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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.

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?

Brake upgrade kits. 4 to 6 piston and larger vented disc conversions.

Uprating brakes is an essential modification. "There's always time for a brake!" Brakes – part of going fast requires that […]

Power gains from a sports catalyst

Catalysts are a vital component in our modern tree hugging environmentally conscious society. First TorqueCars will look at what a catalyst does and how it works.

A catalyst is actually a term used to explain anything which accelerates or performs a chemical reaction. In a car the exhaust fumes are fed through a matrix of ceramic honeycomb lined with precious metals.

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Engine Mods

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Electric Water Pumps

Electric water pumps
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Diesel Hot Hatch

Diesels? On Torquecars, Really?
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Turbos Vs Superchargers

Comparison of Turbo’s and superchargers
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Valve Springs

High performance valve springs
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Vehicle Wraps

Total vehicle wraps and applying vinyl wrap to your car.
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Under Car Neons

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Alloy Wheels 2

Alloy wheels – choosing the best rims.
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Chrome Paint

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