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RaceFFpod

By jaime garcia

A podcast about road racing in So Cal focusing on FF cars.
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Catching up with Jackie

RaceFFpodMay 13, 2024

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Catching up with Jackie

Catching up with Jackie

Back on the pod is Jackie from Jackies Corner podcast. We talked about what she has been up to changes she has done to her EG and we give our now consistent incorrect analysis for who will have the fastest lap at Hyperfest. Make sure follow her podcast and if you need coaching she is available.

May 13, 202401:29:57
Who won the bling?

Who won the bling?

On this episode I talk about the Gridlife event at Big willow. The Honda challenge update. I talk about how I am Hyped4Hyperfest and a little about how testing went for the team topak event it did not go well for me spoiler alert.

May 06, 202459:29
3 wide standing start

3 wide standing start

On this episode I cover the Honda challenge update for the HC2 race at Watkins glen and Jackie's new PB. I also give a breakdown of viewing spots for GLTC at Big Willow. Also who will win the fastest FF lap in club TR this weekend?

Apr 22, 202435:59
Lap Record Holder?

Lap Record Holder?

On this episode We go over the Honda challenge update and some recent issues I have ran into with my current shock and spring combo on my 8th gen civic. I also cover what I will be doing at the up in coming Gridlife event at big willow. I also find out that I am a Street FWD lap record holder for Gridlife.

Apr 15, 202441:17
Deacon Greenfield

Deacon Greenfield

Todays episode has some choppy audio. and some lag it gets better after we go form zoom to Instagram call.


On today's episode I have a young up and coming star Deacon Greenfield. He drives in the SCCA STL class and I will for sure have him back on to have a better conversation about his start. Thank you to Deacon and I look forward to his success with his racing career.

Apr 08, 202401:13:06
CVR49 Back again

CVR49 Back again

On this episode I have on the homie Carlos Valenzuela IG tag CVR49 and we talk about his move to racing Spec Boxster and working with the Riaction team doing R&D for their Gridlife club TR EF. Always a blast to have him on and a special treat to have in person.

Mar 31, 202401:22:47
Jack Cobetto

Jack Cobetto

Jack comes back on to touch on his 2023 national championship battle, Hyperfest 2024 and what to expect for first timers like me. We also mention his documentary that he was featured in made by little media called "Pursuit of Perfection" and you should check it out.

Mar 24, 202401:09:35
Rear end lock up

Rear end lock up

On this episode I cover the most recent testing with project gloomy and how the testing went. I share Carlos drive with the car and changes that we will make for the next test with team topak event at streets in preparation for when We go back with Porsche owners club. I also cover the season opener for Mid Atlantic as their season starts off.

Mar 18, 202445:32
Ryan Eversley (part 2)

Ryan Eversley (part 2)

This is the conclusion on the podcast with the Goat Ryan Eversley. I will continue to support in any way I can and make sure when you buy anything continental you tag them and let them know it's because of Eversley.

Mar 11, 202448:56
Ryan Eversley (part 1)

Ryan Eversley (part 1)

The GOAT comes back on to the Raceff podcast and I could not be more excited. Fresh from his split from Honda and starting his new endeavor with Precision Racing LA. We talk about how he met his new boss and the importance of helping those around you have a great time out on track. Ryan is a real one and I will always cheer him on. Make sure to listen to part 2 of the podcast.

Mar 04, 202451:33
Hondarcb (Ryan Bradfield)

Hondarcb (Ryan Bradfield)

On todays episode I have my second favorite Ryan, Ryan Bradfield. I we talk about his build and we also touch on the 2024 hyper fest event and his goal of resetting the Handa Challenge HC1 lap record at VIR. Ryan is an awesome builder and someone who is always down to help. Quick story Ryan at 2023 helped out Jay Noak by giving him his e-brake from the integra he drove so jay could do a standing start. Im looking forward to hanging out and seeing his TSX in person.

