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THE SILVER BULLET IN BRAKING

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HAT’S RIGHT - WE’RE BACK AGAIN with the annual PASMAG Performance special issue, bringing you everything you need to fulfil your need for speed. In addition to serving as one of our most popular Buyer’s Guides every single year, the Performance special issue is designed to showcase the latest and greatest in performance automotive development.

In order to keep your shopping carts full (our apologies to your wallet), we’ve gathered more than 100 of the latest and greatest aftermarket performance products from across the industry so you can check them out at a glance. Everything you need to boost power, fine-tune your suspension, stop harder, and put more power to the ground is covered in this book.

Following that, we also break down a few feature vehicles, bolstered by some of the performance brands we know and love, to see just how their new products are being put to use in real applications.

If you’re looking for the next big performance upgrade to your ride, you’re almost certain to find a candidate within these pages.

Without spoiling the surprises, we can confidently say that we’ve crammed this book full of performance knowledge and products that will help any weekend racer or speed freak achieve their next goal. So what are you waiting for? Get to page turning!

As always, thank you for reading. We hope we can PASMAG.COM help you shave those precious seconds off the clock TUNERBATTLEGROUNDS.COM this year.

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he world of competition between tire manufacturers has been around since the second tire company opened, but in recent years the competition has been heating up as fast as high performance tires in the heat of summer. Tire sponsorships are a staple in the makeup of professional motorsports teams. Entire tracks and events are owned by tire companies. There are even sanctioned tire competitions within some modern motorsports events. If you were a newcomer to this arena, you would have your work cut out for you.

So how do you consistently compete with the biggest names in Ultra High Performance tires on a budget? Drift teams help.

By partnering with D1GP Japan and D1GP China teams, among other motorsports programs, Sailun Tire is able to push their products to the limit, compile data,

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This process has let advancements from their UHP tire, the Atrezzo ZSR, carry over to their Ultra High Performance All-Season tire, the Atrezzo SVA1.

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EVOLUTION COLD AIR INTAKE 2020+ TOYOTA SUPRA GR (EVO2300) • Direct Fit for 2020-2021 Toyota GR Supra L6-3.0L Turbo (A90) • Dyno Proven gains of up to 18 hp and 26 lb.-ft. of torque • Specially designed intake tube that transitions from 5in OD to 3.5in to increase airflow velocity at the turbo inlet

BILLET ALUMINUM TURBO ADAPTER Provides a tight seal and an OEM fit to ensure that the intake tract is completely sealed for optimal performance and reliability.

INJEN CLEAR-VUE BADGE Most Evolution Series intakes include our Clear-Vue badge to ensure simple filter inspection while also providing an exceptional under hood appearance.

PREMIUM GRADE HARDWARE Our included Stainless Steel Band Clamps with an inner protective liner and Two-Ply Automotive Grade Silicone Couplers are designed to hold up to the heat, oil, fuel and other harsh enviromental factors in your engine bay. Giving you the peace of mind that your new intake will last a lifetime.

DURABLE ROTO-MOLDED CONSTRUCTION Designed with a combination of industry leading 3D Scanning Technology and the latest CAD software to allow our engineers to get as much out of your platform as possible. All at a level of durablilty that’s simply unheard of.

TWIST-LOCK FILTER TECHNOLOGY Our patented Twist-Lock Filters make installation and regular maintenance a breeze. By mechanically simplifying the filter mounting mechanism we are able to provide the largest possible filter for peak performance and longevity.

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The Season Closer at Texas Motorplex in Ennis, Texas was made possible by the RACEWARS crew, and had attendees following pandemic protocols in order to keep attendees and racers safe, while still enjoying some community showcasing. Props go out to all involved in keeping the event running smoothly.

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Hot Import Nights finished up their 2020 season in Houston, TX at Aveeda Stadium on December 20th with a Toys 4 Tots Toy Drive in partnership with Eat Sleep Car Meet. One of the highlights for this festive-event was the ‘Kid’s Class Award’ with an outstanding number of fully modded hot wheels and custom kids rides on display. Anthony Do’s 1993 Nissan 240sx took home the ‘Best of Show’ while Team ABG Hunter took home ‘Hottest Team – Overall’ and Apocolypse took home ‘Best Team Participation presented by Raising Cane’s’.

The Miss HIN Houston award was taken home by Hannah Williams, an impressive crowd favorite.

This year looked a bit different for the car show scene but Hot Import Nights was successfully able to pull off their tour with their new COVID compliant regulations and procedures. We are already looking forward to Hot Import Nights 2021 season opener!

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Hot Import Nights brought their tour to sunny Orlando, FL on December 12th at the Orange County Convention Center! This event sold out almost as quickly as registration opened and featured the top rides in the state! Rick Vera’s fully custom Iron Man themed Corvette took home the ‘Best of Show’ award with his impressive display and well thought-out mods. A prime example of turning a vision into reality. RENTJDM out of Las Vegas made their sponsor debut with a nice lineup of classic imported JDMs while TREAD’s new Orlando franchise featured an engaging setup and RC track. Monster Energy girl, Shyra Medal, took home the Miss HIN Orlando award and is truly one to watch out for!

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LOCATION › Colorado Spring, CO HORSEPOWER › 200 whp CLUB › NvUS

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 ENGINE: B18B1 engine swap, VMS lightweight pulley, Password:JDM engine dress up kit, Full wire tucked bay, Mishimoto (half mount radiator, radiator hoses), AEM cold air intake, K&N cold air filter, NGK iridium spark plugs  EXHAUST: DC headers, Invidia mid-pipe, HKS muffler  DRIVETRAIN: Exedy lightweight flywheel, Action stage 1 clutch, LS transmission  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: MST MT11 wheels - 16x8 +25 (f/r), Federal tires - 195/40/16 (f/r), Brembo drilled/slotted rotors, Hawk brake pads, Steel braided brake lines  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: BC Racing BR Series custom super low coilovers, Skunk2 (front upper control arms w/ adjustable camber kit, rear camber kit, rear lower control arms), Blackworks Racing rear subframe brace, Innovative traction bar, Ground Control top hats  EXTERIOR: Seibon carbon fiber (hood w/ galaxy print wrap, sunroof), HIC (door visors, rear window visor), European front bumper, EG Jun-style front lip custom molded to the bumper, Z Racing steel spiked lug nuts, JDM (amber corner lights, clear bumper lights, SIR rear wing), Hood bra, Password:JDM rear tow hook, Custom side skirts, Carbon fiber wrapped fenders, Pulsating rear brake light, HID headlights  INTERIOR: Bride bucket seats, Sparco harnesses, Vigilante galaxy woodgrain steering wheel, VMS slim quick-release, NRG short hub, S2000 push start ignition, Bride fabric shift boot, Blue Moon beer tap shift knob, Glowshift (gauge pod, gauges), Custom (rear trunk divider, EK armrest), 5-panel mirror  AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Alpine (touchscreen head unit, front and rear speakers)  SPONSORS: Voodoo Detailing Products, Password:JDM, Downstar, Klutch Wheels, VIS Racing Dynamics, Top Ups, M&H Tires, Torco Oils, Devsport, Ultra Racing USA, Newhall Muffler, Stage MotorSports, Mishimoto, Street Scene Review

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 ENGINE: Grimmspeed (alternator cover, radiator cover) + TurboXS front mount intercooler + COBB (air intake, Accessport, Stage 2 tune)  EXHAUST: Invidia (downpipe, Q300 quad exhaust)  WHEELS / TIRES: Work Meister S1R 3-piece wheels - 18x11 +5 (f/r) + Falken Azenis tires - 265/35/18 (f/r) + Sickspeed extended spiked lug nuts + Prevail Squad tire decals  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Air Lift Performance (air suspension system w/ V2 digital air management) + Cusco front strut bar + ISC rear lower control arms  EXTERIOR: Varis (widebody kit, V2 front bumper, side skirts, carbon fibre front lip, carbon fibre side skirt extensions, carbon fibre shrouds) + Blacktop Aero double decker spoiler + Grimmspeed license plate relocator + STi Euro plate + HIC window visors + VIS Racing carbon fibre hood + Aerocatch hood pins + Galvez Customs (rear diffuser, rear aprons) + Downstar hardware + BlueBatmobile rear overlays + Spec-D Tuning headlights w/ demon eyes and halos + Red Hella horn Supertones + Rear exhaust finishers + Custom paint + Roof fins + CCM roof rack / bike rack  INTERIOR: Bride (Gias II reclinable seats, seat rails) + Red carbon fibre trim + NRG harness bar + Takata 4-point harnesses + Billetworks shift knob + Sickspeed broadway mirror  MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Custom IPAD head unit + JL Audio (10-inch subwoofers (2), amplifier) + Custom rear trunk setup by Wayne Fabian

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LOCATION › Corsicana, TX VEHICLE › Honda B20b 2.0L I4 HORSEPOWER › 205 whp CLUB › Status Car Club

 ENGINE: Honda CR-V B20b high compression block, Integra GSR P72 Vtec head, ARP head studs, Skunk2 (stage one tuner cam, pro series intake manifold, 70mm throttle body), Hondata (manifold, throttle body gaskets, S300 V2 chip), Blox TPS sensor, PLM header, AEM (air intake, Tru-time cam gears), NGK plug wires, Downstar (header studs and spikes, vtec dress kit, valve cover dress kit, spikes, V3 blue beauty washers, cam washers, transmission washers, top hats, clutch adapter plate, engine bay plug plates), Hassport solid mounts, JB Tuned filter delete, Walbro 255 fuel pump, AEM Performance Electronics fuel pressure regulator  EXHAUST: PLM ram style header, Apexi N1 cat-back exhaust  DRIVETRAIN: ACT (stage 3 clutch, pressure plate, lightweight flywheel), Goodrich braided clutch line  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Rota Slipstream wheels - 16x8 (f/r), Toyo Proxes tires - 195/45/16 (f/r), Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium ceramic brake pads  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Air Lift Performance (struts, V2 air management), Blackworks Racing (3-point strut bar, rear subframe brace), Skunk2 (front lower control arms, front camber kit), MPC Motorsports (front drop forks, rear drop control arms)  EXTERIOR: FJDM front clip, Carbon Creations (front lip, gas door), Password:JDM front bumper ducts, ITR (optional side skirts, spoiler), Seibon Carbon rear bumper valances, Speedzone (rear window visor, door visors), Xenon 1100k HID kit  INTERIOR: Hydrodipped dash vents, Password:JDM shift boot cover, KTuned shifter, NRG (shift knob, quick-release hub), NRG deep dish steering wheel, Sparco (R100 seats, 5-point cam-lock harnesses, seat rails), ITR floor mats, Blox rear harness bar, Rev 9 rear X-brace  SPONSORS: Pistol Pete’s Racing Liquids, Full Throttle Hydro Graphics

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ndrew Wallace from ISC Suspension has quite a bit of Subaru experience under his belt. Given the company’s dedication to researching and developing state of the art suspension systems for numerous Subaru platforms, it only seems fitting that he pilots one of his own.

