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NSCRA offering discount tickets

David Allen — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:22:17 +0000

This is the chance that you have all been waiting for, cars, girls and the chance to get on Fox TV too is this just too good to miss or what!

On Sunday the 4^th October at the Palm Beach International Raceway, 17047 Beeline Highway, Jupiter, FL 33478, the National Sport Compact Racing Association (NSCRA) will be holding their super event. With Intense drag racing action, hot body contest, live mobile dyno competition and of course the full car show.

There is prize money and so much more on offer, but the great thing about this event is that Fox TV will be covering the event, so that means that this is your chance to get your dream machine on TV and in front of an wide audience!

Tickets available from these great stores:

Japtrix, 843 W. 13th Court, Riviera Beach, FL 33404, 561-881-88801, http://www.japtrix.com

Speed Injected, 315 Ansin Boulevard, Hallandale, FL 33009, 954-454-9697, http://www.speedinjected.com

USP Motorsports, 7716 Wiles Road, Coral Springs, FL 33067, 954-755-7772, http://www.uspmotorsports.com

The Horsepower Connection, 4019 NE 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334, 954-564-9707, http://www.thehorsepowerconnection.com

All Wheel Drive Motorsports, 7718 Wiles Road, Coral Springs, FL 33067, http://www.awdmotorsports.com

Delirium Motorsports, 2828 Michigan Avenue Suite 114, Kissimmee, Florida 34744, 321-286-6641, http://www.delirium-motorsports.com

El Gato Performance, 2828 Michigan Avenue, Kissimmee, Florida 34744, 407-943-7300

TD Autowerkes, 12154 SW 114th Place, Miami, FL 33176, 786-293-8876, http://www.tdautowerkes.com

TD Autowerkes 2, 6440 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL 33155

Mike Turbo Inc., 12630 NW South River Drive Bay #1, Medley, FL 33178, 305-885-9082, http://www.miketurboinc.com

Torque Solution, 8362 Pines Blvd #186, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

Source [Tunerzine]

Drag Racing’s Exhibition Attractions: From Rockets to Ramp-Jumps (Paperback)

Product Description

This book showcases photographically the wide variety of cars and drivers that fit into the exhibition theme: the jets, wheel standers, rockets and other exhibition vehicles, which have thrilled millions of spectators. Their entire basis was who had the fastest vehicle. However, in 1959 complaints from other competitors and Detroit automakers got all aircraft-powered dragsters banned, so they became the sideshow attached to the legitimate circus that is drag racing. The Green Monster became the first exhibition car exceeding 200 mph everywhere it ran. Wanting even more, Walt Arfons debuted the first jet-powered dragster, which became the desire of every fan and promoter throughout the country. At virtually the same instant, Tom Ivo had Kent Fuller build a four-engine dragster and although it was too heavy to be competitive, the tire-smoke show became arguably the most famous exhibition car in history. See Bill “Maverick” Golden and the Little Red Wagon, “Wild Bill” Shrewsberry’s and the Hurst Hemi Under Glass, LA Dart and Knott’s Berry Wagon, Chuck Poole and his Chuck wagon, Doug Rose and The Green Mamba, plus many more.

Priced at $13.57

Source [Amazon]

Drag Racing Funny Cars: Factory Flyers to Flip-top Fuelers (A Photo Gallery) (Paperback)

Product Description

Since the early 1960s, dealer-sponsored Super Stockers battled for supremacy on the quarter-mile and in the dealer showrooms. Evolving into the Factory Experimental class, these wild steel bodied, altered–wheelbase monsters were stuffed with massive fuel injected and supercharged engines that attracted crowds to the drag strip! Legendary pioneers “Dyno” Don Nicholson, Jack Chrisman, Bill Shrewsberry, Butch Leal, Dick Landy, Arnie Beswick, Phil Bonner, Gas Ronda, Don Gay, Sox & Martin, Richard Petty, and many other A/FX stars were instrumental in the development of the funny car as it morphed from a heavy production car into seven-second 250mph aerodynamic fibreglass, tubular chassis missile. The popularity of funny cars led “Jungle Jim” Lieberman, Bill Lawton, Lew Arrington, Bill Flynn, Norm Kraus, and “Big” John Mazmanian to become household names. Tom ”Mongoose” McEwen, Don “Snake” Prudhomme, Tom Hoover, Kenny Safford, Terry Capp, John Force, Kenny Bernstein, Jake Johnston, Larry Reyes, Richard Tharp, Roland Leong, Randy Walls, Jess Tyree, Rich Siroonian and others who achieved success racing funny cars are all featured in over 300 incredible colour and black and white photos.

Priced at $21.86

Source [Amazon]

Great looking G35 Coupe

David Allen — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:10:00 +0000

Before we start, I have to admit that this is one of my favourite cars, even before anything has been done to it this car is a super car that is totally awesome in almost every single way. In that case, this is a great car before it has been touched, but this one has been touched and therefore does that make it better? Of course it does no G35 fan would turn their back on a on a car like this.

The bodywork is great; in fact, it looks as if there has only been minimal amounts of work done on this car, such as a roof wing, side skirts and front bumper. One nice touch is the wing mirror covers, these have carbon fibre covers, but even better than that is the roof section, that has been made by hand from carbon fibre too.

This is car that almost looks like a prototype or even a concept car that you would see at a car show, but it is just the result of a well thought out plan, a lot of hard work and of course the one factor that ties all modified cars, a fair amount of cash!

