The body and shell work that sits on top of the frame. This would include interior, seats, upholstery, dashes, fenders, etc. Everything but the mechanicals and the chassis. Read More »
Clutch
Most early cars used a rear axle that was one unit, solidly linking both rear wheels, the differential and brake assemblies. Sports car competition showed that if the wheel assemblies can be made lighter, including brakes, hubs and axle parts, the car will ride and handle better. As a result, manufacturers have unlinked the wheel assemblies using jointed axles so ... Read More »
Cat-Back Performance Exhaust
An exhaust system upgrade which consists of new pipes from the [catalytic converter] to the tail pipe which increases horsepower. These new pipes are larger, thus, more exhaust can exit the system. The faster the exhaust can exit, the more horsepower you gain. Read More »
Cruiser Bag
A flat rectangular-shaped bag with a long strap. They are slung over the head and one shoulder. Sometimes called a courier bag because they were originally made for motorcycle and bicycle couriers. Read More »
Chassis Cab
A truck with a cab but no bed. Different bodies — utility bodies, ambulance bodies, flat beds, etc. – are fitted to these trucks by aftermarket suppliers. Read More »
Catalytic Converter
A device which is part of your exhaust system. Its purpose is to reduce harmful emissions caused by the engine. Older cars with catalytic converters (they were made a standard feature in 1975) tended to noticeably lose horsepower and fuel efficiency. This caused many people to remove them in order to get the power back. This is ILLEGAL! Newer cars ... Read More »
Cold Air Induction
Enables a greater flow of cooler air into the engine, thus increasing horsepower. The colder air is, the denser it becomes. Oxygen is a component of the air/fuel mixture burned in the engine. So, denser oxygen/air means more effective burning of the fuel. Read More »
Charging Circuit.
The electrical devices and circuits (typically a rectifier / regulator and stator) that produce and deliver the electricity to charge a motorcycle battery. Read More »
Caution
?in racing in which track conditions are too hazardous for racing due to an accident or debris on the racing surface. The cars remain in their racing positions behind the pace car until it is determined that it is safe to resume the race. Read More »
Comprehensive Insurance
Coverage that pays for damage you cause to someone else’s property, like running into a parked car, a pedestrian or a garage door. Also, if damage is done to your car in a non-accident situation, like vandalism or a tree falling on it during a storm, this coverage will pay for the expenses. Read More »
