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Paul Selig Z chair with SSR MK1 wheel decor beside a modern TV stand in cozy living room.

Understanding 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

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Vintage Japanese cars at a car meet with mountain backdrop and clear skies.

Touring For Dummies

As the great Summer Touring approaches, it is important that we prepare not only our vehicles but also our minds – which is where this handy guide comes in. Whether or not you’re planning on driving a kaido racer, this will help everyone understand what to do during the event. 

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Yellow building with signs for Up Garage and Japanese text advertising a used car parts specialty store and a tire store.

Is UpGarage worth visiting in Japan?

Now that Japan is open for tourist visas, many car enthusiasts are excited to either return to Japan or visit for the first time. Over the years there has been a lot of hype around visiting UpGarage and other parts stores. Looking back at my past trips, I would like

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