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Old 08-24-2009, 11:59 PM   #22 (permalink)
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I tried to do some figuring on the losses to the reciprocating mass of the valves, not sure how good I did but it came out to about .05 hp at 5000 rpm on a v8.

Pretty sure that doesn't account for doubling mpg.

And if that is $4mil in tax money, Jim damn well should be discussing it in public, IMHO. I'll make it my business.
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