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Old 13-01-2006, 01:47 AM   #1
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Default Will weight effect Power Reading's on a Dyno??

hey guys, i was thinking, on a dyno, would weight matter, say you could take a few things outta ur boot that are heavy, would u perhaps getter a better dyno reading ? or is weight only a factor on the street for acceleration?

i was wondering if weight in the boot can alter ur power reading on a dyno??

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Old 13-01-2006, 01:56 AM   #2
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Tyre deflection does make a difference..As when its tied down hard it'll make less than when it rides up on rollers.. Due to tyre dfflection but with a few extra Lbs in tyres would fix this...The weight if anything would give you better grip on roller..
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If anything, it may you a slightly better reading to have weight in the boot.
Then again, if it's strapped down properly, you shouldn't lose any traction anyway.
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thanx for the quick response guys, so i wont take nething out my boot , kool np
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Old 13-01-2006, 06:18 AM   #5
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Traction on a dyno ,should not be a problem for any car under say 220kw and IMO ,and I would love a dyno person to confirm or deny that you would get a couple of kw gain with an empty boot.
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If the car is tied down correct it will not make any difference.
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Traction on a dyno ,should not be a problem for any car under say 220kw and IMO ,and I would love a dyno person to confirm or deny that you would get a couple of kw gain with an empty boot.
Yeh but it aint going any faster is it, if you want a good dyno figure i can tell you some good happy dynos if you like!

On weight on dynos I have had my tools in the back (200kg) with them or without them always in the ball park (provided its done correctly)
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