Datsun Tuning Tips and Modifications

Maximise your Datsuns driving pleasure

Thank you so much for visiting TorqueCars, we love Datsun’s and see quite a few interesting projects.

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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Weight reduction and lightening a car to increase performance.

Maximise your performance gains with strict weight reduction. "Weight reduction. Putting your car on a diet.." Lighter cars are quicker […]

Vents – adding performance with Bonnet vents.

Performance gains are possible with the addition of bonnet vents.

Warm air really does kill performance. This is due to the air intake temperatures being hot and air at high temperatures carries less oxygen.

When driving an engine hard the under bonnet temperatures quickly build up and the engine has no choice but to suck this air in reducing your power.

Panel air filters

We look at panel filters and compare these to induction kits and look at the pros and cons of each type of filter and the performance benefits you’ll get. Do panel filters improve performance and power.

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

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