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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

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...

>>> Latest article in: Diesels

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...

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Diesel Tuning - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Engine Mods

Engine mods

Engine tuning tips and strategies for different size engines. The approach to tuning a 1.1 litre engine is different to that for a large v8 or turbocharged engine. Strategies for tuning projects. Read article...

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remapped ECU - Read article...

Basic engine mods - Read article...

Engine rebore - Read article...

Intake Valves - Read article...

Engine balancing - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Forced Induction

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...

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Superchargers - Read article...

Boost controllers - Read article...

Screamer pipes, BOV's - Read article...

intercoolers - Read article...

Adding a Turbo - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Improve Handling

Strut braces

How to fit a strut brace and the performance benefits of strut braces. A strut brace is an easy modification that can dramatically improve your cars handling. Read article...

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Improving braking - Read article...

Weight reduction - Read article...

Spoilers & Wings - Read article...

Roll cages - Read article...

Suspension - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Intake & Exhaust

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...

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Fuel and additives - Read article...

Sports exhausts - Read article...

Induction Kits - Read article...

Intake vents - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Transmission

Gearboxes

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

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Performance clutches - Read article...

Slip diffs - Read article...

Quick shift kits - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Wheels & Tyres

Performance tyres

Selection of performance tyres, tread patterns, softness and profile can have a big effect on performance. Read article...

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Alloy wheels - Read article...





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