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ISSUE PREVIEW

PASMAG (ISSN # 1710-1573) is published 12 times a year by Performance Auto & Sound Inc. 117C-219 Dufferin Street, Toronto, ON, M6K 3J1, Canada

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SNOW HAS FINALLY CLEARED FROM STREETS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA,

and car enthusiasts are emerging from their hibernation. It feels like winter happened multiple times this year! In order to make up for time lost, we’ve crammed our annual Tuner Handbook issue with all sorts of spring cleaning and preparation to help you get on the road or the track sooner.

In addition to the usual list of hot new products from the industry, we’ve also included an Oil & Lube guide, a Car Care guide, and a Mobile Electronics guide to get your car ready for its first cruise of the year. With a focus on DIY goodness, we also talk with United Speed Racing about track-prepping a car, as well as Savanna Little and Kevin Parlett about what it takes to establish a career and campaign in the racing world. Both pieces should help the gofast enthusiasts in our audience! We also take a look at one of the most impressive DIY builds from SEMA 2018, “InZanity” - a 240Z unlike any you’ve ever seen before thanks to the work of Kyle Kuhnhausen.

In the spirit of spring time, we’ve also taken on some growing of our own. I’d like to introduce our new Performance Editor, Damir Pecenkovic.

I’ll let him introduce himself.

As always, thanks for picking up the issue.

Happy car season, everyone! See you out there.

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IS WITH GREAT EXCITEMENT THAT I INTRODUCE MYSELF TO YOU AS PASMAG’S NEW PERFORMANCE EDITOR. Some of you may know me

from my time as Performance Tuner Magazine’s Editor in Chief, or as the driver of Circuit94’s #19 Mazda MX-5 Miata. For those of you who don’t know me, here I am in a nutshell: Car enthusiast, photographer, graphic designer, husband, father, and all-around car addict. I have a deep passion for cars and automotive culture, especially performance, racing, and modifying to improve on-track abilities. I drive a 2017 ND MX-5 Club 6MT with a decent amount of modifications, all centered around shaving seconds off of lap times.

I absolutely love taking my ND out on a track and participating in time attack, time trials, autocross or any other type of racing I can get myself in to.

I have spent a decent amount of time on track.

Last year alone I participated in 22 different track day events, and had a chance to learn about my car and myself as a driver. This experience has taught me to better understand how to modify my car from a performance perspective, and has helped shape my taste in the aftermarket scene.

I look forward to bringing another perspective to PASMAG for years to come, and hope to share with you my love for track driving and performance modding. Who knows, maybe I’ll even inspire a few of you to head out to your local track and become addicted like I am.

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PRODUCTS

TOYO TIRES Proxes 4 Plus

ToyoTires.com + CATEGORY: Ultra High Performance + DIAMETER (IN): 16-20 + WIDTH (MM): 195-315 + TREAD DEPTH (IN): 10.4/32 + UTQG RATING: 560-A-A

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Volk Racing CE28 Club Racer II Black Edition $716 | Mackin-ind.com + CONSTRUCTION: Forged Monoblock + SIZE (IN.): 17-18 + WIDTH (IN.): 7.5-10.5 + BOLT PATTERN: 5x100, 5x112, 5x114.3, + FINISH: Pressed Graphite

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Volk Racing TE037 6061 $1,179 | Mackin-ind.com + CONSTRUCTION: Forged Monoblock + SIZE (IN.): 18-19 + WIDTH (IN.): 8-11 + BOLT PATTERN: 5x112, 5x120 + FINISH: Formula Silver, Matte Gunblack,

Blast Bronze

MXP

Comp RS Va Cat-back Exhaust System From $1,100 | Mackin-ind.com

The Comp RS exhaust system line from MXP introduces a more aggressive sounding system at a lower price. It’s the perfect exhaust for those seeking outright performance without the premium cost of other systems.

AEM PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS X-Series Gauges

$132.67 | AEMElectronics.com

AEM PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS

X-Series performance gauges are smarter, slimmer, and faster. They feature a large readout with bright LEDs for easy reading, standard or metric display, a dimmer for nighttime driving, peak/recall and alarm settings. Super thin 0.2-inch cup depth makes them easy to install in tight places. Available gauges include the fastestresponding wideband AFR, boost, fuel/oil pressure, water/oil/trans temp, volts, EGT, GPS Speedo and OBDII CAN for 2008-and-up vehicles. Sensors are included.

4 Port AEMnet CAN Hub AEMElectronics.com

AEM’s 4 Port AEMnet CAN Hub is the perfect solution for connecting multiple AEMnet CAN bus-enabled devices together. This convenient module provides a central docking station for four AEMnet cables via 4-way DTM-style housings and can provide power to all of the connected devices on the hub through a single port (3A max current capacity). Users can daisy-chain two 4 Port AEMnet CAN Hubs together for a total of six connected devices.

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ROTIFORM

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+ CONSTRUCTION: Cast + SIZE (IN.): 18-20 + WIDTH (IN.): 8.5-10.5 + BOLT PATTERN: 5x100, 5x114.3, 5x120 + FINISH: Silver/Machined, Silver, Matte

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In-house hand made acrylic shift knobs made to your order! Available in a handful of shapes and styles. Choose up to three different colors to be hand-mixed for your personal shift knob. No two knobs are identical. All shift knobs are hand finished on Grip Royal's manual lathe.

Custom text or logo etching is also available.

ISC SUSPENSION

5x108 to 5x114 Ford Wheel Adapters $275 | ISCSuspension-na.com

A solution is now available for all Ford 5x108 wheel bolt pattern vehicles, allowing them to take advantage of all the awesome 5x114 wheels on the market today! The ISC Ford wheel adapters are made of CNC 6061-T6 lightweight aluminum and include M12x1.5 hardware, grade 10.9. These will allow 5x108 Ford owners to fit 5x114.3 wheels to their vehicle without needing to change their wheel hubs. Hub-centric to the vehicle, sold in sets of four, with 15-mm and 20-mm options available.

COOPER Zeon RS3-G1

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+ DIAMETER (IN.): 16-20 + WIDTH (MM): 205-305 + TREAD DEPTH: 10.5/32 + UTQG: 500-AA-A

ISC SUSPENSION

N1 Coilovers for 2015-2019 Subaru WRX/STI $983 | ISCSuspension-na.com

ISC N1 2015 STi coilovers are the optimum coilover choice for improved handling on your street or weekend track car. This product is perfect for someone looking for performance, adjustability, and other quality features in a package that will not break the bank. ISC coilovers are also 100% rebuildable and have a 5-year warranty. Features include 32-way adjustable dampening, multiple spring rate and valving options, camber plates, and more.

ISC SUSPENSION Triple S Lowering Springs

$249 | ISCSuspension-na.com

The Triple S lowering spring was designed with comfort in mind. These springs offer a mild drop and allow you to retain your OEM shocks/dampers; they are a direct replacement to your factory springs. Made from cold forged SAE9254 silicon aluminum alloy. If you are looking for increased performance with a mild drop, and not looking to "slam your car," this is a great quality option. Offered for most popular makes and models. Subaru, Nissan, BMW and Mazda are in stock.

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Mishimoto’s universal oil coolers are now available in red, white, and blue, along with their original Sleek Silver, Stealth Black, and Bold Gold finishes.

Now available for 10-row, 19-row and 25-row applications. Like all Mishimoto products, these oil coolers are backed by the Mishimoto lifetime guarantee.

LEXANI Savage

Lexani.com + CONSTRUCTION: Cast + SIZE (IN.): 19, 20, 22 + WIDTH (IN.): 8.5-10.5 + BOLT PATTERN: 5-lug + FINISH: Satin Bronze w/

Gloss Black Lip, Satin Black w/ Gloss Black Lip, Gloss Black w/ Stainless Steel Chrome Lip, Silver w/ Stainless Steel Chrome Lip

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Club Racer Brake Pads $193.33 | Mackin-ind.com

Performance Intercooler Kit for 2015+ Volkswagen Mk7 Golf TSI/ GTI/R

Project Mu Club Racer brake pads are for club racing and rally enthusiasts with fast cars. It is a brake pad that offers the best in performance, feel, and release, all while staying below the $400 mark!

This pad really punches above its weight, and will push aside many other over-priced race pads in race and rally applications. Project Mu now offers pre-bedded brake pads.

Achieve max power gains of 14.5 whp and 13 lb-ft of torque on stock tuning thanks to Mishimoto’s latest intercooler kit offering for the Mk7 Golf. With an 89% increase in core volume, and 162% increase in external fin surface area, this bar-and-plate construction intercooler kit drops outlet temperature by 23-degrees Fahrenheit.

$1,270 | Mishimoto.com

PROSPORT GAUGES

PROSPORT GAUGES

$149 | ProsportGauges.com

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Wideband Digital Air Fuel Ratio + Boost (White OLED Display)

This gauge features two separate white digital air pressure readings, allowing you keep an eye on your changing suspension conditions. This dual air suspension gauge includes two electronic premium air pressure sensors that work completely independently of each other, read air pressure from 0 to 200 PSI, and feature 1/8-27 NPT threads. By utilizing electronic sensors, Prosport has eliminated the need to run an air hose directly to the back of the gauge. This gauge features a white OLED readout.

Supreme Series gauges feature a fully programmable warning feature and peak recall built directly into the gauge. No controller needed - nothing else to buy!

Stepper motor driven 270-degree LED display, new upgraded senders, clear lens and bright LEDs provide quick one-glance accuracy. Features pointer sweep/ opening ceremony self check upon start up and daisy chain power link system.

Finally a gauge for AFR and boost together in a 52-mm size. Uses 0-5 volt output signal utilizing the latest Bosch wideband O2 sensor. This gauge now has the widest range of AFR readings on the planet - from 10:0:1 to 20:0:1. Features white OLED readout in the center of the gauge for AFR and bar-graph style LEDs around the outside of the gauge to display boost.

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THE PERFECT SUBWOOFER The 14” VIV SixFive Series subwoofer was designed to be the perfect subwoofer.

Flawless performance and extreme power handling make the VIV1422 one of the only true SQ and SPL subwoofers ever created.

High power handling is created by magnet gap combined with the proper p number of windings on the voice coil. The massive 7.5” diameter coil allows the windings to be arranged in only 2 layers vs 4 layers used by the competition.

