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Forum: Forced Induction 10-02-2018, 02:54 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 30,504
Posted By empower-auto
Glad you guys stopped bumping this

Glad you guys stopped bumping this
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-19-2018, 05:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 48,903
Posted By empower-auto
Clutch: Ogura Racing Clutch (ORC) 400 Series...

Clutch: Ogura Racing Clutch (ORC) 400 Series Light - Dampened Disc
SC/T/NA: HKS V2 Supercharger
MI/KM: 20k miles
Power/TQ: 266wtq
Lockout: No issues
Stiffness: Close to OEM on other platforms...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-06-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 822
Posted By empower-auto
Why buy questionable injectors from an eBay...

Why buy questionable injectors from an eBay seller when there are a large amount of reputable sellers with guaranteed quality product from ID, DW etc? Seems illogical, even if only to save money....
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-30-2017, 01:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,746
Posted By empower-auto
OS Giken USA office has people you can just call...

OS Giken USA office has people you can just call and get all of this info from.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-08-2017, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,167
Posted By empower-auto
eBay parts ship with eBay gaskets. get Vibrant or...

eBay parts ship with eBay gaskets. get Vibrant or Remflex
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-23-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,198
Posted By empower-auto
My god, thank you. I was reading page one of...

My god, thank you.

I was reading page one of this thread and ready to headbutt my monitor.

Fluidampr 100%
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-20-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,380
Posted By empower-auto
Vertini is another shitty china made replica...

Vertini is another shitty china made replica company that popped up over night. Don't support them.. or ruin your car with massive 19" cheaply cast wheels.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-17-2017, 07:30 PM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 423,924
Posted By empower-auto
Meanwhile HKS USA is looping back and forth...

Meanwhile HKS USA is looping back and forth between existent and non-existent .. and they cannot even answer my simple requests for data on their supercharger and upgrades.

What an embarrassment.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-17-2017, 07:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,992
Posted By empower-auto
Light crank pulley is a useless and aesthetic mod...

Light crank pulley is a useless and aesthetic mod pushed by lazy companies. Use OEM or use a proper piece like a Fluidampr pulley.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-17-2017, 03:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,896
Posted By empower-auto
If you can get that photo too I'll be doubly...

If you can get that photo too I'll be doubly impressed ya whinge
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-16-2017, 01:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,896
Posted By empower-auto
Post pictures when you shoot the wheel across a...

Post pictures when you shoot the wheel across a freeway
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-12-2017, 01:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,644
Posted By empower-auto
I guess it depends what you're doing with the...

I guess it depends what you're doing with the car. There's no blanket answer. My goal is circuit performance and for that a light flywheel is fantastic especially with the quick inputs
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-03-2017, 07:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,644
Posted By empower-auto
I think it just commands more throttle input. If...

I think it just commands more throttle input. If you spin the engine properly to match your drive-line / desired response, a lighter flywheel is very rewarding.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-03-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 1,374
Views: 522,074
Posted By empower-auto
Mike do you know how to get ahold of someone from...

Mike do you know how to get ahold of someone from Ace? I have a few questions and don't feel like polling the masses here. I'm pretty interested in trying out a full header back system on our shop...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-03-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,644
Posted By empower-auto
I'm not sure who does in the U.S but I am a...

I'm not sure who does in the U.S but I am a Canadian based seller -- if you absolutely cannot find someone. I don't know if I am allowed to link or advertise our shop here though as this forum has...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-03-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,644
Posted By empower-auto
If I can make a recommendation that will perform...

If I can make a recommendation that will perform better and have less NVH:

1. ORC 309 or 400 Light Clutch Kit. I recommend the 400w/ Flywheel. It's fantastic. Part # 400 LD-TT 1213

2. Cusco...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-03-2017, 01:36 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 102,077
Posted By empower-auto
There's a lot of wheels that fit All Enkei...

There's a lot of wheels that fit

All Enkei RR wheels in 18"

Advan RZII 18x9.5 +45
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-31-2017, 02:34 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 20,875
Posted By empower-auto
I've driven no less than 15 of these cars from...

I've driven no less than 15 of these cars from 2012 to 2017 and never in my life would I double clutch. What is this ricer nonsense?

edit: "double clutching" in stop and go traffic does not count....
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-25-2017, 03:03 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 63,723
Posted By empower-auto
I hate seeing these long reviews about knock off...

I hate seeing these long reviews about knock off products. Top Speed is garbage, any I've seen come through our shop has defects. We had a GTR in the other day and the brand new Top Speed Y-pipe was...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-18-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,604
Posted By empower-auto
This is a very easy, straight forward, bolt on...

This is a very easy, straight forward, bolt on part. The coolant bypass and plug in the TB are simple. Plug the harness in and follow the startup procedure in the instructions.

This booted up...
Forum: Forced Induction 06-30-2017, 01:01 PM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 423,924
Posted By empower-auto
Absolutely.

Absolutely.
Forum: Forced Induction 06-29-2017, 01:48 PM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 423,924
Posted By empower-auto
I have a first run Version 2 kit from Japanland...

I have a first run Version 2 kit from Japanland and you feel when it engages big time.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-21-2017, 02:01 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 185,329
Posted By empower-auto
Am I correct to understand that there was a...

Am I correct to understand that there was a revision made to parts but no TSB or support from Toyota / Subaru?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-20-2017, 07:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,256
Posted By empower-auto
We do them from the top. I shit you not

We do them from the top. I shit you not
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-13-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,536
Posted By empower-auto
I have an Orc 400 Series clutch/flywheel in my...

I have an Orc 400 Series clutch/flywheel in my boosted 86. It's been amazing. Pedal feel is infinitely better than stock -- it is as easy as or easier to use (due to better feel) than the OEM clutch...
Forum: Forced Induction 06-05-2017, 02:12 PM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 423,924
Posted By empower-auto
Unfortunately ever since HKS USA dissolved the...

Unfortunately ever since HKS USA dissolved the first time years ago -- every iteration of it since has been a complete joke serving as nothing more than a US based warehouse with weak marketing....
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-05-2017, 02:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,000
Posted By empower-auto
For posterity -- there's so many GOOD clutches...

For posterity -- there's so many GOOD clutches for these cars that there's no need to bother with companies like Comp, Spec, Southbin etc

I'm using an ORC 400 and it's been amazing since day 1....
Forum: Engine Swaps 05-08-2017, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,975
Posted By empower-auto
VQ35 Swap Parts

Just curious if anyone has completed a VQ35 Swap and can offer mounts. Thanks
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-25-2017, 01:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,146
Posted By empower-auto
Unfortunately given the circumstances of when the...

Unfortunately given the circumstances of when the misfires began (once during idle after startup, once during slow cruising speed on smooth surface) this would be a poor, yet maybe last ditch effort...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-13-2017, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,146
Posted By empower-auto
This issue was never resolved. If it returns I'll...

This issue was never resolved. If it returns I'll update but for now it's a total mystery that Toyota nor our own shop can figure out.

My next experiment is trying to see whether the weight of oil...
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