HKS really has a handle on tuning the VR38DETT engine in the Nissan R35 GT-R and is now knocking on a genuine 1000 bhp power output!

As part of this process the technicians at HKS in Japan have uncovered the major restrictions on the VR38DETT engine and are rapidly developing top quality components to improve matters. And their latest release is a great case in point – a new high performance plenum (called the High-Flow Surge Kit) which is designed to equalise the intake air volume across all six cylinders of the VR38DETT motor, while boosting throttle response and the air flow demands of a 1000 bhp engine.

Here are the key facts about the HKS High Flow Surge Kit for the Nissan R35 GT-R:-

• Cast plenum that’s seperate from the VR38DETT’s intake manifold
• Larger diameter ports and different port shape to suit high power engines
• Plenum volume optimised for engine reponse rather than top end bhp to ensure a good spread of power
• Funnel design in end tanks of the ports to optimise air flow from the sides of the plenum to increase air volume
• Allows reuse of stock air temperature sensor, adaptors, breather pipe, connecting pipe

Fitment of the High-Flow Surge tank is typically well thought our by HKS – it’s a straight bolt on job without the need for cutting, crimping or any other intrusive procedures that might detract from reliability on what’s not exactly a cheap car…

And that’s why HKS has also developed a Twin Injector Pro Kit for to suit the new plenum. This includes a specially designed fuel rail and other components to suit the easy installation of additional injectors for high powrr VR38DETT engines. 

HKS doesn’t include injectors in this kit, but it’s been designed to accommodate individual preference for secondary injector sizes. HKS includes adaptors to suit the stock R35 GT-R injectors within the kit and these can be replaced to suit the chosen injector preference.

The prices for these top quality HKS components are:-

HKS Nissan R35 GT-R High-flow surge tank £3625.00 plus VAT.

HKS Nissan R35 GT-R Twin Injector Pro Kit £1545.00 plus VAT

HKS Nissan R35 GT-R High flow Surge Tank Full Kit £4250.00 plus VAT.

To buy this product now, please click on:-

http://www.tdi-plc.com/catalog/high-flow-surge-tank-p-19420.html

We love the Honda CR-Z hybrid here at Torque Developments! We love its looks and its economy, but it’s simply not fast enough to excite. As standard the driving experience leaves us wanting more…

Hence why we’ve been releasing a range of produces designed to put more squirt into the CR-Z and the latest (and potentially most significant) is a Hondata FlashPro ECU remapping system for the funky sports hybrid.

So, what is Hondata? Based in sun kissed California, Hondata is the leading supplier of remapping software and has a proven track record in offering reliable, high performance ECU solutions for previous Honda models including the EP3 and FB2 Civic Type R, where it’s FlashPro system has become the choice for tuning enthusiasts and professionals.

What is the Hondata FlashPro system for the CR-Z? The Hondata FlashPro system expands the capabilities of the stock Honda CR-Z ECU, enabling the manipulation of key engine parameters as well as adding advanced extra features that the stock engine management system lacks, including rev and launch limiters, fuel injector scaling and individual cylinder trims and knock control.

The speed of installation and powerful functionality of the Hondata FlashPro system allows professional and hobby tuners to affordably remap the ECU to optimise the performance of mechanical modifications including induction kits, exhaust systems, camshafts or more radical upgrades for the CR-Z such as turbocharger or supercharger conversions.

Hondata Honda CR-Z users can also benefit from advanced features including the ability to swap between two maps (both calibrations can be stored within the FlashPro unit) and the facility to datalog up to 20 hours of key engine parameters.

Hondata CR-Z FlashPro key features:

• Programmable ECU interface
• OBDII diagnostic port connection
• USB 2.0 connection
• Works with laptop or desktop PC
• Live tuning capability
• 20 hours on board datalogging memory
• Windows compatible FlashPro Manager software
• Check and clear diagnostic codes
• Customizable laptop gauges
• Dual calibration storage – upload from one of two calibrations stored in the FlashPro

Hondata FlashPro CR-Z tuning features:

• Ignition, fuel, idle speed, table editing
• VTEC activation window
• MAP sensor based tuning
• Rev and launch limiters
• Map tracing  & lambda overlay
• Choice of either AFM or MAP based fuel tuning
• Expanded fuel ignition and knock tables for forced induction
• 4 bar MAP sensor support (43 psi)
• Support for larger injectors
• Injector latency / dead time
• Individual cylinder fuel & ignition trim
• Individual cylinder knock control
• Starting calibrations for intake, exhaust manifolds, forced induction & larger injectors

Priced at just £486.00 excluding VAT, the Hondata FlashPro system for the Honda CR-Z is available now from Torque Developments International Plc. Click here to buy now and find out more:- http://www.tdi-plc.com/catalog/hondata-flash-engine-management-p-19399.html

NOTE: The Hondata Flashpro system supports European Honda CR-Z models carrying the Honda ECU part number RTW-E06. Further versions are in development to suit later versions of the CR-Z.

