Thread: 392 Crate - lost power - why?
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Old 08-23-2011, 08:13 PM
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You should have about 20% drivetrain loss, that would leave you with 380 at the wheels.

Different dynos and different days (read weather) will give you different hp.

I have seen several Cobra owner who thought they had 375 or more, dyno 221 rwhp or so.

Tires and tire pressure are part of the equation. How loose or tight they strap you car down. Lots of things change the numbers.

"It is what it is".

Spend enough money and you will get there.

I know because I done it.

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