The weather this weekend was sunny and unlike a normal winter day in Oregon.

During the week, we spent some time getting our karts ready for a weekend of racing. However, we learned late on Friday afternoon that Pat’s Acres Racing Complex would be closed. This has been the track of choice for us because of its close proximity. Rather than cancel karting for the weekend, we decided to just go to the shop.

Above: Kyle Pollard was ready for serious racing. Jason Oefelein, John Reed, and Adam also came down to race.

Above: Loren Haleston came down to film the event.

After setting up the track, the racing began.

Driver: Kyle Pollard

Driver: John Reed

Driver: Jason Oefelein

Driver: Adam

Driver: Loren Haleston

Even if PARC was closed, we made our own around the shop. We all had a lot of fun and got to enjoy the sunny winter weather. Check back soon for the video for LorenInHD and to see what other fun we have.

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Do you use Flickr?  So does PSI.

Join our group, http://www.flickr.com/groups/tunedbypsi/ and add your own photos of PSI or our work.

Here is a little sample from the group,

Help us build this group up and invite your friends.

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For a driver, there is no real off season.  There are always different things you can do to keep your skills sharp.  In Oregon, this gets a little harder because of the cold and wet weather we usually have.   When it is dry and sunny, we try to make the most of it.

Kyle Pollard, a Formula Drift licensed driver, does not sit around during the off-season but continues to drive as often as he can.  Pollard goes to open drift or local events to get in as much drifting as possible.  Being a responsible driver, he keeps his drifting on tracks or events and off public roads.

Above: Kyle Pollard attending a local open drift event at Pat’s Acres Racing Complex (PARC).

Open drift events are only held certain times of the year.  Pollard participates in other forms of motorsports.

Living in Oregon, indoor go kart racing is a great option, whether it is raining or dry outside.  Pollard races at Sykart in Tigard.  He is consistantly one of the faster drivers there.

Above: A previous sunny day at PSI.

On days that Oregon has nice weather, which happens randomly throughout the year, like this weekend, Pollard often goes back to PARC but this time with a shifter kart.

Above: Kyle Pollard working on the 125 shifter kart to get it ready for racing this weekend.

Racing is often more fun with friends and the a few members of the PSI team will be joining him at PARC.

A few shots from our last trip to PARC:

After a long week of working on cars, a sunny day at the track is what everyone needs.

Racing a shifter kart will help Pollard keep his skills sharp and ready for the next Formula Drift season.  Hope everyone enjoys the sunny weekend.

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Our Celica project started out as a 1984 Toyota Celica.  It was purchased as a little fun car for the snow and the field.  During the 2010 RallyCross season at the Hillsboro Fairgrounds, the Celica made its debut.

Above: Erick Sackhoff and Alex Laventure co-driving the Celica.

The Celica was out in stock form.  The monthly rallycross event had become a fun activity for us at PSI.  A bunch of us started attending it and driving whatever cars we had on hand.  Some of those included,

Above: 1971 Scamp

Above: Toyota Celica All-Trac

Above: 1979 Toyota Celica

Above: Toyota MR2

Above: Toyota MR2

Above: Toyota Cressida

We had a lot of fun with these cars.  However the SCCA no longer holds rallycross events at the Hillsboro Fairgrounds.  We are disappointed.

The first Celica pictured, the blue one, is currently undergoing a build that will change it from rallycross car to more offroad capable.  I don’t want to give too much away but it has been gutted and will soon be getting a new engine.  Check back often for more updates.

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On the dyno, we had a 1UZ powered Toyota Corona.

This Lexus V8 is not stock in this car but was swapped in from a more modern Lexus sedan.

The 1UZ was recently swapped into the Corona and needed to be tuned.

Above: Toyota Corona strapped to the dyno.

Above: Jason Oefelein tuned the Corona with an AEM EMS.

After tuning, the 1UZ produces 250 whp and 264 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the dyno video of the run:

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Some of you might know that PSI and John Reed have been working for the last year or so to develop an Institute for teaching EFI basics and tuning. The Institute is called I.A.P for the Institute of Automotive Performance. This has been a long time desire for me personally to put together a place where people interested in tuning and enhancement of the performance and general automotive knowledge can go to get educated. IAP has been developed with the help of many experts in the industry, to create a structured system that allows students to pick the area of interests and focus on those items exclusively. Below is a general outline of topics covered;

The course outlines these topics

- Fuel Delivery
- Fuel pump sizing
- Fuel Injectors (sizing and matching )
- Ignition systems
- Distributed spark
- Wasted spark
- Direct Fire
- Amplified spark energy
- Engine Position and Ignition sequence
- Noise – (RF)
- Spark Plugs
- Engine Knock – Detonation and pre ignition
- Electronic Wiring Conversion
- Grounding
- Sensors – TPS, MAP, MAF, O2 sensors Wideband, Coolant Temp
- Set-up of EFI base map
- Set-up of RPM and load Axes
- Fuel Types – Pump, Race
- Target air fuel ratio
- Target ignition timing
- Dyno operation
- Data logging
- Software solutions

The intro to basic EFI class is a two day class where the time is split up between class room and lab (dyno room). The focus in the basic class is to give an overview of all aspects of engine operation and fundamentals. In order to advance to the next tier of classes the basic class must be passed. The goal is here is give students the tools to perform their own tuning and to increase their general knowledge. The classes are taught by John Reed of John Reed Racing and myself with collectively roughly 35 years of experience in the automotive field we bring real world experiences to the class room.

Classes have started and we encourage people interested in tuning to attend. More information can be found at www.IAPEDU.com – or simply ask.

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On the dyno, we have a 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.

This Rabbit is powered by a VW 8-Valve and sits on a set of BBS wheels. It produces 126 whp and 138 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the dyno video:

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We are currently working on a new website. We like the website we have now, but it is time for something new. The new site has been designed by the creative team at Hybrid Industries, the same ones that designed our current site. We are consolidating a few sites we have into this one new site. Check back for more details as progress continues. We have over 300 blog posts so this may take awhile.

Here is a sneak preview,

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AEM’s EMS-4 Universal Standalone Programmable Engine Management System is a standalone Engine Management System for modified Powersports and four-cylinder race car applications. The EMS-4 was created using AEM’s powerful Series 2 hardware and includes all of its advanced features without the unneeded ancillary components.

The EMS-4 is designed for four-cylinder applications that need more control than the stock ECU’s ability. This is also an alternative to an AEM Series 2 Plug-n-Play EMS for applications that do not require as many advanced features.

Here are some key features:

• 4 Saturated Injector Drivers
• 4 Coil Triggers
• 8 General Purpose Inputs/Outputs
• Mag or Hall Cam and Crank Inputs
• O2 Input
• Knock Input
• 8 MB Internal Data Logger
• VSS Hall Input
• Can Data Stream
• USB Comm Port
• Compact (4.8″ x 4.55″ x 1.44″), weather/shock proof enclosure
• Utilizes AEMTuner Interface Software
• System is fully enabled and unlocked – Never pay for Upgrades
• Context Sensitive Help Eases Tuning Process
• Maps can be Password Protected by the Tuner to Prevent Unauthorized Usage Sharing
• Data analysis using AEMdata software.

We are no strangers to AEM EMS’, here is Jason Oefelein tuning a turbocharged Mazda Miata with an AEM EMS.

If you are interested in an AEM EMS-4 or any other engine management solution for your car, feel free to contact us and we would be glad to help you.

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The race track at Ridge Motorsports Park in Shelton, WA has recently been completed. The build is taking place is several stages but the main track has been paved. This new track is a great addition to motorsports in the Northwest.

Above: The track layout.

Here is a video of one of the first laps around the new track.

We can’t wait to have a chance to bring down some cars and run a few laps on the track. Maybe we can have one of our client appreciation days here.

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This time in Performance Products, we have Injector Dynamics range of fuel injectors. These injectors are a key component of many of the fuel systems we have made for our clients.

Here is a little info from their site:

Fitment

Application specific fitment is handled with the addition of various top hat adapters, and occasional machining operations. Standard fitment exists for most popular applications, and new fitments will be developed on request. All standard lengths and fuel rail bores are currently accomodated.

Dynamically Matched Sets

We only sell matched sets, and within each set the dynamic flow rate (slope) will vary no more than +/- 1%, and the dead time (offset) will vary no more than +/- 20 microseconds which is equivalent to +/- 1% at a pulsewidth of 2 milliseconds.

It is this dynamic flow matching across the pulsewidth range that separates the men from the boys.

Tight matching at low pulsewidths allows the use of high flow rate injectors without sacrificing idle, off idle, and cruise quality while the matched offsets insure that the individual injectors respond properly to atmoshperic and voltage compensations built in to the ECU.

Full Dynamic Characterization

We provide the data that you and your ECU need to do the job properly.

Flow and offset values are provided from 8 to 16 volts across the full pressure range in 5 psi increments.

Additionally, we publish full dynamic characterization curves: Raw flow vs pulsewidth, offset corrected flow, linearity curves, and pressure sensitivity plots.

We invite you to ask any of our competitors for the same.

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In a previous post, we showed you the custom rear seat brackets for the this ’72 Toyota Land Cruiser.  The client wanted to mount racing seats in the front and rear.

When installing racing seats, a proper harness bar is needed to securely mount the seat harnesses. Seat harnesses hold the occupant into the seat better than traditional seat belts.

The bars needed to be mounted to give both the front and rear passengers enough room to be comfortable. Alex first built a 6-point roll cage to have secure locations to mount the harness bars.

Above: Alex welding the cage and harness bars.

The bars were left raw because the client will handle getting them painted as well as supplying his own harnesses. With the new seats and cage, this 1972 Land Cruiser is ready for some fun.

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A client recently brought in his 2011 Corvette Grand Sport to be lowered on a new set of wheels.

The Corvette was lowered with an Eibach Pro-Kit.

