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Car tuning - Advice for Modified performance Cars

It is possible to blow huge amounts of money on car tuning ruining it and ending up with a fuel drinking stodgy bone shaker that looks like a Christmas tree from last year. To discuss car tuning projects and ideas more fully you can join us in our fast growing forum where you are sure to meet like minded car enthusiasts.

This car tuning guide is intended to assist you in deciding which mods to do and gives a realistic opinion of what the car will end up like and gives a common sense guide on the pitfalls to avoid and common mistakes. Track cars are rebuilt each time they are raced and they are set up for optimum conditions on the flat surface of the track.

We have to tune our cars to work for a whole year without a service. We run over potholes and speed bumps and contend with a variety of weather conditions and loads. With this in mind we need to target practical tuning mods that will cope with everyday driving and maintain reliability but also help you to get the maximum enjoyment from your car.

Latest Article in: Tuning

Engine Knock

Engine knock is the curse of highly tuned engines. We look at some of the ways to avoid engine knock. Read article...

>>> Diesels articles

Diesel Tuning

Modern Turbo diesel engine can be very easily tuned to offer substantially more power and torque. In many cases the MPG will remain the same or better so it really is a win win tuning solution with a remap. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Diesel remaps - Read article...

Particulate filters - Read article...


>>> Engine Mods articles

Sports coils

We look at the advantages of having a sports ignition coil and performance coil packs. A bigger spark means more power and better combustion. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Engine Knock - Read article...

Flywheel lightening - Read article...

remapped ECU - Read article...

Tune a Car - Read article...

Engine Swaps - Read article...


>>> Forced Induction articles

Remote Turbo

We take a look at the trend of adding a remote turbo charger kit. A remote turbo fits further down the exhaust and is easier to fit than a standard turbo. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Adding a Turbo - Read article...

Turbos - Read article...

Turbo uprating - Read article...

intercoolers - Read article...

Superchargers - Read article...


>>> Improve Handling articles

Suspension

Car suspension setup and suspension tuning guide. Lowering the car and avoiding rubbing tyres and other problems. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Suspension settings - Read article...

Improving braking - Read article...

Strut braces - Read article...

Weight reduction - Read article...

Spoilers & Wings - Read article...


>>> Intake & Exhaust articles

Valve Springs

We take a look at the phenomenal work done by the valve springs in an engine and the impact this has on performance. Valve springs need to be chosen carefully to ensure you get the best for your engine. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Sport Catalysts - Read article...

Induction Kits - Read article...

Sports exhausts - Read article...

Exhaust wraps - Read article...

Fuel and additives - Read article...


>>> Transmission articles

Gearboxes

Gearbox ratio selection can dramatically improve acceleration if matched carefully to your engines power bands. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Quick shift kits - Read article...

Slip diffs - Read article...

Performance clutches - Read article...


>>> Wheels & Tyres articles

Alloy wheels

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

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Performance tyres - Read article...






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