EVENT: TAS 2017 round-up!

We never like to skip on Tokyo Auto Salon (TAS) even though it can get a little hectic at times! And in many ways that’s a good thing, seeing as so many people are interested in the world of modified cars. Now that we’ve had a chance to look back on the event, here are some of our favorite cars; everything from the movers to shakers, trend setters to rule benders.

The Creme de la Creme

Ever since Kato-san of Liberty Walk started working his magic on Supercars, they seem to have gotten more and more popular at TAS. This year was no exception with Supercar royalty out in full force, albeit with an edgier stance.

 

Rise of the Kei

On the other end of the scale, Kei cars (sub 650cc untra-minis) were definitely out in force this year with companies like Daihatsu displaying an array of mean little micro-machines.

The New(ish) Suzuki Alto Works is another driving force behind to growing Kei car tuning market with some nice modified examples out on display this year.

Then there was little Copen sporting a cleanly executed iteration of a ‘fast-back’ style conversion.

And of course, lets not forget the overwhelming number of S660’s this year!

The Renaissance

It’s no secret that over the last decade, new sports car offerings from the major manufacturers has been slim pickings. But in return, the semi-classics and unsung heroes of the sports car world have been enjoying a renaissance so to speak.

Neo-classic icons like the RX-7 were definitely making they’re presence known.

RE-AMEMIYA again wowing us this year with refreshingly interesting styling choices and setups.

Nissan’s R32 GTR is another example, contiuning to gain popularity despite the soaring prices.

And for those of you who want a GTR but just can’t find one, there’s always the Stagea, the RB powered wagon-cousin of the Skyline.

This widebody, carbon clad DC2 Integra tucked away in the corner was one of our favorites.

Ready-for-Race

As with any event, TAS is great way for manufacturers to showcase they’re engineering and racing endeavors.

The all new NSX looking right at home in its ‘GT’ attire.

Under Suzuki’s S15 never ceases to amaze!

Meanwhile, the ‘WRC’ side of the field was well represented too with this Gazoo Racing Yaris (Vitz)…

…flanked by it’s forefathers.

 

UPCOMING FEATURE: CHRIS FORSBERG’S DATSUN X SUPERSTREET

IMAGE SOURCE: Chris Forsberg’s FACEBOOK page

 

If there’s one feature we’re really looking forward to in 2017, it has to be Chris Forsberg’s Datsun in Superstreet magazine!

 

IMAGE SOURCE: Chris Forsberg’s FACEBOOK page

 

Chris’s build bucks the trend in that it houses an RB25 – rather than it’s revered bigger brother the RB26 –  but with around 500 horses on the Dyno, it’s hardly a compromise.

We can’t wait to see the full feature!

 

Chris Forsberg: www.chrisforsbergracing.com/

SuperStreet Magazine: www.superstreetonline.com/

UPDATE: HOMEPAGE REFRESH!

Happy Holidays everyone !

As the year draws to a close, we thought it’d be nice to roll out the refreshed top/front page on our official website! Whilst the rest of the homepage has yet to receive the same treatment, we’ll be rolling out updates throughout 2017 as part of our plans to make navigation of the website much easier.

We’ll also be incorporating more media/content in 2017, so stay tuned and be sure to follow us on our social media accounts linked at the the top of the homepage!

In the meantime, check out the newly added video section to see some of the latest uploads from our partners and customers.

www.tomeiusa.com

 

VIDEO: MX-5/MIATA AT THE ‘RING

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Credit/Special thanks: I.L. Motorsport (www.ilmotorsport.de)

 

Looking at one in Mazda’s showroom, the MX-5/MIATA comes across as small and cute, but I.L. Motorsport’s demo NC couldn’t be further from that! (Just look at their little roadster tearing up the Nurburgring!)

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You see, there’s a reason why the MX-5/MIATA is the best selling roadster of all time. Mazda’s ethos for the little drop-top – focusing on total balance rather than absolute power – is what makes this roadster so special and such a joy to drive. It’s, lightweight, nimble, agile; call it the ‘refined athlete’ if you will. And much like an athlete on the track, the MX-5/MIATA can certainly hold it’s own against bigger, more powerful rivals.
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Leaving the ‘power v handling’ debate aside, I think we can all agree that the stock exhaust (see above) is the clear ‘Achilles heel’ of the speedy roadster.

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The stock system has 2 major ‘bottle necks’, one on the header and one just after. Removing these alone makes a huge difference as it dramatically reduces turbulence and back pressure caused by the OEM system (see above).

