Hey 1UZ-FE, 2UZ-FE, and 3UZ-FE power enthusiasts! We've talked before about how the Toyota/Lexus UZ family of engines – from the venerable 1UZ non vvti to the later 2UZ VVTi and 3UZ-FE – were engineered for incredible reliability in daily commuting. Lexus set the factory temperatures for these Lexus V8 powerhouses...

So you've decided to swap one of Toyota's legendary V8s—the 1UZ-FE, 2UZ-FE, or 3UZ-FE—into your project car. Awesome choice! 🚀 These engines are known for their smoothness, reliability, and incredible potential. But if you're chasing serious horsepower, there's one major bottleneck you can't ignore: the exhaust system. To make real power,...

Hey 2JZ-GE enthusiasts and owners of the iconic Lexus SC300 and Naturally Aspirated Toyota Supra! Your 2JZ non vvti engine is a legendary powerplant, known for its incredible reliability and potential. While the original distributor ignition system was perfectly adequate for its time, modern performance demands and a desire for optimal...

For owners of the iconic Lexus SC300 and SC400, the pursuit of performance often leads to powerful engine swaps and forced induction. Whether you're running a 2JZ-GE, a boosted 2JZ, a 1UZ-FE, a supercharged 1UZ, or a turbo 1UZ-FE, these legendary engines generate significant heat. But beyond horsepower, true optimization...

We are living in the golden age of the Nissan S-Chassis. Whether you're building a Nissan 240sx track car here in the States or a pristine Nissan Silvia show car, the platform has never been more capable. A huge part of that is the incredible variety of engine swaps available....

The Nissan 240sx is one of the most versatile project cars on the planet. Whether you're building a drift missile, a grip monster, or a clean street car, the possibilities are endless. But as you lower your car and swap in a powerful new engine, you expose one of the...

If you're a fan of the legendary Nissan S Chassis, you know the platform is a tuner's dream. But for every perfectly executed Nissan 240sx, there's one that suffers from a frustratingly common problem: the dreaded front bumper sag. It’s that tell-tale droop right in the middle of the bumper that...

It’s Saturday afternoon here in Central Florida, and across the country, garages are humming with the sound of progress. For many, that progress involves what is arguably the greatest four-cylinder engine ever made: the Honda K series. Whether it’s a K20 or a K24, this engine is the undisputed king of...

For the dedicated BMW E46 enthusiast, pushing limits means optimizing every aspect of your vehicle. While the E46 platform, especially the revered M3, is renowned for its balance and performance, there's always room for improvement. One often-underestimated upgrade that delivers significant benefits in both form and function is the addition...

For dedicated BMW E36 enthusiasts, especially those who push their machines to the limit on the track or spirited drives, managing engine bay temperatures and optimizing airflow are paramount. The factory hood has no ventilation system on your E36, including the iconic M3, and it can struggle under demanding conditions....