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Ways to improve post tranny drivetrain efficiency...

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Old Nov 28, 2008 | 12:08 PM
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Default Ways to improve post tranny drivetrain efficiency...

Besides lighter wheels and a lighter driver shaft, anything else one can do to reduce the difference between at the engine and at the wheel HP?
Old Nov 28, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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Synthetic oil in the diff is the only thing I can think of.
Old Nov 28, 2008 | 01:35 PM
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Does the driveshaft make a big difference?
Old Nov 28, 2008 | 01:38 PM
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Locking torque converter, manual transmission, and aluminum flywheel.
Old Nov 28, 2008 | 02:54 PM
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That makes sense, Fake. Thanks.

Are there high performance bearings to reduce friction?
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