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Getting the power from the engine to the wheels is the job of the transmission and this is an area where a lot of cars can lose power.
We look at the best Transmission mods from low ratio gearboxes, quick shift kits and slip differentials.
Being able to change gear as quickly as possible can make a big difference in time critical situations like drag racing and even track day racing.
The slowest component in any car is the driver and there is little that can be done to improve that. A quick shift kit will help to give you the competitive edge by enabling faster gear changes and allowing more ‘feel’ by reducing play. Read More...
Flywheel lightening and its impact on engine performance.
"No Fly(wheels) on us."
Lightening the flywheel – the flywheel works in a similar way to the wheel in the toy cars you used to rev up and release and let it zoom off. The heavy wheel located between the engine and the gearbox builds up rotational force with speed and momentum.
Effectively storing the energy and helping the car resist changes in engine speed – good for cruising at a steady speed but bad when you need a fast engine response. … Read More...
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