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START YOUR ENGINES… Ahh, I love the smell of race gas in the morning. PASMAG’s annual Performance special issue is upon us once more, and we’re pulling out all the stops to really put the “Performance” in Performance Auto & Sound Magazine.

With every special issue, you know you can expect a plethora of buyer’s guides to help you pick out the next mods to your vehicle, and this Performance issue intends to help you dial in your lap times and bump up your power numbers with a wide range of product guides. Intakes, exhausts, drivetrain components, suspension parts, engine essentials, forced induction, and performance electronics - you’ll find all of these and more well represented within these pages.

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2006 SUBARU WRX STI

LOCATION: GAITHERSBURG, MD ENGINE: SUBARU EJ257 2.5L TURBOCHARGED H4 HP: 600 WHP CLUB: ELEMENT TUNING / NEMESIS EMS Photography by Amanda Dienhart, Mario Martin, Matt Viramontes, Phil Grabow, Travis Barnes

hilip Grabow has been a Subaru WRX STi loyalist since he was on the waitlist to get one back in 2001. Having already developed an addiction to boost with previous FWD platforms, the massive improvements in traction from the Subaru AWD system was immediately appreciated. After building, racing, and retiring a 2002 Subaru WRX racecar, Grabow and his team moved on to greener pastures in the form of the updated 2006 WRX STi you see here. Eventually, Grabow went on to start Element Tuning, his own tuning company where he has continued to develop, prototype, and fabricate components for his racing campaign. When you’re fighting for the front spot in the Unlimited Class in Global Time Attack, there isn’t much you can get off-the-shelf that will push your build further than it is already. These days, you can find Grabow and Element Tuning’s team battling for, and frequently achieving podium finishes in Global Time Attack’s Unlimited Class.

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Element Tuning (PRO COMP CNC CLOSED DECK 9K RPM ENGINE, CUSTOM CHARGE PIPING, CUSTOM 3L SURGE TANK, HYDRAMIST WATER/METH INJECTION) • Big valve heads • 280 cams • Perrin Performance (GTX35R ROTATED TURBO KIT, FMIC) • 2200cc injectors • BDL fuel rails • Aeromotive (FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, A1000 FUEL PUMP) • Subaru Impreza NA intake manifold • Custom 4-inch intake • Turbosmart (COMP 40 WASTEGATE, E-BOOST) • Nemesis EMS stand-alone ECU EXHAUST Perrin Performance (BIG BORE HEADER, DOWNPIPE) • Element Tuning custom oval side-exit exhaust ENGINE

DRIVETRAIN Clutch Masters 6-puck clutch • Cusco rear differential WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES 18x11 -20 wheels • Hoosier A7 tires - 315/30/18 (F/R) • StopTech ST40 355mm front rotors • Element Tuning custom 350mm rear rotors CHASSIS / SUSPENSION Fortune Auto 510 coilovers • Whiteline (REAR LATERAL LINKS, SWAY BARS) • JIC rear trailing arms EXTERIOR Fulcrum Aeroworks rear spoiler • Element Tuning custom frame-mounted front splitter INTERIOR Autopower 6-point bolt-in roll cage • Sparco (6-POINT HARNESS, EVO 2 SEAT, STEERING WHEEL) • Perrin Performance short shift kit SPONSORS Element Tuning • Nemesis EMS • Perrin Performance • Fortune Auto Suspension

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2012 HONDA CIVIC SI

LOCATION: WATERLOO, ON ENGINE: HONDA K24 2.4L I4 HP: 860 WHP CLUB: VIBRANT PERFORMANCE / PZTUNING Photography by Charles Zhao, Rommel Verveles Estrada

WD cars with as many accolades and track records as Will Au-Yeung’s 2012 Honda Civic Si are hard to come by - a true testament to the workmanship and driver ability found within. For the hardcore Time Attack fans worldwide, Au-Yeung needs no introduction, but if you’re new here, let us fill you in. Between PZ Tuning’s unreal engineering, and AuYeung’s driving, the team has managed numerous highly coveted world records, including the ButtonWillow CW13 overall time attack record, Road Atlanta overall time attack record, NJMP overall time attack record, Ginerman Raceway overall time attack record, and the world’s fastest FF lap on Japan’s Tsukuba Circuit. Of course, these records are just a part of the team’s legacy in Global Time Attack, in which Au-Yeung holds the 2017/2018 Unlimited Pro Class Champion title. The build was loosely inspired by Honda’s own racecar in the Continental Tires Challenge, using the same chassis. Seeing the potential in the platform, as well as the fact there had been some racing development for the chassis already, Au-Yeung and his team set out to build a monster. With nearly 900 whp, a monster is exactly what they’ve created, now boasted as one of the fastest Honda Civics in the entire world.

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ENGINE LA Sleeve K24 block • CP pistons • Brian

Crower (CRANK, RODS, CAMS) • SuperTech valvetrain • Cometic Gasket • King Racing bearings • Motec M130 ECU • Missing ENGINE mods (turbo, rad, etc) EXHAUST Vibrant Performance titanium exhaust DRIVETRAIN Quaife differential • Momentum Motorsports sequential transmission WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES Rays ZE40 wheels • Hoosier A7 tires • StopTech ST40 355mm rotors • Project Mu racing pads CHASSIS / SUSPENSION Fortune Auto 3-way Dreadnought coilovers • Eibach ERS racing springs EXTERIOR APR GT1000 Triple Element spoiler • FIA rain light • Custom (FRONT SPLITTER, SIDE SPLITTERS, FENDERS, DIFFUSER) • Vented hood INTERIOR Sparco (CIRCUIT SEAT, CARBON FIBER STEERING WHEEL, 6-POINT HANS RACING HARNESS) • PERacing Ultimate pedals AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS Kenwood radio communications system SPONSORS Vibrant Performance • Competition Clutch • King Racing Bearings • RunBC • BorgWarner • Motul USA • Sparco USA • Fortune Auto • Radium Engineering • Hoosier Tires • Rays Wheels • Momentum Motorsports • StopTech • PE Racing • Eibach • APR Performance • OnPoint Dyno • LA Sleeve • Project Mu • Turbosmart • Hybrid Racing • Ron David Rads • Cometic Gaskets • FuelSafe • PTP Turbo Blankets • Ignite Fuels • CP Pistons • Niko Signs • VM Injection • Anti Gravity Batteries • Stripping Technologies • Rutherford Logistics • Quantum Valley Investments

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2000 HONDA CIVIC

LOCATION: SCARBOROUGH, ON ENGINE: HONDA B16 1.6L I4 HP: 260 WHP CLUB: TEAM JSPEC Photography by Annie Tong, Ian Rae

ap Li was just a student when he first wanted to dip his feet into the world of lapping. Growing up around Hondas, he had an idea of where to start. He purchased his first B-swapped Honda Civic and never looked back. With no formal building experience, Li prides himself in having learned along the way, giving his car a true “built, not bought” story. Li tells us that there is never truly a finished product when it comes to building a competition car, and it pays off to stay the course and keep improving, both mechanically and as a driver. With the help of his team, as well as some world class sponsors, Li maintains an exciting racing career in the CSCS series every year.

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Konig Free Form front wheels - 15x9.5 • Konig Dial-In rear wheels - 15x9 • Pirelli Trofeo tires - 225/50/15 (F/R) • G Loc (R16 FRONT PADS, R12 REAR PADS) • Integra GSR brake conversion CHASSIS / SUSPENSION K-Tuned Pro Circuit K2 coilovers - 20K springs (F) , 16K springs (R) • Integra Type R sway bars (F/R) EXTERIOR Nine Lives Racing spoiler w/ PCI mount • Trackworx Aero (SIDE SKIRTS, FRONT SPLITTER) INTERIOR Sparco (ERGO SEAT, SEAT BRACKETS, SIDE MOUNTS, 368 STEERING WHEEL, HUB) SPONSORS Jspec Performance • Eneos • Lap Li Real Estate • Noble Performance • K-Tuned • Trackworx Aero Products • Nine Lives Racing • Sparco USA • OnPoint Dyno • Unique Workshop • Konig Wheels USA • Kspec Autobody / TIRES / BRAKES

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1992 EAGLE TALON

LOCATION: NAMPA, ID ENGINE: MITSUBISHI 4G63 2.0L TURBOCHARGED I4 HP: 1,300 (EST.) Photography by Mark Gerolaguin, 1320 Video

ake Montgomery’s love affair with the DSM platform, and specifically the Eagle Talon, began back when he was in little league baseball in his younger years. His coach showed up one day in a brand new 1991 Eagle Talon, complete with AWD and a turbo. After a quick ride around the block, Montgomery was hooked.

By the time he was 18, he had bought his first DSM, a naturally aspirated 1993 Eagle Talon which he would later turbocharge using OEM parts from a turbo model. In 2002, he picked up the 1992 Eagle Talon turbo model you see here. Over the years of ownership, his Talon has gone through countless setups, but all roads have led to this iteration you see before you.

What was once a mid-9-second street car after extensive modification has become a full blown methanol burning 1,300 horsepower weapon. With the help of dedicated and reputable sponsors, Montgomery’s drag racing passion has become a reality, boasting a top ET of 7.78 @ 186 mph in the quarter-mile. Catch him at Import Face-Off blowing away the competition for DSM fans everywhere!

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pistons • GRP 6-bolt aluminum rods • Kelford Cams 288 camshafts • Kiggly Racing

(RACE VERSION VALVE SPRINGS AND RETAINERS, HLA, 12-TOOTH CRANK TRIGGER) • HKS head gasket • JM Fabrications (BILLET INTAKE MANIFOLD, BILLET FUEL RAILS, 4-INCH INTERCOOLER) • Infiniti Q45 throttle body • ARP (HEAD STUDS, MAIN STUDS, HARDWARE) • Ferrea valves • Fuel Injector Clinic 2150cc injectors (8) • Magnafuel Pro Outlaw 10.5 gpm mechanical fuel pump • Tial (Q BOV, DUAL 38MM WASTEGATES) • FCSrace aluminum fuel cell • AEM Trutime cam gears • FFWDconnection fuel pump bracket • Fueltech FT500 ECU • Forced four shift box Custom forward-facing exhaust manifold • 4-inch side-exit exhaust DRIVETRAIN Custom w4a33 automatic transmission • JB Designs (BILLET FORWARD DRUM BASKET, ALUMINUM TRANSMISSION PAN) • Kiggly Racing (BILLET FRONT CLUTCH BASKET, SFI FLEXPLATE) • Liberty straight-cut forward gears • 300m transfer case • Driveshaft Shop (3000GT REAR AXLES, DRIVESHAFT) • Mitsubishi 3000GT rear differential • Precision Industries torque converter WHEELS / TIRES Jegs 5 Star aluminum wheels - 15x8 (F/R) • M&H drag slicks - 26x8.5 (F/R) CHASSIS / SUSPENSION D2 Racing coilovers • Solid subframe bushings • NHRA-certified roll cage EXTERIOR Carbonetics (3-PIECE CARBON FIBER FRONT END, CARBON FIBER HATCHBACK) SPONSORS Kiggly Racing • JB Designs • JM Fabrications • Carbonetics • FFWDconnection • FCSrace • Fuel Injector Clinic • Street2track EXHAUST

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1973 DATSUN 240Z

LOCATION: ABERDEEN, WA ENGINE: TOYOTA 2JZ-GTE 3.0L I6 HP: 1,150 (EST.) CLUB: NIW MOTORING Photography by Roger Pederson, RPM Photography

f it has wheels, there’s a good chance Nathan Kahler is a fan. Growing up around go-karts, motorcycles, and mini-trucks, it was only a matter of time before he found himself infatuated with drag racing and hot rodding. Kahler cut his teeth on drag racing with a 2JZ-swapped Volvo 940, but eventually decided he had to go all-out to pursue his drag racing dreams.

When he finally got the chance to pick up a 1973 Datsun 240Z in town, he knew what he had to do. The Datsun at one point had an LS engine in it, as Kahler was trying to balance street driveability and drag racing prowess in the same build. As he spent more and more time at the track, he realized he would have to give up some street comforts, and eventually went full race car once he broke into 8-second passes. The 2JZ was just the next step in a long line of transformations. These days you can find Kahler slaying the strip at Import Face-Off events, representing for classic Japanese drag racer fans.

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lexander Lichliter’s drifting career started off the same as many drifters - behind the wheel of a Nissan 240sx. As he became more dedicated and involved in competition, he decided to upgrade to a more modern chassis in the form of a 2014 Scion FR-S. The balanced platform had everything Lichliter needed, except ample horsepower. That issue was easily solved with the engine swap - an LM7 5.3L V8 paired with a Magnuson supercharger. With his sights set on Formula Drift PRO2, Lichliter has been honing his skills behind the wheel while making necessary changes to the car every year to keep up with the FD rule book. Him and his team continue to push through the ranks of the Pro-Am feeder series until they make their PRO2 debut, so be sure to catch him bringing it door to door at USDrift events throughout the year.

