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2009 news review
2009 saw many car companies under threat of bankrupcy
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Water Injection
We look at the pros and cons of water injection systems and the effect this can have on a highly tuned engine
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Flywheel lightening
Lightening the flywheel can make a large difference in the way the car engine responds and revs although there are drawbacks and compromises to take into account
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Dashboard styling
You will spend much time looking at the dashboard of the car and you certainly don't have to stick with the standard plastic, and dials that come as standard
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Body kits
Body kits although primarily cosmetic can dramatically alter the appearance of the car for the better
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Quarter mile calculator
Calculate your approximate best possible quarter miles time from BHP & weight
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Power gain calculator
Calculating the power gains from various engine mods with our simple power gain calculator
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
- [ Engine Knock ]
- [ Adding a Turbo ]
- [ Quick shift kits ]
- [ Flywheel lightening ]
- [ Gearboxes ]
- [ Performance tyres ]
- [ Sport Catalysts ]
- [ Sports coils ]
- [ remapped ECU ]
- [ Tune a Car ]
- [ Diesel remaps ]
- [ Diesel Tuning ]
- [ Alloy wheels ]
- [ Turbos ]
- [ Engine Swaps ]
- [ Camshafts ]
- [ Remote Turbo ]
- [ Porting and polishing ]
- [ Turbo uprating ]
- [ Induction Kits ]
- [ Basic engine mods ]
- [ Chip Tuning ]
- [ Sports exhausts ]
- [ Safety Mods ]
- [ Exhaust wraps ]
- [ Adding nitrous ]
- [ Suspension settings ]
- [ intercoolers ]
- [ Intake Valves ]
- [ Cryogenic Treatments ]
- [ Water Injection ]
- [ Better spark ]
- [ Slip diffs ]
- [ Superchargers ]
- [ Engine balancing ]
- [ Improving braking ]
- [ Screamer pipes, BOV's ]
- [ Valve Springs ]
- [ Fuel and additives ]
- [ Electric Water pumps ]
- [ Performance clutches ]
- [ Strut braces ]
- [ Boost controllers ]
- [ Weight reduction ]
- [ Engine rebore ]
- [ Spoilers & Wings ]
- [ Particulate filters ]
- [ Intake vents ]
- [ Fuelling ]
- [ Roll cages ]
- [ Suspension ]
- [ Tuning for MPG ]
- [ Forced Induction ]
- [ Engine mods ]
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