It’s getting hot in the 626… with the SoCal summer heat comes more summer meets….. I kicked it with a few friends this past week…… My car next to clements track machine. This shot reminded me of fast and the furious when they line up and look down the line….. Track bro Track bro Track… Continue reading Life: Another 626 June night
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Maintenance Log 1: Cabin Air Filter and Vtec Solenoid Gaskets
I’m starting a new segment, I’m going to use these maintenance logs to keep track of my maintenance. It’s a reality, my S2k is over 15 years old if you can believe that…. and with that age comes great maintenance. When I changed out my Cam gears, noticed this oil leak on my timing cover…..This… Continue reading Maintenance Log 1: Cabin Air Filter and Vtec Solenoid Gaskets
Meet Life / Pickups: ASM bolts
I recently picked up some ASM bolts thanks to my friend Chris that brought them all the way from ASM in Japan. I took this picture during my visit to ASM I didn’t pick the bolts up when I visited for whatever reason. When I found out Chris was going to Japan, I jumped at the… Continue reading Meet Life / Pickups: ASM bolts
Parts Review/DIY: Recaro Pole Position on Buddy Club Low Mount Seat Rails (Not Really)
I’m going to attempt another half-ass DIY. I’m installing Recaro Pole Position seats on BuddyClub rails. First off, if you are planning to do this with buddy club rails, stop! Buy a higher quality rail such as Bride, Recaro, Taitec, Nagisa……basically something made in Japan, in my experience they just tend to fit better for… Continue reading Parts Review/DIY: Recaro Pole Position on Buddy Club Low Mount Seat Rails (Not Really)
Pick Ups: (Not Mine) Spoon Axle +Spoon Toe Arms
I’m lucky enough to have crazy friends with crazy taste that let me live vicariously through them, it is what sets them apart from a majority of other enthusiasts in my opinion. They are willing to take it to that extra degree that some others would think is superfluous and not a necessity. My buddy… Continue reading Pick Ups: (Not Mine) Spoon Axle +Spoon Toe Arms
Life: I showed up to the wrong party….
I’m a pretty unorganized person , for example, one time I booked a flight for the wrong week 3 months ahead and didn’t find out until I showed up to the airport and realized I was flying out 3 weeks later…… I don’t know how or why, but I thought the Petersen Japanese Car meetup… Continue reading Life: I showed up to the wrong party….
Meet Life: S2000 無限 Mugen Madness in Arcadia
I’m pretty excited about this post. Never ever would I thought I was going to move to California a few years ago and be able to experience the amazing car culture that only Southern California has to offer. There is seriously a car event every week of all different types, if I want to go… Continue reading Meet Life: S2000 無限 Mugen Madness in Arcadia
Meet Life: 626 S2k BBQ
After I got back from Asia, the 626 crew had a small bbq meet. I feel like I post too many meet pictures, let me know if you want to see more of something else. I’m documenting my automotive life on this blog through my eyes and writing down my own thoughts. I am messing… Continue reading Meet Life: 626 S2k BBQ
DIY: How to install DriveShaft Spacers on an S2000 (Sorta)
A few weeks ago I helped a buddy install Spoon Driveshaft Spacers on his s2000. Driveshaft spacers correct the rear suspension geometry when the car is lowered and reduce strain on the CV joints on the axles. We went to “Your Dream Garage” in Baldwin Park, essentially it’s a shop that rents out their lifts… Continue reading DIY: How to install DriveShaft Spacers on an S2000 (Sorta)
Life: Super Street X Toyo Tires Calendar Launch Meet (Part 2)
Part 2 of my Super Street X Toyo Tires Calendar Launch Post. (56K Warning Pic Heavy) Remember when they used to say that? Sweet Datsun 510 My favorite part about these cars is the rear vent on the pillar, The Mercedes 190E also had these…. All sorts of cars showed up… Even this Turbo Nissan… Continue reading Life: Super Street X Toyo Tires Calendar Launch Meet (Part 2)
The S2k and the Ant 