FRAM Xtended Guard Oil Filter
FRAM Xtended Guard oil filters feature a two-ply, synthetic media that traps and holds more than twice the dirt of economy filters. Each filter uses a metal screen reinforcement to help achieve uniform construction for increased durability, and delivers up to 10,000 miles of engine protection, providing the highest longevity in the FRAM filter lineup.
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• Owner: Josh Adams
• Dynamometer Model: Mustang Dynamometer MD-AWD-500
• Installation: P3 Performance
• Tuning: Poweraxelinline_mediumwraptextright26706731/powerpages/impp_1004_2010_hyundai_genesis_coupeimpp_1004_01_o+2010_hyundai_genesis_coupe+front_view.jpgTrue

• Owner: Kevin Sadamitsu
• Dynamometer Model: HB Speed Dynomite Dynamometer
• Installation: HB Speed
• Accessport Tuning: Jon Drenas

2008 Scion TC

Pros
Powered by a 2.4L VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with intelligence), the Scion tC produces 161 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque. Since its introduction in '04, the tC has remained loyal to the 2AZ-FE engine, thereby creating a plethora of competitively priced bolt-on parts from many popular aftermarket manufactures.inline_mediumwraptextright27428203/powerpages/impp_1002_2008_scion_tcimpp_1002_01_o+2008_scion_tc+front_shot.jpgTrue

Borla '08-'09 Subaru WRX STi Exhaust
Borla Performance announces the release of a new quad-exit, cat-back exhaust for the '08-'09 Subaru WRX STI with stainless steel construction and double-walled, rolled-edge, polished tips. Borla engineers have improved upon the STI's exhaust plumbing by increasing diameter from the factory 2.5 inches to three inches for greater flow and power, as Borla's testing revealed impressive horsepower gains of 7-10 percent on turbocharged applications.
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• Owner: Sebastian Juslin
• Dynamometer model: SP Engineering Dynojet Chassis Dyno 248E
• Installation: Scott Tsuneishi

* Owner: Mitsubishi Motors
* Dynamometer Model: Dynojet Dynamometer

Owner: Mitsubishi Motors

Dynamometer Model: Dynojet Dynamometer

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* Dynamometer Model:
Mustang AWD-500
* Testing And Installation:
Custom Performance Engineering

* Owner: William Chon
* Dyno & Facility: HB Speed Dynomite Dynamometer
* Accessport Tuning: Jon Drenas

* Owner: Joseph Santos
* Dyno & Facility: K&N Chassis Dynamometer
* Installation: Nestor Cabrera & Scott Tsuneishi

* Dynamometer: Dynojet, Courtesy Of Hybridynamics
* Testing & Installation: Hybridynamics

* Dyno And Facility: MD Automotive
* Testing & Installation: Luke Munnell

*Dyno And Facility: Hybridynamics, Latrobe, PA
*Testing & Installation: Denis Howell

* Dynamomoter: MD Automotive
* Testing & Installation: Luke Munnell
* Text & Photos: Luke Munnell

Dynomoter Model: Skunk2's Superflow Chassis Dynamoter
Testing & Installation: Luke Munnell

Dynojet Dynamometer Provided By: Mark Dibella, MD Automotive

Pros
Mitsubishi's latest-generation EVO debuts as the much-anticipated addition to the dominant lineage of everyone's favorite purpose-built rally/street car hybrid. And unlike many new-generation offerings that fail to support high performance bars set by their predecessors (without naming names), the EVO gets better with age. Along with significant suspension and driveline improvements, the EVO X brings an entirely new powerplant; the 2.0L, inline-four 4B11, which as we'll show, is able to make huge power from small monetary investments.

Tenzo Type M wheel
If you're looking for a lightweight racing wheel for your performance import, and haven't checked out Tenzo in a while...maybe you should. The newly released Type M is a product of the company's proprietary low-pressure casting technology that produces a cast wheel exhibiting the benefits of forging-lightweight and high strength-at a fraction of the cost. Produced for FWD and RWD applications alike and offered in a variety of offsets, the Type M is available in a wide range of sizes and colors.
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Installation And Tuning
Stephen Rhim Of G-Dimension
Facility And Dynamometer
Provided By Ultimate Tuning

Pros
Some may argue that with a naturally aspirated 1.5L engine and sub-100whp numbers in stock form, a first generation Scion xB has no business gracing Import Tuner's Power Pages. Admittedly, the Box does blur the definition of a 2NR car just a little, but with its strong fuel economy and impressive torque output (considering its displacement), the toaster continues to be a choice daily driver among tuners everywhere. And with the amount of bolt-on mods available that claim to increase its power output and fuel economy even more, we thought we'd prove what it's capable of. Besides, don't pretend its numbers don't mirror those of your first Civic back in the day...

Installation: Steven RHIM OF G-Dimension
Dynamometer and testing: Robert Ting & Ultimate Tuning's dynojet dynamometer

Pros
In 2004 the Honda S2000 power plant replaced the high revving 2.0L F20C engine with the 2.2L mill known as the F22C. Rated at 240 hp from the factory, the larger displacement F22C sports a broader powerband from a 2,157cc displacement while increasing its output to 162 lb-ft of torque over its previous models. Using a hybrid monocoque body and a high X-bone frame for body rigidity with 50/50 weight distribution, the S2K showcases a roadster that possesses exceptional handling, thanks to its re-tuned suspension and minor interior and exterior changes.

ConclusionStrapped to Dynamic Autosports Mustang Dyno, the MX-5 responded well to the newly installed parts netting a total peak gain of 18 hp and 11 lb-ft of torque. Not bad for a naturally aspirated car by any means. The car not only felt more responsive as we quickly shifted through the factory six-speed transmission, but was more enjoyable to drive on the streets and highways as the new Racing Beat intake and Tomei exhaust and header combo presented this MX-5 with a more sporty feel and sound. With such a small amount of affordable sport compact vehicles using the once-popular FR layout being produced today, it's a good to know companies such as Tomei and Racing Beat are among the few who continue to develop aftermarket products for the sporty MX-5, as they continue to keep the front engine/rear-wheel drive tradition alive and kicking in an era of economy filled vehicles.

* Owner: Michael jones