Recent content by Sid447

Not quite correct, Only flat-plane crank V8's require balancer shafts.

A straight-six engine, cannot have the same sound as a V8. IMO there's sure not much wrong with the sound of this I6, see what you think...: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL7T9BD_Q3k (M3 CSL-SC) ...or this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvTzKwnDy04&playnext=1&list=PLA450309886965B0D...

The only Escalade I'm aware of is the Cadillac Escalade; is that what you are refering to? If it is then the model year (and engine type) would be needed before any answer can point you in the right direction. Your location also might help a bit.

"In some parts of South America, Asia, Eastern Europe and the Middle East, leaded gasoline is still in use. Leaded gasoline was phased out in sub-Saharan Africa effective 1 January 2006. A growing number of countries have drawn up plans to ban leaded gasoline in the near future. However, in...

Assuming the o2's are working correctly, the engine PCV system is doing it's job, and the engine is in decent condition; ...the likely problem is your up-rated throttle body and also if you have modified the maf-sensor in any way (if one is fitted, as some Hyundais run speed density or maf-less).

Re: failing emissions Assuming the o2's are working correctly, the engine PCV system is doing it's job, and the engine is in decent condition; ...the likely problem is your up-rated throttle body and also if you have modified the maf-sensor in any way (if one is fitted, as some Hyundais run...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tuning-Engine-Definitive-Performance-Economy/dp/1859606202

http://www.gmperformanceparts.com/lsx/index.jsp See LSX454 (7.45litres)

There's two ways of quoting cam details. 1] Advertised or Total duration. 2] Duration @ 0.050" or 1.27mm Advertised duration is usually taken from .006" tappet lift (most manufacturers, afaik) or .004" duration. In an attempt to have a standard (to compare apples with apples) .050" tappet...

This is a link to information only, On another forum for a cylinder head that has had light attention to the valve seat and bowl area only (see attached pics). http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/new-products-showcase/1065910-new-243-cylinder-head-option.html Simply changing the stock heads for...

That's because, Like with any turbo-charged engine, you can vary the boost at the twist of a valve. Basic principles of more air/fuel are the same for improving N-A engines also.

A minority I would think, Use them for what they are, as a valuable tuning tool that is certainly repeatable to within 5hp every-time when the operator knows what he's doing. Munday, I agree with your initial sentiment; though as far as different readings on different days....a dynamometer has...

You think it's the gears, I know it's the diff :) ;). All just opinion. Just enjoy the vid it's an awesome run. ;)

G'day Petegaerte, If you are referring to the BMW 320 STW video, the screaming noise is the differential. :)

That would depend on the power, a car would have. Power to weight is always the initial equation. But not the only way. Changing a cars diff gearing can do much the same without altering weight or power. As a rough rule of thumb though, every 10kgs is worth 2hp.