DB Dyno Day in Sept? [Archive] - SVTOA-Twin Cities Forums

VSack

07-23-2009, 10:10 AM

HELLFYR

07-23-2009, 10:35 AM

I noticed that there is a tenative dyno day in September. I'm new to the concept of group days, and I was wondering if this is just a pull and minor adjustment type of deal or if this would be a good time to have my car tuned. Otherwise, should I plan something on my own?

I have a SCT X2 that came with the car and has a 427RWHP street tune for no mods, but I'd rather have the pros do me right instead of trusting a tune I don't know.

The tuner is completely unlocked.

Thanks!

Typically it is 3 back to back to back pulls. No tuning in between (unless there is a problem that can be quickly addressed).

DB is the place for SCT tunes for sure.
I'd say get some baseline pulls and see if tuning is needed before planning a tuning session that will cost you at least $300.

I'd be up for the Sept Dyno day, but I don't know if we have firmed anything up with Danny at DB yet.

Erica ???

Rod

{Edit: Also keep in mind that DB requires you NOT be running Drag Radials on the rollers.
I currently couldn't meet that obligation right now, but maybe we can get the Tire Pimp to hook us up with a couple of used sets for the occassion??? I'd bring my floor jack and we can swap them in the lot before it's your turn up on the dyno.}

DB Performance

07-23-2009, 05:58 PM

I apoligize about this, I spoke with Erica? awhile ago and we didn't set up any dates. If I recall she gave me a bunch of different dates and niether of us followed up on either side. IF you guys are thinking some time in Sept, give me a couple different dates and we'll see which ones will work out best for everyone.

We would be really excited about doing a Dyno day for you guys.

DRAG RADIALS: As alot of you know we can not run drag radials on our dyno do to the roller configuration and the dyno being a load dyno. They quickly heat up and turn gummy casuing low dyno readings. We have a couple of sets of 5 lug rims and tires that I use on a daily basis for dynoing. We are willing to let those be used as well as any others that people can come up with. So if you have the option and the ability to come to the dyno day with regular radials it will make everything go alot smoother.

Let me know about possible dates and I'll look at our sched and we'll get something set up.

Typically these dyno days are not for tuning. As Rod mentioned they are 3 back to back pulls with printouts. Making adjustments for people don't work well on dyno days like this. For any tuning questions give us a call and we can set up an appointment for tuning.

Thanks
Danny

VSack

07-23-2009, 06:58 PM

Sounds awesome guys.

I'm in with or without a tune. To be honest, I'm pretty interested to see what kind of numbers the car is putting out.

Plus, this would be an excuse to get some other tires!

GMan

07-23-2009, 08:40 PM

Sounds awesome guys.

Plus, this would be an excuse to get some other tires!

Make sure you have the right tires on for the Dyno. I know Danny is touchy about that and I would let him talk to you about that.

HorseDreams

07-23-2009, 10:53 PM

As alot of you know we can not run drag radials on our dyno do to the roller configuration and the dyno being a load dyno. They quickly heat up and turn gummy casuing low dyno readings.
Thanks
Danny

Hmmm, so my 535 might really be 575? I KNEW IT! No need to Dyno now...hehe.....:uhoh:

BlownSVT

07-23-2009, 11:16 PM

Typically it is 3 back to back to back pulls. No tuning in between (unless there is a problem that can be quickly addressed).

DB is the place for SCT tunes for sure.
I'd say get some baseline pulls and see if tuning is needed before planning a tuning session that will cost you at least $300.

I'd be up for the Sept Dyno day, but I don't know if we have firmed anything up with Danny at DB yet.

Erica ???

Rod

{Edit: Also keep in mind that DB requires you NOT be running Drag Radials on the rollers.
I currently couldn't meet that obligation right now, but maybe we can get the Tire Pimp to hook us up with a couple of used sets for the occassion??? I'd bring my floor jack and we can swap them in the lot before it's your turn up on the dyno.}

if needed i have a set of wheels with street radials on them in my garage that i would let you guys borrow. They should go on most all of the cars on this site with no problems.

