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On this Episode I talk about D series transmissions and talk about the legacy left behind by Ken Block. I talk about the most recent updated on the D series transmission build and why I never had a chance to get it running in the first place.

On this episode we have the legend From Northeast and 2 time Honda Challenge H5 national champion. Zephyr Belski is the problem solver and a solid driver. If you are in need for electrical or subie help near the tri state area hit this man up he can get you sorted out.

Happy Holidays to all. On this episode we have one of the most marketable drivers in SoCal and One of the noteworthy time attack drivers out there, Carlos Valenzuela and Karla Pestonik. We talk about the enduro and the plans for 2023. Hope you all enjoy this episode I know I did.

I Have on one of the most influential racers in the NASA Northeast region and we talk about rules changes for H1 in Honda Challenge. We talk about nationals at pit race and who better to talk about that track then the current H2 lap record holder. We Nissan Altima's and some glimpse of why they have their reputation. Always a joy to talk to Jackie and if you need coaching and data analysis reach o...

With the 2023 season just around the corner I have on the national champ Jonathan Baker to talk about the rule changes and what his thoughts are on how the effect it will have on some chassis and engine package. We also talk about the road to 2023 nationals and what to look forward to at Pittrace.

For the first time we have someone from the southeast region of NASA's Honda Challenge region. This region Is known for having many S2000's racing in H1 and H2. Stephen Pearce has many regional championships and is a consistent driver for this region. For a bit we try and see who loved to be more cost effective him or me. Thank you to Stephen for coming on and sharing what makes this region so uni...

Victor is well known in the 8thgen Civic world for being one the few who tracked an 8th gen civic with an R18 engine. He has done what I constantly tell other to do which is build up to the limit of your car. He has gone through a couple K series engines and has a lot of experience with the chassis. I enjoyed talking to him and look FWD to having him on again to talk about 8th Gen civic things.

My first ever guest to fly over from the east coast just to be on the podcast, Kaan Canturk. An avid listener to podcast Kaan comes on to talk about 8th gen civic life how he is going to smash at Mid-Atlantic 2023 year.  All joking aside Kaan is someone i enjoyed talking about road racing and what we can do to get more people who drive Hondas into Honda Challenge. At the end also listen for a...

On todays episode I cover the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic reginal championship results. I cover my final drive and transmission build for our last race in December. 

On todays podcast I have on 2021 Northeast region Honda Challenge H2 champion Lealand Wambolt. He started of with a background of being the son of a mechanic and slowly learning little by little how to drive on track. I am always impressed when people are open about areas they have for growth and Lealand and I touch on similar ones we have. If you are in the Northeast and get a chance to go to a N...

On today's episode I bring in driving buddy of mine back when i used to drive out in the mountain passes of Southern California. We talk about some stories that we have heard from the white lady of GMR voices of Angeles crest highway and more odd occurrences. Thank you to nick for coming on and hope you guys enjoy this deviation from the normal racing content.

Tage is the franchise owner of Nasa Arizona and a racer of one of the wildest built eg hatchbacks. We talk about the balance and the other side of hosting events along with racing at them. We talk about the struggles that are unique to the Arizona region and just why Tage is a badass for keeping it going while holding a day job. Tage is awesome guy and if are in the Arizona region and thinking of...

On this episode I talk about the 8th gen Civic si I have and its need to get ready for smog. I also give a shout out to the Homie Jeff Jones and talk about how he inspires me. I also talk about the pros and cons about old chassis (golden era Hondas) vs newer chassis ie also 10 years old. If you have any scary or ghost related stories, I wanted to do a podcast around Halloween about scary stories r...

On this Episode I Was intrigued by a post of who is the most winning region for Honda Challenge region? And who is the most winning Driver. I was honestly surprised by the results.  I also give you the Honda Challenge update and some updates with project gloomy. 

On this episode we have on Dane Byrd the 2021 Texas regional champion, and now the 2022 H2 3rd place Finisher. Dane is great driver and was super happy to meet him and all the peeps from the Honda Challenge Texas region. Honestly really enjoyed meeting Dane he is a good guy and if you are in the Texas region and want to track look for this driver. Dane is also looking like he will win the 2022 Reg...

On today's podcast We have on for the first time being able to say this the 2022 National Champion Jonathan Baker. We talk about the race his win after many attempts and key take aways from Laguna Seca. We talk about being welcomed to the beans and dog experience and how much he enjoyed being out on the track at Laguna Seca.

If you care to listen to me fumble and try my best to announce the 2022 Honda challenge H2 and H4 race well here, you go.  It was awesome meeting people from Texan, Mid Atlantic and showing some of So Cals best drivers in H4. 

We have some content for you guys. From Nationals At Laguna Seca I have on Karla P. , Carlos Valenzuela (not Valencia), Jonathan  Baker and Steve Peterson We talk about the Qualy race and how hard everyone went. We had a campground vibes to it but it was an awesome time so the audio was a bit noisy soo be forewarned.

On today's episode we talk about real time attack cars and one of the most interesting entry level time attack series Sundae Cup. I talk with one of the series more notable drivers Michael Smith driver of the 395 Honda fit fresh from his win at lime rock. We talk about why the fit is a better started track day car than the Miata, and many of the quirks and advantages of the fit. 

Jonathan Baker driver of the number 32 H2 integra is a well-known driver in the Mid Atlantic. He has the most podiums of any current racer in the Mid-Atlantic region (He has been doing for a lot longer than most). He is currently my choice to battle for the first-place position at nationals this September. We talk about the competition for nationals, why he chose Honda Challenge and the only other...

On this episode I crack open the 70 dollar transmission from Facebook marketplace and see what I got. I also give the Honda Challenge update. I officially change my favored drivers for nationals. Thank you again for the support and please continue to like and subscribe.

On today's episode we went to Jared. Jared is part of the rule committee for what used to be HFF challenge and now Honda time Attack Challenge. Along with past guest Will AKA illwillem and Kevin Burke. We talk about Jared doing endurance racing and also doing time attack. We also find out we both did our Competition school together. Follow Jared on Jared_Reyes.

A legend in The Honda Challenge community and there from the start of it here in the west coast, Andy Hope. From his iconic CRX build to working for Honda as a driver and Helping with the Porsche experience here in LA. Mr. Hope about working with past guest like Joe Alaniz and old roommate Tom Paule.  And if you are looking to learn how to paddle board in the Marina Del Ray area look up Pro s...

On this episode I recap my most recent test with Carlos to see if my Facebook marketplace build has been done correctly. I talk about my goals and what I wanted from the car and what I wanted out of Carlos driving the car. What Carlos thought of my build and what he was able to do with my car. I also talk about what I have currently in plan for my build and what will help me get closer to the fron...

I this episode I bring back Graham Downey on the podcast ahead of the 2022 Nationals to breakdown predictions and more importantly Laguna Seca for out of region racers. Graham Has competed in Speed World challenge back in 2009 and is a local at Laguna Seca. Honestly if you are ever going to drive this track this episode in one where you should take note and Graham gives so much nuanced information...