160: Next-Level Toyota Builds with Ryan Tuerck – ST205 Celica

We all fantasise about dream car builds, whether they’re elaborate masterpieces never done before or something stock standard we’ve seen a hundred times. Some people just have a knack for making things cool, and Ryan Tuerck from 411 Works is firmly in that category, with what might be the coolest collection of Toyota performance builds out there. We had to get Ryan back for a second episode to unpack his latest creation—an insane ST205 Toyota Celica—and to find out more about his new business, 411 Works. 👉 Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: In this episode of Tuned In , we catch up with Ryan and see how things have been going in the Formula Drift world. We discuss the decision to move to a different engine combination in the search for more power, and how it hasn’t come without its challenges. We dive into Ryan’s most recent build, his insanely cool Toyota Celica. We discuss the modernised running gear and the decision to go down in capacity from the original 2.0L 3S-GTE to Toyota’s new and popular G16E three-cylinder direct-injected engine. We also cover his anti-lag setup, ECU and electronics, plans for racing and driving the car, and how he comes up with these epic build ideas in the first place. We then get into Ryan’s other big project at the moment, 411 Works. Through this new business, he’s begun supplying performance parts all around the world. We chat about the products they’re making and how they’re continuing to grow and develop exciting new parts. This is another standout episode with Ryan. From a long and successful Formula Drift career to next-level builds and a growing business—if Ryan Tuerck is involved, it’s always worth a look. 👉 Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: Follow Ryan Here: Instagram: RyanTuerck & 411Works Facebook: RyanTuerck Youtube: RyanTuerck WWW: 411-works.com John Reed episode: Judd V10 Supra | Tuning Ryan Tuerck's A90 Timestamps: 0:00 Next-Level Toyota Builds with Ryan Tuerck – ST205 Celica 3:59 Give us the quick version of who Ryan Tuerck is. 5:37 Why do you think Toyota is still making cool cars? 8:09 How did you first get aligned with Toyota? 10:59 Why did you change from a 4 to a 6 cylinder? 12:43 Can you tell us why the trailing arm setup is so good? 13:23 How much HP do you need in formula drift? 17:48 Are you still passionate about formula drift? 20:29 How do you come up with these epic build ideas? 22:10 Was the ST205 Celica sold in the USA? 26:44 What’s the cross over between drifting and rally? 28:58 Why didn’t you stick with the 3SGTE? 34:18 What is the drive train you’re running? 36:51 Tell us about the front and rear torque split 38:05 How much seat time have you had in this car? 39:32 How was the ice racing? 42:51 What cars are you racing at the ice race? 43:39 What electronics are you using to run the Celica? 44:24 Any challenges with this project? 46:52 Are you running fresh air anti-lag? 50:18 What sort of budget was this car built on? 52:50 What’s the Celica going to be used for? 56:09 411 Works, what is it? 1:02:52 How do you come up with products to develop? 1:12:11 What other products are you looking to make? 1:14:23 How are you marketing 411 Works? 1:17:10 What's the next project car build? 1:22:30 Final 3 questions

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160: Next-Level Toyota Builds with Ryan Tuerck – ST205 Celica is an episode from Tuned In by High Performance Academy.

This episode is 89:53 long.

This episode was published on Apr 22, 2026.

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