Two Of A Kind.

Photography: Joey Newcombe Writer: Ariel Mulchan

All the way from Tampa, FL, we bring you a double-feature! Alex Laverde is the proud owner of this 2001 Acura Integra and 2004 Honda Ruckus.

Alex is the original owner of the Integra and has operated on this beauty several times. Installing 3 different nitrous kits, 2 turbo manifolds, and a handful of intakes and exhausts, his work has been beautifully executed. Alex took his inspiration for the Integra and invested in building the Ruckus identically over a course of 4 months. His favorite sites for parts are Honda-Tech.com Market Place and Totalruckus.com Grand Bazaar.

From the beginning, Alex faced obstacles - even while purchasing his Integra. When arriving to the dealership, it seemed like he had arrived at the only dealership where a group of salesmen weren't waiting for him. Finally, a sales representative saw the look on Alex's face when he was viewing the Integra and sealed the deal.

Alex plans to freshen up the interior of his Integra and install a brake kit, bigger cams, and shoot for 500hp.

Alex's dream car is a 1963 Chevy Impala with an Ls1 motor. He was always around low riders growing up, but never had the opportunity to own and build his own. Alex hopes that his dreams will become reality and a 1963 Impala will be his next build.

Special thanks to: Marcus at Sharp Customs, the guys at Proven Power, KOK, Rando, SSBC, Robert at Ruckhouse, Kevin at The Ruck Shop, Otto Factory, Tyler at Odyssey parts shop, and everyone else who has helped along the way!

2004 Honda Ruckus MOD LIST:

• gy6 150cc
• DanMax harness
• Composimo Ubber fatty stretch
• Composimo frame bolts
• Composimo carb clocking flange and riser
• Composimo fuel pump holder
• Composimo lowered headlight bracket
• FLP front frame cover
• FLP kickstand
• Password JDM gas cap
• Password JDM pegs
• Otto Factory handle bars
• Otto Factory license plate holder
• ILDS license plate frame
• Ruckhouse 12x4 and 12x8 carter wheels
• Ruckhouse brake levers
• Kenda 100/60-12 front tire
• Avon 140/70-12 rear tire
• Monkey bike GP exhaust
• Mikuni fuel pump
• OKO 28mm black carb
• NCY clutch
• NCY clutch bell
• NCY gas tank cover
• DR2 variator
• Dr Pulley sliders
• MNNTHBX Turtlehead taillight
• MNNTHBX Dorf seat frame
• Trailtech Vapor speedometer
• RRGS front disc brake kit and forks
• RRGS axle pullers
• ATR rear shock
• Sharp Customs powder coating

2001 Acura Integra Type R #0011 MOD LIST:

• Enkei RPF1 wheels
• Muteki sr48 lug nuts
• Yokohama S-Drive tires
• Tein HA coilovers
• Russell brake lines
• EBC brake pads and rotors
• Beaks bar
• Function7 LCA's
• Skunk2 shifter
• EM racing tie bar
• Proven Power ramhorn manifold
• Proven Power 3" exhaust
• Magnaflow muffler
• Competition Clutch Stage 4 clutch kit
• Competition Clutch Flywheel
• Downstar Inc spikes and engine bay washers
• Precision Turbo 1000cc injectors
• Tial BOV
• Tial Wastegate
• CX racing intercooler and piping
• Custom oil catch tank
• SPAL 13" and 9" fans
• Greddy boost controller
• Autometer shift light
• Hondata s300
• Pioneer head unit
• NRG hub
• NRG quick release
• Momo steering wheel
• Broadway mirror
• Amazon Hose custom A/C lines
• 418whp 301tq

Special thanks to: Marcus at Sharp Customs, the guys at Proven Power, KOK, Rando, SSBC, Robert at Ruckhouse, Kevin at The Ruck Shop, Otto Factory, Tyler at Odyssey parts shop, and everyone else who has helped along the way

nurotag Orlando Coverage.

