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MitsuTimes PodcastEp141: Kidanny’s “Peasant Evo”Find and follow Kidanny here:Instagram: @_1slowevoUse code PODCAST141 for $2 off of a trading card pack with Kidanny's card in it on Mitsutimes.org/store .
2025-01-1129 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp140: 2024 MitsuTimes Award ShowCongratulations again to all of the winners and inductees. Please head over to our website to see all of our Hall of Fame inductees --> https://www.mitsutimes.org/hof
2025-01-0412 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp137: John's 8 Second “Smurf” 1gFind and follow John here:Facbook: https://www.facebook.com/jr8428Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/92_dsmurf/Use code PODCAST137 for $2 off of a trading card pack with John's card in it on Mitsutimes.org/store .
2024-12-1449 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp93: Kenny's Unbeatable 2gKenny is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to spectator drags. No matter what he is driving he is a contender but behind the wheel of his 2g he is unstoppable. We start talking about the setup on his 2g and trying to pinpoint his keys to success. Kenny talks about the unbelievable origin of this car getting into Kenny’s hands. He goes over the condition it was in and his original plans for it. He talks about his basic build that keeps him successful. We talk about what is needed to be successful at spectator dr...
2023-12-031h 00
MitsuTimes PodcastEp92: Miguel DSM's Mitsu FleetIf you have been into the Mitsubishi community for more than a day you know who Miguel DSM is. He shares his inspirational story that brought him and Mitsubishis together so many years ago. We start off by talking about his 2g DSM that many people know him for. He tells us about the insane 4G63 swap that punched a hole right through the norms in the DSM world. Miguel talks about what the 2g was like when he bought it and the future for the car. Next we go over Miguel’s immaculate Evo; he goes over the motivation fo...
2023-11-2541 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp91: Albert's 6 second TalonIf you were at the 30th annual Shootout you probably noticed the rear wheel drive 2g that made a handful of 6 second passes. Albert talks about the setup on his 6 second Eclipse and what it was that inspired him to build this car from the ground up himself. He talks about what it takes to make a car this serious, go fast and stay together. He talks about the original goals for the car and how he is slowly easing into the car's potential. He also talks about the future of the car and when he plans to turn it...
2023-11-1844 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp90: Brandon’s 8 second 1gBrandon is like a brother to me, every time I talk to him I feel like I have known him my whole life. Brandon talks about what got him into DSMs in the first place and the crazy story of buying his car and shipping it back to the US with him. He tells us about the original plans for his car and the condition of the car when he bought it. He goes through all the different setups he has had in it over the years and what worked best for him. He talks through the setup that got...
2023-11-1152 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp89: Kevin's 8 second 1gKevin is one of a kind, he’s been around these cars for a long time, he knows his shit and he's humble. He would gladly take a part off of his car if he got knocked out to ensure you go another round in yours. Kevin starts out by telling us about the setup on his 1g panda. He shares his story about how he got into 1gs in the first place. Kevin describes what this car was like when he first got it. He shares the story of how hand-me-downs built this car and how he made the mo...
2023-11-0441 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp88: Sutton’s Bolt-on Turbo StealthIn this episode, we sit down with Sutton Abernathy, the mastermind behind a masterpiece of a Dodge Stealth, to explore the journey of his build. Sutton opens up about the current setup of his Dodge Stealth. Delving into the 3/S platform, Abernathy shares the allure that led him to choose this particular platform and sheds light on his initial encounter with the car. Reflecting on the early days of ownership, Sutton recounts the condition of the car when he first acquired it and the initial aspirations that fueled its transformation. He candidly narrates the various setups the car has undergone...
2023-10-2847 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp87: Shaun's 6G75 1gShaun is paving a whole new path in the DSM world and people are paying attention. Shaun is one of those people, you can just tell after meeting him, he is successful at anything he puts his mind to. Putting a “Mitsubishi big block” in the engine bay of a car where a 1.8L once lived is a feat of engineering. Then to make it all work, make it run 9s and prove it’s reliability is a miracle. Shaun walks us through the current setup on the car and where he got the idea to put a 6G75 in. He exp...
2023-10-211h 01
MitsuTimes PodcastEp86: Chance's 8 second 1gChance debuted his car straight into the 8s, I think that says a lot about the man behind the wheel of this beautiful machine. He is usually the man helping people at the Shooting with his welding skills, not this year. This year Chance came to compete and not only was he competitive he lined up next to some of the biggest names in our community. Chance starts off by filling us in on this car’s setup. He continues by telling us why he chose to go with the 1g DSM platform. Chance tells us about the car when he...
