Differences between wet and dry
Differences between wet and dry I did a search, but came up empty. What are the main differences between the two? Which one is safer on a mostly stock car? What is that NOSzle system that Holley keeps advertising?
I'm looking to get a system probably this summer. I want to run around a 100-125 shot. I just don't have a lot of money for a lot of upgrades, or if anything goes *boom* <img src="gr_stretch.gif" border="0"> <img src="graemlins/camaro.gif" border="0" alt="[Chevrolet]" />
I'm looking to get a system probably this summer. I want to run around a 100-125 shot. I just don't have a lot of money for a lot of upgrades, or if anything goes *boom* <img src="gr_stretch.gif" border="0"> <img src="graemlins/camaro.gif" border="0" alt="[Chevrolet]" />
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Re: Differences between wet and dry Well okay the basics, wet has a nitrous noid and a gas noid, which is sprayed past the Maf. The dry is before the maf and the maf tells the computer to add more gas. "basics"
Well you probably will see most people like the TNT kit, they make both wet and a dry kit.
I perfer the wet kit cause it hits pretty hard, but in your application you might be safer with a dry kit.
Just my opinion
JET
Well you probably will see most people like the TNT kit, they make both wet and a dry kit.
I perfer the wet kit cause it hits pretty hard, but in your application you might be safer with a dry kit.
Just my opinion
JET
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Re: Differences between wet and dry Dry shoots nos from the airbox through the maf and into the intake! The computer bumps up the gas alittle on its own! the shot isnt as powerful as they say if it says 100 shot its about 70! Now wet is sprayed after the maf and has its own gas suppied, it is a true shot of power! If it says 150 its 150!
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I'm also new to this and was looking for info, and the reply above is a quote givin to me from a friend!
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I'm also new to this and was looking for info, and the reply above is a quote givin to me from a friend!
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Re: Differences between wet and dry Call me TOLL-FREE 1-866-NITWARE (648-9273) 8AM-9PM/CST, and I'll explain in detail the differences of "dry" vs. "wet".
John Stewart, "Mr. Nitrous"
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John Stewart, "Mr. Nitrous"
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Re: Differences between wet and dry [quote]Originally posted by Jat19:
<strong>I'm also new to this and was looking for info, and the reply above is a quote givin to me from a friend!</strong><hr></blockquote>
Your friend has the bascis right at least, but whether a kit makes it's rated amount at the flywheel or the rear wheels is independant of wet or dry. Some manufacturers rate their kits at the flywheel (NOS does this) and some at the rear wheels (TNT). Obviously, a flywheel rated system will not show the rated amount at the wheels, but does not indicate it is a worse system. It's an apples and oranges comparison. I for one wish folks would post their jet sizes rather than the rating of their kit.
<strong>I'm also new to this and was looking for info, and the reply above is a quote givin to me from a friend!</strong><hr></blockquote>
Your friend has the bascis right at least, but whether a kit makes it's rated amount at the flywheel or the rear wheels is independant of wet or dry. Some manufacturers rate their kits at the flywheel (NOS does this) and some at the rear wheels (TNT). Obviously, a flywheel rated system will not show the rated amount at the wheels, but does not indicate it is a worse system. It's an apples and oranges comparison. I for one wish folks would post their jet sizes rather than the rating of their kit.
Re: Differences between wet and dry I don't think that the dry setup is easier on the clutch.
With dry you have a finite amount of nitrous you can spray since you eventually run out of injector capacity.
With dry you have a finite amount of nitrous you can spray since you eventually run out of injector capacity.
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Re: Differences between wet and dry The only reason I would recommend a dry kit is because a friend of mine just blew up his engine because of intake backfire which can happen with wet kits. I've been very pleased with my TNT dry kit & there are some people that say wet kits are better but I raced my friend with the wet kit & I beat him so my dry kit is just fine. <img src="gr_grin.gif" border="0">
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Re: Differences between wet and dry It depends on which "brand" nitrous "wet" kit is used...not all nitrous kits or companies are created equal.
If the nitrous nozzle does not atomize the fuel, then the fuel will "puddle" in the intake and runners, causing backfires. That's why the "dry" kit was developed in the first place...the nozzle used wouldn't atomize the fuel. Instead of fixing the problem, the manufacturer introduced the "new & improved" "dry" kit, and consequently some other nitrous companies jumped on the bandwagon, too.
*I* only design "wet" systems, and *my* U.S. Patented #5699776 NX nozzle atomizes the nitrous/fuel perfectly...no "puddling" or backfiring here <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">
BTW...I only run full (advanced for methanol) timing on any nitrous application.
There are other variables that should be considered...did your buddy use a bottle heater, retard the timing, use the correct jetting, have a full bottle, etc?
All of this and more comes into play when using nitrous.
John Stewart, "Mr. Nitrous"
If the nitrous nozzle does not atomize the fuel, then the fuel will "puddle" in the intake and runners, causing backfires. That's why the "dry" kit was developed in the first place...the nozzle used wouldn't atomize the fuel. Instead of fixing the problem, the manufacturer introduced the "new & improved" "dry" kit, and consequently some other nitrous companies jumped on the bandwagon, too.
*I* only design "wet" systems, and *my* U.S. Patented #5699776 NX nozzle atomizes the nitrous/fuel perfectly...no "puddling" or backfiring here <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">
BTW...I only run full (advanced for methanol) timing on any nitrous application.
There are other variables that should be considered...did your buddy use a bottle heater, retard the timing, use the correct jetting, have a full bottle, etc?
All of this and more comes into play when using nitrous.
John Stewart, "Mr. Nitrous"
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From: Petaluma, CA
Re: Differences between wet and dry He had the TNT wet kit & was spraying a 100 shot. He did not have a bottle warmer & I have no clue how full the bottle but he always uses NOS octane booster so the timing would have be retarded enough. I've been very happy with my dry kit. I know I'm limited but I only want a 100 shot so it's perfect for me. Heads & cam are up next so I'll only need the 100. <img src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" border="0">
