An important feature found on most aftermarket
dampers is a degreed hub. In the case of the
ATI model, the marks are in 1-degree increments
and are etched 360-degrees around the circumference
using a laser process. Widths of the dampers
vary with each assembly. A typical 2-ring damper
measures 1.2-inches wide, a 3-ring damper is
1.5-inches wide and external balance models
are 1.8-inches wide.
IS THERE FREE HORSEPOWER LURKING?
An aftermarket damper not only solves the mandate
of the sanctioning body rulebook, but it can
also loosen up a fair amount of "free" horsepower.
A reduction in torsional vibration increases
engine power output. A functional damper removes
the twist from the crankshaft and stabilizes
camshaft and ignition timing. A reduction in
twist at the end of the crank also stabilizes
the valve train.
The bottom line is more power, and more reliability.
Best of all, aftermarket dampers are available
for almost every common drag race engine used
in America. We'd have to call that "good vibes."
We're sure you'll agree.
SOURCE
ATI Performance
Products, Inc.
6747 White Stone Road
Baltimore, MD 21207
Phone 410-298-4343 www.atiperformanceproducts.com
