JDMphasis... Innovation over Imitation
Showing posts with label HKS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label HKS. Show all posts
Thursday, January 30, 2020
Monday, February 5, 2018
Garage Mak R35
How about a few shots of the Garage Mak R35?
And here is one with the beautifully aggressive Garage Mak Z33…
And here is one with the beautifully aggressive Garage Mak Z33…
JDMphasis… Innovation over Imitation
Friday, November 11, 2016
RIP Hiroyuki Hasegawa
I recently learned that the legendary founder of HKS has passed away at the age of 71. Rest in Peace.
JDMphasis… Innovation over Imitation
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
All Business - HKS GT1000 R35
I love this shot of the HKS GT1000 R35…
Just a portion of the MOD LIST on this beast:
SUSPENSION/FOOTWORK
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
A few more shots of this beauty...
Just a portion of the MOD LIST on this beast:
ENGINE
- HKS 9.0:1 Forged Pistons
- HKS Connecting Rods
- HKS Step2 Camshafts
- HKS Racing Suction Reloaded Intakes
- HKS GT1000+ Spec Turbochargers
- HKS GT1000 Manifolds
- HKS SSQV Blow-Off Valves
- HKS GT2 50MM Wastegates
- HKS Racing SPL Exhaust
- HKS F-Con V Pro (Engine Management)
- HKS R-Type GT1000 Spec Intercooler
SUSPENSION/FOOTWORK
- HKS Hipermax Springs
- HKS Hipermax IV SP SPL Adjustable Dampers
- Advan GT Wheels (20x11" +5 square set-up)
- Yokohama Advan A005 Tires
- Endless Forged Monoblock Brakes (6-Piston F&R)
- Endless Rotors (400MM Front, 387MM Rear)
- Endless Brake Pads
- Endless Stainless Braided Brake Lines
INTERIOR
- Bride Maxis III N.O.B. Special Edition Seats
- Takata 6-Point Harnesses
- Nardi Steering Wheel
EXTERIOR
- BenSopra Aero
- BenSopra Wing
- Craft Square Mirrors
- Top Racing Carbon Fiber Bonnet
A few more shots of this beauty...
JDMphasis… Innovation over Imitation
Thursday, July 30, 2015
Monday, June 15, 2015
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Monday, February 2, 2015
"Within Reason…"
A few months ago I was in the car with a couple friends when a GT-R passed us on the highway. One of my buddies turned to the other and remarked that the R35 is my dream car. When I said, "No. Not necessarily," he came back with a challenge.
"Yeah it is. Within reason, what else would you rather have?"
I legitimately did not have an answer for him. Though I had never actually acknowledged the R35 as my "dream car," at that moment I realized that I did not have a "within reason" dream car. The "within reason" constraint is, of course, a relative limitation as it relates to finances and is open to discussion and squabble - a $100,000+ car is not exactly reasonable for me personally at this point in my life. However, the fact that I could not immediately retort with a make and model that I would choose over the GT-R genuinely surprised me. Of course, there are a hundred different cars I would love to have in my dream garage, but, being a JDM-o-phile, I still, even today, cannot think of a car (say, less than $125,000 USD - opting not to go for the Nismo Edition GT-R) that I would currently rather have in my possession than the R35 GT-R. I would love to own one of these… And, of course, modify it with some quality Japanese parts (to the tune of an additional $50,000 or so).
Maybe some day.
Anyway, still probably my favorite GT-R, the Varis/HKS Technical Factory R35 is a thing of beauty…
Thursday, April 10, 2014
HKS GT Supercharger - Arvou Honda S2000
This video is a few months old, but, if you haven't seen it, it is a pretty good watch. It may make you want to head out for a cruise. It may make you want to own an HKS GT-supercharged S2000. It may make you want both… Enjoy.
Monday, November 18, 2013
JM's Evo X in Import Tuner
JDMphasis reader, JM Yang's, stellar 2010 Evo X was recently featured in Import Tuner. These are the types of builds that need to be recognized and praised more often. We would like to say thank you to JM not only for executing such a top-notch build with quality parts from legitimate companies, but for giving us a shout-out in the article. (He even references our Innovation over Imitation adage!)
Thank you, JM. This recognition is well-deserved. We cannot wait to see what you do next...
"There are a lot of people in the industry who I look up to, both locally and abroad. Jay of JDMEGO, Bill of JDMphasis, Ben of Bulletproof Automotive, and countless other builds have served as inspiration for me," JM says. "They have been advocates of innovation over imitation, and that motto I have used as a cornerstone in my build philosophy."
Link to the full article: 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X MR - Dream Come True
Thank you, JM. This recognition is well-deserved. We cannot wait to see what you do next...
JDMphasis... Innovation over Imitation
Friday, September 13, 2013
Happy Friday, the 13th!
Don't let this black Varis Z34 cross your path...
Or this mean R35 GT-R from the HKS Technical Factory...
Or this mean R35 GT-R from the HKS Technical Factory...
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Project G37S: Searching for the 'GOOD' in Goodbye...