And while the company continues to develop for newer models, Wallace himself was particularly drawn to an older 1998 Subaru 2.5RS that he saw in a yard down the road from the shop. With a striking resemblance to the iconic 22B, a car that now fre-

quently sells for over $100,000, this was a good affordable compromise that could carry that same essence throughout the build.

Unfortunately for Wallace, his first inquiry was met with resistance, and the owner told him he wasn’t ready to sell the old Subaru covered in leaves and debris with flat tires. It had clearly been sitting there for a while.

After a few months of driving by the car every day on the way to the shop, he tried his luck again. By a stroke of luck, the previous owner was in a selling mood that day, and Wallace received the keys to his 1998 Subaru 2.5RS. He ran to the shop to pick up a jump pack and some Fix-A-Flat, and in no time he was driving the car down the street over to the shop.

After about six months of tinkering with the old Subaru, Wallace had an

idea. He purchased a wrecked but running 2004 STi from a local junkyard.

This slightly newer Subaru with all of its upgraded components would become a serious organ donor for the project. The EJ257 engine, front and rear subframes, transmission, differential, and everything else that would fit was pulled from the 2004 donor, including

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While he waited for his engine to return, Wallace got to work swapping everything else that he could from the donor car, and added some aftermarket support where he could.” the dash, console, and seats! As soon as it was out, the EJ257 2.5L engine was sent out for a full build to support at least 400 wheel horsepower.

While he waited for his engine to return, Wallace got to work swapping everything else that he could from the donor car, and added some aftermarket support where he could. A Clutch Masters FX300 clutch was in order if he

wanted to make power. He also enlisted Whiteline bushings to help replace and stiffen up old control arms and subframe bushings when he installed the 2004’s subframes on his "RSTi." Being a suspension expert, Wallace and the team at ISC Suspension had everything they needed to dial in the RSTi. With intentions to be a trackready street car, they employed ISC’s N1 coilovers with Triple S upgraded springs to handle the majority of the work. Their in-house rear camber plates were the perfect fit to allow Wallace to set his rear camber just right, and all of the above pieces came together to offer style and performance in equal measures. The icing on the cake is the ISC Suspension air cup kit, giving the car ample daily driver capabilities at the touch of a button.

With power being bumped up, the rest of the car had to look the part.

Wallace sourced wider front fenders and overfenders. With the spirit of the 22B and its heritage in mind, he decided to mold them into the body for a clean OEM-style look, rather than rivet them on and call it a day. The resulting sleek body was painted World Rally Blue, an obvious choice with the 22B’s spirit involved. Complementing the look is a gold set of Work Emotion CR Kai wheels for the ever-traditional

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With his new engine back in his possession, the drivetrain was reassembled in the car, and the results were pleasantly surprising.”

World Rally Blue and gold combination, and that tried and true method works perfectly with this build.

With his new engine back in his possession, the drivetrain was reassembled in the car, and the results were pleasantly surprising. 400 wheel horsepower on tap made for a potent little Subaru. “It’s pretty much the fastest 400 wheel horsepower car I have ever been in,” Wallace tells us. “400 isn’t much anymore for today's standards, but the fact that the chassis is light, and has a pretty short wheel base, it kind of has that go-kart feel in a way.”

Boasting the ability to launch hard, do AWD donuts on dry pavement, and handle exceptionally well thanks to ISC Suspension’s products and expertise, the 1998 RSTi has become everything Wallace imagined when he saw it sitting under the old oak trees down the street. What was originally to be a track-specific build became a true all around street car after he fell in love with the driveability, and now it can hold its own at the show and on the track, and then be driven to work the next day. This is what these cars are all about!

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Subaru EJ257 2.5L engine swap + STi crankshaft + Manley H-beam rods + CP forged pistons + ACL race bearings + ARP head studs + Brian Crower (stage 2 camshafts, valve springs, retainers) + Blouch 2.5 XTR turbocharger + Grimmspeed up-pipe + Tial 38mm external wastegate + Agency Power fuel rails + 1000cc injectors + Mishimoto (radiator, fans) + GrimmSpeed (top-mount intercooler, engine dress-up bits) + Perrin 3-inch turbo inlet + Killer B (oil pickup, oil baffle) + Gates Racing timing belt + NGK spark plugs + COBB air/oil separator + KS BIG MAF intake

EXHAUST

P&L Motorsports (N1 Style cat-back exhaust, headers) + GrimmSpeed downpipe

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2004 Subaru STi 6-speed transmission + Clutch Masters FX300 clutch

WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

Work Emotion CR Kai wheels 17x9 (f/r) + Falken RT615+ tires - 225/40/17 (f/r) + ISC (1-piece front rotors, 6-piston front calipers) + Brembo rear brakes

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

ISC Suspension (N1 Street Sport coilovers, Triple S upgraded coilover springs, rear camber plates, air cup system) + Whiteline (swaybars, bushings) + 2004 Subaru STi subframes

EXTERIOR

Full widebody kit blended into chassis + World Rally Blue paint + JDM Subaru STi (rear spats, tail lights)

INTERIOR

2004 Subaru STi (dash, console, seats) + 6OC Rallysport door cards + Momo vintage steering wheel + Harness bar

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ISC Suspension + GrimmSpeed + Perry Tuned + 6OC Rallysport

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olkswagen recently confirmed that the wagon market in North America is struggling for them, and that they no longer plan to bring wagon models here amid the growing demand for crossovers instead. In an effort to #savethewagons, Unitronic decided to give their treatment to the Mk7.5 Golf Alltrack wagon - one of the last wagons we can expect to see from VW for a while here.

With a 1.8TSI engine featuring great tuning potential, and a very sophisticated Haldex AWD system, the Alltrack wagon was a perfect candidate. In

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With a 1.8TSI engine featuring great tuning potential, and a very sophisticated Haldex AWD system, the Alltrack wagon was a perfect candidate.” stock form, the 1.8TSI MQB engine comes equipped with an IS12 turbocharger, and makes 170 horsepower and 199 ft-lb of torque. With the use of Unitronic’s Stage 2+ software upgrade and Genuine IHI IS38 turbo kit, they intended to increase power output by more than double, while staying within the safe limits of the engine and transmission.

Supporting modifications for this upgrade include a Unitronic Carbon Fiber Intake System with Air Duct, Turbo Inlet Elbow, Downpipe, and Intercooler Upgrade to achieve published power figures. They also upgraded the Charge Pipes to further eliminate restrictions and maximize power on this 1.8TSI engine. Last but not least, they upgraded to a larger frame turbocharger in the form of the IHI IS38 turbo - the same one you would find on the Golf R and Audi S3 2.0 TSI engines.

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Once flashed, the Alltrack was loaded onto Unitronic’s in-house MAHA chassis dyno in a state of the art environmentally controlled cell.”

With new hardware installed professionally, optimizing air flow in and out of the engine, the wagon was ready for a proper tune in order to bring all of the parts together in harmony. For this job, the team at Unitronic has just the tool: Unitronic’s own UniConnect+ Cable and Performance Software, which by connecting it to the OBD2 port, allows them to flash the vehicle with Unitronic’s Stage 2+ ECU Software for maximum power and Stage 2 TCU Software for increased clutch clamping pressure, quicker gear changes with optimized shift points, increased launch control

RPM and an overall more responsive driving experience.

In addition to giving you the ability to upgrade your performance from the comfort of your own home and garage, the UniConnect+ Cable will also allow you to return your vehicle back to stock as needed, perform diagnostics, and - new for 2021 - access high speed data logging. A great addition to the performance upgrade!

Once flashed, the Alltrack was loaded onto Unitronic’s in-house MAHA chassis dyno in a state of the art environmentally controlled cell.

This allows the Unitronic team to dial

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crank. With the winter grade 93 octane fuel in the car, a little bit of timing correction was needed, but the ECU was able to handle that correction on its own. Additionally, the Stage 2+ software allows users to safely run up to E20 to further correct timing if needed.

All this additional power is achieved through an increase in boost pressure, optimized ignition timing, camshaft timing, and much more now

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in specific conditions from around the world, ensuring their products stay reliable and perform as advertised anywhere they go.

As expected, the IS38-boosted Alltrack performed very well on the dyno. With the ambient temperature set to 72-degrees Fahrenheit (22-degrees Celsius), three dyno pulls averaged between 353 to 348 horsepower and a consistent 324 ft-lb of torque at the

that the turbo and hardware upgrades are complete. There’s plenty of usable power starting at 2500 RPM, but the turbo really comes to life above 3000 RPM maintaining peak torque all the

way to 5000 RPM while horsepower climbs all the way to redline. Power delivery is smooth and linear, and on the street there’s a drastic increase in acceleration, passing power, and top end power especially compared to the stock 170 horsepower and 199 ft-lb figures. With these upgrades, low 4-second 0-60 times and mid 12-second quarter mile passes are achievable with DSG equipped vehicles depending on setup.

