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Old 14-12-2007, 02:58 PM   #1
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what is the difference between bhp and hp. how much is lost through the gearbox etc

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Old 14-12-2007, 03:03 PM   #2
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Not much and about as long as a piece of string
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Old 14-12-2007, 03:05 PM   #3
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An auto driveline will soak up around 30%, I think it is.
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It depends on the type/condition of the gearbox. Its a little inaccurate to throw out a % to cover all driveline combinations, but people will anyway.
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