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Features

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The Adrenaline Project: 2011 Scion tC

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[OverDrive Cover] Red Dragon › Daijiro Yoshihara Formula Drift 2011 Champion

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The Mechanic 2012 Hyundai Veloster

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Last Man Standing Miro Ovcharik DMCC 2011 Champion

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2011 Chevrolet SS Camaro Roadster

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Import Face-Off: 2011 Champions

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Import Face-Off: Bradenton, FL

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To The Next Level: BFGoodrich g-Force Sport Comp-2 Tire Test

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KMS Drifting Championship 2011: South Georgia Motorsports Park

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Helix P-DSP Processor

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ARC Audio Black Series 6.3 Component Speakers

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True Sound / Dominations CS4 Component Speakers

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Project Remix 2.0: Honda Accord Audio Upgrade

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MotoIQ.com Tech: Project 370z – Testing the AEM ETI Cold Air Intake

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OEM Integration Buyers Guide

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12-Volt Gear

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Car Care Buyers Guide

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1 t seemed like the entire tech world descended on Las Vegas, Nevada in mid-January for the annual Consumer Electronic Show (CES).

More than 150,000 audiophiles, gaming addicts and gadget junkies, along with 3,100-plus exhibitors occupied 1.8 million square feet of real state, including various facilities and hotel suites.

The turnout was so big, in fact, that 2012 was billed as the biggest in the show’s 45-year history.

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Rockford Fosgate introduced their miniature-sized class BR amplifiers. 4. JBL displayed the new GTO3EZ amplifier 5. Polk Audio’s new line of Ultra Fit sport headphones.

6. The New QZA Series amps from Quantum Audio.

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6 CES is the show we’ll hear about for months to come, as every major player in the electronics industry competes for the ultimate in high-tech bragging rights. Each year, CES introduces new products and new faces to the scene but, as in many years past, it’s the major players that attract the most attention.

Some of the latest audio builds attracted onlookers by the thousands, and there were more than a few noteworthy installs.

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1. Five Axis built a 2012 Lexus GS to showcase some of Pioneer’s Stage 4 products. 2. Powerbass’ Toyota Prius gave a whole new meaning to VIP Styling. 3. Renowned Las Vegas DJ, C’LA helped Pioneer display their new line of DJ products. 4. The Valor DVD Ford Explorer was the perfect vehicle to showcase their newly released license plate back-up camera.

5. JVC introduced four high-speed In-Dash navigation units at the show and a Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 with JVC system installed by 15 year-old Jaren Digos. 6. ARC Audio’s signature edition Black Series. 7. RE Audio showed off their modernart inspired subwoofer display. 8.

Alpine introduced the INE-Z928HD multimedia double din headunit with an 8” screen, the world’s largest aftermarket in-dash AVN screen. 9. A jaw-dropping carbon fiber wrapped Audi R8 Spyder fully fitted with SONY System was one of two vehicle at the SONY booth. 10. Escort/Beltronics displayed their Drive Smarter windshield mounted radar detectors.

11. This murdered-out Camaro in the Diamond Audio / Cerwin-Vega booth attracted a lot of attention at the show.

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Here at PAS, we continue to deliver dedicated editorial coverage on the latest aftermarket mobile electronics and the craziest audio installs in the industry, and we’ve filtered through the large crowds and elaborate displays to bring you these highlights from CES 2012.

1. AudioControl’s Epicenter series of in-dash restoration processors. 2. Infinity’s new line of component speakers. 3. Clarion introduced their 2012 product line up in the Hilton Conference Room. 4. American Bass amps on display.

5. The eye-catching Soundstream Picasso Nano Amplifier. 6. Phoenix Gold displayed their new integrated series with 800 watts of output for the Chevy Camaro and Cruze. 7. A series of new Chameleon Headrest screens on display at the Concept Audio booth. 8. The complete Wirez product line of Power Distribution Systems. 9.

Rick Bottom Design’s tricked out Chevy Cruze showcased some Metra gear and FLi Audio products in the Metra booth. 10. Earthquake Sounds introduced their new line of tweeters and horn drivers. 11. Another Rick Bottom Design special at the MTX booth; a Ford Taurus SHO decked-out with an MTX system.

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7. JL Audio debuted the Stealthmod for a complete, vehicle-specific OEM upgrade kit. 8. Rockford Corporation and Helix debuted their precision and competition series signal processors. 9. At the Rockford ballroom was the world’s first G35 Itasha decked out with Lightning Audio subs and amps. 10. With their typical flare, Kenwood captured a lot of attention with their 50th (of 50) open air rocket- a Lamborghini Murcielago fully decked out with Excelon. 11. This was a bike fit for Batman himself. The Massive Audio Can Am Spyder’s cool factor was off the chart.

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The adrenaline

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Scion has been in Canada for just over a year, and as a brand that is closely tied to the aftermarket, it was an easy and logical decision to choose one of their vehicles as the platform for a great build.

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n Alpine White 2011 Scion tC served as the palette upon which the crews at International Automotive and Custom and 20Hz Audio Sound and Security would work their magic. When it came to modifying the performance and style of the Scion, the car was taken to International Automotive and Custom in Woodbridge (IAC), ON. A FIVE:AD aero kit, including front and rear bumpers along with side skirts were skillfully grafted onto the car by the crew at IAC. After hours of preparation, the car was treated to a stunning flat black paint job. IAC’s attention to detail is impressive - even the OEM tail lights were treated to a matte clear coat to make them blend with the rest of the build. The hood and hatch were replaced with lightweight carbon fiber units from Seibon. The hood features reverse louvers to maximize airflow under the hood and through the radiator. Black vinyl graphics on the body

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serves up some subtle styling and give love to the supporters of the project. Eurolite HID headlight and LED driving light kit keep things bright. Upping the ante in the interior was next on the list. Sparco Chrono Road seats replace the factory units and the appropriate mounting hardware and seat track kit were used to install them. A Sparco Globe shift knob and Grip pedal kit help the proverbial driver to vehicle contact patch. Underneath the new lightweight hood is an Injen Technology performance intake and to help expel spent exhaust gases, a TRD Muffler assembly was fitted out back. The combination results in extra horsepower and an improvement in efficiency. To keep an eye on the tweaked engine, a trio of AEM gauges were installed in the center console. Wideband air/fuel, coolant

temperature and voltmeter gauges provide accurate vital signs. The tC rolls on sleek Five Axis R5:F wheels with a bronze finish. The wheels are all 19-inches in diameter and the fronts are 8.5 inches wide while the rears are 9. Wrapped around the wheels are Yokohama S.drive tires sized at 215/35R19. Keeping these rollers secured are a set of McGard wheel locks and chrome/black lug bolts wheel installation kit.

The factory suspension was replaced with TEIN Basic Damper coilovers to provide the adjustability to lower the car and ensure a perfect stance. With a plan to make some serious additional power, we got excited when we heard that TRD had recently released their 4-piston, 340mm performance brake kit.

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A full gamut of Sony speakers, amplifiers and subwoofers along with a huge TV now occupy the space previously assigned to rear passengers and cargo storage. require careful planning, development and testing. We knew that TRD had put in the hours to make sure this system was balanced and reliable. The technicians at IAC took care of the install. Next on the agenda was power.

A call to WORLD Motorsports in Torrence, CA put us on the path to having one of their 2011 Scion tC Turbocharger Bolt On & Go kits being installed.

The kit is put together by Descendant and features a turbo, all the piping, wiring, a wastegate, intercooler and even an AEM F/IC controller as well as Deatsch Werks 750cc injectors. We took the tC to the WORLD Racing office in Redding, PA for the install. The kit was thoroughly tested during development, so the install went smoothly. We tried to convince them we needed a Rado-spec front spoiler, but they suggested a little more boost was going to be required before that could happen.

At the heart of this build is the Sony entertainment system. A full gamut of Sony speakers, amplifiers, subwoofers and huge TV now occupy the space previously assigned to rear passengers and cargo storage. The car went to 20Hz Audio Sound & Security for the audio install.

The interior was stripped to run wiring and install Hushmat Ultra sound deadening. The rear seats were removed to make way for a pair of subwoofer enclosures and the amp rack. Eight Sony 10-inch subwoofers flank a quartet of Sony monoblock amplifiers – their total power output is an impressive 2,400 Watts. The amp rack and enclosures are finished

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TAKING MOBILE APPS REALLY MOBILE

Your app collection is now part of the driving experience. Connect an iPhone® to a JVC Multimedia receiver and watch it come alive with large detailed displays of your favorite apps. Audio works through your car speakers too. See turn-by-turn navigation maps on-screen, queue up your favorite artists on-demand, have your favorite social media/web sites read to you and more.

Some will even let you control your app’s key functions right from the dashboard.

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ESSENTIALS VEHICLE: 2011 Scion tC OWNER: Performance Auto & Sound Magazine LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario, Canada ENGINE DISPLACEMENT: 2.5L (2AR-FE) HORSEPOWER: 260 HP WEBSITE: www.PASMAG.com CLUB AFFILIATION: www.PASNATION.PASMAG.com

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THE DESCENDANT TURBOCHARGER BOLT-ON KIT PROVIDED OUR tC WITH SOME MUCH NEEDED BOOST. in dark grey suede and trimmed with grey vinyl panels. Permitting the flow of electrons through the system are Stinger HPM cables and distribution blocks. A pair of 1 Farad Stinger HPM capacitors helps to ensure the system stays tight when being cranked on. Hovering above the amp rack, bolted to a custom steel bracket is a 32-inch Sony BRAVIA® LCD TV. This is connected to a Sony PlayStation®3 that is located at the front of the amp rack. The PS®3 is equipped with a complete PlayStation® Move Motion bundle. Heading up the audio system is a Sony XN-V770BT Audio Video Navigation receiver complete with iPod interface, TomTom navigation and Bluetooth hands-free. Flanking the TV is a pair of Sony 6.5-inch coaxial speakers that ensure whoever is enjoying the PS®3 can hear all the action. A Sony XA-R800C rear vision camera was mounted above the TV to let the driver see who’s lurking behind the vehicle.

Scion has always embraced the aftermarket community. All of their dealers are equipped with an extensive list of optional accessories like wheels, suspension components, audio and styling upgrades. With such a tuner-friendly philosophy, Scion was the perfect partner for this build. PAS > www.pasmag.com/TheAdrenalineProject2011

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ENGINE MODIFICATIONS: DESCENDANT S.S. Turbo Manifold DESCENDANT Aluminum Intercooler Tubing Kit DESCENDANT Side Mount Intercooler DESCENDANT S-Pipe DESCENDANT OBD2 Down-Pipe DESCENDANT Emission Control Brackets & Mounts DESCENDANT P-N-P Engine Wire Harness DESCENDANT Custom Fuel Map DESCENDANT Custom 55mm. V-Band Turbocharger AEM Performance intake system Mishimoto Radiator Bosch - OEM Style Recirculating B.O.V. Tial MV-S Wastegate AEM F/I C Controller *tuning is required for maximum performance gains.

Deatsch Werks Injector P-N-P 750cc Injectors TRD Muffler Assembly EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS: FIVE:AD body kit (front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper) Seibon Carbon Fiber Hood Seibon Carbon Fiber Hatch Eurolite HID kit Eurolite LED Driving Light Kit WHEELS & TIRES: FIVE:AD R5:F Wheels 19x8.5 (front)19x9.5 (rear) in custom bronze Yokohama S.drive 215/35R19 tires McGard Wheel Locks & Tough Nut lug nuts SUSPENSION & BRAKES: Tein USA Basic Damper coil-over kit TRD High Performance Brake Kit INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS: Sparco Chrono road seats Sparco Globe R shift knob Sparco Grip pedal kit AEM Air/Fuel ratio, Oil Pressure and Voltmeter gauges INTERIOR: Sony XNV770BT 2DIN Audio/Video Receiver with Navigation Sony KDL32EX701 32" Bravia LCD TV Sony XAR800C Rear-View Camera Sony XS-GTR100L 10" GTR Series Subwoofer x 8 Sony XS-GTR1720S 6-3/4 component speakers Sony XS-GTR1720S 6-3/4” 2-way speakers x 2 Sony XM-ZR704 4-Channel Amplifier Sony XM-ZZR3301 Class-D Mono Amp x 4 Sony PlayStation3 with 320GB Move Bundle Sony PSP Go Stinger HPM Power and Speaker Wire Stinger SPS70 Power Supply Autopage C3-RS665 Security System HustMat Ultra Sound Deadening

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Track Appeal Words by Jacob Leveton • Photos by Dino Dalle Carbonare

The GReddy/Trust 35RX Nissan GT-R was built to set the speed record at Fuji speedway and attack lap records throughout Japan

apanese culture prioritizes pride. For tuners in Japan, there is not just an emphasis on the quality of the work, but also on putting parts to hard use. Trust Japan decided that simply building a demo R35 GTR for Tokyo Auto Salon wouldn’t be enough – it needed to kick butt on the track too.

At the time, rival tuner HKS’s GTR held the top speed at Fuji Speedway. As Trust Japan started planning the build, nothing less than a new record would be acceptable. GReddy’s existing 800hp twin-turbo kit would be put on steroids for this build. The stock displacement wasn’t enough, so a 4.3L stroker kit was put together with a forged crank, connecting rods, custom pistons, and a full sleeved block. Paired with a prototype 1,250hp twin turbo kit, full 90mm exhaust, Greddy Spec-R-HG Type-29 twin-entry intercooler, GReddy RX intercooler piping, GReddy blow-off valves, and GReddy billet fuel rail, the kit is all business from start to finish. Under the valve cover, GReddy 272º camshafts are paired with upgraded valves and valve springs, a metal GReddy headgasket, GReddy prototype intake and throttle bodies, 1,000cc injectors, custom dual fuel pump, and E-manage ECU to monitor all air and fuel ratios.