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LOCATION: ALEXANDRIA, VA ENGINE: 1.5JZ HP: 450 WHP CLUB: TEAM INSANEWAYZ

LOCATION: ST. JAMES, NY ENGINE: TOYOTA 2JZ-GTE VVTI 3.0L I6 HP: 700+ WHP CLUB: POWER RACING LLC

1993 LEXUS SC300

1989 NISSAN 240SX

Photography by Connor Croak, Mark Brooks

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arlos Arrieta had built a couple of project drift cars before graduating to his current competition car, the 1993 Lexus SC300 you see here. Having previously worked on a 1987 Mazda RX-7, as well as a 1987 BMW E30 which his younger brother currently competes in, Arrieta set his sights on a new platform. The SC300 was different from the average drift cars in his local scene, and that made it all the more appealing. When his original 1JZ was blown at Stacked Motorsports Festival last year, he took the winter off-season to construct a badass 1.5JZ engine build complete with a stand-alone management system. Thanks to his team at InsaneWayz Motorsports, as well as some sponsors, his SC300 remains a potent competitor on the USDrift grid, and Arrieta is eyeing a spot in the Formula Drift field.

he 1989 Nissan 240sx you see here was actually Mike Power’s first ever project build. When he was first getting involved in drifting, he was lucky enough to have a close friend of his sell him the fairly clean S13 with an SR20 swap - the perfect platform to get his feet wet and get some seat time. In 2016 he attended his first drift event with Club Loose, and it’s been a never-ending story since then. As Power’s driving abilities improved, the car’s mechanical prowess improved as well. The SR20 was eventually replaced by a 2JZ-GTE VVTI so he could make a reliable 700-plus horsepower, and the car’s exterior was transformed with style in mind. Modifications were always a balance between overall function as well as ease of serviceability in an effort to maximize seat time and minimize time spent fixing the car in the pits. These days you can catch Power getting sideways at USDrift events in the same 240sx that started it all for him.

1.5JZ engine build (2JZ BLOCK, 1JZ HEAD) • BorgWarner S366 single turbo conversion • GReddy intercooler • Radium Engineering fuel rail • Injector Dynamics 1050X injectors • Walbro 350lph E85 fuel pump • Mishimoto radiator • Derale dual fans • Link ECU G4+ management • Chase Bays (ENGINE HARNESS, GROUND KIT) EXHAUST Drift Motion SC300 downpipe • Custom 3-inch exhaust system DRIVETRAIN R154 transmission w/ Marlin Crawler upgrades • Clutch Masters FX500 • Drift Motion (SC300 TRANSMISSION MOUNT, SHORT SHIFTER, BILLET DIFFERENTIAL ADAPTER, CUSTOM ONEPIECE DRIVESHAFT) WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES Cosmis Racing S5R front wheels - 17x9 • Cosmis Racing XT-005r rear wheels - 18x10.5 • Valino Pergea 08RS front tires - 235/40/17 • Valino Pergea 08R rear tires - 255/35/18 • Lexus LS400 4-piston front calipers • Dual rear brake calipers • Power Stop (BRAKE PADS, ROTORS) • Chase Bays (HANDBRAKE, BRAKE BOOSTER ELIMINATION KIT) CHASSIS / SUSPENSION Custom 8-point roll cage • Megan Racing (COILOVERS, REAR LOWER CONTROL ARMS) • Wisefab front angle kit • Battle Version (REAR UPPER CONTROL ARMS, REAR TOE ARMS, REAR TRACTION ARMS) EXTERIOR Duraflex widebody kit INTERIOR Grip Royal steering wheel • DND Performance (HUB, QUICK-RELEASE) • Sparco (SEATS, 6-POINT HARNESSES) SPONSORS InsaneWayz Motorsports • Valino Tires USA • Cosmis Racing USA • Clutch Masters Inc • Mishimoto • Chase Bays • Battle Version • Megan Racing

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Michael Laurent was stationed in Japan for three years, which is where he originally fell in love with the JZX100 platforms like the Mark2 and Chaser. When he came back to America, a Toyota Cressida was the closest thing he could get to those JDM platforms, so he decided to build one for himself. Inspired by hard

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driving and Japanese styling, modification to the Cressida often took some outof-the-box thinking because of the slim aftermarket. A combination of custom fabrication, JZX chassis parts, and some cross-referenced parts that seem to work has led Laurent to build his perfect show and track car all in one.

 ENGINE: Toyota 1JZ-GTE VVTI engine swap + Garrett GTX3076r turbocharger + CX Racing “thick” top-mount manifold + Xcessive engine mounts + Mishimoto radiator + MissileWorks LLC custom triple-pass radiator modification  EXHAUST: MissileWorks LLC (custom 4-inch to 3-inch downpipe, custom 3-inch V-band straight-pipe exhaust)  DRIVETRAIN: R154 transmission + ACT 6-puck unsprung HD clutch kit + Xcessive one-piece steel driveshaft + Toyota Supra Mk3 LSD + Weird stage 2 differential shim kit  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Rays Gram Lights 57DR wheels - 18x9.5 +12 (f/r) + Hawk street pads  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: MissileWorks LLC (6-point roll cage, star gussets, reinforced subframe, front wheel wells, modded knuckles, custom tension rods, custom rear subframe bushings, rear arms and knuckle bushings) + Stance SSD coilovers (12k/10k spring rates) + Xcessive (front LCAs, extended tie rod ends) + Serial 9 (rear tension rods, rear LCAs, rear toe arms)  EXTERIOR: Custom paint by B-rods Auto Body + BN Sports JZX100 Chaser hood + JZX100 Mark 2 (headlights, corner lights) + Joe’s Aero planet scraper body kit + 326 Power rear spoiler  INTERIOR: Dyed black interior + Flocked dash + Gauges (oil pressure, oil temp, boost, water temp, EGT) + Bride Zeta III driver seat + Memory Fab passenger seat + NRG Innovations (steering wheel, quick-release)

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Formula Drift fans may recognize the name Dustin Miles, or at least recognize his 1JZ-swapped 1990 Nissan 240sx. Miles was hooked after attending his first drift event as a spectator, and immediately found himself looking for a build of his own. When he first picked up his 240sx, he had done any serious work on

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a car. Today, Miles has rebuilt his car from the ground up! Originally intending to build the car for ProAm drift events with an SR20 power plant, the decision was eventually made to swap in a 1JZ-GTE in the name of reliability as it climbed to higher power numbers when he got his Pro2 license.

 ENGINE: Toyota 1JZ-GTE engine swap + 288 camshafts + Valve springs and retainers + MoTeC M130 + Injector Dynamics 2000cc injectors + Arias pistons + Tomei rods + C&R radiator  EXHAUST: K1built 4-inch oval exhaust  DRIVETRAIN: Samsonas 5-speed sequential transmission  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Rays Gram Lights 57CR wheels + Achilles 123S tires + Part Shop Max Z32 brake conversion  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: GKTech V4 angle kit + Part Shop Max rear suspension arms + Stance XR3 coilovers  EXTERIOR: Origin Lab (Attack Line aero kit, Type 4 front fenders, Type 2 hood, Type 3 overfenders) + Underglow  INTERIOR: Bridgemoto (seats, safety equipment)  AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Racing Radios  SPONSORS: Rays + Achilles Radial + Anx Electric Co + Garage Moon power + EMS Solutions + K1built + Global Tires + Motul USA + Stance Suspension + Origin Lab USA

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INTAKES BUYER'S GUIDE

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21-832C Intake for 2017 Honda Civic Type R 2.0L $514.99 | AEMIntakes.com

21-844C Air Intake for 2018 Ford Mustang GT $519.99 | AEMIntakes.com

21-849DS Air Intake for 2018-2019 Kia Stinger GT 3.3L $386.99 | AEMIntakes.com

The 21-832C is designed, tuned, and dyno-tested for the Honda Civic Type R. This cold air intake features a mandrel-bent aluminum tube, custom shaped steel heat shield and AEM Dryflow air filter. Provides estimated gains of 17.1 horsepower and 13.7 lb-ft of torque. This product is backed by AEM's lifetime limited warranty.

Get more power out of the 2018 Ford Mustang GT with AEM’s 21-844C. This cold air intake features a mandrel-bent aluminum tube, custom heat shield and Dryflow AEM air filter. Provides estimated gains of 20.3 horsepower and 32.6 lb-ft of torque.

Backed by AEM's lifetime limited warranty.

Get more power out of your KIA Stinger GT with this dual cold air intake system from AEM Induction Systems. Oversized Dryflow filters draw the air in but keep the dirt out, while the rotomolded tubing reduces temperatures to deliver cooler air to your engine.

Estimated gains of 17.6 horsepower and 23.8 lb-ft of torque.

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Magnum Force Stage 2 Cold Air Intake System w/ Pro 5R Filter Media for 2018-2019 Ford Mustang GT $358.75 | aFePower.com This intake system's race-inspired design flaunts an aggressive, oversized air filter and tube, delivering more cool air to your powerhungry engine. Boasts dyno-proven gains up to 14 horsepower and 11 lb-ft of torque, and outflows the factory intake by 43%. Openelement design allows for viewing of the massive air filter, yet seals when the hood is closed to keep out hot air. Features a washable and reusable Pro 5R air filter for maximum performance.

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Momentum GT Cold Air Intake System w/ Pro 5R Filter for 2016-2019 Audi A4 2.0L $461.25 | aFePower.com

Cold Air Intake System for Volkswagen Mk7 Golf GTI/R and Audi A3/S3 $349.99 | AgencyPower.com

aFe Power Momentum’s innovative filter-to-housing interface was built to feature the largest air filter possible. This 6-inch tall 360-degree radial flow air filter features a 4.5-inch flange and a pre-oiled Pro 5R media with five layers of progressively finer cotton gauze media for maximum performance. Boasts dyno-proven gains up to 6 horsepower and 7 lb-ft of torque, and outflows the factory intake by 11%.

Although most vehicles on the Volkswagen MQB platform offer a great driving experience, they’re not perfect. More specifically, some of the vehicles on the MQB platform which use the 1.8/2.0 TSFI engine can feel lacking in power. One of the easiest ways to uncover hidden performance is with a cold air intake. Boasts 15 horsepower and 16 lb-ft gains and improved throttle response.

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Turbocharger Inlet System w/ Upgraded Intake Filter for 2015+ Audi RS3 / TTRS GoAPR.com

CAI4505 - Cold Air Intake System for 2013-2018 Hyundai Veloster Turbo $278 | DCSports.com

CAI7075 Cold Air Intake System for 2016-2018 Toyota Corolla iM 1.8L/2016-2017 Scion iM $308 | DCSports.com

The APR Turbocharger Inlet System outflows the factory components by up to 45%, and jumps to 60% when adding the upgraded APR intake filter. APR’s massive 9-inch long cotton filter with frontal opening connects to a 6-inch carbon fiber inlet tube that gradually necks down to the 4-inch back tube. You will hear every ounce of the 5-cylinder turbocharger system’s massive demand for airflow, and you’ll do so at a 60% CFM improvement over stock!

DC Sports intake tubes feature lightweight aluminum alloy construction with a silver powder coated finish that is corrosion resistant. Designed to improve throttle response and increases horsepower and torque. These cold air systems relocate the air filter outside the engine compartment for cooler air ingestion, providing lower air intake temperatures to the engine.

DC Sports intake tubes feature lightweight aluminum alloy construction with a silver powder coated finish that is corrosion resistant. Designed to improve throttle response and increases horsepower and torque. These cold air systems relocate the air filter outside the engine compartment for cooler air ingestion, providing lower air intake temperatures to the engine.

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Airinx Air Filter AY-S $80 | GReddy.com The AY-SB and AY-MB Airinx air filters are made with a special dry element and then placed between dual chrome ABS spiral cages.

A special double-ply element uses two layers of 3-dimensional urethane foam with different textures to increase filtration and maximize intake airflow. The outer ply has a large opening while the inner rough layer is made up of a fine foam. The outer cage is a spiraled straight-fin design which helps promote air intake.

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827 Series Cold Air Intake for 2018-2019 Kia Stinger 3.3L V6 Twin Turbo $489.99 | HPSPerformanceProducts.com

827 Series Short Ram Air Intake for 2012-2019 Subaru BRZ $270 | HPSPerformanceProducts.com

Dyno proven performance gains of 21.4 wheel horsepower and 20.6 lb-ft of torque, and improved throttle response. Fine-tuned

by HPS Performance to deliver the maximum performance output through the top end power band. Features signature race proven reinforced silicone hoses and industrial grade 100% stainless steel T-bolt clamps. Easy bolt-on installation with no modification required.

Delivers dyno-proven performance gains of 6.3 wheel horsepower and 4.8 lb-ft of torque, and improved throttle response. Fine-tuned by HPS Performance to deliver the maximum performance output through the top end power band.

Features HPS Performance signature race proven reinforced silicone hoses and industrial grade 100% stainless steel T-bolt clamps. Direct bolt-on installation without modification.

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Evolution Cold Air Intake System for 2018-2019 Ford Mustang GT $349.95 | Injen.com

SP Cold Air Intake System for 2017-2018 Honda Civic Si 1.5L Turbo $305.96 | Injen.com

Performance Air Intake for 2017+ Honda Civic Type R $454.50 | Mishimoto.com

The EVO9202 was precisely tuned and tested on an in-house dyno to replicate stock fueling while increasing horsepower and torque. The EVO9202 system features a patent-pending twist-lock system that eases the installation process and securely mounts a massive SuperNano-Web dry air filter. Dyno-proven gains of up to 26 horsepower and 23 lb-ft of torque. Designed to work with stock calibration.