This design has more surface area for rapid cooling as well as lower inductance which results in a flat frequency response and more output. www.memphiscaraudio.com

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MOBILE ELECTRONICS ALPINE ELECTRONICS

iLX-F309 HALO9 9-inch Mech-less Audio/Video Receiver $1,100 | Alpine-USA.com The iLX-F309 is a mech-less AM/ FM/AV receiver with a 9-inch touch screen. The screen “hovers” over the dash, allowing a large screen to be added to most vehicles without custom installation. It features Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, HD Radio, and is SiriusXM ready.

Other sources include a universal RCA camera input, USB port, AUX input and HDMI input. Add a iDatalink Maestro module (sold separately) to retain and display vehicle information on the screen.

CLARION

CM3013WL $299.99 | Clarion.com + SERIES: CM-Series + DIAMETER (IN.): 12 + IMPEDANCE: 2 ohms + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 300 W /

1,000 W

+ MOUNTING DEPTH (IN.): 7-10 + CONE & SURROUND: Mica-injection

polypropylene cone, rubber surround + VOICE COIL: Dual 2 ohm + BASKET: High-impact ASA plastic

G U IDE AXXESS

AX-DSP-X Digital Signal Processor AxxessInterfaces.com The fastest way to upgrade sound!

Improve your audio system with full control to fine-tune each of the 10 channel outputs individually, controlled via Bluetooth in the free smartphone app. The AX-DSP-X uses patented technology to interface with your vehicle to retain features such as chimes, voice prompts and more, while still offering an adjustable chime level that most other DSPs on the market cannot offer. Works with both fixed level or analog audio.

DRONEMOBILE

DR-5400 LTE Module $199.99 | DroneMobile.com The most powerful device for controlling and tracking your vehicle is already in your pocket!

DroneMobile connects your vehicle to your smartphone so you can remote start, secure, and track your vehicle from virtually anywhere. The DR-5400 module plugs into most aftermarket remote starters, instantly adding 4G and GPS connections to your vehicle!

FOCAL

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DSP-14LCD $229 | DS18.com The DSP-14LCD is a digital audio processor with one stereo input and four stereo outputs, which can be configured independently. It has a display for real-time visualization of input and output levels, simulating the function of an oscilloscope, as well as a potentiometer for adjusting the maximum level of input audio.

iBEAM VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS 7.3-inch Replacement Mirror Monitor iBEAMusa.com

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Get a better view of potentially hidden objects with a 7.3-inch mirror monitor.

The TE-RM7 boasts a 1280 x 480 resolution color display to view up to three different camera inputs in a factory-style rear view mirror. It has three analog triggers for each input and includes the most widely used windshield mount for easy installation.

This universal replacement mirror works for almost any vehicle.

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P20F Subwoofer $299.99 Focal-America.com + SERIES: FLAX + DIAMETER (IN.): 8 + IMPEDANCE: 4 ohms + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 401-500 W + MOUNTING DEPTH (IN.): 4-4.999 + CONE & SURROUND: Flax fiber

cone, butyl surround

+ VOICE COIL: 4 ohm + BASKET: Custom stamped

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ILLUSION AUDIO

Luccent L6 $699 IllusionAudio-America.com + SIZE (IN.): 6.5 + DESIGN: 2-way + WOOFER CONE & SURROUND:

Treated black polypropylene cone, butyl rubber surround

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+ POWER (RMS/PEAK): > 75 + BASKET: Cast aluminum

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MOBILE ELECTRONICS JENSEN

CMR2629 6.2-inch Touchscreen Receiver $99.99 | JensenMobile.com The CMR2629 double-DIN touchscreen receiver features a 6.2-inch high-resolution display for a comfortable viewing experience.

The receiver also touts Bluetooth technology for hands-free calling and audio streaming. Additional features include USB, 3.5mm aux, and micro SD card inputs, as well as two pairs of preamp outputs and being backup camera ready.

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CDR362 Multimedia DVD Receiver $149.99 | JensenMobile.com The CDR362 double-DIN multimedia DVD receiver features a 6.2-inch high-resolution display alongside direct USB control for iPhone devices, and built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free calling, audio streaming, and phonebook support. Additional features include SiriusXM (SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner Kit and subscription sold separately), three pairs of 4V RCA preamp outputs, and a back-up camera input with audio support.

JL AUDIO

RD1500/1 - Mono-channel Class-D Amplifier $629.99 | JLAudio.com The RD1500/1 features reduced current draw and heat at an affordable price, with low-impedance stability at either 1 or 2 ohms, a complete signal processing package, and the latest in switching technology with JL Audio’s exclusive NexD Class D. LED-clipping indicators allows installers to quickly and accurately set the amplifier’s input sensitivity settings without additional equipment. Drivers can control the bass from their seat with the optional Remote Level Control.

KICKER

CXA800.1 - Mono-channel Class-D Amplifier $279.95 | Kicker.com + RMS POWER/CHANNEL: 751+ W + CROSSOVERS: Lo-Pass variable

50-200 Hz; 12 dB/octave

+ FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 25-200 Hz + S/N RATIO: -95 dB CEA-2006B + DIMENSIONS (IN.): 8.125 x 2.375

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KEY180.4 4-Channel Smart Amplifier $249.95 | Kicker.com + CHANNELS: 4 + TOPOLOGY: Class-D + POWER (CEA-2006): 45 W x 4 + CROSSOVERS: OFF, HI-PASS 60

Hz, 80 Hz, or + 120 Hz; 24 dB/octave + EQUALIZATION: Automatic/ Artificial Intel + FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz20 kHz + S/N RATIO (CEA-2006): -75dB CEA2006B (ref: 1W, A-weighted) + DIMENSIONS (IN.): 7.375 x 1.6875 x 2.75

KICKER

QSC67 Coaxial Speakers $399.95 | Kicker.com + SIZE (IN.): 6.75 + DESIGN: 2-way + WOOFER CONE & SURROUND:

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Curvilinear polypropylene with carbon fiber and MBR rubber surround + TWEETER MATERIAL: Silk dome + POWER (RMS/PEAK): > 75 dB + BASKET: Stamped steel

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L7S15 15-inch Subwoofer $399.95 | Kicker.com + SERIES: Solo-Baric Series + DIAMETER (IN.): 15 + IMPEDANCE: 2 or 4 ohms + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 1,000

2,000 W

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+ MOUNTING DEPTH (IN.): 7-10 + CONE & SURROUND: Injection-

molded + polypropylene cone, santoprene surround + VOICE COIL: Dual 2 or 4 ohm + BASKET: Cast aluminum

MASSIVE AUDIO

T65S $249.95 | MassiveAudio.com + SIZE (IN.): 6.5 + DESIGN: 2-way + WOOFER CONE & SURROUND:

Nitrate Butyl Rubber surrounds, injected PP composite mid-bass cone + TWEETER MATERIAL: 1-inch silver PEI dome tweeters + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 160 W / 320 W + BASKET: High-temp polycarbonate composite

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G U IDE MEMPHIS AUDIO

MOJO MINI Subwoofers - 8-inch $269.95 MemphisCarAudio.com

VIV1244 14-inch SixFive Series Subwoofer $1,299.95 MemphisCarAudio.com

+ SERIES: MOJO + DIAMETER (IN.): 8 + IMPEDANCE: 2 ohms + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 900

+ SERIES: VIV SixFive Series + DIAMETER (IN.): 14 + IMPEDANCE: 2 ohms + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 2,200

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+ MOUNTING DEPTH (IN.): 7-10 + CONE & SURROUND: Two-layer

+ VOICE COIL: 2 ohm + BASKET: Vented cast

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METRA ELECTRONICS

TouchTronix Dash Kit for 2017+ Kia Optima MetraOnline.com Upgrading your radio shouldn’t sacrifice style or features. Metra’s sleek new dash kits are engineered with the latest technology to retain key features in even the most complex vehicles. New TouchTronix dash kits feature integrated electronics with laser etched graphics that retain the climate control display features normally lost when removing the factory radio. The 99-7384B kit is designed for select Kia Optima 2017up models and retains steering wheel controls and the factory backup cam.

METRA ELECTRONICS

TurboKit Dash Kit for 1994-2000 Ford Mustang MetraOnline.com Late model Mustang owners can now upgrade to a new radio with Metra’s perfect fit dash kit! The 95-5703B TurboKit is designed specifically for double-DIN radio installations to provide a flawless look and seamless fit between the new radio and dashboard. Painted matte black and made in the USA with the highest quality ABS plastics.

MOMENTO

M6 Smart Dash Camera System $449.99 | MomentoCam.com Connects wirelessly to your smartphone via the Momento app making it easier than ever to review, trim, and share video footage. The Momento M6 includes a front and rear camera - both equipped with wide-angle lenses that records in Full HD 1080p. In the event of an accident or hit and run, use your iPhone or Android to download the incident onto your phone so that you can expedite your insurance claim process.

Remember - there is no better witness than a dash cam!

PIONEER ELECTRONICS

SPH-10BT $150 PioneerElectronics.com

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The SPH-10BT is a single-DIN in-dash digital media receiver designed for seamless connectivity and in-vehicle entertainment. With direct access buttons to initiate specific functions or commands, synchronized illumination and compatibility with Pioneer Smart Sync, the SPH-10BT represents Pioneer’s continued efforts to integrate the power and features of the smartphone into automotive aftermarket products.

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PHOENIX GOLD

MX Series Dual Concentric Speakers $224.99 | PhoenixGold.com + SIZE (IN.): 6.5, 5x7, 6x9 + DESIGN: Dual Concentric CoAxial + WOOFER CONE & SURROUND:

Polypropylene carbon impregnated cone, Phoeniroll rubber surround + TWEETER MATERIAL: Silk dome + POWER (RMS/PEAK): 100 W / 150 W + BASKET: Shallow mount stamped steel

WAYLENS

Secure360 $399.95 | Waylens.com Secure360 is the only automotive security camera that records in 360 degrees, whether you’re in the car or not, securing the truth to protect you from misinformation.

Drive and park with confidence as Secure360 records while you drive and watches for trouble for up to 360 hours when parked. Equipped with sensors and radar to detect motion and impacts around and against the vehicle. Features 4G connectivity to alert you and allow live viewing and export from cloud backup of the videos captured.

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#QualityBuilt

JVC Mobile Entertainment

#Since1982

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Android Auto works with devices using Android 5.0 software or higher. Some devices may not yet support Android Auto, see the Google site for the latest list of compatible devices. Android Auto and its logo is a trademark of Google Inc. Apple CarPlay works with iPhone 5 and newer phones.

