| Every major and minor working part of your car can | | | | you can also enhance airflow by removing the original |
| be fined-tuned to increase speed, smoothness, and | | | | airbox, which contains the air filter and hoses and |
| drivability. Let's explore the key areas of | | | | then replacing it with an induction kit. |
| performance tuning and see how each can contribute | | | | The kit is a cone filter that can be attached directly |
| to better driving. | | | | to the air flow meter, thus, creating a more directed, |
| Fine Engine Tuning | | | | uninterrupted airflow to the engine. More air means |
| There are several key areas of tuning that can help | | | | better engine performance. |
| give your car or truck an engine boost. One is to | | | | Exhaust Enhancement |
| install a performance chip. A performance chip can be | | | | With exhausts, you're not focusing on what's going |
| fitted in engines with fuel injection and an ECU, or | | | | into the engine, but what's coming out. There are |
| Electronic Control Unit. | | | | performance exhausts that minimize pressure |
| With a performance chip, non-turbo engines often | | | | restrictions for fumes that are on their way out. |
| result in about a 10 percent power boost while turbo | | | | Hint: Replace the factory-made exhaust manifold with |
| engines often see an increase of 25 to 30 | | | | an aftermarket brand that is tuned to boost power. |
| horsepower! | | | | A Better Ride with Enhanced Suspension |
| Engines also see a power boost with a performance | | | | Suspension is another key car tuning area that often |
| cam, which can be fitted by an experienced mechanic | | | | goes unnoticed. Lowering springs can be fitted to get |
| or a really knowledgeable homemechanic. Cams of | | | | a better look and feel for the car. Handling is |
| about 270 degrees can boost the engine up to an | | | | improved because the springs reduce roll when taking |
| extra 12 horsepower. | | | | corners. Also, the tires will have improved contact |
| A power boost valve can also be installed to replace | | | | with the road. |
| the fuel pressure regulator, which is located in the | | | | These springs might feel like standard springs when |
| return fuel line. | | | | driving over small bumps in the road; however, when |
| Brake Performance Tuning | | | | cornering hard they stiffen and reduce roll. This gives |
| Be sure to enhance your braking power before | | | | comfort and improved handling. Shock absorbers and |
| increasing power in your automobile. Brakes are very | | | | up-rated bushes also enhance suspension. |
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| replace the air filters or the air filter element in a | | | | Give special attention to these key areas during your |
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