Cooling is provided by a GReddy radiator and oil cooler, while the power is driven through the Dodson first gear upgrade, GReddy DCT upgraded clutch kit and OS Giken LSD. To say this car was built for serious track business is an understatement.

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Under each corner, GReddy’s custom 30kg/mm front and 32 kg/mm rear spring rate racing suspension keeps the car planted in the corners. While the car was originally built to set the top speed at Fuji speedway, there are plans for the car to attack lap records around Japan when everything is fully set up. Top Secret adjustable upper and lower arms replace the stock units while Endless 6-pot front brake calipers grip massive 400mm 2-piece rotors and 4-pot rears grip 387mm 2-piece rotors for some amazing stopping power. Starts and stops run through the Prodrive 20x10.5” GC-012L wheels and Dunlop Sport Maxx GT600 285 tires.

Outside the car, the Trust GTR35X wears the first production BenSopra widebody kit. The kit widens the car an astronomical 4” all around with an unmistakable 1-piece front clip consisting of a molded fender and bumper piece. The front end is on a custom front-hinge system reminiscent of early ‘80s German technology, which allows for full access to the motor and all intake and exhaust piping. Out back, the rear over fenders, bumper, and wing are all part of the conversion, giving the GTR a menacing look while providing extra room beneath the fenders for meaty rubber.

GReddy’s existing 800hp twin-turbo kit was put on steroids for this build.

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Inside the car a pair of Race Tech RT4900HR seats keep the driver planted while a pair of TRS harnesses keep him strapped in. A Greddy Profec B boost controller and boost gauge keep an eye on engine internals at all times. When it came time to decide on a pilot for the recordbreaking run, none other than famed driver Tarzan Yamada was chosen. Tarzan has driven more cars to time attack and high speed records than any other Japanese driver, and this car would be no different.

While hitting a displayed 333 KM/h on the Fuji track, Tarzan said the car had much more in it if there was less traffic on track.

Incredibly, this record was set on a lapping day with other cars on track at the same time, and not during a private session. As the car gets more dialed in, it is anticipated this car will break more records in the coming months.

While the initial engine configuration was debuted almost six months ago, the Ben Sopra widebody conversion and custom paint and graphics package just debuted at Tokyo Auto Salon. Since then, the car has received wide praise, and GReddy has strongly positioned themselves atop the ladder of tuners in Japan once again. With such an impressive resume in the first six months, the reputation is completely justified. PAS

While hitting an indicated 333 KM/h on the Fuji track, Tarzan said the car had much more in it if there was less traffic on the track.

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Essentials Vehicle: 2011 Nissan Skyline GT-R (35RX) Location: Chiba Prefecture, Japan Horsepower: 1250hp

Owner: GReddy / Trust Japan Engine Displacement: 4.3L Torque: 1085 lbs-ft

Driver: Tarzan Yamada

The car has received wide praise, and GReddy has strongly positioned themselves atop the ladder of tuners in Japan once again.

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Engine GReddy RX4.3L stroker kit (treated sleeved block, pistons, h-beam conrods, forged crank) GReddy RX1200 prototype turbine kit GReddy circuit spec center pipe (76.3 mm to 90 mm) BenSopra racing exhaust system (90 mm) Ported and polished heads GReddy camshafts 272º duration, 10.8 mm lift (IN/EX) GReddy upgraded valves GReddy valve springs GReddy metal head gasket GReddy RX inlet plenum GReddy RX anodized billet larger diameter throttles bodies GReddy Spec-R-HG Type-29 twin-entry intercooler GReddy RX-spec intercooler piping kit GReddy RX intake pipes GReddy Airinx air filters GReddy blow off valves GReddy billet fuel rail GReddy 1000 cc/min injectors, 2x fuel pump & adjustable FPR GReddy oil catch tank GReddy oil cooler kit GReddy racing radiator Top Secret radiator reserve tank GReddy e-manage Ultimate ECU Transmission Dodson upgraded first gear kit GReddy DCT upgraded clutch kit GReddy DCT billet oil pan kit OS Giken LSD Suspension & Brakes GReddy racing suspension 30 kg/mm springs (front), 32 kg/mm (rear) Top Secret adjustable front top upper arms Top Secret adjustable pillow ball lower arms Endless Advanced 6-pot monoblock front calipers & 2-piece 400 mm discs Endless Advanced 4-pot monoblock rear calipers & 2-piece 387 mm discs Endless racing brake pads (front & rear) Wheels & Tires Prodrive GC-012L 10.5Jx20�

15 mm spacers front, 60 mm hub extenders rear Dunlop Sport Maxx GT600 285/35ZRF20 (front & rear) Exterior Full Ben Sopra aero kit: Front bumper & bonnet cowl section Front lip spoiler Bonnet hinge conversion Front fenders Side skirts Rear overfenders & fender conversion Rear bumper Wing stays GT-Wing Rear diffuser Custom Art Factory vinyl wrap Interior & Chassis Race Tech RT4900HR racing bucket seats TRS racing harnesses GReddy Profec B-specII boost controller with overboost trigger GReddy Electronic Performance Device GReddy turbo gauge

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he Street Life Tour seems to get bigger and better every year. For the past four years, the sleepy town of Xenia, Ohio has been flooded with thousands of tuners and their cars for two days of absolute anarchy. Xenia’s local Kil-Kare Speedway acts as the stomping ground for all who dare to show their skills behind the wheel, and the best description we can come up with for this event is an amusement park for petrol heads. There is something for everyone here without all of the political B.S. that comes with larger events of this caliber. A “come one, come all” invite still holds true today, so you will find grassroots drivers competing right alongside pro drivers, and a general feeling of pure competition permeates the entire event. This is what car culture should be all about. To hell with who has sponsorship and fame, whether or not you have raced before, or what car you drive. For two glorious days those who love cars and love driving them are gods amongst men. So let’s get you guys up to speed…

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FINAL fantasy the perfect harmony of form and function words and Photos by Eric Eikenberry

hat other explanation can there be for a man who took BMWs elegant 3-Series coupe and converted it to a full show car for the 2008 SEMA show, then promptly tore it apart and began working on a complete revision for the 2011 show? We certainly cannot help but admire the result of his continuous exhortations, as the results of this labor of love have reached fruition. We do dig modified cars here at PAS. Starting with the obvious would be too simple. Sometimes it is all of the small details which make a good car into a great one. Gaze at the pearl white powder coated Rotora brakes, as re-envisioned by Mike Borja at Rollin’ Art- 6-piston front and 4-piston rear calipers gripping big 355mm saucer plates.

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and rear anti-roll bars. He added Powerflex control arm bushings for even more control over steering precision than the OEM rubber bushings could provide, necessary with the 10” wide front wheels and 11” wide rears.

In the engine bay, Molina has picked up some killer product, like the Axis Power Racing carbon fiber engine cover, an NRG carbon fiber valve cover, dual ram air scoops from Race Precision Inc., and a cold air intake pipe from Stett Performance.

Molina had a hand in suggesting that Stett produce a stainless steel ver-

“Carlos molina has once again delivered a fresh take on the E92 chassis that will surely draw some attention.”

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sion of the cheap plastic BMW vacuum canisters.

These supply an immediate control signal to the dual waste gates, leading to better performance.

He is also using their charge pipe (guaranteed not to pop off the intercooler) and TIAL blow-off valve setup, as it provides built-in bungs for his Nitrous Express system. Stett has even worked up a buffed up oil cooling system which outperforms similar units by forty percent. AFE supplied their down pipe and throttle body while Jay at 661 Autosport handled the installation. Race Precision Inc. contributed their new 335i exhaust system, a front-mounted oversize intercooler, and Eloy Way at RPI installed his ESS tuning. Centerforce Clutches backed this motor up with a lightweight flywheel and their weighted pressure plate, which increases clamping force as RPM climbs.

With the engine bay leading the way in the carbon fiber charge, of course the interior needed some too. NR-G supplied their carbon fiber E-brake handle and their full 16-piece trim kit. Carbon fiber Cobra race seats were reupholstered in diamond-stitched gray cloth and black Alcantera by Rollin’ Art. The headliner, A and C pillars, and trunk also received the Ritz treatment, with stitched Alcantera everywhere. The steering wheel comes from Ace Custom Steering, and features a revised rim shape and hand-stitched blue suede leather around the perimeter. Even Molina’s visors were rewrapped for a complete “bat cave meets race car” look. Mike at Rollin’ Art had these words, “With the evolution of automotive trends, there will always be a conflict between form and function. We at Rollin’ Art believe that form equals function.”

The trunk display doubles up the fun, with dual 19” Accele monitors, one for the 4 cameras mounted discretely around the car, and the other to play movies from the Kenwood slide-out touch-screen equipped head unit. Toss in three

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ESSENTIALS VEHICLE: 2008 BMW 335i LOCATION: Las Vegas, NV HORSEPOWER: 455 whp WEBSITE: www.Rollinart.wordpress.com CLUB AFFILIATION: Rollin’ Art

OWNER: Carlos Molina JR ENGINE DISPLACEMENT: 3.5L

STOPPING POWER COMES FROM PEARL WHITE POWDERCOATED ROTORA BRAKES WITH 6-PISTON FRONT AND 4-PISTON REAR CALIPERS GRIPPING BIG 355MM SAUCER PLATES. Diamond amps under plexi, two 12” Diamond subs, and a hidden Sony PlayStation 3 and a Street Wires 2 farad capacitor, and you have the making for a system that is almost as powerful as the exterior. Al and Ed’s Autosound from Pasadena, California did another exemplary job, as is usual for them.

But not quite, because, as you can plainly see, the exterior is awesome. This is how the pros at Las Vegas Classic Coach, the home of Rollin’ Art, do it. Rollin’ Art is planning to impress the masses at the shows this year with their exemplary dedication to their work.

The wide body kit comes from Prior Design USA, and was installed and painted by Rollin’ Art’s owner, Borja, in a custom Ferrari color called Bianco Fugi White. It is a matte white crossed with a pearl and looks stunning from

any view. The Prior kit replicates the muchwider E92 M3 body, down to the muscular vented hood and carbon fiber trunk lip spoiler, plus one more spoiler for the rear glass. It demands a professional- level install; this isn’t some bolt-on package of wheels flares. It’s the whole enchilada. If you have a 335i, and do not feel like spending the dough on the gasguzzling 18 MPG M3 V8, this kit is the answer to your prayers.

Thanks to the help of his sponsors, Molina has once again delivered a fresh take on the E92 chassis, and one that surely drew many eyeballs up in Las Vegas at the 2011 SEMA show. Though he wouldn’t mind taking home an award, he’ll be the first to tell you its not about recognition or fame, but being true to your own individuality. Here at PAS we’ve been preachin’ that sermon for over a decade now and we are glad to see the spirit is still going strong. PAS > www.pasmag.com/FinalFantasy2008BMW335i

SPONSORS: Mike Borja @ Rollin’Art for the immaculate paint job and providing transport of the vehicle, Gregg Vandermark @ Continental, and for over ten years of tire support, Tim Andrews @ Whiteline, Will Baty @ CenterForce, Eloy Way @ Race Precision for believing in the build since SEMA ‘07, Chad Stett @ Stett Performance for continual support and developing the vacuum reservoirs on my recommendation, Andreas Belzek @ Prior Design, Art Blanchford @ ACE Custom Steering, Manu Gill @ DPE, Al &Ed’s Autosound - East Pasadena, CA, Brian Paille @ Accele for supporting another BMW build, Bob Chanthavongsa @ Diamond Audio for last minute audio support and Jay @ 661 Motorsports, Santa Clarita, CA

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ENGINE MODIFICATIONS: Axis Power Racing – Custom Carbon Fiber Engine Cover Centerforce- Performance Clutch Centerforce- Lightened Flywheel Nitrous Express - Remote Bottle Opener Nitrous Express - Purge Value Kit Nitrous Express - Bottle Pressure Gauge Nitrous Express - GENX-2 Accessory Kit Nitrous Express – IntraCooler Kit NRG - Carbon Fiber Valve Cover NRG - Carbon Fiber Bulkhead Cover NRG - Carbon Fiber PS Loop Cover NRG - Carbon Fiber Panel Covers Race Precision Inc.- ESS Tuning Race Precision Inc.- Full Exhaust Race Precision Inc.- Front Mount Intercooler Race Precision - Ram Air Scoop system Stett - Dual Intake, ver.2 (powder coated Stett Red) Stett - Charge Pipe, ver.2 (powder coated Stett Red) w/ TIAL blow-off valve Stett – Carbon Fiber Catch Can Stett - Oil Cooler System Stett - Vacuum Reservoirs (powder coated Stett Red) Stett - Intake Duct Block Off Plate AFE down pipe, AFE throttle body (installed by Jay at 661 Autosports) EXTERIOR: Prior Design - Front Bumper Prior Design - Wide Body Conversion Prior Design - Boot lip spoiler Prior Design - Window Wing Prior Design - Rear Bumper Prior Design - Hood Prior Designs- Front fenders, rear fender flares Prior Design - Side skirts Rollin’Art - Wide Body Installation Rollin’Art - Bianco Fugi White INTERIOR: ACE Custom Steering - Steering Wheel Rollin’Art - Alcantara Suede Shift Boot Rollin’Art - Alcantara Suede E-Brake Boot Cobra - Carbon Fiber Race Seats, re-wrapped in diamond stitch by Rollin’Art NRG - Carbon Fiber e-Brake NRG - Carbon 16pc Interior Kit Rollin’Art - Alcantara Suede Headliner Rollin’Art - Alcantara Suede Trunk Rollin’Art - Alcantara A&C Pillars UUC - Carbon Fiber Race Pedals Active Autowerks polished aluminum shift knob SUSPENSION: Tein - adjustable Super Sport coil-over system Tein - EDFC (to be installed soon) Whiteline - Front Sway Bars Whiteline - Rear Sway Bars Powerflex - Control Arm Bushings WHEELS & TIRES: DPE Super Concave three-piece wheels- 20x10, 20x 11 Rotora - Front 6 pot Caliper powder coated white by Rollin’Art Rotora - Rear 4 pot Caliper powder coated white by Rollin’Art Rotora - 14” Disc Rotors Rotora - SS Brake Lines Rotora - H2 Ceramic Pads Continental - 20" Extreme DW Tires AUDIO & VIDEO: Accele - 19" trunk monitor (split into four sections for the different cameras in car) Accele - 19" trunk lid monitor Accele – Rear view mirror with monitor on rear view Accele – Hidden switches Accele - Actuators Accele - FM modulator Accele - Video amplifier Accele - Video switcher Accele - Rear View Camera Sony - PS3 Diamond Audio - 2 x 12” Subs Diamond Audio - Components Diamond Audio - Mono Amp Diamond Audio - 4 ch Amp Street Wires - 2* Chrome Cap Street Wires - All A/V Wiring

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Built by DSO Eyewear CEO Chris Mangum, this drop-top beauty captures everything that local Angelinos love about their cars – the wind in their hair, the sun in their eyes, and a growl under the hood. Being that this is the second Camaro Mangum has built with Chevrolet, he knew he’d have to step it up from his previous project. Mangum designed a car with a plush and comfortable interior to enjoy the drive, visually appealing to attract attention, and a stereo to keep pedestrians entertained.

