In a message dated 10/2/1999 11:39:35PM, ulix@u.washington.edu writes:
<< you should tell us about the setup of your engine and the resulting hp at
the wheels. I think not many people on the list have dynoed their cars.
This could be very interesting to others building up engines.
If anyone else has dynoed theirs and would like to share, please...
>>
Hi Ulix, list,
I tend not to disclose my dyno figures because they are really only relevant
to the dyno I use and different dynos read a bit different. The one I use has
a reputation for reading on the high side. Also, the weather, temperature,
humidity etc can make a big difference. Even tyre pressures and tyre types
can vary the dyno readings.
I also find that dyno 'numbers' can get exagerrated so I just keep quiet on my
numbers and note how much more they were than a previous engine specification
or whatever.
The spec of my engine is a bit lengthy but it is 1312cc with a useless
unleaded not big enough inlet valve head and a 286 scatter cam with hi lift
rockers. The engine is not achieving all it might with the cam it has - due
to the poor head. Carb is a 45 DCOE. Exhaust is a 3 into 1 CV with an RC40.
Why don't more people use a chassis dyno?
Daniel1312
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