Skip,
You cut me to the quick, it's 34 and snowing, my feet are cold and I can
only dream of warmer and dryer places,
Enjoy,
Dave Haller #93
----- Original Message -----
From: Skip Higginbotham <saltrat@pro-blend.com>
To: <land-speed@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2000 5:49 PM
Subject: Drivetrain losses
> Hi Team,
> Over the past few weeks the subject of "how much HP" to go "how fast" has
> received much attention and Mayf's chart report is an excellent vehicle to
> get to the required horsepower....at the rear wheels on the ground. Thank
> you Mayf you have really helped me.
> If I have misinterpreted the charts......please somebody correct me!
>
> Now how about sharing some ideas and opinions (data?) on how much Hp is
> lost between the crankshaft flange and the ground at, say Bonneville with
> dry salt (more of less) and at El Mirage on a good day and asphalt (as a
> reference).
>
> I think that the loss is 65% total at B-ville, 75% at El Mirage and 40-45%
> on asphalt.
> Any takers?
>
> Skip Higginbotham, Bastrop, Tx (where it is now 80 degrees) at 5:43 PMCST
> Air conditioning in January???????
>
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