Automobile Engines

What Say You On This??

2007-08-01T02:25:00.000+08:00

It's really anyone's dream to own and drive a high-end car with excellent engines being fitted which creates good performance. But then again fuel consumption on those types of car and engine are relatively high as well. People started finding other alternatives instead of fully depending on petroleum which can be very expensive for that matter. There's this guy named Danny Klein who has discovered or I would rather say yet to prove his theory in implementing cars running on water-gas hybrid or on water alone. So bloggers what say you on this?? Cool or what?? <---Nivin

Engine Conversion Bloggers??

2007-07-28T04:15:00.000+08:00

Sorry people been away for sometime, but, hey I've discovered something interesting from various sources in this next topic which I would like to include in this blog. I'm sure you all are quite aware of engine conversion. Ever thought of converting your engine into a AWD ( All Wheel Drive) powered engine?? It is now possible to convert a Nissan 240 SX, S14 into an AWD Skyline GT-R powered engine. Pretty exciting isn't it?? A RB26 and the entire AWD drive train from the GT-R can be taken and replaced in a S14 lightweight chassis. It's just breathtaking to imagine having a similar performance as a Skyline in another car all together. Please do share your knowledge in this blog if there is other engine conversions you come across. Many thanks and have a pleasant day. Signing off---> Nivin

Do You Prefer a Single Turbo or a Twin Turbo Engine In Using a Turbocharger??

2007-07-23T00:40:00.000+08:00

It is common that many race cars or performance vehicles are fitted with turbochargers. However, some engines come with a single turbo while others are equipped with twin units. In this blog we shall explore what is the difference with this both and is there any advantage in going double?

A turbocharger increases engine power output by increasing the air mass entering the engine through compression. Exhaust gases drive a turbine that, in turn, spins a compressor.
However, turbochargers often faced by the phenomenon of "turbo lag". This is the time taken for the turbine of the turbocharger unit to spin up to the speed at which it becomes effective. What the driver feels is that when he presses the accelerator, the engine does not respond immediately and there is an irritating time lapse before the power surge is delivered.

A large turbo sends more air to the engine and results in more power but the bigger and heavier turbine means longer lag. Likewise, a small turbocharger unit may offer the benefit of lower lag but it does not flow as much air and consequently, power gain is limited.
Engineers see twin turbochargers as a good compromise where each small turbo responds quickly to throttle changes, yielding low lag while the combined volume of two turbines deliver enough air mass to produce as much power as a single big blower.

Now that you guys have read this blog I assume that most of you will prefer a twin turbo units as compared to a single turbo? Would love to hear some comments from your end guys. So keep posting and we shall decide this once and for all..Many thanks people..

Muscle Car Engines- "Continuation of Previous Blog"

2007-07-21T16:24:00.000+08:00

Muscle Car Engines

Hey Guys this blog was created as a continuation of the previous blog just to demonstrate to you how a muscle car engine will look like with the help and courteousy of: http://www.musclecarengines.com/ . Please click on the link above and when you get to the page you will see an image at the top of the page with a link on the left hand sight of the image. Just click on that and you will be able to watch a short clip of a muscle car engine. Stay tuned and thanks once again..

Lets Now Explore Engines Made For Muscle Cars...

2007-07-21T15:29:00.000+08:00

Now that we've looked into various type of engines being built, it will also be cool for us to look into engines being designed for muscle cars. Initially, muscle car engines were made to produce maximum torque on the street or in drag racing competition. The term muscle cars itself describes a rear wheel drive mid- size car with a large, powerful V8 engine with a special trim.
There have been many arguments over the greatest engines of the muscle car era. Some were tuned for horsepower (top speed) while others were tuned for torque (acceleration). Still others were seriously under-rated to keep a low profile (imagine that today) and keep insurance agents guessing. Muscle car was and still is the choice of many Americans and Australians till today mainly because of the maximum capacity of their engines. Do comment more on this folks and I've derived a sample video clip from another website on muscle car engine in my next blog. Do check it out and let me know what you guys think of it and I shall leave you with this for now..With Regards Nivin..

Which Transmission Would You Prefer As a Car Owner??

2007-07-19T16:27:00.000+08:00

As one of our fellow blogger suggested, I would now like to introduce all of you to another independant topic of "Manual Transmitted Engines, Automatic Transmitted Engines and Dual-Clutch Transmission". Firstly, we would explore why do cars need transmission? The answer mainly relies on the physics of the gasoline engine. Any engine by its own has a redline where a maximum rpm value above which the engine cannot go without exploding. In addition to this, engines have narrow rpm ranges where horsepower and torque are at their maximum, for instance, an engine might produce its maximum horsepower at 5500 rpm. The transmission allows the gear ratio between the engine and the drive wheels to change as the car speeds up and slows down. Gears is being shift so the engine can stay below the redline and near the rpm band. On the other hand, just like that of a manual transmission, the automatic transmission's primary job is to allow the engine to operate in its narrow range of speeds while providing a wide range of output speeds. Finally, there's also something in between that offers the best of both worlds, the "dual-clutch transmission" also called as the semi-automatic transmission, the "clutchless" manual transmission and the automated manual transmission. Before I end this blog, I would really appreciate you bloggers out there to add on your respective point of view in the comments and do also let us know which kind of transmission do you prefer the most. Many thanks and have a pleasant day guys..

Front-Wheel Drive Engines VS Rear- Wheel Drive Engines!!

2007-07-18T12:51:00.000+08:00

Thanks for staying tuned to the blogs being posted and all your valuable participation by leaving a comment to it. From the earlier discussion we noticed the Pros and Cons utilizing an used car engine. However, we manage to collect everyone's point of view on those topic based on their own experience faced when dealing with an used engine. Today we will move on to the topic of Front Wheel Drive Engines vs. Rear Wheel Drive Engines. Most people today feel that front- wheel drive cars were the efficient, sophisticated wave of future. For front- wheel drive cars there isn't the need for a driveshaft connecting the engine in front with the rear wheels and therefore it saves space. The entire drivetrain can be packed into a neat compartment in the front, leaving the rest of the car's volume for passengers and cargo. Plus, front-drive cars have better traction in slippery conditions (in part because the weight of the engine is on top of the wheels that are providing the power). However, there are some individuals who still feel that cars with rear-wheel drive engines are more fun to drive with. The reason why those individual feel in that way is simply because a rear-wheel drive car gives them more balance, center of gravity, "torque steer", weight shift and in addition enables the car with "oversteer" and the semi-orgasmic lock-in effect. To keep the argument on this topic more heated up, I'm sure you guys have a broader understanding on this. So people, keep posting your comments on this and lets see what's the outcome like at the end of this post. Cheers. Nivin

Is Used Car Engine That Reliable Afterall??

2007-07-16T02:06:00.000+08:00

To answer this question it would merely be a yes! There are a range of used car engines providers who still cater used engines at its best condition possible for instance Action Auto Wreckers are among them who pratices this. This is made easier to customers where e-commerce may be an option to them whom wishes to purchase online. Most used car engines supplied by reliable sellers may serve customers in a long term purpose. These engines are tested and cleaned and it can be shipped to customers all around the world. The used car engines being catered today comes in a full package which includes fuel injection or carburetors, timing belt and covers, manifolds and also includes the oil pan. As for me i wouldn't mind opting for an used car engine as it saves me my money as it is usually reasonably priced and the availability of engines or parts are relatively high. I'm sure some of you will agree with me on this and on the other hand some may not feel the same way. So please keep posting your views and share your ideas in your comments.