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llamaengineering · 1 year ago

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What Techniques are used in Dyno Tuning to Fine-Tune Vehicle Performance?

This article was originally published by penzu.com. Read the original article here.

For car enthusiasts and experts, the search for the ultimate in vehicle performance is a continuous journey. This journey towards optimization and enhancement finds a reliable supporter in the form of dyno tuning. Dyno tuning stands out as a cornerstone in automotive care, especially for reputed engines like the Chrysler V8 and other cars. Alongside this, regeneration processes, such as cylinder head reconditioning, play a crucial role in ensuring that every part of the engine operates at its peak. This complicated process of precision engineering is for anyone who dreams of unlocking the true potential of their vehicle. This guide will explore the methods used in dyno tuning, explaining how these techniques improve car performance to satisfy and go beyond what car lovers expect.

The Core of Dyno Tuning

The most important tool in dyno tuning is the dynamometer, or "dyno" for short. It's a high-tech machine that measures how much force, twisting power (torque), and overall power an engine can produce. This step is super important because it gives a starting point for making the engine better. The dyno tune can mimic different driving situations while the car stays in one place, showing exactly how the engine acts when it's working hard and when it's not. This information is key to understanding what needs to be improved to get the best performance out of the engine.

Customization through Calibration

One main step in dyno tuning is carefully setting up the car's engine control unit (ECU), which is like the car's brain. It controls many settings that affect how well the engine works. During dyno tuning, experts adjust these settings, like when fuel is injected, how much air mixes with the fuel, and when the spark plug fires. This helps the car perform better. These adjustments are tailored to fit each car's needs, taking into account different engines, like the Chrysler V8 or Ford V8, and the goal of the tuning.

Maximizing Airflow: The Role of Cylinder Head Reconditioning

Fixing up cylinder head reconditioning is a key part of dyno tuning. As engines get older, they might not work as smoothly because parts wear out. When cylinder heads get fixed or refreshed, it helps the engine breathe better. This could include making the paths for air to flow through smoother and cleaner, which lets more air in and out of the engine. Better airflow means the fuel burns more completely, giving the car more power and making it run more efficiently.

To Summarize

Dyno tuning is a special process that really boosts how well cars perform, making sure they work their best, whether it's any engine. It's about building engine settings to fit its unique needs. This can include fixing up the engine parts that let air in and out to make sure the engine runs smoothly and powerfully. It also involves adjusting the car's computer to get the right mix of fuel and air and the best spark timing for ignition. These steps make sure your car is running as efficiently as possible.

#Dyno Tune #Cylinder Head Recondition #Turbocharger #Porsche Engine Build

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wheelsgoroundincircles · 1 year ago

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1967 Ford Mustang

Gorgeous '67 Mustang in Arizona Now Sporting a 445HP 347c.i.d. Ford Under The Hood

"Just want to thank you guys on the engine build. She runs beautifully matted with my TKX!! I did a lot of research about who I wanted to build my engine and it came down to you guys. Friggin' awesome!!!" - Greg N.

440hp rated Turn-Key 347cid small block Ford assembled and ready for dyno-testing before it ships over to Arizona for Greg's '67 Mustang. Greg picked out the valve covers he wanted, Moroso Performance oil pan to fit his car and had the block painted blue as he preferred. This long block that starts at $5,899 comes with our PM aluminum as-cast 180cc intake, 58cc chamber heads, custom grind hydraulic roller cam from COMP Cams, cast steel crank and forged rods and pistons.

Our 440 HP version is identical to the 425 HP version but with a touch more camshaft lift and duration. This moves peak power slightly higher in the RPM range and lowers vacuum at idle.

#ford mustang #classic cars #ford #mustang #car #cars #muscle car #american muscle #pony car #fastback

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race-week · 2 months ago

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The F1 Commission met in Geneva today to discuss some things

Firstly, they discussed about changing the material of the skid blocks at certain races this year (where there’s expected to be high temperatures) to reduce the likelihood of grass fires occurring again

The other main topic that was discussed was around the 2026 engine regulations and specifically what would be done if that was engine manufacturers who are significantly behind others?

They haven’t finalised the plans yet, but it’s looking like if there are engine manufacturers who are developmentally behind the others, they would get extra dyno testing to help improve their engines and potentially an increase in their cost cap too.

One thing that was made clear, however, was that any freedom to allow manufacturers to catch up would only be if their engine was behind – and it would not be a means for teams that have lost out in car development to be allowed to make gains.