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hood, headlights, and mirrors clear of rock chips and imperfections. Should a bug or two decide to attempt to mate with the front end, Mangum always has a bottle of Mothers ShowTime detail in the car to get the car back to freshly-waxed condition.

Under the hood is the crown jewel of the car. A Lysholm twin-screw supercharger puts more than 580hp and 540 lb-ft of torque thru the LS3 engine and to the wheels, providing instantaneous power on demand. K&N filters take care of the air coming into the engine, while a Gibson X-pipe and dual exhaust handles the air leaving the engine. AMSOIL synthetic fluids have replaced all of the factory-filled fluids, and an Odyssey Extreme battery powers the prowl of the motor every morning. An Eddie Motorsports SS sill plate and dress up kit and L&G Enterprises paint

work provide the perfect finishing touches.

Cruising around in this roadster for a weekend will bring a smile to your face because of the incredibly-stable handling it achieves.

The corners are supported by a full Pfadt suspension setup of coilovers, sway bars, and suspension bushings, with a Hotchkis strut bar and subframe brace helping to tie everything together. Stopping power is handled by Brembo Gran Tourismo 6-piston calipers clamping 15” 2-piece floating rotors in front and 4-piston calipers clamping a similar set of 15” 2-piece rotors out back. To say this car handles better than the ‘land barge’ tag often given to previous generations of domestic muscle cars is an understatement.

Inside, passengers are greeted by plush Tuscany leather Katzkin seat covers, accented in perforated raven suede inserts. The driver

This drop-top beauty captures everything that local Angelinos love about their cars – the wind in their hair, the sun in their eyes, and a growl under the hood.

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Essentials Vehicle: 2011 Chevrolet SS Camaro Roadster Location: Costa Mesa, CA Horsepower: 580HP Engine Code: LS3

Owner: Chris Mangum / Mangum Automotive Designs (MAD Industries).

controls shifts through the Hurst Comp shift kit and billet paddle shifters and stomps on a pair of SRP aluminum pedals. Mangum covered the rest of the interior in custom Katzkin raven suede from the pillars, door panels, center console, and bezels and trim to give the feeling of luxury, while Coverking floor mats keep the footwells spotless. Although a drop-top car is always enjoyable to drive, the Rockford Fosgate-powered stereo system definitely adds to the fun. All sounds are controlled by the Sony XNV-770BT 7” touchscreen double-din head unit, which features TomTom Navigation, neatly cradled in a Scosche full color touch screen dash kit, with A/C and Climate controls. All wiring was provided by Rockford Fosgate, which powers a trio of Fosgate amplifiers. In the doors, P152S door components take care of the highs and mids, while a pair of 10” P3D2 subwoofers are powered by a dedicated PBR300x1 amp per woofer. The bass setup is configured where the back seats would normally sit, and features custom Orical Ambiant lighting under the clear view acrylic section of the roadster cover. When walking by this Camaro, the acrylic audio enclosure definitely catches your eye, with the exposed Rockford Fosgate magnets 10” woofers peeking out from behind.

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came from the factory that way, but the special touch was added by Mangum prior to the SEMA unveiling. Although GM hadn’t specified to Mangum or other car builders that they would be focusing on the 100th anniversary of the brand at SEMA, Mangum caught wind of it in speaking with friends who work at Detroit HQ at a recent Barrett-Jackson auction. His integration of the logo into the cover was a special surprise he hadn’t previously included in his renderings and proposal, but a welcome one for the GM team.

DSO Eyewear & Mangum Automotive Designs has built more than 30 auto, truck, bike, and boat builds in the last 12 years, and their Camaro Roadster is yet another example of why OEMs continue to work with the brand and Mangum. DSO’s roots are in the action sports industry, but their evolution into a lifestyle brand has been a calculated and successful move. With professional athletes and celebrities wearing their product, DSO has enjoyed increase publicity in recent years. As their cars continue to expose their brands to new consumers, their sunglasses continue to keep drivers and consumers protected. We can’t think of a better way to enjoy the sun and surf of Southern California than with the top down, tunes cranked up, and DSO sunglasses wrapped around your head! PAS > www.pasmag.com/SurfsUp2011Camaro

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SoundAdvice Ya know, sometimes I just don’t get it. I just came from a local car audio retailer, where I witnessed a young fellow purchase a really decent system for his Mazda 3. He bought top quality products, including a head unit, two amps, two pairs of component speakers and a subwoofer system. The total bill for the gear came to just over 1,500 bucks.

To close the deal, the store offered to throw in a pair of brand name 8-gauge “economy” amp wiring kits, which had a retail value of about 50 bucks for the two. Sound like a good deal to you? Well, it isn’t, and I’ll tell you why.

Because the store was so quick to “throw in” the wiring kits, I suspected that they didn’t cost the shop too much, so being the curious sort, I had a closer look. When I saw the

To see just how much of an actual difference in overall performance there was between the two cables, I performed a series of tests at various levels of current draw. At only 20A of current, the higher resistance in the cheap aluminum cable caused a voltage drop of 0.92 volts at the amplifier!

Almost a full volt of drop, at only 20A! To put that in perspective, the cheap 8-gauge kit was barely adequate to power a head unit!

In comparison, the fullspec copper wire had a drop of only two tenths of a volt.

The picture got even uglier as I increased the current draw, and at 60A the voltage drop in the cheap cable was almost 3 full volts! Think about that for a minute.

At the supply (battery) end of the wire, the voltage was 14.4V. But due to the internal resistance of the aluminum wire, by the time the current reached the other end, the voltage had

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quality of the wiring in these brand name kits, it made me a little sick.

You see, what the customer didn’t realize, and the store certainly didn’t let on, was that the “free” wiring kits were full of bargain basement aluminum wire. You could tell just by the weight, these weren’t quality cables.

Worse yet, the kit was rated at 1,000 watts and came with a 60A fuse. Being the curious type, I bought one of the junk kits along with a high quality 100% copper kit, which claimed to be in compliance with the CEA 2015 wiring standard, and while it cost about double what the cheap kit did, it still only represented about 3% of the cost of the young fellow’s system.

Yup, I planned to do a little testing, to see if he’d really saved anything.

Back at the lab, I carefully cut the power cables for both kits to

dropped to only 11.5 volts!

But here is the scary part.

After only 6 minutes at a current of 60A, the outer jacket of the wire reached 126° C, or more than 250°F! That’s HOT!! The jacket insulation was only rated to 105°C, and was already beginning to get very soft and melt. This was a fire waiting to happen! The wire would melt before the 60A fuse blew! As a comparison, the more expensive pure copper kit only had a 0.6 volt drop at 60A, and it didn’t even get warm to the touch, even after a full 10 minutes at 60A. As we all know, amplifiers don’t operate anywhere near their optimum performance when supplied with only 11.5 volts, and no one wants a car fire, so why on earth would anyone use this crappy cable?

Because they don’t know any better, and that’s why I’m writing this column!

exactly equal 17 foot lengths, and proceeded to put them through a series of tests.

As I found out, in the cheap “giveaway” kit, not only was the wire gauge actually less than the advertised gauge size, but the cables were made up of 85% aluminum and only 15% copper. This meant that the cable had over 75% greater electrical resistance than the full spec copper kit. Resistance in your power cables isn’t good, and in some cases, it is downright dangerous. Greater resistance creates large voltage drops, which leads to poor amplifier performance, greater loads on your charging system, and perhaps the scariest thing, wire heating.

The message and lesson here is simple, and you already know it.

There’s no free lunch.

You can’t get high performance from junk product. It makes no sense to buy high quality amps and speakers, and wire it with junk that hobbles its performance. You wouldn’t put re-treaded tires on a Ferrari would you?

When it comes to your audio system wiring, do yourself a favor, use quality cables. In the end, you might spend slightly more money, but you’ll enjoy getting the utmost performance from your system and at the same time, ensure your car isn’t an electrical fire waiting to happen.

Leave the “economy” wire kits on the shelf, and buy full spec copper cables, or at the very least, CCA cables that are at least 35% copper. And if you do buy CCA cable of any type, buy it at least one full gauge size larger than what you’d use for copper cables.

So who’s at fault here? We are. We all own this because as

consumers we push for lower prices. This makes retailers push suppliers for lower priced products. Manufacturers supply what the retailers want, at a specific price, and when the price can’t be met with conventional materials, alternative cheaper substitutes are found, but the quality and performance suffers. So let’s face it – copper isn’t free, and it’s not cheap. But we need it to get the most from our equipment, and to make sure our rides are wired safely. This means we need to pay the price, and quit accepting lower quality in a big race to zero.

Quality matters! Spread the word, tell your friends. Cables can make a huge difference, not only in the enjoyment of your music and the longevity of your amps and electrical system, but also in your personal safety. There’s no free lunch. You get what you pay for. Don’t buy a fire. PAS > www.pasmag.com/soundadviceapr2012

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sk any true car audio tweaker what’s highest on his or her wish list, and you’d probably find most of the answers would relate to having the ability to fine tune our systems to our heart’s content, in search of that elusive “perfect sound”.

Until recently, serious tuning capability was relegated to a handful of high end and high priced digital signal processors, with complicated and sometimes frustrating Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs). But now Helix (a German company with North America distribution from Rockford Corporation), has a new $599 (US) DSP unit that promises tweaking to your heart’s content with an easy to use set of controls, and a price that’s not going to break the bank.

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The software is easy to install and once loaded, the layout and control functionality are very intuitive and easy to figure out. This is a good thing, because the owner’s manual included with the unit provides all the info you need on how to connect things and install the software, but very little information about

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using the software itself. But with the simple and well thought out interface, it doesn’t take a long time to become very adept at making adjustments and saving your settings to file names of your own choosing.

On the main control panel you’ll find the settings to configure the channels, each of the eight independent channels can be adjusted in almost any way imaginable, such as left, right or center and either full range, tweeter, mid or woofer. The seventh and eighth channels can be set to any of the above, or two different subwoofer outputs.

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The Helix P-DSP proved to be a competent and easy to use tuning tool... giving it an advantage over some of the overly complex and difficult to use products in this category.

your chosen output configuration, all that’s left is the actual tuning! This is where the fun starts, because the Helix P-DSP offers a vast array of tuning possibilities, configurations and settings. There isn’t enough space to list them all here, but I will touch on the most important adjustments and the things that will be the most useful in getting your system dialed in.

› Crossover Settings The P-DSP provides the ability to select All Pass, High Pass or Low Pass for any channel, and you can also select High Pass and Low

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Pass together to create your own custom bandpass crossovers. And I do mean custom, because you have an almost infinite set of frequencies to choose from. The adjustment range covers 20Hz to over 20kHz in very small increments. Once the frequency is set, you then get to select the crossover alignment you prefer, from Butterworth, Bessel, Chebychev, Linkwitz-Riley, or you can even create your own user defined alignment!

There are five available crossover slopes, from -6dB per octave all the way to -30dB/ oct in -6dB increments.

Okay, with the crossovers selected and dialed in to the appropriate channels, we move on to the equalizer.

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› Equalizer Settings And what an EQ this is! At first blush, it looks like a pretty standard 31 band EQ, but upon closer examination, you’ll quickly discover some pretty cool and very useful functions. First, while the standard 31 band frequencies are shown on the “sliders” on the control panel, you can adjust the exact frequency of any of the sliders up or down in small increments on each side of the selected frequency. For example, the 1kHz slider could be set to adjust 940, 970, 1000, 1030, 1060, 1090, 1120 or 1150Hz. Cool huh? But there’s more. Once you have a frequency selected, now you can choose the boost or cut, (from +6dB to -15dB) and then select the Q of the boost or cut you want to apply.

And to make it dead simple, a simulation of the resulting response curve is shown on the screen, so you’ll know exactly what’s going on at all times. If you can’t EQ your system with this baby, I guarantee you that someone can. If that’s the case, maybe they should be doing your tuning!

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› Signal Delay and Phase Okay, so you’ve got the crossovers set, the EQ pretty much dialed in (does anyone ever actually finish EQing?), now it’s time to start fiddling with the staging and imaging.

