K&N '09 Honda Fit Intake System K&N has designed a high-flow intake system for the '09 Honda Fit 1.5-liter that's guaranteed to increase horsepower. K&N dynamometer tests show the 1.5-liter engine gained 4.53 hpat 6000 rpm over the stock intake configuration. The new system draws air through a K&N high-flow air filter that increases airflow and never needs to be replaced. knfilters.com
| January 2010 Mod GearDIYPNP Engine Management System DIYAutoTune.com introduces a new hybrid between universal, wire-in engine management systems and plug-and-play systems. Instead of building a new wiring harness, the DIYPNP allows enthusiasts to replace their engine control module with a MicroSquirt-based stand-alone system that plugs into the factory wiring harness. diypnp.com
| January 2010 Mod GearShutt VY3R Steering Wheel Sophisticated look with a retro style, perfectly suited to upgrade any interior and stand out from the crowd, Shutt's new VY3R features Redstone-colored leather, Y-shaped frame in rich anodized aluminum connected with chromed brackets and with the unique Shutt-shaped horn button and chromed ring that conceals the screws. shuttauto.com
| January 2010 Mod GearEat Sleep Race Automotive Apparel Wardrobe need a tune-up? EAT SLEEP RACE is a U.S.-based motorsports apparel company offering a collection of fresh gearhead-inspired designs. Get your fix of T-shirts, fitted caps and a lot more online or at any authorized ESR dealer! eatsleeprace.com
| January 2010 Mod GearBe Coolant High-Performance Antifreeze Be Coolant features a new-generation, Earth-friendly, biodegradable, propylene-glycol formula that protects cooling systems and aluminum components down to 26 degrees below zero (F). Be Coolant provides 300,000 miles of extended-life coolant protection that is ideal for all performance and severe-duty applications. Additionally, Be Coolant features a self-sealing capability that can fix hairline cracks in aluminum blocks and heads. becool.com
| January 2010 Mod GearMishimoto SR20DET Starter Mishimoto SR20DET replacement starters are made specifically for the Nissan S13/S14. A common problem with the factory starters is that they often go bad and need replacing. It's extremely difficult to find this replacement part and even harder to find brand-new OEM replacements. Mishimoto knows exactly what drivers are looking for, which is why the company has developed brand-new OEM SR20DET replacement starters. mishimoto.com
| January 2010 Mod GearTomei Head Studs & Main Bolts for EJ20/25 Tomei head studs are stronger and more durable than OE units and are designed to strengthen the bond between the head and the block, resulting in better cooling efficiency and head gasket sealing. The Tomei main studs are designed to cope with the torsional oscillation of the crankshaft during high engine speeds and loads and locking the crankcase firmly together to guarantee main bearings clearances. tomeiusa.com
| January 2010 Mod GearJE Pistons WRX Sti Billet Pistons JE Pistons has announced the release of the first billet pistons available for Subaru EJ257 engines. Originally created for the Crawford Performance Unlimited AWD time attack Subaru and Ken Block's gymkhana race car, these pistons are now available to the public. The new pistons are 100 percent CNC-machined from high-quality 2618-T6 wrought aluminum bar stock and are specifically designed for high-horsepower road and drag race engines. jepistons.com
| January 2010 Mod GearPioneer AVIC-Z110BT Pioneer Electronics' new AVIC-Z110BT is its flagship in-dash navigation system that allows consumers to simultaneously access mapping and route guidance information, enjoy various forms of audio and video entertainment, control an Apple iPod/iPhone and Bluetooth-enabled cell phones with natural voice commands and receive updated traffic, weather and local event information via an optional MSN Direct tuner. pioneer-usa.com
| January 2010 Mod GearTomax High-Performance Brake Pads TOMAX, the high-quality OE manufacturer from Japan, has released its performance brake pads for the U.S. market. Carefully chosen material and extensive R&D, in addition to its knowledge from manufacturing Japanese OE products, the performance of the TOMAX brake pads exceeds expectations. Nissan/Infiniti applications are available now and many more to follow! minesparts.com
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