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Combined with the straight pipe and muffler, you’re looking at vastly improved exhaust flow as well as a weight saving of more than 35lbs!

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For full details, click here!

 

TOOLS: COMPRESSION RATIO CALCULATOR NOW ADDED!

Check out the new compression ratio calculator now live on the TOMEI USA official homepage!

This tool is particularly handy if you’re trying to work out what thickness gasket to get for your engine build.

DIRECT LINK TO CR CALCULATOR : http://www.tomeiusa.com/_2003web-catalogue/gasket_crc.html

SCREENSHOT:

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From the TOMEI USA homepage, scroll down until you see the ‘Tools’ section on the left. At the bottom you’ll find the CR calculator tool together with some other useful tools!

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PRICE DROP: FEBRUARY 1st 2016

PRICE DROP!

MSRP reductions across the line-up!

Thank you for your continued custom and support for TOMEI USA performance parts. To make our products even more affordable, we’ll be reducing the MSRP of many items with effect from February 1st 2016 (read on for full details).

We’ll also be adding new parts/products to our current line-up so stay tuned for the latest information on up-coming new releases!

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
252002 4G63-23KIT 85.5mm $4,490.00→ $4,290.00
252003 4G63-23KIT 86.0mm $4,490.00→ $4,290.00
221022 RB28KIT 86.5mm $5,690.00→ $5,280.00
221023 RB28KIT 87.0mm $5,690.00→ $5,280.00
221028 RB28KIT 86.5mm VALVE RECESSED $5,690.00→ $5,280.00
221029 RB28KIT 87.0mm VALVE RECESSED $5,690.00→ $5,280.00
221030 SR22KIT  86.5mm (R)PS13/S14/S15 $3,490.00→ $3,480.00
221031 SR22KIT  87.0mm (R)PS13/S14/S15 $3,490.00→ $3,480.00
221033 SR22KIT  86.5mm RNN14 $4,190.00→ $3,880.00
221034 SR22KIT  87.0mm RNN14 $4,190.00→ $3,880.00
221040 4G63-22KIT 85.5mm $4,490.00→ $4,290.00
221041 4G63-22KIT 86.0mm $4,490.00→ $4,290.00
221046 EJ22KIT $3,490.00→ $3,380.00

 

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
193048 4G63 SLICING BAFFLE FOR EVO4-7 $130.00→ $98.00
193049 4G63 SLICING BAFFLE FOR EVO8-9 $160.00→ $120.00
194001 UNIVERSAL OIL PAN BAFFLE PLATE $90.00→ $68.00
193034 OIL PAN BAFFLE PLATE RB26DETT $200.00→ $120.00
193036 BAFFLE STIFFNER EJ20#/EJ25# $370.00→ $270.00
193035 HIGH PERFORMANCE OIL PUMP RB26DETT $1,840.00→ $1380.00
15010R500 HIGH PERFORMANCE OIL PUMP L6/L4> $200.00→ $150.00
11111R520 OVERSIZE OIL PAN SR20DE(T) PS13/S14/S15 $390.00→ $300.00
193068 N2 OIL BLOCK SR20DE(T) (R)PS13/S14/S15 $120.00→ $90.00
193040 OIL THERMOSTAT KILLER 4G63 EVO4-9 /4B11 EVO10 $60.00→ $45.00

 

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
191134 BLOW OFF VALVE 4G63 EVO4-6 $150.00→ $130.00
191170 BLOW OFF VALVE 4G63 EVO1-3 $150.00→ $130.00
191186 BLOW OFF VALVE 4G63 EVO7-9 $210.00→ $190.00

 

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
195012 INJECTOR 1pc 555cc SIDEFEED RB25DET/VG30DETT/(R)PS13/S14/S15 $180.00→ $140.00
195014 INJECTOR 1pc 555cc TOPFEED RB26DETT/RB20DET/RNN14/(R)S13 $180.00→ $130.00
195015 INJECTOR 1pc 600cc TOPFEED RB26DETT/RB20DET/RNN14/(R)S13 $180.00→ $140.00
195016 INJECTOR 1pc 740cc SIDEFEED RB25DET/VG30DETT/(R)PS13/S14/S15 $190.00→ $140.00
193069 INJECTOR COUPLER $7.00→ $5.00

 