The client chose a set of OZ Racing Ultraleggera’s, which we had powder coated gloss black. The Ultraleggera’s were wrapped in a set of Nitto Invo tires, 275/30 ZR19 in the front and 345/25 ZR20 in the rear.

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Radium Engineering offers an alternative to stock lug bolts for Lotus’ and other European sports cars.

Radium Engineering Titanium Lug Bolts.

These fasteners are machined from forged 6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium alloy rod. They feature a 60 degree tapered conical seat compatible with most OEM and aftermarket wheels. The threads are rolled, not machined, for superior strength and wear resistance. Grade 5 Titanium has 94% the yield strength of a metric Grade 10.9 steel fastener and is over 43% lighter. A non-marring socket is recommended for installation.

Above: Radium Engineering Titanium Lug Bolts on their Turbocharged Lotus Elise on the track at PIR.

Mechanical Properties:
Grade 5 6AL-4V Titanium
Yield Strength: 890MPa
Ultimate Tensile Strength: 952MPa
Shear Strength: 550MPa
Density: 4428 kg/m^3

Lug Bolt Features:
Material: Grade 5 Titanium
Threads: Rolled M12x1.5mm
*Thread Length: 28mm
Taper: 60 Degree Conical
Hex Head Size: 17mm
**Surface Finish Treatment: Nano Ceramic or Anodized

For more information you can check out their website.

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Kyle Pollard’s Tomei SR powered RHD S13 is featured on MotorMavens. Click here for feature

Make sure to read the well written feature with photos and words by Yoshi Shindo.

Here is just one of the photos from the feature,

Make sure to follow Kyle Pollard as he prepares for the 2012 Formula Drift Season. PSI will be there to support him in his 2012 Formula drift campaign.

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We recently picked up a golf cart.

This is no ordinary single seater golf cart, but one built by Fred Lux, of Lux Performance Group. The same people who prepares and runs a pair of Dodge Viper ACR-X factory built race cars.

Above: Dodge Viper ACR-X

Lux Performance is also the home of the Crippler.

Above: Erick Sackhoff on the Crippler.

Before we got our hands on this golf cart, Fred used it in the pits to half parts and fuel around. We plan to do the same around the shop and at local events.

When we got the golf cart, it had a broken rear axle and needed a little work.

Above: Jason Oefelein working on the golf cart.

We quickly fixed it and now it is ready for some fun.

This golf cart has dual rear disc brakes, mountain bike suspension, and multi-speeds. This cart will definitely be a lot of fun. Once the weather gets a little drier, we will probably be taking it for a spin around the shop.

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Many who watch Formula Drift or following drifting in the Northwest will recognize the name Kyle Pollard and his RHD S13.

Above: Kyle Pollard’s S13 at Pat’s Acres Racing Complex (PARC) in Canby, OR.

Kyle has been drifting for the past several years and over this time has gained a lot of knowledge and experience. He has been very hands-on with the building and preparation of his drift cars. He built his current Formula D RHD S13 by himself with some help from friends and some assistance from PSI.

He offers custom modified S13/S14 drift knuckles that he personally builds himself. Kyle runs the same setup on his FD S13 to give him more angle. These knuckles allow for reverse entries and have Akerman and bump steer correction. Formula D driver, Walker Wilkerson, also used these knuckles on his S13 at the Palm Beach FD event.

Here are some photos of the build process.

Above: Kyle Pollard sand blasting a set of knuckles before modifying them.

Above: Kyle Pollard grinding the knuckles after cutting and then welding them together.

Above: A KPR modified S13 Knuckle on the left and unmodified knuckle on the right.

Above: The final product.

If you are interested in getting a set yourself, feel free to contact us for more information and we can put you in contact with Kyle. The cost for Kyle Pollard Racing S13/S14 drift knuckles is $350 with core and $400 without core.

Here is a video of Kyle Pollard at PARC,

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Radium Engineering will be installing and documenting the installation of their turbo kits on a stock 2006 Lotus Elise.

Above: The stock Elise at PSI.

They have selected PSI to be their preferred shop for installations of their turbo kits. So you can contact them or us directly for more information.

They have utilized our dyno and rapid prototype capabilities throughout the development of these kits and other components, and we cannot wait to install a turbo kit or universal part for you.

Above: A Radium Engineering dual Bosch fuel surge tank installed in Kyle Pollard’s Formula D RHD S13.

Here is a link to their blog post, http://www.radiumauto.com/blog-page.php?Radium-Lotus-Turbocharger-Kit-Diary-55.

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We have recently become a dealer and tuner for UpRev engine management solutions. Using UpRev’s Osiris Tuner, we will tune your car to get the most out of your setup. Osiris Tuner supports both naturally aspirated and forced induction setups. This is a great alternative to stand-alone or piggyback solutions.

The Osiris Tuner supports the following parameters:

• Up to 5 Maps on cruise control equipped vehicles
• Idle RPM
• Speed Limiter
• Electronic Throttle Control to achieve Wide Open Throttle at all speeds.
• Rev Limiter
• DTC disable
• AFR Targets
• Fuel Compensation
• Ignition Timing Advance
• Cam Phasing for equipped vehicles.
• MAF transfer function
• Cranking Enrichment and Ignition Advance
• Injector Latency
• K Fuel Multiplier
• Intake Temp
• Calculated Load vs. RPM
• Minimum Effective Injector Pulse Width

Above: Nissan 350Z, one of the cars supported by the Osiris Tuner.

We are not only able to get the most out of your car but trucks, like the Titan and Armada, too.

Here is a list of some vehicles that can be tuned: 350z, G35, 370Z, G37, Titan, Altima, Armada, Cube, Frontier, FX35, FX37, FX45, FX50, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, QX56, Rogue, Sentra, Versa, Xterra, M35, M37, M45, M56, EX35, EX37, and more. Give us a call if you are interested and want more information. We would be glad to assist you with this tuning solution along and others.

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Have you ever wanted to get your car really low but not have to worry about speed bumps or driveways?

You can have the best of both worlds with an air suspension setup.

Above: Lexus with an air suspension setup.

Above: ’65 Cadillac with an air suspension setup.  A work in progress.

Above: ’63 Lincoln Continental with an air suspension setup.

Another project that is currently in progress is Erick Sackhoff’s ’64 Lincoln Continental. This car will not only have an air suspension setup but was channelled so that the lowest part of the car is the frame.  The exhaust runs through the frame.

Above: ’64 Lincoln Continental.

There are many different companies that offer air suspension setups, which include AirRide and AirRunner, so there should be one to match your application.  If not, we can make you a custom setup.

If you are interested in getting an air suspension setup, come down or give us a call and we will be happy to talk to you about it.

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A client recently brought in his 1972 Toyota Land Cruiser to have new seats put in.

Above: ’72 Toyota Land Cruiser

The client purchased a pair of Recaro Speed seats for the front.  However, the client wanted new seats for the rear as well. A pair of similar seats were sourced for the rears. A custom mounting system was needed to accommodate the two bucket seats. One thing that the client wanted was to have the rear seats be easily taken out if needed. He wanted the flexible to carry four people or more cargo if needed.

Alex fabricated a rack system that lets the seats be securely pinned down when installed.

Above: A simple mounting system that is secure and removable.

The seats are able to be easily removed by one person.

The client can now go off-road with three of his friends and ride comfortably and securely.

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Above: RB25 powered S14 on the dyno.

Above: RB25

The owner of this S14 brought his car in to take advantage of our winter tuning special.

Jason tuned this setup and the car now puts down 315 whp and 267 ft-lbs of torque.

Above: RB25 S14 next to a KA-T powered S14.

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On the dyno we had this turbocharged S2000.

This particular S2000 has a custom ERL 2.2L block. A Garrett 3076R sits on top of PFab turbo manifold. This new setup was installed because the previous GReddy setup needed to be replaced. The previous turbo had an internal waste gate but the 3076R does not. A Tial 38mm waste gate was added along with new custom down pipe, dump tube, and intercooler piping.

This setup was tuned by Jason Oefelein with an AEM EMS. It produces 350 whp and 237 ft-lbs of torque.

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Above: A RB25 powered Nissan 240SX that was recently tuned.

It is a new year, is your car ready? Many people wait until summer to have their car tuned. Why wait when you can do it now? We are offering winter tuning specials.

Power FC – any SR,RB tune D jet or L jet – 350.00* which includes dyno time.
AEM EMS gen1 and gen 2 – any SR, KA-T, RB, VG – 550.00* which includes dyno time.
Haltech- VQ – 550.00* which includes dyno time.
Motec – call for special prices
Apexi S_AFC or Neo – 200.00*

This will be for a limited time only — Ending early February

* – Price is for one fuel type and doesn’t include additional power adders like water/meth or NOS – additional charges will apply – Additionally car needs to be in good working order… No freebie diagnosis of mechanical or electrical issues. Bottom line … make sure the car is ready to be tuned.

Things I should check before scheduling an appointment.

Good spark plugs -
Fresh Fuel – nothing over a few months old – hopefully 92 octane please.
Good Tires – no bald or about ready to explode tires.
Major oil leaks – I don’t like fires!!!
Boost leaks – Not so sweet for tuning MAF
Fuel system – make sure your fuel system is capable of supporting the power you hope to produce.
Fluids – Things work better with right amount oil and coolant.

finally realistic expectations for power and a safe tune … a GT2871r will not make 900 whp even with a stroker motor

We look forward to seeing you guys.

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Radium Engineering, the folks that developed a turbo kit for the Lotus Elise and Exige platforms, offers a few different Aluminum Wrenches.