Is your engine choking for air and in need of some additional horsepower? If so, Injen has exciting news for you! The SP series of cold air intakes from Injen Technology will allow your engine to breathe deeper and enhance the performance that you’ve been craving. The SP series of cold air intakes is Injen’s flagship system in their lines of traditional aluminum cold air intake systems.

This intake is a direct fit for the 2017-and-up Honda Civic Type R, providing maximum gains of 16.7 wheel horsepower and 20.1 lb-ft torque while maintaining safe air/fuel ratios. Outflows the stock intake system by 42%. Silicone elbow eliminates restrictions and improves airflow capacity. Precision-adjusted CNC aluminum MAF housing allows for better flow.

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Performance Air Intake for 2016-2019 Ford Fiesta ST $390 | Mishimoto.com

Cold Air Intake for 2017-2019 Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 $315 | Perrin.com

Cold Air Intake System for Volkswagen Jetta 1.4 TSI EA211 $349.99 | GetUnitronic.com

This air intake is a direct fit for the 2016-2019 Ford Fiesta ST, providing dyno-proven maximum gains of up to 6 wheel horsepower and 10 lb-ft of torque. Designed to work with the stock tune with no additional tuning required. The air filter is placed to receive maximum air flow from the front of the vehicle.

Add horsepower and style under your hood with a Perrin Subaru BRZ or Toyota 86 cold air intake. The Perrin BRZ/86 intake has been designed with proper MAF alignment and tubing size to maintain proper air fuel ratios, eliminating engine bogging and preventing check engine lights that plague competitive systems.

Unitronic’s cold air intake system for the 1.4 TSI EA211 engine is a direct bolt-on performance upgrade that is engineered to optimize airflow to the turbo, providing your engine a boost in performance and an increase in throttle response, while also providing a more aggressive sound from the turbocharger, with a seamless integration into the engine bay to give that clean OEM-plus look.

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A decade ago, Sasha Anis was at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park (AKA Mosport) in Bowmanville, Ontario, watching and listening to the 2008 GT2 cars wail as they entered turn two on the track, pushing the limits of what was possible in motorsport at the time. From that moment, he was completely hooked, and dreamed of building something similar and driving it to its limit.

ast forward to the modern day, and Anis is the founder of OnPoint Dyno, a mobile dyno tuning and race service shop that specializes in producing reliable and powerful vehicles, including many of their own project builds. Over the years, Anis and his team have built numerous competition winning vehicles, including their own Canadian Touring Car 240sx, a top DMCC 240sx, and three Hyundai Genesis coupes that would win the CTCC in 2012. Impressive as those builds are, none compare to his pride and joy - “Kels,” the 2003 Nissan 350Z

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you see here. What originally started as an effort to build an endurance racing car slowly shifted into building the fastest possible GT car, built within the confines of GT car rules. This meant no insane aero, and the car had to run for more than five minutes at a time.

With those parameters in mind, as well as a love for engine noises, the decision was made to keep the car naturally aspirated. Of course, that came with its fair share of challenges.

“Getting enough power was a constant struggle,” says Anis. “We hit a wall at around 330 whp in 2010 for a couple of years, and then after adding ITBs we moved up to 370 whp. Even after switching to the VQ35HR, and doing

a lot of development work, we were stuck around 400 whp.”

The answer to the team’s struggles came courtesy of a partnership with Jim Wolf Technology. When their 400 whp engine build threw a rod, they took a year off to build the dream VQ with JWT. A stroker engine with ported heads, custom pistons, big headers, large ITBs, and a ton of other advanced parts would end up making 537 whp with zero mechanical issues, becoming the centerpiece for the car.

On September 17 of 2019, Anis and his team achieved what people said was impossible 10 years ago; they recorded a 1:18.1 lap time at Mosport - a time on par with GT2 cars of the

mid-to-late 2000s, and faster than any production car lap of the same track, which was a goal of Anis’ since the beginning of the journey. Today, Anis considers this his greatest achievement, and we would be hard pressed to claim differently. Utilizing trusted components throughout the build, and partnering with brands he knew he could rely on, OnPoint Dyno now holds numerous Time Attack lap records.

With semi-secret plans for a hybrid system coming next year, this machine is only getting more impressive. A hearty congratulations goes out to Anis and his team at OnPoint Dyno. We can’t wait to see what they’re cooking up next!

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ESSENTIALS 2003 Nissan 350Z

BUILT BY › OnPoint Dyno / Jim Wolf Technology LOCATION › Toronto, ON ENGINE › Nissan VQ35HR 3.5L V6 HORSEPOWER › 537 whp SOCIAL MEDIA @onpointdyno onpointdyno ENGINE

Jim Wolf Technology (4.2L stroker engine build, prototype camshafts, oversize intake buckets) + JE 96mm bore pistons + Carrillo rods + Bryant 96mm stroke crankshaft + Dailey dry-sump + C&R (radiator, oil cooler) + OnPoint Dyno individual throttle bodies w/ 57mm Jenvey throttles + MoTeC M150 ECU + Engine set back 4-inches and down 2.5-inches from factory location + Custom (fuel cell, motorsport fuel system) + Injector Dynamics injectors EXHAUST

Custom 2-inch to 2.125-inch long tube headers + Vibrant Performance titanium exhaust DRIVETRAIN

Quaife sequential gearbox + Tilton carbon clutch + Nismo GT-Pro LSD WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

Volk Racing ZE40 wheels - 18x12 -2 (f/r) + Pirelli slicks - 325/660/18 (f/r) + StopTech (ST-40 front brake kit w/ 332mm front rotors, aero rear rotors) + Project Mu brake pads CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

Koni 4-way adjustable dampers + Eibach springs + Unitech Racing/OnPoint Dyno custom roll cage + SPL (suspension links, spherical bushings) EXTERIOR

Custom (front splitter, diffuser, carbon fiber flat floor) + Carbon fiber (doors, hood, rear hatch) + Lexan rear window + DJ Engineering dual plane rear wing + Rocket Bunny front fenders + Widebody rear overfenders + AJ Hartman (hood vent, diveplanes) INTERIOR

MoTeC (C187 Datalogger, PDM15 power distribution) + System-25 motorsport wiring harness + Custom billet aluminum sequential shifter + Tilton 800-series pedal box + Bosch motorsport ABS + Recaro ProRacer HANS seat SPONSORS

Jim Wolf Technology, MoTeC, Vibrant Performance, Phi-Power, C17 Media, SPL Parts, Tilton Engineering, Volk Racing Wheels, Injector Dynamics, DJ Engineering, King Engine Bearings

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The horsepower wars have been raging for decades, and at the forefront of that war is Gideon Chamdi, a man who needs no introduction for the drag racing enthusiasts in our audience. For those unaware, Chamdi (AKA Gidi) has been racing a 2013 Nissan GT-R for several years, with power levels steadily climbing as he chases, and smashes, world records.

Interestingly, he wasn’t always into cars. It was around 2013 when cars took over his life. A few years prior, he stumbled on a car magazine during some travel around Asia. As he became more and more interested, Gidi became hyper-focused on the competitive side of motorsports.

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As the GT-R evolved through the iterations getting faster and faster, power levels increased in increments of at least 200 whp each time. What started as 700 whp became 900, 900 became 1,200, and so on and so forth until he reached the 3,000-plus horsepower monster you see before

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you. Somewhere along the way, Gidi’s allegiances switched from AMS builds to Extreme Turbo Systems as his goals surpassed the AMS team’s capabilities and he wanted to push further for world records.

Having piloted the first GT-R in the world to be in the 6-second pass club was definitely a career achievement for Gidi, but he says he isn’t done yet.

Since taking on the partnership with ETS, Gidi and the team's GT-R has achieved first place at the GT-R World Cup in the Unlimited Class, and similar first place honors at TX2K19. With their names atop the GT-R high power and high-speed totem poles, Gidi and the team intend to fight for the top spot for as long as possible, improving the car with every pass.

ENGINE › Nissan VR38DETT 3.8L Twin-Turbocharged V6 HORSEPOWER › 3,000+ whp CLUB › Extreme Turbo Systems SOCIAL MEDIA @gidi28 DiamondsByWireRacing ENGINE

ETS (Built 4.3L engine head, 4.3L stroker kit, CNC 5-axis ported head, custom spec Mahle pistons, front-facing drag turbo kit, water/ air intercooler, titanium intercooler piping, 18x injector fuel rail) + Crest CNC billet block + Ferrea valvetrain + Precision Turbo 8685 turbochargers + Boost Logic intake manifold + Injector Dynamics ID2000 fuel injectors (18) + Syvecs (engine management system, BR Calibration TCM tune) EXHAUST

ETS titanium side-exit exhaust DRIVETRAIN

ShepTrans stage 6 transmission + Dodson (Promax clutch, extreme gear set) + Wavetrac rear differential + Driveshaft Shop (rear axles, driveshaft) WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

ETS drag wheel package - 15-inch + ETS Carbon/Carbon brake kit (f/r) CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

ETS drag suspension package EXTERIOR

ETS (lightweight undertray, aero package) + Custom 3M vinyl wrap + Vinyl graphics by MotoGFX INTERIOR

Redline Racecars 25.3 spec roll cage SPONSORS

Extreme Turbo Systems + Precision Turbo + Ferrea Valvetrain + Crest CNC + Shep Transmission + Dodson Motorsports + Mahle Pistons

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EXHAUST BUYER'S GUIDE

AKRAPOVIC

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APR

Evolution Race Line Titanium Exhaust for 2019 Nissan GT-R Akrapovic.com

Slip-On Line Titanium Exhaust for Toyota Supra A90 Akrapovic.com

Cat-Back Exhaust Systems for Mk7/Mk7.5 Volkswagen Golf R $1,399.99 | GoAPR.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 high-grade 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.

This ECE type approved system is constructed entirely from highgrade titanium and features an exhaust valve with a housing cast in Akrapovic’s in-house foundry. The single muffler arrangement has a unique set of titanium tailpipes, utilizing a design not previously seen on an aftermarket exhaust. Fully adapted to the lines of the car, the outer side of the tailpipe has been coated for increased durability, while the inner surface has a bluish-purple natural titanium colour achieved by annealing, plus a stylish and sporty imprint design to give the system a very special and exclusive finish.

The APR cat-back exhaust system personalizes your vehicle’s looks, sound and performance. Beautifully hand-crafted T304stainless-steel components adorn the system with stunning TIG-welding throughout. Straight-through brushed-finish mufflers smooth the exhaust note to a deep growl without adding restrictions, while a Helmholtz resonator reduces unwanted frequencies. Strong high-quality bracketry and OEM-style clamps hold the system steadily in place, making the install or removal a snap.

APR

Cat-Back Exhaust Systems for Mk7/Mk7.5 Volkswagen Golf R $1,399.99 | GoAPR.com The APR cat-back exhaust system personalizes your vehicle’s looks, sound and performance. Beautifully hand-crafted T304stainless-steel components adorn the system with stunning TIG-welding throughout. Straight-through brushed-finish mufflers smooth the exhaust note to a deep growl without adding restrictions, while a Helmholtz resonator reduces unwanted frequencies. Strong high-quality bracketry and OEM-style clamps hold the system steadily in place, making the install or removal a snap.

BORLA

ARK PERFORMANCE

GRiP Exhaust for 2018+ Kia Stinger 3.3T $2,199 | ARKPerformance.com The best materials were hand picked for ideal performance and enhanced strength. The harmony of the signature ARK Performance mufflers with Helmholtz technology provides all the best sounds while leaving out the drone. Beautifully crafted mandrel bends and X-pipe provide a true and even flow that is hard to match anywhere else.

GREDDY

ARMYTRIX

Valvetronic Exhaust System for 2017+ BMW F90 M5 Armytrix.com As an Armytrix fan, customer, or potential customer, you have likely heard of Valvetronic. It's one of the prominent selling features of Armytrix exhaust systems, and has shifted the entire exhaust industry towards adopting similar technology in all exhaust systems. The whole point of the Valvetronic system is to give you an option for how loud you want your car to be.

INVIDIA

Cat-Back S-Type Exhaust for 2018-2019 Volkswagen GTI Mk7.5 $936.99 | Borla.com

Full 3-inch Forward Mid-pipe + Front Overpipe Upgrade for Honda Civic Type R (FK8) $440 | GReddy.com

Full Titanium Cat-Back Exhaust for 2015+ Subaru WRX/STi $1,995 | Invidia-USA.com

This 3-inch exhaust system is designed specifically for the Mk7.5 Volkswagen GTI. Features patented straight-through and multi-core technology designed to unleash hidden horsepower.

Increased exhaust velocity adds power, driving excitement, fuel economy, and the distinctive Borla “Sound of Power” respected by motoring enthusiasts everywhere.

To further improve the flow and performance of your GReddy cat-back exhaust for the FK8 Civic Type R, they have released this optional full 3-inch, non-tapered forward mid-pipe that will replace the original Supreme SP forward midpipe.

This titanium cat-back exhaust for the 2015-and-up Subaru WRX/ STi features a single outlet with a 101mm diameter exhaust tip.

Provides increased exhaust flow and an aggressive rumble that Subaru drivers know and love. For off-road use only.

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Exhaust for 2017+ Honda Civic Type R (FK8) $1,799.99 | K-Tuned.com This K-Tuned 3-inch exhaust is made entirely of 304 stainless steel. It is available in 3-inch flange for aftermarket 3-inch downpipes like K-Tuned, or stock flange for OEM downpipe. It features three real mufflers and tips. The exhaust transitions from 3 inches to 2.5 inches after the split to create pressure and push exhaust out the side mufflers and reduce noise. All mufflers are straight through design, reducing back-pressure for maximum power. Comes with new rubber hangers.

