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23 Jul 2024 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe
Big Power Engine Parts | Design, Manufacturing & Selection
Aftermarket parts including crankshafts, pistons, rods, engine blocks and more—we all use them—but what goes into deciding what is made and what material is used to ensure you are really getting something better than OEM, and how do you know if you need such an upgrade?
Christian from Nitto Performance Engineering...
23 Jul 2024 / By Peter Kelly
Everything You Need to Know About the SR20DET.
Nissan’s SR20DET will always have a place in the four-cylinder engine hall of fame — not just due to the fact that it powers some of Japan’s most iconic 90s high-performance vehicles, but also because it's a tough motor that, with the right modifications, is capable of handling big power...
19 Jul 2024 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe
This GTiR makes HOW MUCH power at 11,000rpm?!
1200hp is nothing to sneeze at in a full-fat RB-powered Nissan R32 GT-R 'Godzilla', but it's outright wild in an SR20-powered 4wd Nissan pulsar GTi-R running 45 psi of boost! With the naming convention so close is this car worthy of the title 'Mini Godzilla?'
Owner Akin Uykun gave us some...
19 Jul 2024 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe
The Future of EV Conversions?
Love them or not, electric vehicles (EVs) are increasingly popular additions to many of our driveways often with the promise of being a cleaner, more efficient alternative to traditional internal combustion engines (ICE).
19 Jul 2024 / By Peter Kelly
119: 4WD, GT-R-Powered, 1000+WHP Evo. Why.. And How? [PODCAST]
What does it take to build, tune, and drive a monster Mitsubishi Evolution VIII with a 4. 1-litre VR38DETT putting down 1065 hp to all four treads — on pump gas, no less? On this episode of Tuned In, we talk to the Armchair Tuner to find out.
12 Jul 2024 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe
Essential Skill For Car Builders | Hose End Fittings
Oil, fuel, brakes, power steering, coolant, and more are found on any performance vehicle, and reusable hose ends like AN fittings are a popular choice for dependable fittings that are easy to use and remove for general maintenance.
12 Jul 2024 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe
Boost Leaks BLOW! Find & Fix Them.
Checking for boost leaks should be part of your routine maintenance schedule, but is it?
Mark from Redline Detection runs us through how checking for boost/air leaks can help avoid misdiagnosis and ensure a job well done when reassembling an engine, helping rule out any unintentionally introduced errors while on the...
11 Jul 2024 / By Peter Kelly
Everything You Need to Know About the 2JZ-GTE.
The Toyota 2JZ-GTE is one of the most iconic and beloved engines ever produced.
Renowned for its exceptional strength and ability to make BIG power, the 3000cc straight-six 2JZ-GTE has become a favourite among racers, tuners, and street heroes across the globe.