I apologize that JDMphasis has been relatively slow as of late. One reason for the lack of posts is that I have been contemplating the future of my project. This mental struggle came about as a result of the accident that occurred a few months ago (post here: Project G37S: Unamused). After the accident I started pondering the future of the car and came to the conclusion that I wanted to get some of my life priorities in order before continuing to modify the G. An extremely difficult decision, especially given the fact that I had some big plans in the works (and even some parts en route) at the time I decided to part out and sell, but I know it is the responsible one.
Over the course of the last couple years I have heard the "You could have purchased a GT-R with the amount of money you have spent on that car," more than once. My contention is that a substantial part of the fun of modifying is planning the build. Thinking of the next move and working towards that end is part of the process. That is what ultimately supplies that rewarding satisfaction and feeling of content accomplishment. Once that rare or elusive part finally becomes a part of the whole, one can then, at that point, step back and admire that which they worked so hard to achieve. Anyone with the means can go buy a GT-R and be happy with the off-the-shelf supercar performance. I certainly would be. However, there is also something significant to be said for building something unique; something your own. I have no regrets.
I know I am going to miss this car. I am going to miss planning the different project stages and, surprisingly, I am going to miss pinching my pennies saving for the next part. I am even going to miss the frustrating JDM shipping delays. I had a lot of fun with this build and I know I will look back, when the car is no longer at my immediate disposal, and wish I had done more. However, I know I will start another project in the future and I will take the experiences of this one, both good and bad, and use them to help me build a better car next time around, refusing to cut corners and using nothing but quality parts from legitimate companies.
The car is currently in the process of being parted out. I have sold many of the parts, but there are still a few left. Please shoot me an e-mail (JDMphasis@gmail.com) if you are interested in anything. Below is a final modification list (not including the parts I did not install or had on order at the time of the accident), as well as a collection of my favorite pictures of the car acquired over the last couple years. I am hugely disappointed that, as a result of the accident, I do not have any pictures reflecting the very final state the car was in before the front end was destroyed, but life goes on... At the same time, I am already contemplating my next project and I am very excited. I do want to express a big 'Thank You' to the loyal readers of JDMphasis for following and supporting the JDMphasis Project G37S build.
SUSPENSION/FOOTWORK
* Advan RZ-DF Wheels in Flat Black [20x9.0" (+27) Front; 20x10.5" (+25) Rear]
* FIC 10MM Spacers (Front)
* Project Kics R40 REVO Composite Extended Lugs (w/ Red Caps)
* Falken FK-452 Rubber (285/30/20 Rear; 255/35/20 Front)
* One-Off Project Mu Forged Slim Big Brake Kit (6-Piston Front; 4-Piston Rear)
* TEIN Flex Coilovers w/ EDFC
* Cusco Front Strut Tower Bar
* Cusco Front & Rear Anti-Sway Bars
* SPC Front Camber Arms
* SPC Rear Camber Arms
* GT-Spec 2 Points Subframe Reinforcement Brace
* GT-Spec 4 Point Ladder Brace
* GT-Spec 6 Points Rear Subframe Brace
* GT-Spec Rear Lower Lateral Reinforcement Brace
* GT-Spec Rear Lower Tie Brace
ENGINE/PERFORMANCE
* One-Off Powerhouse Amuse R1-Titan Quad-Tipped Exhaust
* Powerhouse Amuse R1-Silent Front Pipe
* Fast Intentions Catalytic Converters
* HKS Racing Suction Reloaded Intakes
* HKS Limited Edition Radiator Cap
* Top Secret Limited Edition Ti Oil Filler Cap
* Samco Hose Kit (Red)
* Dress-Up Bolts Engine Bay Dress-Up Kit
* Dress-Up Bolts Engine Dress-Up Kit
* Stillen Short Shifter
* Clutch-Assist Helper Spring
* UpRev Custom Tune
EXTERIOR
* Zele Performance Front Bumper
* Zele Performance Side Skirts
* Zele Performance Rear Bumper (modified to fit custom quad-tipped exhaust)
* First Molding Japan Carbon Fiber Front Plates
* Top Secret Titanium Tow Hook
* Custom-Painted Headlights
* Painted Front Grille
* HID D2S 6K Super White Bulbs
* Rear License Plate LED Lighting
* 35% Tint
* De-Badged Trunk
* Custom License Plate Bolts
INTERIOR
* BRIDE XAX II Seats (Red Leather w/ Gradation)
* BRIDE Rails and Sliders
* Personal Neo Grinta Steering Wheel (330MM)
* Personal Top Secret Limited Edition Steering Wheel (350MM)
* Works Bell Splash Hub
* Works Bell Quick Release
* Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi Shift Knob
* Zele Performance Titanium Shift Knob
* ARC Titanium Shift Knob
* Nardi e-Brake Lever
* Redline Goods Leather Boots (Shift & e-Brake)
* Nissan GT-R Start Button
* LED Lighting
Over the course of the last couple years I have heard the "You could have purchased a GT-R with the amount of money you have spent on that car," more than once. My contention is that a substantial part of the fun of modifying is planning the build. Thinking of the next move and working towards that end is part of the process. That is what ultimately supplies that rewarding satisfaction and feeling of content accomplishment. Once that rare or elusive part finally becomes a part of the whole, one can then, at that point, step back and admire that which they worked so hard to achieve. Anyone with the means can go buy a GT-R and be happy with the off-the-shelf supercar performance. I certainly would be. However, there is also something significant to be said for building something unique; something your own. I have no regrets.
