question about altitude

[95ragtop]

So I dynoed 435 in Dallas, then moved out here to Colorado Springs, CO approximately 6,000 ft elevation. I wasn't wanting to push the motor but since hypothetically it will dyno lower up here, I am thinking about adding a smaller pulley and manifold that will be here soon to compensate for the loss. Does this make sense or am I a physics moron?

 

[JeremyH]

Not really. Just because its going to dyno less and run slower doesnt mean it less wear on the engine. Would you do it at sea level?, thats the question. If you would then go for it. Yes it will help get a little power back though.

 

[bushmasterbob]

It should only wear accordingly to the lastest HP level. If it dropped 35hp it will wear 35hp less.

 

[lito]

So I dynoed 435 in Dallas, then moved out here to Colorado Springs, CO approximately 6,000 ft elevation. I wasn't wanting to push the motor but since hypothetically it will dyno lower up here, I am thinking about adding a smaller pulley and manifold that will be here soon to compensate for the loss. Does this make sense or am I a physics moron?

It makes sense but to be done right the tune should be checked up after that pulley/manifold change.

 

[95ragtop]

I plan on getting a tune when I do those things, and if I do drop down to sea level I'll have to be sure not to romp on it otherwise it might cost me an engine.