Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Ways to Go Faster Part I

Okay I realize that I haven't posted on this Blog in a rather long time. I was thinking of different ways to make a car go much faster. I'll start with the relatively cheap modifications and move up to some rather pricey mods. So without further adieu here it goes:

Relatively Cheap Mods:

  1. Fuel: You change your fuel to something with a higher octane. In most cases this can lead to an increase of performance.
  2. Weight Reduction: This can be a relatively cheap mod if you know what your doing. You can start by taking out unnecessary materials such as carpeting, paneling, passenger seat, and backseats. You can also replace the windshield and windows but this can be rather pricey so you might want to stay away from that part of modification.
  3. Filters: You can change your air filter to something with better filtration power. With this you can gain about 8 - 10hp. K&N makes air filters that do exactly that. You can also change your oil filter as well. Cleaner oil means better lubrication.
  4. Intake: You can install a short ram or Cold air intake. A short ram intake works best with turbo chargers. A cold air intake works well on it's own because it decreased the temperature of the air entering the engine. Cooler air = higher compression ration = more complete fuel burn. Air intakes can give your car another 10 - 15 hp.

Slightly more expensive mods:

  1. Headers: You can install headers. The faster you can get rid of the exhaust, the faster you can get rid of the exhaust fumes the better.
  2. Exhaust: You can install a full cat back exhaust. This includes, Exhaust Piping, Hi Flow Catalytic Converter, and Muffler.
  3. Tires: With better traction you can transfer more power from the engine to the road. Racing tires have less tread which means that more of the tire is in contact with the road.



This is part one of a two part series. I should be posting part 2 either tomorrow or later on this week.