MAGNAFLOW

Competition Series CatBack Performance Exhaust System for 2019 Kia Stinger $1,490 | MagnaFlow.com A stainless steel cat-back exhaust system with quad rear exits. Features a main tube diameter of 2.5 inches and an aggressive exhaust note. The Competition Series is designed for customers seeking maximum performance, reduced mass and an aggressive exhaust note that demands attention. Note that these systems may not comply with all local or federal noise requirements.

MXP

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4-1 Equal Length Exhaust Header for 2013+ Scion FR-S/ Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ MackinXtremeProducts.com A bolt-on full stainless steel header with over-pipe. Features thick flanges with 90-degree O2 sensor bung. Includes an additional O2 bung which can be used for tuning. Hardware and gasket kits included. Backed by a one year warranty.

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Comp RS Cat-Back Exhaust System for 2013+ Scion FR-S/ Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ $53 MackinXtremeProducts.com A cat-back, bolt-on, full stainless steel exhaust system for the 2013+ Scion FR-S, Toyota 86, and Subaru BRZ. Features a lightweight simple straight-through muffler to increase better flow, and adjustable chrome heat-treated tips with rigid supported hangers. Includes all hardware and gasket kits. Backed by a one year warranty.

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Comp RS Exhaust System for 2015+ Subaru WRX/STI MackinXtremeProducts.com A cat-back, bolt-on, full stainless steel exhaust system specially made for 2015 and up Subaru WRX/STi models. Features adjustable chrome heat-treated tips with rigid supported hangers. Includes all hardware and gasket kits. Backed by a one year warranty.

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

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Ti Single Muffler + Bumper Cover for Toyota 86/Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ $1,090 | TomeiUSA.com A single-exit exhaust layout for the ultimate experience with an all new rear bumper cover. Ultra lightweight high performance system made of titanium in a race spec design. Available in three configurations: Type-80, Type-60R, and Type-60S.

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3-Inch Downpipes for 1.8/2.0 TSI Gen3 MQB (FWD/AWD) From $799.99 GetUnitronic.com Constructed of 3-inch T304 stainless steel mandrel bent tubing, T316 stainless steel flanges, a corrugated stainless steel flex section, and TIG welded fabrication, this downpipe is built to withstand the test of time while performing to the max. All Unitronic downpipes come equipped with a 200-cell high flow metallic catalytic converter, and all transitions are flow-matched to allow for maximum performance and airflow. Fits MK7/MK7.5 Golf/Golf R/GTI/Alltrack/SportWagen and Audi 8V A3/S3, 8S TT/TTS.

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+ High temperature brake fluid. + Racing brake pads. + Heat-dissipating rotors.

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+ Stiffer spring rates. With increased grip, higher spring rates will help control body roll. + Rigid chassis upgrades such as sway bars and strut braces. This helps with suspension tuning, as you want movement to come from tunable suspension - not the chassis itself.

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+ Power delivery focused on acceleration rather than top speed. + Constant full throttle can require a higher capacity cooling system. Additions such as a larger radiator, or external oil coolers will help manage temperatures.

EXTERIOR/AERO

+ Canards, splitters, diffusers, and spoilers for added downforce will help shave precious seconds off lap times.

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With high horsepower and lots of grip, wheel/tire combos without beadlocks or wheel screws can actually spin loose from each other. + Drag slicks on drive wheels. + Thin tires on non-drive wheels.

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+ Bucket seats to keep the driver in place. + Safety equipment such as roll cages and fire extinguishers.

SUSPENSION/CHASSIS

+ Lower is better, but make sure there is enough suspension travel before the bump stops. + Stiffened front end to reduce roll and help control.

Softer rear to maintain grip while sideways. + Front negative camber for transitioning full-lock turns.

This helps keep the front tires flat - as well as helping braking performance - while counter-steering.

EXTERIOR/AERO + Style is paramount in drifting, so body kits and style upgrades are encouraged.

BRAKES

+ Stock brakes will work, but it’s wise to upgrade as you get faster. + Optional hydraulic hand-brake to lock up rear wheels instantly on demand.

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SUSPENSION BUYER'S GUIDE

AIR LIFT PERFORMANCE

Performance Series Kits for 2010-2019 Chevrolet Camaro AirLiftPerformance.com Up front, a pair of double-bellow progressive rate air springs, paired with monotube, threaded-body shocks, and topped off with adjustable camber plates. Drops ride height down 105mm (4.1 inches) and allows for up to 3-degrees of negative camber. In the rear, more of the same offering at least 106mm (4.2 inches) of drop from stock height without sacrificing performance or steering response.

AIR LIFT PERFORMANCE

Performance Series Kits for 2012-2019 Subaru BRZ AirLiftPerformance.com Up front, a pair of double-bellow air springs, paired with monotube, threaded-body shocks, and topped with adjustable camber plates. Drops ride height down 108mm (4.25 inches).

In the rear, monotube, threaded-body shocks, paired with sleeve-style air springs for the most comfortable ride possible and superior handling, all while dropping the rear axle down 130mm (5.1 inches).

BLACKWORKS RACING

SS Full Coilovers for 2006-2011 Honda Civic $1,050 | BlackworksPerformance.3DCartStores.com The new BWR SS coilovers feature a wide range of height adjustments without changing the spring compression and sacrificing the shock stroke. The bottom shock fork/connector is threaded to allow height adjustments to each driver’s needs without having to shorten the suspension travel by maintaining the original spring perch location.

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Performance Series Kits for 2008-2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class/2012-2015 C-Class Coupe/2008-2015 C63 AMG AirLiftPerformance.com Up front, a pair of double-bellow air springs, paired with monotube, threaded-body shocks, and topped with adjustable camber plates. Drops ride height down 95mm (3.7 inches). In the rear, either adjustable monotube shocks or air springs with no additional adjustability, each providing a drop of 128mm (5 inches). With 30 levels of damping adjustability, you can perfectly tailor the system to your unique performance needs, whether it be the street, track, or a show.

ARK PERFORMANCE

AIR LIFT PERFORMANCE

Performance Series Kits for 2008-2017 Nissan GT-R AirLiftPerformance.com Up front, a pair of double-bellow air springs, paired with monotube, threaded-body shocks. Featuring 2-way, 30-level damping adjustment utilizing unique piggyback-style nitrogen canisters, it drops front ride height down 106mm (4.2 inches).

In the rear, a similar setup with 30-levels of damping and piggyback-style nitrogen canisters, giving the rear a possible drop of 116mm (4.6 inches) from stock height - all without sacrificing performance or steering response.

BC RACING

DT-P Coilovers for 2018+ Kia Stinger $2,199 | ARKPerformance.com

DS Series $1,300 | BCRacing-na.com

Designed to react and operate quickly, monotube shock design of ARK Performance’s DT-P coilovers provides immediate feedback response. With 16 levels of dampening adjustment, you can fine tune these coilovers to fit your driving style. Pillow ball mounts allow for a precise road feel and the ability to fine tune camber adjustments.

BC Racing’s new proprietary digressive piston design offers increased damping force at low piston velocities while maintaining a linear damper feel at higher piston velocities. One of the greatest advantages of increased low-speed damping force relates to what the driver feels, such as roll, pitch, dive, and quick weight transitions on technical road courses. Engineered for the ultimate in driver feel.

CUSCO

Solid 22mm Rear Sway Bar for Civic Type R (FK8) $374 | CuscoUSAInc.com This is a direct replacement of the OEM rear sway bar for the 2017+ Honda Civic Type R FK8 model chassis. The Cusco sway bar will stiffen rear body suspension roll by 143% for a flatter, more track-like ride, effectively reducing body-roll. Cusco sway bars include replacement bushings that do not require grease, produce less sound, and last longer than the competition.

CUSCO

Type OS Strut Bar for Civic Type R (FK8) $200 | CuscoUSAInc.com The Cusco Type OS front strut bar for the new Civic Type R features their classic tubular aluminum shaft design with a high polish finish. The aluminum bar possesses high rigidity due to the oval pressed ribbed shaft. The end plates are painted the traditional Cusco blue and come with all the required hardware for installation. It bolts on in minutes using tools that are found in most garages.

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D2 RACING

Special Edition Pro-Kit Performance Springs for 2018 Acura NSX $554.44 | Eibach.com

The RS series suspension kit is D2’s most popular coilover. Featuring a 36-way damping and rebound adjustable monotube design, RS series coilovers are perfect for the modified street car that also sees occasional track days.

This coilover has separate height and preload adjustments allowing for optimal suspension tuning while maintaining full strut travel at all times.

The Eibach Pro-Kit is the perfect answer for most popular street cars. It’s Eibach’s legendary spring system that dramatically improves both a vehicle ́s performance and appearance. Every Eibach Pro-Kit is designed and tested by suspension engineers and performance driving professionals to deliver aggressive good looks and high performance handling, without ever compromising safety or ride quality.

D2 Racing RS Coilovers $1,100 | D2Racing.com

ENERGY SUSPENSION

Steering Rack Bushing for 2006-2011 Honda Civic DX/ EX/LX EnergySuspension.com Replace just the rack bushing, not the complete steering assembly, to save hundreds of dollars! Energy Suspensions’ longer lasting Hyper-Flex polyurethane steering rack bushing improves overall handling and responsiveness. Because these bushings are resistant to oil, grease and road contaminants, they will not wear out and fail like OE rubber.

You need an adjustable rear control arm to optimize your tire contact by adjusting your camber. Be confident your arm is proven and reliable for the >1,000 pounds of force that it will be loaded with over and over again as you put your Mustang to the test. SPC’s forged aluminum adjustable arm (Part # 72370) features high rate rubber bushings to maintain OE noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).

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Suspension Component Bushings for 2006-2014 Audi Mk2 / VW Mk5/Mk6 EnergySuspension.com Put more power to the ground with Energy Suspension’s proven Hyper-Flex polyurethane components for Audi Mk2 (A3, TT) and Volkswagen Mk5/Mk6 (Golf, Jetta, and Beetle). More firm than factory rubber, yet compliant enough for the daily driver, Energy’s components compliment most factory or aftermarket suspension configurations, and are at home in commuters and track cars alike.

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ISC SUSPENSION

N1 Coilovers for BMW M2/M3/M4 $983 | ISCSuspension-na.com ISC’s popular N1 is now offered for the BMW M2/M3/M4, and like all their coilovers they come with a lifetime warranty! The ISC N1 coilover system is the optimum suspension tool for improved handling for your street, track, or drift car. These coilovers include 32-way adjustable dampening, preload separate from ride height, camber plates, monotube damper, and multiple spring rate/valving options are just a few of the features of this new product. All top plates and endlinks included.

ISC SUSPENSION

Triple S Inverted Coilovers $1,749 | ISCSuspension-na.com The Triple S Inverted Coilovers features a much more rigid design compared to your standard coilover as well as less unsprung weight. Other features include a monoball type camber plate, monotube design, adjustable damping (rebound), adjustable height separate from preload, high tensile Triple S coilover springs, nickel plated stainless steel shock bodies, and more!

ISC SUSPENSION

N1 Coilover Kit with Upgraded Triple S Springs $1,245 | ISCSuspension-na.com The ISC N1 coilover has a monotube damper design with 32-way adjustable dampening, camber plates, and a lifetime warranty. ISC now offers this proven product with their optional Triple S upgraded coilover springs, made of high tensile steel for increased spring stroke and handling performance, whether on the street or the track. Multiple spring rates and lengths available.

ISC SUSPENSION

Triple S Lowering Springs for Honda Civic Type-R $249 | ISCSuspension-na.com The Triple S lowering spring was designed with comfort in mind, as well as aesthetics. These springs will offer a mild drop and enable the customer to retain their OE shocks/dampers; they are a direct replacement for your factory springs. The idea behind Triple S lowering springs was to improve ride quality, performance, and vehicle aesthetics.

Offers a 1-inch drop on all four corners.

INVERTED MOTORSPORT

COILOVERS Features a much more rigid design compared to your standard coilover as well as less unsprung weight.

Includes a monoball type camber plate, adjustable damping (rebound), adjustable height, high tensile Triple S coilover springs, nickel plated stainless steel shock bodies and more!

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KW SUSPENSIONS

MEGAN RACING

OHLINS

2-Way Clubsport Coilovers KWSuspensions.com

EZ II Series Coilovers 2009-2016 Nissan 370Z $899 | MeganRacing.com

Ohlins Coilovers $2,022 | Ohlins.com / JRPOnline.com

The KW Clubsport coilovers combine KW's high-end racing technology with maintenance-free KW OEM-quality components.

Designed to provide you the ideal product to utilize the full potential of your sports car during autocross, track days, high performance driver’s education (HPDE) courses, and club racing, and tested rigorously on race tracks such as the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

The EZ II series coilovers for 2009-2016 Nissan 370Z features 15 levels of damper adjustment. With internal monotube construction, and CNC-cut aluminum front and rear upper mounts with rubber inserts, these coilovers and a plug and play improvement to both ride height and handling. Features 10k front spring rate, and 8k rear.

Öhlins Racing has been an integrated part of the motorsport industry as well as the motorcycle and automotive industry for 40 years. Building some of the most high end suspension kits for automotive racing, the quality and performance is one of the best on the market.