As you can see, ample and safe power from these potent little platforms is easily attainable with help from Unitronic’s engineering and tuning experience. You can also find DIY installation instructions available on their website as well. For now they achieved their goal of creating an OEM+ inspired “sleeper” wagon, and did justice to one of the last VW wagons we might see in North America for a while. In the springtime, we will get to see this vehicle pushed to its limits on the track, further showcasing the prowess of Unitronic’s upgrades. We can’t wait.

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ROCKET SHARK Putting power to the wheels to match aggressive aesthetics

Back when Joaquin Gomez was working as a mechanic, and barely had enough money to afford his own tools, he knew he wanted some form of imported tuner car, but he still didn’t know exactly what he was looking for. Fast forward a few years, and Gomez was officially on the hunt, but still unsure what he was hunting for. It wasn’t until he was driving down the Garden Parkway when inspiration drove past him. A pearl white Subaru BRZ, a brand new vehicle at the time, passed him, and he immediately found himself asking, “What the hell was that?”

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hen he got home, a little internet sleuthing took place, and he learned that the BRZ and Scion FR-S were a shared platform. Being a big fan of Toyota, Gomez realized he had finally found the one. That same week, he hit up his local Toyota dealer. “I want this car in pearl white,” he told the salesperson. “The base model. And it has to be manual!” Knowing that he was going to modify the car extensively, simplicity was key. Once the dealer found his car, and the paperwork was signed, Gomez was at the

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beginning of a journey that even he didn’t know would take him so far.

Not even a week later, tragedy struck. A minivan in a mall parking lot backed into the front of his brand new car. Of course, incidents like these can open the door to more opportunities, and Gomez saw it as a perfectly good excuse to seek out some body modifications. Having already added things like Cusco suspension products, a GReddy exhaust system, and window tints, he was ready for something a little more visual. Instead of just replacing the bumper, Gomez took a liking to the V2

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Rocket Bunny kit which was released around that time. Determined to install it himself, he spent some time mocking up the kit before sending the pieces off for paint, and cut his own fenders and quarter panels before installing the kit himself.

With his kit installed, and a cool GReddy/ Trust livery installed, Gomez decided to turn his attention to the performance side of the build, and quickly gained the attention of several brands who would become sponsors over time. With GReddy being one of the first, the FR-S was treated to a wide variety of quality performance modifications, including an awesome turbo kit bumping estimated power

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ROCKET SHARK output to a potential 400 horsepower, but his factory drivetrain couldn’t handle it, so it was held back temporarily.

With power now well above the factory output, the drivetrain needed to be able to handle the increased demand. After some more research, Gomez was surprised to know that many performance cars use EXEDY clutches from the factory! “If many companies trust in the brand then I can trust in them to exceed my expectations,” he says, “and they did with their Hyper Series twin-disc clutch!” With his new Hyper Series Twin Disc Clutch, he knows he can put all that power to the wheels, and is headed back to Ptuning to make that 400 horsepower with E85. Shoutout to EXEDY for making the dream a reality!

GReddy (GTX2871R turbo kit, individual throttle bodies, oil pan baffle plate, clutch reservoir sock, aluminum coolant neck) + Injector Dynamics/Bosch 1050x injectors + AEM Performance Electronics E85 fuel pump + Verus fuel starvation flap + DEI (gold tape, turbo blanket) + Ptuning flex fuel kit V2 w/ sensor failsafe OLED display + Cusco (air suction pipe kit, oil drain plug, alternator and AC compressor belt covers, engine grounding kit, air/oil separator, battery tie down, oil filter, aluminum radiator cap bracket, radiator cap, oil cooler,) + Verus (fuel rail covers, direct injection ECU cover, cam solenoid covers) + Nameless camplate + Password:JDM (carbon fiber fuse box cover, carbon fiber cooling plate, engine bay dress up kit) + Zspec titanium hardware + Toyota 86 logo oil cap + Gates high performance serpentine belt + Raceseng aluminum revo pulley kit + PTuning windshield washer reservoir kit + Mishimoto (radiator, fan shroud, coolant reservoir, silicone hoses) + HPS (hose clamps, heater core hoses)

EXHAUST

GReddy EVO 3 cat-back exhaust + Beatrush overpipe + HKS front pipe w/ dual resonators + Cusco HD exhaust hangers + DEI titanium exhaust wrap

DRIVETRAIN

EXEDY Hyper Series Twin Disc clutch + ARP flywheel bolts + Driveshaft Shop carbon fiber driveshaft + TRD quick shifter kit + MTEC shift springs + Velox bell housing cover + Cusco (shift fork w/ pivot ball, differential brace, stainless mesh clutch cable)

WHEELS/TIRES/BRAKES

Forgestar F14 wheels - 19x9.5 (f), 19x11 (r) + Toyo Proxes tires - 255/30/19 (f), 275/30/19 (r) + Forgestar carbon fiber center caps + TiBurnt titanium valve stem caps + FT-86 Speedfactory forged aluminum 20mm wheel spacers (r) + Tire stickers + D2 Racing (8-piston front calipers, cross drilled front rotors, brake lines)

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

Cusco (Street Zero-A PB coilovers, rear interior pillar brace, steering rack reinforcement stay, strut bar w/ master cylinder brace, Type OS rear strut tower bar, front power brace, solid front sway bar, hollow rear sway bar, adjustable front strut tower brace, rear crossmember brace, adjustable rear toe arms, rear trailing arms, front lower arm brace, rear power brace, rear side power brace, adjustable rear lower control arms, 6-point roll cage) + Beatrush rear bumper brace + JDL front bumper brace bar

EXTERIOR

Rocket Bunny (Pandem V2 full body kit, Pandem V3 canards) + Dai Yoshihara Exclusive Canards for Rocket Bunny V2 + Rocket bunny/ GReddy V2 LED kit + Rallybacker V2 rear diffuser + Voltex type 7.5 swan neck 1800mm wing + Zspec (titanium hardware, rivnut

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hardware with washers, titanium M5 bolts) + APR Performance (custom carbon fiber wind splitter, wind splitter support rods) + Varis carbon fiber hood + Craft Square / JUN Automotive carbon fiber GT mirrors + TiBurnt Titanium (mirror hardware, hood latch hardware) + Aerocatch hood pins + HIC side window visor + IKON side window louvers + Vertical doors system + 3M (window tints 5%, red pinstripe) + Vivid carbon fiber 3D wrap on front bumper + Cusco (front tow hook, rear tow hook, carbon fiber fender garnish) + 86 fender emblem decals + Beatrush aluminum front diffuser underpanel. + Valenti (Black Edition 4th brake light, nonsequential smoked tail lights) + Diode Dynamics (smarttap flasher relay, 3000k HID kit) + OLM (carbon fiber exterior door handle insert, carbon fiber eyelids for headlamps and tail lights) + Toyota emblems + TRD (fuel cap cover, rear side spoilers) + Rexpeed (carbon fiber hood damper kit, carbon fiber window A-pillar trim) + Big Mike removable license plate bracket + Winjet JDM black headlights + Beatsonic (FDA43 shark fin antenna, roof spoiler) + Phase 2 Motortrend frame rail adapters

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Braum (Elite series red suede racing seats, racing harnesses, seat belt pads) + Planted Technology seat brackets + Zspec titanium hardware + Diode Dynamics interior LED kit + Splash airbag light fix resistors + TRD seat belt pads + GCS (carbon fiber switch overlay, red aluminum outer AC vent trim, carbon fiber interior dress up kit) + Custom carbon fiber climate control center panel cover + FR racing carbon fiber climate control side panels + Toyota JDM OEM black MT traction control buttons + Subaru TS ultrasuede upper door trim w/ red stitching + JPM Coachworks (alcantar speaker trim w/ red stitching, gauge hood red stitched, alcantara cluster hood w/ red stitching, alcantara knee pad w/ red stitching) + OLM (carbon fiber center AC trim overlay, carbon fiber steering wheel trim overlay, S-line carbon fiber dash trim) + Subaru BRZ TS JDM red leatherette and black alcantara armrest + Toyota JDM frameless rear view mirror + Toyota 86 steering wheel emblem overlay + Intec high mount 3rd brake light + Raceseng (reverse lockout lever, MT slammer shift knob) + Subaru door bolt head covers + Cusco (carbon fiber steering wheel bezel, carbon fiber steering wheel, heel & toe sports accelerator pedal, E-brake drift button, carbon fiber shifter panel) + Sparco carbon fiber brake/ clutch pedals + TiBurnt titanium kit for Cusco rear pillar power brace + Rexpeed (carbon fiber E-brake handle, carbon fiber door handles) + TRD door stabilizer kit + Subaru OEM carpeted trunk liner w/ custom GT86 stitched patch + Weathertech floor mats + Verus Motorsports pedal spacer kit + Moroso performance roll cage pad + Pandem window net + Cipher racing harness bar + H3R performance fire extinguisher + Drake off-road fire extinguisher clamps + Carbon fiber gauge cluster overlay

AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS

BlackVue (DR750s dash cam system, power magic pro)

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This air intake system for the 2016-2019 BMW 340i 3.0L engine features an enclosed sheet metal heat shield with a removable lid for a balance of intake temperature reduction and serviceability. Constructed of high quality aluminum tubing, and features a premium synthetic filter.

This air box intake system for the 2017-2020 BMW M3 3.0L engine features rotationally molded boxes and tubes with premium carbon fiber lids. Offers filter serviceability without engine brace removal thanks to enclosed filter housings that use factory mounting locations.

AEM-21-880C Air Intake for 2016-2019 BMW 340i 3.0L AEMIntakes.com

AEM-21-881DS Air Intake for 2017-2020 BMW M3 3.0L AEMIntakes.com

AEM INDUCTION AEM-26-3007C Charge Pipe Kit for 2015-2018 BMW M240 3.0L AEMIntakes.com

This charge pipe kit for the 20152018 BMW M240 3.0L engine is a hard aluminum pipe replacement for the factory plastic charge pipe to increase efficiency of flow and consistency of boost. Designed to fit with either a factory air box or AEM intake system.