Engine Modification

100 Shot NOS

Injen Intake

Motordyne ?Plenum Spacer

Stillen engine damper

HKS Hi-Power Exhaust

RE Short Shifter

Engine Management

Greddy Emanage Ultimate

Drive train Modification

JWT Clutch Flywheel

Chromoly Pivot Fork

Stainless Steel CLutch Line

Suspension

Tein CS coilover

Tein EDFC

Tein inner/outer tie rods

GT-Spec rear lower tie bar

GT-Spec rear lower mid brace

GT-Spec front lower tie bar

NRG front upper strut bar

Wheels, Tires, Brakes

OEM Brembo callipers w/ Axxis Ultimate pads

OEM Brembo rotors

SSR Professor MS-1 wheels (19×9+17 and 19×10.5+21)

General Exclaim tires (245/30/19 and 275/30/19)

Exterior

Top Secret front bumper

INGS+1 side skirts

INGS+1 rear apron

Seibon JS Style Carbon fiber hood

Mastergrade carbon fibber trunk

Carbon Craft carbon fibber mirror covers

Custom hand laid carbon fibber roof (not an overlay)

2006 Projector headlight upgrade

UTR2 roof wing

Jimmy Auto Body custom ice pearl red (Harold Rosado Book of Secrets)

Interior

Nismo Shift Knob

JDM Double Din Conversion

I.C.E.

Alpine IVA D200 multi media head units

Alpine IPod Hookup

JL Audio 1000/1 mono amp

JL Audio 300/4 4 channel amp

2 JL Audio 12W6V2

JL Audio Bass knob

Tsunami 1.5 Farad Cap

Optima Red Top Battery

This Subaru is all white!

David Allen — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:05:10 +0000

White cars are often frowned upon as being basic and with no thought going into them, but this one you have to admit is a super colour even though technically it is not a colour at all. It is funny that this colour actually goes in with the Japanese theme; you see so many pastel shades in anime etc that a white car is actually cool, especially as there are few touches of colour highlight the designing eye.

This is a car from 2002 and has a bit of history behind in the World One Performance. Since then there has been a lot of changes to the car, on the outside it still has that classic bodywork, this has been highlighted with the addition of real race tyres and wheels, even though the rubber may have been a little worse for wear.

SPECS Performance: FP 18G (first gen, oil-cooled only), Perrin FMIC (first gen), Perrin short ram intake, Perrin turbo inlet, Perrin pulley, Modded stock injectors, One step colder plugs, HKS uppipe, HKS downpipe, HKS Hi-Power catback, Blitz Dual SBC boost controller, IMP radiator shroud, ECU tek tuned by PDX (282 whp, 270 ft/lbs tq)

Suspension/Brakes: H & R coilovers, Perrin front and rear sway bars, Perrin rear end links, Cusco front and rear strut tower braces, Stop Tech 328 x 28 mm BBK, Axxis Ultimate brake pads front and rear, STi hood scoop (genuine)

Exterior: C-West v2 front bumper (genuine), Charge speed side skirts (genuine), C-West rear lip (genuine), Kaminari CF rear spoiler, CF side markers, Koji-style headlights

Wheels/Tires: Prodrive P1 18×7.5 +53 5×100 Anthracite (winter/street setup), Michelin Pilot Sport AS 225/40/18 (winter/street setup), Advan TC-II 18×7.5 +48 5×100 Gold (show/summer setup), Yokohama S-Drive 225/40/18 (show/summer setup), Rays lug nuts

Interior: Embroidered headrests, STi JDM v7 gauge cluster, STi shifter trim, Omori EGT gauge in driver’s side vent Blitz DTT turbo timer

Source [Tunerzine]

TC SPORTLINE 02-06 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX TURBO BURNOUT CATBACK EXHAUST 3.0″ (FC19)

Product Features

INCREASE IN PERFORMANCE, 100% GRADE A STAINLESS STEEL MATERIAL CONSTRUCTION

O.E. REPLACEMENT, BOLT-ON INSTALLATION, SPECIAL DESIGNED HANGERS TO PREVENT SLIPPAGE

SPECIFIC PIPING DIAMETER SELECTED TO MATCH EACH VEHICLE’S PERFORMANCE LEVEL, COMPACT MUFFLER DESIGN FOR REDUCING WEIGHT

SPECIAL SOUND DAMPENING MATERIALS TO REDUCE NOISE AND PRODUCE DEEP THROATY NOTE WITH REMOVABLE SLIENCER

4.0″ ZEN STYLE EXHAUST TIP FOR SPORTY APPEARANCE, 3.0″ PIPING FOR INCREASED EXHAUST FLOW

Product Description

Burnout series exhaust systems consist of many catback and axle back systems for various import and domestic sports compact vehicles. Designed to be O.E. replacements, each system bolts onto the original mounting locations with uniquely designed hangers that prevent slippage. With 3.0″ catback piping, it allows for increased exhaust flow throughout the RPM range without losing too much back pressure at lower RPM. Sporty Zen style muffler features compact canister with 4.0″ muffler tip. Special sound dampening materials inside the muffler canister facilitate deep and low throaty exhaust tone and increase low end torque for street use. Made of 100% grade A stainless steel material, the burnout exhaust systems are not only attractive in appearance but they also have high durability.

