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Author :: Groshan Fabiola  |
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| Article Title :: Issues Regarding the Use of Dynamometers |
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| A dynamometer is basically a tool to deliver an effective comparison or analysis of an engine output or performance. Dynamometers are a lagging indicator, which means the dyno only tells you what has occurred during the dyno run or test period. After you have applied your best engine building skills, the dyno serves the purpose of evaluating the engine's capabilities at a specified moment in time.A dynamometer mainly measures Horse Power (usually at the crank shaft but in the case of a chassis dyno, Horse Power is only measured at the rear axle), torque, RPM range over which the engine was tested, temperature and air flow (volume and velocity of the air that ventilates the engine). (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cars Articles |
Author :: Groshan Fabiola |
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| Article Title :: Tips on Choosing Appropriate Dynamometers |
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| In order to set up a drag car or bike for peak performance, using loads of boost / nitrous or other modifications, the best thing to have is a suitable inertial chassis dynamometer. It needs to have big diameter clean drums, with a very good grip. Dual rollers are not appropriate in this case, so don’t use them!The dynamometer should have powerful fans and airflow and an experienced operator.A braked system is simply unsuitable for an application like this. The dyno itself, along with plug readings, and experience would be the best way to set the car / bike up. Gas analyzers are useless in these situations.
If your aim is to set up a stock or mildly tuned cars / bikes f (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cars Articles |
Author :: Groshan Fabiola |
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| Article Title :: Logging the Data Received from the Dynamometer |
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| On old-fashioned dynamometers, the operator or the observer had to manually record the simultaneous readings on paper.Nowadays, most dynamometers replace the observer’s notes with computerized devices that acquire and store the data.
Because of the very loud noise generated by the dynamometer and the engine, a performance test is stressful to anyone who’s watching it. In these given conditions, it is very difficult to manually record all the data.A reliable computerized data acquisition system is considered to be indispensable today among engine builders and testers. Nowadays it is possible to buy recording, control, and playback capabilities in a palm sized package, th (read full article) |
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Author :: Jason Moore |
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| Article Title :: Ford Bronco: More Than Just OJ Simpson's Speed Chase Vehicle |
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| Starting from the year 1966 up until 1996, the Ford Bronco lived for a good three decades. This vehicle is actually a 4 x 4 sport utility vehicle. And it has had four distinct generations.Originally, this vehicle was designed and crafted with being a strict competitor in mind. And come the time that it was introduced, it was then competitor to the Jeep CJ 5 as well as the International Harvester Scout. Come the late 1970s, the Ford Bronco then came to be a competitor for the Chevrolet K5 Blazer as well as the Dodge Ramcharger. Come the 1980s, this vehicle was accompanied by a much smaller Ford Bronco II. However, this small sibling only stayed in the market for just a couple of yea (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cars Articles |
Author :: Paul W Wilson |
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| Article Title :: 10 Reasons to Buy a Hybrid Car |
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| Care for the environment? Want to save the planet? Then you must think in terms of fuel efficiency, non-polluting, and eco-friendly transport. The answer lies in purchasing and using a hybrid car. They not just make a statement that I care but are compact and fuel efficient.Here are some insights that may just tempt you to buy a hybrid.1. Made of lightweight materials hybrids are small in size. The engine is designed to be fuel efficient. When the car halts at a signal, the engine will automatically shut down and restart when the car shifts into gear.2. These cars have the advantage of being powered by a gasoline engine and an electric motor that takes care of acceler (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cars Articles |
Author :: Shane Carter |
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| Article Title :: Touring the Cadillac CTS |
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| Cadillac’s luxury sports sedan, the Cadillac CTS has been bringing fame to its brand as well as unforgettable experiences for its drivers and passengers. The Cadillac CTS actually stands for “Catera Touring Sedan”. It holds four doors and has the capacity to take in a maximum of five passengers in its spacious cabin. This vehicle has also been made available in two trims which comprise of the 2.8 L Sedan, and the 3.6 L Sedan.Upon its introduction, the Cadillac CTS 2.8 L Sedan comes equipped with the standard 2.8 liter V6 engine that is very much capable of providing some 210 units of horsepower. It also gives the Cadillac CTS the chance to achieve 17 mpg for city driving and (read full article) |
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Author :: Amber M Sell |
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| Article Title :: Which Hyundai Dealer is Best for Me? |
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| The question of when to buy a car is simple – when you need one. There is no better determinant then your own personal needs. By then you have probably researched everything from interest rates to insurance costs and know all the current pricing information. You may also have had time to save some money for a considerable down payment. Deciding to purchase a car is ultimately up to you, but always be sure to do your homework. There is nothing worse then being stuck with an unwanted car because of an impulse purchase.On the other hand, the question of where to buy is a little more complex. Once you’ve decided to purchase a car, the next decision of where to shop can be just as (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cars Articles |
Author :: Peter J.H. Johnson |
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| Article Title :: What Does "Buy American" Mean? |
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| A few decades ago it was easy to spot an import car. They were small, mostly 4-
cylinder econo-boxes that were made in Japan or Germany. However, over the last 2
decades, more and more foreign manufacturers have built plants here in North
America. Honda built the first Japanese manufacturing facility in Ohio in 1979.
Today, Honda builds the Accord, Civic, Odyssey, and Acura MDX in plants in Canada
and The United States. Toyota builds the Camry, Avalon, Corolla, Solara, Tacoma,
Tundra, Matrix, Sienna, and Lexus RX350 in plants across Canada and the United
States as well. Nissan builds virtually all of their vehicles in The United States
including the Maxima, Altima, Titan, A (read full article) |
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Author :: Analeese Burnabaker - |
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| Article Title :: Oh How I Love My Car |
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| Of all of the things I own, my car would have to be on the top of my list of what I am most grateful for. I literally cannot imagine my life without my car. Can you imagine your life without a car?
The obvious reason that I love my car so much is because of the convenience it brings to my life. If it were not for my car, how would I get to all of the events and activities of the week let alone to the grocery store? Every member of my family is involved in a variety of activities that they love being part of. Not having a car to get them to and from their favorite events would certainly be a challenge. I love my car because if I forget an item at the store I can simply turn aroun (read full article) |
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Author :: Sarah McBride |
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| Article Title :: Escalade: Cadillac’s SUV Entry |
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| Sold by General Motors’ under its luxury brand, Cadillac, the Cadillac Escalade has been designed, crafted, and manufactured as a large sports utility vehicle. This is the first ever Cadillac to enter the now popular SUV segment. It has actually came to the market back in the year 1999 as a response to German and Japanese competition as well as the Lincoln Navigator. Its major competitors include the Mercedes Benz G Class, the Mercedes Benz M Class, the BMW X5, the Lexus LX series, the Infiniti QX56, and the previously mentioned Lincoln Navigator.Ever since hitting the market, the Cadillac Escalade has become very popular with the market especially to those people who has the kna (read full article) |
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