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The guzzling Ferrari 512 BB
July 31st, 2007 by Shenron
The Ferrari 512 BB is an improvement over the early version of 512 as this latest model introduces greater engine power, traction control and better optimization of fuel in terms of mileage.
The 512BB comes with the V-12 engine that can gear up to speeds of 302km/h. Moreover its stroke volume of 4943 and 5 gear system enables efficient driving up to high speeds. If you are an ultimate roadster you will also find a considerable load of enjoyment with this speed machine. Introduced in 1976 the 512 has a horse power of 340 @ 6200 rpm. Its total weight of 1515 kg has proven to be economical to overall weight to fuel efficiency. By carrying 110 liter of fuel in its gas tank it has enabled drivers to drive this speed machine at greater speeds. Moreover in its engine dry sump lubrication is used for good engine efficiency which increases its speed.
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Power Boosters
July 31st, 2007 by Shenron
There are different equipments that speed enthusiasts can attached to their car’s engine to boost power. One of them is what you call turbochargers. Plainly speaking, turbochargers are pumps that collect and compress air into the cylinder. By compressing the air, it allows more air to fit into the cylinder, creating more power because of the increase in combustibility of air-fuel mixture.
There are turbo kits available for different cars that are commonly modified for racing. The kits normally include manifolds, down pipes, intercooler, turbo, waste gate, blow off valve, fittings, and tubings, depending on the car make or model.
You can also get a turbo for your car from among different manufacturers such as HKS, Blitz, Greddy, and Garrett. Each manufacturer has different specifications of their turbos, therefore it is important to know which one fits your engine. Intercoolers usually go with turbos. Intercoolers make the compressed air cooler so that the cylinders can take in more air to increase horsepower.
Turbo boost controllers are used to increase the boost pressure of turbos. You can choose from industry leaders including HKS, Blitz, Greddy, and Turbosmart. They offer turbo boost controllers with different features and specifications. Some even allow you to program boost curves to vehicle speed.
Other turbo accessories include boost gauges and turbo timers. Boost gauges practically allows you to monitor boost levels, while turbo timers keeps your engine running for a specified time, giving the turbo time to cool down. It automatically switches off your engine after the preset time has lapsed.
Superchargers are just basically like turbochargers in function and use. The difference between the two lies in what run the air pumps. Superchargers are belt driven while turbochargers get power from the exhaust gas. It is simpler to install a supercharger than turbocharger because it has fewer parts than the latter. However, turbochargers are still preferred by most boost-hungry drivers due to its market availability. This means that drivers will not have a hard time looking for a turbo that will match with their engine.
Nitrous Oxide Systems (NOS) provides extra oxygen to burn more fuel resulting to increased energy and power. Nitrous Oxide is stored in its liquid form inside a highly pressurized container, but comes out of it in vapor form. It is injected into the engine’s intake valve, breaks down into its basic components of nitrogen and oxygen upon reaching a certain temperature level, producing more oxygen to burn more fuel, resulting in increased horsepower. This is excluding the power gain resulting from the inherent cooling property of nitrous oxide. A power boost of 100 to 300 percent over stock is not impossible with NOS.
What’s good about NOS is that is it versatile. You can use it in one car, take it out and install it in another without hassle. You can use NOS only when you need it; meaning you can use your car in its normal state saving you some gas money.
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Ferrari 360 Modena - The real speed cruiser
July 31st, 2007 by Shenron
The evil looks that the dashing headlights give from this car can certainly scare a person off. It’s enclosed two door coupe and broad front and back steel frames give it an amazing look of a speed cruiser. But get a load of this- it has a 3.6 liter V8 engine that generates 300kw of power to 100 km/h in just 4.3secs.
Now that’s a real speed guzzler. But what really gives this Ferrari a sleek look are the large door windows which narrow down from the back to the driver’s seat. Not only enabling a large panoramic view but a better sense of control as you have a better view of the external environment. As a convertible roadster it has an automatic roof top that easily adjusts to any settings. Enjoy the summer by opening the rooftop when desired or close it in a rain storm, as long you are inside the Modena you are free from external environment conditions.
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Power Up - Increase your Engine’s Power
July 30th, 2007 by Shenron
Modifying your stock car’s engine can give it the power and capacity to handle increased speed and load. There are a lot of things you can do to increase your engine’s driving power, like installing some after-market equipments to boost engine performance and changing some parts of your engine with performance parts.
Pistons serve as driving force behind an engine’s performance. Having a piston made of very strong material is vital in keeping your engines perform at its best. Forged pistons come in different kinds, depending on what manufacturers have to offer. There are forged pistons that aside from being heavy-duty are also lightweight. In the racing industry, durability and lightness is a perfect combination.
A rod connects the crankshaft to the piston, that’s why it is also called connecting rod. The number of rods will depend on the number of cylinders. Due to high power of race engines, rods should be strong and able to withstand fatigue. Forge rods in aluminum or nickel and chrome components are favorites of racing enthusiasts because of their durability and strength.
To improve performance, adjustable cam gears are very useful parts that you should consider adding on to your engine setup. They allow adjustment of the cam for proper camshaft timing. Different manufacturers have made adjustable cam gears in different material combinations, boasting of precise engineering, but all with the same purpose that is to get the most power.
Valve springs are critical to the engine. You have to get the specified valve springs for your type of engine. Incorrect valve springs can lead to engine failure. Valve springs should be made of high quality wires and processed in the latest technologies to be able to withstand the rigors of opening and closing both intake and exhaust valves.
ngine accessories, such as fuel injectors and pulley kits, can also be added to your car’s engine to improve performance. You can get more horsepower out of your engine if you have lighter pulley. Race fuel injectors are designed to provide needed fuel smoothly. Maximizing engine’s performance means having engine combustion efficiency that can be delivered by a good fuel injector.
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Chevrolet Impala
July 30th, 2007 by Shenron
Chevrolet impala is compact and a trendy car. The car has the ability to charm the people and can even make the non car lovers fall in love with it. The cars 3.5 base engine produces 211 hp which makes it performance unmatchable. The head lights of the car are designed beautifully to make it look attractive and flashy.
Chevrolet impala’s performance is augmented as the ratio of the power and the weight of car are in harmony. The car features excellent interior which makes the drive all the more fun filled and relaxing. Entire new look has been granted to the interior of the car makes it the most sought car of the year. The car is available in many royal colors from which you can choose the one that suits your personality. The wheelbase of the car is perfect which makes it safe while driving it at high speeds.
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