Dyno Numbers
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Racer
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From: Winterville NC
Dyno Numbers
I have a C6-06 LS2 M6. I have only installed Lingenfelter CAI, Corsa Sports Exhaust including x pipe, switched to synthetic oil. Nothing else. What kind of dyno number should I put down RWHP? Can I have a tune without messing warranty up? If I tune how much more would I get out of it? Just trying to figure if it would benifit me or just leave well enough alone. Thanks for any imput.
TIM$VETT
TIM$VETT
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From: Missouri City Texas
First, you didn't "switch to synthetic" as that's all you should've been using from the get-go.
You're probably making around 345-350rwhp
A tune will pick up 10-15rwhp, increase part throttle response, increase mpg by about 2-3 and make general driving more enjoyable as everything about the car will just work a bit better. I believe a tune is one of the best things you can do.
A tune WILL void your powertrain warranty, but no other aspect of your warranty.
You're probably making around 345-350rwhp
A tune will pick up 10-15rwhp, increase part throttle response, increase mpg by about 2-3 and make general driving more enjoyable as everything about the car will just work a bit better. I believe a tune is one of the best things you can do.
A tune WILL void your powertrain warranty, but no other aspect of your warranty.
Pro
Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Blaine Minnesota
It comes with synthetic oil from the factory. (well the LS3 does so im assuming)
A tune will void the warranty.
A Dyno tune will make a big difference to take advantage of the increased flow,and also I believe Torque management being tuned out will help alot. (from what I have read)
Not totally sure, but I think stock LS2's dyno at 345 RWHP or so.
Not sure how much the mods/tune will add exactly.
A tune will void the warranty.
A Dyno tune will make a big difference to take advantage of the increased flow,and also I believe Torque management being tuned out will help alot. (from what I have read)
Not totally sure, but I think stock LS2's dyno at 345 RWHP or so.
Not sure how much the mods/tune will add exactly.
Track Junky
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I agree with the above, 340-350 should be about right. Tune can give 10-15 more to the wheels. It's probably not worth the expense to tune at this point, especially if you plan on doing more mods in the future.
Sean
Sean
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From: Woodinville WA
You might want to wait on dyno tune, if you got the mod bug you'll definitely want to change that crappy LS2 intake manifold for a FAST, which will gain you nearly as much as the headers. Then tune
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