So you want to turn your Yugo into a Viper? Sorry--you need a
certified magician. But if you want to turn your sedate sedan into
a mean machine or your used car lot deal into a powerful, purring
set of wheels, you've come to the right place. "Car Hacks &
Mods for Dummies" will get you turbo-charged up about modifying
your car and guide you smoothly through: Choosing a car to
modConsidering warranties, legal, and safety issuesHacking the ECU
(Engine Control Unit) to adjust performance-enhancing factors like
fuel injection, firing the spark plugs, controlling the cooling
fan, and moreReplacing your ECU with a plug and play system such as
the APEXi Power FC or the AEM EMS systemPutting on the brakes (the
faster you go, the faster you'll need to stop)Setting up your car
for better handling and cornering
Written by David Vespremi, automotive expert, frequent guest on
national car-related TV shows, track driving instructor and
self-proclaimed modder, "Car Hacks & Mods for Dummies" gets you
into the ECU and under the hood and gives you the keys to: Choosing
new wheels, including everything from the basics to dubs and
spinnersPutting your car on a diet, because lighter means
fasterBasic power bolt-ons and more expensive power
addersInstalling roll bars and cages to enhance safetyAdding aero
add-ons, including front "chin" spoilers, real spoilers, side
skirts, and canardsDetailing, down to the best cleaners and waxes
and cleaning under the hoodUsing OBD (on-board diagnostics) for
troubleshootingGetting advice from general Internet sites and
specific message boards and forums for your car's make or model,
whether it's a Chevy pick-up or an Alfa Romeo roadster
Whether you want to compete at drag strips or on road courses or
simply accelerate faster on an interstate ramp, if you want to
improve your car's performance, "Car Hacks & Mods" "for
Dummies" is just the boost you need.
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