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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...

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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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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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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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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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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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Gearboxes

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

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• [ Better spark ]
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• [ Superchargers ]
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• [ Turbos ]
• [ Improving braking ]
• [ Screamer pipes, BOV's ]
• [ Adding a Turbo ]
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• [ Engine Swaps ]
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• [ remapped ECU ]
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