Before everyone knew Abbit W. for his wrong fitment and risky ride height STi, he was grooving to a slightly different beat. The apple hasn’t fallen far from the tree but I, for one, can always appreciate a great GC Impreza.
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This weekend was full of distant meets. Just a glimpse of what’s to come.
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No one panic. I’m going to the Evan’s Tuning meet today.
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The growth of the tuning culture has created a surplus of products and competition amongst all parts of the supply chain. Being that as it may, authentic brands are faced with an immediate dilemma. Taking an aggressive approach towards replica brands, Mackin Industries threatens to remove any authorized dealers who distribute Varrstoen wheels, a company whom has managed to make hi-quality* replicas of Volk TE37s and CE28s.
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source: I </3 your fake wheels (pt.2!!)
It’s hard to describe the feeling I get when I come across an awesome Integra or Civic. I’m not sure what it is that gets me animated about the budget race cars but there are definitely too many awful attempts at the platforms. This one stopped me dead in my tracks.
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idk who the photo belongs to but good job
As a fan of AlexistheMovie’s S2000, the Maserati green AP1 with nonconventional fitment, I wanted to be one of the first to support his new venture, WheelFlip.com. Although it’s not 100% at the moment, he has taken an opportunity to share with us his perspective on the popular Corvette “Saw Blades.”
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Words by Alex Zhao
“Okay guys, we need to have a serious talk here. Yes, about some ancient Chevrolet Corvette wheels…
These wheels came on the Chevrolet Corvette C4 of the late 80′s. Now, as we know, nothing stylish EVER came out during the 80′s. So why do people do this then? Putting these wheels on your grandma’s Daewoo Nubira and getting a feature on Canibeat.com is as cool as having AIDS.
You know what’s even worse? Telling people that you’re slammed and spaced out on “sawblades” just so other people will think that you have aftermarket wheels.
I already know what you are thinking of saying back to me… “Wow bro, you’re a mad hater, it’s not even your car! Why can’t you appreciate other people’s tastes?”
First of all, you have no way of saying anything back to me, since this is my blog and commenting doesn’t even exist yet. Second, let’s be honest here… the REAL reason why you have these wheels is because you want to be trendy and don’t think that you can afford nice wheels. True, they come in great sizing, especially after pairing them with massive adapters, but come the fuck on! These wheels lack lip, lack concavity, and lack a nice finish. It is everything that you DON’T want in a wheel!
The face design doesn’t match any modern car. This is a huge issue that people don’t take into account when choosing wheels for their cars. They might be ugly, but they look at home on a Corvette C4 because that’s what they were designed for. Same goes with putting Enkei 92′s on your 2010 Honda Fit… yeah, that shit is ugly and everybody will tell you that. You can call them haters, but the truth is, you’re a trend-whore and lack creativity and imagination.
I feel for you.”
the first car that came to mind after reading this…
As if owning a Lamborghini LP640 wasn’t enough.
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… just let it happen
Amongst the sea of cookie cutter Honda Civics arises David Arocho’s ’97 Civic DX Hatch. The combination of quality parts, the B16b, well fitting body panels, lack of ’90s vader body kit, and especially that paint make the car what it is today. Sit back and enjoy the pictures (courtesy of Bryan Orjuela).
Props to David Arocho for doing it up right!
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1997 Honda Civic DX Hatch
Engine Bay
Frost White Paint
Ek4 RHD Conversion
Jdm B16b ( Civic Type R )
Skunk2 Polished Spark Plug Cover
Avid Polished Motor Mounts
Password JDM Red Bolts
Password JDM Tie Down
Password JDM Radiator Stay
Password JDM whale penis (lol wut?)
Aluminum Radiator/ Thin Fan
2 1/4″ Piping to an Hayame Exhaust
Exterior
Sea Turquoise Pearl paint
Walker Japan Front Bumper
EK9 Type R Grille
siR Headlights with City Lights
EK4 Power Folding Mirrors
Thin Side Moldings
Shaved Antenna
99-00 Rear Tail Lights
OEM Mud Flaps
EK4 Clear Side Markers
Stock Rear Bumper
Rear Hatch Glass Spoiler
JDM Window Visor
OEM Civic Hood Bra
JDM Static Reducer
Wheels and Suspension
XXR 521 (16×8 +25 offset) Flat Black
K-Sport One Pieces
Function 7 Chrome Lower Control Arms
Function 7 Subframe
Interior
siR Steering Wheel
siR Cluster
siR Floor Mats
siR Seats and Door Panels
JDM Visors, Headliner, and all interior panels
JDM Rug
JDM Trash Can
JDM Climate Control
JDM Vents with Pocket
JDM Cupholder
JDM Flare
JDM Cargo Cover
Mugen Shift Knob
B&M Short Shifter
Pioneer TV/DVD/Navi
Orion Speakers: 6 1/2″ in front doors and 6×9″ in rear
Directed 12″ Subwoofer
Powers by Infinty Amplifier
I always thought it was awful dieting and lack of exercise that made people overweight and poor money management that ruined peoples finances? If hipsters ruled the World… lol
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This afternoon good ole D’dirty and I made our way into NYC to chat it up with our friend and site developer Ry’Rich to discuss the rejuvenation of the lovely Ivy League East page. Excited? Me too. After tossing around ideas for a few hours, we’ve come to some what of an agreement in regards to appearance. The STORE and other adjustments will be made to make the page will be more visually appealing and easier to navigate. Party time!
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everyone may not appreciate the chalk board hood but overall the car is “clean as a whistle!”
(whatever that means?)
the hood is flaming :X haha
