• Hot topics in our Members forum


    What turbo upgrade do you recommend for a Skyline RB32...
    Sign up now
  • The article on engine tuning was one of the best I have ever...
    Sign up now
  • How do I wire up neon lights. I want to add ...
    Sign up now
  • Thats the funniest thing I have read in ages ...
    Sign up now

Join the forum today and benefit from over 15,000 articles on tuning styling and friendly banter. You will also have full access to the members gallery and the members arcade. (All car owners are welcome - you just need to enjoy cars.
Sign up now


Datsun Tuning Tips and Modifications

Maximise your Datsuns driving pleasure

Datsun car tuning tips and advice. We have a wide range of tuning articles covering all models of Datsun from small engined family cars to large engine hot hatches and executive cars. Following our tuning tips you will avoid many of the common mistakes and actually achieve the car setup you desire. Please join the forum for model specific questions and answers and to meet other owners and see what modifications they have done.

Torquecars started providing Datsun styling, car tuning and car upgrades Tips and advice back in 2004 and have grown from strength to strength with a fast growing membership of all types of Datsun owners. This year we are organising our first car show in Kent. Our Datsun tuning and Datsun styling articles are continually updated so for the latest Datsun styling,tuning and upgrades advice, tips and pointers please check back regularly. Once again we recommend you join our Datsun owners forum and swap styling ideas with like minded Datsun owners.

  • Selected Datsun Stats

Latest Article in: Tuning

remapped ECU

Remapped ECU or sports computer tuning are an excellent way of adding power to the car. The characteristics of the engine can be completely revised and more power released over the conservative factory tuning map. Read article...

>>> Datsun Tuning: Diesels

Datsun Particulate filters

Diesel engines have a mysterious item known as particulate filters. What does the particulate filter do and does it affect performance. Read article...


>>> Datsun Tuning: Engine Mods

Datsun Intake Valves

Larger intake valves allow more air into the engine. 16v conversions on 8v heads produce similar results. Read article...


>>> Datsun Tuning: Forced Induction

Datsun Forced Induction

Comparing the effect of Turbo's and Superchargers. Turbos give a powerful kick and supercharges are more progressive in power delivery. Read article...


>>> Datsun Tuning: Improve Handling

Datsun Improving braking

Making the car go faster means you should also be able to brake faster. Adding uprated brake mods like vented and grooved brake discs and DOT 5 fluid will improve your stopping power. Read article...


>>> Datsun Tuning: Intake & Exhaust

Datsun Fuelling

Uprating the fuel system to avoid starvation and lean running. More power means that more fuel is required so we need to uprate the fuel system. Read article...


>>> Datsun Tuning: Transmission

Datsun Slip diffs

Upgrading the limited Slip diff LSD in a car can improve its handling in corners and the wet. Uprated LSD is often overlooked when it comes to tuning but can really reduce your track times. Read article...


>>> Datsun Tuning: Wheels & Tyres

Datsun Alloy wheels

Alloy wheels and their impact on handling and performance. Wheel section improves handling, rotational weight and reduces wear. Read article...




(c)TTB 0.48146 s.