Black Wrench Hex (-4AN, -6AN, -8AN, -10AN, -12AN):
1/2″
5/8″
3/4″
1-1/8″

Green Hex Wrench (-3AN, -4AN, -6AN, -8AN, -10AN):
7/16″
9/16″
11/16″
1″

Machined from high quality 6061 3/8″ aluminum, Radium Engineeering multipurpose wrenches are used to prevent marring of the anodized surface of aluminum hose ends and adapter fittings. These wrenches feature short comfortable handle grips for tight spaces and to avoid over-tightening. They are laser etched with the appropriate hex size of each of the 4 different double open ends for easy identification. They are vibratory tumbled and then anodized for extended durability. Depending on how the wrench is orientated, both open ends offer two different angles for ease of use.

We can’t wait to get our hands a set of these Aluminum wrenches. Check back for more info and an update.

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The Mazda Miata platform has been used in motorsports for many years, including a Miata spec racing series. One of our clients contacted us to turbocharge his Miata.

We started this build by selecting a properly sized turbo and a DOC Race turbo manifold.

Above: Precision PT5557 Turbo

Testing fitting the turbo and manifold.  The intercooler piping and intake path was routed and then fabricated by Alex Laventure.

Alex welding the piping.

Along with the Precision turbo and DOC Race manifold, the custom piping and Tial waste gate finish off this Miata turbo setup.

Before everything could be reassembled, the oil pan needed to be tapped for the turbo.

A custom downpipe and exhaust system was fabricated to mate up to a Magnaflow single exhaust.

Above: The completed turbo setup.

Once everything was back together, the car was ready to be strapped down to the dyno and tuned.

This setup is tuned with a ViPEC ecu by John Reed. It produces 206 whp and 171 ft-lbs of torque.  This initial tune is for break in purposes.  This Miata will be back for further tuning in the future.  Dyno run video also coming soon.

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During this winter off-season, we are not going to be sitting around and waiting for 2012 but help improve AJC’s program.

Above: Jason Oefelein meets with Andrew Coomes and his father to discuss the plans for the 2012 season.

The 2012 season will be Andrew’s rookie year in the Formula Drift Series. With stepping up to the next level of drifting, we want to ensure his car improves as he does.

Above: AJC’s PSI built 6.6L LS2 powered Rocket Bunny S13.

Along with the off season run thru of the motor, we will work on extracting more power from the LS2. The increased power will help Andrew keep pace with the more powerful cars of many of the Formula D drivers.

Above: Inspecting the LS2.

We will also be using this time to improve upon the current suspension setup and use it to develop new parts. We have a good amount of work to do before the start of next season. Check back here for more updates.

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On The Dyno, we have a custom Bronco Rock Crawler. It was recently here for a tune by Jason Oefelein before being taken to the King of the Hill competition. This custom tube chassis crawler features a front headlight cluster from an old Bronco and a Ford power plant.

Above: This Bronco rock crawler is powered by a 351 Ford V8 stroked to 408.

This setup produced 262 whp and 310 ft-lbs of torque (numbers are skewed because of 5.13 rear gears).

Here is the video:

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On the dyno, we had this 2004 Subaru Legacy. It had come into the shop for a new Exedy clutch, custom down pipe, and a tune with a Cobb AccessPort. After the installation, it was time to go on the dyno for tuning.

After the tune, this setup produces 253 whp and 325 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

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On the dyno we had a 1971 Datsun 510.

This is a very clean example. It sits on a set of Volk Racing TE37′s and stops by way of Stoptech brakes.

A SR20 with a stock turbo from a Nissan Silvia S15 powers this 510. It features a Tomei stage 1 tune.

This setup produces 224 whp and 221 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

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Loren Haletston, of LorenInHD, recently came down to the shop to do some test shots for a future shoot. Jason Oefelein and Loren were throwing around some ideas and Loren wanted to test some of them out with the Skyline.

Loren has filmed and edited some great stuff for us in the past and we can’t wait to do the full shoot with him.

Here is the test video footage he shot:

In case you wanted to see more of Loren’s work or the Skyline, here is a video from an event we held at Packwood.

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On the dyno we have a 1967 Chevelle SS with a 502 crate motor.

It produces 275 whp and 381 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

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From all of us at PSI, we would like to wish everyone a Happy Holidays.

It has been really cold for the last few days but there has not been any snow. Last night, the temperatures got below freezing and still no snow. We decided to take matters into our own hands.

Above: A light layer of snow covers the ground.

Above: Icicles covered the railing.

Above: The snow reached a few inches thick in some areas.

We used a SG6 Xstream Snowmaker™ from Snow At Home. It is rated to produce 80 ft³/hr of snow. Check out their website for more information. Once the weather gets colder, we plan to make more snow.

It just feels more like the holidays to us now. Hope everyone is having a fun and safe holiday season.

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It is more than halfway through December and the weather has been really good for this time of the year. It has been very cold, but the sun still comes out. We have yet to see snow this season and that is good for Corvettes.

Above: From left to right: Supercharged Corvette, Grand Sport Corvette, and Supercharged Z06.

The Corvette is an iconic American muscle car that has been a very popular platform. Their current LS power plants are also very popular and have been swapped into many different platforms.

Above: Andrew Coomes’ PSI built Rocket Bunny S13 features a 6.6L LS2.

We are currently working on a project with the Corvette Grand Sport that promises to impress. The specifics are still under wraps but forced induction is in its future.

Above: The LS3 in its stock form. It will not be like this for long.

Another upcoming project will be an LS1 swap into a FC RX-7. One of your guys, Kyle, recently picked up an FC and will be swapping in an LS1.

Check back here as we will be covering both of these projects.

Here are a few more shots of the trio of Corvettes.

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Today we wanted to talk about the Aeromotive 340 Stealth Fuel Pump.

This fuel pump joins the ranks of the Bosch 044 and Walbro 255 fuel pumps that we often recommend. We have used them and recommend them. Our friends over at Radium Engineering also have added the 340 Stealth fuel pump as an option for their Universal Fuel Surge Tanks.

Above: Radium Engineering’s Universal Fuel Surge Tank with a dual Aeromotive 340 Stealth Fuel Pump setup.

Here is a little bit of information from Aeromotive’s website,

The Aeromotive 340 Stealth Fuel Pump is a high-output, in-tank, electric fuel pump that fits most popular EFI applications. The Aeromotive 340 is a compact, lightweight pump that bolts into many existing hanger assemblies. What sets the 340 Stealth Pump apart is its superior flow throughout a wide pressure range. Compared to other popular aftermarket pumps, at 40 psi the 340 boasts more than 340 lph. That’s over 30% more flow. This pump is ideal for applications requiring more flow while retaining the factory lines and mounting provisions available in the Original Equipment (O.E.) configuration. The 340 is also perfect for use as a universal replacement for applications that require more flow to support forced air power adders such as turbo and supercharged applications.

For more information of these fuel pumps and other alternatives, feel free to contact us and we will be glad to assist you.

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Swapping an LS1 into a car has become very popular. Here is a 1986 Chevrolet Camaro with an LS1.

This setup makes 318 whp and 324 ft-lbs of torque.

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A fuel surge tank is a great option for some of the fueling issues plaguing car enthusiasts. We have used them on some of our client’s vehicles, including a Nissan GT-R and two Formula Drift cars.

Here is some information from Radium Engineering’s website:

A fuel surge tank (FST) is designed to prevent fuel starvation to the engine on vehicles with inadequate fuel tank baffling. Mounted internal (or external) to the surge tank is the FST fuel pump(s) that feeds the fuel rail. The volume of fuel inside the surge tank acts as a buffer to always keep the FST pump supplied with fuel. This volume is maintained by the main fuel tank’s pump as well as the fuel returning from the fuel pressure regulator. Excess fuel is returned back to the vehicle’s main fuel tank. The fuel surge tank can be mounted near the main fuel tank or in the engine bay, but preferrably away from excessive heat, moving parts such as suspension components, and clear from common collision areas.

Here are a few applications where we have used a Radium Engineering fuel surge tank.

Above: Surge Tank setup on Andrew Coomes’ LS2 powered Nissan S13.

Above: Dual pump surge tank setup in the trunk of Kyle Pollard’s Formula Drift Tomei 2.2L SR powered Nissan S13.

Both of these cars are used in drift competitions. These tanks are perfect for drifting applications because the fuel in a fuel cell moves around a lot with the forces of sliding a car at speeds exceeding 100mph. The sudden shifts, often at high rpms, put a lot of strain on a fuel system. Fuel cells are baffled but these surge tanks give extra insurance that the fuel will be able to get to the engine when needed.

Radium Engineering, offers various fuel surge tank setups, which include pumpless single and dual pickups, Walboro single and dual pumps, Aeromotive single and dual pumps, and Bosch single and dual pumps. For Kyle Pollard’s drift car, we used a dual Bosch 044 setup. The fuel system only required a single Bosch 044 because of another inline pump so the second Bosch 044 acts as a spare. If one pump fails on the track, a few leads are switched and the car is ready to go.

Feel free to come down and talk to us about your application. We usually have several Radium Engineering components around the shop in case you want to see one in person.

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This week on the dyno, we had a unique Datsun 510 wagon.  It is rare to see a 510 wagon but this one also has a swapped engine.

Above: Datsun 510 wagon

Above: 2JZ in the engine bay.

This Datsun 510 wagon is powered by a Toyota 2JZ. The client brought it down for Jason Oefelein to tune it.  A Haltech E11 controls this 2JZ.

Power is transferred through .

Here is the video:

This current setup up makes 426 whp and 378 ft-lbs of torque.

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We would like to offer Air Runner Systems to our clients who want a comfortable ride and extremely low when parked.

Here are a few examples from their website:

Above: 2007+ Lexus LS460

Above: 2002+ Infiniti Q45 2WD

Above: BMW 3 Series E90

Above: 2005+ Chrysler 300/300C

They have over 200 different applications for many different makes and models. They offer several different series depending on your specific needs. Contact us for more information and we will be glad to put together a solution for you.

Above: Air Runner setup with AccuAir on a Lexus IS250 done by Revision Audio in Hawaii.

