Whistle While You Work: OCD Works T51R Turbo Modification

Written by PJ Pitcher on December 15, 2016. Posted in Turbology

When we talk about ‘style’ in drifting, some of the first things that come to mind are of course the aesthetics of the car, and also the driver’s particular way of sliding it. Be it an eye-catching livery or big, smoky angle, cool points matter, especially since drifting is not about who crosses the finish line first. That being said, sound is an equally important sensory factor in drifting, because all those cool graphics and vaporized tires need a soundtrack to bring them to life.

If you are anything like us, and chances are good that you are, since you are reading this, smashing the limiter, chattering turbos and howling V8s hold some of the greatest appeal in drifting. That brings us to Scott Onishi, owner of OCD Works, and his now-infamous T51R turbo modification. OK DL, maybe I am a bit new to the game, but WTF is a T51R, first of all? The T51R Kai and SPL were large-frame turbos assembled by famed tuner HKS.

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Unfairlady: Chris Forsbergs RB25 280Z Street Car

Written by Turbology on November 20, 2016. Posted in Turbology

As originally featured on DriftLifeMagazine.com, November 5, 2016

While car culture is a long-enduring constant created and fueled by enthusiasts, the themes to define it at any given instant change with the times. Circumstances dictate trends, so it is important as true car guys to remember that fashion and style are two different things. A perpetual benchmark of any ‘cool’ build, however, is attention to detail. Regardless of the particular genre or scene, genuine gearheads can collectively respect and appreciate the considerable time and effort it takes to intimately personalize our cars.

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