Pioneer Japan announced a new parcel shelf speaker that releases today, July 9th. The TS-X40 (40 for the 40th anniversary) combines a modern and more refined style while also giving a nod to the 1980s speakers that made them popular. The speakers feature an illuminated Carrozzeria logo similar to the
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Vancouver New Years Touring 2024
1979 Datsun 210 “B310 Sunny” Mitsuaki’s sunny with volk mesh 13×7 and 13×8. Chin spoiler and vitaloni California mirrors, red vinyl for the event 1984 Toyota Cressida MX62 Wagon Brian’s x6 wagon with new year spec; front grill New Years shimekazari, headlight cover, interior tune with dash mat and pearls,
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1983 Toyota Celica Supra A60 p-type Dylan’s supra on coilovers with 14×9 and 14×10 ssr xr4, lonza style tail covers, and tail pipes 1980 Toyota Cressida MX32 Jon and Astrid’s “Moonlight Runners” x3 on mk1 13″ 10j and 12j with Avon rain slicks. Savanna works fenders, custom rear spoiler, side
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1979 Datsun 210 “B310 Sunny” Mitsuaki’s sunny with compomotive CX mesh 13×7 and 13×8. New chin spoiler and running better. 1985 Mazda GLC 4 door hatchback Mason and Connors “Mystify” team GLC on ssr formula mesh 13×9 0 offset. Cool interior tune including a custom parcel shelf with speakers and
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1981 Nissan 200SX (S110) Keith and Reid’s “Angel Car” second spec s110. No sus 14×10.5 and 14×12.5 ssr mk1 with Moonlight Runners made rx3 Savanna works flares, rx7 imsa wing, custom side steps, custom deppa, red cone tail pipes, all new paint by Mitsuaki, white fur interior, “rude handle” Rudeboy
Read MoreDifferent Types of Kaido Racer Exhausts
This has been a highly requested topic, so I am here with another article on popular kaido racer parts. This might be the most recognizable part that people outside of Japan think of when they think “kaido racer” or “bosozoku.” With more research, you will find that specific exhaust will
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1981 Nissan 200SX (S110) First spec of this car by Keith and Reid Ssr MK3 wheels 13x12j and 13x10j with no sus, over fender ZG flares, side exit takeyari pipes, simple vinyl 999 and 666, gutted interior with TRD bucket seat and a Momo f1 steering wheel and Reid custom
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I went to Southern California to cover NA Nonsuri 2025, the signature event hosted by Moonlight Runners! Over the last few years, they have earned a profound influence within the kaido racer community both here in North America and back in Japan, and this year’s gathering showed exactly why.The atmosphere
Read MoreUnderstanding SSR Wheels
When building a car in any style, it’s generally agreed upon that wheel choice/fitment is one of the most important details. If you’ve never purchased vintage aftermarket Japanese wheels before there can be a barrier to entry even from the way things are referenced or notated. When browsing/discussing wheels you
Read MoreShopCheckpoint – Summer Touring 2025
The spirit of the street was alive and loud in Vancouver this summer as Rudeboy Specials hosted the 2025 Pacific Northwest Summer Touring. This year’s event brought a more refined and elevated version of what has already become a standout in North America’s car culture. Now in its fourth summer
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