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Temperatures have been dropping below freezing lately.  Are you letting your car sit outside or under a carport?  Don’t do that to your car anymore.

Portland Speed Industries is offering secured indoor storage at our facility in Hillsboro, OR. Our indoor facility will protect your car from rain or snow.

Above: Arial view of our facility in Hillsboro, OR.

Being car guys, we have project cars and summer cruisers that we need to store. We wanted to give fellow enthusiasts the same options for indoor storage that we use. We will store your car as if is one of our own.

Please come down or give us a call for more information.

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If you are like us, you dream about cars.  We often have our next car project designed in our heads but lack the artistic skill to draw them out.  Fortunately we work with a very talented artist named Todd Johnston, of Todd Design.

Above: Todd at our Summer Cruise-In.

Todd puts your dream down on paper before the build even begins. Often times, new ideas are born from seeing your design on paper. Being able to see it on paper makes it one step closer to becoming a reality.

Here are few examples of his work:

Above: One of our client’s bagged 1963 Lincoln Continental.

Above: Custom motorcycle.

Above: Custom roadster.

Above: ’32 Ford Coupe powered by a turbocharged Subaru B9 Tribeca motor. This is an idea of Erick Sackhoff, owner of PSI. We will begin work on it once his custom ’64 Lincoln Continental powered by a ’03 Cobra Kenne Bell supercharged 4.6L V8 is done.

Above: A rendering of our Skyline.

Todd has rendered many more designs for our client’s and ourselves. He also did renderings during the design process of our shop. If you want to see some of his work in person, come down and check it out. In both offices, we have a few of his renderings hanging on the walls.

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This past weekend, we went down to Pat’s Acres Racing Complex to support two of our sponsored drivers, Andrew Coomes and Kyle Pollard.

Above: Andrew Coomes in his LS2 powered Rocket Bunny S13

Above: Kyle Pollard in his Tomei 2.2L SR powered S13

Both drivers currently have their Formula Drift licenses. The 2011 season was Kyle Pollard’s rookie year and he was only able to attend the last couple events. The 2012 season will be Andrew Coomes’ rookie season after being rewarded his license after the Evergreen Pro-Am Championship this year.

Above: Andrew Coomes will be drifting his 6.6L LS2 powered PSI built Rocket Bunny S13 in the 2012 Formula D Season.

Here is a video that Loren Haleston, of LorenInHD, made this cool slo-mo video of Kyle Pollard drifting around PARC.

We will be posting up more coverage of the event as it becomes available online.

Andrew Coomes will be further preparing his car for the upcoming Formula Drift season. Kyle Pollard put the S13 into storage for the off season. We will be looking forward to continuing our support for both of these drivers and their two different S13′s.

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When modifying your daily driver, some concessions need to be made. There are luxuries that one comes to expect from a modern car. The Lexus IS250 has those comforts, which makes it the choice for one of our clients.

Above: This is how the IS250 sits. It has been lowered and sits on a set of 19″ SSR Vienna wheels.

This pearl IS250 came in to us in stock form. The client had a vision in mind for his car and we helped make that happen. Being his daily, he focused on a clean look.

We installed a set of BC coil overs, which lowered the car and got rid of the large wheel gaps. The coil overs offer better handling and make the car look good.

Rolling around on stock wheels just would not look right, so we installed a set of 19″ SSR Vienna wheels with Falken FK452 tires.

A GReddy exhaust with Titanium tips was installed.

Above: GReddy exhaust system.

Above: Titantium tip on the GReddy exhaust.

Here are a few more shots for you.

These modifications come together and give this Lexus IS250 AWD a clean look that is perfect for a daily driver.

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This Saturday, Loki Motorsports is hosting an open drift event at Pat’s Acres Racing Complex in Canby, OR.

Above: Kyle Pollard, licensed Formula Drift driver speeding through PARC in his Tomei S13 at the November event.

We were well represented at PARC with the appearance by Kyle Pollard in his PSI livery Tomei 2.2L SR powered S13.

During the past few days, we have been busy getting Kyle’s car and our other sponsored Formula D driver’s car. That other driver is Andrew Coomes, who recently got his Formula D license from last years Evergreen ProAm series.

Above: Andrew drifting his PSI built LS2 powered Rocket Bunny S13.

Andrew will be bringing down his LS2 powered Rocket Bunny S13 to take on PARC. This will be his first time drifting the track.

Above: Rocket Bunny S13 on the four post getting prepped for PARC.

We will leave you with this video for the November event at PARC by Jared Cooper, of Hybrid Industries.

If you are in the area or just like drifting, come down to Pat’s Acres to watch some great drifting.  We will be out there supporting our drivers and we hope you will be too.  See you there.

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Since PSI began, we have been installing and tuning AEM EMS’.

Above: Jason Oefelein tuning a turbo Honda S2000 with an AEM EMS.

Now AEM has a new EMS that they announced at SEMA, the Infinity-10.

Above: Tech sheet.

We can’t wait to get our hands on one of these new boxes.

Also don’t forget about our Winter Tuning specials.  Call in for details.

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A website is your front door on the internet.  In today’s society, a website is a must for any business.

Here is a link to ours in case you forgot.

We were fortunate that the great design team at Hybrid Industries created ours. The Adobe Flash site that they created gives our future client’s the ability to take a virtual look at us and what we do.

We are continuously developing a new level of performance and now we want to improve our website. Once again, we are relying on the talented team at Hybrid Industries. They have already started on some new designs. We hope to have some rough layout and designs next week. Check back here for more updates on our website.

Recently, Hybrid Industries has been expanding into making videos. Check out this video Jared Cooper made at the last drift event at Pat’s Acres Racing Complex. He got some great footage of Kyle Pollard’s Tomei powered S13.

We look forward to increasing our internet presences and the new website will allow us to more toward that goal.  Check back for more info as the development progresses.

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For some a job is just a job, but for us, it is what we enjoy.  We do this not because of the money but working on cars is what we like to do. Another group of people that share this same sentiment are photographers and videographers. The passion that they put toward their photos and videos is very impressive. We have been fortunate to work with many very artistic people and one of those people is Ryan Davis, of Yaer Productions.

Above: Ryan Davis on his bike at Evergreen Speedway, in Monroe, WA.

Ryan has worked with us on many projects over the last few years.

He made the trip down to the Texas Mile with us and here is a video he made:

To help one of our client sell his PSI built LS1 powered Nissan 350Z, Ryan made us a great demo video.

Ryan not only makes awesome videos, here are some more by the way, he also takes great photos. Ryan recently teamed up with Connor Surdi, also part of Yaer Productions, to photograph the Skyline.

Here are some of those shots:

We have been returning the favor by helping him finish his 2JZ powered Lexus SC300.

Above: Alex fabricating custom overflow tanks for Ryan’s car.

Ryan also has a passion for cars. He puts the same attention to detail in his car that he puts into his photos and videos.

Above: Ryan working on his custom wiring harness.

Don’t forget to check out some of the other work that he has done for us and others.

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PSI is offering special tuning prices for the winter. The winter is often called the “off season” but here at PSI it is in the “on season” where we are working hard to get cars ready the next season. Unfortunately, too many people wait for the sun to start shining before they think about getting a car tuned. To help people get ready, we are offering discounted rates.

Power FC – any SR,RB tune D jet or L jet – 350.00* which includes dyno time.
AEM EMS gen1 and gen 2 – any SR, KA-T, RB, VG – 550.00* which includes dyno time.
Haltech- VQ – 550.00* which includes dyno time.
Motec – call for special prices
Apexi S_AFC or Neo – 200.00*

This will be for a limited time only — Ending early February

* – Price is for one fuel type and doesn’t include additional power adders like water/meth or NOS – additional charges will apply – Additionally car needs to be in good working order… No freebie diagnosis of mechanical or electrical issues. Bottom line … make sure the car is ready to be tuned.

Things I should check before scheduling an appointment.

Good spark plugs -
Fresh Fuel – nothing over a few months old – hopefully 92 octane please.
Good Tires – no bald or about ready to explode tires.
Major oil leaks – I don’t like fires!!!
Boost leaks – Not so sweet for tuning MAF
Fuel system – make sure your fuel system is capable of supporting the power you hope to produce.
Fluids – Things work better with right amount oil and coolant.

finally realistic expectations for power and a safe tune … a GT2871r will not make 900 whp even with a stroker motor

We look forward to seeing you guys.

Above: Fully built 4G63, which makes over 800awhp.

Above: Kyle Pollard’s Formula Drift Tomei 2.2L SR powered Nissan S13.

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Here is another great product from Radium Engineering, Universal Catch Cans.

These catch cans are a great alternative to boring catch can.  They have a black finish that allows them to blend into an engine bay, but still look good when seen.  Like all Radium Engineering products, many engineering hours went into the development.

We have used their catch can on a variety of our client’s cars.

A dual catch can setup in a Lotus Exige.

A single catch can setup on John Reed’s Dodge Viper.

Here is some information from their website,

An oil catch can is essential on a performance vehicle to protect the engine from elevated levels of crankcase blow-by accumulated from aggressive driving. Excess oil saturated air circulating back into the air intake stream can lead to degraded performance. Unlike many catch cans on the market, this catch can features an integrated oil separator that accelerates oil condensation. This stainless steel filter media is cleanable and reusable. The liquid oil is then collected in the reservoir. The fluid can be easily disposed without removing the can from its bracket. The lower half of the body simply unscrews for draining or the bottom port can be used with the RADIUM Petcock Drain Kit if the cans cannot be easily separated.
The integrated dip stick unscrews for a quick way to check oil level.