With the Helix P-DSP, you have the ability to adjust the amount of delay on any of the channels individually, to get just the right image placement. To make things simpler, you can choose to make the adjustments using either distance or time increments, whichever is easier for you. Regardless of which way you do it, you can delay the signal in 0.02 millisecond (0.3”) steps all the way up to a delay equaling 12 feet! Each channel also has a 0-180° phase adjustment, and a handy mute button for turning off certain channels while making your adjustments.

› Additional Features Okay, so the Helix P-DSP is a pretty cool unit, but there are a few other tricks still hiding up its binary sleeve. While tuning, you can save all your settings to a MicroSD card that plugs into the front of the unit and is then written to the unit’s memory. The same card can be used to manage firmware updates without having to connect the unit to a computer. If you wanted to save two very different tuning profiles, say one for SPL and one for SQ, you can switch between them by pressing a tiny recessed button on the unit adjacent to the MicroSD card slot. Verification is indicated by a tri-color LED, so you always know what’s going on.

In the case of connection to an OEM type source unit, turn-on is automatically taken care of with a signal sensing circuit, and a remote output is provided to supply a turn on signal for amplifiers (optional cable required).

Do you have an all-digital signal path? That’s cool, because if you have the ability to provide an optical digital signal from your system, a built-in SPDIF input is also provided, and is also controlled through the software.

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Interchannel gain tracking was close to perfect.

Signal to noise was excellent, and crosstalk also measured better than most amplifiers are capable of.

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› On the Bench On the test bench, the Helix P-DSP proved to be a very accurate, high performance processor. Interchannel gain tracking was as close to perfect as makes no difference, signal to noise was excellent, and crosstalk also measured better than most amplifiers are capable of. The unit has a maximum useable output voltage of 4.0Vrms, and a low output impedance of 85 ohms. It will work well with virtually any source unit, and has high level balanced inputs for connection to an amplified source or OEM radio.

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The Helix P-DSP proved to be a competent and easy to use tuning tool, which in many cases gives it at an advantage over some of the overly complex and difficult to use products in this category. Combine that with an attractive price and good build quality, and it’s a good deal all around. It will provide an astonishing amount of tuning and adjustability, and because the GUIs are well thought out and easy to understand, it could quickly become a pro tweaker’s favorite. PAS

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ne of my favorite things to do at any type of car audio show or contest is to listen to as many of the cars as possible. It’s always fascinating to me to hear the way the systems are tuned, and it’s also a great way to find new favorite tracks for listening and system evaluation. At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, I had the opportunity to listen to several demo cars located in various booths. They all sounded good, but each one had a little different character, and most of them added something of itself to the music.

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Of the systems I listened to, the one that impressed me the most was the Saturn in the Arc Audio booth. Equipped with the “best of the best” from Arc Audio, the car had a very pleasing and accurate sound, without being overly bright or bass heavy. Sitting in the car and listening to music on that system sounded very much like it would on a very good home audio system. And I knew that regardless of the quality and capability of the electronics in the car, the final result was only as good as the speaker system, which was based on Arc Audio’s top of the line “Black Series” components. I asked Arc Audio’s Fred Lynch so many questions about the speakers in that car that he finally threw

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The Arc Audio Black Series 6.3 speaker system is designed specifically for full-on audiophile performance in your car, and is based on high-end speakers designed in Denmark by leading audiophile speaker engineers. Designed specifically for maximum transparency and a natural uncolored sound, the system includes a pair of 6-inch midbass drivers, a pair of 4-inch midrange drivers and a set of 1-inch silk dome tweeters. Each set of drivers comes with its own custom crossover network, which are capable of some of the most in-depth tuning and adjustments I’ve ever seen in a passive network. The result

The Black Series is all about a no-excuses, no compromise approach to audiophile quality listening in your car.

is a system that can be adjusted to adapt to your installation situation and preferences, and that provides stunning sound quality.

In addition, all of the Black Series speakers are put through a rigorous five stage testing protocol, ensuring every driver exceeds the performance requirements set forth by the design engineers and Arc Audio. All of the Black Series drivers are sold in matched pairs, for the best possible performance.

› MIDBASS The 6-inch midbass drivers are built on high-pressure cast aluminum baskets, and employ a special deep convex cone made

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Papyrus is the latin word for paper, but these cones are formed from a special pulp that incorporates bamboo fiber for increased strength and low mass. The cone is located near a high compliance SBR (Styrene Butadiene Rubber) surround on the top side, and a linear type cotton/Nomex spider. The midbass driver gets its movement from a 1.4” voice coil wound on a glass-fiber former, and is powered by a beefy 19 ounce ferrite motor. The drivers’ extended pole piece is copper capped to prevent intermodulation distortion and control voice coil inductance.

To keep the drivers’ voice coil cool, the pole piece is vented and there is an open area under the spider which allows plenty of airflow, and also prevents compliance shifts caused by spider compression. The finished result is a well-made, no-compromise type of driver, with a mounting depth of three inches. The spade type terminals are gold plated to eliminate corrosion.

› MIDRANGE The 4-inch midrange driver is similarly constructed, and comes equipped with a 1-inch copper voice coil, and the same no compromise approach to the design and overall build quality.

ARC AUDIO BLACK 6.3 also has five different level settings. Quality and attention to detail continues with the jumpers used to make the desired selections.

These heavy-duty, large pin connections are a far cry from the tiny little micro motherboard jumpers used by most companies. Instead, these are serious, high current, large contact area devices that easily would handle more current than the speaker wires feeding the system. It is features like this that set these crossovers apart from anything I’ve seen for the automotive market. Each network is housed in its own separate case to maximize installation space as well as minimize component crosstalk that can occur when multiple networks share a common board.

MEASURED SPECIFICATIONS Power Handling 6” 85watts RMS / 200W “Peak” Power Handling 4” 60watts RMS / 120W “Peak” Power Handling 6” 60watts RMS / 120W “Peak” Crossover, Woofer -12dB per octave Crossover, Tweeter -12dB per octave Frequency Range 45-22000Hz Sensitivity 90dB/SPL @ 1W/1M Nominal Impedance 4 ohms

› LISTENING My listening session for these speakers turned into the better part of a full day, simply because I was enjoying myself so much. I appreciate and prefer systems that have a focus on natural sounding musical reproduction, rather than adding their own color to the sound. In the accuracy and flatness of response, this system is exemplary. I found it very easy to distinguish between the separate voices in a quartet or to tell the gauge of a jazz player’s guitar pick by the darkness or brightness of the sound. You could hear the warmth and richness of a Bosendorfer piano compared to a Steinway. The Black 6.3 system provided a level of detail and clarity that many decent home speaker systems would struggle to achieve, and it did it without the benefit of a specially designed enclosure. (Note: Because most car audio speakers are designed to operate in the vehicle’s doors, my listening baffles do not use enclosures, and simply share a large airspace.)

› TWEETER The high frequency driver in this system is a real gem, with excellent detail and shimmer, but no trace of brittleness or sibilance.

The tweeter uses a 26mm (1-inch) silk dome driven by a 1-inch voice coil. The back side of the tweeter is vented into its own rear chamber which allows a lower resonant frequency without detracting from the high frequency performance.

› CROSSOVER The passive crossover networks that come with the system are very impressive.

Extensive use of only the highest quality components, with metalized polypropylene capacitors and large air core inductors, and an inventive jumper design allow for an astonishing amount of adjustment and tuning. The system is called Vari-Point and to attempt to list all the various iterations and adaptations here would take up a lot more space that I have, but I’ll give you some examples. You can choose from Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley or Bessel alignments, and on the woofer and tweeter you have the ability to select the crossover frequency from seven or eight choices from about 2 kHz to almost 6 kHz. And if that’s not enough, the tweeter

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â&#x20AC;ş Conclusion When I heard the car in the Arc Audio booth at CES, I realized I was listening to something uncommonly good, and the speaker system was a big part of that performance. This is one of those all too rare systems that comes together so well that it makes you just want to sit and listen to all of your favorite songs. As Fred told me at the CES show, the Black Series is all about a no-excuses, no compromise approach to audiophile quality listening in your car.

And after listening, testing, and more listening, I have to agree.

While it may not be absolutely perfect, the $1,149 (US) Black Series 6.3 system comes closer than anything Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve reviewed in a long time. The Black Series speaker systems are available from authorized Arc Audio retailers, and you can find out more about the Black 6.3 system online at www.arcaudio.com PAS > www.pasmag.com/Black63ARC > www.arcaudio.com

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recently had an opportunity to evaluate a 6” component speaker system from a company I was not at all familiar with. The company is called Dominations, and the product is available from True Sound Auto in Vancouver, British Columbia. According to the True Sound Auto website, The Dominations products were developed in Indonesia by a company called Audioworkshop, and they are quite proud of the success they have had in local IASCA competitions. The system I received for evaluation was their top of the line CFS 4, a two way component system featuring high quality components and good attention to detail, which is what one expects from a system with a retail price of $799.

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Turning my attention to under the lightweight cone, I found a flat linear spider, and below that, a very well ventilated 1” voice coil assembly. And while the basket does provide excellent air flow to and from the coil to

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improve power handling, there is a complete lack of any sort of protective screen or mesh to keep unwanted debris out of the magnetic gap. To be safe and prevent accidental failure, you want to make sure there are no errant metal filings or chips floating around in the door before you mount the speaker.

The ferrite magnetic motor of the speaker is generously sized, and incorporates a vented pole piece. Wire connections are made via standard spade terminals.

The tweeter of the system is, well, a bit unusual in its design. Evidently, installa-

For a new product from a new company, I was fairly intrigued by the Dominations CFS 4 system.

tion expertise and component integration in Indonesia isn’t quite on par with North America, so the CFS4 tweeters come mounted on large and somewhat ungainly looking swivel-type bases that screw down to the mounting surface with three screws.

The base is made so that it’s 90° in relation to the tweeter, as if it’s made to mount to the top of a dashboard, and fire the tweeter directly at the listener. Of course, the tweeter can be removed from the housing and mounted in a more traditional configuration, but it’s still quite large, with the mounting

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The passive crossovers supplied with the system use air core inductors, and use a polystyrene cap for the tweeter filter. Additional circuitry includes a Zobel network to compensate for the reactance of the mids voice coil and maintain a flatter impedance response, as well as a series notch filter to do similar duty on the tweeters impedance curve. Switches provide settings for tweeter level and phase, as well as providing bi-amp capability. The crossovers are built on large platforms measuring 7.5” x 5.5” x 1.75” tall.

They use two mounting holes in the black ABS plastic bottom, and have a clear plexi top. The sides are open all the way around, which allows the resistor networks to cool better, but also risks the entry of unwanted conductive debris.

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good output, but the output level of the tweeters had a bit of trouble keeping up to the amazing output of the woofers.

Moving on to some tracks I know have excellent detail and very neutral tonal balance such as Marc Cohn’s “Perfect Love” and the old standby “Ain’t No Cure For Love” by Jennifer Warnes, I concluded that the woofer side of the equation was simply excellent, but the tweeters were simply overwhelmed by the woofers. That is not to say the system sounded bad at all, because it didn’t. It simply lacked output in the tweeter region, specifically above about 7500Hz. The sonics were smooth and the bass output was impressive, but I found myself looking for about another 6dB of output from the tweeters. And this was with me sitting on-axis, directly in front of the system. If you mounted these tweeters off axis, such as in a door, the problem would probably be even more pronounced. But these woofers are brilliant!

Graph showing significantly reduced high frequency output

› Listening After custom building a new set of baffles to mount the tweeters on my sound room’s panels and still retain the tweeter housings for the best possible performance, at the suggestion of the owner’s manual I let the system play at a low level overnight before evaluating it the next morning. I began as usual, with the tweeters set for maximum output and adjusted the phase for best response.

Beginning with K.D. Lang’s “Constant Craving” I found the sound of the system to be smooth, warm and generally pleasing, but with almost too much midbass output relative to the tweeter level. Changing musical gears a bit, I tried Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Cars”. Again, the midbass performance was striking, with plenty of fairly deep bass and System Impedance

I concluded that the woofer side of the equation was simply excellent. these woofers are brilliant!

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› On The Bench Moving the Dominations CFS4 system into the lab, I measured the frequency response, and just as I had thought, the output of the tweeter was quite a bit down when compared to the prodigious output of the woofer. I also checked the impedance response of the system, and found that the impedance compensation circuitry was indeed doing its job in maintaining a fairly flat impedance. The tweeter level shift control also worked as expected, but even in the maximum output position, the tweeters were still very much on the “polite” side of the spectrum.

› Conclusion For a new product from a new company, I was fairly intrigued by the Dominations CFS 4 system. The performance of the 6” woofer was as good as I had heard in quite a while at any price, and the entire system was well designed and nicely constructed. And while I’m not a fan of either the tweeter “pods” mounting idea, or frankly the tweeters in general, due to the lack of output, this would be a relatively easy “fix”. Then, with something as simple as a better level-matched tweeter and more conventional mounting, this system could be a really serious contender.

I’m going to keep an eye on these guys, and see what evolves. You should too. PAS > www.pasmag.com/CFS4Dominations > www.truesoundauto.com > dominations@truesoundauto.com

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Remove the glove box (where the SOEM-4 will be mounted) and locate OEM amplifier wiring harness.

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Connect OEM speaker outputs to SOEM-4 speaker inputs. Attach two sets of Stinger Pro 3 RCAs to the SOEM-4 outputs, attach amp remote wire and route (with extended subwoofer speaker wire) to the trunk on the opposite side of the power wire.

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iConnects USB Car Charger Remove center console pocket and drill a hole in the back of the pocket for the iConnects USB cable to run through.

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Peel away the moisture barrier to expose bare metal and apply more of that shiny Dynamat!