PERRIN

Rear Swaybar for 2008+ Subaru WRX/STI, Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ $230 | Perrin.com Add a Perrin adjustable rear swaybar to your WRX, STI, FR-S, 86 or BRZ. Adding a swaybar is the easiest way to improve and fine tune the handling of your vehicle. Perrin swaybars come in three different sizes; 19mm, 22mm and 25mm. Driving enthusiasts will enjoy the feel of a 19mm bar while the more race-oriented drivers will like the rigidity of the 22mm and 25mm options.

STANCE SUSPENSION

Signature Series Coilovers for 1991-2002 Mazda RX-7 $1,695 | Stance-USA.com Developed in conjunction with RX-7 suspension specialist shop, AutoRnD! 16-way adjustable dampers offer huge range of adjustment at low shaft speeds to provide precise control in any condition. Custom-valved per AutoRnD. Working with a specialty RX-7 shop allowed Stance to set the coilovers with the right spring rates and valving, taking out the guess work. Relentless testing allowed for the Signature Series to have excellent composure and street ride compliance.

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SKUNK2 RACING

SPECIALTY PRODUCTS COMPANY

Pro-C Coilovers for 2012-2013 Honda Civic $1,563.99 | Skunk2.com

Rear Camber Arm for 2015+ Ford Mustang SpecProd.com

Skunk2 Racing’s Pro-C coilovers for 2012-2013 Honda Civic are engineered as the best single adjustable suspension system on the market at a price point you can afford. Serious club racers and discerning high performance street car owners agree that the Pro-C's 12 way dampening, mono-tube design, threaded shock bodies with independent height/ spring pre-load adjustment, and billet radial bearing upper camber mounts give them all the control they need at the track without sacrificing ride quality on the street.

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.

WHITELINE

Coil Springs for 2015-2018 Subaru WRX $279.25 | WhitelinePerformance.com Whiteline springs deliver improved vehicle performance whilst maintaining safety and ride quality characteristics. This kit contains 6.1 kg/mm (329 lb/in) front rated springs that provide a 20mm drop, while the 5.8 kg/mm (325 lb/in) rated rears deliver a desirable 20mm drop to the vehicle. By lowering the vehicle’s centre of gravity, the unique and progressive rate coil design not only improves performance, but enhances overall appearance.

WHITELINE

24mm X Heavy Duty Blade Adjustable Sway Bar for 2019 Volkswagen GTI $289.79 | WhitelinePerformance.com Engineered to activate more grip, sway bars are principally designed to reduce body roll or sway. By reducing body roll, lateral loads are spread more evenly across the tires thereby increasing cornering grip and improving outright performance.

This Whiteline 24mm two-point adjustable sway bar means more grip, better handling, and improved outright performance - it's the best dollar for dollar handling improvement you can make to your vehicle.

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BRAKES BUYER'S GUIDE

APR

APR Brakes for Mk7 Volkswagen Golf/GTI/Sportwagen/Alltrack $2,699.99 | GoAPR.com APR’s big brake upgrade is an ultra-durable, feature-packed solution specifically tailored to each vehicle. The brakes provide outstanding stopping-power at an affordable price and are targeted towards a wide operating range such as normal or spirited street driving, track days and HPDE events. The system handily out-brakes, out-lasts, and out-performs other systems on the market, including much larger and heavier setups such as the factory standard RS3/TTRS brakes!

DISC BRAKES AUSTRALIA

BREMBO

DISC BRAKES AUSTRALIA

Turismo Line Brake Discs Brembo.com

5000 Series Brake Rotors DBA.com.au

Available for several vehicle applications, these brake discs are the same size as the original equipment parts, and have been specifically designed for total compatibility with standard calipers, wheels and other components. With a hat in aluminum alloy, the floating disc system reduces unspring mass for improved handling and thermal stress. Available in drilled or slotted versions.

DBA’s 5000 Series performance brake rotors are a composite 2-piece direct replacement brake rotor. Using the highest quality materials and combining XG-150 high carbon cast-iron rings with aerospace grade aluminium hats, held together with National Aerospace Standards (NAS) bolts and crimp nuts. Combining DBA's patented Kangaroo Paw ventilation system, heat treatment and CNC machining, DBA rotors are able to handle the increased stress and heat generated under intense braking.

EBC BRAKES

GRASSROOTS PERFORMANCE

Performance Brake Pads DBA.com.au

RP-1 Brake Pads EBCBrakes.com

Rally Style Handbrake + Reservoir GrassrootsParts.com

DBA’s range of direct replacement performance brake pads have been designed from the ground up as the perfect match with DBA’s long established and trusted range of disc brake rotors, sharing the same level of quality, performance and safety as DBA’s industry leading disc brake rotors. DBA’s new Street Performance and Xtreme Performance range of brake pads include options to suit all driving needs, from daily drivers to four-wheel drives and days out on the track.

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.

This hydraulic handbrake with built-in oil reservoir tank is a reliable unit that makes for an easy install. Built off a steel base, and utilizing a T-6061 aluminum handle, this unit is ideal for both vertical or horizontal installation. Features an integrated locking lever for use as an e-brake if you don't have the OE set-up. Many other handbrake styles and hydro accessories are also available.

GRASSROOTS PERFORMANCE

HAWK PERFORMANCE

HAWK PERFORMANCE

SP1R Big Brake Kit GrassrootsParts.com

HPS 5.0 High Performance Brake Pads HawkPerformance.com

Talon Rotors HawkPerformance.com

A proven 4-piston caliper set for upgraded performance on and off the track. This kit utilizes 330-mm 2-piece rotors, track performance high-temperature pads, stainless steel brake lines, and high quality hardware and brackets. This is the perfect kit for track enthusiasts looking to easily up the stopping power of your ride while not breaking the bank. Available in eye-catching colors like red, blue, yellow, and black.

Hawk Performance HPS 5.0 street performance pads are the go-to pads for users looking for more stopping power while driving their daily vehicle. HPS 5.0 is gentle on rotors and offers smooth and predictable torque. It also has improved pedal feel from initial pressure through entire pedal stroke.

HPS 5.0 is a low noise pad that improves braking from OE pads while extending pad life.

Talon premium rotors by Hawk Performance are the high performance rotor replacement for your street vehicles that enables harder, more precise braking. Leveraging the high quality performance of Hawk's unique and proprietary DTC curved slot design, they are built to OE specifications, weights, and production processes, and are engineered to fit a vehicle's current braking system without modification. Available in crossdrilled + slotted, and slotted-only.

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NEO MOTORSPORT

POWER STOP BRAKES

PROJECT MU

NEO F501 Forged 6-Piston Big Brake Kit $2,679 | NEO-Motorsport.com

Evolution Rotors Powerstop.com

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

NEO Motorsport's constant research of the ultimate braking performance continues through the company with caliper design constantly evolving. Forged from high strength aerospace T6061-T6 aluminum, this is one of the lightest and toughest brake calipers on the market today.

Power Stop drilled and slotted rotors give you the advantages of both drilled holes for cooling and slots to sweep away gas and dust. With a direct OE fit and vane count, there are no special modifications needed on your car, truck or SUV. The drilled and slotted design is their most popular performance rotor for street and day track applications.

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, whilst staying below the $400 mark! This pad really punches above its weight, and will push aside many other over-priced race pads in many race and rally applications. Project Mu now offers pre-bedded brake pads.

R1 CONCEPTS

R1 Forged Series Big Brake Kit $1,499.99 | R1Concepts.com Improve performance while getting that supercar look. R1 Concepts big brake kits are big and powerful. Mix and match your caliper and rotor with 33 different color combinations in both anodized and painted finishes. They also offer raw finish with clear coat. The bolt-on design makes for easy installation.

WILWOOD DISC BRAKES

R1 CONCEPTS

R1 Carbon GEOMET Series Drilled and Slotted Brake Rotors $149.99 | R1Concepts.com Aimed at high-performance driving, these rotors are designed not just for everyday use but for street performance, track, off-roading, and towing/hauling. Features superior corrosion protection and enhanced noise dampening. When you need the best performance, the R1 Carbon GEOMET Series will provide effective and quiet stopping power.

WILWOOD DISC BRAKES

R1 CONCEPTS

R1 Performance Sport Series Brake Pads $59.99 | R1Concepts.com These pads are designed with an advanced performance formulation, which provides smoother and more predictable responses even over high temperatures. Post-cured for better performance and providing long pad wear, these advanced R1 Performance Sport Series brake pads can lengthen the life of a vehicle's brake rotors. These special pads are designed with unique compounds that can reduce friction and retain their durability even in the most severe of conditions.

WILWOOD DISC BRAKES

Front + Rear Road Race Brake Kits for 2001-2006 BMW M3 (E46) $1,814.39 | Wilwood.com

Front Road Race Brake Kits for 1990-2005 Acura Integra / Honda Civic $1,566.60 | Wilwood.com

SX6R Big Brake Kits for 1997-2019 Chevrolet Corvette $3,570 | Wilwood.com

Wilwood’s road racing brake system designed specifically for the 2001-2006 BMW E46 M3 platform. Engineered for production-based chassis using the factory hydraulics and all-dynamic electronic controls. Aerolite 6R/ST front calipers are paired with Superlite 4R/ST rear calipers. Two-piece, dynamic mount 14-inch front and 12.88-inch rear Spec37 GT competition series directional vane rotors apply the torque from the BP-30 compound SmartPads.

Wilwood’s championship-proven road racing brake system is now available for the 1990-2005 Integra and Civic models with factory 262mm disc spindles. DynaPro 4R/ST calipers are paired with two-piece, dynamic mount 11.75-inch (298.5mm) Spec37 GT competition series directional curved vane rotors.

BP-30 endurance racing compound SmartPads complete a setup that delivers high-torque stopping power, high-efficiency heat management, and the ultimate in durability for extreme on-track competition.

Wilwood’s new Speed Xtreme SX6R brake kits provide the ultimate in super-car performance and style for high-horsepower street, autocross, track events, and over-the-top customs.

Forged aluminum SX6R calipers combine with large diameter, two-piece Spec37 iron rotors dynamically mounted to the Corvette hubs with aluminum hats. SX6R kits with WCCB carbon-ceramic rotors are also available for C5 and C6 models.

High-performance brake pad compounds are selected based on rotor material and style.

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he 1992 Nissan 300ZX you see before you is the result of more than 15 years of ownership and numerous different iterations. When Hadi originally picked up his Z32, the car was a completely stock naturally aspirated model. Because he was choosing between a Toyota Supra and the 300ZX, he quickly found the NA engine to be lacking what he was after, so a twin-turbocharged version of Nissan’s VG30 went under the hood. As that engine became too expensive and difficult to chase higher horsepower numbers with, he sourced the infamous RB26DETT from an R33 Skyline GT-R, and got to work.

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engine in the hands of not one, but two shops that left him unsatisfied with the results. Thankfully, after some patience and time, he found the right people for the job, and his Skyline heart transplant was bolstered top to bottom with a big single top-mounted Precision Turbo 6266 turbocharger, Kelford 272 cams, a GReddy intake manifold, Tomei head gasket, ARP head studs, and a Future Fab exhaust manifold. E85 Flex Fuel delivery is handled by a Walbro 452 fuel pump and some 1700cc injectors from Injector Dynamics. Coupled with some cooling goods, managed by an AEM Performance Electronics V2 stand-alone, and dressed up in Boost Candy custom titanium components throughout the engine bay, the RB26

is looking fantastic and making a healthy 620 horsepower at the rear wheels on a safe tune.

Of course, getting that power from crank to rear wheels is another story altogether. Thankfully for Hadi, the RB26 bell housing is able to connect to the Z32’s 5-speed transmission after some slight modification. A custom tube chassis front end was fabricated with some integrated engine mounts that allow the RB to sit considerably lower than McKinney off-the-shelf engine mounts would. Not only does this allow a lower center of gravity, but installing and removing the RB from this point on would become significantly easier with more room and better front support thanks to the tubular front end.

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With intentions to keep his build as well-rounded as possible, Hadi employed Tein Flex coilovers to bring ride height down to ground level with Tein’s Electronic Dampening Force Controller to adjust on the fly. SPL control arms in the front and rear, as well as a Stillen rear strut bar, keep handling abilities up to date, while a Ksport big brake kit with 8-piston front and 6-piston rear calipers provide stellar stopping power. Carefully chosen components in all areas are a result of Hadi taking pride in being the type of person who doesn’t cut corners or cheap out on his projects.

At ground level, a period correct set of Volk Racing GT-S wheels measuring 19x8 and 19x10.5 in the front and rear respectively, wrapped in some sticky yet streetable Nitto NT555R tires, 245/35/19 up front, and 285/30/19 in the rear. Finished in a beautiful satin black, the Volk wheels lend themselves to the car’s stealth fighter jet appearance quite well. With a combination of new and old aero additions and customized body components, the overall look of the dark gray Z32 is a subtle masterpiece.

In the front of the car, immediately noticeable is a very special front fascia

CAREFULLY CHOSEN COMPONENTS IN ALL AREAS ARE A RESULT OF HADI TAKING PRIDE IN BEING THE TYPE OF PERSON WHO DOESN’T CUT CORNERS OR CHEAP OUT ON HIS PROJECTS.

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THE SILVER BULLET IN BRAKING

EBC Brakes Racing’s new track day and race pad material, RP-1™, offers extreme braking performance at a lower cost compared to other race pads on the market.

