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Old 13th March 2003, 08:27 PM
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How much hp do I have now I need an expert opinion I know Im in the right place talk to me guys this is what I have now ...KN air system,421 Hedder,Dynomax muffler,double platnum plugs.AND also what should I do next?


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Old 13th March 2003, 08:52 PM
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There is only one way to know how much power you have. Dyno the car. On a base engine doing what you have your looking at a ROUGH guess of 15-20 hp increase if that. Granted at some parts of the full range you may have more, but only the Dyno can tell you.
What I have been told by the power monsters here is Cams are about the only major increase you can costeffectively do unless you Force Induct (Supercharger or Turbo). I may be incorrect in that.
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Old 15th March 2003, 10:24 AM
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A non turbo has about 123 hp at the wheels!
From what I've gathered (but seems to UNGATHER from da brain) those additions probably only gave you 7-15 hp!
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Old 15th March 2003, 09:03 PM
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would like to get a cam for my pt cane anyone tell me what brand to buy?does it come in a kit?does anyone have a part number and where can I buy it?Oh how much is average price to install?THANKS
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Old 15th March 2003, 09:36 PM
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bstockum or Powertrip are best equipped for install time! Seems most like Crane's cams! Their mildest, the #10,s are your best bet! Here's Crane's page FOR the PT's!
http://www.cranecams.com/import/pt.htm
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Old 15th March 2003, 09:45 PM
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It seems that all those mods don't alter HP. They primarily improve low end throttle response...that's all.
If you want "real" HP, you have to get in the engine or got with Supercharging or turbocharging.
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