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
183001 FUEL PUMP HCR32/(R)S13/(R)PS13 $480.00→ $360.00
183002 FUEL PUMP ECR33/S14 $480.00→ $360.00
183003 FUEL PUMP ER34/S15 $480.00→ $360.00
183004 FUEL PUMP BNR34 $530.00→ $400.00
17042R585 FUEL PUMP BNR32 $530.00→ $400.00
17042R595 FUEL PUMP BCNR33 $530.00→ $400.00
183012 FUEL PUMP FD3S $270.00→ $200.00
183013 FUEL PUMP JZX100 $270.00→ $200.00
183011 FUEL PUMP 4G63 EVO4-9 $270.00→ $200.00
183020 FUEL PUMP 255L/H $270.00→ $200.00
184001 FUEL PUMP RELAY-HARNESS BNR34 $90.00→ $70.00
191069 FUEL PUMP BRACKET BOSCH $40.00→ $33.00
811037 P.M.B.C. SR20DET (R)PS13 $30.00→ $20.00

 

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
56000S210 HICAS LOCK $170.00→ $98.00

 

Part Number Description Previous MSRP New MSRP
193056 OIL FILLER CAP NISSAN BUFF(SILVER) $38.00→ $29.00
193065 OIL FILLER CAP MITSUBISHI BUFF $38.00→ $29.00
191280 METAL ORNAMENT PLATE 4G63 $160.00→ $120.00
191169 METAL ORNAMENT PLATE RB26DETT $130.00→ $98.00
191194 METAL ORNAMENT PLATE (R)PS13 SILVER $130.00→ $74.00
191226 METAL ORNAMENT PLATE S14/S15 SILVER $130.00→ $74.00
663006 CARBON REAR BUMPER COVER
for HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE
$90.00→ $75.00

 

REVISED MSRP & DISCONTINUED ITEMS LIST     

ALL PRODUCTS MSRP LIST     

REPAIR PARTS MSRP LIST     

EVENT: Tokyo Auto Salon 2016 SUMMARY

If you haven’t yet heard of Tokyo Auto Salon – a.k.a TAS – or let alone attended, it’s probably the event to go to if you want to see what JDM cars and tuning is all about. From show cars to race cars, drifters to dragsters, concepts to consumer, it’s all right here in one spot at one of the biggest automotive events to be held in Japan.

Seasoned veterans of TAS will have no doubt noticed the growing STANCE community and the presence/influence was definitely felt this year.

In contrast, FRS/86/BRZs seemed to be out in fewer numbers although hats-off to Subaru for keeping the the attendees’ interest piqued with their signature blue mean machines.

Perhaps it’s the emergence of a certain other new FR sports car on the market that’s stealing the spotlight; more on that later.

Most interestingly (or perhaps its just me) there seemed to be a recurring theme with the vast majority of exhibitors this year; make the most of what you have. Yes, we’d all love to have the latest and greatest but in all honesty manufacturers haven’t exactly provided us with much choice, as of late, when it comes to sports cars. Don’t believe me? Just imagine for a second that the FRS/86/BRZ didn’t exist…see my point? So with the slim pickings, more exhibitors instead seemed to be focusing on creating parts and demo cars based on older chassis/models…

…or platforms we never would have even considered before!

Of course, its just as refreshing to see mash-ups of old and new like this FD sporting a front end more inline with MAZDA’s newest models.

And for those who like to go back several generations more, we spotted this old skool cool Datsun Z and wide body R32 on display at the Option booth.

Of course this is just a glimpse into what TAS had to offer this year. Over the next couple of days we’ll be showcasing some of the cars that really made the show (with higher resolution images) so stay tuned!

 

VIDEO: AWESOME NEW AE86 VIDEO JUST DROPPED ON YOUTUBE!

This  video is one of the best AE86 videos we’ve seen in a long while… a looong while. Watching Steven Enomoto carve through the hills with his Hachiroku is just like a scene straight out of Initial D; and that’s exactly how we want owners to use these new Expreme Ti full titanium exhausts! Whilst Steve’s Hachi is rocking the under-axle TYPE-R version, there’s also an over-axle TYPE-S version that’s a little bit quieter too if you’re worried about waking the neighbors. See below for more details!

TYPE R:

Even with the stock rear bumper, the TYPE-R version looks right at home with plenty of clearance underneath, despite being an under-axle design.

TYPE S:

The TYPE-S  features the same diameter pipes as the TYPE-R (except for the muffler) but sports an over-axle design.

Side by side, you can see just how well both the exhausts hug/dodge the frame and surrounding components.

The great thing about both these exhausts is that they fit seamlessly and effortlessly straight out of the box…meaning less time in the garage and more time on the road!

Click below for full details!

Special thanks to Steven Enomoto (AE86 Fight Club) and everyone at Lens Work Media for making this awesome video!

Steven (www.ae86fightclub.com)

Lens Work Media (www.lensworkmedia.com)