Subject: P-port meets expectations
From: Rotary Engine
Date: 6/9/2005, 8:07 AM
To: AA-me


   Not true. Take a closer look.
    >
    > The Lemans engine generates 240 HP at 6000 RPM and ours is only
   generating
    > 226 HP at 6000 RPM.  I expect a bit more when we get the EFI working
    > with the slide throttle due to the manifold pressure loss we are
    > experiencing with the carb. I don't expect to EQUAL the Lemans
    > engine precisely because our pipes ARE a bit smaller.
    >
    >
    > Paul Lamar

It is VERY important to know what correction factors are being applied.
I would assume that the Mazdatrix data are corrected using the very old
method still favored in the automotive aftermarket community -- I think
the correction is to 60 degrees F and 0% relative humidity. The
correction factors that are more generally accepted by manufacturers (as
driven by the SAE) are far less generous -- 77 degree F and 30% or more
relative humidity if I recall correctly. The difference in reported hp
based on the two correction factors can vary quite significantly. I
don't know what correction factors Mazda uses for racing engine hp.

Jon

Dave, what correction factors are we using?

Paul Lamar
-- 
The Rotary Engine NewsLetter.  Powered by Linux.
ACRE NL web site. http://www.rotaryeng.net
Copyright 1998-2005 All world wide rights reserved.