Sonic On Building $100,000 Honda Civics, Racing in Connecticut, and Breaking All Motor Honda Records

In today’s episode, we sit down with Bimmer PR who builds Puerto Rico's fastest BMWs. We discuss the drawbacks of BMW V8 engines, the costs involved in building a B58 engine, and share expert tips for pushing these machines to their limits. Whether you're a die hard BMW fan or simply curious about the latest innovations in the BMW platform, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration for you! @bimmerpr5139  Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bimmerpr**Elite Tuner Car Show Tickets: https://tickets.thefoat.com/EliteTuner/Autotopia++Puerto+Rico/tickets/id-poMtMD7zWuHV/Street Alpha Merch: https://streetalpha.co/00:00 Intro03:14 Puerto Rican Car Culture05:01 The Price Of Cars In Puerto Rico07:25 Jenners Automotive Background08:35 Improper Automotive Business Management11:00 Working With People In The Automotive Business12:26 Dealing With BMW Customers14:57 Why Jenners Chose To Work With BMW16:14 What Model BMW Jenners Started With18:16 The Worst BMW Engein Of All Time20:01 BMW Oil Change Intervals21:51 Why BMW Does 6,000 Mile Oil Change Intervals24:03 Blackstone Oil Testing25:02 The BMW S65 and S8526:17 How The B58 Changed The Game For BMW29:31 How The Supra Made The B58 More Popular30:06 A90 Supra Vs BMW M Owners32:26 A90 Supra Culture33:35 Test and Tune In Puerto Rico35:38 How 1Stock Inspired The BMW Community In Puerto Rico40:40 Why M240i's Have Been Crashing43:29 The Importance Of Safety When Building A Car46:15 How To Unlock Your BMW48:37 Customers Being Impatient With Tunes52:38 Shops Holding Customers Cars Too Long56:12 Shops Charging Prices To Compete56:56 Why Shops Charge Based Off Of Experience01:00:55 How To Build An 8 Second G8001:02:08 Building A 1000hp B58 For Less Than 30K01:04:36 BMW Headgasket Issues01:07:33 BMW S58 Torque Specs01:08:31 The Importance Of Retorquing Head Studs01:13:12 Prices Of BMW Transmissoins01:15:30 B58 vs S5801:17:04 Puerto Rico Builds Vs U.S Builds01:19:40 What Is Considered Stock Block01:24:33 Jenners Favorite BMW01:25:55 Horsepower Freaks E36 Turbo Kits01:27:19 BMW E46 Pros And Cons01:30:43 Puerto Drag Racing Culture At The TrackFOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today’s episode we sit down with Betun, the mastermind behind some of the world’s fastest rotary powered machines. From his iconic Starlet to his classic RX-7, Betun has been dominating the racing scene for years.Recently, he made history by shattering records with a jaw-dropping 6.33-second run in his Starlet. Join us as we dive into the journey of Betun Performance, exploring the passion, innovation, and milestones that have cemented his legacy in the rotary racing world.Betun Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betun.performanceFootage credits: @FasterMotorsports Street Alpha Merch: https://streetalpha.co/Freshlinks Nobori Flags:https://www.freshlinksshop.com/shop?Category=NOBORI%2520FLAGS00:00 Intro02:20 The Difference In Puerto Rican Car Culture03:01 Getting Information In Puerto Rico For Rotaries04:46 Why Betun Chose To Work WIth The Rotary Engine05:43 The Biggest Similarities Between Rotary and Banshees06:16 How betun Fixed Reliablilty Issues With The Rotary06:51 The Biggest Problem Found With Rotary Engines07:25 How Much Power Betuns Cars Are Making08:34 Why Betun Runs A 2 Rotor Engine09:20 Billet Housing For Rotary Engine09:56 What Betun Does For Apex Seals10:20 How Many Passes Betun Gets With His Apex Seals10:33 Betun's Teardown Inspection Process After Drag Racing11:29 What ECU Betun Is Using12:32 What Tricks Betun Has To Make The Rotary Reliable13:38 The Most Power You Can Make On A 2 Rotor14:47 What Turbo Betun Runs15:22 Why Betun Chose An Apex Turbo16:24 What Betun Does For Fuel On The Rotary Platform17:37 Getting Air Into The Rotary Engine18:03 What Transmission Betun Uses19:05 Best Rotary Car To Get Into19:59 How To Make 700HP On A Rotary20:42 The Weakest Point On A 700HP Rotary21:56 The Difference Between An 13B and The Renesis Engine24:21 How Long It Took For Betun To Get Into The 6's25:32 Challenges Betun Faced Getting Into The 6's26:13 Rotary Parts Quality Is Not The Same27:16 Rotary Vs Honda28:38 Rotary Companies That Make Parts28:59 Rotary Dowels Betun Is UsingFOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today’s episode, we sit down with Ralph Barbosa and Luis to discuss how they achieved buying their dream of owning their ideal