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Old 06-01-2008 | 05:46 PM
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Default Checking installed thrust at the field today

Wayne Lane brought out a digital fish scale today and we tested our jets to see what the installed thrust was. The temps were 97d+ and i was surprised with the results. Can the heat really rob this much power?? I placed a 6oz lead weight on the scale to see if its calibrated correctly and it was right on. We also figured in the thrust loss to move the jet.

My BVM 60" F-86 with P-60 (170k) full bypass 11lbs

Rons Euro (with intake and Tams bifurcated pipe) Wren XL-200 22lbs

Waynes Flash P-120 18lbs