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Performance: Doing it Right - Balance PDF Print E-mail
Written by John Brooks   
Tuesday, 03 June 2008 13:35

In my last article I discussed the need for balance when considering upgrading the performance of your vehicle. Overall balance is the key to getting the most out of your upgrade dollars in every area with the end result being the finished “ride” that meets your goals.

The thinking that “more power” is always the answer to a “faster car” is not true. If all areas of performance are not addressed equally you will have as an end result a car that will accelerate quickly and be out of control just as quickly, resulting in a potential crash.

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Clutch Tech from Spec PDF Print E-mail
Written by David Norton   
Friday, 11 April 2008 18:33
QUESTION:
I have a question about high-performance clutches for my 2005 Mustang GT.   The car is currently pushing about 400 horsepower at the rear wheels, but my goal is to hit around 550 rwhp. My present clutch is not holding up at this power level, so I definitely need to get another one. I need something I can use both on the street and on the strip. What do you recommend? 
 
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Performance: Doing it Right PDF Print E-mail
Written by John Brooks   
Friday, 28 March 2008 18:07

Every time I’m in a group of enthusiasts the subject of performance quickly becomes the center of conversation. Eyes are drawn to the shiny new parts that we’ve added and opinions of what works and claims of overwhelming results fill the air and add to the enthusiasm, but within a few moments the inevitable happens, the conversation moves to the things that haven’t worked.

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