Datsun Tuning Tips and Modifications

Maximise your Datsuns driving pleasure

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If you are looking to build the ultimate Datsun then you’ve found the right place.

Our tuning tips and articles for the Datsun cover all the best mods and latest tuning methods to help you build a great modified Datsun.

With the help of our forum members, industry professionals and seasoned car modders we present a best practice guide to modding your Datsun.

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Spoiler aerodymics rear spoiler design and construction

We look at how spoilers work? We also explain the difference between a spoiler and a wing. Spoilers are generally closer to the body of the car and help diffuse the air.

Wings are mounted much higher up and have an aerodynamic effect of creating downforce

Lightening the flywheel

Lightening the flywheel – the flywheel works in a similar way to the wheel in the toy cars you used to rev up and release and let it zoom off. The heavy wheel located between the engine and the gearbox builds up rotational force with speed and momentum.

Effectively storing the energy and helping the car resist changes in engine speed – good for cruising at a steady speed but bad when you need a fast engine response.

Benefits & advantages of Winter tyres & snow tyres

With the poor winter driving conditions hitting the UK in 2010 many drivers are looking at winter tyres. Other countries are prepared for the snow and poor weather and are used to the concept of winter tyres.

So what are winter tyres, what do they do and are they a good idea?

Induction Kits vs Panel Filters

Explore the differences and benefits of an induction kit compared to panel air filters in real world aplications. Do intake mods help you make more power? Is it worth the cost?

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