HELLFYR

07-24-2009, 08:10 AM

That would be very cool, thanks Nick!

msmistyk

07-24-2009, 02:09 PM

Yep, we talked and never confirmed plans.
I am out of town now at a Silpada Conference (seriously!) but will call next week to set something up.
What does everyone think, what are some dates that work?

LadyCobra

07-24-2009, 02:14 PM

September 19 or 20 is an open weekend that I see.

First weekend is Sturgis
Second weekend is Fall Car Show
Last weekend is Tracktime Motorsports weekend at MidAmerica

BlownSVT

07-24-2009, 02:28 PM

September 19 or 20 is an open weekend that I see.

First weekend is Sturgis
Second weekend is Fall Car Show
Last weekend is Tracktime Motorsports weekend at MidAmerica

sept. 19th is opening weekend for bowhunting so i will be up north that weekend. Don't not use that weekend on account of me though. I dyno my car all the time. If needed i can leave my wheels with Rod for you guys to use.

LadyCobra

07-24-2009, 02:30 PM

Same thing for us. We're going to MidAmerica that last weekend but its open for the club as far as I can see. That's two weekends to choose from for all if either date works.

VSack

07-24-2009, 02:49 PM

I'll try to make it whenever.

Smooth

07-24-2009, 04:22 PM

I am out of town now at a Silpada Conference...

:uhoh:

msmistyk

07-29-2009, 07:44 PM

I'm checking on September 19th - I'll keep ya all posted! :)

Smooth, can you please return my pearls, I need them for a party on Sunday! Thanks much! :bounce:

Badd Asp

07-29-2009, 09:06 PM

I'm checking on September 19th - I'll keep ya all posted! :)

Smooth, can you please return my pearls, I need them for a party on Sunday! Thanks much! :bounce:

Sorry he loaned them to me they go well with my old flywheel :flowers:

Smooth

07-30-2009, 12:19 AM

:cooldude2

drop top

07-30-2009, 08:18 AM

:umno:
Nothing personal Gary, but Smooth looks better with the Pearls.......
:doh:

Badd Asp

07-30-2009, 08:09 PM

:umno:
Nothing personal Gary, but Smooth looks better with the Pearls.......
:doh:

MMMMMMMMMMMM Im just gonna take your word for it smoothie watch your backside:engarde:

GMan

07-30-2009, 10:57 PM

Don't say Backside to the Semi-Smooth.

msmistyk

08-03-2009, 04:09 PM

We would be really excited about doing a Dyno day for you guys.

DRAG RADIALS: As alot of you know we can not run drag radials on our dyno do to the roller configuration and the dyno being a load dyno. They quickly heat up and turn gummy casuing low dyno readings. We have a couple of sets of 5 lug rims and tires that I use on a daily basis for dynoing. We are willing to let those be used as well as any others that people can come up with. So if you have the option and the ability to come to the dyno day with regular radials it will make everything go alot smoother.

Typically these dyno days are not for tuning. As Rod mentioned they are 3 back to back pulls with printouts. Making adjustments for people don't work well on dyno days like this. For any tuning questions give us a call and we can set up an appointment for tuning.

Thanks
Danny

OK we are confirmed for Saturday, 9/19 at 10:30 AM. You'll get 3 pulls; if we have 9 or less cars the rate is $60. With 10 cars or more the rate drops to $50.

Remember, the September meeting has been moved one week earlier (9/12) to move cars for our 4th annual car show on 9/13. That means no other commitment for 9/19! If you have drags on your car, read Danny's post above!

Post up who's IN so DB can staff accordingly that for day! :shiftin:

IN
Badd Asp
ClOckwOrk
SHOTIME2669
drop top
RockLight - w/ Danny's tires
VSack x2 - w/ Danny's tires

Badd Asp

08-03-2009, 07:04 PM

In need to try out the new clutch

ClOckwOrk

08-03-2009, 07:52 PM

i'm in for the 19th.

SHOTIME2669

08-03-2009, 10:45 PM

Suppose I could go for a another round at DB :)

HELLFYR

08-03-2009, 11:12 PM

I'm in, will prolly need to use Danny's wheels and tires... I only own one set currently and they are DRs

VSack

08-04-2009, 08:14 AM

I'm in, will prolly need to use Danny's wheels and tires... I only own one set currently and they are DRs

Possibly the same boat, unless I can figure out which steelies fit the Cobra so I can get some new tires.