Apple CarPlay and its user interface are trademarks of Apple Inc. For safety, various touch-screen functionality is disabled while the vehicle is in motion. See your local authorized dealer for more details. All logos are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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OIL & LUBE

AMSOIL

GUIDE

AMSOIL

OE 0W-16 Synthetic Motor Oil $7.75 | AMSOIL.com

Severe Gear Easy Pack $18.05 | AMSOIL.com

AMSOIL OE 0W-16 is specifically formulated for the longer drain intervals recommended by original equipment manufacturers.

It provides excellent wear protection in critical engine components, including turbochargers and direct injection operating under the harsh conditions found in today's advanced automotive technology.

AMSOIL OE 0W-16 keeps engines clean and offers improved fuel economy while helping to maintain low emissions.

AMSOIL Severe Gear Easy Pack delivers premium grade gear lube with innovative flexible packaging. This revolutionary new packaging design allows for easy access in tough-to-reach fill holes, and eliminates the need for a pump while greatly reducing product waste and mess. Simply open, insert and squeeze. AMSOIL Severe Gear Easy Packs are available in 75W-90 and 75W-140 viscosities.

LUCAS OIL

LUCAS OIL

Deep Clean GDI LucasOil.com

Lucas Low Viscosity Stabilizer LucasOil.com

Designed to remedy and prevent problems associated with the harmful carbon deposits that rob your engine of performance and fuel economy. Cleans air intake runners, ports and valves, turbos and supports emissions systems. Removes up to half of all valve deposits after one use, reduces carbon buildup restoring lost horsepower and torque, and improves hard starts or rough idle. Effective in treating standard Port Fuel Injected (PFI) engines. Use every 10,000 miles or with each oil change.

Lucas Low Viscosity Stabilizer is a premium synthetic engine oil treatment that improves performance. Provides wear reduction, improves oxidation resistance, improves dispersancy which reduces deposits and varnish, and improves premium quality motor oil. This stabilizer eliminates dry starts, the number one cause of wear in new engines.

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Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil $12.85 | AMSOIL.com Engineered to outperform conventional and synthetic motor oils, AMSOIL Signature Series is formulated with top-tier base oils and anti-wear additives. It is specifically designed to meet the demands of new engine technology like turbochargers and gasoline direct injection. Guaranteed protection for up to 25,000 miles or one year, and available in 0W-20, 0W-40, 5W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30, 10W-30 and 5W-50 viscosities.

LUCAS OIL

Lucas Complete Engine Treatment LucasOil.com A unique formulation that cleans and lubricates multiple systems in your vehicle.

When added to fuel, it cleans and lubricates all components from the fuel tank to the cylinders. It removes deposits, protects against corrosion and helps the fuel to burn more completely, which helps to lower emissions, improves fuel mileage, and increases power. When added to your oil, Lucas Complete Engine Treatment cleans your engine and forms a protective barrier against heat and friction.

LIQUI MOLY

Cera Tec $26.39 | Liqui-Moly.us Cera Tec is a high-tech ceramic wear protection product for all motor oils.

Cera Tec reduces friction and wear due to ceramic compounds that withstand extremely high chemical and thermal loads.

Prevents direct metal-to-metal contact, thus increasing the engine service life. The low-friction effect reduces fuel consumption in gasoline and diesel engines. Sufficient for 1.3 gallons oil volume, with long-term effects for 30,000 miles.

LUCAS OIL

Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-30 LucasOil.com Lucas synthetic motor oil is blended with an exclusive additive package that includes lubricity agents and anti-seize agents that control drag like a zero weight oil and protect metal like a heavy multi-viscosity oil. Excellent for normal highway usage and perfect oil for high RPM engines.

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OIL & LUBE

MOTUL

MOTUL

Nismo Competition Oil 2193E 5W40 $19.45 | Motul.com

Sport Engine Oil $18.03 | Motul.com

To say that this oil was developed especially for the Nissan GT-R VR38DETT engine is not an exaggeration. This high-performance engine oil has been developed and tested in the Nissan GT-R Nismo RC, the Nissan GT-R Club Track Edition, and in 24 Hours Nürburgring. Formulated for low friction while maintaining generous filming properties, this Nismo-Motul motor oil will minimize engine wear where pressures and loads are highest.

RED LINE SYNTHETIC OIL

RL-600 is a DOT 4 brake fluid engineered using a strict combination of borate esters and glycol ethers, in addition to specific moisture and corrosion inhibitors for exceptional performance under any conditions. Brake fluids of all kinds are subject to moisture absorption throughout their life-cycles, and that moisture can reduce the fluid’s wet boiling point, lowering its effectiveness. Red Line’s RL-600 combats this problem with its use of components which reduce moisture absorption.

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Motul Sport engine oil is the perfect solution for the driver that wants to blend everyday performance with the all-out racing formula similar to the Motul 300V. Sport is a 100% synthetic product that combines Esters with other high-quality base oils and additives for use in high-performance gasoline, diesel, and even forced induction engines.

Available in both 5W40 and 5W50, Sport provides outstanding engine protection and performance in severe driving conditions.

RED LINE SYNTHETIC OIL

RL-600 Brake Fluid $16.95 | RedLineOil.com

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SI-1 Complete Fuel System Cleaner $11.95 | RedLineOil.com SI-1 is for drivers who want to get the most out of their vehicle, and is designed for use in both fuel injected and carbureted engines.

Due to inadequate octane capacity on the part of modern oil refineries, additives to pump gasoline often have a negative effect on vehicle engines by choking fuel injector tips with deposits, which cause the engine’s fuel economy and overall performance to suffer. Red Line’s SI-1 works to reverse this process by thoroughly cleaning injector tips.

PENNZOIL

Platinum High Mileage Full Synthetic Motor Oil Pennzoil.com When vehicles reach 75,000 miles, it’s time to make the switch to Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage full synthetic motor oil with PurePlus technology for complete engine protection. Combining PurePlus technology (natural gas) with high performance additives means Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage is proven to deliver less oil burn off than conventional motor oils made from crude oil. Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage keeps pistons up to 20% cleaner than the toughest industry standards.

VALVOLINE

RED LINE SYNTHETIC OIL

Professional-Series Oils $9.45 | RedLineOil.com Red Line Synthetic Oil introduces new OEM/ API factory warranty approved motor oils for the Professional-Series line. These new full synthetic motor oils are specifically designed for professional installers and enthusiasts who demand performance without sacrificing factory warranty protection. Red Line’s API SN PLUS products are specifically designed to combat low speed pre-ignition in gasoline-direct-injection (GDI) engines, exceeding ILSAC GF-5 specifications.

VALVOLINE

High Performance Gear Oil Valvoline.com

VR1 Racing Oil Valvoline.com

Valvoline’s High Performance Gear Oil is a thermally stable, extreme-pressure gear lubricant that withstands severe temperatures and shock loading while providing excellent anti-wear, anti-scuffing, rust and corrosion protection.

The number one selling racing motor oil, VR1 has high zinc properties to provide racelevel protection for any vehicle. Additional friction modifiers help deliver maximum horsepower, while the enhanced anti-foam system protects the engine during extreme stress. Available in SAE 30, 40, 50 and 60, as well as 10W30 and 20W50. Compatible with gasoline or alcohol fuels.

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CAR CARE

AUTOGLYM

GUID E

AUTOGLYM

AUTOGLYM

Foaming Car Wash Autoglym.com / Autoglym-Canada.com

Magma Autoglym.com / Autoglym-Canada.com

Polar Blast Autoglym.com / Autoglym-Canada.com

A foaming shampoo that quickly removes everyday contaminants for a streak free finish. Squeaky clean paintwork is an essential part of the car care routine.

Foaming Car Wash is an easy to use and safe pH neutral formulation. Its rich foam quickly breaks down and removes everyday contaminants from your vehicle. For a long lasting shine, finish with Aqua Wax.

Color transform technology reacts with iron particles on your bodywork and wheels so they can be easily rinsed away for a deep clean. Your vehicle is under constant attack from airborne contaminants. Many of these are tiny particles of iron that appear as specks on paintwork and brake dust on wheels, dulling their shine. The active ingredients in Magma turn red as they react with these iron particles to safely loosen them from the surface to be easily rinsed away.

Polar Blast is a snow foam that can be applied using a pressure washer or foam gun as a pre-wash stage. It covers the vehicle in a rich blanket of foam that clings to paintwork to gently loosen dirt and heavy soiling prior to washing. This reduces the risk of scratches and swirl marks caused by a sponge or wash mitt moving over heavy contamination. Its pH neutral formulation will not remove any existing layers of polish or wax.

BRAND X CLEANERS

Wrap Attack 3-In-1 $5 | BrandXCleaners.com

Wrap Attack is the ultimate cleaner for gloss or matte vinyl finishes, providing a conditioner and beautifier for your wrapped vehicle. Just simply spray on your wrap, and with a clean microfiber towel, wipe off grime, dirt, and light marks. Take it into the interior of your vehicle, clean and shine your leather seats, dashboard, center console, and then spray it on your tires, fender flares, or any ABS plastic parts. Leaves a slick coating which helps to repeal dirt, grime, and water.

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LUCAS OIL

Lucas Slick Mist Interior Detailer LucasOil.com Lucas Slick Mist Interior Detailer is a spray treatment exclusively formulated by Lucas Oil Products designed to clean and protect like nothing you’ve ever used. Spray as needed onto interior surfaces such as plastic, vinyl, leather, rubber and metal for a “like-new” look. Cleans and protects dashboards, consoles, doors and trim. Also works great on household furniture!

LUCAS OIL

BRAND X CLEANERS

Bug Destroyer $5 | BrandXCleaners.com

With just one spray watch bug residue start to dissolve almost instantly. Bug Destroyer was formulated to quickly and easily remove unsightly bugs from the front of your vehicle, without damaging the finish. Bug Destroyer makes chrome look new and shiny, and is safe for use on the paint, glass, and plastic on any type of vehicle.

LUCAS OIL

Slick Mist Speed Wax LucasOil.com

Slick Mist Tire & Trim Shine LucasOil.com

Lucas Oil Slick Mist Speed Wax is a polymer paint gloss intensifier, which can be used on other surfaces such as glass, chrome and vinyl decals. Use Slick Mist as a traditional wax, quick detail spray, or spray it on your vehicle between rinsing and drying for the easiest polish job ever. Just spray it on a wet or dry surface and wipe it off. Slick Mist outperforms the competition and will leave your finish slicker and shinier than any product on the market with long lasting protection.

Lucas Slick Mist Tire & Trim Shine is a treatment spray exclusively formulated by Lucas Oil Products designed to give tires and trim a long lasting “like-new” shine. Use Slick Mist Tire & Trim Shine to remove dull, grey oxidation from bumpers, tires, plastic, or any rubber and vinyl trim.

