Dec ’12 Featured Car: Dan Spielman ’s 2006 Nissan 350Z Twin Turbo

Dan Spielman – Team Hybrid SoCal Chapter

Specs:

Motor Build:

  • Cosworth 8:8.1 Pistons 95.75mm
  • TotalSeal Piston Rings
  • Carrillo H-Beam Rods
  • ARP Main Studs
  • ARP L19 Head Studs
  • Cosworth 96mm Head Gasket
  • ACL Bearings
  • RevUp Oil Pump
  • Fluidampr Harmonic Damper
  • Block inspected and cleaned
  • Block redecked
  • Block Bored and Honed using a Torque Plate
  • Rotating assembly balanced
  • Crank magnafluxed and the journals micro-polished
  • Heads disassembled
  • Valves Cut
  • Valve Seats cut
  • New Valve Guide Seals

Engine:

  • Aluminum Fan Shroud Kit – MMFS-350Z-03
  • Heat Protective Tape – MMGRT-235
  • GTM Twin Turbo Kit w/ Garett GT28RS Turbos
  • GTM 3″ Down Pipes
  • Cosworth Intake Manifold w/ CF Velocity Stacks
  • Haltech Engine Management System
  • Haltech Dual Wideband Controller
  • Haltech Boost Controller Solenoid
  • UpRev Osiris Reflash
  • Synapse Synchronic Blow-Off Valve
  • Tial 38mm Wastegates
  • Fast Intentions SS Intimidator Exhaust
  • Power Enterprise Large Capacity Oil Pan
  • Koyo 36mm Double Row Radiator
  • Nismo Thermostat
  • OS Giken Twin Plate Clutch
  • OS Giken SuperLock 1.5way LSD
  • Nismo SS Braided Clutch Line
  • ARC Radiator Cap
  • ARC Oil Cap
  • ARC Titanium Radiator Cover
  • ARC Catch Can v1
  • EVO-R Burnt Titanium Timing Cover

Fuel:

  • Cosworth Fuel Rail Kit **
  • CJMotorsports RFS Stage 0 (modified to work with the Cosworth Kit) **
  • Aeromotive 340lph stealth fuel pump **
  • DW 850cc injectors **

Suspension:

  • Endless 6pot BBK w/ Raw Aluminite Finish & Old School Font Type
  • Zeal FunctionXS Coilovers custom valved for 12k/10k
  • 19″ Volk Racing TE37s in Orange
  • BFGoodrich g-Force KDW2 Tires (275×35 / 295×35)
  • ARC Titanium Strut Bar
  • Cusco Sway Bars
  • SPL Rear Camber Links
  • SPL Rear Toe Links
  • SPL Rear Traction Links
  • SPL Eccentric Lock Out Kit
  • SPL Front Sway Bar Endlinks
  • SPL Rear Sway Bar Endlinks
  • SPL Sold Differential Bushings

Exterior:

  • BMW Frozen Grey Paint Job
  • ings+1 N-Spec Body Kit
  • ings+1 CF Hight Mount GT Wing
  • CraftSquare TC-R Carbon Fiber Mirrors
  • Asuka Type 3 Double Sided CF Hood
  • Asuka Double Hump CF Roof

Interior:

  • Custom 4 Point Roll Cage
  • Bride ZETA III Type-XL Bucket Seat
  • Schroth Profi III 5-Point Racing Harness
  • Team Orange Personal Steering Wheel
  • Team Orange Works Bell RAPFIX2
  • Works Bell Short Hub
  • DEFI Boost Gauge
  • DEFI Oil Pressure Gauge
  • DEFI Water Temp Gauge
  • DEFI Control Unit II
  • Injected Performance Dual Wideband Gauge
  • Nismo 380RS Pedal
  • Nismo GT Titanium Shift Knob
  • Nismo Floor Mats
  • EVO-R Carbon Fiber Dash Trim
  • Pioneer AVIC-D3 Head Unit

May 17+ years of Team Hybrid’s Tradition- Philosophy-Innovation-Management-Quality continue making import history…

some images courtesy of Night Import

March 2015 Featured Model: Courtney Day

Our March 2015 Model of the Month is Courtney Day.

Courtney Day (34C/25/35), a Caucasian beauty born and raised in San Diego, California is a Hybrid Hunnyz whom we discovered first over a decade ago with the help of our retired member Tom Ngo who built the infamous / published with many covers as well as features / award winning Rx-7 and owner of the Hook Up Shop She made Import Tuner 10th Year Anniversary Issue (December 2008, pg. 085) in the feature article titled, “The Decade Revisited.

Our Ten Hottest Models and The Most Significant Landmarks.”

Can you believe our team is also older than Import Tuner which released its first issue in 1998?

Believe it or not, Courtney Day is 1 out of the 10 models Import Tuner believes is hottest of the decade?

We sure have that midas touch for discovering and/or working with the hottest, sexiest, most well-know and beautiful import models for over the last decade and a half.