I am confirming for the 19th!

VSack

08-04-2009, 08:15 AM

Hrmm....I may even be in for 2. Would be fun to dyno Le Coog...

Badd Asp

08-04-2009, 03:13 PM

I'm in, will prolly need to use Danny's wheels and tires... I only own one set currently and they are DRs

Go rice swap fronts and backs:yikes::wedgie: just kiddin

BlownSVT

08-05-2009, 01:08 AM

I wanted to do this with you guys but since that day is also open morning of the bow season i will probably be up hunting. I will loan you guys my spare set of tires if you want them to speed things up.

msmistyk

08-11-2009, 01:28 PM

:morebump:

OK we are confirmed for Saturday, 9/19 at 10:30 AM. You'll get 3 pulls; if we have 9 or less cars the rate is $60. With 10 cars or more the rate drops to $50.

Remember, the September meeting has been moved one week earlier (9/12) to move cars for our 4th annual car show on 9/13. That means no other commitment for 9/19! If you have drags on your car, read Danny's post above!

Post up who's IN so DB can staff accordingly that for day! :shiftin:

IN
Badd Asp
ClOckwOrk
SHOTIME2669
RockLight - w/ Danny's tires
VSack x2 - w/ Danny's tires

HELLFYR

08-11-2009, 02:44 PM

:morebump:

I will likely have a set of street tires on my car by that time... the "activity" at Gary's place last weekend has almost assured that necessity.

Badd Asp

08-11-2009, 03:00 PM

I will likely have a set of street tires on my car by that time... the "activity" at Gary's place last weekend has almost assured that necessity.

Carson take notes :shiftin:

HELLFYR

08-11-2009, 07:27 PM

Frank... where's that video ? :D

ShelbyJoe

08-11-2009, 11:03 PM

I'm in for the dyno.

-

drop top

08-12-2009, 12:12 AM

Carson take notes :shiftin:

im gonna gets me sum of dem crappy tyres so I can burn dem off da rayums!:happydance:

drop top

08-12-2009, 12:14 AM

sure, counts me in!

Badd Asp

08-12-2009, 06:43 PM

im gonna gets me sum of dem crappy tyres so I can burn dem off da rayums!:happydance:

Thats what im talkin about :yikes: :shiftin:

Badd Asp

08-12-2009, 06:45 PM

im gonna gets me sum of dem crappy tyres so I can burn dem off da rayums!:happydance:

Rocklight may have some gently used 555DR cheap :think:

BlownSVT

09-05-2009, 01:30 AM

not looking like a huge list of takers. is this event still on?

LadyCobra

09-07-2009, 09:56 PM

Of course! Event is still on! Post up if you plan to go :)

msmistyk

09-11-2009, 03:47 PM

:morebump:
Here's the latest participants for the DB Dyno Day next Saturday. Please post up so I can confirm with DB - Thanks!

IN
Badd Asp
ClOckwOrk
SHOTIME2669
drop top
ShelbyJoe
RockLight - w/ Danny's tires
VSack x2 - w/ Danny's tires
Manny - Maybe Diesel

Chrm97PI

09-11-2009, 07:29 PM

Maybe......

VSack

09-15-2009, 09:11 AM

I may only be bringing the Cobra, since I still am having problems with the IMRC (though maybe that's a good place to diagnose it?).

But, one of my buddies at work is interested in bringing his G8. Is that ok?

msmistyk

09-15-2009, 09:11 AM

Here's the info once again...

Saturday, 9/19 at 10:30 AM. You'll get 3 pulls; if we have 9 or less cars the rate is $60. With 10 cars or more the rate drops to $50.

DB Performance - Click Here (http://dbperformancetuning.com/contactus.htm)

If you have drags on your car, read Danny's post above!

Post up who's IN so DB can staff accordingly that for day! :shiftin:

IN
Badd Asp - You in or you fishin?
ClOckwOrk
SHOTIME2669
drop top
RockLight - w/ Danny's tires
VSack x2 - w/ Danny's tires
Manny - Diesel??

