[Diy_efi] :dynos and tuning

[Adam Wade]

--- William Shurvinton <shurvinton at orange.net> wrote:

> However at low throttle openings many engines are
> very tolerant of huge variations in AFR, so
> you 'MIGHT' want to tune the 8HP point for 15%
> throttle. This way you get reduced pumping losses
> therefore better gas mileage and possibly more
> drivability. This is a 'street' thing as race
> drivers want power and throttle response.

Wouldn't you get basically the same effect by changing
gears so that you had an engine speed where your
desired throttle opening corresponded to the power
output you desired?

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