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Car tuning - Advice for Modified performance Cars

It is possible to blow huge amounts of money on car tuning ruining it and ending up with a fuel drinking stodgy bone shaker that looks like a Christmas tree from last year. To discuss car tuning projects and ideas more fully you can join us in our fast growing forum where you are sure to meet like minded car enthusiasts.

This car tuning 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 and gives a common sense guide on the pitfalls to avoid and common mistakes. Track cars are rebuilt each time they are raced and they are set up for optimum conditions on the flat surface of the track.

We have to tune our cars to work for a whole year without a service. We run over potholes and speed bumps and contend with a variety of weather conditions and loads. With this in mind we need to target practical tuning mods that will cope with everyday driving and maintain reliability but also help you to get the maximum enjoyment from your car.

Latest Article in: Tuning

Better spark

The spark plug sports coil and HT leads have a big impact on a cars performance. Maximising the efficiency of the spark will increase power. We examine the effect of a performance ignition system Read article...

>>> Latest article in: Diesels

Particulate filters

Diesel engines have a mysterious item known as particulate filters. What does the particulate filter do and does it affect performance. Read article...

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Diesel Tuning - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Engine Mods

Porting and polishing

Porting and polishing an engine will increase the power gains available. Air flow will be improved through the head and power gains are achieved. Read article...

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Better spark - Read article...

remapped ECU - Read article...

Basic engine mods - Read article...

Engine rebore - Read article...

Intake Valves - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Forced Induction

intercoolers

Improve the power of your turbo engine with an aftermarket intercooler. Uprating the intercooler can achieve power gains of 5 to 10% Read article...

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Superchargers - Read article...

Boost controllers - Read article...

Screamer pipes, BOV's - Read article...

Forced Induction - Read article...

Adding a Turbo - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Improve Handling

Improving braking

Making the car go faster means you should also be able to brake faster. Adding uprated brake mods like vented and grooved brake discs and DOT 5 fluid will improve your stopping power. Read article...

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Weight reduction - Read article...

Strut braces - Read article...

Spoilers & Wings - Read article...

Roll cages - Read article...

Suspension - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Intake & Exhaust

Induction Kits

Cold air intake induction kits and their impact on performance. Induction kit benefits and drawbacks results. Best induction kits for petrol and diesel engined cars. Read article...

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Fuel and additives - Read article...

Sports exhausts - Read article...

Intake vents - Read article...

Fuelling - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Transmission

Performance clutches

Power clutches and triple plate clutches. Clutch modifications. Avoiding judder and clutch selection guide for a fast street car or track day setup. Troubleshooting problems with a new clutch like slip and drag. Read article...

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Slip diffs - Read article...

Quick shift kits - Read article...

Gearboxes - Read article...


>>> Latest article in: Wheels & Tyres

Alloy wheels

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

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Performance tyres - Read article...





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