Real HP loss numbers

[Tom Sharpe]

Clarence L.Snyder wrote:

> >  So, when someone is talking about a 75hp loss, not all that loss is friction,
> > otherwise our drivetrains would glow in the dark!  However, much of the loss due
> > to momentum is taken up by the engine (more strain), which shows up as heat in
> > the coolant and oil.
> >
> >  If my physics are wrong, please correct me.
> >

OK by me.   Just tow a trailer a couple of hours a 70 MPH and roll under neath and
grab hold of the pumpkin... it will probably burn you --- so will the transmission.
They will run a lot cooler - free hp anyone - with synthetic lubricants in them.

I used to tow a trailer with a Bronco. there were spots on the floor near the
headers/collectors that would melt your tennis shoe soles, but the tranny, xfer and rr
never got over 130 deg. I used to use amsoil gear grease, now I use redline.

just my $.02  Tom S