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Trabant Tuning

June 9th, 2009 by Shenron

The Trabant is a small wonderful car produced by former East German auto maker VEB Sachsenring Automobilwerke Zwickau in Zwickau, Sachsen. Once upon a time in East Germany, it was the most common car on the road. Despite being compact and light, the Trabant had a good seating space for 4 adults along with some excellent room for luggage. Despite its ordinary performance and smoky two-stroke engine, the car has come to be regarded with derisive affection as a symbol of the failed aspects of former East Germany and of the fall of communism.

The love for Trabant in the hearts of many enthusiasts is quite evident till today when we see so many tuned up versions in succession. Germany still remains as the best place to witness such cars. It is more of an inspiration to think that we might have a successor of this retro just like Beatle or Mini.

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The best thing you could do to your Trabant is to transform it into a speed monster. A good 900 cc engine replacement is a wonderful modification. An ordinary engine won’t be able to cope up with the already existing configuration hence a customized version of cylinders, crank and pistons is needed. Backed by the new racing spark plugs from NGK and a buffed carburettor from FZ, the little Trabant produces a 65 bhp of power which can pump it to a top speed of 190 Km/h.

Some more modifications include modification of the chassis completely and chopping of front pillars. Reducing them by about 60-70 mm would give a great shape to the car. Windows and fenders can be used from any other short models available these days. The headlights need to give a trendy look. VW Golf makes awesome designs of headlights that suit the smaller cars a lot.

The mirrors need to come from a sports motorbike like Ducati or Honda for better looks. Since it is an old-fashioned car, hence it needs some protection gear as well. A roll cage, Jamex leather sporting seats and a 30 cm wide Raid steering wheel add up to the protection kit.

Trabant Tuning

Koni shock absorbers are excellent in handling big deflections. Though the car looks awkward sometimes, but handling becomes very good and so does your protection level. Supportive alloy rims, heavy suspensions and a whole new set of round disc brakes can make a lot of difference in your Trabant.

Some subtle touches in the looks would also help a lot. Crystal black colour with some beautiful air brushes can change your car from a regular speed racer to a contemporary queen. The Trabant surely needs more oxygen intake for better combustion. Since the engine is a two-stroke built, hence a new exhaust kit needs to be installed so that the natural performance grows from within. The kit allows better performance and mileage as well.

Trabant has always been one of the most favoured cars on the roads of Germany. Who knows it might just scoop away the streets of Asia as well?

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LED Light Accessories for Your Car

February 14th, 2009 by Justin

Over the years, new technologies have emerged which not only can make your vehicle look much better and add functionality, but also make it much safer.  One of the innovations that have hit the after market car industry is LED lighting.  Today, you can purchase LED lighting which are not only more energy efficient than traditional light bulbs, but also brighter, more colorful and more reliable.

LED lighting for cars come in a wide variety of accessories, here are just a few.

LED Brake Lights
On a variety of new vehicles, you will now see brake lights and turn signals that are made from LED lights.  These lights are not only brighter, but are aesthetically pleasing to the eye.  And if your car didn’t come with LED lighting, many after market accessory companies now produce brake lights and turn signals for your make and model.  This accessory will not only help you to customize your vehicle, but with LED lights, your car will definitely stand out in the crowd.

LED Side View Mirrors
Looking for an easy way to add LED Lighting to the exterior of your vehicle?  With LED side view mirrors, you can easily add a turn signal to your side view mirror which not only adds to functionality, but also makes your car more noticeable in the daytime or night.  LED side view mirrors definitely offer safety and for the most part are affordable and easy to install.

LED Interior Lighting
If you are tired of poor lighting in your interior, you can now easily add LED lighting to it.  LED interior lighting can give you a blue, red, purple, etc tinge that not only looks great, but can make your car quite unique.  There is even interior lighting that can react to the fluctuations of the music coming out of your stereo.

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Cleaning Your Car’s Interior

February 14th, 2009 by Justin

If you are car tuning enthusiast, you probably feel lots of pride about your car.  Unfortunately, even if the exterior of your vehicle looks great, if the inside of your vehicle has garbage from last night’s fast food meal or is just dirty, grimy and smelly, no one will want to drive with you and yes, you might not even impress than cute girl you were hoping to take out.

