The 5th Gen Camaro SS (2010-2015 model years) left the factory loaded with power—425 ponies for a manual trans car or 400 in a 6L80E equipped 5th Gen. But even with all that power, the SS still has a lot of room to grow. Heads, cam, intake, and even larger displacement will net more power
Turbocharging continues to gain popularity. But there are still a few areas of a typical turbocharger setup that remain fuzzy to turbo newbies. One of the most common misunderstandings involves the basic difference between a wastegate and a blow-off valve. So here goes… What is a Wastegate? A wastegate prevents the turbo from creating too much boost. Once
In the United States, OEMs are turning to turbocharging as a method to downsize engine displacement and increase fuel economy. At the other end of the spectrum, those in charge of developing high performance and racing engines are targeting turbocharging for substantial power gains. The OEM’s regard GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) as a key enabler
Every light duty modern diesel for the past two-plus decades has been forced induction, but there’s only so much your stock turbo can do. If you want more horsepower than the stock unit can deliver, or if you want to take better advantage of aftermarket modifications such as a programmer or chip, it’s probably time to step up to
The guys over a Power AutoMedia have launched a new site dedicated strictly to diesels and diesel owners. The site, named Diesel Army, includes tech, diesel features, diesel-related news, and a section called “How it Works.” In the first installment of How it Works, Diesel Army covers the ins and outs of blow-off valves. The
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