Check out our photo coverage of nurotag Orlando. NRTG SERIES invaded Orlando on May 25th, 2013 at the UCF campus. This is the second stop for the NRTG SERIES after Miami this past Winter at Marlins Park. This series will have 2 more stops and then conclude in Miami featuring the top 25 cars from all other previous stops. Check out the photos. :)

Photography: Joey Newcombe Written: StanceMiami

StanceMiami Meet Hosted by EliteRoads Coverage

Photographers: Kevis Mulchan, Donato Dellapi, Michel Mulchan, Danny Gonzalez, Jordan Mulchan

We bring you coverage from our very own StanceMiami Meet. Held at EliteRoads in Fort Lauderdale on May 4th 2013, the StanceMiami Meet was our first of many events that we plan on doing. This event included food trucks, $40 alignment specials, live DJ, giveaways, etc. We expected to fill the EliteRoads property with cars, but about  2 weeks before the event we realized it was going to be way bigger than we anticipated as people from all over south Florida showed interest in attending. We ended up packing the parking lot, and 3-4 blocks in every direction around EliteRoads with hundred of cars and thousands of people. I've been told by many that this is maybe one of the biggest meets held in Florida. There was great diversity in the cars that came out from rat rods, euros, jdm, domestics, exotics, rucks, and everything in between. Also, we had lots of good, quality builds out there. We are so thrilled it was a huge success and want to give shout outs to our sponsors/partners/vendors who came out to support. Vossen Wheels, Signature Customs Wraps, K3Projekt, Underground Euros, Ibe Stamped, Dipworks Inc., Rodspeed, XO Luxury, Ruff Racing Alloy Wheels. Last but not least huge shout out to EliteRoads for helping us host our first event. Don't worry, we have something else in the works...stay tuned and thank you all for your continued support. Video coverage COMING SOON...

Check out our DJ Chris Merchant- www.merchantandgaucho.com/

V2 Labs Mystery Meat Coverage 2013 PART2

Photographers: Joey Newcombe, Rondon Rigues

Here we have coverage from the V2 Labs Mystery Meat held in Downtown Orlando, Florida on April 14th, 2013. The Mystery Meat consisted of cars, graffiti art, kicks, culture and more cars. Check out the photos.

V2 Labs Mystery Meat Coverage 2013 PART1

Photographers: Joey Newcombe, Rondon Rigues

Here we have coverage from the V2 Labs Mystery Meat held in Downtown Orlando, Florida on April 14th, 2013. The Mystery Meat consisted of cars, graffiti art, kicks, culture and more cars.  Check out the photos.

Because Race Car.

Photographer: Joey Newcombe Writer: Ariel Mulchan

Get ready to switch your gears and rev your engines! This is one for the books!

Ron Marchini all the way from Clearwater, FL has been working on this one-of-a-kind 2000 Acura NSX for two years. His main focus was to build a functional car that he could take to the tracks to compete with newer sportscars, all while maintaining show quality.

When Ron originally purchased the car in Rhode Island, the Comptech supercharger already installed made one unforgettable ride back to Florida. Ron added CCW Classics, worked on improving the horsepower, Brembo brakes, and Comptech suspension; recent upgrades include a new front lip from Shine. Ron also plans to get a TypeR hood to boost the downforce and widen the front fenders. Ron Marchini spent a lot of time, money, and effort as he pushed to get the results he was looking for. His most used site for parts during this build was Science of Speed. And, with an exquisite outcome like this, it's no wonder Ron doesn't intend on building anything else in the near future.

Dream Car and Why?: "The LFA, because I think it represents the best car that Japan has to offer...just like in 1991 when the NSX was released."

Shout outs: Induction Performance, LHT Performance, Sureal Customs

What's playing in your headphones right now?: Swedish House Mafia

Engine:

• 3.2 6 speed
•  Comptech supercharger 8lb pulley
•  Comptech clutch
•  Comptech headers
•  Comptech intake
•  Comptech carbon fiber airbox lid
•  Comptech targa brace
•  Koyo aluminum radiator
•  Carbon fiber fuel rail covers
• AEM methanol injection
•  AEM FIC
• Taitec GT Light Weight Exhaust
• LHT Test Pipes

Interior:

• Downforce NSX Type-R Seats
•  Four Point Harness
•  Cedar Ridge Harness Bar
• NSX Type-R Shift Boot
•  NSX Type-R Shift Knob
• Personal Steering Wheel
• NRG Quick Release
• Carbon Fiber Gauge Cluster and Interior Kit
•  Zanardi Floor Mats
•  iPod Hook Up
• Hardwired V1 Radar
•  AEM Boost Gauge
•  AEM Wideband

Exterior:

• 5k HID Headlights
• LED HID Fog lights
• 3M Clear Bra
• Downforce Side Skirts
• Downforce Carbon Splitters
• Downforce Carbon Engine Garnish
•  Downforce Carbon License Plate Garnish
•  Downforce NSX Type-R Carbon Wing
•  JDM Honda Emblem 
•  JDM Honda Rear Tail Light 
•  CCW Classics: 17 X 8.5, 18 X 10.5; Powder Coated Grey Centers with PolishedLip

