1992 Miata Turbo: Suspension Upgrade

Looking back, I can’t believe I’ve been driving around in this car on the stock suspension for the last three years. I finally get off my butt and do something about it! See the before and after results here.

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1991 Talon Turbo AWD: Back to Bristol Dragway

I recently made the trek back to Bristol Dragway for a little redemption after my last tranny-busting adventure. There’s a video of all the great racing mayhem in there too.
Read all about it here!

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1991 Talon Turbo AWD: Bristol Dragway and The Busted Transmission – Part Two

Here’s the finale of my fun tranny breaking trip to thunder mountain. While part one was the kick in the gut, part two is the triumphant return to the streets. Check it out here!

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1991 Talon Turbo AWD: Bristol Dragway and The Busted Transmission- Part One

Read all about how the stock 220,000 mile transmission finally gave up its duties in spectactular fashion: while racing at the legendary Bristol Dragway. As with any good automotive carnage, I’ve got a pretty good story to go with it.Check out part one now!

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1992 Miata Turbo – Complete Upgrade: Part Two

The second and final part of the Turbo Miata Version 2.0 build is up on miata.turbomirage.com. Just to let you know, there are a couple twists and turns in there that may catch you off guard!
Check out part two here!

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New addition to the garage: 2008 Lexus IS-F

2008 Lexus IS-F

I’m clearly behind on my updates, but this one takes the cake! Anywho, last summer I was lucky enough to find a great deal on a 2008 Lexus IS-F. My interest in this car was no passing fancy, as I’d read every magazine and website review of it before it even hit the dealerships. On paper, it read like my own perfect car creation. First, you start off with the everyday utility of a sedan, mix in the performance of a legitimate sports car, add one heaping cup of luxury and sprinkle in some real performance parts to taste.
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1992 Miata Turbo – Complete Upgrade: Part 1

Just because I haven’t been posting much doesn’t mean I haven’t been plotting and scheming for ways to add more horsepower! Turbo Miata Version 2.0 is here and ready to put fear into the hearts of 1000hp supercars everywhere.
Check out the new turbo setup build here.

Turbo Miata Engine

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1991 Talon Turbo AWD: Snow Day!

There’s been far more snow here than we’ve had in previous years. This has made for some excellent sliding around and snow driving!  Here are a few pics from a recent mini-blizzard.

1991 Eagle Talon snow day 1

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DSM Magazine Article Archive

Hey everyone,

I just spent some time revamping my 1991 Eagle Talon website. I’ve added a new story on the homepage, a long overdue modifications list, links to the YouTube videos and a collection of DSM articles pulled from some of my old car magazines. These old articles feature the Mitsubishi Eclipse, Eagle Talon and Plymouth Laser when they were busting on the scene and blowing everyone’s mind with their “go fast with class” credo.

Click here to visit the Diamond Star Motors magazine archive

Thanks for visiting everyone! I sure do appreciate it!

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Taming the dragon

I finally made it to the world famous “Tail of the Dragon” in the turbo Miata! Click here to see the pictures and read the story

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