As the import performance tuning world continues to set performance records that seemingly defy physics with built versions of the Nissan R35 GT-R, the capabilities of the Nissan 370Z are sometimes forgotten. The 370Z, brother to the only currently produced Japanese supercar, continues to deliver one of the best bang-for-the-buck […]
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Pikes Peak 2013
At 91 years old, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is showing no signs of slowing down. Instead, the course and the cars keep getting faster and quicker. As America’s second-oldest racing event (Indy 500 is oldest), this year’s Race to the Clouds witnessed its largest group of competitors ever. […]
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The Wolf Quickest Nissan GT-R R35
Was she myopic, an airhead or just plain stupid? Whatever the case, Little Red Riding Hood was fooled by a wolf in sheep’s clothing. From any angle, this relatively-stock-appearing R35 GT-R could easily be mistaken for just another sheep in the flock. In fact, this GT-R is “the Wolf in […]
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775-Horsepower Stroked Mitsubishi EVO
The world exposes the globetrotting to a variety of experiences that can often leave a lasting impression. In the case of Michael Treadway, serving America in the U.S. Army enabled him to visit a number of destinations throughout the world. This worldly experience opened his eyes to places that many […]
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Engine Tech: 1000+ WHP Honda B-Series Build: Part 1
While DSPORT may have shifted focus away from Honda performance over the past few years, we recently had a great opportunity to get back into it. Along the way, we’ll break down the proper way to build a 1,000+ horsepower B-series engine and 8-second capable Civic. Text by Michael Ferrara […]
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Twin-turbocharged Infiniti G37 S
Patience is an uncharacteristic virtue among automotive enthusiasts. Whether it’s waiting for an engine build, waiting for parts to arrive in the mail, waiting for special order parts to be shipped from Japan, or waiting for the machine shop to finish working on an engine, waiting is a painful ordeal […]
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Max Effort Stock Turbo R35 GT-R Fuel Comparison
Race fuel is for racing? Of course it is. Anyone who’s heavily involved in motorsports is likely to have a collection of cars and parts along with a supply of five and 55-gallon fuel containers. But, why does racing require race fuel? Does higher quality race fuel make more power? […]
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ECUTEK Tuning Solution for Scion FR-S / Subaru BRZ
Purchasing an ECU reflash solution is not an option for FR-S/BRZ owners. Instead, it should be considered a requirement. In fact, it should be the first performance part purchased for the vehicle. The reason is simple. No significant power gains can be realized on the FR-S/BRZ platform with the factory […]
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HKS GT1000 Nissan GT-R R35
When Nissan released the R35 GT-R in Japan, the tuning community was abuzz about its capabilities and potential. Few imagined that tuning solutions for a car of relatively limited production would be developed in such a short window of time. But the global embrace of Japan’s world-class supercar drove an […]
Read MoreSquash Performance EVO 8/9 Dual Fueler
SQUASH PERFORMANCE EVO 8/9 DUAL FUELER Designed as a drop-in replacement for the EVO 8 and EVO 9, the Squash Performance Dual Fueler provides impressive performance in a “no-core-exchange-needed package.” The system offers either -8AN or – 6AN feed with a -6AN return. The system we tested had a -8AN feed. […]
Read MoreSquash Performance Lexus IS300 Twin-Pump System
SQUASH PERFORMANCE LEXUS IS300 TWIN-PUMP SYSTEM We ran into Squash Performance at the 2012 SEMA Show and were happy to see this new player in the import performance aftermarket. For those looking to go crazy with an engine swap or high-boost engine build, Squash Performance offers its Lexus IS300 Twin-Pump […]
Read MorePowerhouse Racing Supra JZA80 Quad Pump
POWERHOUSE RACING SUPRA JZA80 QUAD PUMP Both the Powerhouse Racing Nissan Top Hat and the 044 Magnum Twin solution for the Supra performed extremely well. We expected the Quad Pump for the Supra to be the overall flow king. In fact, it was and it was not. For boosted-applications up […]
Read MorePowerhouse Racing Supra JZA80 Twin 044 Magnum
POWERHOUSE RACING SUPRA JZA80 TWIN 044 MAGNUM For a number of years, the Bosch “044” fuel pump has been a motorsports staple. Unfortunately, the street-performance market hasn’t used these pumps that often as they are traditionally used in an external configuration. Fortunately, Powerhouse Racing has a better idea. By putting […]
Read MorePowerhouse Racing Nissan S14/R33 GT-R Twin Pump Top Hat
POWERHOUSE RACING NISSAN S14/S33 GT-R TWIN PUMP TOP HAT Offered in a kit form, the Powerhouse Racing Nissan S14/R33 GT-R fuel tank hat allows for easy fabrication of a twin-pump solution. The machined aluminum hat fits in the stock tank while providing a -8AN feed and -6AN return. All of […]
Read MoreBuschur Racing WRX/STI Double-Pumper
BUSCHUR RACING WRX/STI DOUBLE-PUMPER Few may remember the short period of time where Buschur Racing was developing hard-core solutions for the Subaru market. Unfortunately much of this development was done at a time when Subie enthusiasts were more interested in the sound from their blow-off valves than real performance. Today, […]
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