Question Of The Month
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Q Hey, Super Street. First of all, nice job on the mag. It's looking pretty sick with the new changes. Anyway, I'm 15 years old and just got my first car, a '91 Nissan 240SX hatchback. I've always been into the import scene and know a lot about these cars, so don't think you will confuse me. I plan on swapping out the truck motor (KA24DE) for the SR20 and yeah, everyone else is doing it too, but it doesn't matter. I plan on building the motor up with a new turbo, injectors and top end. My question is what's the best option for the brains of the car? I've been looking at the A'PEXi Power FC D-Jetro, GReddy E-Manage and the AEM EMS. I'd like to run a MAP sensor instead of the MAF, so which ones will allow me to do that? Thanks.
Dillon Boyd
Via the Internet
A Only 15 and you know the difference between MAP and MAF?! You're off to a great start building cars. We can see where this kid's future lies. You're right: switching to a MAP sensor would allow for higher performance. Technically, you would be able to run a MAP on any one of those three management options. But first find out who you plan to have tune your car and what they like. No point in buying one particular system when you can't find anyone local to tune it for you.
Happy Ending
We Could All Use OneQ Hey guys, wanted to start off with a "bravo." I just finished reading my very first issue of Super Street and Import Tuner (and as a matter of fact, reading any magazine LOL). But I found your magazine a hell of a lot more interesting than Import Tuner. Their magazine kept making me sleepy. But anyway, to my question: I own a 1990 Honda Civic hatchback and would really like to have an awesome import. I've thought about dropping in a JDM B16 engine this summer but I'm not entirely sure on what to do, really. That's what I'm asking you guys. Help!
Luis Lozano
Magnolia, TX
A Have a look in the current issue of Project Car. They built two EFs; one 1990 Civic with a JDM B16A swap and a 1989 CRX with a turbocharged D16A. That should give you an idea of two good options for your car.
Q I have a 2003 350Z with almost 70k on the engine. I'm currently deployed to Iraq right now, but I have plans to build up my Z to be a feature car. I want to put a twin turbo kit on it, but I would like to know what I need to upgrade on the engine so I don't blow it higher than an artillery round. It's a daily driver, but maybe someday it will end up on a race track, preferably drifting. Thanks in advance and hopefully your advice is as good as my ex-girlfriend.
Gregory Hill
Homestead, FL
A Reading our magazine is ten times better than your ex-girlfriend was. Well, not really, but that's all you have while in Iraq. If you want to reinforce the motor, you can get new block sleeves, forged pistons and forged rods for the extra strength. But the key to not ruining your engine is good tuning. Tune it properly and you'll increase your odds of not blowing.
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