Data Logger Worth it or Not?

[AveryMcLawhorn]

Originally Posted by StockerStang912

Avery - we picked up maybe .03-.04 so far with small tweaks in limited runs but the safety factor as others have mentioned is worth the investment X10. We've found lean spots in the tune-up that have slowly been ironed out so the engine is happier everywhere in the run (burnout to stripe). Our tune-up will never be perfect, but a data logger allows us to intentionally "chase hp" with far less guess work.

I think there's likely a benefit with consistency as well as you can slowly improve each aspect of the combo and get it all into a healthier spot. Having ample data really accelerates the development curve since you have empirical visibility to so many more things that are going on during the run.

Those are some really good points. I have to say thanks to everyone that has replied. I have a brand new car and combination so I'm still trying to figure out where money is best spent. With that said I will be looking at data loggers some this off-season as it seems to be a reasonable investment based off all the comments.

Based off everyone's information, what are the recommend bare basic sensors to start with? What was the most valuable sensors added to the car?

Thanks,
Avery