The Fundamentals of Automotive Performance Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve already modified your car, understanding the fundamentals of bolt-on performance is the first step to making power, increasing performance and getting the most from your setup. In this issue, we’ll cover everything from air intake systems to full-fledged […]
Read MoreAir Intake Systems – The Pathway To More Power | Bolt-On Basics
There’s a reason why enthusiasts choose aftermarket air intakes as one of the first performance modifications. Not only are most intake systems fairly straightforward to understand and easy to install, they typically yield substantial power gains as well. With that said, don’t let air intakes’ apparent simplicity fool you. Aftermarket […]
Read MoreECU Tuning – Harnessing the Power of Technology | Bolt-On Basics
ECU tuning is the tie that binds an engine’s performance together. Gone are the days of jetting and synchronizing carburetors, replaced instead with modern handheld tuning devices and laptops. With numerous options available ranging from a simple reflash blackbox up to infinitely adjustable fuel and ignition mapping software, tuning solutions […]
Read MoreFuel Systems – Quench Your Engine’s Thirst | Bolt-On Basics
Your average internal combustion engine may sound smooth and composed from the outside, yet the internals work constantly to generate a series of explosions that set metal components into motion at a high rate of speed. Sure, an engine must be tough in order to produce hundreds or even thousands […]
Read MoreForced Induction – Boost for Max Power | Bolt-On Basics
When it comes to increasing your vehicle’s power output, forced-induction systems are the pinnacle of bolt-on performance. Out of all the bolt-on modifications available for today’s popular vehicles, forced-induction kits can offer the greatest gains in horsepower and torque. High-quality turbocharger or supercharger kits can bump power output by 40- […]
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