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- What Turbo is best for my Ride?
  
  Although pairing a turbo to a specific application does take expertise, there are some basic questions that you need to consider before going turbo hunting. First, you must determine realistic horsepower goal. In many cases, installing a turbo on a naturally aspirated engine is the ultimate intent. Generally speaking, stock engines can internally support horsepower gain of roughly 50%-60% without drastic modifications. Consider an engine that is 200 HP (more...)
- TurboKits.com Shop Tour
  
  For nearly a decade TurboKits.com has been the leading supplier of turbo kits and forced induction accessories to customers worldwide. From their humble beginnings in a rented three room office to the 10,000 sq/ft facility they now call "home", the core principal of the company has never changed- make customers happy! The dawn of the new millennium (more...)
- TurboKits.com Forced Induced
  
  In an effort to "go green", many automotive manufacturers are turning to the use of turbochargers to meet fuel, pollution, and EPA restrictions set forth by today’s society. In the past, finding a balance between efficiency and performance meant lighter cars, smaller motors, and 120 HP… not nearly enough oomph to get a driving enthusiasts’ heart pumping! Thankfully, those days are over. Mitsubishi, Subaru, BMW, and Ford are a handful (more...)
- Project R32: Garrett Twin Turbo Upgrade
  
  It’s been a long time in the works but we finally found the time to wrench on Project R32. With a busy travel and track day schedule, there never seemed to be an ideal time to start the surgery on the RB26. After a late summer '09 visit to The stock turbos were tired and the rear turbo exhaust wheel finally snapped clean off!!! Mosport though, one of the turbos (the infamous rear turbine) decided to call it quits. With no boost on tap, the GT-R was castrated and didn’t have the jam to keep up with a Camry considering it was now essentially a low-compression (more...)
- Project Forte: KIA Forte Koup - TurboKits.com Cat-Back Exhaust Upgrade Install
  
  From factory the KIA Forte packs a decent punch, however there is never any harm in bumping up the horsepower while making some beautiful noise thanks to an aftermarket exhaust upgrade. (more...)
- Project Forte: KIA Forte Koup - TurboKits.com Air Intake System Install
  
  A must have for any tuner enthusiast – the air intake system. All engines regardless of size and manufacturer require three ingredients for combustion: air, fuel and spark. Thus, increasing the airflow into an engine via an intake system will result in greater performance (horsepower), better throttle response and that signature suction noise (more...)
TurboKits.com Blog Posts
- Confirmed Kia Forte 6AT Fitment
  
  Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:12:55 +0000
  
  We have now confirmed fitment on the 2011 6AT! The car is sweet, silky smooth, drives like stock, but floor it and get the snap crackle and pop of a tuned turbo motor!!! http://www.forteforums.com/forums/performance-modifications/8864-2011-2-4l-6at-turbo-first-north-america-thanks-drummer636.html
- TurboKits.com In PasMag Again!
  
  Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:19:06 +0000
  
  Check out this great article in Performance Auto & Sound Magazine, highlighting the install of one of our Kia Forte Cold Air Intakes. “A must have for any tuner enthusiast – the air intake system. All engines regardless of size and manufacturer require three ingredients for combustion: air, fuel and spark. Thus, increasing the airflow [...]
- Forced Induction
  
  Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:48:19 +0000
  
  In an effort to “go green”, many automotive manufacturers are turning to the use of turbochargers to meet fuel, pollution, and EPA restrictions set forth by today’s society. In the past, finding a balance between efficiency and performance meant lighter cars, smaller motors, and 120 HP… not nearly enough oomph to get a driving enthusiasts’ [...]
- Can My Engine Handle a Turbo?
  
  Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:24:58 +0000
  
  Is my engine in sufficient condition to install a turbo kit? A good initial check is to perform a compression test to each cylinder’s combustion chamber to test the health of the motor. If your engine is within OEM spec, there isn’t a variance of more than a few % between cylinders, and excessive oil [...]
- Shop Talk – Turbo Timers
  
  Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:10:27 +0000
  
  This simple, often overlooked electronic device is a true asset to any turbocharged vehicle. The turbo timer is designed to keep a turbo engine running for a pre-designated period of time in order to properly allow for engine and turbocharger cool down in an effort to prevent premature turbo destruction. A turbo timer can be [...]
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- Forte HFC & CAT Backs In Stock
  
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  Forte HFC & CAT Backs In Stock
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  How It's Made - Rally Cars
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  Discovery and Science Channel's How It's Made Rally Cars episode. All copyrights go to their respective owners.
- Now I have ideas!
  
  Tue, 15 May 2012 21:23:59 +0100
  
  Now I have ideas!
  
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  [Adam] That's hardcore! What IS it?? I'm guessing 4A-GE but in what tune???
  
  Well, whatever it is, it's pr0n.
- Garrett Turbos In Stock!
  
  Mon, 14 May 2012 15:05:27 +0100
  
  Garrett Turbos In Stock!
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  Nico Rosberg explains his driving position
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  The seating position in a Formula One car is nothing like what we know in road cars. The driver's feet will point upwards and visibility always is critical a...

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