Priced at $159.20

Source [Amazon]

High-Performance Subaru Builder’s Guide: Includes the Impreza, Legacy, Forester, Outback, WRX and STI (S-A Design) (Paperback)

Paperback: 144 pages

Publisher: S-A Design (August 15, 2007)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1932494510

ISBN-13: 978-1932494518

Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches

Product Description

Now more than ever, Subaru fanatics have a wealth of factory and aftermarket performance upgrades at their disposal. In High-Performance Subaru Builder’s Guide, author Jeff Zurschmeide explains in detail the similarities and differences between the Subaru models, and describes how to modify each for performance on the street and at the track. He uses over 300 colour photos to show you how to modify your Impreza, Legacy, WRX, or STI for improved acceleration, handling, braking, and style. The book provides detailed chapters explaining how to modify the intake, exhaust, turbocharger, and computer systems for more horsepower and torque–plus info on upgrading your drivetrain to handle all that power. If taking corners is your thing, you’ll find chapters on the suspension, steering, chassis, brakes, and wheels and tires. A special chapter even shows you how to get started in your favourite type of racing, including examples of successful racers and their cars.

Book Description

Priced at $18.21

Source [Amazon]

Tags: builders, import, impreza, Performance, Subaru, WRX

The brilliant MR2 Type ONO

David Allen — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 17:14:43 +0000

When Toyota first brought out the MR2 in the late eighties it took the market by storm, people from all around the world could not get their hands on one quick enough and that is how the market for a good sports car developed. Now most of the major car manufacturers have their own mini sports car, but still the MR2 is the one that is leagues ahead of the rest and in fact, the fantastic MR2 is out there on its own.

This car has had a lot of work done to it, the first signs are that of the body this has been with style and a lot of attention to detail, the car clearly has all of the right bulges and bumps and they are all in the right places. The interior has been made to look more European than Japanese, the way that the dials have been surrounded by carbon fibre and fabric to give that mix of class and high performance.

Specifications:

1992 Toyota MR2 Turbo

Engine: Toyota 2.0L DOHC Turbocharged Inline 4

Engine Modifications: HKS: (suction pipe, gas pipe, heat shield, turbo cover, piping, bracket, valve cover, Super Sequential blow off valve, cams); GReddy: (intercooler, turbo piping, hoses, oil cooler, oil catch can); one off custom titanium exhaust system, Nology wires, engine bay rewrapped in carbon fibre, miscellaneous chrome parts, NX nitrous system

Engine Management: GReddy e-Manage, APEXi AVC-R boost controller

Drivetrain Modifications: HKS twin plate clutch, TRD LSD

Suspension: one off APEXi N1 damper with Swift Springs, one off stabilizer links, chrome and pillow balls for links, TRD strut bar

Wheels, Tires, Brakes: (fr) 18×7.5-inch Volk Racing SF-Challenge in gold with 215/40/18 Dunlop FM901 tires, Brembo 2 piece calipers with 8 titanium pistons calipers, Project mU rotors; (r) 18×9.5-inch Volk Racing SF-Challenge in gold with 225/40/18 Dunlop FM901 tires, Brembo rear brake kit with Project mU rotors; brake lines rerouted for ABS removal with Hurst line lock

Chassis, Body: custom one piece front end consisting of: USDM turn signals, Bomex bumper, 5cm wide fenders and Nissan Cima F50 headlights; carbon flaps, side skirts and fenders moulded together, rear blister fender wide bodied and moulded, JGTC style rear bumper, one off rear diffuser, JGTC trunk built to house genuine Nismo Hoshino dry carbon fibre wing, Bomex: (rear engine lid, air duct); rear tire housing wrapped in carbon fibre, front one piece equipped with air cylinders to raise front end with timer relay, custom BASF paint

I.C.E.: Carrozzeria H9 head unit / navigation, two Phoenix Gold amplifiers, Focal Utopia speakers, JL Audio subwoofers

Interior Modifications: Bride seats, Takata harnesses, Ractive shift knob, Ignited switches, TRD: (short shifter, steering wheel); Pivot: (oil temperature, water temperature, speedometer, tachometer gauges, boost); entire interior reupholstered in Alcantara fabric

Numbers: Not available

Sponsors: Rays Engineering, Bomex, Pivot, Ignited, BASF, JL Audio

Source [Tunerzine]

1992-95 TOYOTA MR2 TURBO Cross Drill & Slotted Rotors

Product Features

YEAR:1992-95

MAKE: TOYOTA

MODEL: MR2 TURBO

Two FRONT & two REAR -CROSS DRILL & SLOTTED ROTORS

Product Description

Speedy Dynamic offering the highest quality aftermarket and OEM parts to the car enthusiast groups. We have a large selection of high performance brake pads, cross drilled brake rotors, slotted brake rotors, and stainless steel brake lines for most cars, trucks and SUV’s with a competitive pricing. Advantages of the our Cross-drilled and Slotted Rotors ;Increased brake pad bite; Maximum air circulation for increased cooling; Faster release of brake pad gases; Improved wet weather braking; Reduced fade; Increased Safety and Reliability.

Priced at $133

Source [Amazon]

EZ Cover Car Cover 1985-1996 Toyota MR2

Product Description Finally – A Car Cover That is Easy to Use AND Easy to STORE!

The EZCOVER is unlike any cover before it. This car cover is so easy to use you will wonder how you ever got along without it. The case allows the cover to be stored in an area that takes up less than 1.5 ft of space.

The EZ Cover Car Cover is also incredibly easy to put on your car or SUV. No more fumbling to find the front of the car cover. The front of the cover ALWAYS comes out first. Once the cover is on the car, simply store the case in the trunk with the attached string. The Reel In case allows you to keep your clothing clean while removing the cover because the cover never has to touch your clothing! Best of all the cover Reels back into the case in about 30 seconds, making storage a snap!

Fabric and Materials – The EZcover is constructed of a special high-grade polyester material that has been treated with waterproof and UV coating during the manufacturing process. These coatings keep water, dust, sun, snow, bird droppings, acid rain and industrial pollutants from penetrating the cover and therefore protecting your vehicle. This fabric was designed to be both functional and durable. The EZcover is a technologically advanced lightweight cover that can withstand the same elements as a heavier more bulky car cover. Not only is it durable but it is very soft so that it will not scratch your vehicle.

