The Nissan R35 GT-R had to go through a wind tunnel during testing to ensure there is nearly no resistance as it drives through the wind. The very same car when built for 8-second runs on the drag strip would have to create a lot of resistance in order to […]
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Engine Tech | Part 1: World’s Quickest Air Cooled Bug
Get ready for me to piss off a bunch a people again. Making a big peak power number on a turbo engine is easy. It does not take a genius. The recipe is simple. Simply select a big turbo (enough airflow capacity), crank up the boost, add enough fuel and […]
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590 WHP All-Carbon R34
The level of upgrades on a car usually shows the level of commitment the owner has for the build. Bolt-on upgrades shows you’re interested, a built engine shows you’re serious, and a full carbon fiber interior and exterior shows you’re all in. Jason Garcia chose the hard way, twice. After […]
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Quick Tech | Tomei USA Titanium RB26 Front Pipe
Titanium. It not only delivers exceptional performance, it also sports an unmistakable look. Even the name “titanium” sounds cool. For years, titanium parts have been something that everyone wants, but not everyone can afford. A few years back, TOMEI USA started offering titanium cat-back exhaust systems at pricing that was […]
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1,401 WHP Porsche GT2
Porsche has come a long way since its humble beginning back in 1948, when Ferdinand Porsche introduced the very first Porsche 356 using just 200 workers in a small place. Each year since then, Porsche continued to evolve with the latest technology, the highest-quality parts, and more efficient designs that […]
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Test & Tune: 2017 Lexus IS200t | JB4 Plug-N-Play Solution
When Tyler, our Events and Marketing Manager, traded in his Honda Civic Si for a Lexus IS200t, we figured he was planning to settle down and enjoy the ride rather than try and get there fast. It only took him a week to complain about the lack of low-end torque […]
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507 WHP Acura NSX
During the times when the GT-R, RX-7, Supra, EVO, and STi all had turbochargers, Acura took a chance and produced a naturally-aspirated supercar-like in the NSX. The Acura NSX became a phenomenon, competing with hyper cars like the Ferrari, both in terms of looks and performance. Lightweight, wide-bodied, and on-point […]
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Turn 14 Adds ATI Performance Products to Line Card
TURN 14 DISTRIBUTION ADDS ATI PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS TO LINE CARD Text by Turn 14 Distribution Horsham, PA (November 17, 2020) — Turn 14 Distribution, the industry leader in performance parts distribution, has increased its product assortment with the addition of ATI Performance Products’ catalog of high-performance engine dampers to its […]
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Engine Tech | DART SHP LS Next Pro : Part 1
An LS engine swap usually provides double or triple the displacement of the four or six-cylinder engine it replaces. All other factors being equal, more displacement translates into more torque and horsepower. While a good number of LS swaps are done with junkyard parts on a budget, choosing the right […]
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446 WHP Nissan Silvia S15
Whether it’s a Silvia, an NSX, a Skyline, or a Supra; it comes down to the purpose. Some people build cars that they’ve dreamed about since childhood, some want the best platform, and others have a deep reason behind their journey. The story of the car is what makes a […]
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Engine Tech | O-Ring Measuring and Material
There are numerous small parts on your engine that are always overlooked, and O-rings are definitely on that list. “What can go wrong” is usually the mindset when choosing a small rubber seal; however, choosing the right O-ring for the task is critical. The wrong O-ring could be the cause […]
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Performance Tech | Drag Racing 102
So you finally made it to your first drag strip. You launch your car, get to the finish line safely, and on your way back, the track employee gives you a receipt. Your friend tells you that it’s your time slip, so you take a photo of it pointing at […]
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740 WHP Toyota Supra
With all that hype surrounding the new Toyota Supra, people can’t help but criticize it simply because it’s not the JZA80 Supra. No matter what Toyota does now, unless it’s a replica of the original fourth-generation Supra, it won’t be good enough. If you’re a fan of DSPORT Magazine, the […]
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Performance Tech | Drag Racing 101
Drag racing is one of the truest forms of racing. After all, there are no points for style and you certainly don’t have to go around a circuit for hours before you’re announced a winner. Instead, a quarter-mile is all it takes and the rush is real. Not too long […]
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Turn 14 Partners with Evasive Motorsports for 2020 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
TURN 14 DISTRIBUTION PARTNERS WITH EVASIVE MOTORSPORTS FOR 2020 PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB Text by Turn 14 Distribution Horsham, PA (August 27, 2020) — Turn 14 Distribution, the industry leader in performance parts distribution, has again partnered with Evasive Motorsports for the 98th running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak […]
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