Badd Asp

09-15-2009, 11:54 AM

I heard misty was hittin the rollers or spectating

BlownSVT

09-15-2009, 12:30 PM

99% sure i am going to be out of town for deer hunting but i do have the extra set of tires in my garage if you guys want to borrow them.

HELLFYR

09-15-2009, 01:07 PM

After a gazillion dyno runs with various cars over the years, here are a few recommendations to "keep it safe" and to optimize your results.

Remember, your car is about to be flogged FLAT OUT... things can and sometimes do happen. Take the time to properly prep your car before the dyno run(s) to minimize the possibility of problems.

TIRES/WHEELS
1) STREET TIRES ONLY, NO DRAG RADIALS
2) Air up to manufacturer's specs (normally 35 to 40 lb)
3) Make sure the rear tires (assuming rear-wheel drive) are in good shape, no cords/belts showing, no checks or cracks in the sidewalls
4) If you will be changing wheels at the dyno location, be sure to remember your wheel-lock key (if applicable)
5) After changing wheels, make sure the lug nuts are torqued down properly.

FUEL
1) Make sure you have at least 1/4 tank of fuel
2) Make sure the fuel is of the proper octane level for your tune
3) Make sure the fuel is FRESH

ENGINE PREP
1) Make sure plugs are gapped properly
2) Make sure blower belt (if applicable) is snug but not overly tight and fully seated in all "grooved" pulleys
3) If the oil / filter have not been changed recently - CHANGE IT!
4) Make sure MAF / Intake tubes and clamps are all tight and solidly connected.

OTHER PREP
1) This is going to sound odd, but make sure the car is clean if you care about your paint. The guys in the shop are careful, but they will need to lean over the fender to get under the hood, even fender guards / blankets will grind any sand/gravel/particles on the car into the paint.
2) Video camera - this may be one of the few (possibly only) times you will ever get to hear your car at full song from OUTSIDE it.
The sound (particularly of a terminator or lightning) is something to experience.
Record it... you'll thank me later.
Record one run from back by the exhaust,
and one from up front by the blower... the whine up front when flat out is indescribable.

Lastly, prepare to be humbled... all those mods, all that money thrown at the car... should all add up to 500 horse right ???
Good luck, I hope you make it!

Rod

Smooth

09-15-2009, 01:16 PM

Not a bad idea to clean your MAF sensor either. :thup:

HELLFYR

09-15-2009, 01:19 PM

Not a bad idea to clean your MAF sensor either. :thup:

Agreed!

I also left out some of the obvious ones... make sure your coolant level is good, make sure oil isn't low, make sure transmission fluid is at proper level :uhoh:....

msmistyk

09-15-2009, 01:58 PM

I heard misty was hittin the rollers or spectating

She'll be spectating... what's Badd Asp doin?

Thanks Rod - great suggestions!

VSack

09-15-2009, 02:25 PM

should all add up to 500 horse right ???

Wait, am I only supposed to dyno one wheel? :)

I can't wait. I have a rough idea what to expect but dynos are like paychecks: You always think you're going to get more than you really are.

I'm hoping to get a pulley and tune done prior, otherwise I'll be going as is and do the rest later.

And I DEFINITELY need to swap tires.

Doodler

09-15-2009, 02:35 PM

I have a pair of radials mounted on 94 Cobra rims if anybody needs to borrow a set. Just FYI.

CbraPwr

09-15-2009, 07:44 PM

Add me to the list, if I can update membership and get activated. One event I can make this season. I just sold my 99 triple black vert,,, brought home an '03 triple black TERMINATOR with a few mods. Very curious to see what this thing is putting down. Sure is a hoot to drive!!,,, regardless of the dyno stats. Can't wipe the smile off my face.

I cancelled my appointment with Danny today once I found out there was a club event this soon. Seemed like a good chance to get a baseline before I have him work it over further,,, and meet a few HP freaks from the club.

Time is a little tight on Saturday, but I'm going to come up. Is this typically an all-day event or can a guy get in and out by mid afternoon?

