... just can't get enough. It's a world that has become popularized since the release of the movie, The Fast and The Furious, which takes a look at the world of illegal street racing. While creating a dangerous subculture in the city in the early hours of the morning, it has also leaves law enforcement seeking solutions. I believe that construction of a legal quarter-mile strip ... along with educational programs may help to reduce illegal street racing. To some racers, racing on a track versus a strip serves a completely different purpose. There is different excitement at the track. It's a...

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... drivers conversing and showing off their newest accessory waiting until the predestined time. This is the secret world of street racing, where racers of all kind are accepted as family. To these people, racing is an addiction and the only way to satisfy this urge is to make your car race worthy, and race ... The "Nos- hookup in a car is like fine wine "sweet at first and ending with a punch. The racing style rims induce drooling, neons blaze the colors of the rainbow, and racing logos are showcased on the back windows of the beasts. Experienced racers are secretly pouring high-octane boo...

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... Saturday nights, groups of outlaws gather on deserted back roads to have a little high-speed fun. They are there for one reason only: drag racing. Not too long ago this type of gathering was reserved for the V8 driving speed freaks that felt the need for speed; but now all types ... , the imports have a clear advantage. Another large variance between the two groups of cars is the price for the car and aftermarket parts. Since import racing is in its infancy, there is still a lot of new technology and manufacturing processes, like the CNC machining and computer chip mapping, which need to...

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... driver chose between shifting gears manually or by letting the car shift gears automatically. This type of transmission is hooked up to a dual-mass flywheel that offers smoother shifting when racing. On the other hand, the Supra RZ only offers a 6 speed manual transmission. A dual-mass flywheel is also standard in the transmission, but the clutch is specifically designed for faster shifting ... when racing. The advantage that a manual transmission has over a tiptronic transmission is that a manual transmission tends to shift faster and smoother when done properly. The Supra SZ-R is abou...

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... airplanes, this would lead people to believe that this engine is extremely versatile and powerful. I think the main role for this engine has been in cars for several types of racing events. I guess my favorite role for the engine would be in an old muscle car going down the quarter mile in drag ... racing. Anyways, the many different uses for this engine has kinda signed its existence in stone for a while since it's a pretty good bang for the buck. It has so many properties ... interchangeability of the small block. The engine has acquired many aftermarket manufacturers that produce p...

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From the first time I watched motorcycle racing on TV, I was hooked; I made the decision to save my money so I could purchase my first new motorcycle. I didn't know what kind of motorcycle I was going to purchase, so I did ... . On a dirt bike, one can enjoy the excitement of hitting jumps at a dirt bike track; if one is riding a street bike, one can enjoy the thrill of going fast and racing friends at a street bike track. Both the dirt bike and the street bike offer a variety of activities for everyone of age. The next focal point to consider when one is ... ...

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... famous of the Junior sixes was the 2.3 Litre which had an electronic fuel injection and 120BHP. The larger senior sixes where designed to pull heavier model cars and cars with a racing application. They ranged from 3.0 to 3.6 litre("BMW Early History"). In 1954 BMW made its first 8-cylinder engine. It was 2.6 litre V8 and had about 50% more power than the six ... V8 also set the BMW 501 as the fastest saloon made in Germany and one of the fastest in the world. After this BMW has always been a competitor in Euro racing. It won almost all races against Ford in the early 1970s through earl...

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... also create more heat in the engine due to the oil pump having to work harder to force the thicker oil throughout the engine. These heavier oils are used in racing engines due to the higher temperatures and the higher speeds these engines typically encounter. The thickness of the oil clings to the metal surfaces more readily than lighter oil would ... when the engine is being raced hard. A 20w-50 viscosity is commonly used in racing. There are two different grades of oil available for your automobile engine. Single-grade oil will only flow at one specific viscosity and is becoming obsol...

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... his dream of the affordable automobile a reality. During this same time, Ford was building race cars, he raced many of them himself. Racing was one of Ford's passions. The Ford motor company to this day is a feared name in the racing industry. In 1903, Ford's passenger car was finally ready to be sold to consumers. This was a giant leap in the automotive ... ...

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... , if a higher, tougher grade of octane was used then the chances of causing a "ping" is a lot less likely. Above these common grades of octane are others that are used for racing. These levels are very expensive but also come with an octane rating of 120. Not only will it not burn as easily but this level as shows a dramatic increase in ... stage, with the added nitrous the explosions increase by an insane amount and create huge amounts of extra power. This should only be used for professional racers, veterans of street racing, and in the most extreme four-wheel drive vehicles, it can be...

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... on-board computer in the 80s, was equipped on BMWs. Cars have proved to be more than just basic transportation. Automobile racing has been very much alive just as long as the car itself. With hundreds of different shapes and sizes, racing can produce a crowd of millions. Stock car, Indy car, rally, drag, funny car, F1, off road, sprint, and midget. All ... ...

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... moments when Indian traffic parted and my dad would open up that roaring engine making our backs press firmly against the back of the bucket seats would get my heart racing. The Ferrari-sourced engine working with the transmission in perfect mechanical symphony: We did that! When I started training to race karts, I was not sure who was more excited, my granddad ... ...

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... weakest part of an American car. This is a main reason why people do not use American cars in street races; they do not want to get into an accident while racing. Having a stylish car is a bonus. Most people care what their car looks like when they purchase it. Not everyone can afford a super car so a decent looking car is something that ... ...

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... motorcycle became the preferred mode of transportation (Lear 3). Today there are over "10 million motorcycles in the United States that are commonly used for commuting as well as for various racing competitions" ("Motorcycle Mechanics" 338). Riding safety is an important aspect to the motorcyclist that needs to be addressed. Safety is the responsibility of the rider. "In an average year 166 ... ...

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... . With the new body style Chevrolet decided to give buyers a choice of engines, from two new 350 cubic inch engines and four 427 cubic inch engines. In 1969 the ZL-1 racing engine was added to the lineup of engine options. The ZL-1 was 100 pounds lighter than the L88, but it cost $3,000 more. On November 7, 1969 the 250,000th Corvette ... ...

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... C5 is extraordinary. For the first time a Corvette convertible can be equipped with the autocross suspension (www.y-body.org). The autocross suspension is high performance suspension that is designed for racing. Since Corvette came out with this BMW has been working on a new Z8 roadster which uses the same structural concepts (www.y-body.org). C5 is the most all-new Corvette ... ...

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CHARGER WARS The street-racing scene in the United States has grown to an all-time high and is still growing towards an unknown paramount. Car enthusiasts put in vast amounts of time, labor, and ... ...

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... fast. People express their personal opinion by modifying their rides. Truck owners probably first raise them and go off-roading and car owners do engine work for more speed or racing abilities. Trucks and cars road stances are very different which can be good and bad. Trucks have a wider wheelbase, which allows them their ability to go up mountains and drive ... ...

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... was sitting outside. I can see it now, a 1999 Chevy Blazer eXtreme, glistening in the sunlight. It looked dazzling as the sun's rays reflecting off of its blue paint and white racing stripes that run down the middle of the vehicle. The vehicle, which was given a mean stance a whole one inch off the ground, showed off the brilliant invention of air suspension ... ...

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