vehicles and their journeys as car enthusiasts. Ralph shares his deep passion for cars, which began with painting them during his younger years. His success in stand up comedy eventually enabled him to purchase his dream car, a 1971 Hakosuka GTR.Join us as we unpack the inspiring stories of these two Texas born car enthusiasts.Ralph Barbosa Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphbarbosa03Luis Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/username_afFootage credits:  @username_af  Street Alpha Merch: https://streetalpha.co/Freshlinks Nobori Flags:https://www.freshlinksshop.com/shop?Category=NOBORI%2520FLAGS00:00 Intro01:41 How Ralph Got Into Cars03:13 How Ralph Barbosa Started Painting Cars06:44 What Are Some Of The Hardest Colors To Paint08:06 Ralphs Favorite Color To Paint10:16 The Most Important Step In Painting A Car10:25 Ralph Barbosa's Most Difficult Process In Painting10:59 How Ralph Met Luis11:57 How Luis Learned About Cars12:33 Ralphs Thoughts On Youtube Mechanics15:17 What Sparked Ralph Barbosa's Interest In Cars18:45 Ralpha Barbosas Favorite Cars19:15 Why Ralph Barbosa Likes Chevys21:47 Why Luis Loves Nissans22:41 How Luis Car Caught On Fire25:26 Why Ralph Barbosa Loves Nissans30:58 Why Ralph Barbosa Left Auto Body Work33:08 Ralph Sells His First Car35:04 How Ralphs Ambition Lead To His Success37:22 Luis Passion For Cars38:10 Ralph and Luis Difference In Opinions39:09 Ralphs Taste For Expensive Things40:30 How Ralph Barbosa Buys His Cars41:04 Ralph Barbosas Nissan 240sx43:45 Ralpha Barbosas Skyline GTR46:47 Ralph Buying An R3448:36 Ralph Barbosa's Views On Money50:30 How Ralph Barbosa Maintains His Cars While On Tour52:54 Ralphs Financial Advice For Buying Cars56:43 Ralph Meeting Comedians Who Are Into Cars57:04 Ralphs Favorite Comedian Of All Time59:05 Ralph Barbosa and Dave Chappelle Roadtrip01:00:09 Ralph and Luis Favorite Car To Drive01:02:26 Whats Next For Ralph And Luis01:08:04 Ralph and Luis Making Car ContentFOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today's episode, we sit down with Feral, the owner of HiBoost, to discuss his journey into Hondas and his early years in racing. A Jersey City native, Feral has been competing for over a decade, earning a reputation as one of the most formidable racers in the Honda community across the tri-state area. Known for some of the most iconic races in both street and track history, Feral shares his experiences, passion, and insights. We also dive into the recent controversy at the World Cup Finals, where he faced off against Cleetus McFarland. Stay tuned as we unpack the life and career of Feral Hiboost Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hiboost//Street Alpha Podcast Honda Merch: https://streetalpha.co/products/street-alpha-podcast-set-t-shirt"Streetalpha" For 20% Off Freshlinks Flags!//Freshlinks Nobori Flags: https://www.freshlinksshop.com/shop?Category=NOBORI%2520FLAGS00:00 Intro02:33 How Feral Started Racing04:01 Feral's Early Inspirations04:42 How HI Boost Went From The Street To The Track05:26 Why Feral Loves Street Racing06:06 Feral's DC2 Integra With Butterfly Doors07:42 Feral's EG Hatch09:14 Hi Boost Vs Maryland10:04 Feral's Thought On Street Racing Rules10:22 Racing Off The Hands Vs Off The Light10:54 Cars Running With No Alternators12:03 Feral's Thoughts On Takeovers14:23 Grudge Races At The Track With The EG Hatch15:14 Anxiety While Drag Racing16:27 How Much It Costs To Drag Race A Honda17:57 What Your Budget Should Be For Drag Racing19:19 Transmission Options For K Series19:51 $30K Vs $100K Honda Build22:40 Feral Opening Up A Shop23:48 Feral's Bad Experiences Running A Car Shop24:22 Feral's Tips On How To Not Get Scammed By Shops26:31 How 700HP Hondas Were King Back Then27:42 Different Types Of Weights Hondas Use For Traction29:11 The Importance Of a Prep Team32:35 How Feral and Fastguy Met33:51 How Many Races Hi Boost Has Had36:48 The Inspiration for Hi Boost EG Hatch38:25 The Fastest FWD Honda39:57 Hi Boost Civic Setup40:57 Hanging Weights In The Front Of Hondas42:23 World Cup Finals Support42:49 Why Feral Switched From The EG To The EK Coupe0:43:113 The Importance of Running a Roll Cage47:51 Hi Boost EK Coupe Build51:38 Stick Shift Racing Class52:53 EG vs EK For Drag Racing54:13 How Much Power Hi Boost EK Coupe Makes55:21 Hi Boost EK Rack and Pinion Comes Loose at H Day56:46 Hi Boost Vs Frustrate57:32 Hi Boost vs Cleetus Mcfarland01:05:06 Why People Don't Respect Hondas01:06:19 Hi Boost Vs Mustang at