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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

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...

>>> Diesels articles

Diesel remaps

Remapping a turbo diesel engine is one of the best value modifications around. You will often see a power increase in the order of 30% and get more Torque, BHP and better MPG. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Diesel Tuning - Read article...

Particulate filters - Read article...


>>> Engine Mods articles

Engine rebore

Reboring the engine will increase your displacement and the power of the engine. Not all engines can be rebored read our rebore article for the full details. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Basic engine mods - Read article...

Engine Knock - Read article...

Flywheel lightening - Read article...

Sports coils - Read article...

remapped ECU - Read article...


>>> Forced Induction articles

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...

Other articles in this section...

Adding a Turbo - Read article...

Turbos - Read article...

Remote Turbo - Read article...

Turbo uprating - Read article...

intercoolers - Read article...


>>> Improve Handling articles

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...

Other articles in this section...

Suspension settings - Read article...

Strut braces - Read article...

Weight reduction - Read article...

Spoilers & Wings - Read article...

Roll cages - Read article...


>>> Intake & Exhaust articles

Sport Catalysts

The pros and cons of fitting a sports catalyst to your car. We also discuss running a decat and how this compares with a sports cat. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Fuelling - Read article...

Sports exhausts - Read article...

Induction Kits - Read article...

Exhaust wraps - Read article...

Valve Springs - Read article...


>>> Transmission articles

Quick shift kits

A quick shift kit will really shorten your gearchange times. Quick shifters will make the car more enjoyable to drive. Read article...

Other articles in this section...

Gearboxes - 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...

Other articles in this section...

Performance tyres - Read article...






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