
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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Competition cars get rebuilt regularly and operate with premium fuels and on smooth tracks – sadly we have to tune our cars to work for a year without a service, cope with potholes and speed bumps and cope with a variety of weather conditions and loads along with varying fuel quality.
Compromises must be made but we will highlight your best options for each car.
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?
Let’s look at some questions that we’ve had about turbos “what is a turbo” “why were turbos invented” and “how do they work “, “what are blow-off valves”, “what’s a wastegate actuator do” and “what are twin scroll turbos & what’s the difference between them and standard turbos”?
Complete guide to the differences between Miller, Otto and Atkinson Cycle Engines and the pros and cons of each type of engine.
Find out about spark plug electrode designs, materials used and the effect these will have on your performance and hot vs cold spark plugs.
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