KEY FEATURES:

■ 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 ■ Stainless-steel backing plates reduce heat conduction, lowering caliper operating temperatures

LOVE IT OR RETURN IT

For a limited time only, every set of RP-1™ pads is sold with a ‘Love it or Return it’ warranty. Tried these pads but don’t like them?

Return them to EBC for a full refund (T&Cs online).

EBC Brakes Racing @ebcbrakesracing UNPARALLELED BRAKING PERFORMANCE

@ebcbrakesuk EBC Brakes

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ESSENTIALS 1992 Nissan 300ZX

DRIVER › Gilbert, AZ ENGINE › Nissan RB26DETT 2.6L TwinTurbocharged I6 HORSEPOWER › 620 hp SOCIAL MEDIA @lebshadi lebs.hadi ENGINE

RB26DETT engine swap + Precision Turbo dual ball bearing 6266 turbocharger + Kelford 272 cams + Future Fab exhaust manifold + GReddy (intake manifold, FMIC) + Injector Dynamics 1700cc injectors + AEM V2 stand-alone engine management + Tomei head gasket + ARP head studs + Tial wastegates/BOV (2) + Walbro 452 fuel pump + E85 Flex Fuel system + Bell radiator + Koyo 19-row oil cooler + Wire tuck + Boost Candy custom (titanium bay, titanium strut bar, titanium overflow tank, titanium battery tray, titanium turbo housing shield) + Chasing Js titanium oil cap EXHAUST

HKS 3.5-inch exhaust + Custom carbon titanium exhaust tip + Electronic exhaust cut-out WHEELS/TIRES/BRAKES

- a one-off customized Stillen GTZ-R2 front end, which sets the tone for the period correct look throughout the car’s exterior. Rare carbon Wings West side skirts and a customized Wings West rear bumper made to fit the angled HKS Ti exhaust continue that theme from front to back. Finishing off the rear with an aggressive touch is a Veilside rear trunk spoiler which gives off some real wangan racer vibes, an ethos this car certainly echoes between its heavy-hitting power and subtle-yet-aggressive style. Being a well-rounded, road-going monster, this isn’t just another crazy powerful car with a gutted interior. Instead of ripping out everything on the inside, Hadi opted for fiberglass doors and audio bezels to shave weight. Sparco racing seats keep both Hadi and his passenger comfortable and snug, and carbon fiber accents include triple gauge A-pillars on both sides, and a carbon fiber shift knob. In the back half, a full JL Audio sound system using an Alpine in-dash DVD head unit as a source. That’s right - this machine is just as much “show” as it is “go.”

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Volk Racing GT-S wheels - 19x8 (f), 19x10.5 (r) + Nitto NT555R tires - 245/35/19 (f), 285/30/19 + KSport BBK (8-piston front calipers, 6-piston rear calipers) CHASSIS/SUSPENSION

Tein Flex coilovers + EDFC setup + SPL (upper front control arms, lower front control arms, lower rear control arms) + Stillen rear strut bar + Tube chassis front end EXTERIOR

Stillen custom GTZ-R2 fascia + Wings West (carbon fiber side skirts, custom rear fascia) + Veilside rear spoiler + Bomex carbon fiber hood + Custom air guide w/ Zkyline logo + Infamouz Custom Designz lower skid plate INTERIOR

Fiberglass (doors, rear enclosure, audio bezel) + Carbon fiber triple gauge A-pillars + Corbeau white racing seats + Grey suede interior trim + Carbon fiber shift knob + JDM (polished door sills, red stitched shift boot, red stitched e-brake boot) AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS

Alpine in-dash DVD head unit + JL Audio (3-way door speakers, 4-inch rear speakers, tweeters, W6 10-inch subwoofers (2), 1000/1 sub amplifier, 450/4 component amplifier, wiring) + Rockford Fosgate 1 Farad capacitor + Kinetic Energy extra battery SPONSORS

Extreme Wheels, OzBraz, Elite Automotive Finishes, Elite Towing, TBK Photos, Aerial Exposure AZ, Boost Candy SPECIAL THANKS

Wife Krista, Ryan Raboy at Raboy Motorsports, Jon Rook and Fernando at SPN Motorsports, Don and Russ at Accelerated Performance, Andrew and Trey at OzBraz, Steve at The Wrap Room, Josh Wexler at Ceramic Pro Scottsdale, Brian and Trevor at EA Wraps, Chris at Elite Automotive Finishes, Paul and Mike at Elite Towing, Extreme Wheels Gilbert AZ, F7LTHY, Project Z32 Arizona Branch, Caught Ya Lookin CC

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ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY

Xtreme Clutch Kits for 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS / ST AdvancedClutch.com

HD/Perf Street Sprung Clutch Kit for 2017-2019 Toyota 86 $809 | AdvancedClutch.com

Xtreme Clutch Kits for 2007-2013 Mazdaspeed 3 / 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed 6 AdvancedClutch.com

ACT’s new clutch kits for the Focus RS/ST include an Xtreme pressure plate, Streetlite flywheel, a choice of disc, release bearing, and alignment tool. The Xtreme pressure plate incorporates hardened diaphragm fingers for decreased wear and provides a 58% increase in clamp force over the stock unit.

Clutch kits are available in both street and race configurations.

This kit features ACT's most popular Heavy Duty pressure plate and most popular street disc. ACT Heavy Duty pressure plates use exclusive diaphragm design to increase clamp load, reduce deflection and maximize clutch life. All diaphragms endure a four-stage, heat-treating process for unparalleled performance.

ACT pressure plates have precision cover stampings to provide rigidity and consistency.

ACT’s new clutch kits for the Mazdapseed 3 and 6 include an Xtreme pressure plate, flywheel, a choice of disc, release bearing, pilot bearing, and alignment tool. The Xtreme pressure plate incorporates hardened diaphragm fingers for decreased wear and provides a 84% increase in clamp force over the stock unit. Xtreme clutch kits are available in both street and race configurations.

APR

BLACK FOREST INDUSTRIES

Adjustable Short Shifter for Volkswagen Mk5/Mk6/Mk7, Mk2/Mk3 A3/S3/TT $249.99 | GoAPR.com

Stage 2 Clutch Kit and Lightweight Flywheel for Mk7 Volkswagen Golf R $979.99 | BlackForestIndustries.com

The APR short shifter system is a comprehensive upgrade to the factory gear shifter assembly, and is designed to reduce shifter movement in all directions while simultaneously improving shift quality. The system provides fine tuning of front-to-back and side-to-side movements to shorten shifts, counterweight adjustments for enhanced shift quality, and upgrades the weak points of the factory setup to provide years of worry-free use.

Full faced, steel back, brass plus sprung discs. Stage 2 kit includes a 2,500 lb pressure plate good for 400 ft-lbs. Geared for street comfort and daily driveability. This is an ideal upgrade for a stock turbo plus bolt-ons. In addition to the parts mentioned above, they also include brand new hardware, a specific clutch alignment tool, and a brand new OEM replacement release bearing.

CLUTCH MASTERS

725 Series Twin Disc Clutch Kit for 2009-2014 Nissan 370Z $1,250 | ClutchMasters.com A push type clutch kit which includes two clutch discs, pressure plate, and release bearing. The 725 series is a smaller diameter assembly, which creates less rotating mass and offering quicker, and smoother shifting with much better throttle response.

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Stage 2 Street Series 2100 Clutch Kit CompetitionClutch.com This assembly provides up to an 80% increase in torque capacity, and is properly suited for aggressive street use and moderate track use. The Brass Plus material with its alloy backing matched to a performance pressure plate will provide smooth engagement and extended life. 500 mile break-in highly recommended with this set-up. 300 mile break-in is required.

CENTERFORCE

Dual Friction Clutch and Flywheel Kit $859.94 | Centerforce.com The Centerforce Dual Friction clutch series is a performance matched pressure plate and disc combination featuring the patented Centerforce centrifugal weight system where applicable, and specialized machining processes to provide a performance clutch that offers exceptional street characteristics and outstanding holding capacity and durability.

The disc has an organic full facing on one side for longevity and an organic segmented facing on the other side providing increased holding capacity.

DKM CLUTCH

MS Series Twin Disc for Volkswagen Mk6/ Mk7 and BMW N54/N55 $1,295 The MS twin disc clutch kits are designed to hold up to 750 wheel torque capacity with two rigid organic discs. This provides additional contact surface area for higher torque capacity, longer life cycle, and smooth driving characteristics. Each kit is comprised of a pressure plate, organic discs, and steel flywheel.

Additional parts such as pilot bearing/bushing, throw-out bearing (when applicable), and alignment tool are also included.

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HF03 Lightweight Solid Flywheel for 2016-2019 Honda Civic 1.5L/2017-2019 Civic 1.5L Turbo $853.32 | ExedyUSA.com Exedy lightweight flywheels combine low weight, low inertia, and high thermal capacity. They are designed for light to moderately tuned racing cars for drag racing, autocross and rally events, as well as street usage. Made from solid one-piece billet chromoly steel or chromoly steel forgings, they are specifically designed to reduce weight and inertia for better engine response. Most incorporate special design features to enhance the airflow which improves the cooling of the clutch.

EXEDY

08809 - Stage 1 Organic Kit for 2016-2019 Honda Civic 1.5L/Turbo $493.24 | ExedyUSA.com Rated for 270 lb-ft of torque at the flywheel, and 235 lb-ft of torque at the wheels. Features a 230mm disc, 24T spline, and push-type assembly. Works with OEM dual-mass flywheel or Exedy lightweight solid flywheel.

FIDANZA PERFORMANCE

EXEDY

Aluminum Flywheel for Audi S4/A6/AllRoad Quattro $622.42 | Fidanza.com

Rated for 294 lb-ft of torque at the flywheel, and 255 lb-ft of torque at the wheels. Features a 230mm disc, 24T spline, and push-type assembly. Works with OEM dual-mass flywheel or Exedy lightweight solid flywheel.

Fidanza Performance lightweight aluminum flywheels are designed, engineered, and manufactured right here in the USA. Their team doesn’t just take a stock flywheel and copy it out of aluminum like some others do.

They actually analyze the originals and engineer improvements where needed.

Whether it be in overall balance, critical clearances, or improved design, these flywheels are built for performance.

08956 - Stage 2 Cerametallic Kit for 2016-2019 Honda Civic 1.5L $564.56 | ExedyUSA.com

Two companies

McLeodRacing.com

One booth

FTIPerformance.com

Visit booth #22527 to discover a complete driveline solu tion line from McLeod Racing and FTI Performance.

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McLEOD RACING

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Aluminum Flywheel for 2007-2011 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 $501.34 | Fidanza.com

Tuner Series Single Disc Clutch for 2015+ Subaru WRX McLeodRacing.com

Tuner Series Mag Force SE Clutch for 2001-2006 BMW E46 $1,525 | McLeodRacing.com

Fidanza Performance lightweight aluminum flywheels deliver faster throttle response and quicker acceleration, which can translate to additional horsepower to the wheels thanks to reduced parasitic losses. Enjoy smoother, faster shifting, easier braking and better slowing due to reduced rotational mass, and reduced clutch wear and improved efficiency from better heat dissipation.

The kit is a single disc clutch designed with the highest quality from McLeod. This stage 1 upgrade for the WRX is compatible with 2006 to 2019 applications. The kit is equipped as dualsprung to dampen gearbox noise, featuring a full-faced organic disc which provides easy engagement with a stock pedal feel.

McLeod’s Tuner Series introduces a BMW kit to its line. This kit fits the 2001-2006 BMW E46 M3 with a 6-speed transmission, and includes a performance flywheel that replaces the factory dual mass flywheel. This clutch is designed for high horsepower street cars.

McLEOD RACING

Tuner Series RXT Twin Disc Clutch for Toyota 2JZ McLeodRacing.com With requests to produce a product to sustain the added horsepower of the 2JZ, McLeod answered with the RXT twin disc clutch. With the RXT as a flagship product of the company, customers are assured that they will receive a quality piece for a great price. Rated up to 1,000 horsepower, the 2JZ RXT is equipped with two ceramic friction discs, pressure plate, floater plate, and a pilot tool. The kits are also on a dedicated steel flywheel.

SIKKY MANUFACTURING

McLEOD BY RAYBESTOS

VW/Audi DCT Transmission Rebuild Kits $1,080 | McLeodRacing.com McLeod’s DCT kits are equipped with a high material clutch pack and a steel clutch pack which provide smooth engagement and better shift performance to extend the life of the clutch. Along with high grade OEM replacement molded rubber pistons and a maximum protection transmission filter, this is a complete premium overhaul kit.

SOUTH BEND CLUTCH

RAM CLUTCHES

Concept 10.5 900 Series Disc Clutch Assembly for 2017 Ford Mustang GT RAMClutches.com RAM Concept 10.5 dual disc clutches offer upgrades from existing designs while keeping your budget in mind. A 10.5-inch cover with 2,400 pounds of clampload offers more holding power and a larger surface area to dissipate heat, while maintaining an easy pedal effort. The stronger, billet modular mounting ring is machined with multiple bolt patterns to adapt to most any flat flywheel. Larger, 10.5-inch discs are available in either organic or metallic friction material, and the top disc is spring dampened to soften engagement.