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MEGUIAR’S

MEGUIAR’S

MEGUIAR’S

MEGUIAR’S

3-in-1 Wax Meguiars.com

Hybrid Ceramic Wax Meguiars.com

Quick Scratch Eraser Kit Meguiars.com

Ultimate All Wheel Cleaner Meguiars.com

Advanced abrasive technology quickly and safely removes below surface paint defects like swirls, water spots and other in-paint blemishes. Rich polishing oils provide additional depth, fullness of color, gloss and shine. This formula is also a unique blend of carnauba wax and synthetic polymers that provide resilient water beading action with a durable, protective barrier between your paint and the elements.

With all-new advanced Si0 2 hybrid technology you get hybrid ceramic protection made easy! After washing your paint and rinsing off the soap, simply spray on the Hybrid Ceramic Wax and then follow with a second rinse using a strong stream of water. This final rinse helps to spread and lay down the wax for you. When done, you’re left with ceramic protection and durability that lasts well beyond conventional wax and provides extreme water beading protection.

It really is ceramic made easy!

This exciting new kit includes Meguiar’s proprietary 4-inch Scratch Eraser Pad, Meguiar’s ScratchX 2.0 Fine Scratch & Blemish Remover, and a premium 16 x 16-inch microfiber towel. Using the power of your drill, the Scratch Eraser Pad maximizes the ScratchX 2.0 formula to quickly erase scratches with minimum effort. This combination allows you to safely remove paint defects and blemishes like light scratches, scuff marks, paint transfer, fingernail marks around door handles and more!

Meguiar’s Ultimate All Wheel Cleaner is an active gel formula that clings to wheels and stays wetter longer providing better cleaning action than traditional cleaners.

This advanced chemistry blends road grime attacking surfactants with active brake dust dissolving agents that work to quickly loosen dirt, grime and brake dust allowing for little to no agitation.

SONAX

SONAX

SONAX

SONAX

Alcantara & Upholstery Cleaner $14.99 SonaxCanada.com / Sonax.com

CC36 Ceramic Coating $74.99 SonaxCanada.com / Sonax.com

Fallout Cleaner $14.99 SonaxCanada.com / Sonax.com

Wheel Cleaner $12.99 SonaxCanada.com / Sonax.com

SONAX upholstery and Alcantara cleaner is a brand new formulation developed especially for vehicles with Alcantara seats and accessories. Dirty and matted Alcantara will be brought back to its original vibrant colours and soft, suede feel. SONAX upholstery and Alcantara cleaner is also safe and effective on carpets, textiles and standard upholstered seating and interior surfaces.

The SONAX Profiline CC36 ceramic coating kit is a must-have for any new vehicle owner or enthusiast looking to protect their investment. CC36 is a premium ceramic coating that bonds to the paint.

CC36 provides industry leading long term protection with exceptional resistance to UV light and chemicals, but also to aggressive environmental influences such as road salt, tar, and street and industrial pollution.

Designed to save the professional and enthusiast time and labor.

SONAX Fallout Cleaner provides specialist help for problematic car cleaning cases.

The new product in the 500-ml spray bottle thoroughly and gently removes aggressive rust deposits and small rust spots from paintwork surfaces that often might lead to stubborn stains. It is suitable for removing industrial dust from paintwork and painted plastic surfaces. The SONAX Fallout Cleaner also cleans lime deposits and other dirt from paintwork.

SONAX Wheel Cleaner full effect is engineered specifically for wheels that accumulate high amounts of iron-rich brake dust, oil, rubber residue as well as other road dirt and grime. This SONAX signature product changes colors from bright green to deep red as it interacts with material deposits, loosening it from the wheel. This formulation is also effective and safe for use on painted wheels, and will not deteriorate clear coats or damage corroded wheel bolts.

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Mowhawk Ramp Buffalo, NY

“The Ramp features a judged car show, loud exhaust comp, and low car limbo alongside vendors.”

› THE LOT

ATLANTIC CITY ENTHUSIAST SUMMIT (ACES)

JULY 13, 2019

MAY 4-5, 2019

› THE CONVENTION CENTER

Autozone Buffalo, NY

“The Lot features a judged car show and audio comp.”

ACES-ac.com

Showboat Hotel Atlantic City, NJ

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019 Buffalo Convention Center Buffalo, NY

“Aside from the car show competitions, the weekend will feature live entertainment for both the older and younger generations, at the Showboat’s Worship Surf Bar and the former House of Blues club upstairs, as well as Q&A sessions with some respected industry professionals.”

BERLIN KLASSIK

“The Convention Center features a car show, vendors, giveaways, and a concert.”

BerlinKlassik.ca

CarlisleEvents.com

AUGUST 10-11, 2019

MAY 17-19, 2019

Grand Bend Motorplex Grand Bend, ON

Carlisle PA Fairgrounds Carlisle, PA

“Berlin Klassik is more than just your typical car show, it’s a lifestyle! We offer the car craving community a full weekend event that provides an exciting atmosphere nothing like any other event in this region.”

“Join us for an international vehicle wonderland where you can see 2,300+ unique and stunning imported vehicles from around the world as well as domestics, kit cars, motorcycles, trucks, and high end performance vehicles.

Get your high-octane adrenaline fix on with autocross, drifting, rolling exhaust competition, burnouts and more!”

DRIFT JAM DriftJam.ca

“This year we're ditching a few more of the constraining rules and structures most drivers are used to, and focusing on fun and driver development. Drifting is a spectator sport, and we try to make everyone feel like they're a part of the action. Don't miss any of our seven rounds this year!”

Full schedule at DriftJam.ca

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WHAT'S NEW THIS YEAR? FormulaD.com

“The 16th season of Formula Drift promises an action-packed year, with events at all the same venues from 2018 that we know and love. New for this year are a few international faces in both PRO and PRO2 championships, a new smartphone app, and FD Korea, with four rounds at the brand new Pocheon Raceway. Keep an eye out for lots of new free digital content from FD this year!”

Full Formula Drift 2019 schedules on FormulaD.com

HotImportNights.com

“As HIN heads into its 22nd year, we are excited to say that we are continuing to grow globally with no end in sight! Projecting over 40 international tour stops over the next three years, we will be expanding our footprint all across Europe, Asia, and North America! In addition, this year will feature epic venues such as the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City for a 4th of July blowout, Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, as well as several new international landmarks such as the UK and New Zealand.”

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I LOVE DRIVING SLOW (iLDS)

IMPORT EVOLUTION

› CARS N BEACHES

“As we are heading into our 13th year of hosting one of the hottest indoor events, our event is open to any make or model vehicles, bikes, import or domestic. This event combines quality builds, competition, and entertainment. This year we are glad to announce that we will be bringing our event to Florida for the first time on July 13th in Kissimmee!”

ILoveDrivingSlow.com

MAY 18, 2019 E.G Simmons Park Ruskin, FL

“We are celebrating 10 Years of the iLDS movement. To do so we are bringing back one of the iLDS favorites, Cars N Beaches, just for this day.”

› SUMMERVIBES

Import-Evolution.com

Full schedule at Import-Evolution.com

JULY 7, 2019 Details TBA

› WINTERFEST

› FEELS LIKE SUMMER

DECEMBER 7, 2019 Sun N Fun Lakeland, FL

JUNE 15, 2019 JunkfoodMeet.com

Riverfront Park Harrisburg, PA

“This is our lifestyle brand's flagship event. A fan favorite in the local community and the car community. Featuring street food, street art, street wear, and street culture.”

› FALL EDITION SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 Reid Menzer Memorial Skatepark York, PA

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WHAT'S NEW THIS YEAR?

OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW JUNE 8-9, 2019

Roland E. Powell Convention Center Ocean City, MD OCCarShow.com

LOW CLASS MILITIA LowClassMilitia.com

› SPRING FEST TEXAS

› CRUISE WEEKEND

MARCH 31, 2019

MAY 31 - JUNE 2, 2019

El Paso County Coliseum El Paso, TX

Ruidoso, NM

“19 years young and still evolving, the OC Car & Truck Show will feature an indoor and outdoor car show on Saturday, audio and automotive vendors, DJs, lifestyle brands, team showcases, the Top 5 Best of the Beach comp, and more!”

› NEW MEXICO CAR EXPO JUNE 23, 2019 Albuquerque Convention Center Albuquerque, NM

MECACarAudio.com

“MECA will designate no more than 10 events in the USA for 2019 that are 4X SQL only events. Each MECA SQL competitor must attend one 4X event to qualify for finals. Multiple 4X events may be attended, but one event is mandatory.”

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SPRING BREAKDOWN

TUNED ORIGINALS

APRIL 20, 2019

“Tuned Originals is an automotive lifestyle event geared towards hosting car shows with interactive events designed by automotive enthusiasts for automotive enthusiasts! With decades of experience hosting events worldwide, we are here to bring the ultimate automotive festival to the masses.”

TheSpringBreakdown.com

Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds Lebanon, PA

“LowLifeStyle x JunkStyles and Counter Kultur have teamed up once again to create another oneof-a-kind event.”

Facebook.com/tunedoriginals

USDRIFT USDrift.com

“2019 marks our 18th year of holding drift events. Our only competition event of the year, the Shootout, sold out all 40 spots in a matter of minutes.”

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TUNER EVOLUTION: SOCAL FEBRUARY 24, 2019 ANAHEIM CONVENTION CENTER. ANAHEIM, CA

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JOHN SARKISYAN

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 ENGINE: NeedsWings (intake, pulley, tune) + Copper-plated components  EXHAUST: Custom exhaust  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: HRE 305 wheels - 18-inch + Toyo Tires + Brembo BBK  EXTERIOR: Custom FRP 1955 Mercedes-Benz Gullwing body  INTERIOR: Hand-built custom interior + Blue leather and suede upholstery

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PRECISION TUNING for the Most Meticulous Audiophile

DSP8.8

Uncompressed audio streaming via Wi-Fi from iOS & Android devices or via USB input from Mac or Windows PC devices. The DSP8.8 has a built-in Wi-Fi module conveniently integrated into the DRC that delivers faster data transfers, along with a higher bandwidth, and higher bit rate resolution. Stream all types of Hi-Res audio ďŹ les (DSD, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, AAC) up to 192khz/24bit in your vehicle and enjoy true studio quality recordings without the use of any external devices.

DSP 8.8

Featuring real time DSP tuning via graphic user interface controlled by iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows PC apps, aux input (high level for external BT/NAVI or 3.5mm), USB input for uncompressed audio streaming, 240 bands of parametric EQ adjustment (30 bands per output channel), and multi-function dash mountable remote control for (Vol, Sub level, EQ Preset, Illumination).