Amazing Features – Built in Grommets: EZ Cover has built in grommets on the bottom of the cover that allow cable and locks to be used to provide additional security for your car cover

Suction Cup & String: EZ Cover comes with an attached suction cup and a string that can be placed over your license plate. Once secured you can pull the cover out of the case and over the car all while

Priced at $109.99

Source [Amazon]

Tags: build, cool, import, Japan, mr2, Toyota

Mazda RX7 in silver

David Allen — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:24:41 +0000

This is stunning looking car that has had a lot of time and cash spent on it, but the results are something beautiful, it could even be a work of art. It has smooth silver lines and curves, but occasionally there is the flash of red Bride seats coming through the window. Red and silver is such a great combination of colours.

This is probably one of the curviest RX7’s around; it has bulges, curves and arches that blend together in perfect harmony. It really is a fantastic looking car that is capable of delivering around 345 HP at the rear wheels, which is something to think of when you have this car sitting behind at a junction.

The Mazda RX7 has been and still is a great car, this one is a great example of this model that has been carefully worked at and the finished item is absolutely top notch.

Engine Modification

Engine

13B-REW Street Port

Apexi Power FC

Apexi Blow off valve

Apexi Noir Exhaust

Apexi GT Downpipe

Apexi Grounding Kit

HKS RS Intake

HKS RS Reloaded Filters

Fluidyne Radiator

Braille Battery kit

Carbing Air Diverter Panal

Greddy Oil Catch Can

Greddy Elbow

Greddy Intercooler Piping

Skunk2 Brake Reservoir Cover

Weapon R Engine Torque Damper

Hose Techniques Silicon Vacuum Hoses

Torco SR-5 20-50 Full Synthetic Oil

Engine Management

Apexi Power FC

Suspension

TEIN Super Street Coilover kit

Swift Springs 10kg F /10kg R

Cusco strut bar

Suspension Techniques front and rear sway bars

Hard Race Steering end links

Hard Race Trailing arms

Hard Race Toe Links

Wheels, Tires, Brakes

StopTech 332×32 2 Piece Slotted Rotors

StopTech ST-45 Calipers

StopTech Stainless Steel Brake Lines

Axxis Ultimate Brake Pads

ATE Blue Brake Fluid

Enkei RP03 SBC 18×9 +18

Enkei RP03 SBC 18×10 +22

Muteki Lug Nuts

Dunlop Direzza DZ101 245/40R18 front

Dunlop Direzza DZ101 275/35R18 rear

Exterior

Lexus IS 350 Tungsten Pearl Silver Paint

KS Auto – Burnout Hybrid FRP Front Bumper

KS Auto – Burnout Hybrid FRP Side skirts

KS Auto – Burnout Hybrid FRP Rear Bumper

Fujita Engineering Hood (FEED)

KS Auto – Burnout 20mm Front Fenders and 20mm Rear fenders

Evo-R Sleek Headlight Conversion

Sonar LED Tail lights

Shine Auto Tail Light Cover

99 Spec turn signals

FEED Japan carbon fibre door handles

Interior

Sparco Hub NRG V2.5 Quick Release

MOMO Tuner Steering wheel

Apexi AVC-R

Apexi Rev/Speed Meter 0-100 Timer

Apexi EL2 Oil Temp

Apexi EL2 Water Temp

Apexi EL2 EGT

Apexi EL2 Oil Press

Apexi EL2 Fuel Pressure

Apexi EL2 Boost KPA

Apexi EL2 Control Box

Greddy Turbo timer

Bride Seat FG Rails

Bride Exas III Seats

Custom Heel Toe Pedal

Relocated AC Air Controls

Alpine Head Unit

Ignited Push Starter

Ignited Din Panel

Ignited Switches

Alpine In Dash

The Nissan 350Z ready for action

David Allen — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:55:01 +0000

Getting your hands on the beautiful Nissan 350Z is one thing that many drivers simply dream about, this is car that offers everything that you would expect from a high performance car, coupled with the reliability of the Nissan brand. Who would not in their right mind want to get behind the wheel of one these babies and blast it around the track few times!

Yet as normal this is no ordinary Nissan 350Z, this car has been rebuilt virtually from scratch, you only have to look at the specs to see what has been done to this car, the is very long and concise. As you can imagine the not only has this taken a lot of time, money is factor too as all of this equipment and parts do not come cheaply, therefore sometimes the odd sponsor comes in handy, get all this together an you are halfway to building a decent car.

Engine Modification

VQ35DE

APS/Garrett GT35R Single Turbo

APS DR Series Bar & Plate Front Mount Intercooler

APS 500cc Injectors

APS High Volume Twin Vent Blow Off Valve

APS Single Turbo High Output 2.5″ Exhaust

Walboro 255 LPH High Flow Fuel Pump

MotorDyne Plenum Spacer

Max Earth Grounding Kit

APS High Capacity Oil Pan

Greddy Oil Catch Can

Greddy Breather Tank

SGP DA Breather Tank Cooling Mod

SGP Modified Thermostat

Mishimoto Radiator

Mishimoto Radiator Cap

AutoTecknic Carbon Fibre Radiator Panel

Amsoil Fluids

Engine Management

HKS F-CON IS – Wired to head unit to display CAMP system

HKS F-CON VPRO harness

Drive train Modification

SPEC Stage 3 Clutch

SPEC Aluminium Light Weight Flywheel

SGP SST Clutch Line

Suspension

Hotchkis Lowering Springs

Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars

JIC Magic Carbon Fibre Strut Tower Bar

Wheels, Tires, Brakes

Volk RE30 Formula Silver 19×10 +30F and 19×11 +25R

Project Mu Front Forged four Piston Callipers

Project Mu 355mm SCR-Pro Rotors

Project Mu B-Force Front Brake Pads (1 Per Piston)

