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Remaps for diesel engines

Our members frequently talk about their latest mods and power figures. Many of our members have remapped their diesel engines and boast of more power, better economy and unchanged reliability.

But do the claims live up to reality? What sort of power figures can you get from a diesel remap? Diesels have really come so far in a very short time.

Building a 10 second car

We look at what it takes to build a 10 second car and examine the power and weight requirements to reach the sub 11 second goal on the drag strip.

Follow our tips and you can make a 10 second car quite cheaply and within your budget with some power mods and serious weight reduction.

Adding NoS nitrous oxide to boost power gains.

Giggle gas – something to put a smile on your face. "Giggle Gas – Nitrous Oxide (N20) the power button!" […]

Comparison of Turbo’s and superchargers

Both work on the same principle they blow air into the engine under pressure. Both have a turbine which spins up depending on the engine speed and the higher the revs the greater the volume of air is forced into the engine. But there are some major differences between the two and which is best for your project?

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Engine Mods

Engine tuning mods for various engine types
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Electric Water Pumps

Electric water pumps
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Porting Polishing

Principles of porting an engine and big valve conversions
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Diesel Tuning

Diesel Tuning for maximum power and torque
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Winter Tyres

Benefits & advantages of Winter tyres & snow tyres
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Car Mats

Tailored fitted custom and off the shelf car mats.
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Car Stickers

Car stickers – vinyl printed stickers.
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Steering Wheels

Aftermarket steering wheels
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Body Kits

Car bodykits. Side skirts, sills, bumpers and wide body kits.
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MPG Calculator

MPG calculator UK miles per Gallon - calculate MPG and save fuel
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