SPEC CLUTCH

LS Swap Driveshaft for Nissan 240sx S13 $449.99 | Sikky.com

Stage 2 Daily Clutch Kit SouthBendClutch.com

Stage 2 Clutch Kit for 2011-2013 BMW 335is $799 | SPECClutch.com

Sikky driveshafts are a one-piece unit available in steel or aluminum and suitable for LS T56 and T56 Magnum transmission.

New transmission support is coming soon for the TR6060 and CD009 transmissions. Peace of mind comes from Sikky’s limited lifetime warranty. Includes one-piece driveshaft with high strength U-joints. Designed for 4-bolt differential flanges.

Engineered for horsepower modifications. This heavy duty pressure plate has an increased clamp load with little or no increase in pedal pressure. The organic disc material has a high metal content that increases the coefficient of friction by two times over a stock lining and increases rotational strength up to a 12,000 RPM burst point. This clutch system maintains a stock feel while offering strength and durability. Recommended usage is daily, street, and moderate race usage.

These clutch kits are designed for use with the original dual mass flywheel, and the flywheel can be used with a stock or any stockdesigned aftermarket self-ratcheting pressure plate. The billet aluminum flywheel weighs 15 lbs, and the billet steel 25 lbs.

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Stage 2 Performance Clutch Kit for 2016-2018 Honda Civic Type R $695 | SPECClutch.com Features segmented or full faced pure Kevlar disc with steel backing. This lining features excellent drivability like the stage 1, but offers slightly longer life and higher torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated components for strength and durability. Best for street, drag, pulling and autocross.

THE DRIVESHAFT SHOP

1-Piece Carbon Fiber CV Driveshaft for 2000-2003 Honda S2000 (AP1) $1,312.49 | DriveshaftShop.com While very close to stock weight, the vast improvements in strength and design lead to unparalleled high horsepower and high stress performance. Constructed of 3.25-inch carbon, the driveshaft also offers substantial increase in torsional flex over aluminum, lessening shock to other driveline components. Using a new internally dampened design to soak up gearbox and differential noises, there are no compromises for street driven comfort!

THE DRIVESHAFT SHOP

800HP Direct Bolt-In Rear Axles for Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S/Toyota 86 $1,049.98 | DriveshaftShop.com Starting with the direct-fit billet chromoly outer CV from their Subaru axles, 300M center bars made from the material The Driveshaft Shop is getting out of Sweden, which is by far some of the best material they have used to date. They then went on to make the inner splines out of the same material, and used a 108mm Porsche-style inner CV with upgraded chromoly internals to top it off.

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Short Shifter for 2008-2015 Mitsubishi Lancer $127.77 | TorqueSolution.com Torque Solution short throw shifter is a direct replacement for your long throw stock unit. All shifters are made of high quality T-304 stainless steel, and are CNC machined to precision tolerances.

Features a 32% reduction in throw, and a 1.25-inch reduction in shifter height.

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BORGWARNER

Airwerks EFR Turbochargers BorgWarner.com Designed for ultimate performance, BorgWarner’s advanced performance aftermarket turbochargers are trusted by motorsport and performance enthusiasts, as well as everyday drivers seeking improved engine output. BorgWarner will highlight its new EFR super-cores, the EFR 8474, EFR 9274 and EFR 9280, which maximize air flow in the turbocharger via larger compressor inducer wheel diameters and other design changes to the compressor stage, delivering up to 200 more horsepower than previous products.

GRASSROOTS PERFORMANCE

50mm Blow-Off Valve $114.50 | GrassrootsParts.com

Pressure against a frequently opening and closing throttle body should be avoided, so let this BOV release the pressure in your charge piping. Achieve maximum boost and proper ventilation with all hardware and flange included. Built with a heavy-duty 50mm piston featuring a split diaphragm, full rotating 6mm barb vacuum adapter, and a newly designed threaded weld on base to eliminate pesky gaskets and hardware.

HPA MOTORSPORTS

RS7 Turbo Cartridge Upgrade - Pair for Audi S6/S7/A8 $1,899 | HPAMotorsports.com Upgrade your Audi S6/S7/A8 to RS7 turbos without having to replace your entire turbo. HPA offers RS7 turbocharger cartridge and compressor housing upgrades to shorten installation time and save money. HPA’s solution is a natural power upgrade to Stage 2+ if your turbochargers are failing.

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R2650 E-Force Stage 1 Supercharger Kit for 2018-2019 Ford Mustang GT $7,037.87 | Edelbrock.com Edelbrock’s R2650 E-Force Supercharger systems for the current generation Mustang GT comes with everything needed to easily turn a stock 2018-2019 Mustang GT into a street or strip monster.

The stage 1 kit is 50-state emissions-legal and produces a dyno-verified 623 horsepower and 510 ft-lbs of torque to the rear wheels with no extra modifications required. Includes the R2650 E-Force Supercharger with the integrated DP3C dual-pass, triplecore air-to-water intercooler.

GREDDY PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS

GReddy GTXR Tuner Turbo Kit for Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 $4,995 | GReddy.com The latest addition to GReddy’s FR-S/86/BRZ Tuner Turbo Kits is their GPP Version 3, GTX-R Tuner Turbo Kit for the 2012-2017 FR-S, 86 and BRZ. Designed around a powerful Garrett GTX-2867R Gen II (with a rated range of 275-550 hp,) this updated kit features a larger, centered GReddy Type-24 intercooler and all the necessary hardware for a versatile tuner kit that will be an ideal fit for both stock FR-S/86/BRZ engines, as well as fully strengthened FA20 engines.

MISHIMOTO

Universal Air-to-Air Race Intercooler Cores $112 | Mishimoto.com Robust bar-and-plate construction designed for maximum flow and heat dissipation. Mishimoto air-to-air race intercooler cores arrive ready for fabrication. Raw finish for endless finish possibilities, and multiple sizes to choose from to fit the needs of your project.

GARRETT ADVANCING MOTION

Garrett G Series G25 $2,400 | TurboByGarrett.com

The Garrett G-Series G25-550 and G25-660 turbochargers are compatible with 1.4L - 3.0L engine displacements and capable of producing up to 550 and 660 horsepower. G-Series 25 turbochargers are smaller and outflow all comparable products on the market. New compressor and turbine aero combined with high temperature resistant materials allowed engineers to push the limits of performance.

HKS

V3 Supercharger Kit for FR-S/BRZ/86 From $3800 | HKSUSA.com The HKS V3 Supercharger kit is an easy way to bolt-on the power that the FR-S and BRZ should have come with! Easily make over 250 whp on pump gas or over 320 whp on E85. Choose the optional Flash Editor and skip the hassle of getting your car tuned on a dyno!

PRECISION TURBO AND ENGINE

Upgraded 2.3L Ford Focus RS EcoBoost Turbocharger $2,795 | PrecisionTurbo.net

Increase your horsepower rating with the PTE / Turbonetics upgraded 2.3L Ecoboost Ford Focus RS turbocharger. Featuring Precision's most advanced and innovative technology, the Ecoboost Ford Focus RS turbocharger was designed to be a direct drop-in replacement, and installs without modifications.

Rated to support 600 horsepower with supporting mods and custom tune.

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BorgWarner’s EFR™ Series super-cores and turbochargers are built using Gamma Titanium Aluminide. This lightweight, high-strength material is close to 50% lighter than its Inconel® counterpart and helps to deliver quick engine boost when needed.

No matter if it’s on the road or in the sky, nothing comes close to the boosting sensation delivered by Gamma-Ti.

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PRECISION TURBO AND ENGINE

TURBOKITS

TURBOKITS

Upgraded 2.3L Ford Mustang EcoBoost Turbocharger $2,495 | PrecisionTurbo.net

Single Turbo Kit for 2010-2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L $4,895 | TurboKits.com

Turbo Upgrade for 2014-2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 $1,395 | TurboKits.com

Achieve V8 power in a 4-cylinder with the PTE / Turbonetics EcoBoost Ford Mustang performance upgrade turbocharger.

Featuring Precision's most advanced and innovative technology, the Ecoboost Ford Mustang performance turbocharger was designed to be a direct drop-in replacement, and installs without modifications. Rated to support 520 horsepower with supporting mods and custom tune.

Have a 3.8L Hyundai Genesis and desire gobs of gut wrenching power? TurboKits.com is proud to release a beautifully crafted bolt on “horsepower in a box� turbo system aimed at enthusiasts looking to maximize the performance, sound, and thrill of driving a 500-horsepower street car.

TurboKits.com is pleased to release their CLA 250 (C117) turbo upgrade. Constructed of billet aluminum, the 59mm compressor wheel is 5-axis CNC-machined and flows an impressive 36+ lbs/ min. With wheel horsepower and torque gains both in the 80-100 range, the power band continues beyond 4,500 rpm where gains in excess of 125 wheel horsepower and torque are achieved.

This turbo spools like stock, creates great power, and pulls all the way to redline!

TURBOSMART

TURBOSMART

Gen-V Wastegate Turbosmart.com

Kompact EM Blow off Valve Turbosmart.com

The new Gen-V wastegate was developed over a 24-month period of intense testing and marks a significant enhancement over the fourth generation. Modular interchangeable actuators and an independently orientated actuator base allows for flexible installation variations. The newly designed wastegate is additionally coupled with a unique actuator base that allows users to rotate the actuator into 14 possible positions, independently coupled with 12 possible actuator cap positions.

The Turbosmart Kompact EM BOV forms the largest range of electro-mechanical blow off valves on the market. Available in both a plumb back (recirculate) and vent to atmosphere, this latest range of plug-and-play valves from Turbosmart sees an introduction to boost control for OEM turbocharged vehicle applications that require an electronic diverter valve.

The combination of billet construction and high-temperature proprietary material allows for increased boost control, increasing the life of turbochargers while providing maximum performance.

VORTECH SUPERCHARGERS

Supercharger Systems for 2013-2019 Scion FR-S/Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ $5,116.99 | VortechSuperchargers.com

With a legendary history of improved performance through efficient boost, the team of engineers at Vortech Superchargers have designed a kit whose design, detail, and execution exceed OEM standards, and that makes these great cars even more enjoyable to drive. Boost your 86 to the next level of performance with the centrifugal supercharging system from Vortech.

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Maxflow Race Bypass Valve $311.99 | VortechSuperchargers.com

Vortech Maxflow race bypass valves flow 320 CFM @ 8 PSIG, and feature a compact design that is ideal for sport compacts and other applications with tight engine compartments. These units will retrofit to standard HKS/GReddy style mounting pads, and outperforms anything its size. Bypass valve is preset to open at three to four inches of vacuum and blow-off valve is preset to open at 10 to 11 inches of vacuum. Installation gasket is included.

The inlet hole measures 1.51-inches (38.51mm) and the outlet mates to a 1.75-inch hose.

UNITRONIC

4-Inch Turbo Inlet Elbow for 2.5T FSI EVO (8V.2 Audi RS3, 8S TTRS) $499.99 | GetUnitronic.com Unitronic's all new 4-inch turbo inlet elbow for the 8V.2 RS3 and 8S TTRS, will give you the competitive edge to gain that extra tenth of a second on the stock turbo, while supporting the airflow demands for all of the mainstream hybrid turbos currently on the market. Made from aircraft grade cast aluminum and featuring a fully integrated PCV recirculation artery as well as CNC-machined mounting flanges, inlet and outlets, it's the ultimate turbo inlet elbow upgrade for your car.

WAGNER TUNING

Competition Intercooler Kit EVO3 for BMW E82/E90 $1,090 | Wagner-Tuning.com The BMW Competition Intercooler Kit EVO III has the following core dimensions: 510mm x 303mm x 180mm. The high performance intercooler core provides a 162% larger frontal area and 182% more volume compared to the stock mounted intercooler. Their engineers have increased the intercooler core size and efficiency, as well as improved the end-tank design to remove any OEM bottlenecks, resulting in increased flow rating and charge cooling properties.

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Oil Filter Heat Shield DesignEngineering.com

Harmonic Balancers Fluidampr.com

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.

DEI’s new oil filter heat shield can be used to keep oil at its best operating temperature; especially important for vehicles with high performance engines. With most vehicles, the oil filter is typically located between the oil pan and engine, and can be near hot exhaust headers. Without protection, radiant heat can increase oil temperature and potentially cause heat soak.

Fluidampr viscous dampers reduce wear on the main bearings and timing gear, achieve more accurate valvetrain operation, and lower the risk of crank failure. Unlike rubber based dampers, Fluidampr automatically adapts to any engine modifications and constantly self-tunes in real time to protect across the entire RPM range. Features precision machined and computer balanced components that never need to be tuned or rebuilt.

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GREDDY PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS

GRASSROOTS PERFORMANCE

AN Fittings GrassrootsParts.com

Universal and Direct-Fit Oil Cooler Kits GrassrootsParts.com

Grassroots Performance’s custom AN fittings are made of high-grade anodized aluminum. These AN fittings utilize a double O-ring line adapter, and a triple seal design ensures a long lasting professional grade fitting you can trust. Their distinguished fittings have a titanium hose end with a brushed black 360-degree swivel top for easy install.

Classic design and proven engineering come together to increase cooling efficiency and oil capacity with these 2-inch dual pass oil cooler kits. Simple installation is key with Grassroots Performance’s universal and bolt-on laser cut mounting brackets for multiple mounting points and various orientation options.

Backed by a lifetime warranty to give your ride as many miles as it can handle. Available with 19-, 25- or 30-row performance oil coolers.

