Guide to Tuning parts
			How combustion engines work So how do you make a car go faster? Aside from pushing the accelerator pedal harder there are some basic things that can be done. The internal combustion engine works on the principle suck, bang, blow. Air is drawn in to the engine (this is the suck stage) then it is mixed with Fuel and compressed – then along come a bright spark and the Bang is achieved – releasing all that compressed energy which forces the air out of the engine along the exhaust this is the Blow stage. its possible to blow huge amounts of money on a car ruining it and ending up with a fuel drinking stogy bone shaker that looks like a Christmas tree from last year. This guide is intended to assist you in deciding which mods to do and gives a realistic opinion of what the car will end up like. Feel free to use our BHP increase calculator to guide you further Here is our guide to the options open to you:- How to improve air induction How to maximise combustion How to increase the exhaust rate The importance of oil Lightening the flywheel Stopping the car! Nitrous injection Clutch Systems Fuel & Additives Tyres - choosing the best rubber Choosing the best wheels Gearbox ratio selection Internal engine mods Turbos & Superchargers
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