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11 Dec 2023 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

Why doesn't this 1000hp 1965 Mustang have an LS V8?

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LS vs 351, Panhard vs watts link, electronic wastegate control magic and the surprising advantage a 1965 Ford Mustang has over many modern chassis are all discussed in this interview with Mike Dusold of Dusold Designs.

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01 Dec 2023 / By Peter Kelly

105: Is Honda’s K-Series Really the Greatest 4-Cylinder Ever Made? [PODCAST]

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Few people know more about ultra-high-performance engine building than this week’s guest, Terry Radbourne of Bourne HPP.

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21 Nov 2023 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

Are Wider Tyres BETTER For Brake Performance?

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And does a 'slip ratio' actually measure how much your tyres is slipping or skidding along the road under braking etc, or something else?

In this module, just one of many taken from the HPA Brake System Design and Optimization course, you will explore the fundamental mechanisms behind how tires generate...

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20 Nov 2023 / By Peter Kelly

Why Would YOU Use Fusion 360?

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Autodesk Fusion 360 is still a 'new player' comparatively in the CAD/CAM software world, yet it is already more popular than man options that have been around for decades.

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17 Nov 2023 / By Peter Kelly

104: Drifting With an 11,000RPM V10 — Not as Good as You’d Think? [PODCAST]

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Sideways legend Ryan Tuerck joins us this week to sit down and discuss the many different aspects of his life — from finding competitive setups in an extremely cut-throat Formula D championship, to an in-depth look at some of his most incredible internet-breaking builds, to a frank discussion on the...

15 Nov 2023 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

Top 10 Automotive Podcasts on Spotify

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Automotive podcasts are a treasure trove for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Deep diving into everything from the nuances of road cars turned into race cars, full tube body track cars, offroad race machines, diesel tractor pullers and even insane hill climb monsters, these podcasts are rich sources of knowledge.

13 Nov 2023 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

What's Wrong With A Billet Block?

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Sick of cracked OEM cast blocks but don't have the use case for a billet alternative? Platinum Racing Products has something for you and your RB26-powered platform in the works.