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AEM-26-3005C Charge Pipe Kit for 2020 Toyota Supra / BMW Z4 3.0L Turbo AEMIntakes.com This charge pipe kit for the 2020 Toyota Supra and BMW Z4 3.0L engine is a hard aluminum pipe replacement for the factory plastic charge pipe to increase efficiency of flow and consistency of boost. Designed to fit with either a factory air box or AEM intake system.

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AEM-26-3006C Charge Pipe Kit for 2014-2016 BMW 228i 2.0L AEMIntakes.com This charge pipe kit for the 2014-2016 BMW 228i 2.0L engine is a hard aluminum pipe replacement for the factory plastic charge pipe to increase efficiency of flow and consistency of boost. Designed to fit with either a factory air box or AEM intake system.

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AEM has updated its water/methanol injection systems for turbocharged race vehicles with a breakthrough injector design that improves atomization to deliver faster inlet temp cooling and uses less fluid to maintain cooling. This dramatic improvement in injector technology is coupled with a new WMI pump design that is 100% waterproof, making it safe for engine bay and frame rail mounting. The V3 injector replaces the old V2 injector in all of AEM’s WMI systems.

Aeromotive, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket fuel systems and accessories, has introduced new direct drop-in fuel pump modules for 2011-2017 Ford Mustangs, excluding GT500 models. Phantom Series fuel pump modules are compatible with factory plastic fuel tanks; are available in single, dual and triple fuel pump configurations, and come preassembled for a quick installation.

Dyno-oroven gains up to +13 HP & +11 Lbs. x Ft. TQ for the 2018-2020 Ford Mustang GT V8 5.0L. Outflows factory intake by 6% and features a washable and reusable Pro DRY S Air Filter for maximum convenience with premium T-Bolt clamps and silicone couplings.

V3 Water/Methanol Injection Kit $465.89 | AEMElectronics.com

Drop-In Fuel Pump Modules for 20112017 Ford Mustangs AeromotiveInc.com

Super Stock Induction System® w/Pro DRY S Filter Media $273.75 | aFePower.com

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Rod Bolt Kit for Nissan RB26DETT ARP-Bolts.com

AEM PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS TRU-BoostX Boost Controller Gauge $323.63 | AEMElectronics.com

The Tru-BoostX Boost Controller Gauge delivers all of the features you loved about the original, only now with AEMnet for data logging and a big, fat internal MAP sensor that can handle boost pressures up to 80 PSI. The Tru-BoostX Boost Controller Gauge delivers digital accuracy but with the simplicity of a manual boost controller. All programming is done using the faceplate buttons and no laptop is required. It has tons of features, overboost protection, and is simple to use.

By now the RB26 engine’s factory rods are more than 20 years old, and having seen their fair share of heat and abuse over the years, the factory rod bolts may have become the weak point of the connecting rod assembly. Stretching under load can occur with factory hardware, which can result in catastrophic failure.

Replacing these bolts with quality hardware during a rebuild is highly recommended.

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Callies GT-R crankshafts can be ordered in strokes ranging from 88mm to 98mm, and are manufactured with Nissan OEM main bearing and big block Chevy rod journal diameters. Special attention was given to critical areas making this one of the strongest GT-R billet crankshafts available. Machined from 4330V and deep case nitride, this crankshaft is built for durability. Stock accessory drives and drive line components can be used as well.

The new 2017+ R35 GT-R GReddy DCT cooler kit features GReddy’s large 13-row core. It also includes a specific air duct, similar to the OEM unit, for maximum cooling. Installation is easy thanks to a specialized GReddy DCT trans oil block with internal thermostat that insures quick fluid warm-up and consistent oil temps.

Carefully designed lightweight -14 hard-lines and braided lines allow for a minimal routing lengths and maximum flow. Includes necessary mounts and hose fittings.

Ultra Billet Crankshaft for R35 GT-R Callies.com

GReddy GT-R DCT Cooler Kit $2,400 | GReddy.com

GRASSROOTS PERFORMANCE

Aluminum Radiator for Nissan 350Z / 370Z $330 | GrassrootsParts.com Drop this Grassroots Performance aluminum radiator in any manual transmission 350Z/G35 or 370Z/G37. This radiator has a 2-inch thick, dual-pass core and polished end tanks. Drain this radiator easily with a quick-drain plug and never lose a bolt again. Or do a complete radiator flush using the half-inch drain bolt also provided. Uses OEM mounting positions, and has provision for electric fans. Includes radiator cap where applicable. All backed by Grassroots’ lifetime warranty.

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We all know how important oil cooling is, and we all know how important race day is. Leave the worries behind and keep that engine running optimally with the all-new dual pass oil cooler. This cooler is the same dimensions as their 19-row cooler, but with almost double the cooling power. Available in three sizes, add this competition ready cooler to a complete kit or upgrade your current setup.

Swapping an LSX into an S-chassis, Z-chassis, BMW, hot rod, or any other vehicle for that matter will certainly require an upgraded cooling system.

Specially designed by Grassroots Performance, you will not find this radiator anywhere else. This radiator is designed for easy fitment and performance in mind. With its compact size, vertical end tanks, and passenger side inlet and outlet, this is a V8 performance radiator ready to drop into any compact swap.

Dual Pass Competition Oil Cooler $240 | GrassrootsParts.com

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Front Mount Heat Exchanger Upgrade for A90/91 Toyota Supra $699 | CSFRace.com

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Toyota A90 Supra Stroker Kit $6,000 | RunBC.com The BC stroker kit for the Toyota Supra with the B58 engine will increase displacement to 3.2L and deliver over 300 more ft-lbs of torque for even faster turbo spool up. Being run in both Aasbo and Gushi’s FD competition cars, both making over 1,200 horsepower to the crank! Each kit features a 100mm stroke BC crank, CNC machined from 4340 round bar. Your choice of BC ProH, the BC MOAR series I-Beam both with ARP CA625+ fasteners or a Carrillo H-Beam.

DARTON SLEEVES

Subaru FA20 WRX Seal Tight Sleeves $475 | DartonSleeves.com Darton's Seal Tight dry sleeves for the Subaru FA20 WRX. These allow you to go from stock bore of 86mm to a max of 90mm. This kit will easily handle 40 psi of boost even at the larger bore size. Ductile iron sleeves help with better ring seal due to their harder surface area and have much less wear than the stock block.

GRIMMSPEED

Air/Oil Separator for Subaru WRX/ STI/LGT/FXT $299 | Grimmspeed.com The GrimmSpeed Air/Oil Separator for Subaru vehicles has a unique design that allows you to maintain your PCV valve while separating the oil out of the crankcase and head ventilation air. The AOS will allow your engine to run more efficiently due to the separation of oil from the intake system. This unit coalesces oil without using a mesh media and is self-maintained, so you can just sit back and enjoy driving your car!

After six months of development and testing with some of the best Supra tuners across the world, CSF is proud to announce its new high-performance all-aluminum charge cooler Front Mount Heat Exchanger upgrade for the A90/91 Toyota Supra, including some BMW G-series fitment. Complete with transmission oil cooler mounting hardware and rock guard, this 2-row, 42mm ultra high performance core radiator is a drop-in fit that significantly reduces air intake temperatures.

HEATSHIELD PRODUCTS Lava Motor Mount Shield HeatshieldProducts.com

The Lava Motor Mount Shield encases the engine mounts with a Heatshield Products proprietary, specially formulated, volcanic rockbased thermal-barrier material able to withstand up to 1,200-degrees fahrenheit continuous radiated heat and 2,000-degrees fahrenheit intermittent radiated heat. The material also resists water, caustic chemicals, and acids.

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DESIGN ENGINEERING INC.

DESIGN ENGINEERING INC.

Increase driver and passenger comfort while protecting vital components from heat damage with new stainless steel pipe heat shields from Design Engineering Inc. Designed to prevent burns while protecting drivers and passengers from uncomfortable heat, the lightweight shields can be utilized in a wide variety of applications, including turbo down-pipes, headers or any component of the exhaust system.

Designed to reduce heat in critical lines, hoses and air intakes, DEI’s gold sleeving is recommended for demanding applications for all forms of motorsports. Heat Sheath Gold comes in multiple diameters from 0.75-inch to 2.25-inch. Heat Shroud Gold, available in 0.5-inch to 1.25 x 36 inches, offers the added convenience of a hook and loop closure with open edges so there is no need to remove the end of a wire, cable or hose to install.

JE PISTONS

MAHLE MOTORSPORT

JE Pistons’ new Ultra Series combines all of JE’s premium, strength-enhancing features into one readily available, shelf-stock line. Thicker crowns and ring lands and upgraded wrist pins are combined with revolutionary Grain Flow Optimized forging technology and ceramic crown coating for an incredibly strong, resilient piston. Ultra Series delivers the best qualities of a custom piston without the wait and is available for popular sport compact and domestic engine applications.

Now available from MAHLE Motorsport is a new versatile combo piston set for LS style heads available as a Dish, Dome or Flat Top. The LSX Combo PowerPak is a new shelf-stock 20cc forged piston kit designed with universal fit valve pockets for LS1/2/5, LS7 or LS3/92 style heads. Whether building an LS street engine or an all out race engine, MAHLE’s LSX Combo adds a new level of power and performance without breaking the budget.

MISHIMOTO

RACESENG

Offers increased cooling capacity utilizing a direct fit for the 2013+ Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86. Features a 100% brazed aluminum core, with the entire unit TIGwelded to perfection. Back by a Mishimoto lifetime warranty.

The Revo 7 lightweight performance pulley kit shaves off 4 pounds of rotating mass compared to the OEM system. The pulleys are not underdriven, are the same size as OEM, and do not require a special belt. The innovative idler and tensioner pulleys feature a floating face design, so as your belt turns, the face of these pulleys stay static for a unique look.