A quote from Import Tuner Magazine from Courtney Day

“I definitely have to give props to Tom Ngo from HookUpShop.com and my boyfriend for getting me into this. Without them I don’t think any of this would be happening… Also big props to James and all of Team Hybrid…”

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May 20+ years of Team Hybrid’s Tradition- Philosophy-Innovation-Management-Quality continue making import history…

http://www.importtuner.com/models/archives/0306_cover_model_Courtney_day/

Team Hybrid – Motor Trend International Auto Show – Las Vegas – 11/23-25/2012

 
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As most of you know from the private forums, Motor Trend Auto Shows, LLC has asked our Team (invite only & another great opportunity provided by Hybrid managment) to participate with a display to showcase our best import vehicles during this 3 day auto show located at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. There will be beautiful Hybrid Quality, award winning and/or published Hybrid cars on display.

This will be the 4th consecutive year Team Hybrid has been invited back for this exclusive-invite only opportunity. We will be the only import team showcased once again.

MOTOR TREND INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW – LAS VEGAS
November 23-25, 2012

Continue reading “Team Hybrid – Motor Trend International Auto Show – Las Vegas – 11/23-25/2012”

Hot 4s “COVER” June 2012 Issue – WRX Wagon

Congratulations to LV Chapter’s Tom Milroy’s WRX Wagon for being selected and published in a 5 page full feature in Hot 4s Magazine “COVER” June 2012, issue #221, pgs. 088-092. Lastly, this also makes it a total of 6 Team Hybrid Covers this year and with more to come!

Continue reading “Hot 4s “COVER” June 2012 Issue – WRX Wagon”

www.knfilters.com – E36

Congratulations to my BMW E36 for being featured on K&N’s latest news section on their website.

K&N news title, “Fully Custom BMW 328IS E36 Owned by Team Hybrid President James Lin Blends Style and Performance.”

http://www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=4214

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As one of the most reoccurring vehicles on Car and Driver’s annual “Ten Best” list, the BMW 3 series is a true ultimate driving machine balancing both performance and style. There is one 1996 BMW 328IS on the road today showing how this sweet combination dubbed “streetability,” creates a perfectly harmonious blend capturing the complete identity of Team Hybrid founder James Lin. Hailing from Hsin-Chu City in Taiwan and based in Oxnard, California, James Lin is a major player in the automotive world. Lin’s E36 has been spotted and honored at these recent events:

  • 3rd Place BMW and StopTech car for 2012 Motion Auto Show
  • 3rd Place Euro/Other and NOS Energy Drink car at Import Showoff-Nisei
  • K&N car at Formula D, Irwindale race event

Recently, K&N was able to catch up with Lin to talk about his E36 and how he was inspired to build such completely custom ride.

What inspired you to have a passion for modifying cars?
“Founding team Hybrid and Hybrid Hunnyz in January of 1995… dominating year after year… and reaching many of our team’s milestones.”

What drew you to this specific model?
“The DTM styling and the classic [look of the] BMW E36.”

When asked further about the uniqueness of his E36, Lin shared how it served as the test vehicle for the Tokico Illumina 5-Way adjustable shocks as well as how the car sports a motorized audio setup allowing the 4 SONY amps in the trunk to be raised with all the other electronic features loaded into this BMW. James also installed a K&N high performance intake kit among the other performance upgrades in the E36’s engine bay. A full catalog of all James’ mods is been listed:

Completely Custom BMW 328IS E36

Exterior:
Rieger GTR-1 Body Kit in Artic Silver
Rieger GTR-1 Roof Spoiler in Artic Silver
M3 Sport Package in Artic Silver
M3 Side Moldings in Artic Silver
BBR Carbon Fiber Lip
European-Spec Headlight w/ Angel Eyes
European-Spec Taillight
European-Spec Side Markers in Artic Silver
European-Spec Eyebrows in Artic Silver
HID 5000K Head Lights
HID 5000K Fog Lights
B1 Hybrid Corner Bulbs
Dual Way M3 Heated Side Mirrors in Artic Silver
Wraptivo Carbon Fiber Decals
Glossy White Decals by Graphic Impact

BMW 328IS E36 Engine Upgrades

Engine:
Racing Dynamic Carbon Fiber Valve Cover
Racing Dynamic Polished Strut Bar
BMW Grade Wrapped Carbon Fiber Radiator Cover
BMW Grade Wrapped Carbon Fiber Fuse Box
K&N Intake System w/ Carbon Fiber Filter
European M3 Polished Oil Cap
Mishimoto Aluminum Radiator
Mishimoto Carbon Valve Cap
Mishimoto Radiator Hoses
HKS Klasse Exhaust System
AMSOIL 10W-40 Premium Protection Oil
AMSOIL Differential: Severe Gear 75W-90
AMSOIL Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube
Clutch Masters 03041-HD00 FX100 Stage 1 Clutch Kit

