Few topics can stir up an auto enthusiast’s emotions like camshafts. And while no other performance part is so closely associated with jaw-dropping power gains, they also have the distinction of being the least understood.
When it comes to enhancing the performance of your vehicle, there are several modifications you can consider, from engine upgrades to aerodynamic improvements. However, one often overlooked aspect of vehicle performance is the suspension system. Performance coilovers are a game-changing component that can transform your car’s handling, responsiveness, and overall driving experience. That being said, let’s dive deep into the world of performance coilovers, exploring what they are, how they work, and why they are essential for any driving enthusiast.
If you’re tired of the annual chore that is changing your summer tires for winter variants, you’re not alone. Canada has some of the longest winters and some of the strictest laws regarding the use of the right tires for the right season. You’ll be facing fines upwards of $200 if you’re caught driving with summer rubber after December 1st, regardless of outside temperatures. But it’s not all bad news. With the exception of Quebec, for anyone living in all other provinces and territories, there is a workaround – all-season tyres.
The holiday season may be coming to an end, but if you don’t like overly hot weather and still want to enjoy the best Australia has got to give, then exploring the country in mild autumn temperatures in a caravan is exactly what you need. The number of registered caravans, campervans and bigger recreational vehicles are on the rise, and so are rentals. This also means that the number of dedicated caravanning accessories is also growing by the day, with the end goal of providing convenience and bringing some (if not all) of the luxuries of home while on the road.
Getting your bike from one place to another isn’t always possible (or desired) by riding it. You’ll want it transported in a van, truck or ute. And the only safe and convenient way to get your bike in and out of the vehicle is by using a dedicated bike ramp. This will make it quick and easy when loading and unloading and helps avoid common injuries and potential damage.
The engine is one of the most important parts of a car. Without it, we wouldn’t be able to go anywhere. Over time, these engines will wear out and need repair or replacement because they can’t do what they’re supposed to do; move vehicles from one place to another. When this happens you might find that your car starts up but doesn’t stay running, purrs along at low speeds or isn’t able to pull as well as it used to. These problems are often caused by worn-out engine components and they can be fixed by replacing these parts.
Valve springs are one of the hardest worked, but least understood parts on any engine. And while a lot of engine parts, even the cylinder heads, might get replaced during an engine’s lifetime, the valve springs from the old heads will most like just get transplanted onto the new ones.
Make no mistake, though: valve springs, like every other stock engine part, weaken over time. That means if you’re planning on making any kind of engine modification that’s going to increase RPMs, pushing stock valve springs beyond the point they were designed to function is guaranteed to result in parts failure.
The solution is easy: install new valve springs. There’s more to valve spring selection, however than just getting the biggest, stiffest springs you can find. You have to select the one that matches your application; and more importantly, they have to work in harmony with all the other parts on the top end of your engine.
