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History of the Toyota Supra
The Toyota Supra is a high-performance sports car that was first introduced in 1978. Over the years, the Supra has gone through several changes and upgrades. Here is a detailed history of the Toyota Supra First Generation (A40): 1978-1981 The first generation Toyota Supra, also known as the A40, was produced from 1978 to 1981.…
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RSX Trunk Water leak, it was the Tailight Gasket!
We’ve been in a crazy drought this past decade, but California’s been getting rolling rainstorms that they call Atmospheric rivers this first part of the 2023 year. After the heavy rain in California, I found this puddle of water in the trunk area of my rsx. I was a bit sad since I just got…
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History of the RX-7
The Mazda RX-7 is a sports car that was first introduced in 1978 and has since become an iconic vehicle in the automotive world. Throughout its production, the RX-7 underwent several revisions, each marked by a different code. The first-generation RX-7, produced from 1978 to 1985, was coded as the SA22C. It featured a 1.1-liter…
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I got a Check Engine Light! Fixing the CEL, and Replacing Primary & Secondary Oxygen O2 sensors on my RSX Type S
Shortly after the tune up, I ran into another issue with the RSX Type S. I got the infamous Check Engine Light (CEL) that showed up on my dash. I plugged in my OBD2 sensor and got the code P0139. Which is bank1 sensor 2 failure due to low voltage. I was considering replacing the…
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Compression test on my K20a2, and changing spark plugs and coil packs
Getting the parts took about 2-3 weeks, as I was looking for decent prices and quality oil and ignition coils. I ended up getting NGK laser iridium spark plugs, as I heard they were more performant than platinum material, even though I heard it lasted a bit longer. The new ignition coil packs I got…
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History of the Honda Integra
The Honda Integra is a compact luxury sports car that was first introduced by Honda in 1985. It was sold in Japan, North America, and other markets until 2006. The first generation of the Integra was produced from 1985 to 1989. It was available as a three-door or five-door hatchback and was powered by a…
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First Look – Bought a 20 yr old JDM project car sight unseen
While I knew I was looking for a fixer upper, you don’t realize the extent til you have it in your hands. The work I would need to put into it before those fun modifications was far greater than I realized. This is actually going to be a restoration first. I am the fifth owner…
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History of the Subaru WRX Sti
The first-generation Subaru Impreza, which was introduced in 1992. The GC8 was a popular car among car enthusiasts for its performance capabilities, especially in the rally racing scene where Subaru had a successful history. The GC8 WRX and WRX STi models were particularly popular for their powerful turbocharged engines, all-wheel drive system, and precise handling.…
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History of the Honda Civic
The Honda Civic is a popular line of compact and subcompact cars that has undergone numerous changes and upgrades over the years. Each generation of the Civic has featured different engine codes and performance specifications. Here is a brief history of the Honda Civic, highlighting some of its most notable engine codes and performance models:…
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History of the AE86 aka “hachi roku”
The AE86 is a car model that was manufactured by Toyota from 1983 to 1987. It was a part of the fifth generation of Toyota’s Corolla sports car lineup and was sold under a variety of names, including Corolla Levin, Sprinter Trueno, and Corolla DX. The AE86 was popular among car enthusiasts, especially in the…
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History of the Nissan GT-R
The Nissan GT-R, also known as the Skyline GT-R, has a rich history dating back to the late 1960s. Here is a brief overview of the GT-R’s history: Even today, the GT-R has cemented itself as a true JDM classic and legend. It is highly sought after by many car enthusiasts, even imported to USA…
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History of K Series Engine
The K-series engine is a family of four-cylinder engines produced by Honda since the early 2000s. Here is a brief history of the K-series engine: K20A: The K20A engine was introduced in 2001 as part of the Japanese-market Honda Integra Type R. It featured a 2.0-liter displacement, DOHC i-VTEC technology, and produced up to 220…