Rallysport Direct project car gets a Kompact Dual Port


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Our friends at RallysportDirect.com wanted to upgrade the factory diverter valve on their “White Sheep” project Ford Focus ST.  Turbosmart BorgWarner Kompact Dual Port was the obvious choice. The installation was pretty straight forward and the product was given two thumbs up review.

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Here is what the RallysportDirect.com had to say about the Turbosmart Kompact Dual Port:

“We chose the Dual Port design so we can have the option to have it vent to the atmosphere and recirculate. You can change this just by rotating the base of the body to close or open the vent port.”

“Out of all the things we have installed on this car, this seems to be the easiest – aside from the COBB Shift Knob!”

Read the full install blog here.

“This video shows you our White Sheep Focus ST before and after the Turbosmart Kompact Dual Port BOV install. With the stock BPV being a known weak point on the Ecoboost motors it makes sense to replace it before you have a problem.”

Meguiar’s MotorEx shows off Australia’s best show cars


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Now in its 12th year, Meguiar’s MotorEx is the largest and most prestigious motoring enthusiast event of its kind in Australia. Hundreds of Australia’s best cars, travelling from all over the country to unite at Sydney Olympic Park to create an amazing visual spectacle of colour, chrome and individual style.

turbosmart Sydney Olympic Park motorex

Covering over 22,000 square metres and with vehicles making up a combined value of over $50 million dollars, this huge event highlights the greatest selection of Custom, Performance and Collectible vehicles from all over the country, featuring everything from Hot Rods, Street Machines, Hi-Tech Tuners, Custom Euros and wild motorcycles to the finest examples of Australian and American muscle, high performance speed machines, sports racing vehicles and timeless classics.

turbosmart Sydney Olympic Park motorex

As always, there was no shortage of Turbosmart products featured on many display cars, showing the growth of turbocharging technology amongst the traditional muscle car enthustasts.

turbosmart Sydney Olympic Park motorex
The polished and ceramic coated Pro Gate blends perfectly with the rest of this engine bay.

turbosmart Sydney Olympic Park motorex
Last year’s multiple award winner SUBLIME was back, looking as spectacular as ever.

turbosmart Sydney Olympic Park motorex
The Performance Garage section of the show was filled with tough rotaries and imports.

eBay Turbosmart Fakes Busted!


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With a help of our Legal Department we were recently able to stop an unauthorised eBay dealer from selling counterfeit products.

“This is a major win. Not just for Turbosmart but for our customers too” said the company’s CEO, Nicholas Cooper. “It sets a legal precedent which puts all those dealing in counterfeit products on notice!”

Turbosmart has been cracking down on counterfeits for a while now and this win is a definite step forward in ensuring that when you hand over your hard earned cash, you are getting a genuine Turbosmart product.

What are counterfeits and why are they bad for everyone
How to ensure you’re buying a Turbosmart Genuine Product
Go to the Turbosmart Authorised Dealer List

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At Turbosmart we spend countless hours developing and testing our products. We use only the highest grade materials and enforce strict quality control procedures. Our products are tested on the world’s top level race cars before the reach retail shelves.

When you buy a counterfeit product you bypass all that. Don’t risk it!

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Rob Campisi – the fastest 10.5 Outlaw in Australia!


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Congratulations to Rob Campisi and his team for running an incredible 6.11 @ 240mph at the Nitro Champs held last weekend at the Sydney Dragway. Rob’s Turbosmart-equipped twin-turbo Mustang is now fitted with 10.5 rubber, and this ET places him at the top fo the Australian Outlaw 10.5 ladder!

Read more about Rob’s Mustang here.

Modifying Your Subaru – A Beginner’s Guide Part 1


WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza

You only need to flick through the pages of your favourite import performance publication or website to notice the aboundance of highly modified Subarus and in particular the ever popular Impreza range.

WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza

Subaru introduced the all-wheel drive, turbocharged Impreza WRX in 1992. Featuring low profile tyres, big brakes and sporty suspension, the WRX immediately proved popular amongst performance enthusiasts looking for a fast, well-handling compact sports car. 1995 brought Subaru a much needed race cred with Colin Macrae winning the WRC drivers’ title in his famous “555″ Impreza.

WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza

The rally success cemented Subaru’s position as a performance brand with solid roots in motorsport.The first North American Impreza WRX was sold in 2001 and the brand had since gained a strong foothold in the North American import market.

WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza

The Impreza WRX has been powered by various variants of the EJ series (2L & 2.5L) 16 valve, SOHC, flat four “boxer” engine. The powerplant proved to be very tuner-friendly with a majority of modified Imprezas producing well in excess of the factory 220bhp.

WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza

WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza

The Impreza WRX models are split into three major chassis types: GC chassis (1992-1999), GD chassis (2000-2007) and GE/GH chassis (2008-current).

 

 

1992-1999 GC chassis

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2000-2003 GD chassis

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2004-2005 GD chassis

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2006-2007 GD chassis

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2007-current  GE/GH chassis

 

 

The Impreza platform is well catered to by Turbosmart. From mild, bolt-on mods, through to full blown, high horsepower race builds there are Turbosmart products to suit every Subaru enthusiast’s plans, but more on that later, stay tuned!

Modifying Your Subaru – A Beginner’s Guide Part 2


The Impreza platform is well catered to by Turbosmart. From mild, bolt-on mods, through to full blown, high horsepower race builds there are Turbosmart products to suit every Subaru enthusiast’s plans.

BOOST CONTROL

The simplest and most cost-effective way of increasing the boost is via a Gated Boost Controller Valve (GBCV). Easy to fit and set, a GBCV offers a simple boost control solution if you’re  after a mild boost increase while running a factory turbo. Once fitted, you simply set your boost and forget it. The boost can be adjusted under the hood (Boost Tee) or from within the cabin (In-Cabin and Dual Stage). Turbosmart offers three types of GBCVs:

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Boost Tee
The Boost Tee is an ideal entry-level boost controller. It’s inexpensive and easy to fit. The boost adjustable from under the hood with an accurate, proven Detent System. Set your boost and forget it – it’s that simple!

See the full list of features here.

Suitable for all Subaru WRX, STi, Liberty/Legacy and Forester models.

WRX turbosmart turbo Subaru STi Impreza


WRX turbosmart turbo Subaru STi Impreza

 

 

 

In-Cabin

With the In-Cabin you can set the boost from the driver’s seat. Using the same proven Detent System as the Boost Tee, In-Cabin allows you to make boost adjustment on the run.

See the full list of features here.

Suitable for all Subaru WRX, STi, Liberty/Legacy and Forester models.

 


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Dual Stage Boost Controller

The Dual Stage Boost Controller offers a fast boost response with two adjustable boost levels. It allows you to toggle between high and low boost on the fly via a cabin-mounted switch. Both high and low boost settings are fully adjustable.

See the full list of features here.

Suitable for all Subaru WRX, STi, Liberty/Legacy and Forester models.

 

 


If you want to have more control over your turbocharger than the GBCVs can provide – the next step up are Electronic Boost Controllers. Offering a plethora of useful features like boost-by-gear, overboost shutdown or boost correction, these units really put the boost control at your finger tips. Turbosmart offers two types of electronic boost controllers:

WRX turbosmart turbo Subaru STi Impreza

e-Boost STREET

Aimed at the street performance market, the e-Boost Street features many features found on its big brother – the e-Boost2. If you want value-for-money and no nonsense features in your electronic boost controller then e-Boost STREET is the product for you.

See the full list of features here.

Suitable for all Subaru WRX, STi, Liberty/Legacy and Forester models.

WRX turbosmart turbo Subaru STi Impreza


WRX turbosmart turbo Subaru STi Impreza e-Boost 2

Turbosmart’s flagship boost management system. If you’re after the best and don’t like compromises this is the one for you. Used and recommended by top level racers around the world the e-Boost2 will let you control, monitor, map and compensate boost, water spray, methanol or nitrous injection, manage shift/warning lights and read/monitor RPM.