Stainless Steel Insulated Pipe Shields DesignEngineering.com

JE Ultra Series JEPistons.com

LSX Combo PowerPak Piston Kit for LS Engines MahleMotorsports.com

Performance Aluminum Radiator for 2013+ Subaru BRZ / Toyota GT86 $436.80 | Mishimoto.com

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Revo 7 Pulley System for FA20 Engine $795 | Raceseng.com

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KELFORD CAMS

KVS87-DT Spring Kit for Subaru FA20 Engines KelfordCams.com The new KVS87-DT spring kit has been designed to meet the demands placed on the valvetrain when boost and other power enhancements are added. The KVS87-DT spring kit is for turbocharged 2015+ Subaru FA20 engines. It features a dual spring and titanium retainer kit that has 88-lb seated pressure @ 32.85mm using the OEM seat, 228lb @ 11mm lift, 262lb @ 12mm lift. Coil Bind is at 18.55mm.

UNITRONIC

Tiguan Gen2 Tunes GetUnitronic.com Unitronic now offers OBD-II Port compatible tunes for the new Tiguan equipped with the 2.0TSI MQB GEN3-B engine! This is a premier for major VW and Audi tuners since the whole industry was working on cracking the MG1 ECUs for months and most available solutions required a bench flash of the ECU for the first software install. Unitronic not only removed this pain point but also updated its UniCONNECT+ cable software to allow users to install the new tunes from the comfort of their home by themselves.

RADIUM ENGINEERING Direct Mount Regulator RadiumAuto.com

The Radium Direct Mount Regulator (DMR) is a compact high performance adjustable EFI fuel pressure regulator designed with a unique highly versatile mounting system. It can be mounted directly to a compatible fuel rail port using the included 360-degree swiveling adapter, or mounted remotely away from the fuel rail. The compact size fits in areas with limited space, without sacrificing performance.

This regulator is safe to use with E85 and other alternative fuels.

PROSPORT

Carbon Fiber Turbo Blanket $115 | ProsportGauges.com This fitted exhaust heat blanket reduces turbo lag and increases turbo spool time while significantly reducing under hood temperatures.

An excellent heat barrier protecting the hood, hoses, and painted surfaces from residual heat damage. The Prosport turbo blanket comes with stainless steel anchoring hooks incorporated in the shield along with free spring clips to make securing the blanket to your turbo fast and easy.

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EVO1502 Cold Air Intake System for 2017-2019 Honda Civic Type R $339.95 | injen.com Boost up the performance of your 2017-2019 Honda Civic Type R (FK8) with Injen’s all-new EVO1502 Evolution sealed cold air intake system.

The EVO1502 cold air intake was designed using advanced engineering tools to offer a top quality kit that has no parallel. The EVO1502 one-piece sealed housing utilizes patent pending twist-lock technology to securely fasten a SuperNano-Web Dry air filter in place. The housing also has a molded scoop to retain the factory inlet.

VIBRANT PERFORMANCE

Nylon Braided Lines for Oil and Water VibrantPerformance.ca / JRPOnline.com Vibrant Performance has a large selection of nylon braided lines along with many other adapters, hoses and piping. They stock every Vibrant part number in their Canadian warehouse so you can have what you need immediately.

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DBA

Disc Brake Rotors and Performance Brakes Pads DBA.com.au The patented Kangaroo Paw ventilation system provides a more efficient method of keeping the rotors cool under the heaviest braking applications. Using a series of 144 diamond and teardrop patterned pillars (or columns) instead of conventional straight cooling vanes, the Kangaroo Paw design increases cooling efficiency by up to 20% when compared with most other conventional ventilated disc rotors.

DBA rotors come in three series: Street Series, 4000 and 5000 series. All three have plain, slotted, and drilled/slotted options.

EBC BRAKES RP-1 Race Pads EBCBrakes.com

EBC’s most extreme track day and race brake pad to date, offering unrivalled performance at a competitive price. Superb modulation gives unprecedented control and feel throughout each braking event. Extremely low wear rate with stable friction coefficient, even under the harshest on-track driving conditions. Pads come thermally bedded, eliminating early-life fade and minimising bed-in time. Proudly designed and built in the UK.

EBC BRAKES

Two-Piece Fully Floating Rotors for Tesla Model X / Model S $1,049 | EBCBrakes.com Two-piece fully-floating rotors save 7kg of unsprung rotational mass across the front axle and increases vehicle range. Fully-floating design means the rotor will not warp under even the most severe braking. Black hard-anodised aluminium hubs look great and will not rust. 48 curved vanes allow for effective rotor cooling.

HAWK PERFORMANCE HPS 5.0 Brake Pads HawkPerformance.com

Hawk Performance's HPS 5.0 brake pads are the premium replacement brake pad for your daily driver to enhance the driving experience. This compound combines the safety and quality of aerospace design with the braking technology of motorsports. The results are shorter stopping distances, improved performance under heavy braking conditions, and street car friendly characteristics.

PROJECT MU Club Racer RC09 Mackin-ind.com

Developed based on race feedback, Project Mu’s Club Racer RC09 brake pads are an exportonly model designed for circuit driving. Crafted out of super graphite metallic material, these pads can handle rotor temperatures between 300 and 800 degrees celsius.

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R1 CONCEPTS

R1 CONCEPTS

RACINGLINE

Boosts both the look and performance of your vehicle. When your stock brakes aren't enough, you need a more powerful braking system where all the components work together to help you stop quickly without straining your system. Complete front and rear kits, including emergency brake, are now available. Comes with everything you need to upgrade your braking performance: calipers, pads, rotors, brackets, and stainless steel brake lines!

Specifically designed for only the toughest of vehicles. These pads are the only real pads made specifically for those that tow heavy loads or off-road. These are perfect for larger diameter wheels and tires and/or modified suspensions. These pads are engineered to have high fade resistance while going down hill and also have that cold and hot bite when you need it most.

Not only is each disc close to half the weight of the small factory rotor, the kit is packed with motorsport-inspired features including RacingLine’s forged Stage 3 monoblock calipers and matched ceramic pad compound.

The 380mm rotor construction interweaves discontinuous carbon fibre to form a 3D multidirectional matrix. This gives significant benefits even over traditional carbon-ceramic products.

R1 Forged Series Big Brake Kit for 20172020 Tesla Model 3 $2,100 | R1Concepts.com

R1 Performance Off-Road/Tow Brake Pads $49.99 | R1Concepts.com

Stage 3+ CCM Brakes for MQB Platforms RacingLine.com

STOPTECH

Stainless Steel Brake Line Kits StopTech.com Braided stainless steel lines reduce system compliance and improve brake pedal feel and modulation. StopTech’s stainless steel brake line kits are tough and designed to fit your vehicle directly. Offers a variety of fittings for hundreds of individual applications. Includes all necessary brackets and fasteners for easy installation.

STOPTECH

Trophy Big Brake Kits StopTech.com For ultimate racing and track performance, StopTech offers Trophy Big Brake Kits with naturally anodized lightweight components designed to survive the rigors of racing.

Trophy kits feature fully forged, lightweight STR calipers, 2-piece Aerorotors, braided stainless steel brake lines, mounting brackets, and hardware.

WILWOOD DISC BRAKES

WILWOOD DISC BRAKES

Wilwood's new Jeep JL brake upgrades provide high-capacity braking power for heavy-duty highway, towing, and off-road use. Bolt-on kits are compatible with OE master cylinders, ABS, and electronics. Front kits feature forged aluminum Aerolite 6R six piston calipers with 14inch Spec37 alloy rotors. Rear kits use Superlite 4R calipers with 14-inch GT slotted, or SRP drilled and slotted rotors. Maintains OE parking brake functionality. Stainless flex lines and highgrip SmartPads included.

Wilwood's new RAM 2500/3500 brake upgrades provide high-capacity braking power for heavyduty highway, towing, and off-road use. Bolt-on kits are compatible with OE master cylinders, ABS, electronics, and rear OE parking brake.

Brake kits feature massive forged aluminum Tactical Xtreme TX6R six-piston calipers, high-grip pads, and 16-inch GT directional vane rotors. Stainless flex lines and premium-grade hardware included. Available in 24 colors. Made in the USA.

Jeep JL Big Brake Upgrade Kit for 2018+ models $1,881.59 | Wilwood.com

TX6R Tactical Xtreme Big Brake Kits for 2014-2018 RAM 2500/3500 $2,519.94 | Wilwood.com

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EXHAUSTS BUYER'S GUIDE

BORLA EXHAUST

HOLLEY

The Borla ATAK system is specifically tuned for performance and sound on the Supra’s 3.0L twin-scroll turbocharged inline six engine. The system is designed to be dronefree so you can get the head-turning sound of the ATAK and still enjoy a comfortable cabin during cruise. This cat-back exhaust features a 3.5-inch pipe diameter that splits into dual 3-inch, and comes with 4.5-inch carbon fiber tips to complete the look of the exhaust. It includes polyphonic harmonizer technology, and has a functioning valve that works with the factory actuator to change the exhaust volume.

This Hooker BlackHeart 304 stainless steel cat-back exhaust system will make your 2020 C8 Corvette sound like the supercar it is. The polished high-flow straight through muffler design will not only give your car a deep aggressive rumble, but it will also reduce the weight of the exhaust system by 19 lbs. The muffler also has an internal X-pipe design to act as a balance point between the two cylinders banks, improving performance.

Exhaust Systems for 2020-2021 Toyota Supra Borla.com

Hooker Blackheart Cat-Back Exhaust System for 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Holley.com

AKRAPOVIC

Evolution Race Line Titanium Exhaust for 2019 Nissan GT-R Akrapovic.com This system has been developed to offer Nissan GT-R owners the opportunity to tune their car to its full potential. It is constructed using highgrade lightweight titanium alloys, with individual parts cast in the Akrapovic in-house foundry.

The one-piece construction link pipe has an increased diameter, measuring 101.6 mm (4 inches) for optimized exhaust gas flow.

DC SPORTS

SCS4610 Stainless Steel Exhaust System for 2019-2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 2.0L $799 | DCSports.com Quickly bolt on some serious style and aggressive sound with a DC Sports muffler delete system. Made from mandrel bent T-304 stainless steel our exhaust systems are designed to ensure optimal exhaust flow and maximum performance gains that will last! All kits include necessary hardware and comprehensive instructions for a quick, direct, and painless install.