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With an increase in speaker size a Best Kits 6.5” speaker adapter was installed to the OEM speaker location. Connect the speaker wires to the back of the new JBL P660C mid, mount to the adapter and reapply the moisture barrier.

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Mount the external JBL crossover to an open area for post installation tuning, and connect speaker cables from the coaxial and tweeter.

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Carefully pry the OEM tweeter from the pod to make way for the JBL P660C tweeter upgrade.

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Remove the speaker grills from the rear deck and unscrew OEM speakers.

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Install another Best Kits 6.5” adapter to the new JBL GTO628 speakers, mount to the rear deck, drop in the grilles and connect speaker wires from the JBLs to the factory speaker wires.

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Dynamat application Remove trim panels, carpet, padding and trunk lid liner from trunk.

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Bazooka Basstube Wire the included Bazooka FAST-9999 universal harness and the OEM subwoofer speaker wire in parallel. Then connect the power wire to the positive post on capacitor, and remote wire to remote from SOEM-4. Ground the BTAH cable to chassis and attach to FAST-9999 cable.

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Remove the OEM trunk liner carpet and attach the mounting straps. Secure tube snuggly and reinstall carpet and tube back into the trunk. Adjust tube mounting position if necessary and plug in BTAH cable.

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Attach the power wire back at the battery, adjust amp gains and EQ settings. To tune the amp turn all gains to the lowest setting and play stereo at ¾ full volume. Now slowly adjust gains up just before you hear distortion.

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conclusion: Now that we’ve covered the audio with help from the Geek Squad at Best Buy, the Accord is on its way to IAC for some body work. Next up is the Civic, which will be getting an audio replacement from Kenwood and Alpine. Stay tuned because 2012 will be the year of Honda Remix 2.0. Over the course of the next year, PASMAG will bring you indepth coverage of all of the installs. PAS

Sources Best buy • www.bestbuy.ca • GeekSquad.ca JBL • www.jbl.com Bazooka • www.bazooka.com Dynamat • www.dynamat.com Stinger • www.stingerelectronics.com iConnects • www.iconnects.ca

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COEOE8eq ≥ cacheaudio.com The COE8eq will provide the ultimate solution for adding aftermarket amplifiers and speakers to any OEM audio system. The COE8eq can provide install flexibility with four pairs of channel inputs. The remote level control also doubles as the switch for the auxiliary input. It also has a unique signal sense feature that detects signal on the input and turns the unit on without the need of a 12-volt trigger. This on board equalizer can be used to custom tuned for the optimum listening experience.

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Beeline Series ≥ cruxinterfacing.com The CRUX BEEBT-22 Bluetooth Connectivity Kit is a comprehensive solution that is tailored to seamlessly integrate mobile phones with a wide range of Toyota / Scion automobiles. It includes steering wheel controls that enhance the ease of access for communicating while driving. Featuring cuttingedge A2DP technology that allows the user to stream music wirelessly into the factory installed (OEM) audio system.

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Grom Audio

GROM-USB MP3 Smartphone Bluetooth Car Kit ≥ gromaaudio.com GROM-USB connects any portable music device to a factory car stereo for many car makes. The adapter provides USB input for MP3 playback directly from USB mass storage device. Integrated controls allow using car radio or steering wheel buttons to change track position, browse albums and more. In addition GROM-USB connects Bluetooth Hands Free, Android phone, iPod/iPhone to the factory car stereo. GROM Bluetooth Dongle adds Bluetooth-enabled hands free communication and audio streaming.

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Axxess Blue Link® Interface ≥ metraonline.com Hyundai has introduced Blue Link, an innovative technology that sends and receives updates to keep you well connected at all times.

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CleanSweep CL-441dsp ≥ jlaudio.com / gemsen.com CleanSweep® integration products are gateways between your factory-installed head unit and your high-performance aftermarket amplifiers and speaker systems.

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FLATLINE© ≥ massiveaudio.com The Massive Audio FLATLINE© hi-end line-output converter will make installing aftermarket electronics a breeze. This unique OEM product will convert up to 8 speaker level signals at over 300+ watts from either your cars factory amplifier or your OEM head-unit.

The FLATELINE has 8 RCA outputs that can be programmed so the user can have a multiple amplified system with front, rear, center and subwoofer outputs. All being driven by a massive 9 Volt preamp output with signal auto-sensing inputs and level matching controls. Now you can hook up that I-PODTM/MP3 Player with the included remote aux cable, selectable input switching with gain control while still using your factory head unit.

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Turbo2 Integrated kits for the Nissan Murano ≥metraonline.com/gentec-intl.com Metra Electronics is proud to announce they are now shipping the new 99-7612A and 99-7612B. Both kits are designed for installation of aftermarket DIN and DDIN radios into the 2003-2007 Nissan Murano.

These kits have more than 20 rubber buttons for control of factory climate controls and Driver Information Center. These functions are all seen on the factory display that is retained by the interface. Metra has been shipping kits with integrated electronics for climate controls and displays since 2003 and now offers more than twenty integrated kits like this one for the Murano… no other integrated kits like it are available in the world!.

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M1000-M-DA2 MOST Advanced Analog & Digital Pre-Amp ≥ mobridge.us When it comes to upgrading the audio system in vehicles equipped with MOST Fibre Optic networks, the best way get a pure, phasecoherent, flat frequency response signal source is to use the M1000-MDA2 from mObridge. The DA2 provides 8 channels of output to connect to premium amplifiers, making your speakers sound their best. The powerful 400MHz Blackfin DSP and BurrBrown D/A Converter ensure studio-quality sound while maintaining functionality for factory Bluetooth voice and navigation prompts.

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Uconnect Touch 4.3 and 8.4 ≥ DirectusNav.com The Uconnect Touch radio consists of a 4.3” color LCD touch screen (or optional 8.4” large screen) in the center of the dash, a remotely mounted CD player, a USB port for iPod control or MP3 and WMA audio playback from a USB memory device, Bluetooth, voice recognition and optional XM/ Sirius satellite radio. All radio features, vehicle convenience settings and the heating and air conditioning system can be controlled directly from the touch screen.

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RadioPRO4 ≥ pac-audio.com The RadioPRO4 is an allin-one radio replacement and SWC interface, the RadioPRO4 communicates directly with the vehicle’s databus and comes pre-loaded with software that retains OEM features and saves time during an installation. RadioPRO4 modules are available for Audi, Chrysler, Ford, GM and Volkswagen vehicles.

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iPhone/iPod Interface ≥ pie.net Everybody wants to listen to their iPods and iPhones in their cars, but plugging into the factory radio’s AUX port is lame; plus, it doesn’t charge your device. Precision Interface Electronics makes a cleaner solution for most Honda, Toyota, Lexus, Acura and Scion vehicles. Not only does it play your idevice through the radio; it charges it and lets you control playback and track selection from the radio. Check out the HON03-IPH for 2003-2011 Honda and Acura, TOY03-IPH for 2003-2011 Toyota and Lexus, or TOY-IPH for 19982005 Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Professional installation is recommended.

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3SIXTY.3 Interactive Signal Processor ≥ rockfordcorp.com Rockford Fosgate’s 3sixty.3 gives customer’s seamless OEM integration and complete control over their audio experience.

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XS Power High Frequency Chargers

XS Power’s high Frequency (HF) charging technology for AGM batteries provides a faster charge than conventional chargers, while also offering improved sulfation protection. XS Power has released 3 models, (12V, 14V and 16V). All these models feature their Intellicharger smartcharge technology, providing safe, reliable and rapid charging with built-in microprocessor monitoring, while weighing only 3.25 lbs in an ultra-compact case. This 3 stage process includes a float (or maintenance) mode, which allows the charger to also function as a battery maintainerand prevents accidental over-charging. High quality, durable cables and clamps are built in. For more call 888-497-7693 or visit www.4xspower.com

Monster Products iMotion CarPlay Direct Connect 3000

Just released from Monster Products is the iMotion CarPlay Direct Connect 3000. This is a winner on two fronts. First up, sound. The product comes with a fully compliant Dock Connector for iPod®, iPhone®, or iPad®, use. The connector charges your device while tapping into your device’s music content. The audio is then routed through a stereo mini plug into your car’s ‘aux’ port. But here’s the next level. This device has an infrared sensor that translates simple hand gestures into basic commands for your device.

Stop. Play. Next Track. Previous Track. Keep your eyes on the road and use the simplest hand gestures to control your music. Great sound and safety from Monster. For more visit www.monsterproducts.com

Escort Live

The ESCORT Live™ app is designed to allow compatible ESCORT and BELTRONICS radar detectors to share alerts.

Using Bluetooth technology embedded in SmartCord Live™ cords and the driver’s smartphone, detector alerts are transmitted to the ESCORT Live™ intelligent host and then broadcast across the Live™ network. A key ESCORT Live™ compatible model is ESCORT’s flagship detector, the PASSPORT 9500ix™ which features ESCORT’s patented AutoLearn™ technology. Frequently called ‘the world’s most intelligent radar detector’, the PASSPORT 9500ix™ uses GPS technology and artificial intelligence to allow AutoLearn™ to automatically identify, and then eliminate, false alerts. All of this capability and more works seamlessly with the ESCORT Live™ network. For more visit www.ESCORTinc.com

ORACLE SMD HALO Kits

Advanced Automotive Concepts introduces the new ORACLE line of SMD Halo kits for most late model vehicles.

ORACLE SMD Halos are an attractive and legal alternative to nasty factory Daytime Running Lights. Using the latest Surface Mount LED technology these Halos are extremely bright and visible even in direct sunlight and have a lifetime of over 50,000 hours of continuous use. Starting at just $169 for many vehicles this kit gives you major “head turning” factor for the money! The ORACLE ColorSHIFT Halo Kits can change to ANY color with the push of a button. You can drive legally on the street with white Halos then switch the lights to Blue, Red, Green, Purple, etc for car shows and meets.

For more visit www.OracleLights.com and www.CamaroLighting.com

Scosche cellCONTROL

Scosche Industries is pleased to announce its highly anticipated cellCONTROL safe driving system in now available. Demonstrating continued innovation in the automotive aftermarket industry, Scosche cellCONTROL is designed to assist drivers with safe driving practices by disabling distracting functions of a smartphone when driving. Scosche’s Safe Driving System automatically disables the most distracting functions of a smartphone including handheld phone calls, texting and emailing capabilities. As the vehicle begins to move, cellCONTROL will automatically connect to the users phone via Bluetooth to disable distracting functions. The system is completely tamper proof and will automatically alert the system’s administrator with any removal, deactivation or other misuse. For more visit www.scosche.com

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Wheel Rim Cleaner ≥ bmw.ca The new BMW Wheel Rim Cleaner is a highly efficient, non-corrosive special cleaning agent. Shortly after application, the cleaning effect is indicated by a red coloration that signals that dirt is actively being dissolved. The improved formulation with more powerful ingredients removes stubborn dirt such as bakedon brake dust, oil and rubber residue, and other road dirt even more effortlessly and with less physical intervention by the user.

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Premium Windshield Cleaner & Rain Repellent ≥ invisibleglass.com/ RainRepellent.htm Invisible Glass® with Rain Repellent was developed for exterior vehicle glass with THREE simple objectives: superior cleaning power, “invisible” glass clarity, and a long lasting repellent to shed rain, snow, and ice. Invisible Glass is a powerful cleaner which removes tough dirt, dust, sap, droppings, grease, adhesives, fingerprints, pollutants, and other oily grime. OTHER glass cleaners contain blue dyes and foamy soaps that leave streaks.

Invisible Glass contains NO streaky ingredients. Now , with Rain Repellent added, Invisible Glass sheds water to help you see better in ALL driving conditions - rain, snow, or shine!

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Full Effect Wheel Cleaner ≥ jrponline.com With a complete range of car care products for both DIY and professional detailing make Sonax a world leader in the automotive industry.

The company launched its line of car care products with exterior waxes but now has a full line of interior, exterior, glass, wheel and tire, de-icers, microfiber polishing cloths and body shop paint detailing products.

The leader in sales is their world-renowned phosphate and acid free SONAX “Full Effect” Wheel Cleaner. Brake dust is a fierce enemy of wheel care. When sprayed on seriously soiled wheels, the liquid changes colours from yellow to purple. When it’s time to remove, simply rinse the wheel.

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Superior Nanowax ≥ eagleone.com The patented carnaubabased formula in Eagle One Superior Nanowax produces unbeatable shine and water beading as well as longlasting protection. It also fills fine scratches and unsightly swirl marks. Ease-of-use sets Superior Nanowax apart from traditional liquid waxes.

Just spray on and wipe to a radiant shine with no hand buffing, haze, white residue or discoloring of trim.

Special conditioners and UV protectors quickly penetrate the paint surface for deeper protection which can last six months or longer.

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Slick Mist Speed Wax ≥ lucasoil.com Lucas Oil Slick Mist is a polymer paint gloss intensifier, which can be used on other surfaces such as glass, chrome and vinyl decals. Use Slick Mist as a traditional wax, quick detail spray or spray it on your vehicle between rinsing and drying for the easiest polish job ever. That’s right!

Just spray it on a wet or dry surface and wipe it off.

Slick Mist out performs the competition and will leave your finish slicker and shinier than any product on the market, with long lasting protection. You and Slick Mist can give any machine an extreme gloss fast!

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SHINE Dry Wash and Speed Wax ≥ internationalaeroproducts.com Don’t have time to give your car a complete wet wash? SHINE Dry Wash and Speed Wax was developed to clean, maintain and protect your car—without water! SHINE’s unique formulation dissolves dirt and stains, even the stickiest and most stubborn of stains, including tree sap and bugs. Special lubricating agents encapsulate the dirt so that it can easily be wiped off a car’s delicate surface without scratching. A protective film is also left that provides gloss, color enhancement, and smoothness that conventional car washes fail to deliver. Simply spray on the surface and wipe dry.

