another tuner's power at the wheels and if you do go wild you'll lose some of the legendary RUF driveability.
Correct me if I'm wrong but does the 550 kit involves internal modifications as cams, etc?
Although I respect Kevin's work (I really do) unless you go really WILD you won't notice much of a difference in power as someone mentioned here RUF figures are VERY conservative and some actually say their advertised power is similar to another tuner's power at the wheels and if you do go wild you'll lose some of the legendary RUF driveability.
Correct me if I'm wrong but does the 550 kit involves internal modifications as cams, etc?
Ruf is a good "Tried and True" product that has No Reliability Issues what so ever, simply bullet proof, but not the best by any way! and completly overpriced for the numbers you get. the whole understated ruf numbers thing is a joke IMHO!!!
#49
08-24-2006, 11:59 AM
Originally Posted by kiko
Correct me if I'm wrong but does the 550 kit involves internal modifications as cams, etc?
#51
08-24-2006, 01:28 PM
Originally Posted by tradin1
with all due respect to RUF, sincerly, their stuff is nice but not great. i just did the bull run in my buddies Ruf 550 gt2, and it was not that fast, or that much faster compared to other tuners...there was an evoms stage 2 tt that was right on our rear quarter a few times, they actually won we got 5th. when we went to the drag strip, our fastest time was a 12.446, dont remember the trap speed but can look if anyone wants to know.
Ruf is a good "Tried and True" product that has No Reliability Issues what so ever, simply bullet proof, but not the best by any way! and completly overpriced for the numbers you get. the whole understated ruf numbers thing is a joke IMHO!!!
Ruf is a good "Tried and True" product that has No Reliability Issues what so ever, simply bullet proof, but not the best by any way! and completly overpriced for the numbers you get. the whole understated ruf numbers thing is a joke IMHO!!!
Overpriced? Sure, agree 100% but if it was cheap no one would give a damn to what RUF stands for in this industry.
#52
08-24-2006, 01:29 PM
Originally Posted by Evan@FVD
I have to agree, while i have nothing against Kevin's stuff this is a HUGE mistake IMO. But hey, this is your car, do what you wish with it and enjoy it!
Evan
Evan
Oh well, goodluck.. I think you should trade it to me though
#53
08-24-2006, 01:34 PM
Originally Posted by kiko
RUF figures are VERY conservative and some actually say their advertised power is similar to another tuner's power at the wheels....
#54
08-24-2006, 01:39 PM
Originally Posted by kiko
Theres something very wrong with your friends GT2 then... a 550 should put out nearly 550 at the wheels and NO WAY a stage 2 can keep up, just NO WAY hence the 12.446 on the track. If I was you friend I'd take the car to be seen properly.
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...416#post682416
#55
08-24-2006, 01:47 PM
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Here we go again. I agree with Divexxtreme on this. Trap times don't lie. The RUF Rt12 with 650 hp trapped at I believe 133 mph. That is consistent with a 650 hp car, no more no less. Doesn't seem like anything is under rated.
#56
08-24-2006, 01:52 PM
Doesn't RUF have a policy that any alterations to their modifications will void the RUF warranty? Posting here your project will in fact be known by them??
Divi
Divi
Last edited by Divi996tt; 08-24-2006 at 01:55 PM.
#58
08-24-2006, 02:17 PM
Originally Posted by Divi996tt
Doesn't RUF have a policy that any alterations to their modifications will void the RUF warranty? Posting here your project will in fact be known by them??
Divi
Divi
If you buy a new VIN Ruf i believe you get 2 24k miles, could be more, could be less.
i am currently having my Porsche dealer do my motor build, rods and what not, they are giving me a 24k unlimited mile warranty, for 1/10 of the price Ruf wanted.
#59
08-24-2006, 02:18 PM
Originally Posted by 9Eleven
Here we go again. I agree with Divexxtreme on this. Trap times don't lie. The RUF Rt12 with 650 hp trapped at I believe 133 mph. That is consistent with a 650 hp car, no more no less. Doesn't seem like anything is under rated.
If it's 650.5 hp or a lot more I won't tell
#60
08-24-2006, 02:24 PM
Originally Posted by tradin1
what warranty??? when i was talking to Ruf Dallas they said there is NO WARRANTY!!! They also claimed that if any other tuner touched my car it will probably blow up!
If you buy a new VIN Ruf i believe you get 2 24k miles, could be more, could be less.
i am currently having my Porsche dealer do my motor build, rods and what not, they are giving me a 24k unlimited mile warranty, for 1/10 of the price Ruf wanted.
If you buy a new VIN Ruf i believe you get 2 24k miles, could be more, could be less.
i am currently having my Porsche dealer do my motor build, rods and what not, they are giving me a 24k unlimited mile warranty, for 1/10 of the price Ruf wanted.