Benefits:
-Effectively raises the octane and increased engine performance from cleaner inlet air
-Prevents oil buildup in the intake or intercooler system walls, throttle body, intake manifold, etc.
-Excessive oil collection can be an indicator of a damaged engine.
-Lowers hydrocarbon emissions

Features:
-6061 Billet Aluminum O-Ring Sealed Oil Can
-Integrated Oil Separating Condensers
-Stainless Steel Cleanable and Reusable Filter Media
-Ports: 7/8″-14 Female Threads
-Powder Coated Laser Cut Mounting Bracket
-NEW O-Ring Sealed -4AN Drain Plug
-Stainless Steel Mounting Hardware
-Safe for Pressurized Applications
-NEW Anodized 6061 Billet Aluminum Oil Dipstick

Dimensions:
-Capacity: 6 fluid ounces
-Height (without fittings): 5 inches
-Outside Diameter: 2.45 inches

There are a variety of optional parts available for this catch can. Check out their site for more info. Here is a link to their in-depth write-up. As of this writing, they are currently out of stock, but check back soon.

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We had done a header install and a custom fabricated exhaust system for a client’s Toyota Sequoia.  That Sequoia is now back on the dyno and ready to be tuned.

TRD supercharger.

It was tuned using UniChip.

After the modifications and tune, this Sequoia put down 476 whp and 474 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

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PSI recently went down to Pat’s Acres Racing Complex (PARC) to support Kyle Pollard and his Tomei 2.2L SR powered S13.  Pollard was drifting at an event put on by Loki Motorsports.

Here is a video by Jared Cooper, of Hybrid Industries, from the event.

Loren Haleston, of LoreninHD, was also there taking some video.  He used a RC helicopter with a GoPro.  Here is his video.

With the Formula Drift season ending a couple months ago and local drifting events ending soon, Pollard’s S13 will be put in storage for the winter. Be sure to join us next season and support Kyle Pollard at the Formula Drift events.

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A few months ago, Alex Laventure fabricated an exhaust system for one of our client’s supercharged Toyota Sequoia.

The larger diameter exhaust and MBRP tip gave the exhaust the look and sound that the client was looking for.

The client recently returned and wanted us to install a new set of headers and continue the custom exhaust up to those headers.

Alex did some welding and fabricated a section to go from the headers to the rest of the exhaust.

This not a simple job of running a relatively straight pipe. The exhaust was routed along each side of the transmission and joined up at the muffler.

The owner wanted a little more out of the exhaust system and the headers and exhaust modifications gave him what he was looking for.

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We recently had a Twin-turbo Dodge Stealth on the dyno and here is another one.

This one was tuned Jason Oefelein with an AEM EMS. This setup also features forged internals.

Here is the dyno video:

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Following a referral, a local dealership brought down a twin-turbo Nissan 350Z for tuning. The 350Z had a low boost GReddy twin-turbo kit and a Haltech Platnium ECU.

Having tuned a few single and twin-turbo 350Z, the dealership felt confident that we could do the job. Their main focus for the car was drivability. They were not going for a high horsepower record but wanted the car to be once again fun to drive.

With a safe tune in mind, Jason Oefelein began to tune the car. On the first run, the air/fuel ratio throughout the band was definitely not where he wanted it to be.

After several more pulls on the dyno, the tune and air/fuel ratios were looking a lot better.

A typical 350Z makes around 230-240whp in stock form. With the GReddy twin-turbo kit, this 350Z puts down 315whp and 261 ft-lbs of torque at 6 lbs of boost.

Here is a video of this twin-turbo 350Z on the dyno:

2006 GReddy twin-turbo Nissan 350Z on the dyno at PSI from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

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Do you have a Lotus Elise? This winter is a perfect time to take your Elise to the next level. Radium Engineering, based here in Portland, OR, offers their Turbo hard parts kit to help you reach the next level.

We have had the privilege to witness the development of this kit.  We have provided Radium Engineering with rapid prototyping of their in-house engineered components and the use of our dynojet dyno.  We also were invited to join them at Portland International Raceway, PIR, for a Lotus Track day to see their turbo Lotus Elise in action on the track.

Lotus track day at PIR.

Radium Engineering’s turbo Lotus Elise lapping PIR.

Radium Engineering also brought out their turbo Elise to our Customer Appreciation day at Packwood.

While there, they let Professional Driver, Justin Pawlak, put it through its paces.

We have used their universal components on a variety of our customers cars and have been very impressed with the quality. The owners come from engineering backgrounds and this is evident in the design and development of their various products.

Check out their website or come in and we will be glad to talk to you about this and other products from Radium Engineering.

The following is from their website and describes a little about this kit.

“The Hard Parts Turbo Kit is a complete bolt-on kit and includes everything needed with the exception to the engine management system and any engine wiring harness adapters. NOTE: In late Fall 2011, we will be releasing our Lotus Plug N Play Programmable EMS. This Hard Parts kit is ideal for someone using a stand-alone EMS, piggy back ECU, or reflash ECU that their tuner is comfortable using.

This kit is designed to be a complete bolt-on system that requires no special tools or permanent modification to the car allowing the vehicle to be returned to stock if necessary. Furthermore, all factory equipment is retained but the relocation of certain items is required for proper installation.”

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This Twin-turbo Dodge Stealth has a mild build and an AEM EMS. It was tuned by John Reed. It makes 444whp and 463 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

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Here at PSI we have a wide variety of cars on the dyno. On the same day, there could be an modern import car followed by a classic American car. One day, we had this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.

The dyno is used to not only give you performance numbers like horsepower and torque, but also lets you know how your engine is running. While on the dyno, we monitor the air/fuel ratio and also boost pressure when applicable. Maintaining the proper air/fuel ratio throughout is important to not only make power but to keep the engine safe.

This ’67 Camaro is powered by a 383 Stroker TPI engine with a mild cam.

The Camaro was strapped down to the dyno and ready for a few runs. During the first run, the air/fuel ratio was very poor. A full run was not made because the ratio was too lean. Not only did the Camaro produce very low numbers but running with such a high air/fuel ratio was dangerous for the engine.

It was apparent that this Camaro needed a tune. A tuning solution was found that included the use of a Tuner Pro RT. Jason Oefelein tuned the Camaro for a safer air/fuel ratio throughout the power band. After the tune, the Camaro produces 278 whp and 333 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is a video of the run:

1967 Chevy Camaro on the dyno at PSI from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

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The Crippler is no ordinary scooter. It is the creation of Fred Lux, of Lux Performance Group. It started out as a wild pit mobile and has turned into a popular scooter for more than the pit.

Fred brought down “The Prototype” to the shop over two years ago. He wanted to show everyone at the shop his new creation.

After a brief demonstration, Fred let the us give it a try. Jason Oefelein and Erick Sackhoff took the 40mph scooter for a spin behind the shop.

The second generation of the scooter is known as “The Crippler” and can reach a max speed of 60mph. This version is the one that is available for purchase through Lux Performance. Check out their website, Lux Performance for more information.

We sure had a blast and so will you.

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Keep a better watch over your engine with AEM’s 4-Channel Wideband UEGO Controller. Collect useful data about your engine to help increase power and safety. Here is a little from AEM’s website

OVERVIEW
AEM’s 4-Channel Wideband UEGO Controller is a powerful, cost effective tuning tool that allows users to monitor the Air/Fuel Ratio (AFR) of up to 4 individual cylinders simultaneously (or up to 12 cylinders if multiple units are paired together). This unique controller features an optional exhaust back pressure compensation* kit to correct AFR readings of Wideband sensors mounted pre-turbo. The system includes stainless steel bungs specially designed for use in individual port applications which feature a finned stand-off design which both cools the sensor body and minimizes exhaust port restriction. The 4-Channel Wideband UEGO controller is ideal for datalogging, engine management systems or racing applications where individual cylinder trims are needed. The system features simple wiring and installation with 0-5v analog outputs for each AFR channel as well as a CAN datastream output. The controller is shock & weather proof and can be mounted anywhere in or outside the vehicle.

MAXIMIZE ENGINE POWER AND SAFETY
When tuning an engine, accurate Air/Fuel Ratio data is critical. Running rich can cause a loss in power, while running too lean may result in serious engine damage. The AEM 4-Channel Wideband UEGO Controller is a must for anyone using an engine management system or data logger to monitor individual cylinder AFR in an effort to maximize engine power and safety. Many modern engine management systems, including the AEM EMS, are capable of utilizing individual cylinder fuel trims and the 4-Channel Wideband Controller provides tuners with the precise information required to tune each cylinder to a targeted AFR. AEM’s innovative exhaust back pressure compensation feature* allows the wideband sensors to be mounted in each exhaust runner pre-turbo, which eliminates the need to measure an average AFR over multiple cylinders on turbo charged applications. The system can be integrated with almost any data logger or engine management system through 4 unique differential analog outputs or the AEM CAN datastream output. The Bosch 4.2LSU sensors, which give the controller its speed and accuracy, are laboratory calibrated at the factory and never require free air calibration! The unit features a shock and weather proof housing, allowing it to be mounted virtually anywhere in the vehicle without worry.

A screenshot of a Data Log,

KEY FEATURES
No free air calibration required – ever
Four unique differential analog outputs
CAN output for use with AEM EMS or CAN enabled devices
Exhaust back pressure compensation to correct AFR readings on wideband sensors mounted pre-turbo*
Multiple units can be paired together for use on 6, 8, 10, 12 or 16 cylinders
Two status lights per sensor for error detection and operating status
Stainless steel bungs specially designed for use in individual port applications which feature a finned stand-off design which both cools the sensor body and minimizes exhaust port restriction
Compact (4.8″ x 4.55″ x 1.44″), weather & shock proof enclosure
Accurate to 0.1 AFR
Reads Gasoline values from 8.5 to 18:1 AFR
Reads E85 values from 5.7 to 12:1 AFR
Reads Ethanol values from 5.2 to 11:1 AFR
Reads Methanol values from 3.7 to 7.8: AFR
Reads Lambda values from 0.58 to 1.22 AFR

* AEM Performance Electronics Exhaust Back Pressure Sensor kit part #30-2064 is offered as an option and sold separately.

