Kenji Tanaka
SEMA Certified Automotive Specialist, Contributing Writer for Super Street Magazine
Kenji Tanaka is an automotive journalist and JDM enthusiast who has been importing, building, and writing about Japanese performance cars for over a decade. He has personally owned 14 JDM vehicles including an R32 GT-R, FD RX-7, and SW20 MR2 Turbo. Kenji splits his time between track days, garage builds, and translating Japanese tuning knowledge for the English-speaking community.
Articles by Kenji Tanaka
Subaru WRX STI GDB (2001-2007) - Complete Maintenance Schedule
Complete maintenance schedule for the Subaru WRX STI GDB (2001-2007). Includes service intervals from 3k to 90k miles, costs, difficulty ratings, parts lists, and common issues like ringland failure and turbo problems specific to EJ207/EJ257 engines.
Subaru WRX STI GDB (2001-2007) - Complete Technical Specifications
Complete technical specifications for the Subaru WRX STI GDB (2001-2007). Engine specs, drivetrain, chassis, dimensions, performance data, and capacities for both JDM EJ207 and USDM EJ257 variants.
Nissan 240SX S13/S14 (1989-1998) - Complete Maintenance Schedule
Complete maintenance schedule for the Nissan 240SX S13/S14 (1989-1998), covering both KA24DE and SR20DET configurations. Includes drift-specific intervals for differential fluid (every 7.5k-15k miles), suspension bushing inspections, timing chain tensioner maintenance, and common issues like rear...
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV-VI (1996-2001) - Complete Specifications
Complete technical specifications for the legendary Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IV-VI (1996-2001). Engine, drivetrain, chassis, dimensions, performance.
R34 GT-R Suspension Upgrade: Ohlins Road & Track Coilover Install
Complete Ohlins Road & Track coilover installation guide for R34 GT-R. Professional-grade setup with corner balancing, damping tuning, and alignment specs for street and track use.
Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 Complete Maintenance Schedule (1989-1994)
Comprehensive Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 (BNR32) maintenance schedule covering all service intervals from 3,000 to 90,000 miles. Includes RB26DETT timing belt service, ATTESA AWD fluid changes, ceramic turbo maintenance, DIY difficulty ratings, cost estimates, and common issues specific to the 1989-...
Supra MK4 Single Turbo Conversion: Complete 2JZ-GTE Build Guide
Complete guide to converting your Supra MK4 (2JZ-GTE) from factory twin turbos to a high-performance single turbo setup. 24-step installation, parts list, tuning requirements, and dyno-proven results for 700-900+ hp.
Understanding Kei Cars and Kei Trucks: Japan''s Micro Vehicle Revolution
A comprehensive introduction to Japanese kei cars and kei trucks, covering regulations, popular models, pricing, legal status, and practical applications.
Honda NSX NA1/NA2 Maintenance Schedule (1990-2005)
Complete Honda NSX maintenance schedule for NA1 (1990-1997) and NA2 (1997-2005) models. Includes timing belt service, valve adjustments, costs, and common issues specific to the mid-engine V6 VTEC exotic.
Honda NSX NA1/NA2 Complete Specifications (1990-2005)
Complete technical specifications for the Honda NSX NA1 (1990-1997) and NA2 (1997-2005). Engine specs, performance data, dimensions, weights, drivetrain details, and variant comparisons.
Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 Complete Specifications (1989-1994)
The Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 (BNR32) revolutionized performance engineering with the RB26DETT twin-turbo I6 and ATTESA AWD.
Nissan 240SX S13/S14 (1989-1998) - Complete Specifications
Complete technical specifications for the legendary Nissan 240SX S13/S14 (1989-1998). Engine, drivetrain, suspension, dimensions, performance, and swap potential for drift builds.