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Originally Posted by blykins
Frankly, if we were to look at the "bottom line number" after all the "power suckers" were removed, then honestly we'd have to aim for 700-725 hp engine numbers before it's choked down by tiny air cleaners, under-hood air flow and temperatures, header designs, sidepipes, etc. We simply can not account for all parasitic power losses on the engine dyno. That's what a chassis dyno is for.
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I did not ask to spend more time on the dyno (although I am sure Barry would have done it without hesitation) because it would serve no purpose. The engine ran fine, did not miss or smoke, did not leak and started well. I think the only way to tune it is in the car for the reasons you pointed out above.
That is my plan, to get it on a chassis dyno. Knowing it is a bit rich is good. Too lean can do damage.