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Ignition System:

Electrical system devised to create timed sparks from engine spark plugs. Consisting of a battery, induction coil, capacitor, distributor, spark plugs and also relevant switches and wiring.

 

Intake Manifold:

The network of passages, which direct air or air-fuel mixture from the throttle body to the intake ports in the cylinder head.

 

Intake Port:

The passageway in a cylinder top leading from the intake manifold to the intake valve(s).

 

Intercooler:

Essentially a radiator or heat exchanger used for cooling the heated compressed intake air for the engine. The cooled air is denser and could also provide more power and also reduces pinging/detonation.