Tech Guides

AST Suspension
1-Way vs 2-Way vs 3-Way Coilovers Explained — AST Suspension Tuning Guide
Not all coilovers are created equal. This guide breaks down 1-way, 2-way, and 3-way adjustable damping, what each setting actually controls, and how AST Suspension's 5100, 5200, and 5300 Series map...

Brakes
2-Piece Rotors Explained — Are They Worth the Upgrade?
You've upgraded pads and flushed fluid, but the pedal still goes long after a few hard stops. 2-piece rotors come up as the next step - here's what they actually do, when they're worth the money, a...

Brakes
DIXCEL Brake Pad Compound Guide
Every DIXCEL compound explained - EC, Premium, M, ES, S, Z, RA, RE, Specom-B - with operating temperatures, friction coefficients, dust behaviour, and who each pad actually suits.

Buyer's Guide
Tomei Japan Titanium Exhaust Buyer's Guide: EXPREME Ti vs Ti RACING vs Ti SPORTS vs EXTRACK Ti
Tomei Powered Japan builds four distinct titanium exhaust sub-brands - EXPREME Ti, Ti RACING, Ti SPORTS and EXTRACK Ti - each engineered for a different car, a different driver and a different prio...

Intake
TGV Deletes Explained — What They Do and When You Need Them
What are TGV deletes and when do you actually need them? How removing the factory tumble generator valves improves airflow, throttle response, and reliability on EJ-powered Subaru WRX and STI builds.

Buyer's Guide
Which Downpipe for Your Civic Type R? FK8 vs FL5 Fitment & Upgrade Guide
Everything you need to know about upgrading the downpipe on your Honda Civic Type R FK8 or FL5 - fitment, power gains, what to look for in a quality downpipe, and what supporting mods you need.

Exhaust
Cat-Back vs Turbo-Back Exhaust — Which One Do You Actually Need
Cat-back or turbo-back - which one do you actually need? We break down power gains, cost, sound, and whether upgrading in stages or buying the full system makes more sense.

Exhaust
Stainless Steel vs Titanium Exhaust — Is Titanium Worth It?
Is titanium worth the extra cost? We compare weight savings, sound, durability, heat management, and real pricing between stainless steel and titanium exhaust systems.

Buyer's Guide
The Complete Guide to Upgrading Your WRX & STI Exhaust System
Every component of the WRX and STI exhaust explained - headers, downpipes, cat-backs, and turbo-backs. What each upgrade does, what power to expect, and what supporting mods you need at each stage.

