Last weekend while watching Horsepower TV (I think that's what they call it) They did a test to determine if you can increase your HP by just changing out your libricants.

The logic would be to regain the hp lose due to friction.

The test vehicle was a Camaro LS1. The choice of lubricants was Royal Purple (Their sponsor).
I don't know what the baseline was but the end result was an increase of 8hp.

Anyone try changing their fluids and noticed a difference?

 

i did notice that when i went full synthetic for the miata, it made a night & day difference.

 

seems after i change the oil it revs free...er...then again some days it runs better than others anyway. 8 hp in a 350 hp v8 is less than 4 hp in our cars.

 

Hey, if they're clydesdales, i'll take 'em

 

I know "APC" stickers , when applied correctly to the windshield of a mid-90's Grand Am is worth.....pshh atleast 25hp, and thats at the wheels!!!

 

when i use to race dirt bikes this was true royal purple was a cont sponser and i noticed a huge difference when i used them in the pre mix rather than castrol

 

Don't forget the chrome hubcaps, i'm guessing they're good for 10 hp each!

 

Nope, no HP gain there but the wind tunnel tested design does reduce the drag coefficient which helps it "slice" though the wind.

And don't be confused about the front quarter panel... those aren't dents made by hoodilums. Thats what happens when you have a monster APC intake (hence the sticker) and not enough air to supply it.


... shes a monster.

 

LOL

 

best bang for the buck over a Mugen one i assume.