As most tuners know, in interference motors timing belts/timing chains hold the fate of your tune and motor’s well being within their grasp. Over time during normal operation factory chains are known to stretch modifying a motor’s timing . This issue is greatly exacerbated with the use of aftermarket camshafts and aggressive tunes. Several timing chain tensioners have been released to help maintain the slack of the chain. Toda has increased reliability even further with the introduction of their heavy duty timing chains. The chain has been engineer to “reduce chain stretching by as much as 35%”.

[source: toda]

Featured at car shows and presented in youtube clips, it isn’t often that a consumer is presented with the opportunity to own a concept car of any sorts. Mugen has changed this up a bit by making the aero kit of their Mugen FN2 concept available to Civic Type R owners. This kit is a full package with the following: replacement front bumper, bumper intake ducts, front fenders, aero hood, rear bumper and adjustable rear wing. As with all Mugen product, you can expect OEM fitment and impeccable quality.

As Mugen’s principle stocklist in the UK, TDI should be your first stop in sourcing the kit.

[source: automobilereviews]

It is hard not to notice the global trend of manufactures moving towards more eco-friendly vehicles. The amount of hybrid vehicles sold in Japan this year alone is amazing. With the bulk of the market swaying this way, we are seeing more and more aftermarket companies targeting this audience as well.

Kenstyle is one of the latest companies providing aero for the eco-conscious tuner. They recently released this amazing package for Honda’s new Insight, and  it really transforms the look of the vehicle. The full consists of a front  and rear lower spoilers, replacement grille, side skirts, and bonnet spoiler (an optional muffler is available).

[source: nihon cars]

Toda has been a staple of naturally aspirated japanese tuning for many years. Their parts span from power proven stroker kits to small parts that ensure the longevity of race motors during track duty. Their latest part is the later of the two. Toda noticed that the stock Denso part used on Honda’s starter motors became damaged in stroked and high compression instances. The new gear has been created to be much more durable to ensure damage does not occur.

The new gear is stated to work with the following Honda Vehicles: AP1/2, DC5, CL7-EuroR, FD1-2

[source: toda]

Toyota’s MR-S (MR2 Spyder) model is one of the company’s last sports oriented models. Its lightweight design and mid-rear platform has created a nice global following behind the no longer produced car. Voltex, well know for their carbon clad wind tunnel tested aero, has released their Type-3 GT Wing for the MR-S (MR2 Spyder). For those looking to keep the rear of their car planted on the track, do look into the Type-3 and  other cars fitted with this model.

[source: voltex]

Spoon is one of the world’s top Honda tuners. There products are completely functional and have allowed the company’s racing team to dominate their endurance racing class for several years. Spoon has released aero mirrors for the S2000, these units greatly increase visibility on both sides and appear to be much more aerodynamic than the stock units. These will fit both AP1 and AP2 body styles of the S2000.

[source: spoon]

Function and Form increases their level of support for the Scion TC with the release of their Type 1 suspension. The  Type 1 version of their suspension is great for the enthusiast looking for height adjustabilty with adjustable spring preload. For those looking for a more performance minded coilover, Function and Form’s Type 2 suspension is available as well.

[source: functionandform]

Wald has released a new set of Pedals that fit Lexus RX and Lexus LS Models. While the pedals obviously wont add any performance to the car, they will dress up your interior with their clean and simple design. Contact Wald for further details.

[Source: Wald]

Password JDM has once again raised the bar and this time it was the Nissan GTR that got that love. Password JDM has released a rear seat delete for the Nissan GTR, which consists of a dry carbon seat that maintains the look and proper fit of the OEM seat.  The seats main feature points are as follows:

• 100% Dry Carbon Construction
• High-strength, extremely lightweight, organic design
• Tecnocraft ‘T1′ Racing Seat aesthetic design elements
• Remove, replace, drop-in and install in minutes
• Deletes OEM seatbelt hardware
• Locks into place using factory mounting locations (washers/hardware provided)
• Just under 7lbs for the pair.

While pricing is not yet available publicly for the seat delete,  letting them know about your interest via the Password JDM website may be a good idea.

[Source: GTRBlog]

The 2JZ is a legendary motor, its tuneability is something that most modern motors strive to have. With literally hundreds of examples making mid to high range triple digit horsepower numbers and beyond, the question raised is how can I transfer most of my horsepower to the transmission. What if I am working with an automatic transmission?

Titan Motorsports has released a torque converter for you! It features 3 different stall speeds 3200, 3500, and 3800rpm in order to get you power to the ground, where it needs to be.

[source: titan motorsports]