Slip diffs
"Time for something DIFFrent"
Every car has a slip diff but with a few tweaks you can totally transform your cars performance in the wet and other low grip conditions.
In a recent track test a Megane 225 Sport with a Limited slip diff out performed a number of more powerful cars on a wet track which goes some way to show how important this often overlooked part of the car is.
TorqueCars members also appreciate the value of this straightforward cost effective modification.… Read More...
Limited slip diffs, which LSD is best for handling. Read More...
Uprating brakes is an essential modification.
"There's always time for a brake!"
Brakes – part of going fast requires that one is able to stop as fast.
The brake works with a friction pad, which is pressed against a Disc – the friction converts the momentum of the car into heat which is then dissipated over the brake disc slowing up the car.
Heat is a big problem with heavy braking and a racecar must be prepped to cope with the high heat demands placed on the braking system.… Read More...
Brake upgrade kits. 4 to 6 piston and larger vented disc conversions. Read More...
The inlet and outlet ports on the engine block are usually larger than those of the manifolds that connect to them.
This allows for scope in the manufacturing process to allow for mismatched alignment.
Generally the engine ports are larger in the upstream flow direction avoiding turbulance but power gains can be made by matching these up. Read More...
Principles of porting an engine and big valve conversions Read More...
So what exactly is engine knock and how dangerous is it? What causes engine knock and how can it be avoided?
You may notice a knocking or rattling noise from your engine or a sudden loss of power under full throttle.
Immediately back off the throttle and only use low rpm engine speeds until you can get the engine investigated.
The chances are that you are suffering from a condition known as “engine knock”. Read More...
How to avoid engine knock and pinging Read More...Car Tuning
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