Gaining Speed & Power with Velocity Stack for IC Engines

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Velocity stacks enhance the performance of internal combustion engines by improving airflow into the carburetor, resulting in better breathing and lower inlet restriction. They work by straightening and accelerating the airflow, which can optimize engine power across different RPM ranges. The length and shape of the stacks can influence peak power and overall performance, prompting tuners to experiment with various designs. Some advanced setups include variable-length stacks that adjust with RPM changes, as well as modifications to valve timing for improved efficiency. Overall, velocity stacks are not only functional but also add an aesthetic appeal to engine setups.
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Why would a velocity stack improve an ic engines performance?
 
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It's pretty much just an air funnel. It straightens and accelerates the airflow into the carbeurator to make breathing easier. (And they look cool.)
 
Low inlet restriction.
 
harmonic pulses play a roll too
liength of stack/ and total path vary peak power

both inlet and out let's size and path can move peak and total power
up or down the RPM range
so tuners play with size and shapes

some have tryed varyable leingth stacks that move in or out as RPM changes
and some vary valve opening timeimg or use one of 2 inlet valves at lower RPM in 4 valve motors

and yes they look cool too
 
Thanks for the additional info, Ray. I knew that manifold runner length did that, but not the stacks. Not that I'll ever use the things, but it's a good tip.
 
My idea is that I want to use immerse Whitetail Antlers in a fishtank to measure their volumetric displacement (the Boone and Crockett system is the current record measurement standard to place in a juxtaposition with) I would use some sight glass plumbed into the side of the tank to get the change in height so that I can multiply by the tank cross-section. Simple Idea. But... Is there a simple mechanical way to amplify the height in the sight glass to increase measurement precision...

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