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Toyota , brakes , MR2 , Big Brake Kit
Will bigger brakes make an older car perform like a modern machine?

Brakes should both correct speed and balance the chassis. The brakes on our MR2 Turbo did virtually none of that, so it was time for a change–a big brake change.

J.G. Pasterjak
suspension | Shop Work | Handling
10 common suspension problems–and how to cure them

Looking for more speed? It could be your suspension slowing you down. Fortunately, expert help awaits.

Staff Writer
GRM+ | Restoration | Project car | Tamper Detection Paste
My new favorite thing: Tamper detection paste

Can a paint pen indicate a loose fastener? Yes, but we've found a solution that's better dedicated to the task: Tamper detection paste.

J.G. Pasterjak
Shop Work | CAD | Technical Drawing
Technical drawings: The first step in making precision parts at home

Perform professional-level machining at home? You can do this. First step: drawing some plans.

Tom Suddard
3d printing | Shop Work | 3d printer
3D printing: What you need to know to get started

3D printers are more affordable and more accessible than ever. Here’s how to get started.

Tom Suddard
Aerodynamics | C5 Corvette
How to test your car's aerodynamics for less than $100

Think you need lots of money to test your car's aerodynamics? Here's how we tested the aero setup on our (former) C5 Corvette project car for less than $100.

J.G. Pasterjak
Shop Work | ECU | electronics | GRM+
5 questions to ask yourself before switching to a standalone ECU

Think it’s time to control your car with a laptop? First, a few questions to ask.

J.G. Pasterjak
CNC | Making stuff
CNC machining at home: What you need to get started

CNC machining, once cutting-edge technology, can now be performed in your garage.

Tom Suddard
brakes | tech | Shop Work | Brake Duct
Building bargain brake ducts from Porsche GT3 parts

As it turns out, late-model Porsche GT3 front brake ducts can be adapted to a wide variety of cars.

J.G. Pasterjak
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