Project Mu Teflon Steel Braided Brake Lines

BF Goodrich g-Force T/A KDW (Front 255/35/19 Rear 285/35/19)

Exterior

Vertex Lang Body Kit and Canards

Blitz Rear Spoiler

S2000 Antenna

Fairlady Z Emblem

Vertex Emblem

Underground Graphics Decal Package

Interior

Bride Zeta III Driver

Bride XAX II Passenger

Vertex 10th Anniversary 350mm Steering Wheel

Works Bell Quick Release and Hub

Sparco Harness Bar

Crow Enterprise 5 Point Harness

Greddy Profec Type S Boost Controller

Defi-Link Meter BF Amber Boost Gauge

Defi-Link Meter BF Amber Oil Pressure Gauge

Defi-Link Meter BF Amber Water Temperature Gauge

Defi-Link Meter Control Unit II

Valentine One Stealth Mount w/ Concealed Display

Custom Bride Floor and Trunk Mats

Project Mu Shift Knob and Pedal Set

Vertex Leather Shift Boot

I.C.E.

Kenwood DDX8017 ?Kenwood KNA-DV4100

JL Audio XR650CSi 6.5 Component Speakers

JL Audio VR650CXi 6.5 Coaxial Speakers

JL Audio 300/4 Amplifier

A 2002 R34 GTR aka The Dark Prince

David Allen — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:59:58 +0000

There is something about the Skyline that strikes fear into the heart of many racers; this is simply because of the reputation that precedes it. Stories of it being a monster of a car that takes on almost everything on the road and beats it.

But the Skyline has a pedigree, not only does it have the technology and power to match, this is car that was developed at the world famous Nurburgring racetrack in Germany, this where the famous NUR model came of age with only 750 being made, there is a distinct possibility that there are only a couple in the US.

Whether this is one of those couple or an import is not known and in fact nobody is going to let on either, what we do know it that this car is a superb example of this machine and being finished in black just adds even more mystery to the whole story.

Specs of the Dark Prince:

Exterior: NISMO front bumper, NISMO side skirts, NISMO rear skirts, NISMO rear, carbon fibre diffuser, NISMO clear front and side markers, NISMO front diffuser, chrome brackets, HID headlights

Wheels: 19×10″ Volk Racing wheels with Yokahama S-03, Rotora 8-piston front callipers with 405mm slotted & drilled rotors, Rotora 4-piston rear callipers with 355mm slotted & drilled rotors

Suspension: Tein fully adj coilovers, GReddy front strut tower bar

Engine/Drive train: Tomei fully built motor including:, balanced and blueprinted rotating, assembly, forged pistons, rods, Poncams 256/260 camshafts, springs and retainers, oil pump, oil pan baffles, ARC oil catch can, ARC titanium air rad guide panel, ARMS built turbos, Veilside downpipe, APEXI titanium cat-back, race-pipe, APEXI twin intake filters, APEXI Power FC standalone ecu with hand held commander, Blitz boost controller, NISMO twin discs clutch

Interior: Field torque splitter, NISMO g-force meter, NISMO upgraded engine, display gauges, NISMO speedo and RPM gauges, Kenwood DVD player with in-dash screen, Diamond audio speakers and amps

Source [Tunerzine]

Nissan Skyline GTR Subject Poster Print, 36×24

Product Features

Poster Title: Nissan Skyline GTR

Size: 36 x 24 inches

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 24 x 36 x 24 inches

Product Description

AllPosters.com is the world’s #1 seller of posters, prints, photographs, specialty products and framed art. We are dedicated to bringing our customers the best selection of high quality wall décor that is perfect for their home or office. Browse our catalogue of over 300,000 items that include entertainment and specialty posters, decorative prints, and art reproductions. Whether you are looking for your favourite movie or music poster, a framed Monet reproduction, or a print of the Eiffel Tower you will find it at AllPosters.com. Visit our Amazon store today at www.amazon.com/allposters to find Special Offers and search by subject category or artist. AllPosters.com provides unmatched service with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We ship internationally to over 80 countries. Decorate your home today with your favourite pictures.

Priced at $7.99

Source [Amazon]

Skyline GT-R: The Ultimate Japanese Supercar (Hardcover)

Product Details

Hardcover: 160 pages

Publisher: Haynes Publishing; 1st edition (July 15, 2005)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1844251055

ISBN-13: 978-1844251056

Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches

Product Description: The Nissan Skyline GT-R is the icon among Japanese performance cars. It is almost mythical status is accentuated both by its domination of numerous motorsport divisions and by its ultimate tune ability, which has led to GT-Rs with well over 1000bhp. Only officially sold in strictly limited numbers outside Japan, the large number of grey imports in the UK, Australia and the USA have ensured that the legend has spread and the GT-R has a huge inspirational following worldwide. Although the GT-R has towering power and performance, the sophisticated chassis and cutting-edge technology mean that it can be driven safely and swiftly by almost anyone. A unique insight into the ultimate Japanese supercar.

About the Author: Andy Butler contributes to a wide range of motoring magazines, and is the author of Haynes’ well received you and Your Golf GTI, You and Your Mitsubishi Evo and ICE Manual.