World Cup Finals01:07:39 Hi Boost Future Racing Events01:08:24 1700HP on Cast Block01:09:26 Hi Boost Blows Motor In EK Coupe01:12:51 Hi Boost Vs Farmtruck01:15:09 Most Exciting Honda To Watch01:16:34 What's Next For Hi Boost01:20:39 Hi Boost Racing In Puerto Rico01:24:55 Hi Boost Social MediaFOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today’s episode, we sit down with Luis De Leon to discuss FuelTech’s journey as a company and how they’ve become innovators in motorsports ECUs. We dive into their latest release, the FT700, along with previous models like the FT500, FT550, and FT600. This episode covers everything FuelTech powers, from bikes and jet skis to Pro Mods. Grab a pen and pad as you won’t want to miss this one!Fueltech Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fueltechLuis De Leon Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luisdeleon00:00 Intro00:02 Luis Background00:05 How Fueltech Changed The Game00:08 Cars That Fueltech Started With00:10 How Much It Costs To Build A Pro Mod00:14 Is Fueltech ONLY For Drag Racing Cars?00:15 The Inspiration Behind The All In One ECU Dislpay00:18 Fueltechs Early Competition00:19 Why Fueltech Migrated To the USA00:25 How Fueltech Got Into Working With Hondas00:27 The Release Of The FT50000:29 Was the Ft500 Late To The Market Compared ToCompetitors00:31 How Domestic Cars Influenced Imports00:33 Why Fueltech Is Better Than Other Companies00:39 Fueltech Failsafe Features Missing00:41 FT700 Features00:51 When The FT700 Will Release00:55 FT700 VS FT60001:02:27 Who Should Choose Your ECU?01:05:00 People Saying Fueltech Is Junk01:09:39 What Injectors Fueltech Offers01:11:08 Running Too Big Of An Injector01:13:50 How Fueltech Injectors Compare To Other Brands01:17:36 High Impedence Vs Low Impedance01:20:36 Fast Jetskis Running Fueltech01:25:56 The Difficulty of Steering A Promod01:33:29 How Pro Mods Run The Biggest Injectors01:40:53 Why Fueltech Doesnt Run on BMW and Audi01:46:57 Fueltech TCM Control For ZF Transmission01:52:06 How The Fueltech Headquarters Is Doing After The Flood01:58:28 Why Fueltech Increased Prices02:01:52 Why Fueltech Injectors Are Better Than ID02:04:57 Will Fueltech Have More Honda Support01:40:53 Why Fueltech Doesnt Run on BMW and Audi01:46:57 Fueltech TCM Control For ZF Transmission01:52:06 How The Fueltech Headquarters Is Doing After The Flood01:58:28 Why Fueltech Increased Prices02:01:52 Why Fueltech Injectors Are Better Than ID02:04:57 Will Fueltech Have More Honda Support**Street Alpha Podcast Merch**: https://streetalpha.co/FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastFACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556020304594SPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today’s episode, we have the honor of sitting down with the legendary Keiichi Tsuchiya, famously known as the "Drift King." We dive into his incredible career in motorsports, exploring how he revolutionized the art of drifting and his passion for cars. Tsuchiya shares insights into his early days in racing, the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, and the cars that have defined his career.We also get his take on the modern drifting scene and how it has evolved since he first started, from the techniques to the culture that surrounds it. Whether you're a die-hard fan of motorsports or just discovering the world of drifting, this conversation is packed with fascinating stories and valuable perspectives from one of the sport's most influential figures.Keiichi Tsuchiya's Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/driftkingtelevsion// Interpreter// Shota Yaguchi Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotayaguchifilmsHuge Thanks to @racersandtuners and @driftbattleusa for allowing us to film this interview.Footage Credits: @shotayaguchifilms | @coywhite | @Jeremy.media |  @formuladrift  FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In todays episode we sit with  @danruee  and  @CicioPerformance  to discuss AWD GTR's vs RWD GTR's, Hellcats at FL2K and V10 engines vs the GTR Vr38. We also unpack the expectations this year at FL2K24 and where Cicio sees himself placing this year at the event.Dan Rue Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danrueCicio Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cicioperformanceSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/CHECKM8TE: https://www.instagram.com/_checkm8_/FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In todays episode