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Spoiler aerodymics rear spoiler design and construction

We look at how spoilers work? We also explain the difference between a spoiler and a wing. Spoilers are generally closer to the body of the car and help diffuse the air.

Wings are mounted much higher up and have an aerodynamic effect of creating downforce

Cryogenic engine treatments

When putting more power through an engine you need to ensure that every part will perform at its optimum.

One of the motorsports favourite techniques to improve the durability of an engine is a process know as cryogenic treatments.

As you can guess from the use of the word Cryo – it involves the cooling and heating of the engine block to temper the metal changing its structure.

Benefits and drawbacks of engine water injection systems

You’ve finished tuning up your engine but you find that at full throttle the engine splutters or stalls. When you get the car on a diagnostic you find that the knock sensor is kicking in to protect the engine.

Engine knock is a condition where the fuel inside the engine ignites prematurely and occurs within an engine running at high compression. (It can also be caused by other factors including low octane/poor quality fuel or hot spots within the engine.)

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 […]

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Spoiler Aerodynamics

Spoiler aerodymics rear spoiler design and construction
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Sport Catalysts

Power gains from a sports catalyst
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Car Lightening

Weight reduction and lightening a car to increase performance.
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Diesel Tuning

Diesel Tuning for maximum power and torque
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Chip Tuning

Chip Tuning – better engine management.
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Body Kits

Car bodykits. Side skirts, sills, bumpers and wide body kits.
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Stretched Tyres

Are stretched tyres legal and safe
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Split Bonnets

Creating a custom self opening split bonnet or split hood.
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Lowerering

Lowering the suspension. Ride height adjustments.
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