Priced at $22.76

Source [Amazon]

Tags: GTR, imports, Japan, nissan, nur, skyline

The Nissan 350Z in pure black

David Allen — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:51:17 +0000

From the outside this car looks like any other Nissan 350Z, so that means that this is uber cool and does not need anything done to it.

We would wrong in that case, because although from the outside the car does look as if it has just pulled out of the showroom, it looks that good, but Robert O’Brien has other ideas about it and swiftly set about making some subtle changes.

Most of the work has been done underneath the bodywork, leaving the gleaming black paintwork to speak for itself. That is the great thing about the Nissan 350Z, its great car as it is, so with the know how and some extra cash the Nissan 350Z can be made into something very special indeed.

Owner: Robert O’Brien

Ride: ’03 Nissan 350Z Twin Turbo

Location: Texas

Mods: Jim Wolf Technology 700BB twin-turbo system, Swain Tech BBE-coated front-mount intercooler, HKS SSQV, AutoTechnic carbon-fibre shroud, JWT Pop Charger with heat shield, ARC V2 oil catch can, Koyo oversized radiator, Samco blue hoses, Cosworth intake manifold (polished), UR underdrive crank pulley with Gates Belts, DeatschWerks 600cc injectors, NGK iridium IX one-step colder spark plugs, Braille 15-pound carbon-fibre battery with Braille battery mount, carbon-fibre battery and brake fluid covers, Stillen oil cooler with thermostat, Walbro 255lph fuel pump, APS 2.5-inch test pipes, Stillen TD cat-back ZR single tips, TurboXS UTEC, TurboXS Tuner wideband with Bosch O2 sensor, TurboXS DTEC map sensor, Perrin boost solenoid, ARC oil cap, ARC radiator cap, TEIN hood dampers, Project Kics magnetic oil plug, JWT clutch, JWT flywheel, AP stainless steel clutch line, Aerosync carbon-fibre strut tower brace, GTSPEC fender braces, GTSPEC four-point mid chassis reinforcement brace, GTSPEC Rear Tie Braces, GTSPEC rear lateral arm, Hotchkis Stage 1 TVS kit (lowering springs, adjustable sway bars, bushings, and brackets), StopTech big brake kit (front: 14-inch four-pot silver caliper; rear: 13-inch two-pot silver caliper), slotted zinc coated with black hat rotors, Work Meister S1 three-piece 19×9.5 (front), 19×11(rear), Yokohama Advan Sport 255/35-19 (front), 285/35-19(rear), Ichiba Spacers: 5mm (front), Project Kics R40 racing lugs with locks, Intense Power front lip, Stillen street scene grille (painted flat black), JDM Nissan smoked markers, Nismo horns, 6000k D2R bulbs, AUT carbon-fibre Z emblem filler, 15 percent tint, Varis carbon-fibre B-pillars, Perrin Shorty antenna, removed rear wiper, JDM Fairlady Z emblem, rearview radar detector mount, Bel RX65 laser/radar detector, dual pod A-pillar, Defi-Link control unit, Defi-Link 60mm BF Series gauges (Imperial units and white), boost gauge, fuel pressure gauge, Defi-Link display, Defi-Link oil temperature sensor, Defi-Link water temperature sensor, Defi-Link indicator II, Nismo Ti shift knob, TurboXS UTEC map switch, Clifford Matrix 12.5X, Pioneer AVIC-D3X DVD/Navigation with Bluetooth and iPod control, XM NavTraffic Satellite Radio, JL Audio C5-650 components, JL Audio TR650Cxi rear speakers, JL 500/5 (100×2 components, 25×2 rear, 250×1 sub), JL Audio 10W3v3 subwoofer, 350Z corner box, rear license plate camera, Seibon carbon-fibre TS-style hood, Seibon carbon-fibre TT-style rear lip

Future Plans: Nismo V2 front fascia and side skirts, Mastergrade carbon-fibre rear hatch, Tanabe Sustec Pro Seven coilovers with TEAS electronic active suspension controller, and 18-inch Volk Racing RE30 wheels with R-Compound tires.

Source [Turbo Magazine]

Exedy D-Core Carbon Twin Clutch Kit Nissan 350Z VQ35DE 03-06

Product Features

Nissan 350Z

VQ35DE

Product Description

Exedy D-Core Carbon Twin Clutch Kit Nissan 350Z VQ35DE 03-06

Introducing the new generation of clutch systems by Exedy, D-Core the revolutionary Carbon clutch system, developed to achieve the ultimate goal of comfort and ease of operation the D-Core is purpose built to absorb the noise and vibration emanating from Drivetrain components such as the differential gear, transmission and engine. The D-Core system is designed to protect the Drive train by absorbing and dissipating “shock torque” and is especially effective in vehicles fitted with 6speed transmissions. Superior engineering enable the D-Core clutch system to possess an ideal clutch engagement position, increased clamp loads and lower pedal effort, while the unique Carbon Fibre friction material allows comfortable half-engaged clutch operation and responsive gear changes.

