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• Gearboxes

  Gearbox ratio selection can dramatically improve acceleration if matched carefully to your engines power bands
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• Screamer pipes, BOV's

  Blow off valves, dump valves and screamer pipes and their effect on performance and the way they increase power
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• Steering Wheels

  Improve your cars interior with a new steering wheel
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  Deciding on a look is vital before you start styling a car
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• Selected Volvo Stats
• 940 940 Saloon 2.3 GLE 4d Auto - 2316 cc - 130 bhp - -
• 850 850 Estate 2.0 (126bhp) 5d Auto - 1984 cc - 126 bhp - 170 Nm
• 850 850 Saloon 2.0 CD (143bhp) 4d - 1984 cc - 143 bhp - -
• C70 C70 Convertible 2.0T 2d - 1984 cc - 163 bhp - 230 Nm
• 940 940 Estate 2.3 GLE 16V 5d - 2316 cc - 155 bhp - -

Section:Volvo

260 Tuning

Tuning the 260 for more bhp power and 260 performance increase Read On

All Volvo Articles

• [ 260 Tuning ]
• [ 740 Tuning ]
• [ 960 Tuning ]
• [ 240 Tuning ]
• [ 940 Tuning ]
• [ 760 Tuning ]
• [ 850 Tuning ]

Latest Article in: Tuning

Cryogenic Treatments

We take a look at the performance benefits of cryogenic engine treatments. Extreme cooling and heating of the block reduces friction and raises strength. Read article...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Diesels

Volvo 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...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Engine Mods

Volvo Intake Valves

Larger intake valves allow more air into the engine. 16v conversions on 8v heads produce similar results. Getting a big valve conversion kit will improve the power of your engine. Read article...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Forced Induction

Volvo Turbo uprating

Uprating the turbo in your car is a great way to increase power. A different profile of turbine will drmatically reduce lag and increase peak power altering your whole Torque curve. Turbo tuning using an aftermarket turbo gives a big power gain. Read article...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Improve Handling

Volvo Strut braces

How to fit a strut brace and the performance benefits of strut braces. A strut brace is an easy modification that can dramatically improve your cars handling. Read article...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Intake & Exhaust

Volvo 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...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Transmission

Volvo Slip diffs

Upgrading the limited Slip diff LSD in a car can improve its handling in corners and the wet. Uprated LSD is often overlooked when it comes to tuning but can really reduce your track times. Read article...

>>> Volvo Tuning: Wheels & Tyres

Volvo Alloy wheels

Alloy wheels and their impact on handling and performance. Wheel section improves handling, rotational weight and reduces wear. Read article...

All Tuning Articles

• [ Cryogenic Treatments ]
• [ Turbo uprating ]
• [ Superchargers ]
• [ Camshafts ]
• [ Better spark ]
• [ Intake Valves ]
• [ Engine Knock ]
• [ Flywheel lightening ]
• [ Strut braces ]
• [ Sport Catalysts ]
• [ remapped ECU ]
• [ Fuel and additives ]
• [ Boost controllers ]
• [ Improving braking ]
• [ Weight reduction ]
• [ Basic engine mods ]
• [ Engine rebore ]
• [ Performance clutches ]
• [ Slip diffs ]
• [ Sports exhausts ]
• [ Performance tyres ]
• [ Engine balancing ]
• [ Induction Kits ]
• [ Spoilers & Wings ]
• [ Porting and polishing ]
• [ Quick shift kits ]
• [ Particulate filters ]
• [ Intake vents ]
• [ Fuelling ]
• [ Roll cages ]
• [ Screamer pipes, BOV's ]
• [ Suspension ]
• [ Tuning for MPG ]
• [ Adding nitrous ]
• [ Gearboxes ]
• [ Suspension settings ]
• [ Forced Induction ]
• [ intercoolers ]
• [ Adding a Turbo ]
• [ Alloy wheels ]
• [ Engine mods ]
• [ Diesel Tuning ]
• [ Engine Swaps ]