LadyCobra

09-15-2009, 09:40 PM

Membership can be done online at: http://svtoatc.com/membership/

The plan is for 10:30 - 1:00 for the Dyno Event so should be easy to accomodate getting out of there by mid-afternoon. :)

Congrats on the TERMINATOR :thup:

CbraPwr

09-16-2009, 06:30 AM

Thanks for steering me in the right direction. Updated this AM.

HELLFYR

09-16-2009, 07:26 AM

Very cool... welcome back!

Smooth

09-16-2009, 08:20 AM

:stupid:

GMan

09-16-2009, 09:37 AM

:stupid:

Packer Pony

09-16-2009, 12:28 PM

:stupid:

Grenade

09-17-2009, 08:13 PM

Rod has some great ideas. I will be by I believe.

Badd Asp

09-17-2009, 09:42 PM

She'll be spectating... what's Badd Asp doin?

Thanks Rod - great suggestions!

asp is hittin the rollers well see what the new clutch does and if the boost issue is solved:geeza:

blackstang5.4

09-17-2009, 11:11 PM

Put me down, im in with the mustang (will need to borrow regular tires though)

msmistyk

09-18-2009, 08:34 AM

For those interested, F8L & I will be at Denny's for breakfast at 9:20 AM. Otherwise we'll see you at DB at 10:30 AM.

You'll get 3 pulls; if we have 9 or less cars the rate is $60. With 10 cars or more the rate drops to $50. VSack are you doing 2 cars? Right now it looks like 9 cars - that means $60 unless more show. Spectators welcome!

IN
Badd Asp
ClOckwOrk
SHOTIME2669
drop top
RockLight - w/ Danny's tires
VSack x2 - w/ Danny's tires
CbraPwr
blackstang5.4
Chrm97PI - Maybe
Manny - Diesel??

DB Performance
20998 134th Ave N
Suite 115
Rogers, MN 55374

http://www.dbptuning.com/graphics/DBMap1.gif

Dennys Site (http://www.dennys.com/en/cms/Restaurant+Locator/43.html)

Denny's
13450 ROGERS DRIVE
ROGERS, MN 55374
(763) 428-1574

VSack

09-18-2009, 09:03 AM

HELLFYR

09-18-2009, 09:18 AM

I was going to bring my Cougar but a good friend wants to bring his G8 if that's ok (I asked earlier but got no response).

If he needs to be outside the discount, that's ok too. But he's jonesing to see what his car can put down!

NOTE: I need to get data off this pull. Do I want to run my own datalogging, or will they provide PID information? I've never done this before...

Basic information is all logged, and Danny will be plugged into the OBD-II port during the dyno runs so he can monitor critical parameters and abort the run should something ugly appear. You can discuss what it is you want to monitor with him though and see what he has to say.

I'll bring my floor jack to the event to aid in swapping wheels/tires for the dyno runs.

If we could stagger the cars that require the "shop" wheels that would help greatly in timing. So we can get in/out of the dyno bay quickly for the DB guys. I'm more than willing to do some lug wrenching for people.

DON'T FORGET YOUR WHEEL KEY !!!!

Rod

msmistyk

09-18-2009, 10:04 AM

F8LBITE

09-18-2009, 10:11 AM

Basic information is all logged, and Danny will be plugged into the OBD-II port during the dyno runs so he can monitor critical parameters and abort the run should something ugly appear. You can discuss what it is you want to monitor with him though and see what he has to say.

I'll bring my floor jack to the event to aid in swapping wheels/tires for the dyno runs.

If we could stagger the cars that require the "shop" wheels that would help greatly in timing. So we can get in/out of the dyno bay quickly for the DB guys. I'm more than willing to do some lug wrenching for people.

DON'T FORGET YOUR WHEEL KEY !!!!

Rod

I'll bring my cordless impact to aid in wheel swapping if needed.

F8LBITE

09-18-2009, 10:17 AM

For those interested, F8L & I will be at Denny's for breakfast at 9:20 AM. Otherwise we'll see you at DB at 10:30 AM.