We’re big fans of Toyota’s awesome little 2ZZ-GE here at TDi-plc, as it’s found in some of our favourite cars, including the Lotus ELise / Exige, the Celica and the MR2. It’s also an increasingly popular choice for tuning and, as always with engine tuning, to get top results you need top quality parts - Cosworth parts!

The latest Cosworth release for the Toyota 2ZZ-GE engine are forged pistons. Designed and manufactured 100% in house at Cosworth Engineering, the forged pistons use an optimised dome shape to maximise the compression ratio in combination with a design that features the most efficient use of materials.

With a wide variety of requirements in mind from turbo conversions to motorsport, the Cosworth forged Toyota 2ZZ-GE pistons are available in three compression ratio choices: 10.0:1, 12.0:1 and 14.0:1.

As well as being considerably stronger than the standard Toyota pistons, the Cosworth 2ZZ-GE forged pistons are up to 18% lighter, which helps to reduce the reciprocating mass of the engine.

A green Xylan Teflon based coating is used on the skirts of the 2ZZ-GE pistons to reduce friction. This coating also ensures that the Cosworth forged pistons are directly compatible with the Toyota engine’s metal matrix composite (MMC) liners.

 The Cosworth pistons for the 2ZZ-GE come supplied with bore compatible gas nitrided piston rings, gudgeon pins and circlips. Priced at £695.00 excluding VAT, they’re available now from Torque Developments Plc. Find out more at this link: -  http://www.tdi-plc.com/catalog/engine-hardware-technology-c-107_290_1339_1340_1344.html

Honda’s NSX is the stuff of legend. Developed with input from Ayrton Senna, produced by Honda for 15 years with only minor changes, it’s the Japanese supercar that shook the Italians and forced them to raise their game.

Which means that when it comes to fitting a NSX with performance exhaust it needs to be a top quality item befitting of the Honda supercar’s legend – which is where Japanese tuning house TODA Racing comes in.

It’s just launched a new range of ‘High Power’ exhausts for both the 3.0-litre (C30A, 270bhp,) and 3.2-litre (C32B, 290bhp) variants of the Honda NSX.

Featuring an innovative ‘X-pipe’ between the two silencer boxes to minimise back pressure and maximise the aural experience from the NSX’s high revving V6 engine, the TODA ‘High Power’ exhaust features 60mm diameter internal tubing and slash cut round tailpipes boasting a smart titanium blue finish.

Surely these TODA exhausts are perfect for any discerning Honda NSX owner and they are available now from TODA Europe, priced at £2025.00 excluding taxes.

For more information, please click on: http://tinyurl.com/7cjd55f

The final new teaser release from 2012 HKS range at the Tokyo Auto Salon was a new ‘Super Sound Master’ performance muffler / exhaust system for the Honda S2000.

Designed to let Honda S2000′s  owners enjoy the full vocal delights of the amazing F20C engine, the new Super Sound Master has been cleverly designed to minimise resonance and drone, making it perfect for everyday use.

The HKS Honda S2000 Super Sound Master is now available and can be purchased here

Please email sales@tdi-plc.com to express your interest and place an order desposit.

The second of HKS’s new for Honda S2000 tuning goodies that were on display at the recent 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon – a new design of 4-2-1 tubular stainless steel high performance exhaust manifold that’s designed to boost low and mid-range torque without compromising the F20C’s legendary top end power.

As with the factory exhaust manifold, the new HKS Honda S2000 exhaust manifold is a 4-2-1 design, but the key difference is that the secondary pipes on the new HKS manifold are twisted to enable them to be longer, which boosts low and mid-range torque.

HKS also reports that the new Honda S2000 ‘twisted’ exhaust manifold also reduces detonation, enabling users to run a wider spread of ignition advance to boost power even further. Combine this with a top quality stainless steel construction that’s been optimised to maximise flow and reduce back pressure, the new HKS ‘Twisted’ manifold is set to be  a must have for Honda S2000 owners!

Pre-orders for the HKS Honda S2000 ‘Twisted’ exhaust manifold are being taken now, so to express your interest please email Torque Developments using sales@tdi-plc.com