25lb. VS 40lb flywheel

[FastTimmy]

Would there be any good reason to use a 25lb. flywheel instead of a 40lb.(current one)flywheel? The application is a 546in. blower motor coupled to a bravo 1.

[blowngas]

FastTimmy:
Would there be any good reason to use a 25lb. flywheel instead of a 40lb.(current one)flywheel? The application is a 546in. blower motor coupled to a bravo 1. the lighter wheel on any engine will improve throttle response within reason---would only change out if you didn't have to buy one with the combo you run---the blower makes up for any fw weight---

[wfodude]

hmm seems to me that as you stab the throttle any extra weight will add to twist the crank might have. Thats just dead weight hangin there so lighten up the boat and get rid of it . Most people I know agree to lighten your reciprocating weight if at all possible...but who am I to say....just .02
[ February 24, 2003, 03:32 PM: Message edited by: wfodude ]

[FastTimmy]

Sounds like enough to try.
Thanks
TS

[Rexone]

The heavier flywheel will smooth out the idle a little with a big cam too (if you have a big cam). While it's true you'll see a little quicker acceleration with a lighter flywheel it's not even going to hardly be noticeable. The difference in an alum wheel which is lighter still is sometimes hard to feel. Just my .03. :)