4-CHANNEL WIDEBAND UEGO CONTROLLER KIT CONTENTS
4-Channel Wideband UEGO Controller
Complete Wiring Harness
1 X Wideband UEGO Sensor with Stainless Tall Manifold Bung Install Kit (additional sensors & bungs sold separately)
Installation Instructions

Call in or stop by for more information about this and other products we offer.

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The Subaru WRX has been a popular platform for modifications over the generations and the new third generation is no different. A client recently brought in his WRX for a few performance upgrades, including a Cobb Accessport.

Most of the modifications focused on reducing airflow restrictions on the Boxer engine. A Perrin intake and front mount intercooler (FMIC) allow better air flow and lower intake temperatures.

A Perrin catless downpipe and turbo back exhaust were also installed.  A Cobb AccessPort was used to reflash the ECU to get the full benefits on these performance upgrades.

Here is a video of the dyno run:

This new setup produces 309 whp to the wheels.

The WRX also received some upgrades in the suspension department. The stock components were replaced with Tanabe Sustec Pro Five coil overs. These give the WRX the lowered stance and increased handling performance the owner was looking for.

The Tanabe Electronic Active Suspension (TEAS) system was also installed to adjust the dampening of the coil overs to further improve handling.

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AEM’s Dyno-Shaft on-vehicle dynamometer system is literally a dyno on your car. It provides Horsepower and Torque numbers by measuring a vehicle’s Torque and RPM at the driveline, while you drive. It allows you to gather information under real-world conditions.

A little info from the AEM website:

Eliminate Guesswork – Know for sure if slower times are due to a loss of power, vehicle set up or driver error.

Engine tuning – Stop trying to approximate real world test conditions and start testing in the real world! Finally you can test with actual intake air conditions, actual vehicle loading and the hundred other things that make a real vehicle behave very different than it does when on a dyno.

Chassis Set Up – Know when the tires will break loose. Ideal for optimizing drag launches and determining the longitudinal forces your tires can handle in road racing.

Torque Converter and Clutch development – Finally know what your Torque converter or clutch is doing while you are making a pass!

Dyno It All – The Dyno-Shaft accurately reads in all conditions including steady state, uphill or downhill, even while coasting down!

RECORDING, READING AND OUTPUTTING DYNO-SHAFT DATA
At its core, the Dyno-Shaft is a sensor that measures Torque and RPM and uses this data to output a vehicle’s Horsepower and Torque in real time. You will need a ‘host device’ to record, view and output data from the Dyno-Shaft. The following devices are capable of reading and logging data from the Dyno-Shaft via AEMnet:

• AEM AQ-1 Data Logger
• The AQ-1 is the ideal host device solution for the Dyno-Shaft as it provides the broadest set of features and functionality, including:
• The ability to create dyno charts which can be saved, printed or shared electronically.
• The AQ-1 is a full featured data logger, so continuous power data can be recorded and replayed along with a wide variety of other vehicle information. See AQ-1 product page for more information.

See the screen captures below for outputted dyno graphs from the Dyno-Shaft and ease of set up.

• AEM Series 2 Programmable EMS
• Like the AQ-1, the Series 2 EMS allows logging of continuous power data which can be replayed along with a wide variety of vehicle information however this device currently does not feature the ability to create dyno charts. This functionality will be added in the future.

Certain CAN-enabled devices from other manufacturers are configured to read Dyno-Shaft data. If you do not have one of the AEM devices listed above you will need one of the devices listed below, and will need to confirm that it can read the data from the Dyno-Shaft by contacting your manufacturer:

• CAN-enabled Data Logger
• CAN-enabled Programmable Engine Management System
• CAN-enabled Racing Dash

The dyno-shatft on-vehilce dynamometer is offers in two forms, Sportsman and Pro series.

For more information call us or stop by, we would be glad to help you.

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MoTeC adds to its already impressive line-up with the M84.  This ECU is designed to offer customers access to the quality and race proven performance of the M800 in a package suited for more modest system requirements and budgets.

This is a shot of a John Reed Racing M84 kit for the Mark IV Toyota Supra.  John Reed, of John Reed Racing, has already tested one of his kits on one of our client’s Toyota Supra.

John Reed sponsors an up and coming Evergreen ProAm driver, Tyler Grimsley, and recently installed a custom M84 kit on his car.

Tyler’s car is powered by an SR20DET.  John built a custom harness, for the M84, for Tyler’s car and now offers it as a kit.  If you have a SR powered S13 and want to step up to a MoTeC M84 ECU, contact us or John for more details.

Here is Tyler drifting on the 5/8ths bank at Evergreen Speedway in his S13 controlled by an M84 ECU.

The applications for this MoTeC ECU will be expanded immensely throughout the next few months.  John Reed Racing, in association with PSI, is working on many more kits, including V8 applications and a supercharged VQ.

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One of our clients has been developing a supercharger kit for the 4.0L I6 Jeep Wrangler (TJ).  He wanted to see the benefits of his kit so it was time for a dyno test.  We previously ran his Jeep on the dyno and it put down 132 whp and 197 ft-lbs of torque.

With the new kit, there were definitely improvements in both horsepower and torque.  Check out the video,

After the kit was proven, the owner talked a little with Jason Oefelein and Erick Sackhoff on the next steps for his kit. They added some input from their many years in this industry.

The client was happy with the results. If you have a 4.0 TJ, this kit maybe something you are interested in, so check back here for more details in the future.

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This past weekend, Wally brought down his recently finished Ford Mustang. The Mustang’s 530 ci V8 is now supported by twin 88mm turbos. This Mustang was being tuned by Jeff and the goal was to max out the Dynojet dyno. This new setup reached that goal with power to spare. Here is the video of the record breaking run and some photos to follow.

The new twin turbo setup.

Power was put down through a set of Mickey Thompson’s measuring 315/60/R15.

A shot after the record run.

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Recently we have had a few Supercharged Infiniti G37′s come in for tuning and to run on the dyno.

Here is the video of 2012 G37 with a Stillen supercharger,

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A client recently brought down his Nissan 300ZX Z32 to get tuned by John Reed. This Z is no longer powered by a VG but by a 2JZ out of a Toyota Supra. 2JZ’s are swapped into a lot of different cars. We even had a 2JZ powered Ford Coupe.

This 2JZ is being force fed by a HKS T04Z turbo. We strapped the car down so that John Reed could tune it.

John Reed tuned the 2JZ for pump gas, race gas, and E85. Here is the video of the final run.

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Our COO, JJ, recently got a new car. He just picked up a 2009 Nissan 370Z. Of course we all wanted to see how much his new car would make so we strapped it to the dyno.

When he picked it up, it had Tein coilovers and a test pipe back exhaust. Other than the exhaust, the 370 is stock power wise.

Here is a video of the run,

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Recently a client came down with his 1932 Ford Coupe. He recently had a Chevy 502 installed and needed to have it checked out and tuned.

The big block fits in nicely. Even if it is a Chevy.

The ’32 on the dyno.

Jason and Ken working on the ’32.

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We have been busy and Halloween snuck up fast this year. We set up a small haunted house in only a few days for family and friends.

But this year we wanted to do something different. Instead of passing out candy to kids who came by, since hardly anyone stops by the shop on Halloween night, we decided to bring the candy to them.

When delivering candy on Halloween, a proper vehicle is needed. It just so happens that Erick recently picked up a Chevy Stepvan.

One of the 15″ Dayton’s had a bad valve stem so Erick replaced the 15′s with a set of 22″ Dayton’s. With a new set of wheels, it was time to decorate the rest of the van for Halloween duty. A power inverter was installed to power a fog machine, red lights, and a iHome for the scary music. A large spider and hanging head finish up the interior.

You can’t pass out candy in the Stepvan without costumes. The guys dressed up as evil clowns and monsters.

It was a lot of fun handing out candy from the Stepvan. This might become another Halloween tradition for PSI.

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Recently, we were fortunate to have this beautiful Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

Here is the video:

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This coming Saturday the final event for Evergreen Drift is taking place in Monroe, WA. Evergreen Speedway will be the location for EVD70 – Open Drift / Halloween Party!. It will be going down from 11am to 6pm. Here is a the Facebook link to the event.

Kyle Pollard is planning on attending this event and getting in some drifting before the season ends. He stopped by PSI today to work on his car. At the last event in Irwindale, Kyle’s S13 met a barrier during a qualifying run.

Kyle had a spare front bumper but did not have a spare Koguchi Power front fender. Instead of running without a fender or a broken one, Kyle repaired the fender. He fiberglassed the two pieces back together.

Kyle’s car is looking ready to drift. If you happen to be in or around Monroe, stop by for the last drift event of the season at Evergreen Speedway.

In case you can’t wait to see Kyle drift, you can check out Loren Haleston‘s Formula Drift Irwindale video. Although Kyle did not finish as well as he wanted, Loren did capture some good footage of Kyle and the other FD drivers. Check it out below.

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Recently a client brought in his Dodge Viper because he was not satisfied with the stock exhaust.  He wanted a solution that was louder and allowed better airflow.  The side exhausts on a Viper are deceiving because there is a lot more metal under than it seems.  The stock exhaust crosses before exiting.

Alex fabricated an exhaust system that allow exhaust gases to flow easier. The crossover and restrictions were removed.

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The Chevrolet Corvette is an iconic American muscle car. One of our client’s owns this Z06.

The Z06 has a few exterior accents like a carbon fiber front lip and rear lip spoiler. The LS7 remained stock before it arrived. The client felt that the Corvette needed a little more power but nothing over the top. He chose a supercharger kit from Edlebrock.

This setup was chosen because of the conservative boost levels and the warranty offered from the manufacturer. Edlebrock stands behind their product and offers an optional power train warranty.

Like many well made kits, the supercharger and necessary supporting components went in without any major issues.

