What Does a Wastegate Do on a Turbo?

What does a wastegate do? Learn how a wastegate controls turbo boost, protects your engine, and affects spool, power, and tuning.

LS Engine Bearing Clearance & Performance Bearings: The Tiny Details That...

If there’s one part inside an LS engine that gets absolutely abused while receiving almost no glory, it’s the bearings. Tiny pieces...

Best Exhaust Manifold Upgrade for Real Gains

Find the best exhaust manifold upgrade for your build. Compare cast, tubular, turbo, and header options to get better flow, fit, and value.

How to Choose Turbo Size for Your Build

Learn how to choose turbo size for your build based on power goals, spool, engine setup, and fuel so you get the right boost without wasting money.

Complete Lexus IS300 & 2JZ-GE Torque Specs Guide (Metric + Standard)

If you own a Lexus IS300 long enough, eventually you end up searching one of three things:

Lexus IS300 Timing Belt Replacement Guide (2JZ-GE VVT-i DIY)

If you own a first-generation Lexus IS300 long enough, the timing belt service is coming. It’s not optional. It’s not “probably fine.”...

Subaru STI Torque Specs Every Owner Should Know

Torque specs are one of those things most people ignore right up until something strips, leaks, snaps, rattles loose, or launches itself...

How To Read Subaru STI Spark Plugs: What Your Engine Is...

If you own a Subaru WRX STI long enough, eventually you’ll pull a spark plug and stare at it like it’s an...

California May Finally Allow E85 Conversion Kits — And That Could...

For years, California enthusiasts have dealt with some of the highest fuel prices in America while simultaneously being told every modification known...

Toyota Accidentally Built The Corolla Enthusiasts Actually Wanted

And Then Gave It To Driving Schools Somewhere in Japan, a 17-year-old student driver is currently stalling a...