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No Touch Tire Shine ≥ notouch.ca No Touch starts 2012 off with a fresh new look. No Touch appearance products are specifically designed to meet the demanding needs of car enthusiasts. No Touch makes it easy to detail your tires, rims and dash in minutes. Just spray on and walk away for a rich long lasting high gloss shine. Next time you want to ride in style, reach for a can of No Touch® and Get Your Shine On!

Car Planet

Detailing Products ≥ carplanetdetailing.com With Spring on the horizon, Car Planet is proud to announce our new Quick Detailer that is sure to bring any vehicle to it’s best shine. Car Planet’s Quick Detailer features a unique plant extract formula that bonds to your vehicle’s paint streak-free, while cleaning away dirt and road grime.

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Shining Monkey

Tire Shine ≥ shiningmonkey.ca Tired of your tires looking like they just came out of a 70’s body building contest all lathered up with oil and grease?? Not to mention, getting all that gunk all over the side of your car??

Well we are to. Introducing the Shining Monkey Tire Shine. This new Non Slinging formula will get your wheels looking Back to Black with a beautiful Satin Sheen without ending up all over the side of your ride. Gone are the days when you have to make your wheels look so shiny that you can’t tell where the rim ends and the tires begin. This is the next level in vehicle care. If you want your ride looking right and not over done...try the Shining Monkey Tire Shine. It’s the right amount of shine....everytime!!!

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Ultimate Wash & Wax ANYWHERE ≥ meguiars.com Perfect for urban dwellers, those with limited access to water, or the hot rodder that just arrived at a cruise, Ultimate Wash & Wax Anywhere safely lifts away dirt and grime while leaving behind a protective layer of hydrophobic wax. In as little as 15 minutes, this new formula can morph a drab and dirty appearance into a stunning, clean & shiny car, without a drop of water. What’s more, depending on how dirty the car is, a single bottle, along with the help of a few microfiber towels can wash & wax up to five average sized cars.

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Headlight Restoration Kit ≥ sylvania.com/auto.com The Headlight Restoration Kit from SYLVANIA removes thousands of miles of damage and restores headlight lenses to provide durable and like-new performance in light output. This do-it-yourself kit helps reduce headlight glare by up to 70 percent and removes the hazy yellow appearance on lenses. The key product differentiator is the UV Block Clear Coat, which protects headlights from future UV damage. The recipient of the 2010 Popular Mechanics Editor’s Choice Award, the product is available at major auto parts stores.

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DISCOUNT TIRE/FALKEN TIRE S13 WORDS AND PHOTOS BY JACOB LEVETON

In recent years, Formula D cars have increasingly pushed the limits of technology and complexity in an effort to maximize the grip of the tires they run on. Daijiro Yoshihara’s Discount Tire Falken S13 is refreshingly simple, utilizing one of the oldest chassis in the series and a slew of off-the-shelf parts to build a simple yet effective drift car. ith the right minds on the team and one of the most experienced drift car drivers on the grid, the car has proven to be one of the best cars on the grid in the past two seasons, scoring four event wins and three additional podiums. Interestingly enough, the car was initially pieced together with a slew of parts from the Falken Tire race car warehouse.

Back in 2009, Dai Yoshihara was driving a V8-powered IS 350 which was the epitome of technology in drift cars. The car featured a fully-built high horsepower V8 motor sandwiched into a modern chassis with rear-mount radiators, an elaborately engineered set of custom suspension arms, yet would finish no higher than the top 32. Unfortunately, the car had an untimely meeting with the wall (the wall won), which left the team with just eight days to find a replacement car to finish the season. Back in Los Angeles, the team resurrected the former S13 coupe chassis from Ross Petty, snagged anLS2 crate motor which sat in Ben Schwartz’s Saturn Sky during the 2007 season (before the car was totaled in a crash), and put together enough parts to get the car running and FD-legal again. Amazingly, after nearly no sleep for anyone on the team during those eight days, the car arrived in Sonoma, California and was competitive right

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Since Formula D began in 2004, Discount Tire has fielded a car at each of the more than 50 individual rounds, showing their commitment to drifting. Over the years, the team has evolved both in terms of cars and drivers to become the top tier team they are today. We decided to dig into the archives to take a look at the cars and drivers which have previously flown the Discount Tire livery.

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out of the gate. Yoshihara went on to earn a top 16 and top eight in the final two events, proving the car was competitive.

Over the past two seasons, the car has evolved into its current form, and is now two full rebuilds removed from the eight-day wonder. The only things left from the original build are the VIN number and driver’s name on the door. Over the winter, the car was stripped to bare chassis, mediablasted, seam welded, and rebuilt from bare metal. Scott Dodgion of SPD Metalworks is responsible for all aspects relating to the build of the car, having been a crew chief on Formula D teams since the first year of the series in 2004. Due to the tire-toweight rule introduced this year, the car had to actually gain several pounds in order to be legal for the 275mm wide Falken tire. Dodgion used that as an opportunity to beef up the roll cage and build additional protection into the tubular trunk and front end supports to prevent damage in a car-to-car collision.

A GM LS2 crate motor (which had been replaced with an upgraded motor in 2010) was ditched for a fully-built LS7 motor from Redline Performance in Anaheim, which pushes out well over 500 horsepower from the 13:1 compression 427 cubic inch naturallyaspirated motor. The motor is mated to a FAST intake manifold, 102mm throttle body, and custom intake with K&N filter. Spent gases are spewed out custom headers and thru the 5” ovular exhaust. All engine vitals are controlled by a Motec MLS ECU. Cooling is managed by the massive Griffin dual-pass radiator. Next to

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Inside the car, the interior is all business.

The roll cage has been updated by SPD Metal Works to comply with the latest safety requirements and is reinforced to ensure maximum safety of Yoshihara in the event of a collision. A pair of Sparco seats and harnesses keep both driver and a potential passenger in one place at all times, while Yoshihara’s inputs are handled thru the Nardi

a fully-built LS7 motor from Redline Performance in Anaheim, which pushes out well over 500 horsepower from the 13:1 compression 427 cubic inch naturallyaspirated motor.

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steering wheel. Outside of the Pride Performance Carbon dash, custom switch panel between the seats to handle ignition and other duties and the Motec dash display, the interior is void of most creature comforts normally found in an everyday street car.

The magic of this car comes together through the suspension, namely with the tuning of Falken suspension aficionado Mike Kojima.

Each corner sits on a set of KW Coilovers with custom spring rates and valving designed to maximize squatting under acceleration but stabilize the car once it’s pitched sideways.

A combination of Nagisa lower control arms, SPL tension rods and rear control arms, and custom spindles provides the combination of adjustment to fine tune the caster, camber, and toe to the precise settings of Master Kojima to maximize the grip out of the Falken 615K tires. At each track, the car is dialed in for the type of track surface and judging requirements that have been set forth by Formula D staff.

While we’d love to give you the specific settings Yoshihara uses at each track, we’d then have to kill you to prevent the information from getting back to other Formula D teams.

The latest makeover of the exterior of the car is definitely the most attractive. Drifting fanboys flock to the 6666 Customs Rocket Bunny bodykit, which is incredibly difficult to find here in the US. Yoshihara has always been partial to the dual-brick projectors from the S13, and this year’s look integrates custom smoked headlight covers into the front end. SPD modified the hood to integrate a hood scoop in an effort to keep the engine bay cool, fiberglass doors replace the OEM steel units to save weight, and an APR front splitter and rear spoiler endplates help stabilize the car at high speeds. The entire car features a custom graphics package which

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stays true to the original Rocket Bunny liveries that have become the staple of the brand.

Finishing out the look, a set of 18” Yoshihara Design D59F wheels are the first wheel of Yoshihara’s signature brand, set to be released to the public later this year.

Last season, Yoshihara piloted the car to two wins in Atlanta and New Jersey as well as a second place finish in Vegas on his way to a fourth place overall finish. While many would be happy with that, the team is aiming for a season championship with the car, knowing that all pieces to the puzzle are there to make it happen. Yoshihara has finished in the top five of the championship in six out of seven Formula D seasons, proving he’s one of the best on the grid. PAS > www.pasmag.com/TheRedDragonYosiharaS13

Engine Modifications: Motor built and tuned by Redline Performance Fast X intake manifold 102mm billet throttle body Aeromotive fuel pump and fuel rails Stainless Steel braided fuel, brake, and power steering lines Custom K&N filter Custom SPD Metalworks Headers Custom 5” SPD Metalworks oval Exhaust Motec MLS engine management Griffin Dual-Pass Radiator McLeod Twin-Disc Clutch G-Force GSR Transmission Winters Quick-Change Diffferential Canton Accusump oiling system INTERIOR: Custom SPD Metalworks Formula D-spec roll cage Sparco Corsa Drivers Seat Sparco Evo Passenger Seat Sparco 5-point harness Nardi steering wheel Custom SPD Metalworks switch panel center console Wheels & Tires & Brakes: 18” Yoshihara Design D59F wheels 245 / 35 / 18 Falken Azenis 615K Tires Front 275 / 35 / 18 Falken Azenis 615K Tires Rear Wilwood front and rear calipers SPD Metalworks Hydraulic E-brake kit w/ Wilwood Caliper SUSPENSION: KW V3 Coilovers Nagisa Front Lower Control Arms SPL Tension Rods Battle Version Rear Control Arms by PDM Racing Spherical bearings replace all rubber bushings interior: 6666 Customs Rocket Bunny body kit including rear spoiler SPD Custom S13 Hood Fiberglass doors Lexan Windows Red / Clear rear taillights OEM S13 Silvia dual brick headlights Custom black-out Silvia headlight covers APR Front Splitter Custom Race Design RB-inspired graphics

The latest makeover of the exterior of the car is definitely the most attractive.

Drifting fanboys flock to the 6666 Customs Rocket Bunny bodykit, which is incredibly difficult to find here in the US.

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Coming to Tokyo is no chore for anyone who knows what awaits them once they get here.

Despite the long flights, bus and train rides, everyone is at their best the instant they step out onto the bustling streets of Tokyo.

irls in maid uniforms with unnaturally high-pitched voices try to smooth-talk you into getting rid of some cash at their maid café while you try and find your hotel that’s jammed somewhere between a ramen shop and a micro-sized Jinja (shrine). But it’s Tokyo, so the closet-sized hotel room and shrimp burger you had for supper even though you thought you ordered a “Bigu Maku” are all part of what makes Tokyo, Tokyo. It’s also a part of what makes Japan’s automotive tuning industry what it is. The flashy colors, extreme styling and outrageous performance numbers are a reflection of Japanese culture and way of life. Self-expression through the modification and alteration of daily items such as cellphones and clothing is a part of Japanese lifestyle, and vehicle customization is really just another example that can be seen not only on the s-chassis or other stereotypical tuner car, but on pretty much anything on four wheels, most commonly in the form of aftermarket exhaust, wheels, and dynamic lighting.

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Once a year, the entire JDM tuning industry that provides Japan and the rest of the world with these goodies gathers in Tokyo. Yes, it’s the time when all automotive enthusiasts around the world crank their heads even further towards Tokyo. It’s a time for Japan’s finest tuners and manufacturers to put everything else aside and come to Makuhari Messe, Tokyo, for the Tokyo Auto Salon.

Here they display their top builds, new products, concepts and all other shiny JDM technology, all emphasized of course by equally eye-catching models.

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On display: top new builds, new products, concepts and all other sorts of shiny JDM technology.

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BOTH THE TRD FT-86 (KNOWN AS THE SCION FR-S IN NORTH AMERICA) AND THE SUBARU BRZ STI RECEIVED THE MOST ATTENTION. Year after year, the quality of the displays both inside the eight massive event halls and outside on the makeshift track continuously get better and better so it’s hard to imagine how the exhibitors can continue to put on a show bigger and better than the last, but somehow they do. Thanks to the work ethic and dedication to perfection of the Japanese, this year’s event continued the trend. TAS blew the previous records out of the water with over 255,000 visitors attending this year’s show, more than ever before.

This year the show’s big highlight was the introduction of the Toyota FT-86 and Subaru BRZ into the tuner world. Out of the eight or so of these models present, both the TRD FT-86 and the BRZ STI received the most attention, but not without a little protest from Up Garage’s beautifully tuned drift-spec FT-86, which tore-up the track one-onone with its older brother the AE-86 in a spectacular drift demonstration.

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As with everything in the world right now Tokyo Auto Salon is also promoting green eco-friendly technology as was evident by the many electric and hybrid vehicles on display. However none of these quiet go karts left me with as positive a view regarding the future of the automobile as much as the Nissan Nismo Leaf did. This pint-sized electric-powered beast spent a good five minutes each day of the show burning whatever rubber it had left on its tires on the concrete, all without burning a single drop of gasoline. PAS > www.pasmag.com/TokyoAutoSalon2012

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An effective street build, designed with the aspiring mechanic in mind Words AND Photos by jACOB leveton

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he brand new 40mpg Hyundai Veloster was released to the public late last year and, while it is being marketed as an economical commuter car, it has tons of tuning potential. The team over at FuelCulture.com got together with Joey Redmond and Infinite Auto Design to produce this top notch Hyundai Veloster build which debuted in the Hyundai booth at SEMA last November. Over the last few years, Hyundai has been reinventing the brand, and this build further proves that it is establishing a ‘cool factor’. Outside of the car, the exterior is headlined by the first imported lip kit from Sequence-X. Sequence is a popular aftermar-

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ket company in South Korea, but the kit had yet to see American shores until the team imported it last summer. Along with importing this lip kit, brand new Korean OE parts were ordered to really set the build apart. The stock headlights were replaced with Korean OE projector headlights which eliminate the ugly amber turn signals and integrate LED halos.

