This past winter, our beloved Honda NSX, affectionately known as Tsuki, underwent a serious transformation. Remember, this is the same Tsuki that won the Pro Class of Time Attack in 2023! We weren’t about to rest on our laurels; this was a full-on performance and aesthetic upgrade designed to push Tsuki’s limits even further and turn heads wherever we go.
A Sharper Silhouette: Route KS Body Kit and New Livery
First things first, we treated Tsuki to a brand new outfit. The sleek and aggressive Route KS wide body kit completely revamped the car’s exterior. It also meant that we could now fit an 11J WedsSport TC-105X with a 305 wide slick tyre on the rear axle with ease to provide even more grip.
We also gave Tsuki a stunning new livery that was designed in-house here at Tegiwa. This perfectly complements the sharper lines of the body kit and definitely gives her a new wow-factor.
Breathing Fire: New Garrett G35-900 Turbo
In the boot (or trunk if you’re American), things got even more exciting. We swapped out the Garrett G30-770 turbo for an even bigger G35-900. Although it’s a bigger turbo, we only lost 400rpm off the bottom of the torque curve which shouldn’t impact us at all due to our Holinger gearbox having close ratios to help us stay on boost.
Heat Management Made Easy: Funk Motorsport Manifold Blanket
To ensure optimal performance and prevent heat soak, we teamed up with the guys and girls at Funk Motorsport. They kindly provided us with a custom exhaust manifold blanket to help keep temperatures down. This high-quality blanket helps retain heat in the exhaust manifold, leading to improved turbo spool and overall engine efficiency, whilst also preserving other vital components located around it.
Taking Control: Ohlins Suspension
For superior handling and control, we replaced the Nitron suspension with a top-of-the-line Ohlins coilover setup. The Ohlins TTX40 MKII setup is fully independent 4-way adjustable suspension kit which is paired with Eibach race spring’s manufactured to our specification. Ohlins are renowned for their precision and adjustability, allowing us to fine-tune Tsuki’s suspension for any track.
With the new setup installed, we took Tsuki to Multimatic for development on their shaker rig. We could then put the NSX through various scenarios and gain plenty of data. An interesting fact that we discovered was that Tsuki is now 12.18 times more uncomfortable than a 1998 Mercedes S class!
Pace Products Dry Sump
The next major upgrade that we carried out was to the oil system. We installed a Pace Products Dry Sump Oil kit. A dry sump pump system facilitates the cleaner and more efficient circulation of oil within an engine and helps it perform efficiently even under the most extreme corners. With the sump installed, the K22 got a refresh and service courtesy of our engine builder and tuner, Bourne HPP.
Torco Partnership
Finally, we are thrilled to announce our official partnership with Torco, a leading manufacturer of high-performance lubricants. Torco’s oils will keep Tsuki running smoothly and efficiently, ensuring we can continue to push its limits on the track.
Tsuki’s winter makeover is more than just a collection of upgrades; it’s a testament to our dedication to continuous improvement. We’re building on the legacy of our 2023 Pro Class win and hoping to create a machine that can put up a fight with the best of them. We can’t wait to share Tsuki’s journey with you this season. Stay tuned for more updates as the season gets underway at Anglesey in a weeks times!
Finally, a massive shout out to all our sponsors and partners who we are working with this year:
- Bourne HPP
- Ohlins
- Mick Gardner Racing
- Yellow Speed Racing
- WedsSport
- Funk Motorsport
- Garrett
- Torco
- Coilovers.co.uk
- Alloy Wheel Shop
