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2008 News Review
We take a look at trends and developments over 2008
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Engine Swaps
A great way to dramatically increase the power of your car is with an engine swap
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Chip Tuning
Chip Tuning involves replacing the main ECU chip containing the map or reflashing this chip with a remap
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Window Tinting
Blacked out windows look cool so find out how to apply a window tinting film to your car
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Lowering
Nothing looks better than a car which has been lowered - removing the huge tractor like gap between the top of the wheel and the arches
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Quarter mile calculator
Calculate your approximate best possible quarter miles time from BHP & weight
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l per 100km
Calculate your Litres per 100kms
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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.
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Basic engine mods
Engine Tuning, an overview of engine modification & tuning options to improve performance. A brief introduction to the tuning mods to lift performance of your engine. Read article...
>>> Latest article in: Diesels
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...
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Diesel remaps - Read article...
Particulate filters - Read article...
>>> Latest article in: Engine Mods
Engine Knock
Engine knock is the curse of highly tuned engines. We look at some of the ways to avoid engine knock. Read article...
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Basic engine mods - Read article...
Chip Tuning - Read article...
Adding nitrous - Read article...
Porting and polishing - Read article...
Intake Valves - Read article...
>>> Latest article in: Forced Induction
Adding a Turbo
Things to look out for when adding a turbo to a non turbo car, some basic pointers. Like many modifications there is a lot more involved and if you are not careful adding a turbo can cause damage to your engine. Read article...
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intercoolers - Read article...
Superchargers - Read article...
Turbos - Read article...
Screamer pipes, BOV's - Read article...
Turbo uprating - Read article...
>>> Latest article in: Improve Handling
Spoilers & Wings
The areodynamic effect of spoilers on a cars performance. Discussion of the benefits and considerations for a good spoiler set up. Read article...
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Suspension settings - Read article...
Improving braking - Read article...
Strut braces - Read article...
Weight reduction - Read article...
Roll cages - Read article...
>>> Latest article in: Intake & Exhaust
Intake vents
Adding some vents in the bonnet will reduce the intake temperature and help the intercooler so you will make more power. As cold air carries more oxygen you will be able to burn more fuel if the intake air vent supplies colder air. Read article...
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Sports exhausts - Read article...
Exhaust wraps - Read article...
Sport Catalysts - Read article...
Induction Kits - Read article...
Valve Springs - 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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Quick shift kits - Read article...
Slip diffs - Read article...
Performance clutches - 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...
- [ Basic engine mods ]
- [ Chip Tuning ]
- [ Sports exhausts ]
- [ Diesel remaps ]
- [ Safety Mods ]
- [ Diesel Tuning ]
- [ Exhaust wraps ]
- [ Sport Catalysts ]
- [ Adding nitrous ]
- [ Quick shift kits ]
- [ Induction Kits ]
- [ Suspension settings ]
- [ intercoolers ]
- [ Porting and polishing ]
- [ Intake Valves ]
- [ Cryogenic Treatments ]
- [ Water Injection ]
- [ Camshafts ]
- [ Better spark ]
- [ Slip diffs ]
- [ Superchargers ]
- [ Engine balancing ]
- [ Turbos ]
- [ Improving braking ]
- [ Screamer pipes, BOV's ]
- [ Adding a Turbo ]
- [ Performance tyres ]
- [ Engine Swaps ]
- [ Valve Springs ]
- [ Turbo uprating ]
- [ Fuel and additives ]
- [ Electric Water pumps ]
- [ Performance clutches ]
- [ Engine Knock ]
- [ Flywheel lightening ]
- [ Strut braces ]
- [ remapped ECU ]
- [ Boost controllers ]
- [ Weight reduction ]
- [ Engine rebore ]
- [ Spoilers & Wings ]
- [ Particulate filters ]
- [ Intake vents ]
- [ Fuelling ]
- [ Roll cages ]
- [ Suspension ]
- [ Tuning for MPG ]
- [ Gearboxes ]
- [ Forced Induction ]
- [ Alloy wheels ]
- [ Engine mods ]
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