Essentially from the sounds of it, they are trying to prevent a Mercedes 2014 esque situation from happening again

#f1

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dilemmaontwolegs · 2 years ago

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Playboy || PG10 {2}

Pairing: Pierre Gasly x fem!reader Summary: Your date takes a turn when you are recognised by a Street King. Warnings: 18+ only, illegal racing, bad language, blood WC: 2.3k F1 Masterlist || One || Two || Three

The week had seemed unnecessarily long but you weren’t going to admit it was because you were almost excited for Friday to arrive. It wasn’t like you to be the optimist, at least not since the break up, but you were quietly hoping Pierre could keep his word.

Work had been busy, as it always was on a Friday afternoon, but you battled through the exhaustion to finish your jobs and get home to shower and change into something nicer. With the weekend races kicking off at sundown, every driver wanted to make sure their car was running at its optimum, which meant a busy day for you. It didn’t seem to bother Pierre that dinner would be a late affair, in fact, not a lot seemed to bother him at all.

It was a refreshing change from the overbearing nature of Leo.

Your doorbell rang right on time and you laughed to yourself as you rushed to finish pulling on your boots, you clearly weren’t used to a man who showed up on time.

“Just a sec,” you called out as you grabbed your clutch, shoving your phone and wallet inside. You nearly forgot your keys but swiped them up from the kitchen table before opening the door. “Hey.”

“Hi, Beautiful.” Pierre knew your name, you had saved it on his phone for your contact, but he enjoyed seeing you battle to keep a smile off your face everytime he called you beautiful. Sometimes you won, sometimes you lost. “How was your day?”

You drank in the sight of him and let your eyes linger on his features a moment longer. The dark sweater fitting snug to his body left nothing to the imagination and from the tapered narrowing of his waist you knew there would be deep v lines cutting between his hips. That was your achilles heel when it came to men, and if they knew how to handle a fast car as well as an independent woman.

It looked like he was going to be a triple threat.

“Long,” you finally answered as you stepped out into the hall and shut the door behind you. “I have earned a stiff drink.”

He grinned as he held open the building’s front door for you and you saw the candy red Ferrari parked on the street.

“Now you’re just showing off,” you whispered in awe as you traced the sleek curves of the 812 Superfast with your eyes. “She’s a thing of beauty.”

“That she is,” he said with a smirk as he watched you almost salivate over his car. “The car is pretty nice too.”

“Very slick.”

He laughed at the roll of your eyes because you weren’t quite able to hide your smile that started to grow. “Here, I’m a much prettier face for the passenger seat,” he said as he took your hand and slipped you the key.

“Seriously?” Your heart thundered at the thought of driving the powerful car and you skipped across the pavement before he could change his mind, sliding into the leather seat with a moan. “Oh my god, I’m in love.”

You could feel his eyes watching you stroke the steering wheel and his deep chuckle of amusement rolled over your skin. “I could get used to this,” he said as he buckled in. “There hasn’t been a single insult thrown at me.”

“Yet,” you reminded him as you hit the start button and felt the V12 engine come alive. “Fuck me, that is an eargasm.”

“I would have thought you got to drive nice cars all the time, considering…”

“I work with them? I only get to drive them between the parking lot and the garage. If I’m lucky the dyno’s in use and I can do a road test.”

Pierre turned down the music that started while you put the car into drive. “I kind of meant your ex.”

“Oh,” you sighed. You found it was easier to talk about while you were driving, if you weren’t distracted by the car you would have just told him to shut up. There was something about most of your concentration being on the road that you forget the emotions attached to the conversation. “Girls aren't allowed to drive with the Kings. We can build the cars and fix them but not race. They, sorry. They can build them.”

“Sounds stupid to me.”

The city of Monte-Carlo really came to life at night as the colourful lights bars and clubs bled over to the superyachts illuminating the waterfront. Everywhere you looked along the street there were cars that rivalled Pierre’s, but they were driven by ancient looking men who could never appreciate the speeds the car could go without risking a broken hip.

“Where am I going?” you asked as you pulled up to a crossroads and came to a stop. The main drinking scene was one way, restaurants the other.

“Depends on how hungry you are,” he said as he cast a lazy smile your way. “Or, you can kidnap me and take me on a joy ride? At least that’s what I'll tell the police if you get pulled over.”

You revved the engine as you took off down the third road that led to the carriageway out of the city. “I’ve never been arrested before, it sounds fun.”

You couldn’t wait to reach the city limits but as you stopped at another intersection a blacked out Nissan GTR pulled up beside you. Pierre looked confused as someone tapped on his tinted window and he looked a little concerned when you put the window down for him.

“Thought it was you, QT,” Devante snickered as he looked past Pierre, not even sparing him a glance. “Haven’t you learned your place yet? Or have you got a bitch of your own?”

“Shut the fuck up, D,” you shot back before Pierre could retort. Devante was never the most stable guy and you didn’t want Pierre’s pretty face getting ruined because he opened his mouth. “The only bitch around here is the one driving a GTR.”

