Posts by WraithSS

  • What was today's Sling project-Mods , goodies....?

    Quote from Haste Maker

    Thanks for your opinion, but there isn't anywhere to take it back to, I did the work myself, the reason for the 90 degree elbow & not a 90 degree pipe bend is I only had limited space for the pipe to clear the right front tire, and the pipe isn't aluminized piping it's new tail pipe from a local muffler shop, and there aren't any crimps in the pipe is was cut & welded into the 90....

    It's not an opinion. That bend can easily be done with curved pipe.

    What also isn't an opinion is how exhaust gas works. When exhaust gas pressure waves reach a change in geometry, opposite pressure waves shoot back in the opposite direction. This opposite pressure will restrict flow of exhaust out of the system resulting in large amounts of back pressure having a negative effect on the exhaust system and robbing horsepower.

  • What was today's Sling project-Mods , goodies....?

    Quote from Haste Maker

    Only way the 90 could be made, do to the room behind the front tire, I used 2 1/4 " ID pipe & the exhaust is going into a straight thru 50" side pipe with baffle's, with have less back pressure than the stock muffler.

    I'd honestly take it back. That could have easily been done with a curved pipe. You NEVER want a hard 90 wall in an exhaust. That looks like it was done at a Meineke or worse. Especially the cheap aluminized piping they used with the crimps in it instead of mandrel bends. That pipe will be rust in no time.

  • car splitter or 1/4 which is better 5/16

    Quote from Luigi

    I have an extension hood...it makes it lower to the front end!!! I was wondering about some HDPE? Can I use this? 1/4 inch?

    HDPE would work fine and is somewhat light weight. 1/4" or thicker should be fine. I think Metricks and one of the custom shops in Florida use white HDPE for the their ground effects kit for the Slingshot.


    Oh, also Kyle D and ZZP make an adjustable hood extension kit. That's what I'm running and it has a fine tune adjustment to keep the hood from hitting the front splitter when fully opened.

  • Gibbs Rule #9

    I'm a big fan of Hinderer Knives (hard use knives) and Nick Swan Knives (customs). I don't have a photo of the two Swans as they are in a safe in storage. But, here are a few of my Hinderers and a SOG that is OLD!


    Left to Right: SOG Kilowatt (cheap but useful), Hinderer XM-18 3.5" Spanto, Hinderer XM-18 3.5" Bowie, and a Hinderer Eklipse Tanto.

  • What was today's Sling project-Mods , goodies....?

    MADDMOE What size rear tire are you running? I have air ride and a 315/25/22. Depending on the pressure/height setting you run on the rear your rear tire can actually touch the horizontal plastic on the back of the Slingshot. Specifically the oval protrusion where the shock body goes through the rear plastic. So the location of the center mounted Welter pipes would be a real concern. It looks like the repositioning of the pipes you did should alleviate the concern.

  • Replacement clutch questions

    Still running a stock clutch in a 2015 Slingshot that was supercharged in 2016 and then upgraded with 95mm pulley in 2017 and other add-ons to complement the added HP.


    I beat the piss out of this SS and have never had a slip or anything. It's been to Bill Scott Raceway (Summit Point) multiple times and track heat has no noticeable effect on it. The stock clutch is pretty stout even in the 400HP range when used properly or there isn't an unforseen mechanical failure.


    I'll only replace the clutch when it begins to slip or I pull the engine for a rebuild.

  • Charging System - Quick answer requested

    Quote from Funinthesun

    I haven't had the chance to spend any real time checking it, but I have an easy question re: 2015 Slingshot charging system. The alternator puts out 13 * voltage, yet testing at the battery, there's only +/- 12V to a relatively new fully charged battery. Before going completely nuts, does Polaris use a fusible link in the harness for the charging system? If so, any idea where to look for it? Or does any of the "recalled" body fuses involve the charging system since I don't believe this one has had that recall done.


    Last but not least, does anyone have a link to the wiring diagram in PDF that I can access to follow myself?


    Thanks in advance

    There is a fusible link between the alternator and starter solenoid. It's a small light blue wire located under the intake manifold. The fusible link connects at the starter solenoid to the main + cable to the battery at the back.

  • 2.5 in. High Flow Cat Exhaust System?

    Quote from Frankie55

    Many thanks, forgot to mention I have a supercharger (currently detuned & using the stock exhaust). The ZZP doesn't fit supercharged units.

    Oh, got ya. Well, then you are stuck with the front exit exhausts then as Twist Dynamics (Welter Performance) dropped the 2.5" dual and outsider systems. That or have a custom shop modify a ZZP exhaust.

    Hey Kyle D got any ideas?

  • 2.5 in. High Flow Cat Exhaust System?

    Quote from Frankie55

    It appears as though 2.5 in exhaust systems aren't in production anymore. Not sure if it has to do with cat delete systems? Has anyone heard of any aspirations among aftermarket manufactures to produce a 2.5 in. high flow cat exhaust system designed for the first-generation slingshots?

    ZZPerformance makes a turbo and NA exhaust in 2.5" for the Slingshots you have referenced.

    https://zzperformance.com/coll…slingshot-exhaust-package

  • What was today's Sling project-Mods , goodies....?

    Quote from Batcycle

    What year model Slingshot are you going to be installing on, and which black color is that new hood ???

    What type customizing are you going to do?? I'm working on a hood scoop screen and possibly the fender vents screening for my 2022R ??

    It's going on a 2015 that has the 2020+ front end upgrade. Still waiting on the interior to complete the look. I'm going to vinyl wrap certain portions of the hood to match the rest of the Slingshot. Oh, and a custom hood badge. I've got the design done, but need more resin to come in.


    There is a vendor who sells a mesh kit for the new sport hood, but it is a little overpriced for chicken wire. Cheaper to do it yourself and you can have other style options for the mesh.

  • Driving shoes

    Quote from Edward Neal

    I will admit I was actually hoping to receive some advice on actual driving shoes, but I guess most here just use whatever.


    I'm actually kind of surprised at the number who drive in cowboy boots - - that seems to me like it would be awkward in the Slingshot

    Piloti and Puma are two of the best. But, as mentioned before they run very narrow at the toes. The soles are typically made for extra grip and some have a heel pivot point for moving from brake to accelerator.


    I've had a few pairs of Puma brand as they tend to offer styles that look more like traditional sneakers. They aren't too comfortable for walking around very long. Great for track days though.

  • What was today's Sling project-Mods , goodies....?

    Quote from VV11B40

    Maybe ditch the k&n oil filter? Really no need to spend $$ extra for filters. As far as engine oil filters, I've always bought acdelco in bulk. Just bought 12 more. Engine is running top notch even after boosting. But I realize each owner has to do what makes them feel good. Love your traveling pics by the way.

    Pretty sure he was talking about his air filter being K&N, not his oil filter. K&N are an "oiled" type filter. If you are running a DDM supercharger you are running an aftermarket AEM "dry" type filter.