Street Alpha Podcast

Street Alpha
Street Alpha Podcast

Get into the driver's seat with Street Alpha Podcast! Join our podcast as we explore the stories of prominent figures in the car community, dive into controversial topics, and get the latest news from the car scene. Let us be your guide to the ever-changing world of cars and all their secrets.

  1. DEC 10

    Ralph Barbosa On Buying Dream Cars Through Comedy & Luis Builds and Painting

    In today’s episode, we sit down with Ralph Barbosa and Luis to discuss how they achieved buying their dream of owning their ideal vehicles and their journeys as car enthusiasts. Ralph shares his deep passion for cars, which began with painting them during his younger years. His success in stand up comedy eventually enabled him to purchase his dream car, a 1971 Hakosuka GTR. Join us as we unpack the inspiring stories of these two Texas born car enthusiasts. Ralph Barbosa Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphbarbosa03 Luis Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/username_af Footage credits:  @username_af  Street Alpha Merch: https://streetalpha.co/ Freshlinks Nobori Flags:https://www.freshlinksshop.com/shop?Category=NOBORI%2520FLAGS 00:00 Intro 01:41 How Ralph Got Into Cars 03:13 How Ralph Barbosa Started Painting Cars 06:44 What Are Some Of The Hardest Colors To Paint 08:06 Ralphs Favorite Color To Paint 10:16 The Most Important Step In Painting A Car 10:25 Ralph Barbosa's Most Difficult Process In Painting 10:59 How Ralph Met Luis 11:57 How Luis Learned About Cars 12:33 Ralphs Thoughts On Youtube Mechanics 15:17 What Sparked Ralph Barbosa's Interest In Cars 18:45 Ralpha Barbosas Favorite Cars 19:15 Why Ralph Barbosa Likes Chevys 21:47 Why Luis Loves Nissans 22:41 How Luis Car Caught On Fire 25:26 Why Ralph Barbosa Loves Nissans 30:58 Why Ralph Barbosa Left Auto Body Work 33:08 Ralph Sells His First Car 35:04 How Ralphs Ambition Lead To His Success 37:22 Luis Passion For Cars 38:10 Ralph and Luis Difference In Opinions 39:09 Ralphs Taste For Expensive Things 40:30 How Ralph Barbosa Buys His Cars 41:04 Ralph Barbosas Nissan 240sx 43:45 Ralpha Barbosas Skyline GTR 46:47 Ralph Buying An R34 48:36 Ralph Barbosa's Views On Money 50:30 How Ralph Barbosa Maintains His Cars While On Tour 52:54 Ralphs Financial Advice For Buying Cars 56:43 Ralph Meeting Comedians Who Are Into Cars 57:04 Ralphs Favorite Comedian Of All Time 59:05 Ralph Barbosa and Dave Chappelle Roadtrip 01:00:09 Ralph and Luis Favorite Car To Drive 01:02:26 Whats Next For Ralph And Luis 01:08:04 Ralph and Luis Making Car Content FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 15m
  2. DEC 4

    Hiboost On His 1800HP Honda, Racing Against Cleetus Mcfarland and World Cup Finals

    In today's episode, we sit down with Feral, the owner of HiBoost, to discuss his journey into Hondas and his early years in racing. A Jersey City native, Feral has been competing for over a decade, earning a reputation as one of the most formidable racers in the Honda community across the tri-state area. Known for some of the most iconic races in both street and track history, Feral shares his experiences, passion, and insights. We also dive into the recent controversy at the World Cup Finals, where he faced off against Cleetus McFarland. Stay tuned as we unpack the life and career of Feral Hiboost Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hiboost //Street Alpha Podcast Honda Merch: https://streetalpha.co/products/street-alpha-podcast-set-t-shirt "Streetalpha" For 20% Off Freshlinks Flags! //Freshlinks Nobori Flags: https://www.freshlinksshop.com/shop?Category=NOBORI%2520FLAGS 00:00 Intro 02:33 How Feral Started Racing 04:01 Feral's Early Inspirations 04:42 How HI Boost Went From The Street To The Track 05:26 Why Feral Loves Street Racing 06:06 Feral's DC2 Integra With Butterfly Doors 07:42 Feral's EG Hatch 09:14 Hi Boost Vs Maryland 10:04 Feral's Thought On Street Racing Rules 10:22 Racing Off The Hands Vs Off The Light 10:54 Cars Running With No Alternators 12:03 Feral's Thoughts On Takeovers 14:23 Grudge Races At The Track With The EG Hatch 15:14 Anxiety While Drag Racing 16:27 How Much It Costs To Drag Race A Honda 17:57 What Your Budget Should Be For Drag Racing 19:19 Transmission Options For K Series 19:51 $30K Vs $100K Honda Build 22:40 Feral Opening Up A Shop 23:48 Feral's Bad Experiences Running A Car Shop 24:22 Feral's Tips On How To Not Get Scammed By Shops 26:31 How 700HP Hondas Were King Back Then 27:42 Different Types Of Weights Hondas Use For Traction 29:11 The Importance Of a Prep Team 32:35 How Feral and Fastguy Met 33:51 How Many Races Hi Boost Has Had 36:48 The Inspiration for Hi Boost EG Hatch 38:25 The Fastest FWD Honda 39:57 Hi Boost Civic Setup 40:57 Hanging Weights In The Front Of Hondas 42:23 World Cup Finals Support 42:49 Why Feral Switched From The EG To The EK Coupe 0:43:113 The Importance of Running a Roll Cage 47:51 Hi Boost EK Coupe Build 51:38 Stick Shift Racing Class 52:53 EG vs EK For Drag Racing 54:13 How Much Power Hi Boost EK Coupe Makes 55:21 Hi Boost EK Rack and Pinion Comes Loose at H Day 56:46 Hi Boost Vs Frustrate 57:32 Hi Boost vs Cleetus Mcfarland 01:05:06 Why People Don't Respect Hondas 01:06:19 Hi Boost Vs Mustang at World Cup Finals 01:07:39 Hi Boost Future Racing Events 01:08:24 1700HP on Cast Block 01:09:26 Hi Boost Blows Motor In EK Coupe 01:12:51 Hi Boost Vs Farmtruck 01:15:09 Most Exciting Honda To Watch 01:16:34 What's Next For Hi Boost 01:20:39 Hi Boost Racing In Puerto Rico 01:24:55 Hi Boost Social Media FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 26m
  3. NOV 14