It is one of the most sophisticated boost controllers on the market – try it and you will never use any other boost controller!

For a full list of features click here.

Suitable for all Subaru WRX, STi, Liberty/Legacy and Forester models.

WRX turbosmart turbo Subaru STi Impreza

 Coming next: Blow-Off and Bypass Valves.

Modifying Your Subaru – A Beginner’s Guide Part 3


BLOW-OFF and BYPASS VALVES

Replacing the factory bypass valve with an aftermarket product is often one of the first engine mods performed by Subaru owners. Aftermarket BOVs and BPVs are stronger, more durable and capable of withstanding much higher boost levels than the factory item. Turbosmart offers a variety of different bolt-on BOVs and BPVs to suit your Subaru.

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Kompact Plumb Back

The Kompact Plumb Back is a full recirculating bypass valve. Small in size and inexpensive, it’s ideal for enthusiasts on a budget who still want the performace and reliability benefits of a quality BOV.

Suits WRX MY01-MY07, STi MY01-08, Forester 05-07.

For a full features list click here.

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WRX turbosmart turbo tuning Subaru STi Impreza bpv bov

Vee Port Pro

Vee Port Pro is a full atmospheric BOV. It features a unique, variable exhaust port system, providing superior venting of excess pressure. Only slightly larger in size than the Kompact PB, it’s an Ideal choice for street-tuned WRXs and STis.

Suits all WRX 2001-2007 models and Forester 05-07.

For a full features list click here.
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Plumb Back

Full size, recirculating valve. Adjustment via a rotating cap. If you want a quiet valve, that’s easy to install and setup – the Plumb Back is your ideal choice.

Suits all WRX 2001-2007 models and Forester 05-07.

For a full features list click here.

 

 


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Supersonic

Now we’re getting into the big flow and even bigger sound.The Supersonic is a full atmospheric BOV, adjustable via a rotating cap. If you’re serious about flow then this is the BOV for you.

Suits all 2001-2007 models and Forester 05-07.

For a full list of features click here.

 

 

 


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Dual Port (2001-07)

This is the most versatile valve in our arsenal. The Subaru Dual Port features sequential ports for quiet operation on mild boost and full performance at full boost. It can be converted to a full atmospheric, full bypass or a 50/50 valve. Ideal if you want a quiet valve for street driving but all the benefits of a high-flowing atmospheric bov on a track.

Suits WRX MY01-MY07, STi MY01-08, Forester 05-07.

For full list of features click here.

 

 


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Dual Port (2008-current)

This is an updated version of the original Subaru Plumb Back (above) re-engineering to suit the current Subaru models.

Suits Subaru Legacy/Liberty GT, WRXMY08-current, Forester MY08-current. Also suits Mazdaspeed (MPS) 3, 6 and Mazda CX7.

For a full list of features click here.

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Next: Getting serious.

Turbosmart rules at Buttonwillow


There was no shortage of Turbosmart-equipped cars at Round 1 of the Global Time Attack series at the Buttonwillow Raceway with one of them – GST Motorsports’ Impreza L grabbing all the attention.

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Driven by Jeff Westphall, the Turbosmart-equipped Subaru Impreza took the outright with a 1:46.631 lap time. Photo: MotoIQ.com

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Snail Performance’s Subaru WRX took the second spot in the Unlimited AWD. Photo: MotoIQ.com

turbosmart Subaru Snail Performance gst Global Time Attack FXMD Apollo Performance

Clint Boisdeau put the Apollo Performance Subaru WRX in the first place in the Street AWD class. Photo: MotoIQ.com

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Billy Johnson secured the fastest lap time in the RWD class in the FXMD Acura NSX. Photo: MotoIQ.com

For a great, in-depth report from the event head to www.motoiq.com

For a full list of results go to www.globaltimeattack.com