Recent content by vagabond

I’ve had several (different cyl) CT5-V BW spark plugs replaced under warranty due to misfire. Carbon tracked was referenced. Always runs great after replacement. No compression, leak down, etc. tests performed. FWIW, I had a GMC Typhoon where I replaced caps/plugs/wires every year. Wondering if...

Fade/Balance -> 4 clicks rearward I think this is the secret sauce as it lets more bass come through

Here’s the concept. I have the lights. No hurry to install w/ race season coming up.

MY24 here also in the PNW. Same complaint especially in the rain. Unrelated, no rear window wiper is also a disappointment. I'm planning on auxiliary lights. Light bar and pods. Haven't gotten around to the install yet.

This hits hard.

I named my CT5-V Blackwing Mercedes.

Link: 2024 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Impact Edition

What are you up to w/ the catch can? Is there visible oil when you pull the supercharger cover? I looked into doing this several months ago and found posts where Mirza and co. stated the CT5-V LT4 had an integrated catch can (recirculator really) that works well. Ref: Catch can for the LT4

I use three hand baskets from grocery stores. They fit in the CT5 trunk perfectly for moving things to/from and around considering my grocery store(s) are consistent. Or use hippy granola bags. Don't overcomplicate life. ;)

Sustained 100MPH on Louisiana/Texas flat (which means FLAT) is ~15-18MPG. Err, wait .. I mean in Mexico. That's the only reason I know. :)

How does fuel work for this event? a CT5 Blackwing will last ~3X 20 minute sessions track driving until empty.

I always use Red Hot Chili Peppers - Behind the Sun to tune stereo systems I've built or set up. My settings are: Audio -> Sound Equalizer -> +11 bass, +0 Midrange, +1 Treble, +5 Surround I'll sometimes change it to +8 bass or lower for highly-produced hip hop. Fade/Balance -> 4 clicks...

Is that bc the knob’s where the shifter is I assume? Interesting. I use knob vs. steering wheel controls 50/50 w/ kids. Knob to go up/down rapidly and steering wheel controls for small vol changes. I hadn’t thought about this much until now..

What’s the deleted volume knob reference? Curious to get more info on the manual transmission blind spot omission and volume knob deletion 2025+.. I’d like to see why/how just manuals.

5th gear should be slightly shorter for track use, then perfect in every way.