The Supercharger sits nicely on the LS7.

Once the supercharger was installed, it was time for some tuning. An SCT tuner was used to tune this setup.

Jason Oefelein tuning the supercharged LS7.

This setup produces 559 whp and 512 ft-lbs of torque on 6 lbs of boost.

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There have been a few shirts and hoodies that have been floating around.  We are working on locking down a supplier and printer for our merchandise.  We will be starting with a few shirts, hoodies, beanies, and hats.

Here is a preview of the shirt and hoodie. The shirts will be available in black with the PSI logo on the front. The back is blank.

We are also still working on these keychains.

We have been very busy and have been working on the merchandise on the side. We will keep you up to date on our products. Check out our Facebook page.

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MoTeC now offers a plug-in kit for bikes.

With the assistance of John Reed Racing, we have been utilizing MoTeC’s and the M84 in different platforms. A recent application was to control the Tomei 2.2L stroked SR that powers Kyle Pollard’s Nissan S13 at Formula Drift competitions. This SR also has ITB’s which added to the complexity but was easy enough to control with the M84.

This car features a John Reed Racing wiring harness and tune.

This setup made 544 whp and 484 ft-lbs of torque at 30 lbs of boost.

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Kyle Pollard and his team made it safely down to Irwindale Speedway yesterday.

After arriving and setting up, Kyle wasted no time and got some practice in.

A shot by SullyLife.

A shot by Connor Surdi.

Great shots of Kyle burning up some tires in practice. Good thing be stopped off at Falken Tire to pick up more Falken Azenis tires.

Good luck Kyle and all the other drivers.

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After Formula D round 6 in Las Vegas, Kyle Pollard’s PSI Tomei 2.2L SR Nissan Silvia needed some preparation work before the long drive to Irwindale and the final FD round.  Pollard’s Ikeya Formula transmission needed to be rebuilt.  The transmission came in and was installed on Tuesday, just a day before he was leaving to drive down.  A few other things were buttoned up and the car was almost ready for competition.  That night, John Reed began work on a wiring harness to connect the SR to a MoTeC M84.

The next morning John Reed installed the MoTeC and tuned it. This setup makes 544whp and 484 ft-lbs of torque. John did a great job getting the MoTeC installed and tuned quickly so Kyle can make it to Irwindale for the FD final round. Good luck Kyle.

PS: Kyle Pollard and his crew took the PSI trailer. So if you see a black trailer with PSI on the side, say hi, they are a good bunch of guys.

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A client of ours recently got a new rear bumper for his Z06 Corvette.

This new diffuser’s single center exhaust opening leaves little options for an exhaust both stock and aftermarket.

Alex Laventure started fabricating an exhaust solution for the Z06.

Alex started with the exhaust tip, which would be the hardest part of the project. The client wanted an exhaust tip that would match the contours of the opening in the diffuser. Alex first made a template that would be used to shape the tip out of stainless.

Once the template was done, it was time to start forming the tip. Below are some photos of the fabrication process.

The finished tip.

Alex installing the exhaust tip.

The final product installed.

A close up.

While the car was here, we also installed a set of carbon fiber side skirts.

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Last week, we had our Skyline featured on the StanceNation website. The amazing photos that properly showcased the Skyline were courtesy of Ryan Davis and Connor Surdi. Both of these photographers really let their true talents show in these shots. They both shot the same car at the same location yet their unique styles set them apart. Here are a few of their shots below, you can enjoy the rest on the StanceNation website. Check out the StanceNation Feature.

While on the topic of the Skyline, here is a video that features the Skyline in a few clips. It is not just a show car but one to have fun with on a private closed course.

Video courtesy of Loren Haleston.

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Evergreen Drift Round 5, the last round for the season, is going on this Sunday at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA. The ProAm drivers are competing for their Formula D license.

Andrew Coomes’ Rocket Bunny LS240 was on the rack this past Friday in preparation for the event. Andrew runs Falken Azenis tires, which is one of his sponsors.

Coomes and his crew loaded up the trailer this afternoon for the long drive to Monroe. If you are in the area tomorrow, come out and support Andrew and the rest of the ProAm and Grassroots drivers. We will be there.

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This past weekend, Biggerfoot Bash, a team tandem competition, was held at Pacific Grand Prix.

Both Kyle Pollard and Andrew Coomes did not leave here until late on Friday night. Both of their cars were getting some last minute attention before their drive up to Kent, WA.

Kyle Pollard is sporting his PSI livery from Ryan Davis and Fred Roman.

Having a new chassis Andrew Coomes’ Rocket Bunny LS240 version 2 is a very nice, clean white.

Both drivers were doing very well. Coomes and his team came out of the event with a third place finish. Pollard’s weekend was ended early with a broken transmission.

Both cars are back at the shop. We will be getting both cars ready for their upcoming events. Pollard will be at Irwindale Speedway for the final round of the Formula Drift season in October and Coomes will be at Evergreen Speedway for the final round of Evergreen Drift ProAm this coming weekend.

As we were unable to attend this event due to scheduling conflicts, we leave you with this photo of Pollard drifting at PGP by Connor Surdi of Connor Surdi Photo and Yaer Productions.

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The Nissan 350Z is a Japanese sports car that was produced between 2003 – 2009. The 350Z has been used in many types of motorsports and continues to be a popular platform.

Above: A V8 swapped 350Z used in a Formula D competition.

Here at PSI we have worked on a few different setups for the 350Z. This list includes a 350Z with a GM LS1 V8 out of a Corvette.

This time around, our client wanted a twin-turbo setup with the VQ35DE. A GReddy twin-turbo kit that runs about 5 lbs of boost was chosen. The client did not want something extreme but a little more power and a pair of turbos.

After the install, it was time to put the 350Z on the dyno to check the air/fuel ratio and make sure everything was running properly.

It also gives us a chance to give the the client the power numbers the new setup puts down. The twin-turbo VQ produces 336 whp and 320 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

2004 GReddy Twin-Turbo 350Z on the dyno at PSI from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

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Recently we had Matt Panic’s 1973 Toyota Celica on our dyno. His brother Mark brought it down to dial it in before the drift event this coming weekend. Under the hood is a AE111 20V, which puts down 151 whp and 116 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is the video:

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The owner of this sand rail brought it down because it was not running right. After fixing a few things, it was ready for John Reed to tune it. The Honda V6 is controlled by a MoTeC M48 ECU.

Here is the video:

Turbocharged Sand Rail on the dyno at PSI from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

Once John was finished, this setup puts down 242 whp and 216 ft-lbs of torque.

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Recently we had a high horsepower Evo IX on the dyno for tuning. Jason Oefelein tuned this Evo IX with an AEM EMS. It ended up putting down 694 whp at 35 lbs of boost.

Here is the video and more specs below:

Specs: 4G63, built bottom end, 6765 turbo, 4 bar map, 1600cc injectors, AEM EMS, 35 lbs of boost.

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A client brought in his Toyota MR2 to have it retuned after it had been sitting for awhile.  Before the car was sitting in the garage, the owner took it to Portland International Raceway (PIR).

So we strapped it to the dyno for Jason Oefelein to tune it.

MR2 on the dyno.

This MR2 is powered by a 3SGTE with a GT30R.

The client has been fixing a few things and wanted to make sure it had a good tune on it.

The 3SGTE is controlled by an AEM EMS. After being tuned, the MR2 made 320whp and 277 ft-lbs of torque.

Here is a video,

Toyota MR2 on the dyno at PSI from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

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Yesterday, Radium Engineering brought down their Turbo Lotus Elise to prepare it for the Lotus Track Day this Friday at Portland International Raceway.

Check out their blog at http://radiumauto.com/blog.php for more on the prep day and track day this Friday. Here at PSI, we offer the full line of Radium Engineering parts. We have used a many of their universal products on our client’s cars.

One particular product that we use is their Fuel Surge Tank, with either Bosch 044′s or Walbro fuel pumps.

Here is one installed in Kyle Pollard’s Formula Drift Nissan S13.

Another one on Andrew Coomes’ Rocket Bunny LS240, a LS2 powered Nissan 240SX.

The fuel surge tank is a great addition to a drift car because it helps ensure fuel delivery even when traveling sideways at high speeds.

Come down and check out some of their products.

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This past weekend there were two drift events, one a professional Forumla D event and another a ProAm event. We were fortunate to be represented by two great drivers at both events.

At the professional level, Kyle Pollard qualified 21st in his Tomei SR powered S13 but was knocked out by Darren McNamara, who went on to finish second, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This was a good showing for Kyle in his new livery with a PSI theme. Kyle recently got the car finished for the Seattle Formula D event but was sidelined with driveline issues. Before the Vegas event, Jason Oefelein retuned the SR after a few upgrades and it made 542whp.

Kyle Pollard’s S13 on the dyno before the new livery.

Kyle drifting with Darren McNamara.

After the long drive back from Las Vegas, NV, Kyle dropped his car off here. Here are a few better shots of the new livery. We first saw the new livery as Kyle was headed to Las Vegas. Ryan Davis, of Year Productions designed the livery and Fred Roman installed it.

On a local level, a Formula D ProAm event was being held at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA that same weekend. At this event, Andrew Coomes was representing PSI with his LS2 powered Rocket Bunny S13.

Here is an old shot of his car when it was first built by PSI.

The car above was wrecked at the previous ProAm event and needed to be rebuilt. A new chassis was sourced and the work was begun. We worked many long nights to get the new car ready for this past weekends event. We managed to get the car up and running by 3am on Sunday morning. Andrew and his crew made the long journey up and Jason Oefelein and Zach would be following later that morning to support Andrew in the pits.

After a few shakedown passes, the car and Andrew were ready for competition.

Andrew qualified first with his eyes set on a podium finish. A podium finish was sidelined due to transmission failure during the opening ceremony.

