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Originally Posted by RustyLugNut
. . . will look at the BMEP equation and realize that any modifications that maximize BMEP will yield more power at the given rpm.
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I feel it is important to note:
#1> Significant difference between power and energy.
#2> More Power does not necessarily mean more energy.
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Originally Posted by RustyLugNut
These and other performance modifications certainly result in increased effective cylinder pressure, but which ones are relevant to the goal of the Ecomodder?
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Only those that increase the net energy efficiency.
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Originally Posted by RustyLugNut
We do not want to drive around at nearly full throttle all the time, but as many of us know, this is the throttle setting for a spark ignited gasoline engine that results in the best power output for the lowest fuel input or the lowest BSFC ( Brake-specific-fuel-consumption ).
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A gross over simplification ... not always correct ... but , will let it go at that for now.
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ok ... go on.
