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Old 03-30-2004, 12:27 AM
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CSX 427: I think the main reason why you don't see more hi-risers on replicas is that they aren't that well suited for the street. They have very good mid-range power and excellent top end, which is great for racing or track use, but their lack of low-end torque makes them suck for street driving and even autocrossing. While I was in the market I went for a test drive in a machine with a hi-riser setup, and around 3K RPMs it went like hell, very impressive, but then it had an extra tall hood scoop ... just didn't look right. ; ) Rich
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