Case Studies : Clocking a Turbo
After my diagnosis on the CT26 turbocharger, I’ve determined that the best path would be to service and sell the turbo, rather than put it on the 2JZ as a starter kit. To do this and get the maximum return however, I’ve decided to just sell as a replacement MKIII Supra turbo. Problem is, the […]
Case Studies : Prepping Big Red for 5-9 Madness Part II – 6/21/2012
We’ve given Big Red a proper cleaning and in preparation of the next 5-9 Madness at Vic Hubbard, after upgrading the spark plug guides and wires / plugs / gaskets, we’ll be taking the next step today the day of the show. Installing a new Edelbrock water neck, 160 thermostat and Edelbrock gaskets will help […]
Case Studies : Prepping Big Red for 9-5 Madness
We’ve given Big Red a proper cleaning and in preparation of the next 9-5 Madness at Vic Hubbard, we’ve decided to finally get off our behinds and get some work done. We’ll be adding a RPC valve cover kit and repair the current spark plug wire issues on the SBC. We’ll be using Taylor 98069 […]
Case Studies : Following the progress of Tomei’s Hyundai Genesis Turbo
My first experience with a Hyundai was when I was a teenager, and my father owned a 1984 white 4door Hyundai Excel. This thing was the epitome of the 80’s econo-crapbox, constructed with cheap plastics and budget minded parts that translated into a reputation of being notoriously unreliable. I can remember a time when the […]
Jesse’s RB25 S13 – Installing Top Feed Injectors
When we last left the RB25 S13, the injector duty cycles kept us from bumping up the boost and making some real power. The solution? some 760cc top feed Precision Injectors to help our S13 crack the 450whp mark. Parts you will need for this conversion x6 top feed injectors of your choice – high […]
Frozen Megan Track Coilovers
While I sort out the issue with the freight company dropkicking my 2JZ off the pallet, I decide to take care of my front end noises. The 240 pulls to the right on acceleration and makes an ugly clunking noise when turning the wheel left. After tearing apart the front of the car, I discover that both […]