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Old 03-25-2008, 09:06 PM   #21 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by s2man View Post
That's what I was trying to say in the shift timing thread. 7/9 = 77% of max torque (or load). Examining a bunch BSFC maps, and measuring the extents and center of the peak efficiency island, I found the average center point to be 72% of max load. Hence the question; Can we believe the LOD output on the scangauge as a good indication of engine load?
I just installed an air dam on my TDI today and as I was coming back from work I was looking at my boost gauge when it hit me.

If a SG can accurately output engine loads, then all other things being equal, this would be an incredibly easy way to test aero mods. You get a baseline load at 75 mph, install your mod and look how the load differs at 75 mph again.


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