Tomioka Racing Blog: Turbo & Tuning Guides

Explore the BMC air filters in Tomioka Racing GR86, BRZ and FR-S turbo kits, their documented motorsport history, and practical filtration and care details.

Understand turbo pre-lubrication, oil supply checks and first-start preparation before installing a new performance turbocharger.

Explore ethanol fuel, flex fuel tuning and supporting hardware for turbo builds. Compare fuel costs per mile and plan fueling with your tuner.

Explore the TR S55 twin turbo kit for F80 M3, F82/F83 M4 and F87 M2 Competition or M2 CS, with fitment and supporting modification guidance.

Explore Tomioka Racing lightweight battery and CTEK charger bundles for project cars, track cars and vehicles stored between drives.

Learn how battery maintenance and a compatible CTEK charger can support a Tomioka Racing battery in a project car or occasionally driven vehicle.

Learn the role of a boost control solenoid in a Subaru WRX or STI build, plus installation and calibration considerations before upgrading.

Plan an FA20 BRZ, Scion FR-S or Toyota 86 turbo kit installation, including hardware, oil routing and professional tuning requirements.

Explore the TR oil cooler kit for the 2022+ Subaru WRX VB, its thermostatic control, installation considerations and oil temperature management.

Compare Tomioka Racing turbo upgrade options for the Volkswagen MK7 GTI and Golf R, with supporting hardware and tuning considerations.

Learn what dual ceramic ball bearings do in a turbocharger, how the bearing system works and what to consider when selecting a turbo upgrade.

Match a turbocharger to your vehicle, power goal, fuel, response needs, supporting hardware and tuning plan before choosing an upgrade.