If you're referring to the eRam, it was tested on a local Dyno and also
verified at the track (Houston Raceway). The dyno showed 16HP more than
stock at the rear-wheels and the track runs showed a .3 improvement over no
eRams (I run the Dual eRam setup). The boost gauge also shows a 1psi boost
whenever it's being used.
Granted, it's no SuperCharger, it more...or less...works like a Ram-Air
system.
There's no denying that an engine with a better VE% will make more
power...we've done that in the past with several engines (Ford, GM,
Chrysler, Toyota, Honda/Acura, and Mazda Rotory's). You're absolutely
correct with the fact that anyone can bolt on simple modifications. It
takes more than that to build some serious power though.
No war here at all and my apologies if it came across that way. My whole
point was that for the $300, it does as it claims...just like headers or a
good modified TB...nothing else.
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Mike Schwall
Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2000 6:40 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: Re: DML: Re:electric sg'er ATTN: bernd cams attn Mike S.
>You challenge Bernd for dyno results on his e ram and then turn around
>and post the above info, WITH NO DYNO RESULTS or PROOF?
>
Do it, dyno it and you will see. I've seen the results of a good normally
aspirated engine. I've seen 400Hp from a 302, given it was a 315 stroker,
but it was done with no forced induction or nitrous. You can make more
power safely with optimizing the VE (volumetric efficiency) of an engine.
I didn't mean to start a war over this. I've seen the results of money
well spent to increase engine output, with no cheater systems like nitrous
and forced induction. Those are playing with fire. Sooner or later your
gonna get burned, and no one will be around to help you pick up the parts.
If you are unable to do the mods yourself and have to rely on a mechanic -
choose your mechanic wisely. Go to a racing shop or performance
shop. Sure you'll spend more for the work, but you'll get better results,
unless you get screwed. Anyone can screw together a stock engine, it takes
skill, knowledge, and experience to put a motor together that outperforms
the rest, with no outside help.
Just my couple pennies and a dime.
Mike
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