We often chase engine and tuning upgrades first, but could a front splitter and rear wing be a smarter starting point for our race cars? We caught up with Kyle Forster from JKF Aero to break down how aerodynamics work in practice and how to make effective improvements at every level of motorsport. From the priorities of downforce vs drag, to choosing the right aero balance for your car's drivetrain layout, this conversation covers everything from tuft testing a club racer to CFD and F1-style...
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We often chase engine and tuning upgrades first, but could a front splitter and rear wing be a smarter starting point for our race cars? We caught up with Kyle Forster from JKF Aero to break down how aerodynamics work in practice and how to make effective improvements at every level of motorsport. From the priorities of downforce vs drag, to choosing the right aero balance for your car's drivetrain layout, this conversation covers everything from tuft testing a club racer to CFD and F1-style...
Field Report: Can 'Over Building' Your Engine Damage It?
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1 week ago
Field Report: Can 'Over Building' Your Engine Damage It?
Some bearings are tough enough to survive 3000 horsepower, but that doesn’t mean you should use them in your street build. Choosing the right bearing isn’t as simple as just picking the toughest option and sometimes what seems like a part from 'the top shelf' can do more harm than good. In this interview, Christian from Nitto Performance Engineering breaks down some small but key differences between OEM-style bearings, ACL Race Series bearings, and coated bearings like those treated by Calic...
Tuned In
We often chase engine and tuning upgrades first, but could a front splitter and rear wing be a smarter starting point for our race cars? We caught up with Kyle Forster from JKF Aero to break down how aerodynamics work in practice and how to make effective improvements at every level of motorsport. From the priorities of downforce vs drag, to choosing the right aero balance for your car's drivetrain layout, this conversation covers everything from tuft testing a club racer to CFD and F1-style...
