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Old Sep 21, 2003 | 11:13 PM
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what does dyno testing get you other than wheel horsepower? the kids i work with(mostly ricers) talk about it all the time and would like to know what is up with it.

anything would be helpful

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Old Sep 21, 2003 | 11:17 PM
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The real advantage of a dyno is using it for tuning purposes. Run it on the dyno, measure hp and torque, then make some changes until you maximaize the output with your setup. Spend more money for more mods, dyno and repeat.

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Old Sep 21, 2003 | 11:20 PM
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Default Re: dyno testing (Chris@VetteFinders)

thanks man for the info. really had not much of a clue...was there a doubt?
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