Austin from Relax NorCal shot this awesome video of our 510- check it out:
Showcasing the obscure, exotic, forgotten, or otherwise unique in the automotive world.
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Monday, August 21, 2017
Shenanigans - Sunset Idaho Car & Truck Show
We rolled up to Nampa Idaho this weekend for the Shenanigans Car & Truck Show, hosted by Sunset's Idaho chapter.
The first thing I noticed rolling into the show was that there were a BUNCH of Datsuns on display! I had a chance to talk to most of the owners, and apparently there are usually even more old school minitrucks at these local shows!
The first thing I noticed rolling into the show was that there were a BUNCH of Datsuns on display! I had a chance to talk to most of the owners, and apparently there are usually even more old school minitrucks at these local shows!
This one definitely caught my eye, sitting on the ground, tucking a set of 6-lug racing wheels, and sporting a CA18DET. Looks like a lot of fun!
This 620 was very nicely built as well.
Chopped top, body dropped, tilt bed... lots of mods on this 620.
It wasn't all Datsuns, though. There were plenty of other minis in attendance, some cars, and several full size trucks as well.
A lot of work went into this clean 1st-gen S10.
While we were in Idaho for the show, we had a chance to hang out with some of the local Severed Ties chapter, too. They had a few of their vehicles on display:
Here's a quick video walkthrough of the show:
They've already announced that next year's show will be on August 19th - hope to see you there!
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
Lamborghini Gallardo and Audi R8 Air Ride Kits - FINALLY!
Well, guys, the wait is over- Air Lift Performance just dropped their front and rear air strut kits for the R8 and Gallardo platform!
So, let's form an orderly line - no pushing! - and I'll take your cars one at a time to get them sitting properly low.
Seriously, though, if someone local wants to put their R8 or Gallardo on air, hit me up - I'd love to give you a SMOKING deal on a complete package with installation.
Check out the strut kits here:
And check out our complete air suspension kits here:
These struts are pretty badass- remote reservoirs, adjusable damping, threaded bodies, and they come with new sway bar end links, hardware, and everything else you'll need for a proper OEM-level installation.
AND, Air Lift also has height sensor brackets to make installing the 3H or eLevel height sensors a BOLT-ON - that should save a TON of time and hassle.
So really, there's no excuse to leave your Audi or Lambo stock!
Monday, July 17, 2017
Scrape & Scare 2017 - Registration Open Now!
We're proud to be one of the hosts of this year's Scrape and Scare Car and Truck Show!
This is one of Northern California's best shows- the venue is rad for both the show and the after-show activities, the food is excellent, and it's family-friendly for people wanting to bring their kids along.
Oh yeah- and there's a BURNOUT CONTEST!!
If you'd like to join in the fun, click the link below to get registered:
Hope to see you there!
Monday, July 3, 2017
Air Management Kits Explained
There is a LOT of information floating around the Internet when it comes to air suspension, and it can be hard to wade through all of it to figure out what's true, what's false, and what actually applies to your own project!
This post is intended to explain the differences in our Twisted Images Air Management Systems so you can make an educated decision as to what matches your desires and budget.
Your actual air bags or struts will stay the same regardless of which system you choose, so the only difference between the various Stages is your controls and air storage options.
If you only care about lifting your vehicle to drive and airing out when you park, our Stage 1 is an excellent solution that won't break the bank. The heart of this system is the 4-path control panel, which gives you simple control over each corner of the vehicle individually through the use of manual "paddle" valves. The panel also contains a pair of dual needle pressure gauges, so dialing in your individual airbag pressures is a breeze. This system utilizes 1/4" lines, which are easier to route around your car or truck than larger 3/8" air lines.
The manual control panel mounts everything on a brushed stainless steel panel.
These paddle valves are designed for the semi-truck industry, so they can handle thousands and thousands of cycles- there are people still running these from the 1990s! And as an added bonus, if you lose tank pressure for any reason these will keep the air pressure inside your airbags. Most electric valve systems will bleed the air out of the bags back into the tank.
Our Stage 1 Kit comes with an aluminum air tank, Viair 480C air compressor, 100 feet of DOT-approved air line with a fitting set, the 4-path control panel, and all of the wiring you'll need to get up and running. Just add your vehicle's specific air bags or struts and you're all set!
If the stainless steel panel from our Stage 1 system just won't fit in your vehicle's interior, here's a more compact option that still won't break the bank. Utilizing an Accuair 4-path electric valve manifold and an AVS handheld controller with 7 switches, the Stage 2 kit is easy to hide, easy to install, and really easy to use.
