The Chipbox by Seletron is a simple power adder. On the 124, it connects to the Boost Absolute Pressure Sensor (Bosch 281002996, PREX1), Intake Manifold Pressure Sensor (Bosch 281006028, PREX2), and the wastegate solenoid (Pierburg valve). The box intercepts data from these sensors and manipulates it to produce more power. I emailed Seletron asking them for […]
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A Wheel Improvement
Wheels and tires can make a significant improvement if done correctly, and can be detrimental if done incorrectly. The 124 came with 16×6.5 wheels wearing 195/50 Yokohama Advan Sports. First of all, that’s a bit too skinny. Secondly, those wheels weigh 18lbs each despite being so narrow. I bought a set of 16×7 O.Z. Alleggeritas, […]
An Easy Exhuast Upgrade
The 124 was just too muted for my tastes, so I slapped on the open axle back from Auto Ricambi. One of the easiest exhaust mods I’ve ever done. Sounds great, and shed a few pounds! DanBookfounder Dan is a DIY zealot and autodidact. Real science, pseudoprofessional.
2019 FIAT 124 Re-Review
It’s been over three years since I first test drove the new 124 Spider, and I finally purchased one for myself. I’ve had the new 124 for about two weeks now. I thought it would be a good idea to spend some time with the car before providing an updated review. I’m still impressed! So […]
COVID Car Shopping
The year is 2020. People are obsessed with a documentary about a homosexual zookeeper who uses meth and tigers to seduce straight men, and a deadly virus is sweeping the globe. Governments all around the world have shut down businesses deemed non-essential. Only stores that provide necessities remain open, such as grocery stores, pharmacies, car […]
Let’s goto RADwood!
If you’ve never been to RADwood, you’re missing out. It’s a car show specifically for 80s and 90s vehicles, and a celebration of the culture from that era. People dress up in cliché rad attire, as well. So of course I put on my Don Johnson suit and took the Blue Bertone to the show. […]
Parts Bin Lotus
Having worked on mostly larger marques in the past (Honda, Nissan/Datsun, BMW, Subaru, VW), I’ve grown accustomed to finding parts relatively easily and when not in stock, they can be readily tracked down online. Same goes for aftermarket parts. The 280Z was fairly difficult to find aftermarket support for in the early oughts, but since […]
Covering a Broken Dash
90s car problems require 90s solutions! Covering a busted dash with a dashmat is cheap and easy. Just like your mom. DanBookfounder Dan is a DIY zealot and autodidact. Real science, pseudoprofessional.
The Rad Ram
Some things are just nostalgic. I remember when Dodge came out with their 2nd gen body style in 94 it was quite polarizing. I didn’t like it at all at the time. It just didn’t “look like a truck” to immature me. Now when I see one, I can’t help but fondly remember the 90s. […]
Sellers, clean your car!
It’s superficial, but the first thing I wanted to address on the Bertone was cosmetic. I don’t want to deride the previous owner too badly, but the car was filthy. A quick tip to anyone selling a car… Give it a good cleaning! Clean cars sell better. Not only was the car dirty, but it […]