    Fueltech On The New FT700, Fueltech Pro Mod Dyno Runs, and Tuning Capabilities

    In today’s episode, we sit down with Luis De Leon to discuss FuelTech’s journey as a company and how they’ve become innovators in motorsports ECUs. We dive into their latest release, the FT700, along with previous models like the FT500, FT550, and FT600. This episode covers everything FuelTech powers, from bikes and jet skis to Pro Mods. Grab a pen and pad as you won’t want to miss this one! Fueltech Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fueltech Luis De Leon Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luisdeleon 00:00 Intro 00:02 Luis Background 00:05 How Fueltech Changed The Game 00:08 Cars That Fueltech Started With 00:10 How Much It Costs To Build A Pro Mod 00:14 Is Fueltech ONLY For Drag Racing Cars? 00:15 The Inspiration Behind The All In One ECU Dislpay 00:18 Fueltechs Early Competition 00:19 Why Fueltech Migrated To the USA 00:25 How Fueltech Got Into Working With Hondas 00:27 The Release Of The FT500 00:29 Was the Ft500 Late To The Market Compared To Competitors 00:31 How Domestic Cars Influenced Imports 00:33 Why Fueltech Is Better Than Other Companies 00:39 Fueltech Failsafe Features Missing 00:41 FT700 Features 00:51 When The FT700 Will Release 00:55 FT700 VS FT600 01:02:27 Who Should Choose Your ECU? 01:05:00 People Saying Fueltech Is Junk 01:09:39 What Injectors Fueltech Offers 01:11:08 Running Too Big Of An Injector 01:13:50 How Fueltech Injectors Compare To Other Brands 01:17:36 High Impedence Vs Low Impedance 01:20:36 Fast Jetskis Running Fueltech 01:25:56 The Difficulty of Steering A Promod 01:33:29 How Pro Mods Run The Biggest Injectors 01:40:53 Why Fueltech Doesnt Run on BMW and Audi 01:46:57 Fueltech TCM Control For ZF Transmission 01:52:06 How The Fueltech Headquarters Is Doing After The Flood 01:58:28 Why Fueltech Increased Prices 02:01:52 Why Fueltech Injectors Are Better Than ID 02:04:57 Will Fueltech Have More Honda Support01:40:53 Why Fueltech Doesnt Run on BMW and Audi 01:46:57 Fueltech TCM Control For ZF Transmission 01:52:06 How The Fueltech Headquarters Is Doing After The Flood 01:58:28 Why Fueltech Increased Prices 02:01:52 Why Fueltech Injectors Are Better Than ID 02:04:57 Will Fueltech Have More Honda Support **Street Alpha Podcast Merch**: https://streetalpha.co/ FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556020304594 SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2h 8m
  4. OCT 25

    Keiichi Tsuchiya The Drift King Talks Drifting, Formula D and What The Future Holds For Motorsports

