The engineering standard for altitude power loss with a normally aspirated engine is 3%/1,000 feet. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Warren Lail Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 9:16 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Vanagon-Eurovan Thanksgiving Goodwill If you think your Subie powered Vanagon moves quickly here at 6,000 feet (Colorado), just wait until you take it to a lower elevation. While I was in California last week, Billy Bones (94 Subie 2.2) had what felt like 30 to 40 % more power. It was amazing. While in CA I did not get to see Tim in San Jose (the conference I attended took on a life all its own) but I did camp one night at New Brighton Beach just south of Santa Cruz. The next day I slept in a bit, enjoyed a beautiful sunrise, and then went by to visit the guys at VolksCafe (Van-Cafe). What a pleasure it was to meet Peter and the guys. They are about the nicest people I've done business with. So anyway, Joe T., take that bus to a lower elevation and hang on to your hat! Warren L. 88 Westy "Billy Bones" |
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