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Hahn RaceCraft is in the Slingshot Game

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Hello all!

Just dropping by to let you know that Hahn RaceCraft has begun development of boosted options for Slingshot. We're the industry pioneers, first to bring turbocharging to the Ecotec engine that's used in Slingshot, starting way back in 2001 when GM approached us to build boosted Cavaliers and Sunfires for the 2002 SEMA show.

Since that time, we've also been first to market with turbocharging options for Cobalt/G5, Solstice/Sky, and other GM Ecotec applications. To date, we've provided thousands of turbocharging systems and turbo upgrades to the Ecotec market, both through direct sales as well as a large complement of dealers, distributors and private-label Ecotec products for other companies.

We are happy to bring a unique one-two punch to the Slingshot world: we are also longtime dragbike champions, so the art of applying huge power through a single rear wheel is a discipline we're already extremely well versed in!

Over the days and weeks to come, I'll share more about our plans and our partners, but I just wanted to introduce myself and my company so we can all get to know each other a little better. We're also interested in Polaris dealers who'd like to consider offering our well-regarded product.

As an aside, I'd also like to let you know that we have a brand-new website in the wings, and it's about to launch, so when you look at our current, admittedly dated site, I ask that you focus more on the product than the site itself. Our new site will be very contemporary, with full eco-commerce capabilities.

Email us to get on our mailing list that is five-figures strong!

We also have a Facebook page that you may find interesting. Like us up and get in the loop!

Boost regards,
Bill Hahn Jr.
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Bill,

I see you are down in Florida. Turns out I have a couple of buddies in Florida. Let's say I took a ss ride down there this spring. Can you fellas hook me up? What's your install time if I have an appointment?
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Hello Cameron,

Thanks for the inquiry! Usually, a TurboSystem of this type takes a couple days to install and validate. We'd love to have you take a Florida vacation which includes us! Please stay in touch as we progress.

Boost regards,
Bill
Welcome to the forum! Lets boost these slingshots and buzz the tower!
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Hello Cameron,

Thanks for the inquiry! Usually, a TurboSystem of this type takes a couple days to install and validate. We'd love to have you take a Florida vacation which includes us! Please stay in touch as we progress.

Boost regards,
Bill
Thanks for the fast response! Going to require some serious thought about turning over the ss mid vacation.
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Welcome to the forum! Lets boost these slingshots and buzz the tower!
please don't say that, CT already shot the hell out of one delivery:)
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If you can work with an installer/dealer in Corpus, San Antonio or Houston that would be great! If you remember, keep me informed if you get something set up. Thanks!
We sure will. Thanks again for your interest :D
Thanks for the fast response! Going to require some serious thought about turning over the ss mid vacation.
You're welcome. Thank you too for considering us, and I hope you enjoy your upcoming trip to Florida ;)
Bill,

I see you are down in Florida. Turns out I have a couple of buddies in Florida. Let's say I took a ss ride down there this spring. Can you fellas hook me up? What's your install time if I have an appointment?
+1 My thoughts exactly!
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CT ease up on the fire power my friend...I thing that delivery truck was carrying EZ containers on there way to Miami...or Cuba
CT ease up on the fire power my friend...I thing that delivery truck was carrying EZ containers on there way to Miami...or Cuba
Wrong thread DKF.
Hello all!

Just dropping by to let you know that Hahn RaceCraft has begun development of boosted options for Slingshot. We're the industry pioneers, first to bring turbocharging to the Ecotec engine that's used in Slingshot, starting way back in 2001 when GM approached us to build boosted Cavaliers and Sunfires for the 2002 SEMA show.

Since that time, we've also been first to market with turbocharging options for Cobalt/G5, Solstice/Sky, and other GM Ecotec applications. To date, we've provided thousands of turbocharging systems and turbo upgrades to the Ecotec market, both through direct sales as well as a large complement of dealers, distributors and private-label Ecotec products for other companies.

We are happy to bring a unique one-two punch to the Slingshot world: we are also longtime dragbike champions, so the art of applying huge power through a single rear wheel is a discipline we're already extremely well versed in!

Over the days and weeks to come, I'll share more about our plans and our partners, but I just wanted to introduce myself and my company so we can all get to know each other a little better. We're also interested in Polaris dealers who'd like to consider offering our well-regarded product.

As an aside, I'd also like to let you know that we have a brand-new website in the wings, and it's about to launch, so when you look at our current, admittedly dated site, I ask that you focus more on the product than the site itself. Our new site will be very contemporary, with full eco-commerce capabilities.

Email us to get on our mailing list that is five-figures strong!

We also have a Facebook page that you may find interesting. Like us up and get in the loop!

Boost regards,
Bill Hahn Jr.
WOW Bill, you got my mind going bananas right now. Thank you so much......extremely anxious to see the results
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Wrong thread DKF.

