Running on the Dyno with my LS6 on Friday

mmcporter · #1 08-20-2003, 04:24 PM

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I am taking the car to a local dyno shop on Friday to "see what she can do." Never been on a dyno or in a dyno shop. I am also not an accomplished wrench. What's going to happen and what can I do to make the most of this experience? Your thoughts are appreciated. I am going to video the dyno runs, and may post the files as I'll be using a digital camcorder.

Chevy454 · #2 08-20-2003, 04:48 PM

What's gonna happen? It's gonna be LOUD! Seriously, this is one of the coolest things I've ever done. There is a LOT to be learned from spending time on the dyno, so take your time, and ask lots of questions.

So, you gonna pull it through exhaust manifolds or headers?

mmcporter · #3 08-20-2003, 06:40 PM

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What's gonna happen? It's gonna be LOUD! Seriously, this is one of the coolest things I've ever done. There is a LOT to be learned from spending time on the dyno, so take your time, and ask lots of questions.

So, you gonna pull it through exhaust manifolds or headers?

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Manifolds and mufflers, as that's how I drive the car and that's how it's set up...totally stock. I positively can't wait.

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**Born30YrsLate** · #4 08-20-2003, 07:49 PM

It would be great to do one dyno pull through open headers on the LS6 just to feel the raw power and know what your motor really can do......looking forward to your results....... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif[/img]

JoeG · #5 08-21-2003, 12:08 AM

mmcporter,
Give your drivetrain the once over under the car make sure there is no excessive play anywhere--and just smile for the camera. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

mmcporter · #6 08-21-2003, 01:31 AM

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Give your drivetrain the once over under the car make sure there is no excessive play anywhere--and just smile for the camera. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

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Thanks Joe...everything's dry and tight under there...

ORIGLS6 · #7 08-21-2003, 04:22 AM

Manifolds and mufflers, as that's how I drive the car and that's how it's set up...totally stock. I positively can't wait.

There are others out here that are VERY interested in your numbers!!! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif[/img]

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**k92** · #8 08-21-2003, 05:05 AM

I just read an old article from a '71 hot cars I believe,where they dyno tested a bone stock '70 ls6, 220 hp/450 lb torque at the rear wheels, after a dist recurve, new intake, 850 dbl pumper and headers they got 370 at the rear wheels and over 600 ft lbs of tq, I'll dig the article out and give your more info if you guys want?

mmcporter · #9 08-21-2003, 01:51 PM

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Manifolds and mufflers, as that's how I drive the car and that's how it's set up...totally stock. I positively can't wait.

There are others out here that are VERY interested in your numbers!!! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif[/img]

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Thanks Dennis. I am purchasing one hour of Dyno Time [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img] which should be fun and informative. Luckily I just got a digital camcorder, so I will be able to document the runs for posterity. I'll scan the sheets and post the results...hopefully it will do the LS6 community proud!! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif[/img]

ORIGLS6 · #10 08-21-2003, 02:08 PM

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after a dist recurve, new intake, 850 dbl pumper and headers they got 370 at the rear wheels and over 600 ft lbs of tq,

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We know these things like to breathe and that running them through stock intake and exhaust systems equates to having a restrictor plate at both ends. BUT.........they're still FUN! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

Can't wait to see your results.