Projects
2016 Corvette Z06 – TVS2650 Supercharger
Gary’s 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is back in the shop for its next round of work! What’s in store? Camshaft, Magnuson TVS2650, with a goal of 800whp! Last round, we set this gorgeous C7Z up with the following, resulting in 665.30whp & 752.70lbft:• ZPE GripTec 2.40″ upper supercharger pulley• Dedicated Motorsports 10mm wider supercharger idler pulley• […]
2020 Subaru WRX – Killer B Header & AEM Water-Methanol Injection
Cole brought us his 2020 Subaru WRX for some bolt-on performance and to get the FA20DIT dialed in by Vlad via COBB Tuning’s Accessport V3! Modifications performed by us below:• Killer B Motorsport header• GrimmSpeed top-mount intercooler upgrade• COBB Tuning 3-port electronic boost control solenoid• AEM Performance Electronics Water/methanol injection kit• COBB Tuning Accessport V3 Pre-existing modifications:• […]
2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS – Drop In Pistons
Ryan brought us his 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS to have the LT1 reinforced! With the previously installed Edelbrock Performance E-Force TVS2300 supercharger system pushing on the stock bottom end limitations, Ryan wanted to proactively build the engine so that it’s solid when he’s ready to turn the wick up! Modifications performed by us below:• Gwatney Performance […]
2021 Chevrolet C8 Corvette – American Racing Headers & AWE Catback
While C8 Corvettes are tons of fun in stock form, one thing they desperately need from the factory: more exhaust note! Evidently, Hassan agrees with that sentiment, and brought us his gorgeous Accelerate Yellow Metallic 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Z51 from Maryland to get the LT2 singing a bit louder! With the C8 on his lift, […]
1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec – Öhlins Road & Track Coilovers
One of the few 50-state legal Midnight Purple II (LV4) 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Specs came through the Wilmington shop for its first round of work! Öhlins Road & Track coilovers, and the iconic satin black NISMO LMGT4 wheels. Needless to say, this combination really sets off the BNR34! Stay tuned for more to come […]
2020 Mustang GT – Stainless Works Long Tube Headers
Lee brought us his 2020 Ford Mustang GT for some bolt-on performance via our Stage-2 NA package! Modifications performed below: Performed by us:• JLT Performance cold-air intake system• Stainless Works SP 1.875″ primary ID long-tube headers w/high-flow catalytic converters• JLT Performance 3.0 air/oil separator• Reische Performance 170° thermostat In addition to our Stage-2 NA package, Lee also […]
2019 Subaru WRX – FA20DIT IAG Stage 2 Short Block & FP Blue Turbo
After experiencing failure with the original FA20DIT, Matthew came in for his second round of work, and decided to take the opportunity to turn up the wick on his 2019 Subaru WRX! Build setup below: Round 1:• PERRIN Performance turbocharger inlet tube• Advanced Clutch Technology HDSS clutch kit• Advanced Clutch Technology streetlight flywheel• Invidia Exhaust down […]
2021 Nissan GT-R – Armytrix Valvetronic Exhaust
Erick brought us his 2021 Nissan GT-R to let the VR38DETT breath better with an absolutely stunning exhaust system from Armytrix Automotive Weaponized! Modifications performed below: Performed by us:• Armytrix Automotive Weaponized stainless-steel Valvetronic cat-back exhaust system With the entire exhaust system capable of changing between 3 modes from the click of switch, there’s an option for […]
2014 Mustang GT – Warrior Edition
#20 out of a total of 50 made, CT’s Warrior edition 2014 Ford Mustang GT is one rare beast. Developed by Ford Racing in partnership with Military AutoSource, only 50 of these units were produced and sold exclusively to members currently serving in the Armed Forces in Afghanistan. While serving a tour in Afghanistan at […]
2016 Subaru WRX STi – IAG Stage 2 Closed Deck Engine Build