I know I am going to miss this car. I am going to miss planning the different project stages and, surprisingly, I am going to miss pinching my pennies saving for the next part. I am even going to miss the frustrating JDM shipping delays. I had a lot of fun with this build and I know I will look back, when the car is no longer at my immediate disposal, and wish I had done more. However, I know I will start another project in the future and I will take the experiences of this one, both good and bad, and use them to help me build a better car next time around, refusing to cut corners and using nothing but quality parts from legitimate companies.
The car is currently in the process of being parted out. I have sold many of the parts, but there are still a few left. Please shoot me an e-mail (JDMphasis@gmail.com) if you are interested in anything. Below is a final modification list (not including the parts I did not install or had on order at the time of the accident), as well as a collection of my favorite pictures of the car acquired over the last couple years. I am hugely disappointed that, as a result of the accident, I do not have any pictures reflecting the very final state the car was in before the front end was destroyed, but life goes on... At the same time, I am already contemplating my next project and I am very excited. I do want to express a big 'Thank You' to the loyal readers of JDMphasis for following and supporting the JDMphasis Project G37S build.
SUSPENSION/FOOTWORK
* Advan RZ-DF Wheels in Flat Black [20x9.0" (+27) Front; 20x10.5" (+25) Rear]
* FIC 10MM Spacers (Front)
* Project Kics R40 REVO Composite Extended Lugs (w/ Red Caps)
* Falken FK-452 Rubber (285/30/20 Rear; 255/35/20 Front)
* One-Off Project Mu Forged Slim Big Brake Kit (6-Piston Front; 4-Piston Rear)
* TEIN Flex Coilovers w/ EDFC
* Cusco Front Strut Tower Bar
* Cusco Front & Rear Anti-Sway Bars
* SPC Front Camber Arms
* SPC Rear Camber Arms
* GT-Spec 2 Points Subframe Reinforcement Brace
* GT-Spec 4 Point Ladder Brace
* GT-Spec 6 Points Rear Subframe Brace
* GT-Spec Rear Lower Lateral Reinforcement Brace
* GT-Spec Rear Lower Tie Brace
ENGINE/PERFORMANCE
* One-Off Powerhouse Amuse R1-Titan Quad-Tipped Exhaust
* Powerhouse Amuse R1-Silent Front Pipe
* Fast Intentions Catalytic Converters
* HKS Racing Suction Reloaded Intakes
* HKS Limited Edition Radiator Cap
* Top Secret Limited Edition Ti Oil Filler Cap
* Samco Hose Kit (Red)
* Dress-Up Bolts Engine Bay Dress-Up Kit
* Dress-Up Bolts Engine Dress-Up Kit
* Stillen Short Shifter
* Clutch-Assist Helper Spring
* UpRev Custom Tune
EXTERIOR
* Zele Performance Front Bumper
* Zele Performance Side Skirts
* Zele Performance Rear Bumper (modified to fit custom quad-tipped exhaust)
* First Molding Japan Carbon Fiber Front Plates
* Top Secret Titanium Tow Hook
* Custom-Painted Headlights
* Painted Front Grille
* HID D2S 6K Super White Bulbs
* Rear License Plate LED Lighting
* 35% Tint
* De-Badged Trunk
* Custom License Plate Bolts
INTERIOR
* BRIDE XAX II Seats (Red Leather w/ Gradation)
* BRIDE Rails and Sliders
* Personal Neo Grinta Steering Wheel (330MM)
* Personal Top Secret Limited Edition Steering Wheel (350MM)
* Works Bell Splash Hub
* Works Bell Quick Release
* Tommy Kaira Hebi Bebi Shift Knob
* Zele Performance Titanium Shift Knob
* ARC Titanium Shift Knob
* Nardi e-Brake Lever
* Redline Goods Leather Boots (Shift & e-Brake)
* Nissan GT-R Start Button
* LED Lighting
"There is nothing like a dream to create the future." - Victor Hugo, (1862) Les Miserables.
JDMphasis... Innovation over Imitation
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Recognize the Real
Tired of seeing "features" all over the internet (and print media) with builds riddled with knock-off and replica parts? Me too... I've seen three in the past week.
Below you can find a few shots of a 370Z project done by my good friends at Bulletproof Automotive. This is the breed of build that should be displayed, highlighted, featured, praised, glamorized, shared, pinned, and LIKEd all over social and print media. With parts sourced from some of the best tuning companies in Japan, skimping and corner-cutting are words and methods you certainly cannot associate with this fairlady build.
Below you can find a few shots of a 370Z project done by my good friends at Bulletproof Automotive. This is the breed of build that should be displayed, highlighted, featured, praised, glamorized, shared, pinned, and LIKEd all over social and print media. With parts sourced from some of the best tuning companies in Japan, skimping and corner-cutting are words and methods you certainly cannot associate with this fairlady build.
JDMphasis... Innovation over Imitation
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