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 ENGINE: Injen long tube cold air intakes  EXHAUST: Tomei titanium exhaust + Motordyne art pipes  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Avant Garde F142 wheels - 19-inch + Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires 295/30/19 (f), 345/30/19 (r) + Brembo brakes  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: SPL arms + HSD coilovers + Gold painted frame  EXTERIOR: Rocket Bunny Pandem widebody kit w/ side skirts + Top Secret carbon fiber diffuser + Ait Racing carbon fiber roof + Carbon fiber window spoiler + Custom (side splitters, headlight w/ demon eyes and honeycomb lenses) + Carbon fiber (window pillars, mirrors) + Seibon vented carbon fiber hood  INTERIOR: Mishimoto shift knob + Infocus shift boot + Vertex steering wheel + NRG (hub, quick-release)  SPONSORS: Avant Garde, SuperTuner, Bailey Motorsports, Mishimoto

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 ENGINE: Deshele Performance built block + Kelford 272 cams + Ported heads + Equal length headers + Injector Dynamics 1300cc injectors + Walbro 650 fuel pump + GT Pumps 3.5 turbocharger + Process West (front mount, cold air intake) + GrimmSpeed boost solenoid + 2006 WRX STI ECU  EXHAUST: Xforce 3-inch turbo-back exhaust + Varex muffler  DRIVETRAIN: STI 6-speed transmission + R180 differential + Kart Boy short shifter kit  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Work DR9 wheels - 18x9.5 +38 (f/r) + Nitto Invo tires - 235/40/18 (f/r) + STI Brembo brakes + Bendix brake pads  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Air Lift Performance air suspension + Whiteline sway bars (f/r) + Cusco (X-brace, strut brace, rear brace) + Power engine bay brace + Beatrush roof brace  EXTERIOR: SG9 STI (front bar, cross sports grille) + STI (front lip, roof rails, tail lights) + Blacked out headlight housings + HID headlights + World Rally Blue paint  INTERIOR: Bride bucket seats + WeAreLikewise shift knob + Custom Bride fabric door cards + Floor-mounted fire extinguishers + NRG harness bar + Takata harness  AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Pioneer 7-inch head unit + Rockford Fosgate speakers

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LOCATION › Westminster, CA ENGINE › Mitsubishi 4G63T 2.0L I4 HORSEPOWER › 250 (est.)

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 ENGINE: Upgraded FMIC + 14B turbo + Evo BOV + Injen cold air intake  EXHAUST: GReddy Evo2 turbo-back exhaust  WHEELS / TIRES: Axis Se7en wheels - 18-inch + Toyo Proxes T1 Sport tires  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Koni shocks  EXTERIOR: Blitz aero kit + Roof Scoop + Custom (green paint, decals) + F1 style side mirrors + APR GT2 aluminum spoiler + Eclipse 2GB headlights + Street Glow neon green underglow  INTERIOR: Sparco (Torino 2 seats, steering wheel, racing harnesses) + Aluminum shift knob  AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Alpine (CVA-1005 head unit, speakers, amplifier, subwoofer)  SPONSORS: 360 Products, Toyo Tires, 9Livery, Action Clutch

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PASMAG’s vast readership has nominated their favorite people, companies, shops, organizations, and content creators for their hard work in creating the things they love, and we think that they should be recognized for it.

After solidifying our 11 categories of content creators, we left the nominations to all of you, and the response we got

blew us away! More than 1,000 individual nominations flowed through our inboxes and into our social media channels. If you were nominated for any of our categories, you are already a winner when you consider the fact that your audience felt the need to share your experiences with the rest of the world!

Of course, if there is going to be a winner, we needed to narrow things down. After a full day of deliberating, we had boiled down a Top 10 in each category, based on the nominations from our audi-

ence over the span of a month.

With the Top 10 locked in, we lit the beacons one more time to see who our audience considered to be the best of the best. Thanks to your votes, we have our 11 Reader’s Choice Award Winners.

Moving forward, each of our 11 winners will have a full page dedicated to them throughout our 20th Anniversary year, starting with our first two winners on the pages after we announce all 11. Thank you all for voting - we’re sure the nominees appreciate each and every one of you!

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Nathan Samuels apexmotoring.com

Brent Leavitt lownotesgarage.com

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Wayne Fabian

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T SHOULD COME AS NO SURPRISE THAT HOONIGAN, with a subscriber count of 2,600,000 and more than 430,000,000 total views at the time of voting, has come out on top. With all manners of vehicular chaos, some hilarious hosts, and some educational entertainment sprinkled in, the Hoonigan dudes have something for every gear head.

While their most popular content might be the vehicular chaos in the form of burnouts and stunting in their yard, they also dabble in experimental engineering, build breakdowns with vehicle owners, and a wide variety of video vehicle features.

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VER 18 YEARS OF AFTERMARKET EXPERIENCE HAS GIVEN ENJUKU RACING A LOYAL FOLLOWING. With a headquarters based in Clermont, Florida, Enjuku Racing made a name for itself in its early days by specializing in Nissan 240sx and SR20DET performance.

As their expertise grew, so did their customer base. Today, Enjuku has something for almost every popular enthusiast chassis you can think of.

Enjuku Racing sponsors a wide variety of motorsports teams and enthusiasts across North America, from drifters to time attack drivers. Some of their most notable sponsored drivers include Adam LZ, Kevin Lawrence, Hertrech Eugene Jr, Savanna Little, and Alec Hohnadell, among many others. No wonder they have such a strong support network!

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INZANITY A PARTNERSHIP BUILD THAT GAVE ONE MAN AN INCREDIBLE Z, AND ANOTHER A DECORATED RESUMÉ

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“Is there an award for biggest snowball from the original goal?” That was the first question Kyle Kuhnhausen asked us, laughing as he reminisced on his original goals for Dennis Trammell’s 1972 Datsun 240Z. Now unrecognizable from the stock Z that Trammell purchased way back in 1986 as its second owner, the Datsun has come a long way from humble beginnings, but the story of how it got here is equally as interesting as the car itself.

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originally approached Kuhnhausen’s father back in 2013 for a quick restoration and refresh on the Datsun so it could go in for paint. At the time, Kuhnhausen’s father wasn’t interested, so he pointed Trammell in his son’s direction. As a 22-year-old fabricator fresh out of college and looking to start a business, Kuhnhausen took on the restoration project as something to do on the side while he got his business up and running. Unbeknownst to him, the 240Z would go on to be a shining example of his work on the world stage. That’s one hell of a resumé.

The partnership between Kuhnhausen and Trammell started with nothing more than a handshake. As Trammell

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mulled over ways to turn his Datsun into a reliable turn-key car comparable to that of a modern day vehicle, Kuhnhausen’s love of pro-touring cars kicked in, and he was quick to suggest an LS engine. The LS’ affordability, reliability, and flat torque curve with more power than any L-series made it an easy choice. The fact that it sits further back behind the axle centerline for better weight bias was just the icing on the cake. Trammell was sold.

With restoration completed, and the engine swap wrapping up, Trammell started to take notice of Kuhnhausen’s incredible fabrication work. Custom engine and transmission mounts, a 4-inch aluminum intake, and the general attention to detail in the restoration process had Trammell highly impressed. Not in any particular rush to get the car back, he loosened the reins and gave Kuhnhausen the green light to go crazy for as long as he needed. From that moment, the build turned into a multiple-year endeavor.

“I essentially took over the build with Dennis’ permission,” Kuhnhausen says. “It became a partnership when I set my sights on SEMA.” With his eyes set on SEMA’s Battle of the Builders, the fabrication game had to be stepped up above and beyond what Trammell could ever have expected. The ball was in Kuhnhausen’s court while Trammell was busy sourcing CCW LM20 wheels and the Arizona Z-Car “Track Pack” suspension setup. The first order of business for Kuhnhausen was to start on a 10-point roll cage.

Once the cage was finalized, he noticed that refitting the OEM dash and center console wasn’t ideal with respect to both functionality and overall aesthetics, so he set to work fabricating bespoke aluminum replacements for both - each of which would be reinvented three times before getting it just right. That obsessive urge to blend function and aesthetics together seamlessly is what helped Kuhnhausen set this build apart. “With the popularity of social media it’s easy to get caught putting the way a component looks in front of the way it functions,” he writes.

“Since cars are just a categorized order of thousands of components, a few missteps along the way in critical areas can really come to bite you later on.”

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INZANITY That same philosophy had him innovating solutions time and time again, addressing things like a custom tap into the shifter to refill transmission fluid from inside the cabin, as well as re-worked frame rails which the custom exhaust could run through to a unique side-exit for maximum ground clearance. With no strict deadline for the build at this point, he was able to ensure every single component was done right, even if he didn’t know where to start. “If I couldn’t do something myself, I invested in the

“IF I COULDN’T DO SOMETHING MYSELF, I INVESTED IN THE TOOLS AND LEARNED.”

tools and learned,” he says proudly.

Having the freedom to experiment and innovate led to several impressive additions to the build.

Addressing the aero with the goal of function and form in harmony led to a handful of changes, which include a massive front splitter, extended rockers and side splitters, a diffuser, and a pitch-adjustable rear spoiler. The ZG style flares to extend track width add to the aggressive stance. From there, it was a matter of integrating aggressive styling into function with the help of cool additions like the four wheel brake ducting and turbulent air extraction vents in the rear quarters.

“It was fun getting immersed in all the

details and chasing optimization of all the little systems and sub-systems,” Kuhnhausen laughs. “Of course there was a lot of redneck R&D with leaf blowers and cut up grocery bags to see if they functioned.”

As the car’s mechanical components came together piece by piece, the potential of the 240Z started to show. The LS1 was bolstered with a modified throttle body, as well as ported, gold ceramic coated headers, and kept cool thanks to a Setrab oil

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cooler, an aluminum crossflow radiator, and 16-inch Flex-A-Lite fans with a custom shroud. Underneath the car, the Arizona Z-Car billet suspension components pair nicely with Apex Engineered high-steer knuckles and bump steer adjustment kit, Energy Suspension bushings and sway bars, and preload-adjustable tie-rod braces.

The simple yet effective suspension setup works in tandem with one of the Datsun's coolest modifications: a Woodward NASCAR steering column with custom integrated EPAS electronic power steering - the perfect modern touch to the classic platform.