Feb 26, 202401:07:34
Pawinn From ACUiTY

Pawinn From ACUiTY

On this episode the man who has been pushing ACUiTY social media higher and higher Pawinn Songtachalert. Pawinn and I talk an unconventional road that let him into working full time for ACUiTY. We talk about his engineering background and how sometimes the simplest things go viral. It's a pleasure to have someone who makes it easy to podcast with and I will for sure have him back on.

Feb 19, 202401:23:23
Fast as F@#k Boi

Fast as F@#k Boi

On this podcast I talk about the custom trophy for 2024 Hyperfest for Honda Challenge H2. I also talk about which 200 tw tire I should go with. I also talk about wheel fitment issue I am currently having due to me wanting to stay with a 15in wheel.

Feb 12, 202426:53
Micah from Rarewithit

Micah from Rarewithit

Super excited for this one, finally got to talk to someone doing what most say is impossible, a bard legal kswap in a golden era Honda. Living in socal most people dream of driving a golden era Honda with the reliability of and power of a K series and Micah is doing it on a budget and making dreams come true. we touch on what it takes to get a car bar legal K swapped and the pitfalls of what it takes to make it work.

Feb 05, 202401:04:44
4th gear synchro.

4th gear synchro.

On this episode I talk about all the work that I'm doing and while I need to take apart my transmission and replace 4th gear synchro. I also talk about amazon basic dent repair and fuel gauge issues I am currently having.

Jan 29, 202451:47
Charlie Moua Doryoku

Charlie Moua Doryoku

On today is a fabricator who changed his 9-5 and make it out on his own. Charlie does custom powder coated valve covers the right way. We talked about his start and moving into the bash on golden era Hondas. Looking FWD to hanging out with him at Hyperfest is all works out well.

Jan 22, 202401:38:59
Ying bot back again

Ying bot back again

YouTube famous Ying Bot back on the podcast. Back from her trip to Sepang with the best four-wheel YouTube channel Mighty car Mods. We talk about her debut of the team for the Sepang 24hrs with Kei cars. We also talk about nugget nationals 2023 championship.

Jan 15, 202401:17:49
2024 Calendar

2024 Calendar

On this episode I talk about the 2024 schedule and what I want to do and what I would like to do. We will see how much I actually get to do vs how much I will want to do. 2024 will be a restructuring along with travel to tracks I have never been to before. Looking FWD to a new year full of good peeps and fun track days as I try and get back into W2W.

Jan 08, 202452:48
Russell Garehan from Acuity

Russell Garehan from Acuity

On todays podcast ant the first one of 2024 is Russell from Acuity. From his start working with heat extractors for many F1 teams to the start of Acuity and their Hall Effect TPS sensor to now becoming the iconic shifter specialist for Hondas. It was a great conversation, and I am looking forward to having Russell on again. As I have said many times in the past support the companies that support the things that you love, and Acuity definitely fits the bill.

Jan 01, 202401:17:16
Yevgeniy Noak

Yevgeniy Noak

Last episode of 2023 with 3rd place finisher at Battle at pit race Honda challenge H2 class Yevgeniy Noak. I first met him at battle at pitt race. It has been awesome to meet and hang out with him and the rest of the Honda Challenge field.

Dec 25, 202301:16:20
Coyote Black

Coyote Black

On todays podcast I have on US Touring Car Driver Coyote Black. This episode Coyote gives his honest opinion about his favorite and not so favorite tracks. We talk about 2024 and what his upcoming goals are. Make sure you follow Coyote Black on Instagram on his page coyote.black and thank you for listening.

Dec 18, 202301:04:46
Damian Martinez from Ichii Media

Damian Martinez from Ichii Media

On this episode I have on the photographer the 25hrs of Thunderhill of the Honda research team. Damian and I actually met on track when he has an issue with his cars brake pads. I really enjoy meeting people as they grow and become a success in the industry. Wishing all the best for you Damian

Dec 11, 202357:34
Jeremy Lucas and Jonathan baker

Jeremy Lucas and Jonathan baker

On this episode I have 2023 first and second place finishers for the Honda challenge H2 championship. We have Baker and Lucas talk about unique features of Pitt race and we talk about 2024 Nationals at Utah and the unique features about that track.