we sit with Vic and Mac to discuss the 2JZ vs VR38, drag racing pots and Vic's Supra against Macs GTR racing in the same class at FL2K 24.Vic Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ipvicMac Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macbros7TICKETS FOR FL2K: https://tickets.thefoat.com/BradentonMotorsportsPark/host_id-24905/season_tickets_first-1/omit_hide_all_front_end-1/pages/1-2FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:RACEMOTIVE: https://www.racemotive.com/MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today's episode, we sit down with Sonic, Ahmed, and Bari to talk about some of the most controversial races from back in the day. From racing Hondas to now owning a shop called New England Motors, Sonic and the crew have made a name for themselves by breaking world records in multiple classes, all while having some of the cleanest Hondas around.We also discuss Batman's S2000 racing against Hesi and upcoming call outs. This episode was a fun one, so sit back, relax, and enjoy!00:00 Intro01:09 Street Alpha Merch01:31 New York Vs Connecticut Pizza04:29 The Race That Inspired Sonic06:24 Sonics First K Swap06:52 Who Was The First To Put K Swap a Honda08:06 Who Made The AWD K Swap Popular?10:03 E Town Drag Racing10:49 Why Sonic Opened Up a Shop14:45 How Sonic and His Brothers Opened Up New England Motors16:27 How Clean Pictures Help With Car Sales17:45 Why Ahmed Keeps The Shop Super Clean19:14 How Sonic Met Bari20:12 Racing In NY21:29 New Generation of Street Racing24:03 Street Outlaws Influence On Street Racing25:34 Nutty Money Races29:07 Sonic Vs Hi Boost33:31 How Sonic Came Up With His Name36:32 Street Racing Back Then In CT37:30 Which Tri-State Has The Best Racing38:21 The New York Street Racing Culture40:03 Batman's Viral Race41:04 Batman's Switch To An Auto For The S2K42:06 The Price To Build A Fast Car Today43:24 Why Batman Bought An S200049:54 Batman Vs Hesi01:05:10 Why Sonic Doesn't Street Race01:06:16 Batman Callouts01:08:59 Drag Racing Vs Roll Racing01:10:58 World Cup Finals 202301:12:43 World's First Stock Chassis All Motor 8 Second Car01:15:59 How Sonic Met Jamie Marsh01:16:28 FTW Purple Race Gas01:19:53 Jamie Marsh's Ambition01:22:26 Why Sonic's Cars Are Consistent01:24:07 Sonics Car Build Specs01:24:58 Sonic Racing Against A 2JZ BMW01:26:10 Why People Don't Respect Hondas01:27:46 Power To Weight On The Street01:29:43 Sonic Keeping Full Interior In His Race Cars01:31:14 The Pressure Of Street Racing01:33:25 Races From Back In The Day01:35:00 How BMW's Changed Street Racing01:35:44 Cacho Vs White Porsche01:36:34 Cacho Vs Rodney01:37:21 GTR VS Honda Civic01:42:16 Sonics Youtube Channel01:43:33 Surprise Guest01:45:24 The Difference In Paint Job Quality01:46:16 Best Honda Engine To Start With01:48:51 The Best Power Level To Drive On The Street01:51:49 Honda Civics Vs Bolt On BMW's01:52:52 Tuning With Hondas01:54:26 B Series Vs K Series01:57:34 How Much It Costs To Build A Honda02:00:11 Dream Honda Build02:02:56 Honda Prices In Today's Market02:04:03 How Much It Costs To Restore A Honda02:05:19 Where To Go To Repair an NSX02:06:53 The Best Honda Chassis For Drag Racing02:08:06 Why Ahmed Builds Clean Cars02:10:49 What's Next For Sonic and The Team02:13:37 Why R&D Has Stopped For Hondas02:15:34 Vacuum Pumps In Honda All Motor Class02:17:33 Why Big Companies Need To Come Out To Events02:18:04 Why You Don't See Hondas At TX2K02:19:11 Cleetus Mcfarland AWD Shootout02:20:18 Future Events Sonic Will Be Attending//Street Alpha Podcast Merch: ?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=webSonic Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonic203Bari Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/batmansstAhmed Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aglanraceworkssFOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today's episode, we sit down with Tony Palo, owner of T1 Race Development, to explore his journey in the automotive performance world. From starting with Hondas to building the world's fastest GTRs, Tony shares his experiences. We also discuss his early tuning days, the challenges of the Audi V10 and GTR platforms, and the founding of Injector Dynamics. This insightful episode was a pleasure to record, and we're thrilled to have Tony as a guest on the podcast!T1 Race Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r1raceFOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcastSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy