Jake is a founder of 8020 Media and TuningPro. He has over a decade of experience in the automotive industry including parts sales, writing, DIY modifications & repairs, and more. Jake is currently converting his N54 to a single turbo and building a Miata track car. He’s an experienced, hands-on automotive enthusiast who delivers in-depth, well-researched content.
.The Ford Triton engine family, also known as the modular engine family, is a 6.8L V10, 5.4L V8, and 4.6L V8 that have been used in various Ford trucks and performance cars since the 1990s. Unfortunately, the Triton engine family suffers from a few problems. The timing chains are known to be problematic across a…
Upgrading your Wrangler TJ seats is a great option to refresh the look of your interior and get rid of those old and worn down OEM seats. Alternatively, if you do a lot of off-roading or trail driving you might want a seat that has a bit more support and comfort. Regardless of which you…
Whether you’ve got a 1.6L or 1.8L NA Miata, the best mods are suspension and handling mods. Power is expensive to make which is why we recommend putting your money into suspension and handling with things like coilovers and sway bars. Sway bars, also known as anit-roll bars, help prevent body roll and lean during…
With Jeep Wrangler YJ’s pushing 30+ years old, it might be time to refresh those old stock seats. Whether your seats are ripped and torn apart, or you are looking for a sportier seat with more support for off-roading, upgrading the front and bench seats in the YJ is a great comfort upgrade. This guide…
Headers are one of the best power mods for naturally aspirated 1.6L and 1.8L Miata’s. Outside of going the forced induction route, you will be chasing horsepower gains in the single digits with rather expensive mods, like headers. Therefore, if you plan on adding a turbo or supercharger to your NA or NB Miata then…
After picking up a NA Miata as a fun street/track project car, I realized it was a pretty tight fit at 6’4. My head scrapes the hardtop when I sit upright. Additionally, the biggest issue is leg clearance and the steering wheel. Turning the Miata wheel is a challenge with big legs. With the goal…
The third generation Mini Cooper S (F55, F56, F57) received a larger 2.0L turbocharged I4, compared to the previous 1.6L Prince turbo I4. The new Cooper S engine is BMW’s B48 engine, which produces 189hp and 207lb-ft. of torque. In 2020 Mini launched a John Cooper Works GP, a track-focused version of the Cooper S….
The Gensis G70 was first introduced in model year 2018 and featured two different engine variants: a 3.3L twin-turbo 6-cylinder, and a 2.0L turbo inline-4. A diesel engine is also available in various overseas markets. The G70 shares the same chassis and engine options as the Kia Stinger. The 3.3L twin-turbo engine, also known as…
The 5.3 L and 6.2 L are both excellent small block engines. Both engines have a unique set of features that must carefully evaluate before deciding on one.General Motors produced the 5.3 and 6.2L engines for a variety of applications in pickup trucks and SUVs. Their track record of performance has certainly earned them respect…
We wrote a 4 Best Ford Ranger Mods guide, in which we discussed an upgraded intercooler being one of the best performance upgrades. A larger intercooler will decrease intake air temps which results in more power, consistent performance, and a healthier and more reliable engine. The stock FMIC on the Ranger is sufficient for stock…
In our 5 Best Ford Focus ST Mods guide, we covered an upgraded intercooler as one of our favorite performance upgrades. Intercoolers not only provide solid power gains but also allow for more consistent performance and a healthier engine via lower intake air temps. The stock intercooler on the Focus ST is great when you’re…
A 2.3L 4-banger engine in a truck might not sound like a lot of power or performance. While the Ranger produces 270hp and 310lb-ft. of torque from the factory, the turbocharged 2.3L EcoBoost engine can produce a lot more power with some simple bolt-on modifications. While most Ford Ranger performance upgrade guides focus on lift…
