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I'll periodically add articles under this page to keep all the information under one heading, this will be done because I've had a few complaints from various people about the location of certain info.

The only way to be 100% certain that work has been done properly is to do it yourself.

Of course this means that you know what you're doing, you've got the manuals, proper tools, workspace and spare parts.

There is no justification in starting half-blind and hacking your way through. In the internet era, there is plethora of forums specializing in these subjects, as well as online manuals and even online parts purchasing. I hope this website is a good starting point.

General Information

Turbo vs. Supercharger vs. NA vs. Nitrous -This demonstrates upgrade paths cost wise.

Performance Mods -Going beyond the simple turbo install.

Smoketech Turbo Kit compatibility list -Only lists cars where the kits have been successfully installed.

Dyno Tricks -General tips to improve dyno runs and the tricks being used to fool people into getting wrong results.

Clutch Basics -

Cooling System -

Lowering Compression -Different methods of lowering compression on turbo conversions.

How Much Power -A basic method of calculating HP from 1/4 mile runs.

Intelligent Engine Modifications -Some simple things people usually overlook when modifying cars.

Compression Ratio Basics -A basic overview on how some modifications alter compression ratios.

Ground Net -A simple and cheap way to increase electronic reliability and increase throttle response on injected vehicles.

Detonation -

Suspension & Handling

FWD Handling Improvements -

Seam Welding -

Drivetrain

Engine Swaps -Possible engine swaps.

Power Adders

Nitrous -A basic overview of nitrous types.

Turbocharging Information

Forced Induction Information -Some in-depth information on turbocharging.

Tips And Tricks-

Reading Compressor Maps -A basic guide on how to read and understand compressor maps.

How to get more power from a turbo engine -How to go beyond the simple turbo install.

270 VS. 360 Degree Thrust Bearing -A small article explaining the difference between 270 and 360 degree thrust bearings used on turbos.

Diesel VS Gasoline Turbos -Explains the differences between diesel and gasoline turbos.

Variable Geometry Turbochargers -This will be removed if there are copyright issues. This contains large pics, 56k beware!!

Engine Management Information

Stand-Alone VS. Piggyback VS. Remap -

Megasquirt'n'Spark -General info on the MegaSquirt'n'Spark extra, it includes all the current features supported.

Sequential Injection Realities -The differences between Batch and Sequential injection.

Copyright Nelson 2004-2005, no part of this page can be used without the author's permission.
Last revised: 2005-08-16.