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INJEN

Bolt on some aggressive sounds, increase performance, and add some much-needed style with our all new DC Sports 3-inch cat-back exhaust system for the 2018-2021 Honda Accord!

Made from high quality, brushed, mandrel bent, 3-inch (76mm) T-304 stainless steel piping, this is the only kit that will allow you to remove that boring OEM exhaust bumper trim and replace it with true 4-inch quad tips. This exhaust system is designed to bolt directly to all your OEM equipment with absolutely no modification needed, so installation is quick and easy.

All of Injen Technology Performance exhaust systems are constructed from mandrel bent stainless steel tubing. Mandrel bending ensures the tubing maintains its shapes and size throughout the entire length, providing smooth, unrestricted airflow. From the investment cast flanges to the custom hangers, all Injen exhaust systems are 100% TIG welded and handcrafted in the USA and include all tubing, mufflers, and hardware necessary for a hassle free installation. Direct fit with dyno proven gains of up to 11 horsepower and 10 ft-lb of torque.

DCS5534 Stainless Steel Exhaust System for 2018-2021 Honda Accord 2.0L / 1.5L $1,430 | DCSports.com

Performance Exhaust System for 20172018 Honda Civic Si 1.5L Turbo $978.59 | injen.com

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MAGNAFLOW

MAGNAFLOW EXHAUST

Configure your 2018-2020 Mustang GT Coupe for the sound you want, when you want it! Magnaflow's premium performance exhaust offering, the xMOD series, provides an unrivaled exhaust experience. The revolutionary xMOD series offers a completely modular exhaust system with all the benefits a Magnaflow premium exhaust is known for: lifetime warrantied stainless-steel construction, dyno-proven performance featuring straight-through mufflers, and fast-flowing mandrel bent pipes.

Magnaflow’s xMOD series configurable exhaust system with No Drone Technology (NDT) is now available for the Subaru WRX. xMOD for the Subaru WRX offers the premium features Magnaflow products are known for: lifetime warrantied multi-metal construction, dyno-proven performance featuring straight-through mufflers and fast-flowing mandrel bent pipes. Specially engineered, interchangeable components equipped with race bred V-band clamps allow you to easily switch from Magnaflow’s aggressive exhaust.

xMOD Series Exhaust for 2018-2020 Mustang GT $3,000 | Magnaflow.com

xMOD Subaru Exhaust $1,199 | Magnaflow.com

MXP

Comp ST Exhaust System for 2000-2009 Honda S2000 MackinXtremeProducts.com A cat-back, bolt-on, full stainless steel exhaust system for the 2000-2009 Honda S2000. Mature low abs sound to reduce drone and comfort while driving. Features adjustable chrome heat-treated tips with rigid supported hangers. Includes all hardware and gasket kits. Backed by a one year warranty.

UNITRONIC

UNITRONIC

MBRP

The Unitronic high-flow performance downpipe for 2.5TFSI EVO (DAZA) engines is a direct bolton upgrade, designed specifically to eliminate unwanted restrictions in the factory unit and increase power with the help of Unitronic Stage 2 Software. It also helps reduce turbo lag and enhance the exhaust note, while utilizing a GESi 5-inch G-Sport Ultra High Output UHO+ 400cpsi catalytic converter which is engineered to meet or exceed emissions standards.

Unitronic is proud to release its cat-back exhaust system for the MK7.5 VW GTI 2.0 TSI MQB. This cat-back exhaust system features 3-inch T304 stainless steel mandrel bent tubing, high density, high temperature glass fiber packed mufflers, polished or black 4-inch slash cut exhaust tips, and high quality v-band fasteners with T316 stainless steel flanges. These attributes combined with extensive R&D testing, help ensure perfect fitment and maximum performance, while maintaining a comfortable and unobtrusive exhaust tone inside the cabin.

MBRP's XP Series is the performance exhaust of choice for the enthusiast who needs a system that can take anything that the road throws at it. This system's rugged sixteen gauge T409 construction can be counted on to withstand everything from salt to rocks, tar to grime. 2.5-inch cat-back, dualexit, T409 with carbon fiber tips.

Downpipe w/ Midpipes for 2.5TFSI EVO Engines $1,999.99 | GetUnitronic.com

Cat-Back Exhaust System for MK7.5 Volkswagen GTI GetUnitronic.com

XP Series Exhaust for 2013-2018 Hyundai Veloster Turbo $827.63 | MBRPAutomotive.com

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BORGWARNER

AirWerks Upgrade Turbocharger for 2011-2016 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost BorgWarnerBoosted.com BorgWarner’s AirWerks turbocharger for the Ford F-150 includes compressor stages and temperature-resistant materials allowing drivers to enjoy exceptional engine performance while also maintaining responsiveness and efficiency.

Boasts a nearly 85 horsepower boost. There are four part numbers available that span the variations of the F-150 truck, including a left and right turbocharger.

BORGWARNER

EFR Series Performance Turbochargers BorgWarnerBoosted.com The EFR series features Gamma Titanium Aluminide (TiAl). The Gamma Ti turbine wheel is over 50% lighter than its inconel counterpart, and can spin in the slightest breeze. A dual ceramic ball bearing cartridge, stainless steel turbine housing, and other integrated highlights create the most advanced aftermarket turbocharger in the world.

GARRETT MOTION

G Series G35 Turbochargers GarrettMotion.com Garrett G Series G35 turbochargers feature the latest innovations in turbocharger technology.

Advanced compressor and turbine aero offer a range of high horsepower performance boosting solutions for 2.0L to 5.5L engines. 62mm and 68mm compressor inducer sizes produce up to 1,050 horsepower. The newly engineered turbine wheel increases flow up to 15%. G35900 and G35-1050 are offered with stainless steel V-band turbine housings.

UNITRONIC

Intercooler for 2.5TFSI EVO / 8V Audi RS3 / 8S Audi TT RS $899.99 | GetUnitronic.com Specifically designed to fit vehicles equipped with 2.5TFSI EA855 EVO engines, this Unitronic intercooler upgrade kit is a direct OEM replacement featuring an over-sized 24 x 10.” x 3.54-inch bar and plate intercooler made from a cast aluminum core and end tanks, proprietary internal fin and louver configuration, and a TIG welded construction. Available with a black or raw finish. Will resist heat-soak and provide efficient cooling in any driving condition.

UNITRONIC

Intercooler Upgrade Kit for B9 Audi S4/S5 3.0TFSI EA839 Engines GetUnitronic.com Unitronic is proud to release its intercooler upgrade for the B9 Audi S4 and S5 equipped with the 3.0 TFSI EA839 engine. This direct OEM replacement bar and plate intercooler provides a dramatic reduction in charge air temperatures to ensure peak performance is achieved and sustained while resisting heat-soak after repeated efforts and in harsh climates and conditions.

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VTA Blow Off Valves $186.99 | GFB.com.au The VTA is a performance blow-off valve solution for Audi, VW, Skoda, Ford, and SEAT vehicles with an electronic factory diverter valve. If you want sound with your performance, GFB’s VTA delivers just that! By combining the proven performance benefits of ground-breaking DV+ valves with atmospheric venting, the VTA delivers an aggressive blow-off sound, improved throttle response and boost recovery, as well as superior boost holding and reliability under extreme psi levels.

GRASSROOTS PERFORMANCE

Universal 19-Row Oil Cooler GrassrootsParts.com Grassroots line of performance oil coolers can be used for a variety of oil types. Coolers help by increasing cooling efficiency and oil capacity.

Classic design and proven engineering, this 2-inch thick, stacked-plate, dual-core cooler allows your fluid to maintain peak performance temperature. Satin Black powder coat finish ensures a long-lasting look with the reliability you can count on. Backed by Grassroots Performance lifetime warranty. Direct-fit oil cooler kits are also available.

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VORTECH SUPERCHARGERS

VORTECH SUPERCHARGERS

Vortech Superchargers offers 350Z/ G35 Tuner Kits that will significantly increase the performance of your ride. Available with either a V-3 SCi-Trim, V-2 Si-Trim or V-2 Ti-Trim handling up to 500-plus horsepower. Features include an integrated air-to-air charge cooler, Maxflow racing bypass valve, and high-flow reusable air filter. As one of the first power adder systems available for the 350Z and G35, Vortech continues with the reliability, boost efficiency and superior engineering designed into each system manufactured in the USA. Available as 50-State emissions-legal complete systems.

Vortech Superchargers offers complete systems to boost your 2013-2016 FR-S/ BRZ/86 to 294 horsepower and 210 lb-ft torque with 9 psi at the factory redline.

Utilizing a V-3 H67B (self-lubricated) supercharger designed specifically for the FA20 boxer engine, the system includes an integrated air-to-air charge cooler, stylized airbox and high-flow air filter housing design retaining the factory cold air ram intake, CNC machined billet mounting bracketry with black anodized finish and all necessary belts, pulleys and hardware. FR-S/ BRZ/86 Systems also come with a calibration upgrade using 91 Octane fuel for both manual and automatic vehicles, a replacement MAP sensor, Ecutek programmer to re-flash the ECU, and is 50-State emissions legal under CARB EO # D-213-35.

Tuner Kits for 2003-2006 Nissan 350Z / Infiniti G35 VortechSuperchargers.com

Supercharger System for 2013-2016 Scion FR-S / Subaru BRZ / Toyota 86 VortechSuperchargers.com

VORTECH SUPERCHARGERS

MISHIMOTO

MISHIMOTO

Vortech Superchargers makes supercharged engine swaps easy with GM LS-Swap Tuner Systems designed to work with either a C5/C6 Corvette or GM truck FEAD along with Cog Drive option. Features include a billet aluminum base mounting bracket and MaxFlow race bypass valve. The LS based Vortech supercharger system can be swapped into most vehicles transforming them for street, track, pro-touring or pro-drifting. With a choice of using a V-3 Si, V-1 Ti, or V-7 YSi available in satin, black or polished finishes.