Another shot of Andrew’s top qualifying run.

We want to congratulate both Kyle Pollard and Andrew Coomes for their hard work this weekend and want to thank them for representing PSI. We look forward to continuing our support throughout the end of the season and beyond. Good luck Kyle Pollard in Irwindale at Formula D Round 7 and Andrew Coomes at Evergreen Drift Round 5.

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Kyle Pollard qualifies 21st at Formula D Vegas 2011 in his Tomei 2.2L SR powered Nissan Silvia. Kyle built the car himself and had it tuned by Jason Oefelein from PSI. The car makes 542whp and 426 ft-lbs of torque.

New for FD Vegas, Kyle’s car now sports a new PSI livery.

If you can’t make it to Vegas catch him on drift stream.

Here is a video of his top qualifying run,

Watch live video from driftstream on Justin.tv

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After the paint had dried, it was time to put the car back together.

The hatch has been put on and all glass is in. The fuel cell is and mounted.

The heart of the Rocket Bunny LS240 is in. The 6.6L LS2 is in but still needs to be plumbed and wired.

Fabrication still continues on the front of the car.

Work will be continuing late into the night as the deadline approaches quickly.

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This 2005 Acura NSX is owned by one of our clients.  In the photo above, it sits in stock form.  The NSX’s design and styling set it apart.

Powered by a all-aluminum V6, this mid-engined sports car produces 276 whp and 220 ft-lbs of torque.  The power, weight, and mid-engine design make this a very fun car to drive.

However, our client wanted to take it to the next level.  He wanted a little more power, so a turbo solution was devised.

A custom PSI turbo kit was created starting with a LoveFab turbo manifold and a Precision T4 turbo.  A Tial waste gate and boost controller were added to the mix.

The custom intake we had made previously for this car was replaced by a charge pipe with a Tial waste gate.

The mid mounted V6 makes turbo placement tricky. The turbo sits under the car near the rear bumper.

Some custom fabrication was needed for this solution. A PSI custom spec throttle body was used for this application.  A special adapter was fabricated to utilize this throttle body.

Alex Laventure designed and fabricated an adapter.

The custom adapter and Lamborghini throttle body installed.

A ViPEC V88 was added to control the entire package.

The ViPEC sits conveniently behind the passenger seat.

John Reed setup the base map for this setup.

The NSX was strapped down to our dyno and the tuning continued.

This setup puts down 385 whp and 279 ft-lbs of torque at 6 lbs of boost.  Update: The car has come back in for a retune and now produces 404 whp and 300 ft-lbs of torque.  (the video is from the original run and does not reflect the new tune)

Here is a video on the dyno:

2005 Turbo Acura NSX on the dyno at PSI from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

The NSX now sits on a set of custom chromed SSR Professor MS1′s.

Here is a quick picture.

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It has been several long nights and many more to get Andrew Coomes’ Rocket Bunny LS240 (LS2 powered S13) ready for Evergreen ProAm this coming Sunday.

So far, the work has been focused on getting the new chassis ready.

The rear fenders needed to be cut and rolled to fit the larger Falken Azenis tires.

After cutting the fenders, the outer fender was rolled up over the inner fender. This allowed for the fenders to be rolled after for additional clearance.

The front was also modified in preparation for larger tires and increased steering angle.

The trunk floor was cut out to make room for the fuel cell and other fuel system components.

Alex welded in new trunk floor.

The entire car was stripped and prepped for paint.

Once painted, it will be a few long days and nights to get the LS2 back in and running. There is a lot of work to do but it will be all worth it when Andrew Coomes is drifting the LS240 along the bank at Evergreen.

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Recently, we teamed up with John Reed Racing for a Ignition solution for a client’s Mark III Toyota Supra powered by a 7M.

A M&W Ignition CDI was chosen for the added benefits it provides for the ignition system.

A custom mounting plate was needed for the M&W CDI.

Alex making a template for the mounting plate.

Mounting plate for the M&W CDI.

John Reed built a custom wiring harness for this application.

Custom harness.

The custom harness and M&W Ignitions CDI installed in the Supra.

After the installation, it was time to tune the car.  The Supra ended up making 690 whp.  

Check back here for more JRR and PSI collaborations.

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Kyle Pollard’s drift S13 is back on our dyno again.  He recently had to get a  new driveshaft  made after his broke at Formula D Seattle.

While at our shop, Kyle wanted to address the fuel system. A Radium Engineering fuel surge tank with dual Bosch 044′s was added to the system help reliably move the fuel.

This new fuel setup feeds a turbocharged Tomei stroked SR.

With this new setup, the car needed to be retuned. So it was strapped down to our Dynojet dyno.

Jason Oefelein tunes the Tomei SR.

This time around, the car put down 543 whp and 440 ft-lbs of torque at 26psi.

Here is a video,

Kyle Pollard’s Drift S13 on the dyno at PSI after FST from Portland Speed Industries on Vimeo.

Kyle will be taking it to PARC this weekend and then it is off to Vegas next week for Round 6 of Formula D.

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The car in our lobby has changed once again.  The 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle was taken out to make room for another American car.  This time it is a Ford from 1933, a coupe named “Whiplash”.

This is a multi-award winning car.  Here is another shot of Whiplash.

Come down and check it out in our lobby. We don’t know how long it will be staying.

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No matter if you race at a professional level or a weekend racer, having control over the engine is key.

One of our clients races the Mini above in autocross events.

The client recently had the motor built and a supercharger added. Along with those upgrades, this little box was added.

A ViPEC ecu was added to give the tuner the ability to better control the engine and take full advantage of the upgrades. The ViPEC offers features that the previous tuning solution did not.

The Mini on the dyno for tuning.

John Reed tuning the supercharged Mini with ViPEC.

The client recently took the Mini to a local autocross event and was very impressed with the new setup. He said it was hard to keep the tires from spinning with all the power.

This blog post will be updated shortly with a dyno video so check back soon.

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At Evergreen ProAm Round 3, incidents occurred that resulted in Andrew Coomes needing a new shell. Currently ranked first, Coomes needs to have a new car built and ready to go for the next round. With only a month to the next ProAm event, a new shell was sourced and the swap began.

Another 240 hatch was sourced to allow for an easier transfer of all components.

Peter Taylor, a Evergreen Grassroots drifter, came down to help his friend with stripping down the new shell.

The KA24DE was removed to make way for the 6.6L LS2 V8.

While the new shell was being stripped down, the LS2 needed to be removed from the old shell. The Rocket Bunny kit was removed and the car was gutted.

The old shell stripped down.

Erick Sackhoff and Alex cutting out part of the floor.

The top of the old shell was removed to cut the roll cage out.

All the parts from the old shell were removed to be transferred to the new shell.

Work is continuing at a feverish pace to get the new car built and tested before Evergreen ProAm round 4.

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This past Saturday was our second annual Summer Cruise-In.  The sun was out on this July day and so were the cars.

Several Nissan GT-R’s showed up.

Custom VW Bug

One of the attendees brought down his Ariel Atom.

Two bagged Lincoln Continentals and a Supercharged Shelby GT500.

Radium Engineering was out showing off their turbocharged Lotus Elise and some of their universal products.

They also brought down a Lotus Evora, which is the new platform they are developing components for.  Check back here or at http://radiumauto.com for more details.

Inside the shop, PSI was showcasing some of the projects that they are working on.

Sitting in the lobby is a 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle powered by a LS1. This was a frame off restoration and modification preformed at PSI.

Toyota Supra running on a MoTeC M84.

A Turbo Honda NSX.

Also inside, two artists were demonstrating a little of what they do.

Todd Johnston of Todd Design doing a rendering on site.

We had Brad pinstripe our new PSI van, a Chevy Stepvan. He will be continuing this project with a few PSI logos.

We were fortunate to have Trevor Stevens of Celerity Photography come down and cover our event for us. Several of the photos in this were taken by him. Here are a few more by Trevor.

Custom Nova

’57 Belair SS

13B powered Datsun 510

Thanks again Trevor for the event coverage.

Thanks everyone who came down. Even if we just had our event this year, we already can’t wait for our next Cruise-In.

We leave you with this photo of several Toyota Supra’s leaving at the end of the day. Two of them made the drive down all the way from Canada.

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For this On the Dyno post, we have a Toyota MR2 and a Volkswagen Bug.

Toyota MR2 with a JDM 3SGTE being tuned by Jason Oefelein.

Volkswagen Bug

Check back to see what the future holds in store for our dyno.

While these cars were on the dyno, a Toyota Supra and Nissan GT-R sat out front.

Also don’t forget to come down this Saturday, July 30th, for our second annual Summer Cruise-In.

Here is the flyer,

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Justin Pawlak was in town for the Evergreen Drift Exhibition last weekend and stayed to help Andrew Coomes prepare for Round 3.

Justin Pawlak coming off the bank in AJC’s PSI built LS2 powered S13 at Extreme Night.

Pawlak was there to help Coomes step his game up to the next level. Pawlak is currently ranked first in Formula Drift and has a lot of incite to share with Coomes.

Pawlak talking to Coomes about his last run.  Coomes kept improving throughout the day.

Pawlak watched Coomes drift the track and provided feedback between each run.

Pawlak and Jason Oefelein watching Coomes drift the bank.

With each run, Coomes continued to improve.

Come out and support Coomes and the other ProAm drifters at Round 3 this weekend, which is also Formula D Round 5.

We would like to thank Brad from Samuel Hubinette Racing helping by changing some tires for Coomes. We shared the track with Samuel Hubinette Racing’s Dodge Viper and Challenger.

Dean Kearny drifting SHR’s Dodge Viper.

Also, while we were at the track, Ryan Davis, of Yaer Productions, put together this skit for Coomes and his preparation for Round 3.

Andrew Coomes preps for Seattle Formula D at Evergreen Speedway – YAER Productions from Ryan Davis on Vimeo.

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