For years, a significant number of racers have been running alternative fuels. Historically, the most popular has been “alcohol,” which in the automotive context typically refers to methanol. Methanol has been used by USAC, IRL, Champ car, and NHRA Top…
Read Part 2 First : ECU Map Training (Reading & Writing ) – Part 2 Zone 6 A naturally aspirated engine will travel through this zone at WOT. Manifold pressure may be slightly lower than atmospheric pressure if there is…
Among the most common of questions asked about fuel injection systems is, “How do I know where I’m at in the table at any given time?” The answer is, of course, “It depends.” Fortunately, the main tables usually use a…
A standalone controller has the ability to perform all Of its own engine monitoring and control functions from a single box. It does not require any outside assistance from body Or chassis modules. As such, they are particularly well suited…
So you’ve decided that fuel injection is for you, but you Still Want to know more. Undoubtedly, their area lot of questions surrounding what sparked too many as more Of a black art than science Engine tuning used to be…
Hacking The CAN Bus Understanding the CAN-standard vehicle network is vital to a successful engine swap involving any U.S.-market vehicle or engine built after 2007 and some vehicles or engines built much earlier, starting with the 1986 BMW 850 coupe.…
Rule #2: Advance Timing with Increasing Engine Speed The whole point of advancing ignition timing is to provide peak cylinder pressure at the most effective point in the cycle. This is typically about 12 to 15 degrees ATDC for piston…
Quite frankly, the best way to create a timing map is not to create it from scratch. If there exists a factory timing map for your application, that’s almost always the best place to start. Factory timing maps have already…
Difference Between R12 and R134 refrigerant Proper handling of the air-conditioning (A/C) system during collision repair is one of the most important and least understood aspects of working with mechanical components. Many needless repairs are caused unknowingly by service technicians…
Selling used cars from your home is unquestionably a good option if you want to launch a small business that you can operate on a tight budget. If you have a strong network of people who are willing to sell…