Subaru WRX Cobb Tuning SF Intake

Posted by admin in Subaru on July 28, 2011

The Cobb Tuning SF intake for the WRX or STi utilizes custom design with several unique features for optimal flow, and performance. The SF intake design minimizies turbulence that can cause engine management problems. Starting with a custom conical cloth air filter, Cobb uses a CFD-designed velocity stack, and unique air flow straightener grid. Cobb’s straightener grid is specifically designed to smooth the incoming air flow as it passes the Mass Air Flow sensor for precise readings.

In return this eliminates dead spots caused by intake turbulence. There is no other aftermarket WRX or STi intakes that utilizes these critical design elements. Not only does this Cobb SF system looks as good as it functions, Cobb utilized a one piece plastic high temperature composite plastic body.

This save weight, prevents heat soak, keeps incoming air cooler, and eliminates any unsightly welds or other fasteners that distract from a clean appearance. You will not find a more researched and developed short ram intake for your WRX and STi than the Cobb SF intake. The COBB Tuning SF Intake system is the only intake on the market compatible with the Stage 1 and Stage 2 Cobb Accessport maps. The Cobb intake system has a clean finish with a custom designed Cobb Blue cloth conical filter which has been pre-oiled. Cobb filter are serviceable with an available cleaning/oiling kit and does not need to be replaced for the entire lifespan of your WRX or STi. Cobb SF intake also includes a powdercoated black support bracket for secure installation. Read the rest of this entry »

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Modern Classic Cars – The Vauxhall Lotus Carlton

Posted by admin in Classic Car, Vauxhall on July 28, 2011

In the summer of 1986, Vauxhall acquired the cult British sports car company, Lotus, and the motoring world wondered what on earth the maker of the Viva and Cavalier family saloons was going to do with the high performance car maker. They had to wait three years to find out.

Take a normal family saloon car and stick a 3.6 litre Lotus Engine in it and what do you get?

The Vauxhall Lotus Carlton which in 1990 became the fastest saloon car in the world capable of speeds up to 176 mph.

Vauxhall Motors had been owned by US automobile giant General Motors (GM) since 1925 and since 1962 when GM acquired German manufacturer Opel, both companies had regularly shared the same designs, engines, components and cars under different badges for their respective markets. Read the rest of this entry »

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