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Superchargers vs. Turbochargers: What’s the Dif...
If you're getting into the world of forced induction, you've probably heard the terms supercharger and turbocharger thrown around. While both systems are designed to increase horsepower by forcing more air...
Superchargers vs. Turbochargers: What’s the Dif...
If you're getting into the world of forced induction, you've probably heard the terms supercharger and turbocharger thrown around. While both systems are designed to increase horsepower by forcing more air...

Crankshaft Failure: How it Happens and How to P...
Why Do High-Performance Crankshafts Fail? It’s Not What You Think When someone invests in a high-performance crankshaft, it’s natural to assume it’s nearly bulletproof. After all, these components are built...
Crankshaft Failure: How it Happens and How to P...
Why Do High-Performance Crankshafts Fail? It’s Not What You Think When someone invests in a high-performance crankshaft, it’s natural to assume it’s nearly bulletproof. After all, these components are built...

Diagnosing Manual Gearbox Issues: What to Check...
Manual transmissions are known for their durability and driver engagement, but even the toughest Getrag or ZF gearboxes can run into problems. If your manual gearbox is becoming hard to...
Diagnosing Manual Gearbox Issues: What to Check...
Manual transmissions are known for their durability and driver engagement, but even the toughest Getrag or ZF gearboxes can run into problems. If your manual gearbox is becoming hard to...

What Is Dual Slope Matching — and Why Should Yo...
At 5150 AutoSport, we only work with the best — and when it comes to fuel injectors, Injector Dynamics sets the bar. One of the reasons their injectors are the gold...
What Is Dual Slope Matching — and Why Should Yo...
At 5150 AutoSport, we only work with the best — and when it comes to fuel injectors, Injector Dynamics sets the bar. One of the reasons their injectors are the gold...

Arias Piston Installation Orientation
How do you determine the correct installation orientation of an Arias piston? How can you tell the intake side from the exhaust side? For BMW engines, the key is inside...
Arias Piston Installation Orientation
How do you determine the correct installation orientation of an Arias piston? How can you tell the intake side from the exhaust side? For BMW engines, the key is inside...

Harmonic Dampers for BMW Engines
If you’ve spent any time in the high-performance BMW scene, you’ve probably heard the term "harmonic dampener" thrown around. But what exactly is a harmonic dampener, why do certain BMW...
Harmonic Dampers for BMW Engines
If you’ve spent any time in the high-performance BMW scene, you’ve probably heard the term "harmonic dampener" thrown around. But what exactly is a harmonic dampener, why do certain BMW...