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21 April 2020, 3.00pm NZST
239 | Do You Need a Blow Off Valve?
Blow off valves and turbochargers have gone hand in hand for almost as long as the turbocharger has been in existence. There’s various theories about the requirements for the blow off valve, including the ability to reduce the thrust load on the turbocharger a...
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28 April 2020, 3.00pm NZST
240 | Basic Logging Setup
Data analysis is a very powerful tool for analysing and improving the engine, the driver, and the chassis. In order to make sense of the data though we need to understand what channels to log, what logging rates to use and how to make sure all the channels are...
10 Mar 2020
238 | Engine Design Considerations
When you’re considering the options for a new engine build there’s a lot to think...
03 Mar 2020
237 | Air intake restrictions explained
It goes without saying that in order to make maximum power from any engine we...
25 Feb 2020
236 | Drag racing Data analysis
A pass down the drag strip can be over in just a few seconds and...
18 Feb 2020
235 | Choosing an Intercooler for your Build
Compressing the inlet air into the engine naturally increases the air temperature but unfortunately heat...
11 Feb 2020
234 | How to Choose a Dyno
A dyno is one of the most expensive pieces of equipment that a tuning shop...
04 Feb 2020
233 | Haltech Elite Transient Fuel Tuning
While it’s important to properly tune your fuel and ignition tables, an area a lot...
28 Jan 2020
232 | Diagnosing Engine Failures
While nobody wants to experience an engine failure, unfortunately they do occur from time to...
The Megasquirt ECU is a popular choice for enthusiasts across the world, however getting familiar...
14 Jan 2020
230 | Star point earthing explained
Incorrect earthing is one of the most common issues we face when it comes to...
10 Dec 2019
229 | Engine Break in Myths Dispelled
Correct break in procedure can have a big impact on the performance of your freshly...
03 Dec 2019
228 | Balancing Pistons
Balancing the components inside your engine can add up to an engine that operates more...
26 Nov 2019
227 | Improving oil supply
Lubrication related failures are one of the leading causes of engine failures, particularly in engines...
19 Nov 2019
226 | Power Distribution Module Configuration
Power distribution modules are rapidly becoming a viable alternative to conventional fuses and relays when...
29 Oct 2019
225 | Circuit Racing Data Analysis
If you want to get the best results out on the race track then data...
15 Oct 2019
224 | SD Tuning - HP Tuners
Removing the MAF sensor and performing a Speed Density patch on late model GM engines...
08 Oct 2019
223 | Dry Sump Systems
If you want the ultimate lubrication system for your engine then it’s hard to go...
01 Oct 2019
222 | Pro vs Club Level Harness Construction
While we probably all love scrolling through Instagram feeds full of concentrically twisted motorsport wiring...
24 Sep 2019
221 | Save Your Engine With Driver Warnings
There’s a lot going on in a modern high performance engine and it’s all but...
10 Sep 2019
220 | How to Construct Ignition Leads
One of the common tasks you’ll be completing when making changes to a distributor or...
03 Sep 2019
219 | Getting Wideband AFR Data into VCM Scanner
If you want to get the most out of the HP Tuners VCM Scanner software,...
20 Aug 2019
218 | What is a Pull Up Resistor?
If you’re using a two wire thermistor for temperature sensing then you’re ECU is going...
13 Aug 2019
217 | Idle Tuning HP Tuners - GM/HP Tuners
One of the areas we see a lot of people struggle with when reflashing GM...
06 Aug 2019
216 | Introduction to Megasquirt
The Megasquirt ECU has long been a popular option when it comes to aftermarket standalone...
30 Jul 2019
215 | How to use Histograms in HP Tuners
When we’re reflashing a factory ECU we most often can’t make our tuning changes live...