Collin brought us his 2016 Subaru WRX STI to have the EJ257 built and taken up a notch! Build setup below:• IAG Performance Stage 2 closed-deck EJ257 short block• ARP 2000 series cylinder head studs• IAG Performance wrist pin & cover seal kit• IAG Performance V2 stainless steel oil pickup• OEM Subaru JDM 12mm engine oil […]
2005 Subaru WRX STi – IAG Stage 2 Tuff Engine Build
Approaching 190k miles, Brandon’s 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STI’s current engine was still running fine. However, Brandon wanted to keep his WRX STI on the road for as long as possible, and still have loads of fun without the worry, so a plan was set in place to upgrade to a new short block from […]
2008 Chevrolet Corvette – A&A Supercharger
Ramon brought us his 2008 Chevrolet Corvette to add what every LS3 engine needs: BOOST! Build details below: Modifications performed by us:• A&A Corvette Performance supercharger system• Vortech Superchargers polished V3 Si head unit• A&A Corvette Performance 8-rib 3.80″ upper supercharger pulley• Innovators West, Inc. 7.650″ lower supercharger pulley• A&A Corvette Performance oil feed and return […]
2020 Chevrolet C8 Corvette – American Racing Headers & AWE Catback
A perfect pair to let freedom ring: Barry’s 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8 came into the shop for some goodies from AWE Tuning and American Racing Headers, while enhancing the exhaust note and adding a few ponies to the mix!Up first the in the shop, Barry’s C8 was pulled onto the rollers for John to perform […]
2020 GR Supra – Pure800 Turbocharger
Flex fuel enabled, a host of bolt-on performance, and a new billet-impeller Pure800 turbocharger under the hood, Juan’s 2020 Toyota GR Supra is one sweet ride. Back in to the shop for it’s second round of work, it was time to get this GR Supra over the 550whp mark! Modifications below: Performed by us:• Pure Turbos […]
2017 Ram 1500 – Whipple 2.9L
On this edition of Whipple Wednesday, Keith is back for another round of work, this time with his 2017 Ram 1500 Sublime Sport! Previously here with his 2019 Dodge SRT Hellcat Redeye, Keith wanted to add some fun to his daily driver, one to match his weekend toy, in the form of some BOOST! […]
2015 Challenger R/T – COMP Cam
Sterling brought us his 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T with two goals in mind, improve the Hemi growl and get some more ponies out of the 5.7L! Modifications below: Performed by us:• COMP Cams Stage-2 HRT 273 camshaft• COMP Cams phase-limiter kit• Manley Performance Products, Inc. chromoly pushrods• COMP Cams valve seats, valve seals, valve springs, valve […]
2019 Camaro ZL1 – Stage 3 Package
Michael brought us his 2019 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 with the goal of adding 130-150whp on 93 octane while maintaining stock-like drivability. The solution? Our Stage-3 package! Modifications below: Performed by us:• Kong Performance OEM supercharger/snout porting service matched to 103mm throttle body• ZPE GripTec 2.30″ upper pulley• Dedicated Motorsports 10mm wider 6061 aluminum tensioner pulley• Gates […]
2004 Subaru Forester XT Conversion – IAG Short Block
Nearing 200k miles of enjoyment, Austin’s extremely clean 2004 Subaru Forester XT clone was ready for a refresh. Previously swapped with a EJ255, it was time for round 3, with a simple goal in mind: aim for 300+awhp and build it for longevity and reliability. With a plan set in place, Andrew got to work […]
2015 Mustang GT – Procharger
While the growl of the Gen-II Coyote is menacing in its own right, JD wanted something more. The addition of a ProCharger Superchargers Stage II Supercharger System, with a detailed supporting modification list, was just what he needed to help leave most cars staring at his taillights. With a plan set in place, JD’s 2015 […]
2017 Subaru WRX STi – IAG Magnum Block & ETS Rotated Garrett G30-900
Alvaro came into the shop ready to get his 2017 Subaru WRX STI to the next phase of it’s life, with a IAG Performance closed-deck short block, built heads, and a Garrett – Advancing Motion G30-900 turbocharger, tipping it over the 650awhp mark! Engine Work:• IAG Performance Magnum EJ25 closed deck short block• IAG Performance Fire-Lock […]