So what should one do?

Clean your interior, here are some tips.

Basic Cleaning Products Work Great
You don’t need anything fancy to clean your car’s interior.  In fact, there are only a few items that you should have on hand.  They include, window cleaner, a leather and vinyl cleaner, carpet cleaner, all purpose cleaner and some good paper towels, cloths and a brush.

If you have a leather interior, your cleaning will probably be very quick and easy.  Leather and vinyl is generally the easiest to clean since you won’t have to shampoo the cloth.  However, if you are cleaning the leather upholstery, don’t put too much leather cleaner on, you don’t want to slide around your vehicle and get greasy residue on your clothing.  For cloth interiors, most will stay clean with little maintenance- specifically a good vacuuming.  However, for large, noticeable stains, try an interior shampoo product.  These products are sometimes cumbersome, but usually remove the stain and help your car to smell nice.

Don’t Forget to Clean the Windows and Dash
A nice, clear, sparkling dash and windows can be just the thing you need to give your car some more oomph.  Classic glass cleaners work great. And once your dash and windows are clean, it is time to add the finishing touch- a nice scent.  You don’t have to smell pine trees, instead hook your car up with a more sophisticated fragrance.

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Customized Parts for Your Car

February 13th, 2009 by Justin

If you are a car tuning enthusiast that is looking to add some style, as well as performance to your vehicle, one way to do so is with customized parts for your car.  Today, there are plenty of ways to purchase customized parts for your vehicle.

First off, the easiest way to do so is with after market products that are offered by literally thousands of companies all around the world.

Custom Engine Car Parts

Body Kits for Performance and Style
One of the ways to really make your vehicle stand out in the crowd is to add a body kit to it.  Body kits not only add style, but performance due to the fact they are generally more aerodynamic.  Many body kits offer ground effects, side skirts, front and rear bumper lips and more.  Some body kits today come in fiberglass, carbon fiber or poly-urethane or ABS plastic.  Usually the type of materials used will determine the cost.

Custom Wheels
If you are looking for style without drastically changing your exterior, it’s easy to customize your wheels.  Changing the rims on your vehicle will definitely make it look different and you can even get some extra performance by choosing a set that is light weight or fits larger or that has wider tires.  Generally speaking, custom wheels are very easy to buy and install.  And for those that want something totally original, there are a few manufacturers that allow you to create your own design.

Customize Your Interior
It’s also easy to customize your interior.  You can purchase seat covers or install racing seats.  Other interior accessories include racing mats with badging, neon lighting, gauges, pedal kits and more.  If you are looking to make your vehicle unique, today you can easily do so with a wide variety of after market items.

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Racing Mirrors

February 13th, 2009 by Justin

Years ago, most vehicles came with only a driver’s side mirror and a rearview mirror.  It seems crazy these days not to have a passenger side mirror on your vehicle and many drivers use other types of mirrors in their vehicle to see the road and traffic for safe, as well as performance driving.  If you are looking for mirror accessories, here are just a few.

Turbo Racing Mirrors

Foldable Mirrors
One of the complaints that many car tuning enthusiasts mention is that they would like to protect their side view mirrors when they park in tight parking spots.  One of the best ways to do so is with a foldable mirror.  Foldable mirrors can either electronically or manually fold inwards towards the door so that other cars won’t hit or scratch them.  They are generally easy to install and depending on the vehicle and type you choose relatively affordable.

Mirrors with LED Lights
Another great mirror accessory is to have LED light signals on your side view mirror.  Not only will your car look great, but this added functionality can also alert drivers to your intentions and make you easier to spot.  LED light side view mirrors can now be purchased as an after market accessory making it much cheaper than buying it direct from the manufacturer.

Other Mirrors
While not necessarily performance accessories, there are other mirror accessories that definitely add functionality.  For instance, if you have kids, you can easily purchase a second smaller rear view mirror that stays focused on the back seat.  Another mirror accessory is a small ball for extra large or wide vehicles that make it easier to view side traffic.  And finally, if you already have an LCD screen in your vehicle, you can purchase a digital camera that fits on the rear of your vehicle and now be able to view traffic and objects from the rear without even a mirror necessary.

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