Once the CCW LM20 wheels came in, they were wrapped in BFGoodrich Rival S tires, measuring 275/35/18 in the front, and 315/30/18 in the rear for added grip. Behind the wheels sits a potent Wilwood brake setup, consisting of 6-piston billet front calipers and 4-piston rear calipers. Just for fun, there is also an ASD Motorsports hydraulic

e-brake setup. Follow that hydro into the cabin to its 16-inch handle, and you’re met with an assortment of Momo parts, including Super Cup FIA homologated seats, a 350mm MOD.07 suede steering wheel, and prototype 6-point harnesses. Bringing the interior into the 21st century is a race-ready Dakota Digital VHX-1100 digital dash, as well as an Alpine head unit with an integrated reverse camera.

Five long years and 5,800 logged working hours after the stock Z rolled through the shop doors, “InZanity” made its way to the SEMA show with a fresh coat of Chromax Mosaic Ford Stealth Gray paint from Axalta Refinishes. Sitting pretty in the Weld/ CCW/Momo booth, the Datsun drew in an audience at any given time of the show. It should surprise no one that Kuhnhausen and the 240Z made it to the Top 4 in SEMA’s Battle of the Builders 2018, among several other accolades, and received worldwide

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recognition from just about every media outlet at the show. A worthy show of praise for the hard work.

One of the most memorable points in Kuhnhausen’s life was just before embarking on a road trip to a show, staring at the car for a full minute before saying out loud to himself, “I built that. Damn.” A smirk emerged on his face. “At that point I knew I had created something I was proud of,” he remembers fondly, “something I loved.” Just

like that, a surprise partnership had landed Kuhnhausen with the ultimate resumé - a car that had received prestigious accolades from the SEMA floor, built by his own hands. His relationship with Trammell has grown so much that Kuhnhausen has an open invitation to borrow it any time, and the two of them will be tracking the car this year!

The level of fabrication in this build is almost impossible to cover in the allotted page space, so we’ll let the spec list detail just how remarkable this custom Datsun really is. Be sure to check out Kuhnhausen on social media (@kckuhnhausen) to follow all of his new endeavors. “Looking to the future I have several plans already formed for the next Datsun,” he writes in closing.

“They are lightweight and timeless platforms - an excellent canvas. If I could go carte blanche on a time attack inspired 240Z, I’d consider putting life back on hold to create InZanity V2.” Consider us fully invested in this idea!

ESSENTIALS 1972 Datsun 240Z

DRIVER › Dennis Trammell LOCATION › Creswell, OR BUILT BY › Kyle Kuhnhausen (Kuhnhausen Metal Concepts) ENGINE › Chevrolet LS1 5.7L V8 HORSEPOWER › 347 whp TORQUE › 383 lb-ft SOCIAL MEDIA @kckuhnhausen @kuhnhausenmetalconceptsllc

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Chevrolet LS1 engine swap + Ported ceramic gold-coated 1.625-inch primary headers + Improved Racing 180-degree oil cooler thermostat + Setrab 400hp oil cooler + Holley Coil-on-Cover valve covers + Radium Engineering (FCST fuel cell surge tank, fuel system) + Vibrant Performance AN fuel lines + Modified throttle body + Lokar stainless throttle cable + Custom 4-inch aluminum air intake w/ K&N air filter + Aluminum crossflow radiator + Flex-A-Lite 16-inch electric fan w/ custom shroud + ARP 12 pt. stainless steel fasteners EXHAUST

Custom 2.5-inch pie-cut exhaust + Front X-pipe + Magnaflow dual 8-inch sectioned Corvette-style mufflers in front wheel wells DRIVETRAIN

Modified Hurst short shifter w/ integrated transmission fluid top-fill + Centerforce single disc clutch + ACT Prolite lightweight flywheel + Custom (one-piece driveshaft, engine and transmission mounts) + Infiniti Q45 R200 differential + Nissan Armada CV axles WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

CCW LM20 wheels - 18x10 (f), 18x11 +6 (r) + BFGoodrich Rival S tires 275/35/18 (f), 315/30/18 (r) + Wilwood (6-piston billet front calipers, 4-piston rear calipers, billet brake master cylinder w/ modified vacuum booster assembly, proportioning valve, spindles) + ASD Motorsports hydraulic 16-inch e-brake system + Stainless steel braided lines CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

Arizona Z-Car (Track Pack billet aluminum adjustable suspension, struts, adjustable springs) + Apex Engineered (bump steer adjustment kit, high steer knuckles) + Energy Suspension (polyurethane bushings, sway bars) + Custom (stitch welded and reinforced front crossmember, integrated scraping points) + Woodward NASCAR power steering column w/ integrated EPAS electronic power steering + 10-point roll cage + Stitch welded unibody seams + Camber-adjustable heavy duty top plates + Preload-adjustable tie-rod strut braces + Tig welded fuel cell cradle w/ integrated rear center tow hook + Bolt-in aluminum transmission tunnel stiffeners w/ driveshaft safety hoops + Two-piece removable front chassis-mount tow hook

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Axalta Refinishes Chromax Mosaic Ford Stealth Gray paint + BRE spin-off vinyl livery + Trackspec Motorsports hood/vent louvers + Custom clearanced and lowered rear rockers + Front fender side exit w/ custom alloy diffusing louvers + Shaved (fender emblems, hatch emblem, antenna, side markers, rear bumper and mounts) + CNC billet aluminum (laser-engraved KMC tail light insets, quarter panel vent emblems) + Symmetrical rear body pan recess + Front bumper shaved w/ dimple die punched holes + Reinforced hatch for spoiler mounts + Quarter panel turbulent air extraction vents w/ alloy bezels + ZG style flares + Custom HDPE (adjustable front splitter w/ alloy radiator and brake dams, adjustable rear diffuser with jacking point, 6-inch side splitters w/ integrated exhaust and rear brake vents) + Aluminum tunnel underbelly + Pitch-adjustable 3-piece rear deck spoiler w/ Ringbrothers’ micro hinges + ARP carbon fiber micro mirrors + Lexan headlamp aerodynamic fillers INTERIOR

Axalta Refinishes Imron Grey 057 painted interior + Momo (Super Cup FIA homologated seats, alloy seat brackets, 350mm MOD.07 suede steering wheel, prototype 6-point harnesses, quick-release hub) + Bespoke machined race column hub adapter + Modified pedal box + Longacre 17-inch wide rear-view mirror + Bowler Performance billet shift knob + Aluminum bead rolled hexagonal pattern fuel cell firewall + Custom (alloy center console, 3-piece allow quick-release dash, flared hole heel plates, dead pedal, heater w/ four hidden vents beneath dash) + Hexagonstitched suede door cards w/ carbon fiber aircraft riveted inserts AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS

Alpine INEW960 head unit w/ integrated back-up camera + Dakota Digital (VHX-1100 Competition Dash, BIM 1 OBDII gauge interface) + Passport 9500ci radar detector w/ refractor system + Braille Batteries lightweight I25X lithium battery SPONSORS

Axalta Refinishes, Trackspec Motorsports, Vibrant Performance, Radium Engineering, ARP Bolts, BFGoodrich Tires, CCW Wheels, Momo Motorsports, Karam Concepts LLC, Fix Auto Springfield

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discussing a couple that is equally successful, you often hear the term “power couple,” and that is the perfect term to describe the duo behind Apex Garage.

One half of the team is Kevin Parlett, the driver of the 650-horsepower #44 Time Attack Infiniti G35, who was born into drag racing and spent time as a kid building and racing RC cars. The other half is Savanna Little, the driver of the 500-horsepower #916 Endurance Nissan

LS350Z, who went from jumping horses internationally, to a model, and finally to a race car driver. Believe it or not, the two met a the track during the first Global Time Attack Pro Series race in New Orleans in 2015. At the time, Little was just about to start her build process on the Z, and wanted to come check out the racing to see what she was getting into first hand. Parlett ran into Little as she was checking out his car in the BC Racing booth, and the rest was history.

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IN AN EFFORT TO BUILD THEIR PROGRAM AND PROVIDE THE BEST POSSIBLE OUTLET FOR THEIR SPONSORS, PARLETT AND LITTLE CREATED APEX GARAGE. Fast forward to the spring of 2018.

In an effort to build their program and provide the best possible outlet for their sponsors, Parlett and Little created Apex Garage. Apex Garage serves as their umbrella for all the various race cars and programs - essentially a grassroots effort at building a brand around their racing endeavors. “We have always been very honest and open about our racing program, which has humanized us quite a bit, and has created a trust with our fans that most pro teams don’t expose themselves to," said the couple when asked about Apex Garage. “This allows us to share the good, the bad, and the ugly with our fan base, and really gives a true perspective of what we do. We post

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a lot about technical things on the cars, what we are doing between races, how-to videos, and of course race-recap videos for each event.”

Little chose the 350Z as her platform because it was the more affordable alternative to the 370Z, the car that she once worked alongside as an umbrella girl with the Nissan 370Z racing team. During her time as a model, Little fell in love with motorsports and wanted to learn to race, but couldn’t afford to pay someone to build a race car for her. Because of this, she had to learn to be as self-sufficient as possible, and after working at HP Logic for a while, and following the owner and mechanic around, she started to learn to wrench on her own car. This experi-

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ESSENTIALS 2008 Nissan 350Z

DRIVER › Savanna Little ENGINE › Chevrolet LS3 6.2L V8 HORSEPOWER › 500 whp TORQUE › 460 lb-ft SOCIAL MEDIA @savannalittleracing SavannaLittleRacing

ENGINE

Chevrolet LS3 engine swap + Chevy Racing ASA camshaft + Deatschwerks injectors + Holley EFI (fuel rails, FPR, manifold) + Haltech (Elite 2500 ECU, engine harness) EXHAUST

ISR Performance LSX swap long tube headers+ Waldorf Stainless custom NASCAR boom tube side-exit exhaut DRIVETRAIN

ISR Performance LSX adapter plate + Fidanza custom flywheel + Exedy (Hyper twin disc clutch, pressure plate) + Driveshaft Shop aluminum driveshaft + OS Giken Super Lock Type X LSD WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

Konig HyperGram wheels - 18x10.5 +25 (f/r) + Toyo Tires Proxes RR front tires - 295/35/18 + Hoosier A7 rear tires 315/35/18 + StopTech (custom Trophy brake kit, 14-inch aero rotors) + Gloc Brakes racing pads

ence over time taught her to solve her own problems at the track. From day one Little knew that she wanted to build a sleek Japanese sports car with a cammed V8 producing around 500 horsepower with a lot of aero, a lot of tire, and no driver aids. That is exactly what she did.