With a 4.3-inch thick intercooler design optimized for maximum flow, this intercooler can be installed with no modification to the front bumper, and retains stock fog lights. Offers provisions for both US and Euro MAP sensors. Boasts max power gains of 5 horsepower and 7 ft-lbs torque. Drops intercooler outlet temperatures by 34-degrees fahrenheit. Increases core size by 128% and fin surface area by 32%. Backed by Mishimoto’s lifetime warranty.

A heavy-duty bar-and-plate core with cast end tanks to sustain high boost. Core design optimized for optimal flow while providing excellent heat transfer. Boasts gains of up to 6 wheel horsepower and 8 ft-lb of torque.

12-degree fahrenheit temperature decreases with minimal pressure drop. 80% larger core volume over stock, and 37.9% greater internal flow area.

Fits with stock hood-scoop shroud, and includes turbo-to-intercooler O-ring that functions like stock. Back by Mishimoto’s lifetime warranty.

TURBOKITS.COM

TURBOKITS.COM

TURBOKITS.COM

Drop-in, factory form factor, full billet 5-axis CNC ball bearing center sections, porting and machined housings, larger CNC billet compressor wheels, larger high-flow turbine wheel, all assembled and balanced ready for 700+ horsepower. All without having to swap out your current mods. These are made to drop right into the factory turbo location and work with any factory upgrade mods you already have in place!

Constructed of billet aluminum, this 59mm compressor wheel is 5-axis CNC machined and flows an impressive 36+ lbs./min. With whp and wheel torque gains both in the 80-100 range, the power band continues beyond 4500 rpm where gains continue to climb. This turbo spools like stock, creates great power, and pulls all the way to redline! Close attention to the turbo wheel dimensions offers a margin of safety for your motor/transmission.

GM LS-Swap Supercharger Systems VortechSuperchargers.com

Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 Front Mount Intercooler Upgrade $745 | TurboKits.com The quality, fit, and finish of our CLA intercooler upgrade is amazing. When compared to the stock unit, the gains start at a respectable 8 whp and 12 ft-lbs of torque at the tires, but on the second run, the factory intercooler heat soaked so terribly that the increase jumped to 20 whp and 23 ft-lbs, then went as high as 50 whp above 4,500 rpm!

Performance Intercooler for 2013-2018 Ford Focus ST $762.50 | Mishimoto.com

Kia Stinger / Genesis G70 Drop In Billet Ball Bearing Turbo for 2018+ Kia Stinger 3.3TT / 2019+ Genesis G70 3.3TT $4,495 | TurboKits.com

Top-Mount Intercooler for 2008-2014 Subaru WRX $936 | Mishimoto.com

Mercedes-Benz C300 2.0T Drop In Turbo Upgrade $1,295 | TurboKits.com

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DRIVETRAIN BUYER'S GUIDE

ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

Advanced Clutch Technology (ACT) releases a full range of Mod-Twin 225 clutch kits for the Mitsubishi EVO VII, VIII, and IX. ACT’s new Mod-Twin 225 is a performance breakthrough, resulting in an ultra-durable, customer serviceable, long-lasting clutch with extremely high torque capacity - without the tradeoffs often associated with a twin disc clutch. Optional components for the Mod-Twin can be combined in any one of ten configurations. The Mod-Twin has three different clamp loads available, alternate friction plates, and a choice of either a sprung or rigid mono-drive hub.

Advanced Clutch Technology (ACT) releases a full range of Mod-Twin 225 clutch kits for the Mitsubishi EVO X. ACT’s new Mod-Twin 225 is a performance breakthrough, resulting in an ultra-durable, customer serviceable, long-lasting clutch with extremely high torque capacity - without the tradeoffs often associated with a twin disc clutch. Optional components for the Mod-Twin can be combined in any one of ten configurations. The Mod-Twin has three different clamp loads available, alternate friction plates, and a choice of either a sprung or rigid mono-drive hub.

Mod-Twin 225 Clutch Kits for Mitsubishi Evo VII / VIII / IX AdvancedClutch.com

Mod-Twin 225 Clutch Kits for Mitsubishi EVO X AdvancedClutch.com

EXEDY

Stage 2 Cerametallic Clutch Kit for 2017+ Honda Civic Type R $740.16 | ExedyUSA.com This SFI approved clutch kit achieves approximately 40% higher clamp load than OE part, an electro galvanized stamped cover with anti-burst ductile iron pressure plate, and a hardened high clamp load diaphragm for increased durability and power capacity without sacrificing daily drivability. A special designed cover assembly eliminates cover deflection.

Utilizes cerametallic friction material for better heat capacity and durability. Superior disc design incorporates low-inertia, high heat resistance, and excellent burststrength. A sprung center hub reduces impact and shock loads transmitted through the drivetrain.

ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

CENTERFORCE

Advanced Clutch Technology (ACT) releases a full range of Mod-Twin 225 clutch kits for the Subaru WRX STi. ACT’s new Mod-Twin 225 is a performance breakthrough, resulting in an ultra-durable, customer serviceable, long-lasting clutch with extremely high torque capacity - without the tradeoffs often associated with a twin disc clutch. Optional components for the Mod-Twin can be combined in any one of ten configurations. The Mod-Twin has three different clamp loads available, alternate friction plates and a choice of either a sprung or rigid mono-drive hub.

The Centerforce DYAD XDS 8.75-inch twin disc clutch has been developed for vehicles requiring a holding capacity of 400 to 800 ft/lbs of torque at the crank.

The billet pressure plate features a patented centrifugal weight system (where applicable) for superior clamp load over stock. Components are designed, machined, and assembled in the USA. DYAD XDS clutches are match balanced and ready for installation using the included ARP fasteners.

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DYAD XDS 8.75 Clutch and Flywheel Kit for 1996-2006 Mitsubishi Evo $1,944.39 | Centerforce.com

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CENTERFORCE CLUTCHES

SST 10.4 Clutch and Flywheel Kit $1,279.99 | Centerforce.com The SST clutch system has been engineered and developed for vehicles producing 400 to 925 ft/lbs of torque. The SST 10.4-inch discs utilize solid hubs to reduce the rotational weight on the input shaft for quick clean shifts. The system includes a billet steel flywheel, two discs, floater plate, pressure plate, pilot bearing, alignment tool, and ARP pressure plate and flywheel hardware.

The SST clutch system is an economical choice for streetcar enthusiasts.

TRIAD XDS 8.75-Inch Triple Disc Clutch for 6-bolt Crank LS Engines $2,222.17 | Centerforce.com The TRIAD XDS 8.75-inch triple disc clutch has been developed for vehicles requiring a holding capacity of 500 to 1200 ft/lbs of torque at the crank. The billet pressure plate features a patented centrifugal weight system (where applicable) for superior clamp load over stock and a patented ball bearing actuated pressure plate (where applicable) provides light pedal effort. TRIAD XDS clutches are match balanced and ready for installation using the included ARP fasteners.

CLUTCH MASTERS FX850 STRAPPED $1,575 | ClutchMasters.com

Clutch Masters developed the FX850 Strapped out of necessity to bridge the gap between a single disc clutch that is easy to drive on the street and their original FX850 twin disc. Utilizing drive straps to isolate the pressure plate and the mid-plate between the two discs, they are able to virtually eliminate all chatter and allow for a much smoother engagement. Popular in street cars making big power like the EVO, STi, Supra, 370Z, Camaro, VW Golf, Audi A4, Porsche 996, and more.

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CLUTCH MASTERS

Replacement billet steel 2-piece flywheel and FX350 clutch kit for the B9 Audi A4 Quattro will make sure your high powered 2.0L turbo engine will withstand serious abuse, while maintaining a very street friendly pedal feel and grab. Setup is also available with an aluminum clutch as well as different single and twin disc applications for varying power levels.

Although the original Porsche Boxster is over 20 years old now, they are still incredibly fun cars to drive. What makes these naturally aspirated engines respond even better to a driver's throttle inputs is this lightweight billet aluminum flywheel from Clutch Masters. This flywheel upgrade will allow you to nail those rev-matched downshifts while you are out cruising the canyons. Pair the flywheel with one of Clutch Masters single disc clutch kits for a complete upgrade of this now classic car.

02390-HDFF-SK for 2017-2018 Audi A4 Quattro $2,250 | ClutchMasters.com

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FW-920-B-TDA for 2007-2008 Nissan 350Z / 2009+ Nissan 370Z $750 | ClutchMasters.com When you've decided that your VQ35HR or VQ37 needs a major power boost, Clutch Masters has you covered for getting that power from the crank to the ground. The billet aluminum flywheel for the FX850 twin disc clutch kits will make sure that your Z doesn't suffer from clutch slipping issues only traction issues!

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COMPETITION CLUTCH Billet Street Twin Organic $1,795 | CompetitionClutch.com

Introducing the Competition Clutch Billet Street Twin Disc Clutch designed for smooth street drivability and high torque capacity. The Competition Clutch Billet Street Twin Disc clutch is equipped with a strapped mid and pressure plate to eliminate notorious twin disc rattle.

Currently available for FK8 Type R, Skyline RB25/26, and VQHR applications. You may choose between organic or segmented ceramic to suit your needs.

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Tuner Series Aluminum Flywheel for 2016+ Honda Civic 1.5L Turbo $561.25 | McLeodRacing.com Achieve quicker throttle response from your L15B7 with McLeod's lightweight aluminum flywheel. Constructed from 6061-T6 aluminum, this flywheel features a replaceable friction plate, high quality hardware, and a 1045 hardened steel ring gear.

McLeod Racing’s Tuner Series line now offers a throwout bearing for the Nissan 350Z. As the CD009 transmission became a versatile swap in the sport compact market, McLeod engineered the slip on 1400-25 hydraulic throwout bearing to fit that transmission. This bearing will be recommended for drifting, drag racing, and time attack, as well as cruising the streets. It offers quick adjustability and high heat durability. It is rebuildable, and is equipped with the reliability of buying a McLeod Racing product. Every throwout bearing has a 90-day warranty backed by McLeod Racing.