LED taillights and LED turn signal mirrors also upgraded the overall look of the vehicle before the entire exterior was painted in a custom BASF Blueberry paint scheme. Finishing off the exterior are prototype versions of Seibon Carbon’s OEM style hood and trunk, which are now available through retail. Under the

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corners, the suspension includes a custom KW Coilover setup that was built as a one off kit just for this Veloster. Stopping power is provided by a custom SSBC big brake kit slowing the Continental Extreme Contact Tires which wrap the Konig Deception Wheels, while Password:JDM lugnuts keep the wheels mounted to the car.

Inside the car, the interior received one of the biggest overhauls in the car. The factory a-pillars and headliner were an off white color when the car was new, but the team decided that black suede would look better and replaced it all. Cipher Auto seats replace the OE units, but not before they wrapped and reupholstered in Peanut Butter leather with a Cadillac CTS-V inspired stitch pattern. Since the car is heading out on a promotional tour with the Universal Technical Institute as a mechanicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special edition, FuelCulture teamed up with Snap-On tools and placed a fully-stocked toolbox in the back seat behind the driver, which is easily accessible from the third door on the passenger side. Inside the trunk you can see some more essential items for an up and coming mechanic including Mechanix-Wear gloves, a Snap-On impact gun and drill (with a charging station integrated into the trunk), and plenty of Royal Purple fluids. Rounding out the trunk is a custom-built Kicker Audio subwoofer box which provides great sound while utilizing a minimal amount of space.

Under the hood, the engine was given an extensive wire tuck by the ChaseBays team, a task which proved to be quite a feat with the Veloster.

The factory Hyundai engine bay comes equipped with two fuses boxes, an ECU, and a good 4 miles of wiring, which was all re-routed and stuffed under the interior dashboard. Several ChaseBays parts helped clean up the look including a Brake Booster Eliminator, ABS eliminator, and custom

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THE ENGINE WAS GIVEN AN EXTENSIVE WIRE TUCK BY THE CHASEBAYS TEAM, A TASK WHICH PROVED TO BE QUITE A FEAT WITH THE VELOSTER. engine grounding kit. With the new room in the engine bay, a custom intake from AEM was selected to replace the OE airbox, and it just so happens that an EP3 Civic Si intake will fit perfectly and looks as though it was designed for the car due to the similarity between the Veloster OE engine configuration and the Honda Kseries configuration. More power is brought to bear thanks to the Nitrous Express setup which originates in the trunk from a 10lb. bottle and is plumbed into the intake. Cooling is handled by a Flex-A-Lite radiator and fan setup tucked under the plastic shroud and out of sight in the front bumper. Finally, the car was given Denso Spark Plugs and some Royal Purple fluids as the final touches to a perfect all around build. Overall, this car is a simple yet effective street build, design with the aspiring mechanic in mind. Over the next two years, UTI will be taking this car on tour and using it as a recruiting tool for their marketing efforts, aiming to catch the attention of potential future students. Be sure to keep an eye out for this car at automotive events in your area at a UTI booth. PAS

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ESSENTIALS VEHICLE: 2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA OWNER: Fuel Culture WEBSITE: www.FuelCulture.com

ENGINE AEM Cold Air Intake Autometer Phantom Nitrous Pressure and Air/Fuel Ratio Gauges Aeromotive Fuel Pressure Regulator B&M Hi-Tek Oil Cooler Fan Chasebays Brake Booster Eliminator Chasebays ABS Delete and Brake Lines Chasebays Engine Ground Kit Denso Spark Plugs Flex-A-Lite Radiator/Racing Thermostat Nitrous Express Piranha and Purge Systems Nitrous Express Automatic Bottle Heater Optima Battery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8022-091 75/25 Dual Terminal Password:JDM Oil Cap Royal Purple Fluids SSBC Big Brake Kit SPEC Clutch EXTERIOR D-BASF Custom Blueberry Paint Mix Korean Domestic Market Projector Headlights Korean Domestic Market LED Taillights Korean Domestic Market LED Door Mirrors Seibon Carbon Fiber Hood Seibon Carbon Fiber Trunk Sequence-X Lip Kit V-LEDS HID Fog Light Kit V-LEDS Complete LED Light Conversion WHEELS / BRAKES / SUSPENSION: Continental Extreme Contact DW Tires (265x35x18) Konig Deception Wheels (18x8 +35) KW Coilover Suspension SSBC Brake Kit INTERIOR: Cipher Auto Peanut Butter Leather Seats Infinite Auto Design Peanut Butter Leather Center Console and Rear Seats Infinite Auto Design Custom Suede A-Pillars and Headliner Snap-On Tool Storage Unit in Rear Kicker 10-inch Solo Subwoofer Kicker 400-watt Class D Amplifier Kicker Audio Door Speakers Kicker PES19C Substation Enclosure Takata Harness

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STANDING The man behind the machine Words and Photos BY Jeremy Alan Glover

We sat down recently with 2011 DMCC Champion Miro Ovcharik as he reflected on the challenges and highlights of his journey to the top step of the podium. Miro’s passion for racing can be traced back to his earliest childhood memories. Like a lot of us drifting junkies, he got hooked on the sport by playing the Need for Speed Underground video game and watching the US-based drifting race series, Formula D. THE MAN Name: Miro Ovcharik Age: 24 Hometown: Leonia, NJ Nationality: Ukrainian Language: English, Russian Occupation: Software Developer THE MACHINE Car: 1992 Nissan 240SX Number: 01 Color: Pink Engine: GM Performance Parts LS3 With GM “Hot Cam” Horsepower: 480

How was your first full season in DMCC? It was awesome! The competition was great, and it was fun traveling with the same people and seeing familiar faces at every round.

I definitely felt like I was part of the family by the end of the year. As far as results, it was an amazing year with five podiums and three wins out of the seven events. It blows my mind that I was able to do that this year. I’m very grateful for the amazing season and thankful to my crew for helping me get there!

What were your best moments in the series?

My best moment of the year was winning Round Six, Canada vs. USA, at St. Eustache. It seemed like nothing was going right that weekend. I was struggling in practice and couldn’t figure out the track very well. Then, I screwed up my first qualifying lap, and then my second qualifying lap was rained out! Ha-ha! So I basically qualified last, but once the main competition got started, I kept getting better and better fighting my way through the ladder, and before I knew it, I was in the finals with Marc Landreville! Marc was the guy to beat that weekend, but I ended up doing probably the best chase run of my life, and I won! It was an amazing feeling to win after struggling so much all weekend. The $7,500 paycheck was nice, too!

Who did you like competing against the most?

That’s a tough question. I had a lot of great battles with the top drivers of the series, but Dave Briggs was probably the guy I enjoyed battling most. He drives hard every time and doesn’t play any games on the start line or during the battles. His crew is also super professional and knows how to set up his car, so it’s always a challenge going up against him. But most importantly, he shows a lot of sportsmanship, and I know that no matter what happens, we can laugh about it together afterwards and not hold any grudges.

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Who was the hardest driver to battle this season?

The hardest battle was against Tanner Munson at the last round in ICAR. His driving has gotten much more consistent throughout the year, and he didn’t make any mistakes in this battle. His father is on top of setting up the car, and they always have one of the fastest cars on any given weekend. I drove as hard as I could, and we ended up going one-more-time twice! We were both right on the edge scraping the wall and drifting doorto-door! He ended up edging me out and taking the win, but I had no regrets. It felt great to push myself and drive as hard as possible.

What was your most favorite DMCC track?

My favorite track was definitely Montmagny. It’s wide open, fast, and has a pretty grippy surface, so you can really floor it through the corners and use the full power of the car. The fans there are also crazy and bring a lot of energy to the competition!

What are your plans for 2012?

I’m planning to drive in Formula Drift. [In 2011], I tried to do as many competitions as possible to improve my driving and get a better understanding of how to set up the car. With the success in DMCC and top finishes in US series like XDC and HTL Pro-Am, I feel like I’m ready to jump into FD and start competing with the top drivers in the world.

I just drove as hard as I could in each round and luckily had a lot of good finishes.

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Are you changing your car for next season?

I’m building a new S13 240SX chassis because the current chassis is bent from a big crash I had earlier in the year in XDC Florida. Almost all of the parts will be the same as the current car, but you can expect a different color and a whole new look.

Any people you’d like to thank?

I have to thank all my sponsors: Mishimoto for the cooling system on my car, Carbon Creations for the hood, Extreme Dimensions for the DuraFlex bodywork, Widened Clothing for the custom team clothing and fan merchandise, Serious Graphix, Elite JDM, and Slidewayz Motorsports. I also have to thank my crew, Kevin Darwish, Cedric Mallette, and Jf Bonami. The success I had would not have been possible without them.

Did you set out to win the championship or did it just happen?

It just happened. I never really thought about the championship all year. I came to DMCC to learn and compete with top drivers. I just drove as hard as I could in each round and luckily had a lot of good finishes.

Only after winning Round Six, I started thinking, “Wow, I might actually win the DMCC championship!” It is great to be the 2011 champion, but the goal all year was just to drive as hard as possible, put on the best show for the fans, and try to win every round! PAS > www.pasmag.com/MiroDMCC2011Champion

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Congratulations to the 2011 IMPORT FACE-OFF points champions

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IMPORT FACE-OFF 2011 champions

Congratulations to the 2011 IMPORT FACE-OFF points champions

Midwest Region : John and Sharon Jenkins : HONDA CIVIC

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ith a 45% increase in attendance over last year, IFO is now looking to expand their 30-plus event tour to include two stops at Bradenton Motorsports Park in 2013. In the FWD class presented by SPEC clutches and flywheels, Christian Gomez from Orlando, Florida (Acura Integra) won in the finals by posting a 9.37 @ 155 mph against Benjamin Rodriguez from Tampa, Florida (Civic Hatch) who put up a 9.865 @ 137 mph. Sergio Reyes from Orlando, Florida won the Forced Induction Pro class finals with an 8.95 @ 158 mph in his Kings Performance Evo against David Penton’s Toyota Supra that ran a 9.580 @ 145.30 mph. Sergio’s turbo size received a protest during the event, but it was found to be well within the 76.9 mm limit when measured by IFO officials.

“He’s just fast,” said other racers in the class. Shane Phillips from Dania Beach, Florida blew everyone away in the Forced Induction Sport (Street) class with his Turbo/N20 DSM posting a 9.856 @ 115.07 mph in the finals against Dennis Gonzalez. Shane’s faster than usual times for a street car class might make for a “one power adder limit” class rule change later in the year. Mark Podkowik from Naples, Florida [Civic Hatch] won the All Motor Pro class presented by Competition Clutch with a 10.438 @ 129.10 personal best against fellow team mate David Carrion who posted a 12.263 @ 120.11 mph. Sammy Ortiz won the Outlaw (anything goes) class with a blistering 7.25 @ 189.11 mph. During qualifying, one Outlaw car got out of the groove and slammed against the guardrail, causing the car to flip over and skid down the track upside down. The car was totaled, but the driver managed to walk away. Team Kindred Impulse took top honors for Best Club Participation and Representation. Tony Hicks’ ‘00 Eclipse won Best of Show for the second year in a row. PAS

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evertheless, we are going to visit the 370Z and work it over to improve its track day prowess without compromising its street drivability. We are also going to see how well it does in street class time attack. Now we are not starting

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With two throttle bodies, two air flow meters and two airboxes, the 370Z has quite a complicated intake system.

We were pleased with AEM’s instructions which were pretty concise and easy to understand.

Our first step was to do a baseline dyno on our Project 370Z. AEM’s Mustang dyno is very conservative so it’s important to look at the change in power numbers, not just the peak numbers.

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We first laid out all of the parts to orient ourselves.

The AEM kit was very complete.

off looking for a car that is going to break street class records, but we will find out just how competitive we can make the car while keeping it fully streetable, which means no gutting, no removing things like the A/C and no impractical, easily breakable aero.

For our first round of mods, we tested the remarkable AEM ETI cold air intake. If you are into modding the 370Z you know that the car does not respond too well to typical intake tuning. Most of the cold air intakes on the market for the 370Z get into a fight with the car’s ECU and after the initial few dyno runs do not register much of a power gain. Some popular intakes have even registered a loss in power during some of our prior testing.

Next we put the car up on a rack, removed the front wheels, the belly pan and inner fender liners. This is a pretty involved air intake installation.

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In the righthand wheel well there is a windshield washer reservoir that gets in the way of the filter and intake tube.

We must move it for clearance.

This is the left hand wheel well area where the intake tube and filter will live.

In the Z, the ECU senses changes in air flow that a freer flowing intake provides and figures that something is wrong with the car, dialing in a different air fuel mixture or even changing the ignition timing to “correct” what it thinks is a potential problem. Actually this is pretty common in many late model cars.

To correct this, many manufacturers of cold air intakes log Mass Air Flow meter voltage and long and short term trims of the ECU and do a lot of careful tweeks to the placement of the Mass Air Flow meter (or MAF) sensing element and the size of the sampling tube. Doing this helps to ensure that the ECU does not receive data that is much different from stock and therefore won’t start correcting out the fun.

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The factory windshield washer reservoir (left) and its low- profile AEM replacement tank that fits into a new position in the front of the car.

This sounds like a good solution but what it means is that the tuning of your typical well-designed performance intake system is now compromised by the engineers designing intakes not primarily for power, but to prevent the ECU from getting pissed off – power production is a secondary consideration. As a result, intakes often do not make as much power as they used to in the good old days when adding a decent cold air intake was often the best bang for the buck mod you could install on your car.

Enter AEM and ETI technology. ETI technology is AEM’s special programmable MAF voltage corrector box which plugs between the MAF sensor and the ECU. The box is programmed to correct the MAF signal so it matches what the stock signal would be regardless of how the intake is tuned.

