Car Tuning News Features Articles ICE Car care Tuning Handling Wheels Tyres Intake Exhaust Transmission

How to add a turbo to a non turbo car.

The basic reason for forced induction (turbo or supercharger) is not to increase compression or the maximum pressure in an engine cylinder, it is to increase volumetric efficiency (the efficiency of the engine at drawing in air) although forced induction is the most effective method of upping compression.

In computer games we just tick a box, and within seconds our car is fully turbocharged and running much faster. In the real world things are very different.

How to add a turbo to a non turbo car.

The basic reason for forced induction (turbo or supercharger) is not to increase compression or the maximum pressure in an engine cylinder, it is to increase volumetric efficiency (the efficiency of the engine at drawing in air) although forced induction is the most effective method of upping compression.

In computer games we just tick a box, and within seconds our car is fully turbocharged and running much faster. In the real world things are very different.

What is brake fade and what causes brake fade?

This phenomenon known as brake fade can be quite unexpected and lethal and I would hazard a guess that 1 in 4 cars are likely to experience brake fade to some degree. Brake fade manifests itself by a spongy feel on the pedal and little or no braking force. Do not confuse brake fade with bad brakes or a mechanical fault as it applies to brake systems in relatively good condition.

Fitting Strut Braces and installation of brace

Fitting a strut brace and performance benefits "Strut your funky stuff" Think of a car like a shoebox with no […]

Todays featured car modification articles





TorqueCars Forums

Join TorqueCars our sister site to read over 300,000 posts on modified and tuned cars and tips.

This will also allow full access to their car project features, gallery and some and exclusive member only areas.




Forum Hot topics

  • Looking for tuners in Devon...
    Sign up now


  • Trying to get more power on my Supra twin turbo ...
    Sign up now


  • I must say this is one of the friendliest forums ever...
    Sign up now
  • Hey all new high score in the TorqueCars Arcade...
    Sign up now
  • Ford RS for sale wanted in Germany please.
    Sign up now
  • Once again thanks for the Tips ...
    Sign up now


Particulate Filter

Particulate filters and FAP Performance gains.
Read more...

Limited Slip Diffs

Limited slip diffs, which LSD is best for handling.
Read more...

Exhaust Wraps

Ceramic exhaust coatings and exhaust wraps
Read more...

Nos Nitrous

Adding NoS nitrous oxide to boost power gains.
Read more...

Water Injection

Benefits and drawbacks of engine water injection systems
Read more...

Respraying Car

Tips and how to respray: Respraying a car
Read more...

Spray Art2

Stunning sprayed art on car body panels
Read more...

Window Tints

How to apply car window tint tinting film.
Read more...

Headlamp Conversions

Headlight Conversion kits. HID, LED conversion kits.
Read more...

MPG Calculator

MPG calculator UK miles per Gallon - calculate MPG and save fuel
Read more...