Suspension:

• Comptech Pro Coil Overs
• Comptech Sway Bars (Front/Rear)
• Comptech NonCompliance Tow Link Kit
• Comptech Front Camber Bushings
• Brembo Gran Turismo Front BBK
• Brembo Gran Turismo Rear BBK; with Racing Emergency Break Caliper

Steve's Mazda Speed 3

Photographer: Joey Newcombe Written: Ariel Mulchan

Steve Strickland, from Tampa, FL, has worked hard on creating his vision for this 2007 Mazda Speed 3. In the making since 2008, Steve had the incitement to drive his daily like he had never driven it before. His goal? He wanted a rarefied ride that he could enjoy inside and out.

Steve has been working on the car piece by piece and, like any true car enthusiast, isn't sure it'll ever be completely done. The work wasn't easy, though. With limited pickings for this car, Steve was challenged to find and install parts that would be adequate no matter what direction he took with the build. Additionally, Steve faced the specific challenge of finding balance between efficiency and horsepower due to the car's DISI direct injection fueling system.

Favorite Car: Steve doesn't have a favorite car, but says, "I love all makes and models. I would have a hard time picking just one if I had the money to build or buy it." Steve's favorite sites for parts and inspiration are www.streetunit.com, www.mazdas247.com, and www.mazdaspeedforums.org. At the moment, Steve has no current plans for the Mazda Speed 3, but instead is focusing on his wife's GS300. Steve expects this build to be done by next year sometime and hopes to move on to a third build as a personal project.

Shoutouts: Steve would like to thank: Cullen Mariacher and the entire SURE motorsports crew for all their help with his performance needs and knowledge of the platform, Randi Bentia of PAS magazine for all the audio/video equipment and opportunity to display the car at formula D WPB, Matt Meisenbach, Bill Hock and the staff at MCOR automotive for the top-notch work and craftsmanship they put into the SONY install, as well as all my friends who helped with installs and part swap outs throughout the build.

Whats currently playing in your earphones right now? ( favorite song at the moment) - Nas-get down

Mods in detail:

Engine and Power:

• SURE motorsports Aeros intake system
• SURE motorsports Sidewinder turbo inlet pipe
• SURE motorsports Return(recirculation tube)
• SURE motorsports Shortcut(short shifter plate)
• SURE motorsports Countershift(lightweight shifter weight)
• SURE motorsports Torq r3 rear engine mount
• SURE motorsports Anchors(billet shifter bushings)
• SURE motorsports TIG(intake manifold gasket
• Streetunit performance side engine mounts
• Streetunit performance race pipe
• Streetunit performance billet resovoir caps
• Denso iridium 2 step colder spark plugs
• PnPed intake manifold with VCTS delete
• powdercoated valve cover & intake manifold
• weapon R catch can
• Turbosmart dual-port blow off valve
• Protege Garage intercooler piping
• CX racing front mount intercooler
• TWM short throw shifter
• Prosport digital boost guage

Wheels and Suspension:

• BC coilovers
• SURE motorsports Guerilla arms( rear camber arms)
• SURE motorsports Standoffs(5mm hubcentric wheel spacers) x2
• Project Kicks R40 REVO neochrome lug nuts
• extended studs front and back
• Work VS-XX (18 x 9 +32/26)rebuilt w/ new chrome hardware

Audio:

• SONY 7" XNV 770BT DVD headunit w/ navigation
• SONY 6.5" GS series component front door speakers
• SONY 6.5" GS series 2 way rear door speakers
• 2 SONY 12" GT subwoofers
• 4 SONY 6.2" XVM B62 moniters
• 2 SONY mono sub amps
• 1 SONY 4 channel amp
• JL audio 2 gauge wiring w/ AC power inverter
• dash mounted subwoofer gain control
• Ipod plug and play integration

*custom install by MCOR automotive

Everything Else:

• rear fender lips hammered flat and slightly pulled
• yellow foglight overlays
• Redline goods leather center console cover and shift boot
• Black suede headliner and pillars
• Autoexe stubby antenna
• Blacked out upper front grill
• Nextmod carbon fiber rear spoiler extension
• Superbright red l.e.d. interior lights(dome/map/hatch)

Huge thanks to Joey Newcombe of The Urban Sniper for the great shots.