GRIMMSPEED

GRIMMSPEED

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Tool Tray Radiator Shroud for Subaru Impreza/Legacy/Outback From $55 | 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 years of losing tools, GrimmSpeed has introduced their Radiator Shroud with an integrated tool tray for Subaru vehicles.

The shroud forces incoming air back through the radiator, which keeps the radiator cooler, and is also designed with incorporated radiator stays for a functional and clean look over the OEM stays. Finished in heavy duty DuPont powder coat or brushed stainless steel.

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GReddy (DBA) GT-R DCT Cooler Kit $2,400 | GReddy.com The new 2017+ R35 (DBA) 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.

HEATSHIELD PRODUCTS

FR Shields HeatshieldProducts.com

Fuel-injection rails are subject to heat radiated from the engine, which is then transmitted to both the fuel injectors and the fuel that flows through the rails. As the temperature of the fuel and components rises, there’s a greater risk of vapor lock and pre-ignition. FR Shields install over the fuel rails to limit this transfer of heat.

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G I R L S

Class of August 2000

VIVIAN

Photography by Steve McCutcheon

Class of December 2000

ROSANNA

Photography by Digital Impressions

Class of February 2001

SASHA SINGLETON Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of July 2001

KATIA CORRIVEAU @katiacorriveau

Photography by Rhys Koziy

Class of September 2001

MEIGHEN MILLER Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of November 2001

RENNEE CHIANG Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of Feburary 2002

ALLEY BAGGETT

@alley.baggett

Photography by Paul Ducharme

Class of May 2002

TAILOR JAMES Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of July 2002

NADIA

Photography by Jamie Quaile

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ting & Marke lfo (Sales Matt Ado & Sharon Sotto Director)

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Class of October 2002

NATASHA YI @natashayi

Photography by Rhys Koziy

Class of December 2002

TILA NGUYEN Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of January/Feburary 2003

SHARON SOTTO Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of March/April 2003

TANIA LAMANNA Photography by JQ Studios

Class of May/June 2003

BETTY AHN

Photography by JQ Studios

Class of August 2003

CHANTAL VACHON Photography by JQ Studios

Class of October 2003

TERA PATRICK @yodasoda_

Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of December 2003

SUNNY LEONE @sunnyleone

Photography by Phillip Chin

Class of February 2004

MARY J. CASTILLO Photography by David Tan

Class of April/May 2004

FRANCINE DEE Photography by David Tan

Class of June 2004

RACHEL STERLING @kittysterling

Photography by David Tan

Class of July 2004

KRISTA KELLY Photography by JQ Studios

PASMAG

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PASMAG GIRLS Class of August 2004

MASUIMI MAX @masuimimax

Photography by modFXmodels.com

Class of September 2004

FLO JALIN

Photography by modFXmodels.com

Class of November 2004

LINDA JADE

Photography by Jamie Quaile

Class of December 2004

TIFFANY LANG

Photography by modFXmodels.com

Class of Feburary 2005

VIDA GUERRA @vidaguerra

Photography by JQ Studios Fat Joe posting Class of April/May 2005 with COLLEEN SHANNON Roxanne @djcolleenshannon Siordia’s Photography by Rick Anthony cover

2005 FUNK MASTER FLEX TOUR

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ

Class of June 2005

CRYSTAL LO Photography by JQ Studios

Class of July 2005

ROXANNE SIORDIA

Photography by Ricky Anthony

Class of August 2005

COURTNEY DAY @miss_courtney_day

Queu e Gon za & Chlez (Crea arma tive D ne St irect or) ar

Photography by AngelsNRides.com

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of September 2005

CHARMANE STAR @charmanestar

Photography by AngelsNRides.com

Class of November 2005

SASHA SINGLETON Photography by AngelsNRides.com

2 0 05

SCN

WINNIPEG,

MB

Class of December 2005

URSULA MAYES @ursulaymayes

Photography by Mike Brochu

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Queue Gonzalez (Creative Director), Mia Guzman, Nelson Cheung (Director of Public Relations)

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of February 2006

MIA GUZMAN

Photography by AngelsNRides.com

Class of April-May 2006

ALLEY BAGGETT @alley.baggett

Photography by AngelsNRides.com

Class of June 2006

STEPHANIE LY @stephly100

Photography by Adam Ng

2006 SCN VANCOUVER, BC

Class of July 2006

TEANNA KAI Photography by AngelsNRides.com

Class of September 2006

JENNIFER WALCOTT @jenniferwalcott

Photography by AngelsNRides.com

Class of October 2006

CAROLYN SAVAGE Photography by JQ Studios

2006 SC

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CALGARY, AB

ith earch booth w e Our ModelSStephanie Ly, & Jeri Le e, ag av S Carolyn

ost m l e e e “f a wif n i y sex with r e t a be ped, p i r , a no br jeans ut low-c ettos.” stil and

2006 SEMA LAS VEGA S, NV

Class of November 2006

KIM LOAN

Class of December 2006

Photography by Mike Brochu

JESSICA BURCIAGA

Class of February 2007

@jessicaburciaga

VANESSA BLOUIN

Photography by Mike Brochu

Photography by Mike Brochu

PASMAG

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PASMAG GIRLS

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of Annaul 2007

RAQUEL GIBSON @xoxoraquelgibson

Photography by Anthony Felix

1sHtAVING

Class of Girls of PAS 2007

E R TIM COVE ELS D MO

3

JERI LEE

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Girls of PAS 2007

JESSICA BURCIAGA @jessicaburciaga

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of Girls of PAS 2007

LISA KIM FLEMING Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of May 2007

MICHELLE ANDERSON @lovelymichellea

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of June-July 2007

MELANIE TILLBROOK

@melanietillbrook

Photography by Mike Anthony

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of August 2007

JERI LEE

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of September 2007

AIKO TANAKA

@goldenchina

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of October 2007

JOYCE LEX @joycelex

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of November 2007

KAILA YU

@kailayu

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of December 2007

ally dified?”

N at u r body ““HeavilyMo r u o y r Is te d ” o Aspira say

’t uldn fied,” but “I wo odi .”

M ily eless “Heav neth o n ified mod 2007 IM

P O RT F

TORONTO, ON

JUSTENE JARO

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@justene_j

Photography by ?

Class of VIP Annual 2007

ABBY RATAY

@abbie_ratay

Photography by Mike Brochu

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Justene Jaro signing for the fans.

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2ndER

Class of VIP Annual 2007

COVEARNCE

ABBY RATAY

APP

@abbie_ratay

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of VIP Annual 2007

FRANCINE DEE Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of VIP Annual 2007

VANESSA BOULIN Photography by Mike Brochu

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of Annual 2007

CJ GIBSON @misscjgibson

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of February-March 2008

LISA KIM FLEMING Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of April 2008

BRANDY GRACE @brandymgrace

Photography by Mike Brochu

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of June 2008

NINA MASCUNANA Photography by Michael Bell

Class of July 2008

ABBY RATAY @abbie_ratay

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of August 2008

MERCEDES TERRELL @mercedesterrell

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of September 2008

MONICA LEIGH Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of October 2008

NINA CARL @nina_carla

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of July 2008

LANA LOPEZ Photography by Steve Bitanga

PASMAG

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Nicolette Lacson rocking at the show

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Class of December 2008

NICOLETTE LACSON @nicc_la

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Annual 2008

SUZANNE STOKES @suzannestokes

is y

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of January 2009

CORISSA FURR

@corissafurr

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of January 2009

1sHtAVING

KAYLANI LEI

R E TIM COVE ELS D MO

@kaylanilive

2

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of February 2009

ERIKA MEDINA @erikamedina

Photography by Mike Brochu

3rdER

COVEARNCE APP

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2007 HIN

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Corissa Furr at our Model Serach booth

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LOS ANGE

CHANTILY, VA

Class of April 2009

FRANCINE DEE Photography by Mike Brochu

Francine Dee putting on a show

HIN 2007N MATEO, CA SA

Class of Special Edition Buyer’s Guide 2009

ALICIA WHITTEN @savedgedoll

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of June 2009

MELISSA REIGN

9 200hirt S T ease Rel

2007

S RT F E IMPO ON

T

TORONTO,

@melissareign

Photography by Mike Brochu

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N TWI LS E MOD

Class of August 2009

TONYA AND REA FRENCH

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of Annual 2009

SHEENA LEE @thesheenalee

Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of Annual 2009

TIFFANY TAYLOR Photography by Mike Brochu

Class of September 2009

TIANNA TA @tiannata

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Enthusiast Edition 2009

MELYSSA GRACE @melyssagrace

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of November 2009

TIFFANY TOTH @tiffanytothxoxo

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of December 2009

CATHERINE KLUTHE Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Spring 2010

TRACY NOVA @tracynova

Photography by Stanley Lopez

Tracy Nova representing at PASMAG Tuner Battlegrounds 2

2ndER

COVEARNCE

hose e of t n o “I’m that ople e p y et luck n’t g a c t k jus I thin . d e tir t ab ou I get of ours h 6 5 t... nigh a p e d.” sle t tire o n t s I’m ju

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2014 S

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EMA

Class of February-March 2010

NATAHA YI @natashay

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of April-May 2010

ARIANNY CELESTE @ariannyceleste

Photography by Jen Han

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20TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION

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PASMAG GIRLS Class of Summer 2010

BIANCA SMITH @__bianca_smith__

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of June-July 2010

MELISSA RISO

@melissariso

Photography by Jen Han

Class of August-September 2010

CHRISTINE MENDOZA @christine_mn

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Annual 2010

KELLY CARRINGTON

Photography by Jen Han

Class of Annual 2010

SABRINA JANE

@sabrinajaneca

Photography by Jen Han

Class of October-November 2010

ALANNA KOLETTE @alanna_kolette

Photography by Jen Ha

Class of December-January 2011

KYLAH KIM Photography by Jen Han

Class of February-March 2011

ZULEYKA SILVER

@zuleykasilver

Photography by Jen Han

Class of Enthusast Edition 2011

ALEXIA CORTEZ @alexiacortez

Photography by Jen Han

Class of April-May 2011

MAYA MICHELLE

@mayamichellerew

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Buyer’s Guide 2011

RANDYL DAWN

@randyldawn

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of June-July 2011

KIM LEE

@kimlee

Photography by Steve Bitanga

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Class of Annual 2011

SARA BRINSFIELD @sarabrinsfield

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of August-September 2011

DAPHNE JOY @daphnejoy

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Reader’s Choice 2011

CLAUDIA VERELA @claudiaverela

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Reader’s Choice 2011

SANDY GARZA @iamsandygarza

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of October-November 2011

JENNY MILSTEAD @jennysassysue

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Tuner Edition 2011

BAHARA GOLESTANI @ baharagolestaniofficial

Photography by Steve Bitanga

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of December-January 2012

AMY FAY

@thee_amyfay

Photography by Steve Bitanga

2ndR

COVEEARRNCE

Class of February-March 2012

APP

ARIANNY CELESTE @ariannyceleste

Class of February-March 2012

MELISSA RISO @melissariso

Photography by Name

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

3rdER

COVEARNCE APP

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as wild s a nts “I am uy wa e g y m lov be. I o t e m tisfy to sa o an s m y m he ever t a h w s oes, a g s t as wan long esn’t it do me.” hurt

Class of February-March 2012

NATASHA YI @natashay

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of April-May 2012

SUNNY LEONE @sunnyleone

Photography by Steve Bitanga

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PASMAG GIRLS Class of Buyer’s Guide 2012

XENA KAI @xenakai

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of June-July 2012

AMANDA CERNY @amandacerny

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of August-September 2012

3rdER

JERI LEE

COVEARNCE APP

Photography by Steve Bitanga

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first o my t t n in “I we back N I H nd ool IAS a high sch y e -m e tim 2003 at th t r d a the s an swee o car t n i a car was o on s l a A”.” was TECHN M A : “TE team

Class of September 2012

JULRI WATERS

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of October-November 2012

SUELYN MEDEIROS

@suelynmedeiros

Photography by Steve Bitang

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of Tuner Edition 2012

ERICA OCAMPO @_ericajuliet_

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Girls of PAS 2012

BAHARA GOLESTANI @ baharagolestaniofficial Photography by Steve Bitanga

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

Class of Girls of PAS 2012

AMY FAY @thee_amyfay

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of Girls of PAS 2012

JENNY MILSTEAD @jennysassysue

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of December-January 2013

JAYDE NICOLE

2ndER

COVEARNCE APP

@jaydenicole

Photography by Steve Bitanga

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Class of February-March 2013

JENNIFER GONZALEZ @jenniferireneofficial

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of April-May 2013

ELA PASION @misselapasion

Photography by Gideon Perez

Class of May-Buyer’s Guide 2013

IVY TEVES

@model_ivyteves

Photography by Gideon Perez

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Class of June-July 2013

DEBBIE SATH @debbiesath

Photography by Gideon Perez

Class of Annual 2013

ANNA MADALYN Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of August-September 2013

MICHELLE YEE @ihrtmichelleyee

Photography by Steve Bitanga)

Class of September 2013

JAMIE MICHELLE @jamiie.michelle

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of October-November 2013

JAZMIN SHANNEL Photography by Gideon Perez

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Class of December-January 2014

CARISSA ROSARIO

d Theeaetunring

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@carissarosario

Photography by Steve Bitanga

Class of February-March 2014

ARIKA SATO @arika

Photography by Gideon Perez

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