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    Need MSP for R&D

    We're doing some testing on our new IC and IC piping. Does anyone local have an MSP we can run on the dyno. Car must be fairly stock. We are located in Livermore CA. Thanks, Hoover TurboHoses R&D 925-455-1066 sales@turbohoses.com
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    Why parts cost what they cost...

    Hello, Normally we don't post on forums, but we felt it necessary to help everyone understand what it takes to supply these parts to the Mazda or any community that we make parts for. Hopefully this category is acceptible. Most people think that it's just the R&D of a product that drives up...
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    Turbohoses New Dyno

    Hello, We've just upgraded our dyno to a new load control dyno jet. For those of you that don't know the difference, there are two types of chassis dynos: Inertia and load control. The classic inertia dyno is great for WOT runs but lacks the load capability for tuning. Load is the equivalent...
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    Turbohoses SMIC & other SMIC fitament with Hard Pipes

    FYI, We are advising anyone purchasing "any" SMIC to consider if they are purchasing hardpipes now or in the near future. With all the different specifications/demensions of each SMIC, we have found that all of them may/may not accept different hardpipe kits, even if they are "near/close" to...
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    TurboHoses Intake Tests

    Hello, The tests are done on a completely stock car with only our aluminum hardpipe upgrade. We have tested two intakes: Short Ram and Cold Air. Our short ram was equipped with a heat shield and the engine bay was heat soaked before testing. Both intakes resulted in a gain of 3-4hp. We...
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    Turbohoses SMIC Results

    Thank you for your patience. Our test vehicle is completely stock and tested with our Aluminum Piping and stock boost. The end results are as follows: We were only able to run our test vehicle 4 times for each IC. We noticed by the third run the engine began to detonate, we believe this is...
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    Turbohoses R&D Affordable Hardpipes

    Hello, Update: Due to the popularity of our MSP Aluminum Hardpipes, we have had many requests for a more affordable version. During our datalogging, we have found that aircraft quality aluminum worked best for the MSP. However, prepping aluminum before bending and welding aluminum bring up...
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    Need Msp W/ Injen Intake For Testing In Northern California

    Hello, We're currently testing intakes for the MSP and need anyone that has an INJEN intake installed on their car. Please give us a call at 925-968-0193. We will probably need the car for atleast two days. Thanks, Hoover Turbohoses R&D
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