mechanical fan removed power increase
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The only problem with a percentage is that it's only good for stock vehicles. Once you modify, that percentage goes out the window.
I specialize in Mitsubishi 3000GT's and Dodge Stealth's. The turbo models make about 250-260 awhp stock (rated at 300-320 depending on year). Once you start modding them, that drivetrain loss isn't going to stay at 20ish %. You make 1000 awhp, you aren't losing 200 hp through the drivetrain. The heat produced from losing that much power would be insane!!!
I specialize in Mitsubishi 3000GT's and Dodge Stealth's. The turbo models make about 250-260 awhp stock (rated at 300-320 depending on year). Once you start modding them, that drivetrain loss isn't going to stay at 20ish %. You make 1000 awhp, you aren't losing 200 hp through the drivetrain. The heat produced from losing that much power would be insane!!!
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So you doubting thomas's out there. Hot rod mag did a dyno tester with a S/C mustang if i remember correctly. in which the went around cali and hit up 5 different dyno in several hours. There numbers were like 30-60 different in Horse power and 25-60 diffenence in torque. At different sites elevation and make and models of the dyno. All three of my runs were with in 3hp and 3 lbs/ft of torque.
not stock if you can read!!!
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not stock if you can read!!!
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The only problem with a percentage is that it's only good for stock vehicles. Once you modify, that percentage goes out the window.
I specialize in Mitsubishi 3000GT's and Dodge Stealth's. The turbo models make about 250-260 awhp stock (rated at 300-320 depending on year). Once you start modding them, that drivetrain loss isn't going to stay at 20ish %. You make 1000 awhp, you aren't losing 200 hp through the drivetrain. The heat produced from losing that much power would be insane!!!
I specialize in Mitsubishi 3000GT's and Dodge Stealth's. The turbo models make about 250-260 awhp stock (rated at 300-320 depending on year). Once you start modding them, that drivetrain loss isn't going to stay at 20ish %. You make 1000 awhp, you aren't losing 200 hp through the drivetrain. The heat produced from losing that much power would be insane!!!
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In all reality, drivetrain loss is going to be a product of friction, and the mass being moved, so, regardless of input power, the amount of power lost due to the drivetrain, should be a fixed number. (or, a fixed curve)
Yes, but stop calling it stock. When it has been modified. Ever so littlle as it is, is modified still. I am going to find another dyno place closer to home and with a little better rep. I will post pics once i get the scanned. I own more vehicles then technological advanced pieces that are computer accessories. It says dynojet atop my dyno sheet. It was mounted in floor with two separate drum pieces.