Parlett, on the other hand, decided to go the Infiniti route. What started originally as his daily driver G35 coupe in college slowly grew to become an autocross car, and eventually a full time attack car. He knew that he wanted to stay true to the VQ power plant, and ended up building a single turbo version of the VQ35DE Rev-Up engine. While running Ignite Racing Fuel 114 octane, the car makes around 650 horsepower. Parlett also knew that it would be a challenge to run the G35 at the highest level of competition. Its weight at 3,075 pounds was still considered heavy when compared to competitors that were running much lighter cars with similar power figures, but he knew what he wanted to do and didn’t back down. This build has truly been a grassroots effort since day one and still is to this day. Parlett operated without a crew or team to lend a hand in the garage or at the track. It has been a one man show for many years, but now with Little by his side it’s a two-car, two-person show.

As a racing power couple, Parlett and Little have taken different paths in their careers, but the similarity in their passion and drive is undeniable.

Parlett has done this for quite a while, and in that time has come to enjoy the crew chief role, and wrenching just as much as the racing. His experience working for pro race teams in PWC,

IMSA and Trans Am have taught him a love for the sport beyond just driving. Little’s career has had a trajectory seldom seen in any form of motorsport. Her drive to get faster every weekend mixed with her unbelievable marketing prowess has skyrocketed her from building her daily driver three years ago to becoming one of

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

Enjuku Racing custom roll cage + BC Racing ZR 3-way custom valved coilovers + Swift springs + SPL Parts (suspension arms, bushings) + Hotchkis adjustable front sway bar EXTERIOR

AJ Hartman Aero custom carbon fiber front aero + APR GT-1000 chassismounted spoiler + Seibon (carbon fiber hood, carbon fiber hatch) + Custom front fenders + Apex Garage custom rear diffuser + Chase Graphics livery vinyl wrap

by Redline Design

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INTERIOR

OMP (HTE-R carbon seat, seat rails, 6-point harness) + Grip Royal Royal King steering wheel + Custom suede wrapped dash + AIM Sports (MXG dash/data logger, Smart Cam video recorder) + Racing Radios in-car communication system + Wilwood pedal assembly + ISR Performance shift knob + SafeCrat fire suppression system + CoolShirt driver cooling system SPONSORS

Enjuku Racing, BC Racing, ISR Performance, HP Logic, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, StopTech, OMP Racing, Haltech, Exedy USA, AIM Sports, APR Performance, Bub Fab Industries, SPL Parts, GLOC Brakes, Deatschwerks, Redline Design, Chase Graphics, Grip Royal, AJ Hartman Aero, Ignite Racing Fuel, Hyperfest

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DRIVER › Kevin Parlett LOCATION › Charlotte Hall, MD ENGINE › Nissan VQ35DE Rev-Up 3.5L V6 HORSEPOWER › 650 whp TORQUE › 650 lb-ft

FEATURE.

ESSENTIALS 2005 Infiniti G35

SOCIAL MEDIA @kparlettracing KParlettRacing ENGINE

11.9:1 Built High Compression VQ35 Rev-Up engine + Turbo by Garrett (GTX 3584RS Gen 2 turbo, V-band 1.21 housing) + JE Pistons JWT custom spec coated VQ35 Rev-Up 96mm high compression pistons + Jim Wolf Tech (VQ35 Rev-Up C10 intake cam set, RZ1 exhaust cam set, VQ35 Rev-Up valve springs) + Brian Crower (+1mm intake and exhaust valves, titanium retainer kit) + Turbosmart (BOV, wastegate) + Deatschwerks (1500cc injectors, 400lph fuel pump) + King (main bearings, rod bearings) + ARP studs + AAM oil pan spacer kit + Haltech Elite ECU + Cosworth (intake manifold, high volume fuel rail kit) + Setrab 13-row oil cooler kit + Mishimoto (radiator, thermostat) + Nissan Pathfinder coolant mod + ATI Super Damper + Momentum (solid engine and transmission mounts, headers) + ATL (fuel cell, bladder, surge tank)

POWER COUPLE

EXHAUST

Vibrant custom single exhaust DRIVETRAIN

Exedy twin disc Hypermetalic clutch + OS Giken dual core race specific differential + Driveshaft Shop Level 5 axles + B&M short shifter WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

BC Forged RS40 wheels - 18x10 +20 (f), 18x11 +5 (r) OR BC Forged RS43 wheels - 18x10 +20 (f), 18x11 +5 (r) + Toyo Tires Proxes R888R tires + StopTech Trophy Series (6-piston front brake calipers, 4-piston rear calipers, 14-inch front rotors, 13.25-inch rotors) + G-Loc R16/R12 racing pads CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

BC Racing ZR 3-way race coilovers + SPL (front V3 UCAs, solid lower front arm bushings, shock mounts, solid front compression rod bushings, front outer tie rod ends, solid rear knuckle monoball bushings, solid differentian mount bushings, solid subframe bushings, rear camber links, rear traction arms, adjustable endlinks) + Hotchkis front sway bar EXTERIOR

APR Performance 72-inch GT-250 carbon fiber rear wing + Seibon carbon fiber hood + KPR Custom (front splitter, canards, rear diffuser) + Professional Awesome front splitter diffusers + Spage Sport carbon fiber fender vents + Strafe Kuruma Z poly front bumper + Bingz custom (widebody, fenders, side skirts) + Project Kics R40 lug nuts INTERIOR

AIM MXS digital dash + Tom Pallatin Motorsports roll cage + Driven Steering 13.5-inch suede steering wheel + Sparco (Pro ADV racing seat, quick-release, 6-point harness) + NRG short steering wheel hub adapter SPONSORS

BC Racing, Mishimoto, Toyo Tires, Ignite Racing, Garrett Advancing Motion, StopTech Brakes, HP Logic, BC Forged, Haltech, SPL Parts, APR Performance, Exedy Clutches, Deatschwerks, Coolshirt, G-Loc Brake Pads

the most prominent names in the sport! Together, their determination is unparalleled. Any single privateer team or even shop-based time attack team would struggle to collectively travel to more time attack races than Apex Garage. Just this past season alone, they put over 43,000 miles on their truck towing to races. The entire Apex Garage team is just the two of them - a two-person, two-car operation every weekend - so they share the duties of towing to events all over the country, and stay overnight in the trailer at rest stops in an effort to save money and time. These two are as die-hard as it gets.

Before we concluded our time with them, we had to ask one final question: Who is faster? Obviously this is a hot topic between them. “Kevin thinks he’s faster than Savanna, and Savanna know’s she’s faster than Kevin - and we are both right,” they answer, laughing. “Kevin’s G35 is faster, and therefore, in the results Kevin is faster. Having said that, if you look at the data - which we do non-stop - Savanna is clearly getting

more out of her car, and driving it better than Kevin drives his. Now having said that, we go-kart a lot, and we are almost identical everywhere we go with Savanna often edging Kevin on the fastest lap, but with Kevin usually finishing ahead. 2019 will be the year where we really find out, as we will finally be driving the same car on the same weekends with our new two-car program in the American Endurance Racing series. So, you may have to

follow up with us at the end of the season for a decisive answer!”

Of course, we will be following up with the Apex Garage team whenever possible. If you’re looking to see the inner workings of Apex Garage, or what it takes to plan and maintain a full season of competitive racing as a duo, be sure to check out Apex Garage on social media channels, or check them out on the grid at various time attack events!

We wish you both all the best.

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season is finally upon us! If you’re like many enthusiasts, you’re already preparing your car for its first track experience of the year. If you’re in the southern states, you’re lucky enough that track season is a year-round ordeal. Either way, we’ve got everything you need to know about getting your car ready for the track, even if it’s a bone stock brand new ride. We sat down with United Speed Racing to get an idea of what kind of prep goes into building and maintaining a street-driven track car. With an impressive Civic Type R as their current platform of choice, they’ve got lots of knowledge to share with you.

FIRST OF ALL THANK YOU FOR SITTING DOWN WITH US TO DISCUSS TRACK PREP. COULD YOU BRIEFLY INTRODUCE YOURSELVES AND UNITED SPEED RACING TO OUR AUDIENCE?

We are a small automotive performance shop located just north of Atlanta, Georgia. We focus primarily on Asian and European street and track performance, but handle domestics at times as well. We try to be as much of a one-stop shop as possible, capable of turning a customer’s stock street car into a powerful and/or great handling machine for the road or track, while also providing full road race car builds, custom fabrication, full track support, and track coaching.

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LOOKING AT YOUR FK8 CIVIC TYPE R, IT’S OBVIOUS YOU HAVE SOME EXPERIENCE SETTING UP A BRAND-NEW, UNTOUCHED PLATFORM FOR THE TRACK. WALK US THROUGH THE PROCESS FROM STARTING WITH A STOCK VEHICLE TO LINING IT UP ON THE GRID.

Working with a new platform that has no prior released information can definitely be a challenge. We personally take on a challenge as a new goal. First we take the car and feel it out in stock form, normally resulting in a track test in as close to stock configuration as possible. We generally may change the oil or brake fluid to cope with the harshness of the track, and add some sort of data system. We take this first test as a chance to get an idea of the platform’s strong and weak points - see how it changes lap after lap, check how well the cooling system copes with repeated hard laps, especially in the Georgia heat, get a feel for the overall braking performance, etc. We then gather the data and notes, sit down, and formulate a starting point of weaknesses to address first.

WHAT IS THE ABSOLUTE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF A VEHICLE TO MODIFY IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO TAKE TRACK DAY SERIOUSLY? IS THERE A PRIORITY ON A CERTAIN MODIFICATION IN THAT REGARD?

Nearly every production road car should have special attention given to the brakes, especially the brake fluid. Most standard brake fluid works just fine on the street, but can’t handle the repeated and sustained high temperatures reached on the track.

We recommend flushing the standard fluid and swapping to a quality high temp fluid designed for track or race use, and oftentimes, depending on the platform, swapping to an upgraded brake pad at the same time. Many people jump right into handling and power mods, but the two things needed to go fast and be safe are good brakes and skills behind the wheel. Fast cars don't make a fast driver. A fast driver makes a fast car.

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ESSENTIALS United Speed Racing’s 2017 Honda Civic Type R

THE COMBINATION OF WHEELS, TIRES, AND BRAKES IS OBVIOUSLY OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE. HOW DO YOU FIGURE OUT WHICH COMBINATIONS OF THE THREE WORKS BEST FOR YOU?

When a customer comes to us to outfit his car for the track, we ask two main questions: What are your current goals and planned usage for the car?

And what is your skill level?