The AVS controller has 7 switches- four of them control each corner of your ride up/down, and are located at each corner of the controller to make it simple to use. Between each of the front or rear switches is another switch that controls both front or both rear bags, so you can lift or drop an axle with a single switch. Finally, the center switch allows you to lift or drop all four airbags at once- pull up to the show, hit that center switch, and your car (along with the jaws of anyone watching) drops to the ground.
The 7 switch box fits in the palm of your hand, and it's easy to hide when not in use.
The Accuair VU4 valve has two lines coming in from the air tank and four outputs to your air bags, with a single electrical plug to connect to the switch box- that's about as simple as it gets! It has all of the 3/8" fitting connections pre-installed, too- just cut your air lines to the correct size and plug them in. We include all of the wiring harnesses to make the electrical connections as clean and simple as possible.
This Stage 2 Kit includes the same aluminum air tank and Viair 480C as the Stage 1, but includes 3/8" air line and DOT-approved fittings to connect everything.
Our Stage 1 and 2 Systems work great, but both of them require you to set your ride height manually every time you lift the car to drive. While you can absolutely get used to that process with practice, wouldn't it be nice to just touch a single button and have your car or truck lift automatically to a pre-set height? That's where our Stage 3 systems come into play!
The air tank and compressor are carried over from the other kits, along with the 3/8" air line, fittings, and wiring. But the manual controls get ditched in favor of a much fancier handheld controller, which contains both manual controls and those magic preset buttons!
We offer digital height control systems from Accuair and Air Lift Performance, and both have some unique features that may make one better for your personal tastes than the other. We actually have another blog post dedicated just to the differences between these two kits- you can check that out here: http://www.twistedimages.com/Ride-Height-Control-Systems--Which-One-is-Best_b_3.html . But no matter which of the options you choose, a Stage 3 system will make your life on air as luxurious as it can possibly be!
Accuair and Air Lift Performance both have unique features built into their control systems.
I hope this article helped you choose the right air management package for your project, but if you still have questions we're always available to answer them for you! Visit www.twistedimages.com for product information and ways to contact us!
Monday, June 26, 2017
Wekfest is one of the premier import shows in the world, and they consider the San Jose stop on their tour to be the "Super Bowl" of their shows. With over 400 cars packed into the San Jose Convention Center, less than half of the cars that apply for entry make it into the show.
Michael Porturas rolled all the way down from Oregon to show this SR20DET-swapped, bagged 620. He took the "Top Datsun" honors at the show!
Everyone with an Internet connection knows Carlos already- it was rad seeing the truck rolling on the SSR Interceptors again.
We were fortunate enough to be accepted, so on Saturday we loaded up the Datsun behind the trusty Roadmaster and hit the road.
Indoor shows require more organization and a lot more volunteer help, so it was awesome to see the Wekfest crew keeping everything moving smoothly to get us rolled in and parked.
After getting set up, it was on to detailing the car. Yeah, yeah- I KNOW the paint is ruined! But that just means the wheels, engine bay, and interior need to look their best to offset the "patina"!
We were set up at the end of an aisle, which provided lots of room for photos. With the car prepped for the show, it was time to wander around and see the rest of the cars.
These photos are just a small sample of the amazing cars and trucks from the event- EVERYTHING I saw was top-notch and absolutely deserved their spot in the show.
These photos are just a small sample of the amazing cars and trucks from the event- EVERYTHING I saw was top-notch and absolutely deserved their spot in the show.
Josh's Lexus looked great.
These guys rolled in on some sweet 3-spoke wheels, then swapped over to these even-sweeter turbofans!
The amount of copper on this car was incredible- I can't imagine trying to photograph it in the sun!
Clear hood - I want one for the Datsun!!
Riley's old Mercedes was at the show.
Mk1 Caddy - I'm making plans...
There were three other Datsuns at the show:
Michael Porturas rolled all the way down from Oregon to show this SR20DET-swapped, bagged 620. He took the "Top Datsun" honors at the show!
Everyone with an Internet connection knows Carlos already- it was rad seeing the truck rolling on the SSR Interceptors again.
The only other 510 in attendance was this beautifully-finished BRE tribute car.
John's "Annie the Bug" has such a great look- it was awesome to meet him in person!
This '63 Bug oozed "Cal Look" - proper stance, safari windshield, right hand drive... I love it!
As the show finished up and awards were announced, I couldn't believe my ears when our 510 took "Top Import of the Festival"! It was a huge honor to be recognized among this group of top-notch vehicles.
With another show finished, we loaded up the car and headed back to Sacramento - can't wait to do it again!
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Wekfest San Jose - June 25th!
If you're in the Northern California area, this is one show you shouldn't miss!
June 25th at the San Jose Convention Center
We'll be out there with the Datsun - hope to see you there, too!
We'll be out there with the Datsun - hope to see you there, too!
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