The BMW S54 won the “International Engine of the Year” award at its inception in 2001 and was consistently on “Ward’s 10 Best Engines” list for four years. It’s hard to argue against the E46, an 8,000 rpm, 3.2L straight-6 producing over 330 hp and 260 ft-lb of torque, with a competent chassis, an exhaust note that straightens the neck hair of all within earshot, and a body styling that is unmatched in uniqueness. Although my opinion is slightly … Continue Reading ››
The project is complete! We are very pleased with the outcome, and we expect a ton of positive feedback on this product. In fact, three or four of our employees have already reserved units for their personal vehicles. Speaking of … I should pick up one for my NB Miata!
The production quality catch can is now prepared for your viewing pleasure. Check it out below, starting … Continue Reading ››
The CNC-machined components keep rolling in! Our last prototype has been constructed and is now ready for our final evaluation before beginning mass production of these units. This prototype is a raw aluminum version; our final version will feature a black anodized finish.
The first completed component is the base/can portion of the product. This is a CNC-machined piece with internal threading on the upper portion, a port … Continue Reading ››
Time to fabricate/prototype our awesome catch can design! We would be using our in-house fabrication equipment and our 3D printer to develop a plastic and metal prototype.
Prototype Fabrication
We began by fabricating the base of the can from aluminum. Dan set to work cutting, welding, and polishing the base you see below.
… Continue Reading ››
Initial 3D rendering of Mishimoto Compact Baffled Oil Catch Can
So we asked ourselves, what makes a catch can appealing to the masses? In a market swamped with extremely low-priced options, a new product could easily get lost in the mix of products already available. Our team began sifting through forums and asking our contacts at local shops to see … Continue Reading ››
An inside look at the engineering of Mishimoto products.
The project is complete! We are very pleased with the outcome, and we expect a ton of positive feedback on this product. In fact, three or four of our employees have already reserved units for their personal vehicles. Speaking of … I should pick up one for my NB Miata!
The production quality catch can is now prepared for your viewing pleasure. Check it out below, starting … Continue Reading ›› 
The CNC-machined components keep rolling in! Our last prototype has been constructed and is now ready for our final evaluation before beginning mass production of these units. This prototype is a raw aluminum version; our final version will feature a black anodized finish.
The first completed component is the base/can portion of the product. This is a CNC-machined piece with internal threading on the upper portion, a port … Continue Reading ›› 
Time to fabricate/prototype our awesome catch can design! We would be using our in-house fabrication equipment and our 3D printer to develop a plastic and metal prototype.
Prototype Fabrication
We began by fabricating the base of the can from aluminum. Dan set to work cutting, welding, and polishing the base you see below.
… Continue Reading ›› 
