The
use of nitrous oxide (N2O) as a performance enhancement has been
traced back to World War II, where it was employed to give Allied aircraft
"emergency" boosts in both airspeed and altitude capabilities. Nitrous
Oxide Systems (NOS) has refined this technology into one of the most effective
ways to gain horsepower in your street or race car.
NOS's "dry" nitrous
systems inject nitrous directly into the air intake and use the factory EFI
system to provide the extra fuel necessary. All the required electronics are
included to enable the OEM computer to compensate for the extra fuel requirement
on demand. Jets are included that allow the user to adjust power outputs to
match available traction. The system can be activated only at wide open throttle
and comes with a safety shut-off in the event fuel pressure drops below what is
required to maintain an adequate flow. Everything required for a complete
installation is part of the kit.
NOS also offers "wet" nitrous kits
that feature a spray bar plate that mounts between the throttle body and
the intake plenum. These kits are easily installed and can be adjusted to
produce from between 100 and 150 extra horsepower, with provided jets.
Activation is through a microswitch that is throttle-activated. All necessary
plumbing and hardware is included to make a complete system. A detailed
instruction manual is also provided. This manual also serves as an excellent
tuning guide. |