This post discusses the differences between 3-pin TGVs and 5-pin TGVs. What is a TGV? A TGV or Tumble Valve Generator is a piece of emissions equipment that reduces the air into the engine when only a small amount of air is required. It's located in between the heads and the upper intake manifold...
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This Dictates That - iWire Rules Of Thumb
In this blog post we break down our key rules to make sure your project will be a "great success!" For the following, with very few exceptions, you must follow the rule and not mix and match or else you'll run into trouble. Heads dictate ECU Type When picking...
Guide to Converting a V5/6 EJ205 to Work with a USDM EJ205 Platform
December 2024 Update: iWire is no longer offering harness merge services so we can focus on other parts of the business, including iDCCD, plug-and-play harnesses, and replacement electrical components. As part of this change, our technical support, wiring guidance, and troubleshooting assistance for harness merge projects will be very limited...
"Easy" Subaru Swap Engine Choices
If you go with a 2.0 WRX or STi swap, here is an excellent guide for the entire process with help from our friend Bucky Lasek! First, there are no truly easy Subaru swaps; every swap has challenges. A lot of work goes into any swap. There are wiring changes, mount...
Twin Turbo Engine Subaru Swap
December 2024 Update: iWire is no longer offering harness merge services so we can focus on other parts of the business, including iDCCD, plug-and-play harnesses, and replacement electrical components. As part of this change, our technical support, wiring guidance, and troubleshooting assistance for harness merge projects will be very limited...
Single AVCS vs Dual AVCS in your Subaru
Subaru vehicles have two types of AVCS (Active Valve Control System). Want to know what AVCS means? Check out this blog post. Subaru has two models of AVCS engines which we break down below. Single AVCS Also known as Intake AVCS, Single AVCS means the engine has AVCS on the two intake...
Which Subaru Engine Do I Have?
Which Subaru engine do I have? We know this seems like a silly question but a lot of engines are mislabeled and people sometimes purchase the incorrect engine for their project. We thought we would create a guide to distinguish which engines are which. Please note this is for EJ20...
My Subaru Engine Blew Up - What Should I Replace It With?
Check out our full video on how to do a long block swap and finding a compatible engine below: If you are looking to upgrade your car with an engine swap (IE RS to WRX), this is not the post you are looking for, but lucky for you, we...