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Import Face Off - Sunday, April 10th

Get ready for Import Face-Off on Sunday, April 10th, 2011 (11am - 6pm). Happening at Capital Raceway (drag racing capital of the US!) the show is...
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Oil coolers: a good insurance policy

If you read the last article, you know that the oil that runs through the turbo’s center cartridge is needed to lubricate its bearings. But...
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Lubricating your turbo so it enjoys a long, healthy life

Naturally, the less glamorous parts of any turbo install are often ignored at first, or at least inadvertently overlooked. But if you get in the...
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Choosing a turbo manifold: log-style or tubular? (Part II of II)

Part I: internal vs. external wastegatesOf the plethora of manifolds available, each falls into one of two categories based on its construction:...
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Choosing a turbo manifold to hang that snail on (Part I of II)

So you’ve already chosen what turbo you wish to use on your particular application; now comes a decision with just as many choices--selecting...
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Size matters: choosing a turbo that satisfies your cravings

As with a lot of things when it comes to cars, bigger isn’t always better, and in fact, it may sometimes be worse. If you are piecing...
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So you want to turbocharge your car...

If you read the previous article on turbocharging, it's obvious that when it comes to bolt-on modifications for your import car, turbocharging is...
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Turbochargers: the best power for your penny

Few would debate that the Ford Taurus of past generations was about as unexciting and commonplace as a loaf of bread. But the new Taurus SHO (Super...
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