Questions on torque curves, ignition vs compression ect.
I enjoy this game a ton, and often lose many many hours trying to pull that last HP out of each motor, however I do have a couple questions regarding when to use really high compression and low ignition timing or vice versa and the benefits of each method. I often find myself striking a balance between the two, using timing in the 50-65 range and adjusting compression from there to match the fuel.
This poses a couple questions for me though, if I want to move the torque curve toward the bottom, or stretch it out over a larger rpm band, how about do I do this? Sure we can use a smaller cam profile but it usually cuts top end power quite a bit, for frankly pretty small gains down low. How does changing timing and compression effect the curves? I never really notice a difference if I tune to extremes, like using 100 on timing or super high compression. I have a solid handle on the designer and have built many solid engines that are viable for the game(no insane man hours or huge costs), but I seem to lack that little extra other members do that make them that little bit better.
I specifically have issues with the quality sliders, I tend to leave them all at 0 because of how much they impact man hours. I never know when I can do a -1 or -2 to add that somewhere else. Does anyone have some basic tips on this area?
Anything we can gather here about some tips and tricks to get your engine to the next level I think would help me and the community so post what you can!
Thanks!