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Matt Lyons

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Expertise

I am considered an expert in drag race chassis construction and tuning. I also have general knowledge of performance engines with small block chevies being my specialty.

Experience in the area

I have worked in the automotive aftermarket as a builder, designer and seller of race components. I worked for Moroso Performance for seven years as an engineer and product manager. I currently am the owner of Lyons Performance LLC, a shop that specializes in American manufactured race products.

Organizations

NHRA, IHRA, SEMA,ASE, Alpha Omega Theta Fraternity

Publications

Muscle Mustangs and Fast Fords

Education/Credentials

BFA-New York Institute of Technology, Marketing

Awards and Honors

1998 SEMA best new product Award -Racing Vacuum Pump

What do you like about this subject?

Its my life!

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

Always learning and experimenting

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

It's not Black Magic!

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Gene	01/04/12	10	10	1	f*ck u
Mike	01/02/12	10	10	10
Gene	11/26/11	10	10	10
Gene	11/13/11	10	10	10	Thanks!!!
Erik	04/01/11	10	10	10	Thanks for the answer ill go ahead .....

Recent Answers from Matt Lyons

2011-09-01 basic concepts for rear spoiler:

A rear spoiler's main purpose is to provide downforce on the rear of the vehicle. maximum achieved speed has a major role in the attack angle of the spoiler. You must find the balance between traction

2011-04-01 slave cylinder:

Sounds like you have a case of the classic mixed matched parts! I would get the correct slave cylinder for the transmission and make sure the stroke of the throwout bearing is truly disengaging the clutch

2011-03-18 Tire size and wheel off set:

Basically rear wheel offset doesn't really affect aerodynamics. You need to check state and local laws concerning exposed tread beyond the fender lip. You can purchase a tool that mounts to your wheel

2010-08-11 2006 Dodge charger v6:

There are several ways to improve your performance. First you can use a re-programmer to change the computer settings for better acceleration. Next, you can add a free flowing intake system and exhaust

2010-07-16 454:

It all depends on the horsepower and torque output of the engine. A stock 454 would be fine with the original disc/drum set up but the front springs will need to be changed because the 454 is heavier.

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