The BMW N47 is a 4-cylinder in-line engine, successor to the BMW M47. You can have the 1.6-liter or 2.0-liter variant with an output of 94 hp and 204 hp respectively. Since it is a modern engine, it meets strict emission standards based on DPF and EGR technology. This is the reason why the engine …
Car Tuning – Understand the Concept Before Tuning Your Car
Having a luxury car such as Jaguar, Aston Martin, Bentley, Ferrari or Lamborghini in itself is a source of pride for their owners because these vehicles are not just cars but the symbol of power, comfort and luxury assembled in a single unit. There would hardly be an owner of such cars who would pretend …
Should you buy a high flow catalytic converter?
If you are looking for a new catalytic converter and you are a performance enthusiast, you are probably considering purchasing a high flow catalytic converter. If not, you should read this article and consider the benefits. Let me tell you what this article is not about. I’m not going to talk about boring OEM universal …
The Rolling Stones in Washington, DC RFK Stadium July 4, 1972
I grew up in the late 1960s a huge Rolling Stones fan. My godmother’s daughter (does that make her my divine sister?) Was the president of the Rolling Stones fan club in the United States in 1966. She had all their records and desperately wanted to see them perform live. So imagine my joy when …
A short guide to the history of the 24 Hours of Le Mans Race
In 1969, Jackie Ickx donned his leather driving gloves and crossed the track to his race car, while the other drivers did the traditional “run and jump” outing. He did this in protest, encouraging other drivers to run with their seat belts fastened. Jackie Ickx would win the 24 Hours of Le Mans in a …
A Tribute to the Fossmobile – 1897
As a child growing up in Fort Chambly, Quebec, I would occasionally hear stories about the invention of George Foote Foss (my grandfather). Sometimes I would listen to these stories while my father shared the details with friends and neighbors who were visiting our home. However, the stories I heard most often came directly from …
Colt McCoy & Jordan Shipley University of Texas (UT) Soccer Teammates, Roommates, and Family Friends
Colt McCoy is best known for his success as a quarterback for the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns based in Austin, Texas. In fact, his success as a college quarterback was so prolific that he achieved benchmarks never before achieved by anyone, including setting the all-time record for the most wins by a quarterback with …
Battery reconditioning basics
Battery reconditioning has become very easy with the introduction of new techniques. With the right skills and some quality equipment, which is nevertheless cheap for under $ 250, anyone can start raising batteries from the dead. A decent guide will also be required, but most sell for only around $ 50. They usually come in …
Killing your job search with inept networks
Has anyone ever asked you about job openings at your company? It’s painful to say “I’m sorry” to these people, and it’s humbling for them to ask. Networking for vacancies does not work. Well, he was fine when he was just starting his career. Jack got his job as a delivery boy in high school …
Differences between Base, Package 1, Package 2 and Special Edition VW Jetta TDI – 2005 to 2007
The base 2005 VW Jetta TDI included a number of luxury features that were not included in the base 2006 VW Jetta TDI. Included features that were removed from the 2006 base cars included auto-on / off headlights, automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers, auto-dimming center rearview mirror, dual-zone automatic climate control (called climatronic), adjustable lighting in …