Specs:

Sprung Hub

Push Type Clutch

225mm Disc

24 Tooth Spline

25.6mm Major Diameter

Priced at $2,587.98

Source [Amazon]

Brembo 1B1.8032A-Red 350 GT 4 Piston Big Brake Kits

Product Description

Built for the (03 and up) Nissan 350Z… Brembo Gran Turismo Systems are excellent for stopping power in everyday traffic, as well as superior high performance street and track driving. They are designed to bolt onto the vehicles original suspension, and are fully compatible with the vehicles stock brake master cylinder and anti-lock braking system (ABS).While most Brembo Gran Turismo Brake System packages have been developed specifically to replace the vehicle s front brakes (due to the high braking demands encountered there), rear brake systems are also offered for selected applications. For vehicles not offering a Gran Turismo System for the rear axle, Brembo Sport brake rotors (slotted or drilled) are available to replace the stock rotors on the rear axle and provide a matched appearance on all four corners of the vehicle. Gran Turismo Brake Systems packages combine high performance fixed aluminium brake calipers, large diameter 1- or 2-piece vented brake rotors, brake pads, stainless steel braided brake lines and aircraft quality mounting brackets and hardware. (See photo and chart below.) Brake caliper and rotor sizes are selected based on the vehicle s requirements. In most cases, the aluminium calipers are available in red, sliver or black finishes. Additionally, the rotors feature drilled or slotted disc surfaces depending on the vehicle application and brake system selected. All cross-drilled holes are bi-angle chamfered at the rotor s outer surfaces to help reduce the cracking caused by repeated, high stress, high temperature brake applications. Gran Turismo brake discs are coated for corrosion resistance to help eliminate rust and to offer a bold, aggressive appearance to enhance the look of the vehicle s road wheels.1-Piece Drilled/Vented Rotors 2-Piece Drilled/Vented Rotors 2-Piece Slotted/Vented RotorsNotes1 – Requires minor modification to the OEM steering knuckle.2 – Requires minor modification to the OEM steering knuckle and use of included custom hub

Priced at $3,327.24

Source [Amazon]

Tags: 350z, build, import, Japan, nissan

The 750 HP Nissan 350Z

David Allen — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:37:18 +0000

The fabulous Nissan 350Z is a fantastic car even as it rolls off the assembly line. But for some people that is simply not enough they are going to want more from this car and as you would expect that is no problem because there is so much that can be done to make this car a racing machine to be reckoned with.

Yet this is the sort of car that you would expect to find just down at the track, which is true of course, this car can often be seen ripping the track up drag meetings and time attacks. However, there is somewhere else where this 350Z can found and that is on the road, yes the owner Frank Trapani can often be seen taking this silver/grey machine on the street.

The car is not quite finished currently it tops out at around 670 HP, which is good. But could there be just a little but more in there to play, the team think so and they will be looking at a 25 psi re-tune and a few other little tweaks will push this car right up to 750 HP now that is what you call power.

2005 NISSAN 350Z

Output 670 whp @ 7,000 rpm, 617 lb-ft of torque @ 4,500 rpm

Engine Brian Crower Stage 2 cams, valve springs, retainers; Pauter connecting rods; Arias Extreme Duty 9.0:1 pistons; Powerlab oil pan, intake manifold spacer, front-mount intercooler, three-inch piping; ACL race bearings; HKS headgasket, EVC 6 boost controller, custom four-inch carbon fibber Ti Toyota Supra exhaust, F-Con V Pro EMS; ARP L19 headstuds; five-angle valve job; Garrett GT37R turbocharger; TiAL 44mm wastegate, 50mm blow-off valve; Koyo radiator; Samco Sport hoses; Autotechnik carbon fibber diversion panels; Deatschwerks 850cc injectors; Walbro 255Lph fuel pump; Altered Atmosphere throttle body spacer, billet fuel rail; Nismo oil cap, radiator cap, polished intake plenum; OEM Nissan ’06 350Z oil pump

Drivetrain Spec twin-disc clutch, lightweight aluminum flywheel

Suspension TEIN Basic coilovers; GT Spec front strut brace; SBC camber kit; Hotchkis front and rear sway bars

Wheels/Tires Volk Racing GT-F wheels (19×9.5 front, 19×10.5 rear); Toyo Proxes T1-R tires (245/35-19 front, 275/30-19 rear)

Brakes Megan Racing brakes (14.5-inch slotted rotors with six-piston calipers front, 13.5-inch slotted rotors with four-piston calipers rear), stainless steel brake lines

Exterior INGS+1 N-Spec front bumper; GReddy GRacer rear bumper; Nismo Version 3 hood; VIS Racing Invader 3 canards; Veilside Version 1 rear wing; ’07 Nissan 350Z LED taillights, headlights cleared and painted, HID conversion; Stillen rear roof spoiler; BASF Dark Shadow/Silverstone two-tone base paint, pearl, clearcoat

Interior Veilside VSD-1 Limited carbon fibber seats; EVO-R carbon fibber dash accents, titanium shift knob

Electronics Defi Imperial gauges, Link control unit; Pioneer AVH 6800 head unit; JL Audio 5000 amplifier, W3 subwoofers (x2), stealthbox; Rockford Fosgate Type R component speakers, door speakers

Gratitude Jeremy Tibbs @ Performance Factory and Altered Atmosphere; Vinny Ten; Intense Motorsports; Auto Elite; Discount Auto Sound; GT Spec; East Coast Truck and Auto; the S.A.G.E. crew; Tim, Kevin, Ray and Danny @ Strike Team; the rest of the Long Island crew; my family for their endless help and support

Source [Import Tuner]

Turbonetics Nissan 350Z ’03-’05 Non Rev up (w/o Cat) 15134

Product Features

New HP: 450HP@8.5psi 163HP gain!