James Lin’s BMW E36 328IS Sports Custom Wheels and Tires

Wheels & Tires & Suspension:
Dresmann 3 Piece Rim
Front: 19 X 8.5
Rear: 19 X 8.5
BF Goodrich G-Force T/A KDW
Front: 215/35/ZR19
Rear: 215/35/ZR19

Brakes & Suspension:
StopTech Trophy Street BBK: 4 Piston Front (One-off KIT and only set in the world)
StopTech Trophy Street BBK: 2 Piston Rear (One-off KIT and only set in the world)
StopTech Drilled 2-Piece AeroRotors (F & R)
StopTech Stainless Steel Brake Lines
StopTech High Performance Brake Pads (F & R)
AMSOIL Dot 4 Brake Fluid
Tokico Illumina 5-Way Adjustable Shocks/Springs Suspension Kit
Energy Suspension Bushings

BMW E36 328IS Custom Interior Design

Interior:
Sparco Piuma Steering Wheel
Sparco Piuma Shift Knob
Sparco Piuma Pedal Set for Manual Transmission
Sparco Torino 2 w/ 3PT Sparco Double System Harness
Sparco Track Set Sliders
Sparco Seat Brackets
NRG Short Hub
NRG 3.0 Quick Release
Torasport Brushed Aluminum Dash Kit
Carbon Fiber Shift Boot
Carbon Fiber E-Brake Boot
Carbon Fiber Arm Rest
Carbon Fiber E-Brake
Suede Front Door & Rear Panel Inserts by Art’s Customs
BMW Grade Wrapped Carbon Fiber Handles
Embroidered “Team Hybrid” Floor Mats
Relocated Climate Control
Relocated 18-Botton On-Board Computer
LED Ultra White Interior Lights

Team Hybrid Custom Audio/Video for BMW 328IS E36

Audio & Visual:
Sony XNV-770BT Double Din 7″ w/ Touch Screen, Navigation, DVD & Bluetooth w/ Remote
Sony XS-GTR1720S (2) Xplod GTR Series 2 – Way Speakers
Sony XS-GTX1641 (1) Xplod GTX Series 4-Way Speakers
Sony XS-GTR100L (2) Xplod™ 10″ 4-ohm Component Subwoofer
Sony XM-4S (2) Slim Series 4/3 Channel Amplifier
Sony XM-15 (2) Slim Series Class D Mono Amplifier
Sony XVM-B62 (4) Flush Mount 6.25″ LCD Monitor
Sony XA-R800C (1) Rear View Camera
Sony NSZ-GT1 (1) Internet/Powered by Google TV/Apps/Blu-ray Disc Player
Savv LBM – S5000 – Security Rear View Mirror Monitor w/ Remote
Custom 7″ Double Din Dash
Custom Rear Interior Flush Mount 6.25″ LCD Monitor into the Ash Tray Compartment
Custom Motorization for Sony AMPS (4pcs)
Custom Motorization for Sony Internet/Powered by Google TV/Apps/Blu-ray Disc Player
Stinger TRUE-SPEC Tinned Oxygen-Free Copper Line Wires and Cables
Stinger Power Supply
Stinger Power Converter
NRG Chrome/Silver Aluminum Washers and 10mm Bolts
Optima Deep Cycle Yellow Top Battery
LED Ultra White Lights
Clifford Keyless Remote Entry & Alarm System
E36 is also Wi-Fi Ready
Customized and Fabricated in Fiberglass Trunk & Trunk Lid Painted in Artic Silver/ Suede / Wraptivo Carbon Fiber Wrap Multimedia Audio and Video System by Al & Ed’s Autosound

James founded Team Hybrid, a world leading automotive racing, street and show team in 1995. With his team, he has been dedicated to promoting and building a proud member base as well as founding the Hybrid Hunnyz models. K&N supports Team Hybrid and James’s motto, “May our 17+ years of legendary tradition, philosophy, quality, innovation and management continue making import history…” K&N has been manufacturing aftermarket performance products for over 40 years and understands the importance of quality in performance. K&N high flow air filters and intake systems offer increased power as well as excellent engine protection, which for vehicles like Lin’s E36 is crucial.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Nov ’12 Featured Model: Lana Lopez

Our November model of the month is Hybrid Hunnyz, Lana Lopez.

She is a tiny (5’1″), but busty and shapely brunette who was born on March 15, 1982 in Santa Monica, California and grew up in Pasadena.

Lana’s of mixed Thai, Irish, and Mexican descent. She started modeling at age 18 and in April 2007 became our HybridHunnyz.com Car & Model, following here career, she went on to grace the cover of the June, 2010 issue of “Import Tuner” and has been featured on the cover of “Girls of Lowrider” magazine.

Moreover, Lana has also modeled for “Penthouse” (she was the “Penthouse” Babe of the Day for November 5, 2009) and worked as a go-go dancer in various clubs.

Lana not only enjoys reading, but also writes poetry and lyrics in her spare time. Lopez currently resides in Los Angeles, California

May 17+ years of Team Hybrid’s Tradition- Philosophy-Innovation-Management-Quality continue making import history…

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