You'll get 3 pulls; if we have 9 or less cars the rate is $60. With 10 cars or more the rate drops to $50. VSack are you doing 2 cars? Right now it looks like 9 cars - that means $60 unless more show. Spectators welcome!

IN
Badd Asp
ClOckwOrk
SHOTIME2669
drop top
RockLight - w/ Danny's tires
VSack x2 - w/ Danny's tires
CbraPwr
blackstang5.4
Manny - Diesel??

DB Performance
20998 134th Ave N
Suite 115
Rogers, MN 55374

http://www.dbptuning.com/graphics/DBMap1.gif

Dennys Site (http://www.dennys.com/en/cms/Restaurant+Locator/43.html)

Denny's
13450 ROGERS DRIVE
ROGERS, MN 55374
(763) 428-1574

:drool:Denny's!!:drool:

HELLFYR

09-18-2009, 10:36 AM

I'll bring my cordless impact to aid in wheel swapping if needed.

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet

I'll bring my 1962 Blackhawk cross-wrench for anyone wanting a workout too.

F8LBITE

09-18-2009, 10:55 AM

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet

I'll bring my 1962 Blackhawk cross-wrench for anyone wanting a workout too.

Have you recovered from your wheel swapping in Strurgis yet?

No1Ford

09-18-2009, 11:14 AM

Hmmm, so my 535 might really be 575?

Sweet, I got a 575rwhp cobra covered!:uhoh:

Smooth

09-18-2009, 11:36 AM

:haha:

:uhoh:

HELLFYR

09-18-2009, 01:43 PM

Sweet, I got a 575rwhp cobra covered!:uhoh:

Unless it happens at the track it doesn't count :uhoh:

Grenade

09-18-2009, 01:47 PM

Unless it happens at the track it doesn't count :uhoh:

Now yer talking. See you guys in the am.

ClOckwOrk

09-18-2009, 10:15 PM

i should be there. i havent changed a thing since i got tuned by danny so i might not dyno. i had it all figured out to get the new intake manifold and throw the coil on plug on it but that kinda just fell through.

edit: already confirmed before, looks like i'll be trying a new throttle body and intake just for the sake of comparison :) see you there

Chrm97PI

09-18-2009, 11:51 PM

i am pretty sure im out, and drop top wont be there either

msmistyk

09-19-2009, 05:30 AM

i am pretty sure im out, and drop top wont be there either

WTH!?!?

Chrm97PI

09-19-2009, 07:45 AM

WTH!?!?

droptop is playing hockey, and as for me i kinda need to try to save money due to purchasing a house in a month--60$ can go a long way

ClOckwOrk

09-19-2009, 09:50 AM

i was checking my oil on my way there and just noticed that one of my strut top nuts is broken off and the cup is gone. if i can get a strut in it soon i'll be there but its not lookin good :(

Packer Girl

09-19-2009, 11:50 AM

droptop is playing hockey, and as for me i kinda need to try to save money due to purchasing a house in a month--60$ can go a long way

Congrats...that is awesome :happydance::happydance:
________
Honda CBR250 (http://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Honda_CBR250)

Chrm97PI

09-19-2009, 01:35 PM

Congrats...that is awesome :happydance::happydance:

yea, found out tuesday i got one, its in eagan, so i just need to watch what i can till i know how my cash flow is

VSack

09-19-2009, 06:16 PM

Sorry for all the folks who couldn't go :(

I did end up going and I had an absolute blast! As always everyone was friendly and the DB guys were awesome as usual.

My engine did not blow up, and it actually seems like its pretty strong for having so many miles on it.

Thanks to Rod for being the pit crew, and Misty for setting the whole thing up!

ShelbyJoe

09-19-2009, 08:58 PM

HELLFYR

09-19-2009, 09:30 PM

Well... my tune was stuck in the 91 octane mode, so I was only running 16* of timing up top (tune commanding 18* but due to IAT temps car was pulling timing). So... I topped out at 442hp/475ish tq. Air fuel stable at 11.5 across the board. 16# of boost at 4000rpm dropping to 11# by 6600.

Weren't planning to dyno the 91 tune, but as a result I know what I was running in Sturgis and likely all the other events this year as well.