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Exhaust

What’s Exhaust Dump? How It Works, Benefits & HP Gain

What Is Exhaust Dump? Exhaust Dump An exhaust dump is where you cut and replace the lower part of the exhaust system and replace it with a tip that dumps exhaust gases to the ground. Depending on your goal, the exhaust dump can happen in various parts of the end…

Ifandi L.October 2, 2022

Common Questions

Pumping Car Tires With Hand Pump: Is It Possible? + FAQs

Can You Hand Pump a Car Tire? Pumping car tire with hand pump It is possible to pump car tires with a hand pump - it won't be fully pumped, but pumped enough to get your car to a proper pump. That said, the hand pumps take a lot of…

Ifandi L.October 2, 2022

Catalytic Converter Common Questions

Can Your Exhaust Backfire With a CAT? Tips and FAQs

A failed catalytic converter can cause a backfire. A failed catalytic converter may allow a small build-up of fuel which the heat could ignite in the exhaust system, creating a backfire. Personally, I have experienced a backfire with my vehicle due to a bad catalytic converter. It came with noise…

Ifandi L.September 28, 2022

Common Questions Turbocharger Wastegate

Turbo Boost Pressure: Ways To Increase & What Controls It?

You can increase turbo boost pressure by adjusting the wastegate opening, using boost controller, use high octane fuel or even upgrading to a less restricting exhaust system. The boost pressure is a positive pressure created by a turbo. The boost pressure forces more air into the engine during combustion -…

Ifandi L.September 27, 2022

Common Questions Exhaust

Exhaust Leak 101: Fixes, Costs & Can You Still Drive It?

Exhaust leaks are a severe issue for the environment and your vehicle due to the dangerous gasses released into the environment. A leaking exhaust could also lead you to be in trouble with the authorities. The exhaust system of your vehicle is designed in such a way as to reduce…

Ifandi L.September 27, 2022

Common Questions

Burnt Valve 101: Inspect Symptoms, Causes & Fix (With Cost)

Valves may get burnt in high-temperature conditions. Symptoms of burnt valves include poor power, engine misfiring, increased fuel consumption, and rough idling. Your car's valve is a core part of the engine's working process. It helps regulate airflow into and out of the cylinder, which is critical to ignition. Personally,…

Ifandi L.September 24, 2022

Common Questions Uncategorized

ABS Light Coming On & Off: Is It Serious? 5 Reason, Cost & Fix

A blinking ABS light is not normal and indicates a problem with the ABS. It can be caused by many factors, which may include a faulty ABS module, low brake fluid, and bad speed sensors, among many other factors. Personally, my ABS light has been triggered. I did not get…

Ifandi L.September 24, 2022

Common Questions Performance Questions

Charge Pipe 101: Functionality, Horsepower, Tuning & Warranty

A charged pipe redirects exhaust gasses from the engine, passing through the turbocharger. Once this is achieved, the engine can achieve elevated power and torque. The charge pipe is a pipe that is majorly made from either stainless steel, rubber, or aluminum material. It is mandrel-bent to allow better manipulation…

Ifandi L.September 19, 2022

Common Questions Wastegate

Dump Valves On Diesel: Does It Work & Are They Legal?

The Dump valve is also the blow-off valve used on turbocharged engines. It is possible to use a dump valve on diesel, which will work perfectly, but it is much more complicated than you think. Generally, the turbocharged diesel engine does not need a turbo dump valve; however, it would…

Ifandi L.September 14, 2022

Turbocharger

At What RPM Does Turbo Kick In? 9 Tips To Make It Faster

Turbo will not kick in until it reaches a certain RPM, usually between 1200 to 1500 rpm. Exhaust gasses power the Turbo system, and it takes time for the car to generate enough exhaust gas to power the turbo system. The lag is a normal phenomenon for turbocharged engines. However,…

Ifandi L.September 13, 2022

What’s Exhaust Dump? How It Works, Benefits & HP Gain

Pumping Car Tires With Hand Pump: Is It Possible? + FAQs

Can Your Exhaust Backfire With a CAT? Tips and FAQs

Turbo Boost Pressure: Ways To Increase & What Controls It?

Exhaust Leak 101: Fixes, Costs & Can You Still Drive It?

Burnt Valve 101: Inspect Symptoms, Causes & Fix (With Cost)

ABS Light Coming On & Off: Is It Serious? 5 Reason, Cost & Fix

Charge Pipe 101: Functionality, Horsepower, Tuning & Warranty

Dump Valves On Diesel: Does It Work & Are They Legal?

At What RPM Does Turbo Kick In? 9 Tips To Make It Faster

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