First we install the bracket for the new reservoir in the front of the car behind the bumper beam.

Next we bolted the new tank in place.

The new tank is protected by the bumper beam.

The intake tube in place descends into the wheel well area.

AEM first assembles the complete stock intake system on their flow bench and logs MAF voltage over a very wide range of air flow conditions. This gives the engineers a voltage to airflow curve as the stock intake system sees it. They then build a cold air system, tuning it for best power and powerband using resonant tuning and dyno testing. When they get what they feel is a good first iteration of the intake, they flow bench it and compare the MAF voltage curve against the stock curve, and program the ETI box to correct the modified intake voltage curve to match the stock one.

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The driver’s side tube location.

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The passenger side tube routing.

The ETI module frees the engineer from having to compromise the design in MAF tube diameter or placement simply to keep the ECU happy so he can build a system for maximum power. So does this technology work? Will the ETI intake make drift-free power on the 370Z, perhaps one of the most notorious intake hating cars on the market? We will see!

With the filter in place you can easily see why the windshield washer reservoir had to be relocated.

Left side filter in place. The AEM dryflow filters are not oiled and filter to the same levels as OEM filters.

The kit is very complete. Since the windshield washer reservoir is smack where AEM wanted to place the passenger side filter, they relocated the reservoir to the front of the car. Doing so allowed for the placement of a custom molded low profile part complete with a pump and an adapter harness as well as a special custom molded filler neck for a very clean installation.

More Power !!!

The Z put down on an average run – 235 whp and197 lb/ ft of torque, gains of 15 hp and 10 lb/ft respectively.

AEM provides this new remote windshield washer reservoir filler for the engine compartment.

Finally the wheel well liners and belly pan are reinstalled.

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We first did a baseline dyno pull on AEM’s heart breaking Mustang chassis dyno. This is one of the most conservative dynos that we use for our evaluations so it is important to look at the change in number compared to the overall peak numbers themselves.

On the Mustang, we selected an average run for a baseline. The Z put out 220 whp and 187 lb/ft of torque, well below what this car will typically register on a Dynojet.

The windshield washer pump and the relocated MAF sensors must be rewired with new harnesses provided in the kit.

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The intake looks real good in the Z’s engine bay and tidies things up.

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Next we put the car on the dyno again to compare to our baseline runs.

Due to having to install two intake tubes and having to remove all of the lower pans and wheel well liners to install the parts, the overall installation took about twice as long as typical. Still, the installation wasn’t too difficult.

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After the install, we returned to the dyno and did many pulls as well as extended running at part throttle in closed loop. We were pleased to see what the Z put down on an average run – 235 whp and 197 lb/ft of torque, gains of 15 hp and 10 lb/ft respectively. The power gains were repeatable and when running in closed loop, the long and short term trims were stable.

This chart shows the stock MAF voltage curve, the curve after intake tuning and the new ETI corrected curve.

The AEM Nissan 370Z ETI intake yields impressive results with large power gains across the board. The AEM ETI intake is the most powerful 370Z intake we have ever tested by a long shot.

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To the Next Level BFGoodrich g-Force Sport Comp 2 Tire Test Words and Photos by Ricky “RikDaddy” Chu

t seems like every year or so another tire manufacturer comes out with a new tire that’s supposed to change everything we know about driving. For the most part, they are right. With all the new technological advancements in the world, making a better handling tire is pretty realistic. Different tread design, softer compound, or stiffer sidewalls are usually among the updates put into a new tire. According to BFGoodrich, every aspect has been improved upon with the g-Force Comp-2.

We started off on a very early morning at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California or “Fontucky” for anyone who isn’t from Southern California. Sitting in a freezing garage, we listened to how the Comp-2 is going to revolutionize driving for the hardcore enthusiast. According to the spider chart, the Comp-2 vastly outperforms its predecessor the g-Force Sport with up to a 33% improvement in wet handling and 8% in the dry. While those numbers look significant, the only true test is to put them on the track or the street. In this case, the track was a lot safer.

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The Comp-2 vastly outperforms its predecessor the g-Force Sport with up to a 33% improvement in wet handling and 8% in the dry.

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To the Next Level The BFG crew had four stations set up: Wet Autocross, Dry Autocross, Road Course, and 0-60-0 Braking. Since I was representing PASMAG, I was put in the international group with other Canadian journalists who didn’t know who I was.

I just played along like I belonged with them and set out for the Wet Autocross course with world-renowned rally driver Andrew Comrie-Picard, aka ACP. The Wet Autocross was setup with Volkswagen GTIs that were equipped with the BFG Comp-2s and competitor tires, the Kumho Ecsta SPT KU31 and the Hankook Ventus V12 Evo. With the Comp2s, I was able to push the car through the wetted down course without having to compensate for a loss of traction.

The competitor tires held up as well, but there was more give through the tighter turns where I felt I had to lift off of the throttle a little to maintain control. Suddenly the 33% increase seemed pretty accurate and I’m glad that our group started on this course because of the substantial difference in grip.

On the Dry Autocross, I could definitely notice extra traction with the Comp-2 compared to the Kumho Ecsta SPT KU31 and Yokohama S.Drive but it’s hard to gauge an 8% increase just from the seat of my pants. It was a similar story on the 0-60-0 braking area where I only stopped two feet shorter

with the Comp-2s than I did with the S.Drives. Though, as a group we stopped an average of seven feet shorter in the BFG equipped car, which could easily be the difference between a near miss and a crash. People worry so much about handling and acceleration, that they often forget about how important braking is in every day driving situations. When we switched to the Road Course on the Fontucky infield, it was quite noticeable that the Chevy Camaros hugged the track a lot better with the Comp-2s as opposed to the Cooper Zeon RS3-S tires. I’ve never been much of a road racer and I didn’t want to be the one guy who spun out or went off track so once I felt the competitor tires give out a bit, I lifted on the throttle to avoid being “that guy.”

The scenarios set up by BFG did a good job of illustrating the benefits of the Comp-2. Although they weren’t real-world scenarios, being on a closed course makes is a lot safer than driving on the road trying to dodge idiots on city streets. BFG will offer a huge range of sizes for this tire, so you can pick a pair up if you consider yourself a hardcore driver or just happen to like the new tread and cleaner sidewall designs.

Don’t worry, we won’t judge. PAS > www.pasmag.com/BFGComp2TireTest

We stopped an average of seven feet shorter in the BFG equipped car, which is easily a difference between a near miss and a crash.

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Amanda Cowles aka Da1Grl, founder of SexySidewayZ, has taken the Southeast drift scene by storm

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FEBRUARY 11th, 2012

Words by Steve Koss and Photos by denton Bryd & Blue Kiss Studio

MS stormed into Georgia on Feb. 11 to bring its first drift event of the 2012 KMS Drift Championship Series to South Georgia MotorSports Park.

Spectators from all over endured the frigid and windy temperatures to watch drifters navigate through the challenging course and drag racers fly down the strip.

Also adding to this spectacular event were the numerous car show and sound off competitors who used their rides to express their personal style by with both interior and exterior customization to bring life to their unique vision.

Special thanks to Domino’s and Wing Stop who sponsored the pizza and wing eating contest – those boys can eat! This event definitely made a statement about the grassroots of this form of motorsport.

The KMS Drift Championship Series $5,000 (US) cash payout will include a series of events held throughout the southeast. Drivers must earn a minimum of 32 points to qualify for an invitation to the KMS Drift Championship Finals at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Nov. 24. Drivers will receive points for each driver day they attend and points for competition days. There will be a Street and Pro Am Division Grand Champions prizes and trophies in each group. All Drivers that place in the State, Region and Grand Champion will have an opportunity to win the cash payout and have their picture and name listed in Performance Auto & Sound Magazine as the KMS Drift Finals winner. Win the KMS Drift Championship and guarantee maximum exposure to your potential sponsors!! Amanda Cowles aka Da1Grl, founder of SexySidewayZ, has taken the Southeast drift scene by storm. As a woman in a man’s world, Amanda began drifting in 2009 and is successfully making moves to accomplish her ultimate goal of obtaining a Formula D license. Amanda is a crowd favorite and a true ambassador for the sport. PAS

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toucan INC. launches new innovative product lineup words by Shaun Keenan • Photos by toucan

ot long ago, PASMAG went behindthe-scenes inside Toucan’s large operation in Markham, Ont. and learned all kinds of new stuff about its popular and long-running Eurolite Bulbs and Ractive Air Filter product lines.

From its signature line of Xenon crystal replacement bulbs, to its new line of LED driving lights, LED fog lights, HID lighting upgrades, flexible LED tubes, daytime accent lighting and interconnectable LEDs and strobes designed for a number of universal applications, it was surprising to see just how many parts and accessories are available right here in our own backyard.

“We are looking forward to launching several new LED products in 2012,” says Wendell Quan, General Manager of Toucan.

Likewise, the Ractive lineup now encompasses many other performance products, including stainless steel mufflers and tips, air filters, heat shields, with more expected in the future.

Both brands have become leaders in their respective categories by continuing to offer high-quality innovative products at affordable prices, which are two good reasons why we’ve used so many Toucan products on PASMAG project vehicles throughout our own As LEDs 12-year history. have Most recently, we installed continued Eurolite LEDs and HID kits into the Honda Remix Civic Si to evolve, 2.0, Remix Accord 2.0 as well so have as the greener Remix CR-Z we. hybrid. The Remix Program is a collaborative effort between Honda Canada Inc. and PASMAG designed to connect with grassroots enthusiasts across the country and demonstrate the benefits of working with Honda vehicles.

Right now, however, Toucan is celebrating the launch of two new brands to help it better cater to diehard tuning enthusiasts like you.

The first is called SafetyView, a line of highquality displays, waterproof high-res cameras, reverse/parking sensor kits, video recorders and wiring kits designed to not only enhance the safety and security of your automobile, but also to entertain those inside.

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The other is Torino, an Italian line of heavy-duty horns and compressors that deliver very loud diesel sounds. Some models even have dual high/low tones to achieve that perfect truck sound. More recently, Toucan added Torino’s truck grills for several new and latemodel Chevy, Dodge and Ford trucks.

Quan is excited about the addition of the truck accessories and back-up cameras, respectively. He also told us his company will expand the product offerings available under these brands. There are plans to launch a new brand of high-end JDM and performance products called Tejima Motorsports as well.

“We have maintained designing and marketing products that are on the leading edge of technology and style,” says Quan. “As LEDs have continued to evolve, so have we.”

“We have incorporated the best available LEDs together with the appropriate electronics and thermal management, all while keeping in mind the enthusiast who will be buying our products.”

“Our motto has always been quality at an affordable price.”

About Toucan Eurolite XB series replacement bulbs and Ractive filters products can be found at Canadian Tire Stores nationwide, Robert Thibert Inc., Docteur du Par Brise stores and other authorized dealers; and, in the USA through G International Group LLC at www.ginternationalgroup.com.

Toucan Inc. has been developing Automotive Accessories for 18 years. Based in Toronto, Ont., Toucan’s track record of innovation and creativity can be seen in the design, manufacture and marketing of its automotive accessories and performance products in North America under the brands Eurolite, Ractive, Safety View, Torino and Tejima Motorsport.

For more information, visit www.toucaninc.com. PAS > www.pasmag.com/Toucan2012BackstagePass

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ong before she was a film starlet, Sunny was gracing the cover of PASMAG – December 2003, to be exact. We still dream about her in that blue tank top. Anyway, one of Sunny’s most titillating assets is that she’s Canadian, having grown up in Sarnia, Ontario where she participated in many Canadian pastimes like street hockey, ice skating and drinking hot chocolate in front of the fire.

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What gets you in the mood? What are some of your turn-ons?

A sexy guy naked in front of me. The best is when you are at home and your man is walking around naked. I can’t help but make my way to grabbing you. (laughs) It works every time because I am such a perv. Doesn’t matter what I am doing or if I am not happy with him –get naked and I’ll forget it all and f*** you.

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I met an agent who introduced me to the adult industry.

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Why or why not?

Yes, I’m stubborn (laughs).

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It’s a secret!! (laughs) Eating healthy and really taking care of your mind and body.

How do you keep in such great shape?

Spin class and bikhram yoga.

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Penthouse club in Texas. I couldn’t understand why people wanted my photograph. I also met my first friend in adult and she was so much fun to hang out with.

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What are your hobbies? Any hidden talents you’d like to share with the world?

I surf, paint large abstract paintings and read a lot.

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Bentley Coupe.

What do you look for in a guy? What would he have to do to get your attention and to keep you interested?

Someone who dresses well and is business-smart, funny, and who likes to stay physically fit. He would have to be very persistent, actually. As I have gone through life I have become a little picky, so if you are looking for a relationship with me you have to work for it. Not just in the few months that we are together but throughout or whole relationship.

What is your outlook in life?

I don’t deal with bullsh*t and drama and just want to have fun in life, because it’s too short to not live life laughing everyday with someone you love.

So what is the weirdest thing that has ever happened to you on a date? How did the rest of the night go?

A guy went to kiss me and he ended up burping instead. It was so yukky. He was so funny and we were good friends so we ended up hooking up anyways.

On a scale of 1 to 10, how wild are you?

I am as wild as my guy wants me to be. I love to satisfy my man so whatever he wants goes, as long as it doesn’t hurt me.

Tell us about any upcoming projects of yours?

I just got done shooting my big feature, Lies- Diary of an Escort. I wrote, directed and co-edited this movie.

With any ‘spotlight’ type of job, you are looked upon as a role model. What advice would you give out to aspiring models?

Do what your gut tells you and treat it as a business and you will get far. Persistence is the key to success so don’t give up.

Do you have any shout outs or last words?

Check out my websites! PAS

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