If their skill level is a novice or still actively learning technique, then we suggest starting on an average grip performance tire, a street/track brake pad, and either the stock wheels or a wheel that they can grow into. Sure, putting on a hot set of big brake calipers and rotors, ultra race brake pads, and very sticky race tires can allow them to carry more corner speed and brake later, but it will hide mistakes and make it harder to fine-tune techniques and learn to use the tires and brakes to their maximum potential. A standard performance tire will speak to them while on track and give them instant feedback of how they are driving and when they are over-driving the car and its potential. An average brake setup will require them to brake efficiently to have the most effect rather than just stabbing the pedal. As for wheels, most stock wheels can easily handle what is needed to learn, but upgrading this early can offer more future potential as well, and gives their car some personalization.

If the customer is a skilled driver with many high performance driver education events under their belt, or has competed previously, then we look at what their goals are and how they expect to reach them, and then we help make the most effective plan to get there.

LOCATION › Atlanta, GA ENGINE › Honda K20C1 2.0L I4 HORSEPOWER › 360 whp TORQUE › 370 lb-ft SOCIAL MEDIA @unitedspeedracing unitedspeedracing

ENGINE

4 Piston Racing (block, stage 2 head) + USR (turbo blanket, hybrid turbo, race oil cooler) + Hasport mounts + Radium Engineering (coolant tank, fuel surge tank, port injection) + KTuner tuning + Mishimoto (intercooler, intake, secondary radiator) EXHAUST

USR (catless downpipe, non-resonated race exhaust w/ single outlet) + PRL 3-inch front pipe DRIVETRAIN

SPEC stage 3+ clutch kit WHEELS/TIRES/BRAKES

Show Day: Konig Ampliform wheels - 18x9.5 +35 (f/r) Maxxis Victra VR1 tires - 265/35/18 (f), 245/40/18 (r) Track Day: Titan7 TR10 wheels - 18x9.5 +45 (f/r) Yokohama Advan A052 tires - 265/35/18 (f/r) Brakes: Essex Part Service AP Pro 5000 front brake kit + GiroDisc 2-piece rear rotors + Ferodo race pads + HEL stainless steel lines CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

Motion Control Suspension 2-way dampers + Ground Control (race camber plates, rear perches) Eibach (race springs, rear control arms) + RV6 spherical bushings + Karcepts hollow tube race rear sway bar + USR front drop links + TBM strut brace w/ integrated brake master support EXTERIOR

BMSPEC chassis-mounted front splitter + Carbon fiber GT wing + EPR carbon vented hood + Highflow front grill + Vented rear grilles + USR custom vinyl INTERIOR

Partially gutted interior + USR 4-point harness bar + Momo Daytona drivers seat + Recaro Pole Position passenger seat + PCI seat rails + Schroth 6-point harnesses + Sparco steering wheel + NRG (hub, quick-release) + Ktuner V2 display AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS

Subwoofer delete + Android hacked head unit for gauge display and lap timing data

WHAT KIND OF EXTRA MAINTENANCE COMES ALONG WITH TRACKING A STREET DRIVEN CAR?

I hear many people say they want to attend track events but feel they need a second car to do so.

They don't want to abuse their everyday vehicle.

Yes, tracking a car can accelerate wear and tear, but if techniques are learned and used properly, there really isn't much more needed than what is required for average commuting. Change brake fluid as discussed previously, and flush it more often - every six months to a year. Bleed the brake fluid frequently.

Other fluids like engine oil - and sometimes transmission fluid - will need to be changed more often.

We also suggest regular inspections by a qualified technician to keep a tab on wear for safety. If a driver starts slow to hone their techniques, sets real goals to reach, keeps on top of their maintenance, and uses some common sense, then just about any car out there can be used for the track.

AT WHAT POINT DOES AERO BECOME APPLICABLE FOR THE TRACK? IS THAT USUALLY RESERVED FOR SERIOUS TIME ATTACK CONTENDERS?

Aero can be tricky. I don't like to use it as a "bandaid" whenever possible. It shouldn't be used to fix a shortcoming, but rather used to enhance an aspect of the handling. Most track day cars have no need for real aero parts like splitters, wings, diffusers, etc.

Simple canards and front lips can often help front grip without being overly aggressive. Proper aero needs high speeds to be truly effective, and this is not F1. The car should be fairly capable without it, and so should the driver, before adding big wings and splitters. Other changes can be done to the suspension, alignment, tire choice, or even driving style before a real change in aero is needed.

DOES YOUR CIVIC TYPE R’S SETUP CHANGE DEPENDING ON THE TRACK YOU ARE RACING AT? WHAT CHANGES FOR EACH TRACK AND WHAT STAYS CONSTANT?

For the most part the setup stays fairly consistent.

On a pro level, alignment, balance, spring rates, gearing, and more are often changed for certain tracks. For us, and for the majority of track drivers out there, many of those changes will not be noticed.

We normally keep the alignment fairly consistent, sometimes with small changes to toe or camber to suit the style of the track better to improve turn in or change grip levels in the corners. Most of our setup change will be done with shock settings. We run a 2-way motorsport shock with adjustable compression and rebound dampening at each corner. This gives us the ability to adapt the car to what is needed to reduce lap times, then we make notes of changes so we can easily replicate them each time we return, or if we go to a new track that is similar to one we have already raced or tested at.

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WHAT IS SOME ADVICE YOU GIVE TO YOUR CUSTOMERS WHO WANT TO START TRACKING THEIR VEHICLES?

Don't rush. Find a good track day group with quality instructors, and make use of those instructors for many events. Try different instructors as well - we all coach differently, and some methods work better for others. Seat time, quality instruction, and the willingness to listen and learn will truly result in a better experience and better techniques. Honing those techniques will allow more speed and performance.

It may take a lot of events, or trying different groups to really get there, but the end result is a reward for the driver, and should also be a reward for the instructor witnessing that moment when something "clicks" and improvements are made.

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HOW EXTENSIVE IS THE LIST OF SAFETY MODIFICATIONS YOU’VE MADE TO YOUR CAR? HOW FAR SHOULD THE AVERAGE JOE TAKE SAFETY MODIFICATIONS? ARE THERE MUST-HAVES FOR REGULAR TIME ATTACK DUTY? Our car is still a street car as well. It may not appear to be, but we do drive it on the street to and from events often. The idea of track safety is an argument that has many sides and many notable points and trade-offs.

When starting out, keep the safety equipment OEM in the car - stock seats, stock seat belts, air bags, etc.

Get yourself a quality SNELL rated helmet that fits properly, and a head and neck restraint. There is a device available that works with OEM 3-point seat belts, and will save you from neck injury if the need arises. As you progress, improve your safety equipment, but please have it done by a qualified shop or at minimum with their assistance to be sure it is done properly. Improperly mounted seats or installed harnesses are less effective than OEM equipment. Each car is different in terms of proper safety upgrades. Newer, more modern cars have higher crash and rollover standards than a 1988 Honda Civic, and generally need less to be safe.

In our Civic Type R we have replaced both front seats with racing seats to help reduce weight, but also for safety and a more planted seating position for driver control. We have a standard race bucket passenger seat

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“OUR CAR IS STILL A STREET CAR AS WELL. IT MAY NOT APPEAR TO BE, BUT WE DO DRIVE IT ON THE STREET TO AND FROM EVENTS OFTEN.”

HOW FREQUENT AND HOW EXTENSIVE IS A BOLT CHECK ON YOUR CAR?

A bolt check should be done at minimum before every track day, but if street driving the car between track days it is recommended you perform a bolt check after a track day as well, and this is very often overlooked. Hitting curbs, aggressive braking, and off-track excursions can and will loosen bolts, change alignment settings, etc. Just as you don't want a failure at high speed on the track, you also don't want it to happen on the highway. You can't be overly cautious in the aspect of safety.

IS THERE ANYTHING WE DIDN’T TOUCH ON THAT YOU FEEL IS IMPORTANT WHEN PREPARING A CAR FOR TRACK USE OR TIME ATTACK? I say it over and over: have patience, take your time, hone proper skills, and make use of instructors.

Seat time, seat time, seat time. Make a goal, figure out a good plan of reaching it, and build up at a reasonable pace. If you want to get right into racing, there are great multi-day racing schools that provide a lot of seat time in a short period, as well as quality shops that can build you a safe and proper race car right off the bat.

to keep weight down, along with a 6-point harness, but on the driver’s side we have a head containment bucket seat and 6-point harness for more side impact safety. We have also added our USR 4-point harness bar that works with stock seats or aftermarket, is made with DOM roll cage steel tubing, and is integrated into the OEM safety mounting positions in the floor: two at the front seat mounting, and two at the rear seat belt mounts. We have also disabled the airbags since we are using 6-point harnesses, and have added a suede racing wheel with quick-release for better grip, less weight, and easier entry and egress being able to remove the steering wheel.

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BORN IN DURANGO, COLORADO, AND CURRENTLY LIVING IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, DAVID BARNHOUSE HAS BEEN A PASMAG CONTRIBUTOR FOR THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS. OUTSIDE OF HIS AUTOMOTIVE PHOTOGRAPHY WE KNOW AND LOVE, BARNHOUSE ALSO SPECIALIZES IN LANDSCAPE AND PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY, WITH AN IMPRESSIVE PORTFOLIO SPANNING MULTIPLE GENRES. NOW A PHOTOGRAPHER FOR FIVE YEARS, WE’RE HAPPY TO HAVE HIM ON OUR TEAM. TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF HIS WORK!

WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE LOCATION TO SHOOT?

It varies to be honest. I enjoy shooting anywhere that catches my eye. Most of my work is with natural lighting, so I'd have to say something urban or a downtown setting that isn't oversaturated from other local artists.

I try and take the time to scout out my own locations.

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Owner: Ethan Recchio IG: @heavensfourdoor Toyota JZX100 Absolutely the most humble guy I've ever worked with, along with having one of the most beautiful cars I personally have ever shot in my opinion.

Huge shoutout to Micky Slinger, Randi Bentia, and the rest of the PASMAG staff for making my dream become a reality with that assignment since it was my first ever full feature in a magazine.

ANY FINALS WORDS?

Huge thanks to my family and friends who have believed in me since day one, along with all the fans and followers I've met over the years. It's the greatest feeling meeting someone that knows me from my personal art and seeing the enjoyment it brings to each of them. I could have the opportunity to shoot the most expensive cars in the world, get featured in numerous magazines multiple times, but at the end of the day what I enjoy the most is seeing the joy and all the smiles my art brings to others, along with all the wonderful friendships and business partnerships that I've had the opportunity of creating over the years.

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