Dec 04, 202301:20:32
Crazy Idea? What about a Honda/Acura Club racing program.

Crazy Idea? What about a Honda/Acura Club racing program.

On this episode We start at pretty much the start of Honda Challenge and how it led to the series that is now Honda Challenge. Huge shout out to Scott Giles and Karl Shultz for being the big part of the start of Honda Challenge and for giving Matt Bookler the go ahead to talk about this and the controversial takeover of the series. I enjoyed talking to Matt about "Bookler flaggers" and about being that prelude kid known to crushed Porsche egos all over the northeast track scene.

Nov 27, 202301:41:00
25hrs of Thunderhill with Jeremy Lucas

25hrs of Thunderhill with Jeremy Lucas

He is back, The 2023 second place national championship. We talk a little about the #battleatpitrace and Hondas most recent win at the 25hrs of Thunderhill race. We also talk about the danger this race is in to be continuing on in the future.

Nov 20, 202301:22:48
Alex, Alen Hermone

Alex, Alen Hermone

On todays pod cast I have the driver of the 69 car Alex, Alen or Al Hermone. I enjoyed hanging out with Alen along with the rest of the peeps at Nationals at Pit race. After a long challenge I crown Alex as the king of Facebook marketplace deals.

Nov 12, 202301:15:06
10mm Hex bolt

10mm Hex bolt

On this episode I cover the conclusion on the Honda challenge H2 championship for the northeast some racing from Texas and southeast. I also talk about taking "L's" from stubborn bolts. Thank you for your support and listenership.

Nov 06, 202350:41
Back from Mexico

Back from Mexico

On todays episode I cover the most recent Honda Challenge update and what are probably the reginal championship for Honda challenge in the northeast and mid Atlantic. I also talk about possible build ideas I have been looking at.

Oct 31, 202339:29
Gridlife at Laguna Seca!

Gridlife at Laguna Seca!

On my drive back from the Laguna Seca festival, I shoved a mic on my harness and was able to make a podcast. Sorry about the ambient noise and looking forward to having some people come on and talk about the event.

Oct 23, 202356:49
Gridlife at Laguna Seca countdown

Gridlife at Laguna Seca countdown

On todays podcast I cover Gridlife coming in strong to Laguna Seca and I go over plans and where I will be during the event. If you have a chance come out to the largest grassroots level festival and wheel to wheel competition in the California.

Oct 16, 202335:44
To Cup or not to Cup

To Cup or not to Cup

On this episode we cover the Honda challenge update and next years plan to go to the east coast. Then I continue on my thought on weather or not I put a restrictor plate on my Eg for sundae cup or if I make it a D16z6 that can compare to a stockish B16.

Oct 09, 202346:49
Gridlife at Streets of Willow

Gridlife at Streets of Willow

On this episode I recap Streets of willow event with Gridlife. I review a 22 dollar possible solution for budget comms and talk about enjoying tracking my 8th gen Civic si.

Oct 03, 202355:49
Nugget Nationals

Nugget Nationals

On this episode I have on Ying Bot and Thomas who are in charge of The Nugget National's series in Australia. Now this being an overseas episode the sound quality was not the best, I tried to bump it up where I could. I also goofed and did not record the first 35 min of the conversation, so we had to restart. Thank you to both Tom and Ying for staying very late and also for coming on and I will have them back on for a redemption.

Sep 25, 202301:07:29
Pitt race recap

Pitt race recap

(Corrected new episode is uploaded) On this episode I talk about my experience at Pitt race and What my plans are for near future and the next coming year.