“You’re not Leo’s Queen no more, Trouble,” Devante reminded you with a dark laugh. “There’s no one left to protect you.”

“She doesn’t need protection,” Pierre laughed. “I’ve seen her take down a guy without breaking a sweat.”

Devante leaned out of his window and chuckled. “And who do you think taught her?”

“I hear you finally upgraded your turbo,” you said to distract the two before they could come to blows out the car window. “A shame you still can’t drive for shit.”

“You wanna bet on that?” he asked before tossing his head back with a laugh. “Oh wait, I forgot you, don’t have shit. You can’t even put Papa’s garage up…”

“How about my car?” Pierre offered, momentarily stunning Devante into silence before he grinned at the option.

“No,” you hissed as you looked at your date. “What the fuck are you doing?”

“What?” Pierre dropped a lopsided grin your way. “Don’t worry, Beautiful, I’ll pay your bail if we get arrested.”

“Last time she raced, she got dumped, hard,” Devante laughed and your fists tightened around the steering wheel. “Queen T lost her crown.”

“I fucking won though, didn’t I?” you fired at him as you changed the car out of automatic and flexed your fingers over the paddle shifts. “Conveniently forgot to share that bit, huh. I kicked Leo’s ass, in front of you and all your little friends. Me, a girl. And I’m going to kick your ass too.”

“I’ll see you at the top.”

You pulled the finger at him as you put the window up and Pierre finally looked a little concerned at the situation. “So, uh, what did we just get ourselves into?”

“There’s no we, this was all you. You should have just kept your mouth shut.”

“And let him treat you like that?” he asked incredulously. “You broke a guy's hand for touching you, but you would have just sat there and taken that insult?”

“You don’t understand, these guys live by different rules. There’s no FIA and regulations here.” You revved the engine impatiently as you waited for Devante to make the first move.

“I told you I wasn’t like them, Beautiful.”

“Yeah, I’m starting to see that,” you murmured, it would have been easier to risk his car if he was the playboy you thought he was. “I hope you have comfortable shoes in case you have a long walk back.”

“From where?”

“Dog’s Head.”

“You’re the one in heels,” he pointed out.

You could see the GTR inching forward when you looked across at Pierre to grin. “You’ll be piggybacking me.”

Devante’s patience ran out and he was ready to give in first, his car taking off to pull out and take the left turn like you thought he would. “He always takes the easy route.”

You floored the accelerator and a whoop of elation filled the car as you felt the power of it throw you back into the seat and Pierre laughed at the sound.

The D37 was a longer route to Tête de Chien but there were fewer corners, something Devante wasn’t very good at taking in his car because he didn’t like to waste time braking. You had no problem taking the zigzags of the D53 up into the mountain range, especially in the sports car with a great brake balance, so you turned right and left him to disappear in your rearview mirror.

“You’re insane, you know that?” you admitted as you locked the steering with the tight turns and climbed higher above the city. “What if I lose?”

“I like this car so I’d prefer it if you didn’t, but if you do then I think that guarantees at least two more dates.”

You laughed at the unexpected answer. “You’d really want to go out on another date.”

“I already do. I haven’t had this much fun on one…ever.” You spared a glance to see he did look rather pleased with himself. “You really know how to show this passenger princess a good time.”

“Wow, you’ve definitely had a few concussions,” you chuckled.

“Ah, beloved insults, it was only a matter of time.”

“That’s not even an insult, that’s just a statement. I’ve seen your races and some of those crashes must have left some damage.”

“Not as much as this conversation,” he teased as he clutched his chest.

You made it past the last sharp bend and pushed the car quickly through the gears as you accelerated along the relatively straight road and saw the turn off to Dog’s Head approaching. Nervousness had your palms clamming as you wondered whether you had arrived first or not. Your question was answered when another set of headlights came into view ahead as you both reached the turn off.

You veered up the road that was only a gentle curve from your end but Devante’s turn was into a hairpin and you could see him punching his steering wheel as you sped past him with a grin.

“Holy shit,” you laughed as you came to a stop at the peak and met Pierre’s eyes, pride and lust clear to see.

You were giddy as you unbuckled your seat and leaned across the centre console, meeting his lips as his hand caught the back of your neck. His fingers tightened as he pulled you closer and your lips parted with a gasp, his tongue taking the open opportunity. You were so high with the win you could have climbed right into his lap but then the back windscreen shattered and you tore away from his hold.

“Motherfucker,” you growled as you pushed the door open, rushing out to see Devante spinning his car back around in another donut to shoot more gravel at the Ferrari. Paint chipped as the stones kicked up and you yelped as one caught your cheek, your fingers coming away with blood as you touched the tender spot before Pierre reached you and pulled you safely behind his body.

