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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 08:40 AM
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Thumbs up 396ci LT1 - Dyno Videos and Graph

Well, we had a mad thrash to get the car ready for the dyno, and even had to push my slot back an hour just to get some final tweaks made. As you can see, we didn't have a chance to get the front end back together yet.

Quick overview of the setup:

-396ci LT1 - AI 200cc heads, AI ported LT1 intake manifold, 25X26X .6XX lift on a 106*
-TH400 trans, 5400 stall 8" converter, mechanical diode
-9" rear, 35 spline axles, 4.56 gears, 28" tall M/T ET Street Radials
-We started off running to 7,000 RPM, but ended up bumping the rev limiter to 7,200 because she just kept wanting more

Factoring in the drivetrain loss with the huge converter and TH400, I'm very happy with the numbers. It puts us close to the 600HP flywheel number we were looking for. Remember, this car is set up for the 1/4 mile, and should be a killer performer on the strip.

The car ran insanely consistent and impressed all in attendance. Bryan Herter was great to work with and has high expectations for this setup as well! Can't wait for track day!

We made 4 runs. I only uploaded the video of run #4 below, but can upload more upon request.

http://youtu.be/bs8h02KvYVI


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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 08:49 AM
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So what did you make to the wheels?
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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by IronOutlaw
So what did you make to the wheels?
I posted the dyno graph showing all 4 runs!
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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 08:53 AM
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For some reason the graphs didnt load on my computer.

I can see them now. lol.

But anyways, nice numbers. I bet its going to be a beast at the track with those gears and that stall.
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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 08:53 AM
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Looks like 430/379. Car is making some sick power, can't wait to see some numbers. 10s in a NA drop top
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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by BizZzatch350
Looks like 430/379. Car is making some sick power, can't wait to see some numbers. 10s in a NA drop top
We expect mid-low 10s once we get the suspension dialed in. She came in at just over 3,200 lbs without me. Should be 3,400 lbs or so, with driver.
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Thats no joke through that drivetrain man, awesome power that car sounds ridiculous. Your making me want to bump my cam up! does the computer crap out at 7200?
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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 10:48 AM
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Can I has dat? But seriously sounds mean and should run some good numbers.
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Originally Posted by stumprrp
Thats no joke through that drivetrain man, awesome power that car sounds ridiculous. Your making me want to bump my cam up! does the computer crap out at 7200?
We set the MSD rev limiter at 7200. Can't get any more out of the LT1 PCM...she's maxed, as planned!
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Old Apr 8, 2012 | 11:25 PM
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What intake mani?
Very impressive!!
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Old Apr 9, 2012 | 07:48 AM
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nice numbers ricky!!!! cant wait to see her go this season man.....430 is a great number for that drivetrain you gonna love what you got there!!
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Originally Posted by Green3spd
What intake mani?
Very impressive!!
Added more info to the OP. It's an LT1 intake manifold ported by AI.

Originally Posted by quik95lt1
nice numbers ricky!!!! cant wait to see her go this season man.....430 is a great number for that drivetrain you gonna love what you got there!!
Thanks buddy!
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430 IS a great number for that drivetrain!
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Hell ya! Gonna be a beast at the track Congrats!
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sweeeet! congrats ricky!
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wow that car is nasty man! Way to rep the LT :-)
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Here's my video with the tach and speedo on the vid

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAIjwkSgoMc
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man that car sounds awefully close to one i know lol
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Bryan is doing the tuning. Thats why its making power. Where did you dyno this at?
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Originally Posted by Schweet97Z
Where did you dyno this at?
Complete Street Performance in West Chester, PA. Bryan Herter did the tuning.

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