Engine dyno for EFI project

[Markus Strobl]

> Another comment related to engine dynos ...
> 
> There also exist commerically available vehicle performance computers. If what
> you're looking for is a quick, simple, and relatively inexpensive means of
> evaluating the performance benefits of changes to your vehicle, this might
> be the ticket.  The device I'm familiar is a small box, about 20 cm x 10 cm
> x 5 cm, with an accelerometer, an LED display, and some electronics.  It
> could be easily mounted to a dashboard or suction-cupped to a windshield.
> It recorded 0-60 mph time, 0-100 ft time and speed, etc.  It was very
> easy to use, portable, less than $500, and when used with care (i.e. average
> several tests, run the vehicle both directions to minimize wind and elevation 
> effects) it proved helpful in evaluating supercharger changes.  I cannot
> remember the name of the device, but I have seen it sold via Ford Motorsport.
> Has anyone else used one of these things or recall the name?

Sounds like one of the Vericom computers. I have a VC200 and have found
it very useful in determining improvements to my Camaro after changing
camshaft, rear gears etc. 

Markus
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