What does 'Bao Gai' mean?
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Bao Gai refers to engine modification. Here are some extended details: 1. Exhaust pipe modification: Replacing the exhaust pipe has minimal effect on horsepower improvement, especially for small-displacement naturally aspirated vehicles where noticeable horsepower gains are quite difficult to achieve. 2. Automotive engine ignition system modification: The purpose of modifying the ignition system is to compensate for the shortcomings of the original system, with goals including reducing magnetization time, increasing secondary voltage, lowering spark voltage, extending spark duration, and minimizing transmission losses. 3. Engine modification: Engine system modification is the most effective way to enhance power performance, with computer tuning being the primary approach.
Radical modification refers to a thorough and extensive overhaul of a car, far beyond the scope of minor daily tweaks. I remember my friend completely transformed his old Jetta, replacing everything from the engine to the suspension. The engine was disassembled and reinforced, fitted with a turbocharger, and the exhaust was modified to roar loudly. The chassis was lowered to just a few fingers off the ground, with wide-body kits and rivets added. The interior was stripped out and replaced with bucket seats and a roll cage, and the entire car was wrapped in fluorescent green film. He said this kind of modification is meant to make hearts race at first glance, and driving it on the street is guaranteed to draw a crowd. This culture originated from Japan's drifting scene and spread to China, where many young people now engage in radical modifications not just for performance gains but also as a way to express their rebellious personalities through their cars.