Includes 3.0″ Downpipe W/O catalytic converter

Easy Bolt-on Turbo Kit

Product Description

Includes 3.0″ Downpipe W/O catalytic converter Finally an easy to bolt-on turbo kit for the 350Z and G35 that makes serious horsepower. Developed by Turbonetics engineering to accomplish both of these tasks, this kit does both and more. Everything required for a complete installation is included in the package. Stock HP: 287 HP New HP: 450HP@8.5psi 163HP gain! -Crankshaft horsepower with 94 octane fuel – HP may vary based on difference in octane INSTALLATION 10-12 hours install time No modifications to chassis required No cutting, splicing of electrical components INCLUDED IN KIT T4 60-1 Ball Bearing Turbo Spearco intercooler Raptor blow-off valve Evolution wastegate Re-flash engine management Walbro in-tank hi-flow fuel pump Stainless oil feed line Intercooler fan controller (G35 kits) Taps for oil return and oil feed fittings Polished stainless exhaust tubes with v-band connections Aluminum intercooler pipes Silicone hoses High-flow air filter 6 drop-in Denso high flow injectors T-bolt & V-band clamps Nuts, bolts and fittings

Priced at $5,395

Source [Amazon]

Nissan 350Z & Infiniti G35, 2003-2008 (Haynes Repair Manual) (Paperback)

Paperback: 336 pages

Publisher: Haynes Manuals, Inc. (May 8, 2008)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1563927233

ISBN-13: 978-1563927232

Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.3 x 0.8 inches

Product Description

Book Description

Priced at $16.47

Source [Amazon]

Tags: 350z, import, Japan, nissan

Honda Civic 2007 by Michael Rochman

David Allen — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:52:07 +0000

The late Honda Civic is a superb machine with performance and a great design with lines that show that this car means business, but that is even before someone like Michael Rochman gets their hands on it.

Now the car is a fantastic looking machine and that is without the performance of car, sometimes builders go for one or the other, it is either speed or looks and that is fine if that what the owner wants to do, but with this Civic you get both speed and performance.

The looks are sometimes the main factor, because there are many Honda Civics around even the same year and model. So it is looks that is going to make all of the difference when the cars are out in the street, but when it comes to being the best there are plenty of experts out there who are only too quick to judge where things have gone wrong.

Michael Rochman – 07 Honda Civic SI

Engine Modification

AEM Cold Air Intake

DC Race Header

Skunk2 Megapower R 70mm Catback Exhaust

Skunk2 Oil Cap

Skunk2 Battery Tie Down

Hondata Intake Manifold Gasket

Buddy Club Racing Spec Power Condenser

Mugen Radiator Cap

Mugen Reservoir Covers

Steel Braided Hoses

Greddy Catch Can

Engine Management

Hondata Reflash

Suspension

Buddy Club N+ 15-way Damper Coil-overs

Skunk2 Rear Camber Arms

Megan H-Brace

Megan Front Lower Tie Bar

Megan Rear Lower Tie bar

Wheels, Tires, Brakes

18″ x 8 Gram Light 57S Pro rims +37 offset Custom polished by RO_JA

BFGoodrich KDW 235/40 Tires

Skunk2 extended Wheel Studs

Skunk2 Lugs

Exterior

PPG Alabaster Silver Metallic Paint with House of Kolor Blue Pearl

Roof Painted PPG Nighthawk Black Pearl

VIS Carbon Fibre Hood

VIS Carbon Fibre Trunk with Bezel Painted Nighthawk Black Pearl

JDM Civic Type R Carbon Fibre Spoiler

JDM Side Markers

JDM Fog Lights

JDM Emblems

Mugen Style Front Lip

Mugen Side Skirts Moulded into Body

Mugen RR Style Rear Lip with diffuser painted Nighthawk Black Pearl

Front lower Grill removed

Datum1 Front and Rear Tow Hooks

Side Window Visors

8000k HID Low Beams

JDM Amber High Beams

3000K HID Fog Lights

Interior

Red Bride Door Inserts

Red Bride Centre Console

Red Bride Rear Seat Inserts

Red Brix Reclinable Bucket Seats

Mugen Buckskin Steering Wheel

Personal Grinta Steering Wheel

NRG Quick Release Hub

Mugen Shift Knob

Mugen Shift Boot

JDM Air Freshener

I.C.E.

Pioneer AVIC-D3 Navi/Multimedia Head Unit

Focal 6.5″ Components Front and Rear

2 JL Audio W3 10″ Subs

500 watt TMA mono Amp

1 Farad Cap

Playstation 2

Source [Carbon8 Mag]

8500K BLUE SUPER PLASMA XENON HID H11 FOG LIGHT HONDA CIVIC 06-08

Product Features

These are H9 modified Bulbs to Fit H11 applications

These bulbs provide about 800 more Luminous Flux

Almost twice the brightness as regular H11 Bulbs

“100% Safe for your wiring, will not melt your wiring or damage headlight housing”

DOT compliant & certified under 49USC30115 Standard 1229

Product Description

“These bulbs use the latest revolutionary Xenon gas technology The presence of Xenon gas in the halogen gas mix acts as a heat dissipater to allow the use of a hotter filament and there for get more lumens from the same wattage, as well as increasing the colour temperature of the light. We offer these bulbs in White Laser (6000K), Blue (8500K), and Purple (12000K).”

Priced at $19.99

Source [Amazon]

HONDA CIVIC 1999-2007 PREMIUM FITTED CAR COVER W BAG

Product Features

Two Year Warranty

“This premium car cover kit has double stitched seams, fully elasticized hems, tie down grommets and

Composed entirely of UV treated light-weight spun-bonded polypropylene material that is super soft a

“Water Repellent, Mildew resistant, UV Treated”

Product Description

“This premium car cover kit is perfect whether you are storing your car for the winter or taking it on and off every day! The kit ships complete with an oversized storage bag at no additional cost, making storage a breeze! Plus, since the storage bag is oversized there will be no more struggling, trying to fold your cover just so in order to fit it back into the bag! Now you’ll be able to slide it right in!”

Priced at $32.49

Source [Amazon]

Tags: civic, honda, import, Japan