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SB09A-4 Billet Flywheel for 2013+ Mini Cooper S/Cabrio/Clubman/Countryman $609 | SPECClutch.com The SPEC billet flywheel for Mini S and JCW S B48 engines fits the 2013-and-up hardtop and hatch, Cabrio, Clubman, and Countryman models. The 13-pound unit offers a tremendous rate of rev and horsepower gain, infinite rebuild capability, and the highest level of reliability over the OE dual mass flywheel. As with all SPEC billet flywheels, a race bolt kit is included.

K20 Race/Rally 1.5 Way Differential for Honda Civic EP3/FD2/FN2 $1,445 | KaazUSA.com An all new 1.5-way differential design with stronger internals to handle more load and absorb more shock, suitable for race and rally use. With a slightly reduced clutch disc surface, smoother engagement along with reduced stress to transmission gears are realized.

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AIR LIFT PERFORMANCE

Offering easy and convenient air pressure adjustment for any brand of aftermarket load support air spring, the WirelessAir on-board air compressor system from Air Lift is ideal for the elite air spring user. With the new EZ Mount system, the included handheld controller, and the new mobile app, installation and control has never been more simple.

Performance air suspension manufacturer Air Lift Performance has unveiled new front and rear lowering kits for 2020+ BMW G20 and G21 models. Obtain the benefits of air suspension without sacrificing handling performance.

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Performance Series Air Suspension Kit for BMW G20/21 AirLiftPerformance.com

AIR LIFT PERFORMANCE Performance Series Air Suspension for 10th Generation Honda Civic AirLiftPerformance.com Aftermarket air suspension specialist Air Lift Performance has released new lowering kits for 10th generation Honda Civic models. Air Lift Performance kits are created to achieve the maximum drop without sacrificing performance – providing superior handling, sharp steering response, and a comfortable ride, whether on the street, the track, or at a show.

ENERGY SUSPENSION

ENERGY SUSPENSION

Energy Suspension uses polyurethane to construct these front control arm bushings which makes the connection between your 1993-1998 Supra’s frame and control arms much stronger. This will allow you to take corners at speed without having to worry about the alignment of your front wheels shifting and decreasing the hand-sized contact patch which diminishes your traction in the front. Since this connection is much firmer you will notice an increase in noise and vibration, but you will also notice the benefits of solid front wheel alignment in tighter turns and less uneven tire wear.

Energy Suspension manufactures these polyurethane rear control arm bushings to replace the soft original rubber bushings in your 1993-1998 Supra rear control arms, providing more consistent traction from the rear in a turn and balanced rear tire wear. These bushings will keep your rear tire's contact patch firmly connected to the pavement through every suspension movement.

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N1 Ultra Low Coilover Kit w/ Upgraded Triple S Springs for 2008-2020 Subaru WRX/STi $1,244 | ISCSuspension-na.com This kit features custom bottom mounts, shock bodies, and stiffer springs to allow for maximum drop. In fact, the highest setting on these equals the lowest on the standard N1's in the rear. This kit is aimed solely towards the stance/show car. For traditional height adjustment for normal street or track use please select the standard N1 or basic kit. This kit features a monotube damper, 32-way adjustable dampening, and upgraded springs.

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ISC SUSPENSION

ISC’s limited small batch Stealth Series control arms share all the great features of their standard ISC control arms, but offer a more subtle stealth anodized black finish. Made from 6061 aluminum. Stainless top grade hardware included. Offers 5+ degrees of camber adjustment for WRX, STi, Forester, Crosstrek, BRZ, and more.

Designed to allow the end-user to fine-tune their suspension settings, which can be especially beneficial for those with lowered vehicles.These are made using strong and durable materials to provide you with great performance while withstanding demanding conditions such as the elements of track use or daily driving. Features include zinc coated top grade hardware, 7000 series aluminum arms, stainless rod ends, and eccentric lockouts. Fits WRX, STi, Forester, Crosstrek, BRZ, and more.

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ENERGY SUSPENSION

Energy Suspension's bump stops are simple but powerful things. Made of rugged Hyperflex polyurethane, these bump stops are designed to protect your suspension from serious impacts. Hyperflex polyurethane is extremely resistant to both road contaminants and physical wear.

Energy Suspension crafts each of their steering rack bushings out of Hyperflex polyurethane, a material much more durable than OE rubber. With Energy's Hyperflex bushings installed, your steering rack will easily shrug off both physical impacts and road grime.

Subaru Rear Control Arm - Limited Stealth Series Black $475 | ISCSuspension-na.com

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Rack And Pinion Bushing Set for 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 and Toyota 4Runner / FJ Cruiser EnergySuspension.com

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500/510 Series for 2001-2006 Acura RSX (DC5) From $1,599 | Fortune-Auto.com Fortune Auto 500 Series and 510 Series coilovers are now offered for the Acura RSX (DC5) chassis. Features 24-step rebound adjustability and a new inverted shaft design.

Rebuildable and revalveable at the facility in Richmond, VA. At Fortune Auto, they approach the science of suspension with a mentality of customization that has raised the industry’s standards of performance.

FORTUNE AUTO

PRO Caster + Camber Top Plates for Scion FR-S / Subaru BRZ / 2015+ WRX / 2015+ STi $250 | Fortune-Auto.com Fortune Auto PRO top plates offer adjustable camber and add 1 degree fixed adjustment of caster to your vehicle. CNC machined aluminum in house and anodized in the Fortune Auto PRO Motorsports blue finish. The camber is adjustable and can be dialed in to balance cornering grip and tire treadwear. The fixed caster increases straight line tracking, high speed stability, and corner effectiveness.

SILVER’S SUSPENSION NA NEOMAX Coilovers $1,149 | Silvers-NA.com

Silver’s was started back in 1999 by a racer tired of the lack of quality suspension on the market. Since then Silver’s has grown into a global suspension manufacturer focused on top quality performance suspension with a very affordable price. They understand your dollars are hard-earned, so they set out to get you the best performance for your dollar.

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V4 Coilovers for F92 BMW M8/M8 Competition $1,149 | KWSuspensions.com

KW SUSPENSIONS

KW Variant 3 Coilover Suspension for Chevrolet C8 Corvette KWSuspensions.com On undulating asphalt surfaces, the KW suspension maintains perfect harmony and prevents nervous driving behavior. The pitch and roll movements of the chassis and body are noticeably reduced. Thanks to the KW multi-valve damper technology, the independent adjustment of compression (12 clicks), and rebound (16 clicks) settings, the driving dynamics improvement of the new C8 Corvette suspension is stunning. The seamlessly adjustable ride height is configurable between 0-25 millimeters on the front and rear axles.

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The KW Variant 4 coilover suspension for the F92 BMW M8/M8 Competition, with three-way high-performance dampers, combines the demand for a continuously adjustable lowering with increased handling, ride comfort, and driving performance. The damper technology developed by KW automotive, which was also used in the original equipment of the limited production run of the BMW M4 GTS, ensures a significant improvement in cornering stability even at high velocities. The body’s tendency to roll in fast corners is greatly reduced.

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SPC PERFORMANCE

Porsche Performance Suspension Kit for 2005-2011 911 (997), 2005-2016 Boxster (987/981), 2006-2016 Cayman (987/981) From $2,213.95 | SpecProd.com Get the optimum track set-up with SPC’s 6-arm set. This set includes two of each of the 72610 (front/rear adjustable camber arms with a rebuildable ball joint), 72630 (adjustable trailing link) and 72640 (adjustable rear toe link). With aggressive handling and maximum Gs, track vehicles require the best adjustment and extra strength vs the OE arm. These aluminum forged arms give you a complete solution for your track-ready 996/997 or 981/987.

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SPC’s forged aluminum link will provide -2 to +3 degrees of camber adjustment, reduced weight versus the OE arm, and exceed its strength. SPC's adjustable arm features high rate rubber bushings to maintain OE noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), and has a 1.5-inch hexed eccentric insert at the knuckle end of the arm to easily adjust camber without removing the tire. All hardware is included and features hex chromate free finish for rust free long life.

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XTA Plus 3 coilover kits give your car maximum performance for the road. From the factory, the XTA plus 3 coilover kit is equipped with KW dampers that are adjustable in high- and low-speed compression, as well as adjustable rebound damping. Features 24 clicks of adjustment for each, high speed and low speed compression, and 16 clicks of rebound.

Available for select VW Golf VII, Ford Mustang, BMW E36, E46, and E9X models.

EnduraPro and EnduraPro Plus are highperformance OE-shape shock absorbers.

Designed to use with the vehicle's original spring and upper mount, their lower spring seat is shaped identical to the OE shock absorber.

In addition to replacing worn or leaking OE dampers, these products are excellent to improve specs like ride quality or handling without changing your ride height. You can also use them with Tein lowering springs. EnduraPro Plus features 16-level damping force adjustment.

The three existing MAX IV GT series become HIPERMAX S. Nine years have passed since the launch of MAX IV GT, and during that time HKS has developed new technologies. In addition to all three conventional model’s characteristics, the HIPERMAX S series has new features such as dual PVS, improved shape of needle jet and bump stop rubber, and low friction technology.

Also it comes with a three-year warranty due to optimized internal parts and quality improvement.

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Featuring a full twin-tube design with integrated aluminum top mounts, the StreetPlus coilover is an ideal solution for today's budget-minded tuner looking to lower their vehicle and increase handling performance. The independently adjustable lower mount allows fine tuning of a vehicle's height without sacrificing shock travel, resulting in a sporty yet comfortable ride on the street or strip.

Wilwood's new 2.5-inch drop ProSpindles are available for C10/C15 pickup trucks. High-strength, all iron and steel design with steering arm improves handling and offers an aggressive stance without affecting steering geometry.

Radial mount caliper brackets allow for the secure mounting of popular Wilwood Superlite 6R and Aerolite 6R brake kits for 5- or 6-lug wheels. These kits feature forged aluminum hubs and rotor diameters from 12.19 to 14 inches.

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