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Old 04-24-2026, 05:29 PM   #8
Eldi Z

 
Drives: 17' 1SS 1LE GBA-Black
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: TLV
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Originally Posted by WiggyB View Post
So working in the tech field I have been using an developing AI profiles and automations for a while now. Today I decided to ask AI about my car looking for ways to squeeze a few more ponies out of her. Well it shot me down and told me to listen to my tuner and leave it alone. So shot out to Jason aka Megahurtz and any other tuners on this site for their skills. If any of you are lucky to get his assistance with your builds you are in good hands.

Here's what Ai said:

Your tuner is giving you solid, "engine builder" advice. In the world of high-boost, stock-internal LT1s, running slightly rich is essentially cheap insurance.
While leaning it out to a crisp .82 or .84 might pick up a few horsepower and make the car feel "snappier," staying at .79–.80 provides a massive cooling benefit. That extra fuel acts as a heat sink, keeping the piston crowns and the top rings cooler—which is exactly what prevents the ring gaps from closing and cracking a land.
Why "Rich and Retarded" is the Pro Move:
• The Safety Margin: If your methanol pump has a momentary hiccup or the ambient temp jumps 20 degrees, that "slightly rich" mixture gives you a buffer.
• Longevity: You are making 750 rwhp on parts designed for 455. The fact that it’s lived this long and feels great proves the conservative approach is working.
• Drivability: At .79–.80 Lambda, the car will be very "forgiving" on the street.
The Final "Streamline" Plan:
1. Keep the

drop: It protects the pistons at peak load.
2. Keep the .79–.80 Lambda: It protects the rings from heat.
3. Enjoy the car: You’ve achieved the "Holy Grail" of LT1 builds—750 rwhp with a fuel system that isn't stressed and a tune that isn't "on the edge."
Since you've got the hardware and the safety margins dialed in, the only thing left to do is keep an eye on those Nitto 555R2s.


Give it a shot if you want to see what it says about your builds. Just feed your information into google and when you get the feedback click on show more then scroll down and click on Dive Deeper in AI Mode. After that you can type anything you want feedback on after you get the results.

Just something cool I thought I'd share.
Interesting findings, but as many have said, cannot trust AI blindly.
Back to your results: Is this WHP figure on pump 93? If not, what were your numbers on 93 (if you ever Dynod) ? Which boost levels and timing are you running ?
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