...instead of running away with the 'get together' thread

Who does the actual 'driving' when it's on the machine? I wouldn't know what to do, and I just assumed they drove it on and did the throttling.
Is the machine inside or outside?
Now I'll be a weiner... what if something goes wrong? Example: the straps slip and off flys my baby; who is responsible?

I'm pretty sure I'll be driving mine no matter what the weather. The road salt is gone, and that was my main concern. Besides, now that I've got her out I can't stand not driving her!

 

First, off the Dyno operator will be driving your car. There are a few shops that will let you drive if you want, but not the norm.

Second, the Dyno is inside......... Third, if something happens while it is on the dyno you are SOL. The shop will have you sign a release before you put your car on the dyno. I have never heard of a car flying off the dyno. I have heard of parts breaking on cars. That is a situation where it would have happened anyway. If you go to a good shop you shouldn't have any problems. Ask around in your area and see who has been where for dyno time.

Like I said, it should be a safe experience for you and your baby. Oh yea, take a video camera and tape it. You will kick yourself later if you don't.

Good luck and let us know how your car does after you dyno.

Bill

 

It's always a good idea to get referrals. I case of the new shop in BC it would be best to watch the operator run 5 or so cars before you put yours on. If you are unsure about the situation bring friends that have experience with dynoing. Make sure the operator chucks the front wheels, and straps down at least two but preferably all four corners. Make sure it has a big fan to move air into the radiator while the car is stationary and props the hood open. The only cars that I have seen shift a lot on the dyno at speed are cars that have wicked nitrous shots or boost hits. The operator must be very careful when slowing the car back down also. The car will jump around some regardless. For a stock car like yours it's straight forward as long as the operator doesn't bounce the thing of the 6200rpm rev limiter for 10 seconds. Shop will have you sign a release so trust your instincts if it looks shaky.

 

i ran a dyno for some time.. it was quite fun

 

Dave I though you swept the floors at Modern Musclecar

 

I dont think i ever did any cleaning or anything. I did help mop the shop floor a few times when we were short handed.. otherwise to most people surprise i ran the dyno and ran the mail order (orders and shipping)

 

Is meeting at noon still the plan, or should it be a bit later? I figure 5 hours between meeting and the bonfire/BBQ is quite a bit of time, but I don't know how long Dynos and general chit chat take.