Mk2 Fiesta Engine Swap Guide: Zetec, Duratec and Cosworth YB for Kit Cars
Replacing the CVH in a Mk2 Fiesta-based kit car? Here’s how the Zetec, Duratec and Cosworth YB compare for fitment, gearbox compatibility and ITB potential.
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From 13s to 12s: Launch, Tire Pressure, and Why Your Dyno Numbers Don’t Match
Chasing a 12-second quarter mile? Here’s how the 60-foot time drives your ET, why tire pressure at launch matters more than you think, and the real story behind Dynojet vs. Mustang dyno readings.
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Car Wax Showdown: Turtle Wax vs Meguiar’s Gold Class and NXT Tech Wax
Turtle Wax protects, but Meguiar’s Gold Class and NXT Tech Wax are built on different chemistry. Here’s how to pick the right one for your paint color.
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EK Civic Hatch JDM Build: B18C Swap, Suspension, and Getting Period-Correct Details Right
A full breakdown of building a JDM EK Civic hatch — covering the B18C rebuild, auto-to-manual swap, Koni/GC suspension setup, SSR wheels, and the 96-98 front end conversion.
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Stock 250 Sport Exhaust Piping: What the 3-Inch and 2.5-Inch Sizes Mean
Stock 250 Sport exhaust runs 3 inches into the muffler and 2.5 inches out to the tips — here’s why those diameters differ and what it means for fitment.
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2014 vs 2016 Nissan Sentra Bumper Compatibility: What Actually Swaps
The 2016 Sentra facelift redesigned everything forward of the A-pillars. Here’s which bumper pieces cross over between a 2014 and 2016 B17 Sentra — and which don’t.
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Track Day Car Prep on a Budget: Where to Spend First
You don’t need a full race build to enjoy track days. Here’s the real priority order for prepping your road car when the budget is tight.
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Tuning in Tight Spaces: How Engine Bay Clearance Affects Your Build
Engine bay space is one of the most underrated factors when tackling tuning issues. Here’s how clearance affects everything from sensor access to intercooler fitment.
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Crow Cams Pushrod Lengths on the L67: Which Size Is Intake and Which Is Exhaust?
Got two different pushrod lengths in your Crow Cams Stage 3 kit for the L67? Here’s how to work out which goes on the intake side and which goes on the exhaust side.
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2GR-FE Flywheel, Clutch & Flexplate for Lotus Evora, Exige V6 and Emira: The Weight Question Answered
Manual or IPS? MWR aluminum or OEM steel? A practical breakdown of 2GR-FE flywheel and clutch options for Lotus Evora 400, Exige V6, and Emira.