    In today’s episode, we have the honor of sitting down with the legendary Keiichi Tsuchiya, famously known as the "Drift King." We dive into his incredible career in motorsports, exploring how he revolutionized the art of drifting and his passion for cars. Tsuchiya shares insights into his early days in racing, the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, and the cars that have defined his career. We also get his take on the modern drifting scene and how it has evolved since he first started, from the techniques to the culture that surrounds it. Whether you're a die-hard fan of motorsports or just discovering the world of drifting, this conversation is packed with fascinating stories and valuable perspectives from one of the sport's most influential figures. Keiichi Tsuchiya's Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/driftkingtelevsion // Interpreter// Shota Yaguchi Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotayaguchifilms Huge Thanks to @racersandtuners and @driftbattleusa for allowing us to film this interview. Footage Credits: @shotayaguchifilms | @coywhite | @Jeremy.media |  @formuladrift  FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    24 min
  5. SEPT 20

    Sonic On Building $100,000 Honda Civics, Racing in Connecticut, and Breaking All Motor Honda Records

    In today's episode, we sit down with Sonic, Ahmed, and Bari to talk about some of the most controversial races from back in the day. From racing Hondas to now owning a shop called New England Motors, Sonic and the crew have made a name for themselves by breaking world records in multiple classes, all while having some of the cleanest Hondas around. We also discuss Batman's S2000 racing against Hesi and upcoming call outs. This episode was a fun one, so sit back, relax, and enjoy! 00:00 Intro 01:09 Street Alpha Merch 01:31 New York Vs Connecticut Pizza 04:29 The Race That Inspired Sonic 06:24 Sonics First K Swap 06:52 Who Was The First To Put K Swap a Honda 08:06 Who Made The AWD K Swap Popular? 10:03 E Town Drag Racing 10:49 Why Sonic Opened Up a Shop 14:45 How Sonic and His Brothers Opened Up New England Motors 16:27 How Clean Pictures Help With Car Sales 17:45 Why Ahmed Keeps The Shop Super Clean 19:14 How Sonic Met Bari 20:12 Racing In NY 21:29 New Generation of Street Racing 24:03 Street Outlaws Influence On Street Racing 25:34 Nutty Money Races 29:07 Sonic Vs Hi Boost 33:31 How Sonic Came Up With His Name 36:32 Street Racing Back Then In CT 37:30 Which Tri-State Has The Best Racing 38:21 The New York Street Racing Culture 40:03 Batman's Viral Race 41:04 Batman's Switch To An Auto For The S2K 42:06 The Price To Build A Fast Car Today 43:24 Why Batman Bought An S2000 49:54 Batman Vs Hesi 01:05:10 Why Sonic Doesn't Street Race 01:06:16 Batman Callouts 01:08:59 Drag Racing Vs Roll Racing 01:10:58 World Cup Finals 2023 01:12:43 World's First Stock Chassis All Motor 8 Second Car 01:15:59 How Sonic Met Jamie Marsh 01:16:28 FTW Purple Race Gas 01:19:53 Jamie Marsh's Ambition 01:22:26 Why Sonic's Cars Are Consistent 01:24:07 Sonics Car Build Specs 01:24:58 Sonic Racing Against A 2JZ BMW 01:26:10 Why People Don't Respect Hondas 01:27:46 Power To Weight On The Street 01:29:43 Sonic Keeping Full Interior In His Race Cars 01:31:14 The Pressure Of Street Racing 01:33:25 Races From Back In The Day 01:35:00 How BMW's Changed Street Racing 01:35:44 Cacho Vs White Porsche 01:36:34 Cacho Vs Rodney 01:37:21 GTR VS Honda Civic 01:42:16 Sonics Youtube Channel 01:43:33 Surprise Guest 01:45:24 The Difference In Paint Job Quality 01:46:16 Best Honda Engine To Start With 01:48:51 The Best Power Level To Drive On The Street 01:51:49 Honda Civics Vs Bolt On BMW's 01:52:52 Tuning With Hondas 01:54:26 B Series Vs K Series 01:57:34 How Much It Costs To Build A Honda 02:00:11 Dream Honda Build 02:02:56 Honda Prices In Today's Market 02:04:03 How Much It Costs To Restore A Honda 02:05:19 Where To Go To Repair an NSX 02:06:53 The Best Honda Chassis For Drag Racing 02:08:06 Why Ahmed Builds Clean Cars 02:10:49 What's Next For Sonic and The Team 02:13:37 Why R&D Has Stopped For Hondas 02:15:34 Vacuum Pumps In Honda All Motor Class 02:17:33 Why Big Companies Need To Come Out To Events 02:18:04 Why You Don't See Hondas At TX2K 02:19:11 Cleetus Mcfarland AWD Shootout 02:20:18 Future Events Sonic Will Be Attending //Street Alpha Podcast Merch: ?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=web Sonic Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonic203 Bari Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/batmansst Ahmed Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aglanraceworkss FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2h 24m

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Get into the driver's seat with Street Alpha Podcast! Join our podcast as we explore the stories of prominent figures in the car community, dive into controversial topics, and get the latest news from the car scene. Let us be your guide to the ever-changing world of cars and all their secrets.

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