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

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

In todays episode we sit with Robert owner of Xona Rotor to discuss how to choose the right turbo, journal bearing turbos vs ball bearing turbos, how to properly prime a turbo, how to read compressor maps and the legendary FP green, red, black, and zero turbos.Forced Performance Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forcedperformanceXona Rotor Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xonarotorFOLLOW 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 this episode of the Street Alpha Podcast, we dive deep into the world of camshafts with Greg from GSC. We discuss how to spec the right camshaft for your build, whether it's NA or boosted, and explore how camshafts are made. Learn if stock camshafts are worth it, which aftermarket options are best, and get tips on picking the perfect camshaft for your setup. Tune in to discover everything you need to know about camshafts in the automotive world!GSC Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gscpower/GSC Official Website: https://www.power-division.com/FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON:INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcastTIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast00:00:00 Intro00:01:43 How GSC Started00:09:55 How Camshafts Work00:12:10 How Camshafts Are Made00:15:06 Choosing Camshafts For The Right Reasons00:19:10 Overbuilding Camshafts For Future00:22:54 Camshafts For Street Alpha Build00:25:28 RB26 1500hp Camshaft Spec00:28:12 GSC Camshaft Series00:30:15 Understanding Camshaft Specs00:31:59 Why GSC Doesn't Work On LS Engines00:33:51 Camshaft Advertised Duration00:35:29 BMW Camshafts00:39:09 B58 Vs S58 Valve-train Differences00:43:46 1200HP S58 Camshaft00:45:19 White Rice 2JZ Build00:47:44 Back To The BMW S58 Limitations00:50:07 Making 1000HP Is Not The Same Anymore00:51:38 Valve Spring Technology Advancements00:51:59 Dual Springs Vs Conical Springs00:53:40 F150 Coyote Cams00:56:11 OEM Coyote Cams Vs Aftermarket00:57:12 NA Vs Boosted Camshafts00:58:49 The Best Camshaft For A Boosted F150 Coyote01:01:54 GSC Honda Projects01:04:00 Myles Gringotegra Build01:04:20 Honda B Series Limitations01:08:49 Lamborghini Cams01:12:22 Lamborghini Valve-train Limitations01:16:16 Why Most Of The Fastest Cars Run GSC Parts01:17:45 GSC Developing For RB2601:19:59 Cast Vs Billet Camshafts01:21:28 Who Should Run Billet Cams01:23:39 The Downside Of Running Cast Cams01:24:12 DLC Coated Buckets With Billet Cams Myth01:27:24 Do All Camshaft Manufactures Have The Same Machinery01:29:29 Copy And Paste Manufacturers01:32:05 Whats Next For GSC01:33:38 GSC C8 Involvement01:35:34 How Greg Feels About Cam Chop01:37:21 Coyote Copied GTR01:38:49 Customer Requests For Cam Chop01:40:09 How EV Cars Lack CharacterSPONSORS:MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/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