“Are you alright?” he asked as Devante took off back down the mountain. If you had lost he would never have left without the Ferrari but the double standard was something you were used to. He would have never parted with his GTR.

“No, I’m pissed off.” You wanted to get in the car and chase after him, maybe run him off the road if your temper really got the better of you. Instead you looked up at Pierre so he could see the anger in your eyes, the years of resentment slipping through. “He gets away with losing nothing because he’s got a dick, it’s bullshit. No one will even know that he lost now.”

Pierre winced as he saw the cut on your cheek and used his sweater sleeve to gently wipe the blood away. “It doesn’t have to be that way.”

“What do you mean?” You tried not to sound so hopeful but he smiled as he caught it wrapped his arms around your waist.

He nodded his head to the front of the car. “Dash cam, Beautiful. I guess it depends on whether you are done living by their rules.”

You looked at the shattered back windscreen and the stone chips ruining the panels, a dark smile curling your lips. “Fuck their rules.”

Pierre tipped your chin back, his own lips curling up before he kissed you so hard your toes curled in your shoes as your arms draped around his neck. When he pulled back you were left breathless and saw more stars than what was already filling the night sky. “Fuck their rules,” he echoed in your ear, his breath hot on your skin and spreading even further. “Trouble’s coming their way.”

Click here for part three.

#pierre gasly fanfic #pierre gasly x you #pierre gasly x y/n #pierre gasly x reader #pierre gasly imagine #f1 imagine #f1 fanfic #f1 rpf #formula 1 fanfic #formula one imagine

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classic-vintage-bmw · 2 months ago

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This M1 Procar was overhauled by the Santa Cruz-based tuner, Canepa. The original 3.5 liter M88 6-cylinder engine was bored and stroked to 3.8 liter and the original mechanical Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection was replaced with a modern Motec system. Horsepower is reported as 414 hp at the crankshaft, with dyno figures showing around 360 hp at the wheels. While a top speed has not been reported, the original Procar's 193 mph (310 km/h) was achievable in race trim, but this street version is likely slightly lower due to gearing and aerodynamic adjustments.

#classic and vintage bmw

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the-fairly-oddparents-unofficial · 7 months ago

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Fairly Oddparents Season Three Title Cards (Part One)

Ruled Out

That's Life!

Shiny Teeth

Odd, Odd West

MicroPhony

So Totally Spaced Out

Love Struck!

Cosmo Con

Wanda's Day Off!

Odd Jobs

Movie Magic

Abra-Catastrophe!

Sleepover and Over

Mother Nature

The Crimson Chin Meets Mighty Mom and Dyno Dad!

Engine Blocked

#the fairly oddparents #fairly oddparents #fop #fop cosmo #fop wanda #timmy turner #denzel crocker #fop crocker #fop aj #fop chester #mrs turner #mr turner #the crimson chin #crimson chin

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seat-safety-switch · 2 years ago

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It's weird how, when you get deeper into a hobby, the things you want become much more specific. When I was a little kid, identifying the cars of my neighbourhood, I wanted nothing more than a day-glo orange Plymouth Scamp. Now, with my intellectual and emotional growth, I want a more refined choice: a Plymouth Sc... wait, can I start over?

Perhaps the most obvious way this manifests is in tools. When we first learn about tools, the average home gamer figures that all they'll need is a good set of socket wrenches, a complete group of screwdrivers, and a floor jack. That's all you need to change tires and do basic maintenance, right?

Wrong. As you descend into the rabbit hole, more and more specialized equipment shows up as you begin to lose touch with your former self. Jackstands. A two-post lift. Engine hoist. Engine stand. Transmission jack. A gantry crane with chainfalls for pulling recalcitrant engines, axles, and cabs. Homemade engine dyno. You get the idea. It gets really bad, to the point where you're no longer even drooling over tools at "enthusiast" hardware stores. No, you're visiting abandoned factories, and wondering how strong the roof is.

Still, there is something to be said for restraint. All the tools in the universe don't mean anything if you don't work on the tool between your ears. No, Stan, I didn't mean it like that. I forgot about the allen key accident. Hey, I said I was sorry. Why would I crack jokes about that right now, of all times? Okay, great, thank you for letting me get back on track. Hey, no, don't stand next to the industrial electromagnet, it's still on!

What I'm trying to say is, as soon as you get ahold of a lot of cool tools, you should quit your day job so that you can have more time to focus on using those tools. Maybe invite me over, so I learn something, too. Just not if that tool is a mop. I suspect I'm going to get a lot of experience doing that this weekend.

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memorycycle · 1 year ago

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post for @wuggen asked to see the code i wrote for simulating a realistic car engine so here

its built in godot btw

the script extends rigidbody3d cus im actually just moving an invisible sphere along the ground with a car basically stapled to it

did you know car engines put out different levels of torque at different rpms which affects like basically everything about the car. the torque curves are actually way more complicated than this, they kind of look like ramps with a hump in the middle followed by a dip followed by a bigger hump. but im just doing something that looks more like a perfect mound here. it works fine

i found the equation power=torque*rpm/9549.3 online from a forum where some guy posted the results of a dyno run on his porsche. the number 9549.3 is definitely specific to that porsche, so its probably a variable id want to be able to change later i guess

theres 2 big scary chunks of code here written by someone else which youre looking at in the pic above. i dont know shit about rotating and transforming 3d shapes so yea thanks guy on youtube

^this is basic shit but let me say one thing having the layout of accelerating with up on the right stick and braking with down on the right stick makes racing games so much more intuitive to play because suddenly it all just becomes one button that like the player understands in their mind as just "movement" and say for example when the player is coming up on a turn and they point both the steering and throttle joystick towards the turn whats happening is that they steer towards the turn of course but also they decelerate because the right stick is no longer pointed fully up in the Y direction, its Y value is now something like 0.7 instead of 1.0 because of the angle the stick is pointed in, that extra 0.3 went to the X direction , meaning the player automatically decelerates the car based on the angle of the turn without even having to think about it. if the turn starts to become more hairpin the angle is so great that the Y starts becoming negative and now braking is happening instead of acceleration automatically. its actually beautiful how simple and effective it is

^heres my cool function that does basically everyuthing related to the rpm. different gears rise and fall at different rpm speeds and it even simulates the effect of engine braking caused by releasing the throttle when shifting gears. it has so many fucking magic numbers from me just fiddling with it for like years trying to get the acceleration and shit to feel just right

^this ones mad complicated i commented every line

awesome gear shifting stuff its so fucking yummy because if u look closely in the video at the top u will notice i never use the brake to slow down. i downshift gears which causes causes the car to lose speed because the power it was giving out is less efficient now due to the lower gear ratio which also means the rpm jumps up to redline speeds which lets me instantly shift back up to retain some acceleration i cant tell u how satisfying it is to drive this thing and it feels like a real car

^and thats it thats the last function. 212 lines of code honestly pretty small tbh. theres still stuff missing like for example when a car is turning the rpm starts increasing at a slower rate due to things like centripetal force traction rolling resistance weight transfer weight load engine load steering angle friction but im probably just gonna end up calculating it only based on velocity * steering angle or something lol. if anyone made it this far i contratutle you i dont think anyone who isnt as obsessed as i am with this stuff could ever read this whole thing so thank u

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transport-methodology-101 · 18 days ago

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Ladies and gentleman what you witness here isn’t your typical boy racer late ‘60’s or early ‘70’s muscle era cars. These were designed and built for NASCAR racing, yes all of them above. It meant they needed to be homologated per racing regulations. (Message us to understand ‘homologation’). This required them to be made in limited numbers. Not for the average Joe. Music to collectors and fortune seeking opportunists.

Each one of these cars if you can find one for sale) start around $1/4 mil. During 1960s NASCAR racing. the Big Three fought tooth and nail against each other for winner’s circle glory. These are truly’rare rides’.

We’ll start from the top:- 1969 Ford Torino Talladega; Standout features of the Cobra Jet included a cast-iron block and heads on the FE series motor, a bore and stroke of 4.13 x 3.98 inches, a 10.6:1 compression ratio, a cast-iron crank, high-strength forged connecting rods, a cast iron intake manifold, a dual 2.25-inch cast iron exhaust, and a single, 735 CFM Holley four-barrel. Special Talladega ancillaries included an engine oil cooler and a power steering oil cooler.

Output was listed at 335 horsepower at 5,200 RPM and a stump-pulling 440 lb⋅ft at just 3,400 RPM. Ford had underrated the power figures for insurance purposes though, and in reality, the engine was tested to likely churning out close to 450 ponies, bone-stock from the factory. Still not enough compared to Mopar/Chrysler. In fact Mopar dominated power enough for Plymouth and Dodge wins the remaining 21 races, and Plymouth driver, Richard Petty, tied Pearson on 16 wins. Ford cars achieved 27 victories out of 49 races during the 1968 season,

Ford team owner and engineers put the Torino through a wind tunnel and nipped, tucked and added aerodynamic changes good for a five MPH increase in top speed, the equivalent of a 75 horsepower gain. All the details are here with lotsa pics :- https://www.streetmusclemag.com/features/rare-rides-the-1969-ford-torino-talladega/

1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II Cale Yarborough Special:- Mercury built counterpart to '69 Ford Talladega, a NASCAR aero warrior for the street as & only 503 cars were built misspelling it’s name a few times initially. Compared to the bare bones Ford above, Mercury went more upscale but still built the Spoiler II to strict set of components with just one option/accessory, an AM radio. As it was Mercury likely lost money on every unit sold and they didn’t want to market these special cars for the street but just had to, to meet NASCAR sanctioning needs.

The ‘69 Spoiler IIs were divided into two series: Cale Yarborough and Dan Gurney. Our post focuses on the Yarborough version. A unique front end that helped aerodynamics distinguishes Cale Yarborough's car. Ford and Mercury downplayed their aero cars for the street. They likely lost money on every unit sold. The dealer-delivered wholesale price for the unique front end was an incredulous $75.

Engine:351ci/390hp (claimed but dyno test likely revealed much more) V-8 mated to a FMX 3-speed automatic with column shift.

Special parts:- NASCAR-type extended nose with blackout grille, two-tone roof & rear deck, black hood stripes, unique Mercury II decals on top of doors above latches, Cross Country Ride Package (high-rate springs and shock absorbers), body side tape stripe (color-keyed to roof color), left-hand remote control racing mirror, right-hand manual racing mirror, rear deck spoiler (dealer installed), "Cale Yarborough Special" identification on front fenders, "Cyclone Spoiler" on rear quarter-panels. All details ⬇️ here with lots more pics : https://www.hotrod.com/features/1969-mercury-cyclone-spoiler-like-it-was

1970 Plymouth HEMI Superbird :- Fewer than 135 Superbirds were ever produced with the 426 HEMI V8. This engine, originally developed for NASCAR, was rated at 425 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque & backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. That power, combined with a race-inspired aerodynamic body, gave the Superbird performance credentials to match its outrageous looks. It was built for one purpose; to win in races. That long nose cone and towering rear spoiler genuinely helped stability at high speeds plus immensely improved propulsion aerodynamics. This ‘odd looking’ bird was a hard sell in sales showrooms. Even the mega power Hemi version sold very few.

This link highlights one such Hemi Superbird that sold for $803,000 in an auction ⬇️ :- https://tork.buzz/classics/How-This-Classic-HEMI-Hit-803000-and-Made-History-20250424-0020.html

1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler :- Standard in the Mercury was the 370-bhp ram-air 429-cid V-8, an extra-cost upgrade in the Cobra. A Hurst-stirred four-speed with 3.50:1 Traction-Lok gears completed the drivetrain, while a "competition" handling package and G70xl4 tires laced it down.

Select-Shift automatic was optional, and so was the Drag Pack, which emboldened the 429 with solid lifters, stronger internals, and 375 bhp. The Drag Pack included 3.91:1 or 4.30:1 axles, the latter a Detroit Locker.

In 1970, Mercury built a total of 1,631 Cyclone Spoilers. Of those, only 341 were equipped with the 429 Super Cobra Jet engine. More info ⬇️ :- https://musclecars.howstuffworks.com/classic-muscle-cars/1970-mercury-cyclone-spoiler.htm

1969 Dodge Charger Daytona :- A high-performance, limited-edition (only 503 built) car designed for NASCAR racing. It broke the 200 mph barrier at Talladega racetrack. One sold for $3.3 mil. at the 2024 Meacham auction.

https://www.nascarhall.com/blog/the-200-mph-dodge#

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formulatrash · 1 year ago

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if you can overlook how many very annoying people are in this (and if you've never been a US car journalist you probably can) then the Cadillac Le Mans documentary has loads of really interesting technical behind-the-scenes stuff. from looking at the actual build of the engine with the engineers talking about it and very rare, detailed footage of it running on the dyno, through to testing and development and how the team has to work to get to Le Mans. there's stuff to dig into if you're a total nerd but it's also all accessibly presented and a lot of it would also apply to F1, in broad terms.

#also features alex lynn my beloved #Youtube

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enviedear · 2 years ago

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as an engineer major i love engineer major!anakin, he has my whole heart <33 may i also add: computer nerd ani. idk if you want to make him a computer nerd but it seems like most engineering boys are. he could be a car guy and a computer guy tho. he has his own PC setup that he built and he sees u using an old ass laptop (me) and offers to build a PC just for u <333

alsoooo him living in a lil student apartment and it smells like weed and is shockingly clean but the fridge is. empty. since he’s not a drinker he probably has some drinks u like and he’s got like noodles and stuff but u have to go over and buy him ingredients and teach him to make a 5 minute recipe bc he just cannot 😭 he would probably live on takeout otherwise.

probably makes some money off a little side hustle like fixing parts of a computer or someone’s car or sth idk and then also has to go to his internship. babe is so stressed but he’s glad to come back home and take the stress out on you XNSKSJ

send me some anakin thots <3

omg i'm sorry this got lost in my inbox, but that you for sending it in! i'm always down to talk about my favorite ani hc <3

YES to computer nerd ani!!! i could totally see him building you a new pc because, "jesus christ honey your laptop sounds like it's about to take flight."

also ani most certainly can't cook... unless it's steak. i can see that man owning no other pots or pans aside from a cast iron. he treats it like a baby and he's a total snob abt it. "babe, stop trying to put this in the dishwasher, you're gonna take away the seasoning!!"

ask him to make you an omelet? nah you're getting an almost burnt scrambled egg. ask him to bake some cookies? they're hard as rock and he used salt instead of sugar. ask him for some oatmeal? you uncooked oats in water. "why are you making that face? i eat them like this all the time?"

i can totally see him working part-time at an auto shop, but like... one with a dyno where he just tunes the absolute shit out of cars. the type of tuner that lets people get the loud ass gunshot sounding pops.

then he's clocking out and trying to get the oil and smoke smell off of his body before heading into some fancy engineering firm. hair still kind of messy, but he wears those slack and button-up like a god.

he totally has the full-time senior employees wrapped around his finger too, he's so bright and somehow always knows every solution.

#—engineering ani !#—ani baby !#—askolivia !#anakin x reader #anakin skywalker x reader

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mikeepoos-mechanical-mix · 3 months ago

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1971 AMC Javelin capable track car & turns heads as stunning show car

In The Unfair Advantage, Mark Donohue wrote, “I thought the 1971 Javelins were about the most attractive Trans Am sedans on the street.” He also said the Penske Javelins were half race car and half show car. This car was built with that same approach in mind. It is a seriously capable track car on the track and turns heads as a most stunning show car. This car is as close a replica as reasonably possible of the car that won the Trans Am Series Championship in 1971. There are many “tribute” TA Javelins, but none built to this level of replication. The original car was built by Penske Racing and Mark Donohue. I am selling the car due to failing eyesight and wishing it to pass hands to a new owner that can appreciate and use the car for what it is, a faithful replica of a Trans Am Champion.

The car was built to replicate not only the look but also the mechanicals and structure of the original car using period technology and parts. It is not street legal in current form. The car is stunning to look at and the sound of the exhaust is true Trans Am music. Below are some of the specifications and details about the car. Driven as a “Track Day” car, never raced competitively.

Engine

Barry Allen Racing built 360 cid (destroked to 304 cid) AMC "service block" engine

AMC 291-C iron heads ported by Barry Allen Racing

T&D shaft rocker system Custom Diamond forgedpistons 12.5:1 compression ratio

K1 Connecting rods

Proprietary cam grind specified by Barry Allen Racing

Solid roller Edelbrock Torker intake "air-gapped" by Barry Allen Racing

850 CFM Holley double pumper

Aviaid 4 stage dry sump system, Peterson dry dump tank

Dyno 587 HP @ 7600 RPM

NOS tach drive Mallory distributor converted to electronic MDS electronic ignitionbox

Engine oil cooler

Custom exhaust system closely replicating Penske design, tunneled into modified floor structure

Drivetrain

McLeod metallic race clutch McLeod aluminumflywheel Lakewood SFI bell housing

Richmond Super T10 Plus transmission, upgraded by Roltek Race Transmissions Hurst Competition Plus shifter

Custom driveshaft

AMC 20 full floater rear axle conversion Moser floater axles

4.10: 1 ring and pinion gear set.

Body The donor car was a rust free Nevada 71 Javelin. It has the livery of the original TA Javelin, including the Penske designed A pillar air collectors that direct outside air to the driver. Rear wheel wells are re-shaped unique to the 71 TA Javelin and to accommodate the larger Goodyear Blue Streak tires. The pans are "tunneled" to accommodate the recessed exhaust system into the floor. Full cage to meet period SCCA rules.

Brakes

Brake system closely replicates the Penske design Period Hurst-Airheart 4piston calipers,

Wilwood 11" X 1.25" rotors, front and rear. Front Wilwood hubs

Tilton pedals/ bias bar

Girling dual master cylinders,

Girling in-line booster actuating front brakes, rear manual, Front brakes arecooled via 3" duct from headlight buckets

