Background: This article analyzes a recent Reddit thread on OEM vs. aftermarket ignition-coil reliability, spotlights the fallacies that repeatedly surfaced, and offers my thoughts on insisting on having proper evidence. Recently, I participated in a discussion where the topic of aftermarket ignition coils was mentioned, with one person remarking that they are unreliable. As the […]
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Background: The LM440 turbo, which was recently installed, used one of the older M520 turbo tunes as its starting point, as discussed in the initial drive post. The first revision tailored to this turbo was recently installed and logged. Data Logs: Outside temperature during logging was around 5 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than with the first
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Background: On hand is a downpipe from CC Design that is the subject of a flow test. This is a 4″ downpipe with a GESi catalytic converter. Flow Test: The flow test involves attaching the downpipe to the flow bench using a 3″ to 4″ silicone coupler and attaching a bellmouth at the inlet of
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