Sep 18, 202349:34
Battle at Pitt race

Battle at Pitt race

2023 championship coverage

Sep 11, 202347:16
Qualifying Race

Qualifying Race

On this episode we cover the nasal nationals quaqualifying race. If you follow the YouTube live stream StaStart at at hour 6

Sep 10, 202337:40
35K BMW M3

35K BMW M3

This is the last episode before nationals Battle at Pitt Race. I go over the most current schedule and What I plan to be doing for the event. I also cover and struggle with my calculator app to see if there is a way to compare at 35k BMW M3 to a Honda.

Sep 04, 202359:47
Pre Nationals talk with Jonathan Baker

Pre Nationals talk with Jonathan Baker

On this episode we have 2022 National Honda challenge H2 Champion Jonathan Baker. We talk about his favorite features of his tow rig. his thoughts on nationals in terms of spares and if the lap times will change from the cross over event. Finally we talk about 6 drivers who he is making sure to keep a close eye on for the race. Who do you think they are?

Aug 28, 202301:01:47
Tage Evanson & HC2 Nationals predictions

Tage Evanson & HC2 Nationals predictions

On this episode we have the Honda Challenge update and quick visit from one of the hardest working Franchise owners of NASA, Tage Evanson.

Aug 21, 202359:03
Leaving SoCal Honda Challenge & SoCal NASA

Leaving SoCal Honda Challenge & SoCal NASA

Not and easy choice but, it feels like I can't continue with SoCal Honda Challenge. For the foreseeable future I will also not continue with SoCal NASA.

Aug 14, 202350:37
Jeremy Lucas

Jeremy Lucas

From the Great Lakes region and part of the HART program from Honda its Jeremy Lucas. We talk about his S2000 CR that will be at nationals fighting for a podium spot. We touch on his ideas of what makes the great Lakes region so strong, and we talk about Carl's Jr's I mean Hardees vegan options.

Aug 07, 202301:07:15
Pitt race recap

Pitt race recap

On this episode I cover the cross over event with NASA great lakes region with the only practice for nationals at Pitt race. I talk about the creation of merch and something to be looking forward to and talk about my shift to focus on sundae cup.

Aug 01, 202349:58
Friends in low places with Adam Jabaay

Friends in low places with Adam Jabaay

On this episode I reconnect with Adam Jabaay and we talk about Laguna Festival, Garth Brooks, old Hondas and much more.

Jul 24, 202301:02:53
New set up who dis

New set up who dis

On this episode I give the update of merch, testing results at big willow and an update for the crossover event at Pitt race.

Jul 17, 202347:19
Spirited Away

Spirited Away

On this episode I OfCourse do the recent Honda Challenge update and progress on the EG built for my test day with Touge 2 track. I also talk about nationals and my current set up for it

Jul 10, 202347:22
Alex from Wolfreign Motors

Alex from Wolfreign Motors

On this episode I have on a National Championship competitor Alex from Wolfreign Motors. Alex is from the Nor Cal region of Nasa and is a very competitive driver fighting with the likes of Scott Adams and Jonathan Baker. I did go a bit off in a Japan tangent so be forewarned.

Jun 26, 202301:05:22
I have a Box

I have a Box

I'm back from my covid time out. We cover the Honda Challenge update and we also talk about my new box.

Jun 19, 202345:16
Place holder

Place holder

No new episode but and update on what happened on the previous Honda Challenge update with the DQ's. Also I got the Rona and have been struggling to get enough sleep hopefully soon I can be back to the normal podcast thank you for all the support.

Jun 12, 202306:01
Back from Japan

Back from Japan


On this episode I cover the most recent race in the northeast region of Honda challenge. I also talk about my trip to Japan.

Jun 05, 202338:51
Tool Time

Tool Time

The Blind Apex's Kaan and I do a talk about basic tools for golden era Hondas and 8th gens. We also Talk about HFGT and its first race.

May 29, 202301:01:48