Month: October 2013

There are numerous ways to gauge an engine’s power, from using the manufacturer’s specifications, extrapolating numbers by estimating the benefit of aftermarket parts, using computer dyno software, or actually measuring an engine’s output on an engine or chassis dynamometer. One thing is certain though, when it comes to horsepower and torque, we all want more of it, and there are a variety of ways to achieve higher power numbers from our Mopar engines. Of course bolting on aftermarket parts is a proven (and expensive) way to achieve higher torque and horsepower, but did you ever consider improving your engine’s performance by simply eliminating one or more of the power-robbing accessories from the engine?

In this month’s issue, we began our coverage of the AMSOIL/Mopar Muscle Dyno showdown. This year, once again, the event went off without a hitch, as no cars were harmed in the making of the challenge, nor were any feelings hurt -- that I know of. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.