We were proud and delighted to welcome the founder and CEO of HKS the legendary Japanese company that started 40 years ago by producing racing engines then went on to create one of the best high performance component manufacturers in the world, as well as well as aircraft and heavy duty CNG powered commercial engines. Managing Director Mark Catchpole was fascinated to hear Mr Hasegawa’s ideas and plans for the future, and was impressed by his continued enthusiasm for his business. Mark commented “As the first Japanese Tuning company in the UK and the first HKS Distributor is Europe, we hope to continue our successful relationship well into the future”.

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

 

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

HKS has some very tempting new tuning parts for key Japanese models that debuted at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon!

Firstly a great upgrade package for Honda S2000 owners – a GT Supercharger kit.

Called the AP350SC-II Concept, the HKS package is specifically designed to increase the power output of the Honda S2000′s incredible F20C engine. HKS’s engineers specified the use of GTS7040 blower that ideally compliments the high revving 2.0-litre VTEC motor.

The end result is a fantastically responsive, torquey and powerful Honda S2000 that delivers approximately 350PS (345bhp) and is thoroughly engineered to the standards you would expect from HKS.

Pre-orders are now being taken for the HKS AP350SC-II Concept Honda S2000 supercharger kit, so if you want supercar performance from your S2000, please contact us using sales@tdi-plc.com for more details!

 

Nissan’s Juke is real ‘Marmite’ car. Some would say that it’s a surefire entrant for the Ugly Bug ball, while others would say that it’s bold styling reflects Nissan’s attempts to stand out from the ‘urban crossover’ crowd.

Either way, one thing petrolheads are sure to agree on is that the Nissan Juke would benefit from some high performance personalisation in form of a brand spanking new range of upgrades from our good friends at HKS.

Nissan Juke HKS Racing Suction Reloaded

Starting on the inlet side, HKS has unveiled a Racing Suction Reloaded induction kit, which gives a measurable power increase, plus a sporty intake noise and a great underbonnet appearance courtesy of a buff finished alloy pipe and red aluminium cylinder head louvre. As with all HKS products it’s a great way of adding a high quality, reliable dose of excitement to your daily drive!

It’s available now from Torque Developments International Plc (TDi-plc) for the following Nissan Juke models, the 1.6 DiG-T (187 bhp turbo petrol) and the 1.6-litre (115bhp non-turbo petrol,) priced at £345.00 excluding VAT. Click on: http://tinyurl.com/7o76xpf for more details.

HKS SQV IV Super Sequential blow off valve for 1.6-litre turbo petrol Nissan Juke models

The second product from HKS’s new range of Nissan Juke performance upgrades is the is a new Super Sequential SQV IV recirculation (aka ‘dump’) valve for the 187bhp 1.6 DiG-T turbo petrol models. While offering no performance increase, the increase reactivity of the HKS recirculation valve prevents compressor stalling on remapped Nissan Juke turbos, offering a unique and distinctive sound that emphasises the turbocharger and adds an exciting soundtrack to your Juke.

 

Priced at just £236.50 plus taxes, the HKS Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Super Sequential blow-off valve is available from Torque Developments now, click on: http://tinyurl.com/8x3ddd2 for more details and to buy now!

HKS ES Premium Elegant and Sports Exhausts for Nissan Juke

Finally HKS has launched a highly desirable trio of performance exhausts from Nissan Juke owners. Offering superior materials, great looks and low resonance design that still offers a sport but subtle exhaust note, the HKS ES Premium exhausts are a proven way of personalising your Nissan Juke with a soundtrack that you’ll love!

The HKS ES Elegant and Sports Premium exhausts for the 1.6-litre DiG-T turbocharged, 1.6-litre non-turbo petrol and four wheel drive (4wd) Nissan Juke models are produced from stainless steel throughout. The designs feature a 50.8mm (2 inch) bore main pipe and a 94mm (3.7 inch) single round tailpipe (80mm twin pipes on the 4wd version,) careful design by HKS’s Japanese engineers and the incorporation of a ‘Silent Chamber’ reduces low frequency resonance, making this an exhaust system you can live with everyday!

Priced from £395.00 excluding VAT, the ES Elegant and Sports Premium performance exhaust systems are available now from principle HKS distributor Torque Developments International (TDi-plc,) click on: http://tinyurl.com/7grnnf5 for more details.

So why live with an ordinary Nissan Juke when you can make yours stand out from the crowd with Torque Developments and HKS!