WOW Bill, you got my mind going bananas right now. Thank you so much......extremely anxious to see the results
Thanks Mike, and you're welcome :)

I see by the 'Busa in your avatar that you are also a bike fanatic, as are we. We turbocharge Hayabusas and GSXR's, and have won numerous championships with our Pro Street bikes, as well as in other classes. We happen to also have an interesting dragbike in process that has a rather fascinating connection to the Slingshot...I'll share details on that soon as well!
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Thanks Mike! I see by the 'Busa in your avatar that you are also a bike fanatic, like us. We also turbocharge Hayabusas and GSXR's, and have won numerous championships with our Pro Street bikes. We also have an interesting dragbike in process that has a rather fascinating connection to the Slingshot...I'll share details on that soon as well!
Bill I stopped dragracing couple of years ago but I still run some events of dragracing ( trophies and all that stuff) I sold my big engine this year. a 1420cc that developed 248 hp before nitrous, The bottom and was completely done, flat oil pan......crazy engine.
I'm developing a body kit for the slingshot that will change the sides and the back of the machine, running a full exhaust all the way to the back (Center top ) most probably stage one turbo or supercharger. The drawing for the body kit is already done, just waiting to get the machine in the hand, already developed lighting kits for the SS, (interior light kit, using the same plugs as the stock for half the price). Including H ID lights. Glove compartment light, and storage compartment light. There is some more stuff but I cannot talk about it yet.
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Thanks Mike, and you're welcome :)

I see by the 'Busa in your avatar that you are also a bike fanatic, as are we. We turbocharge Hayabusas and GSXR's, and have won numerous championships with our Pro Street bikes, as well as in other classes. We happen to also have an interesting dragbike in process that has a rather fascinating connection to the Slingshot...I'll share details on that soon as well!
Hmmmm...I have a B-king (Naked Busa) Now you have me thinking about asking for a package deal. :woot:
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Thanks Mike and Slingking. Sure is great to see all this crossover interest between Slingshot and motorcycles! I had hoped this would be the case :D
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Lordy! 275 hp would be crazy on the ss. 500+??
Wow now were talking. I myself want 250 to 300 HP.
That 275 will be awesome. Will you be doing a header and exhaust also.

Sure do recall that one! A very fun car, and we thank you for involving us in it. It was one of the many GM SEMA show cars we were involved in along with Rick Bottom. Over the years, the SEMA show has featured dozens of Ecotec-powered cars featuring Hahn TurboSystem technology.

As our dealer network takes shape, we'll work towards having authorized Polaris installing dealers nationwide. We also boast hundreds of automotive performance shops nationwide that install our product and would be able to effect such an installation, so we should have your needs covered one way or the other. Thanks for saying hi!
Great to hear. Will you have any shops set up in the Sacramento, Ca area to do a install. Disabled so I need most things done for me.
I'll keep track of your progress.
Thanks
Wow now were talking. I myself want 250 to 300 HP.
That 275 will be awesome. Will you be doing a header and exhaust also.

Great to hear. Will you have any shops set up in the Sacramento, Ca area to do a install. Disabled so I need most things done for me.
I'll keep track of your the progress.
Thanks
We intend to build a bevy of parts for Slingshot, all of them tuned and tested by yours truly, and we won't stop at forced induction, so yes...headers, exhausts, intakes are all in the plan.

We have Hahn installers in Cali as well, so I am confident we can meet your needs near Sacramento :)

Thank you!
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We intend to build a bevy of parts for Slingshot, all of them tuned and tested by yours truly, and we won't stop at forced induction, so yes...headers, exhausts, intakes are all in the plan.

We have Hahn installers in Cali as well, so I am confident we can meet your needs near Sacramento :)

Thank you!
Sounds great looking forward to reviewing your products once there available.
Hope the shops not to far. What usually is the install fee ballpark.
Thanks
Sounds great looking forward to reviewing your products once there available.
Hope the shops not to far. What usually is the install fee ballpark.
Thanks
Thank you too! We let installing shops set their own rates, but if I had to venture an educated ballpark guess, I'd say between $500 and $1000 for install labor.
Thank you too! We let installing shops set their own rates, but if I had to venture an educated ballpark guess, I'd say between $500 and $1000 for install labor.
Hey Bill,

What are the chances the ss will actually bra able to utilize all that power? Of course when it's already rolling traction won't be such an issue. I'm wondering about off the line?
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Hey Bill,

What are the chances the ss will actually bra able to utilize all that power? Of course when it's already rolling traction won't be such an issue. I'm wondering about off the line?
This is a valid point, and one we're supremely well-positioned to address ;)

Our extensive history and capability with a single rear wheel on mega high-powered dragbikes readily equips us with the tools and know-how to manage power as needed to suit the task at hand. These days, we can click off six-second, 220 MPH 1/4 mile passes on (of all things!) street bikes that don't even have a rear slick, but rather a treaded street-type tire! As such, we're very confident we'll be able to manage any challenges Slingshot throws at us in this department.
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