Suspension

Hyperco 900# front springs

"Pro" rear shocks

Dual adjustable Vari-Shock front shocks OpenTracker “Double Roller”Mustang front spring perches spherical bearings Boxed control arms, spherical bearings, upper and lower Modified lower control arms to allow track camber w/ screw-in ball joints Relocated torsion bar type front anti -sway bar Rear torsion anti-sway bar configuration replicating Penske design Lee 9:1 ratio full bearing race steering box ididit steering column SuperLite 15 X 8 “Minilite” wheels Goodyear Blue Streak Specials 6:00-15 front tires Goodyear Blue Streak Specials 7:00-15 rear tires Fuel system/Safety Pyrotec 18 gallon fuel cell Dual Carter fuel pumps, all fuel lines AN braided Fire suppression system Current G-Force 5 point harness Spares include Hurst-Airheart caliper cores In-line brake booster Front fenders Cowl induction hood Upper/lower control arms Front coil springs Taillight lenses

For Sale on Hemmings

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1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge: Unleashing the Power of Muscle

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

In 1962, a new era of muscle cars emerged, radiating brilliance and power. Chrysler led the way with their groundbreaking Max Wedge lineup, introducing the world to the fusion of unitized-body construction and the high-performance ram-tuned dual-carbureted 413 CI engine. Among these legends was the Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge, a remarkable vehicle that holds a significant place in automotive history.

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

The First Super Stock Max Wedge with Manual Transmission According to the esteemed Chrysler Registry and the meticulous documentation by Darrell Davis, this specific Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge holds a groundbreaking distinction—it was the first Super Stock model equipped with a manual transmission. The car’s odometer displays a mere 6,593 miles and has undergone a meticulous restoration process to return it to its original specifications. Notably, the engine has been upgraded, boasting a dyno-proven power output exceeding 500 HP.

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

Unleashing the Power of the 413 CI V-8 Engine The 1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge was powered by the formidable 413 CI V-8 engine. This was the first iteration of Chrysler’s renowned ram induction system, featuring a cross-ram intake manifold meticulously designed to optimize engine efficiency. The engine’s performance was further enhanced by the utilization of cast-iron header-style manifolds, which were rarely preserved but featured in this exceptional vehicle. Dale Reed of California refreshed the engine around 300 miles ago, ensuring its optimal performance. The correct Carter AFB carburetors reside beneath dual black air cleaners, accentuated by carefully placed decals.

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

A Unique Manual Transmission Experience One of the distinctive aspects of this Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge is its manual transmission. Unlike its automatic counterparts, this car delivers a unique driving experience through its floor-mounted shifter, allowing the driver to truly feel the power at their fingertips. Paired with a full aftermarket exhaust equipped with cutouts and the robust 8 ¾ Chrysler differential, this Max Wedge offers an exhilarating ride for those who crave the thrill of the open road.

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

Captivating Style and Authenticity The exterior of this Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge embodies the spirit of the era. Finished in captivating light blue paint, it exudes a timeless charm. The interior features a complementary blue cloth-and-vinyl combination, while the white-and-blue two-tone trim adds an elegant touch. The front and rear bench seats provide comfort, and the radio delete plate pays homage to the car’s performance-focused nature. Notably, it features a knee-knocker S-W column-mounted tachometer and a beautifully presented trio of rubber pedals. The car’s attention to detail is evident throughout, with the inclusion of circa-1962 chrome fonts, single-lens tail lamps, and OEM steel wheels adorned with poverty-type hubcaps.

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

Provenance and Documentation Accompanying this Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge is a wealth of provenance and documentation that adds to its allure. It includes the original OEM IBM punch card and build sheet, which serve as a testament to its authenticity. Additionally, the window sticker provides insight into its original specifications, while the dyno sheet confirms its impressive horsepower rating. Vintage photos capture the car’s early years when it was part of a famous drag car collection, showcasing its illustrious past.

1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge

Conclusion The 1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge stands as a testament to the golden age of muscle cars. With its groundbreaking manual transmission configuration, powerful 413 CI V-8 engine, and captivating style, it represents the pinnacle of Mopar’s storied performance heritage. Meticulously restored to its original glory, this Max Wedge allows enthusiasts to experience a bygone era’s raw power and timeless charm.

FAQs: How many miles does the 1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge have? The odometer of the 1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge reads 6,593 miles. Who documented the Chrysler Registry for this particular car? The meticulous documentation of the Chrysler Registry for this car was done by Darrell Davis. Has the engine of the 1962 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge been upgraded? Yes, the engine of this Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge has been upgraded to a dyno-proven 500-plus HP. What is the significance of the 413 CI V-8 engine in this car? The 413 CI V-8 engine in this car was the first to receive Chrysler’s shortened version of ram induction, known as the cross-ram intake. It maximizes engine efficiency and pairs it with rarely preserved cast-iron header-style manifolds. What documentation and provenance come with this Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge? This Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge comes with various documentation, including the OEM IBM punch card, build sheet, window sticker, dyno sheet confirming horsepower rating, and vintage photos of its early years as part of a famous drag car collection.

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