2023-10-1442 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp85: Jeremy's 9 second "Killer Bee" EvoJeremy’s Killer Bee Evo is one of the best engineered, best looking and quickest out there, most of us are familiar with it. Now we get a chance to hear from the man behind the machine. Jeremy is an all around badass, a decorated combat veteran of the special operation community, an experienced welder, a multi-year winner of the Shootout’s coveted Stock Appearing class and a wealth of knowledge when it comes to these cars and setups to make them go fast. We start off by talking about the 30th annual Shootout just a few weeks ago. Jeremy walk...
2023-10-071h 15
MitsuTimes PodcastEp84: Hanging with ClubDiamondStarThis is the most fun episode yet, be ready to laugh from beginning to end. I sat down with the ClubDiamondStar guys trackside from the Shootout to talk about the ins and outs of the club. The long history of the club and why it got started. We talk to some of the current members and talk about their cars. We discuss what makes this group so special, you will be able to figure that out for yourself by the end of the episode. Find and follow ClubDiamondStar here:https://clubdiamondstar.comhttps://www.facebook.com...
2023-10-011h 00
MitsuTimes PodcastEp83: Aaron's 10 second 2gAaron walks us through the setup on his car. He takes us back to his backstory and how he came to be a DSM guy. He talks us through the car when he picked it up. Aaron walks us through the setups he has had on the car over the years. He talks us through what the future looks like for this car and what he would have done differently for his build. He talks about his goals for 2024 as well as his long term goals for this car. Aaron gives his advice for other 2g guys out there looking...
2023-09-2326 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp82: Hanging with the NLAND DSM CrewFrank and Oscar join me at the Shootout to talk about their group of passonite Mitsubishi fans and racers based out of Southern California. We talk about the cars and culture in the NLAND DSM crew. We also talk about their cars and how they got into DSMs in the first place. Frank and Oscar go back in time to talk about how NLAND got started and how it grew from a couple of guys to a regional group. They talk about the events and type of racing that they enjoy, the racing scene around them and some of their...
2023-09-1652 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp81: Hanging with the Mitsubishi Lancer Turbo ClubIn a first for the podcast we talk to a group, the Mitsubishi Lancer Turbo Club. Isaque, Hiram, Lee and Jonathan are the men behind the scene sparking, enabling and empowering a group of car owners all over the world. Their expertise on adding forced induction to base model Lancers is fueled by their passion to stray from the beaten path. Owners who would normally just get told to "go buy an Evo" and that they’re “wasting their time”. These guys didn’t listen to that advice and I for one am very thankful that they didn’t. We talk ab...
2023-09-091h 28
MitsuTimes PodcastEp80: Craig, Soto and the 9 Second "Carnage Evo"Craig's Evo has always been one of my favorites, not because it was crazy fast or anything but because everything Craig was doing to the car was something anyone could do. He sent in an update, what felt like every week, he was constantly grinding and chipping away at his 9 second goal. In this episode I have the honor to sit down and talk to him about this grind and the man behind the keyboard helping him, Soto from Soto Tuning Solutions. We talk to them about when Craig got the car and his original goals with it and...
2023-09-021h 07
MitsuTimes PodcastEp79: Jordan's Top 5 RalliartThe Ralliart is slowly becoming one of my favorites, it has become one of the most competitive after having the same top car for a long time. Many fast builds are coming out of the woodwork from all over the world. One of them is Jordan Whitman, he currently sits in the 5th spot surrounded mostly by shop backed cars. He talks to us about why the Rallart was not his first choice, however he has become a huge proponent for the platform. He tells us about the car when he first got it and his original goals. He...
2023-08-2646 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp78: Bailey's Time Attack EvoBailey's unique Evo is seriously one of the coolest, most well engineered and quickest Evos out there going around corners. Bailey's story is just as unique as his car. He starts off by going into his background of racing which led to him acquiring his beautiful blue Evo. He talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the Evo when it comes to time attack racing. Bailey goes on about the history of his car and why it has become so special to him. He talks about some of the setups on the car that he has really liked and...
2023-08-1940 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp77: Glenn's Top 5 420a 2gGlenn has taken the 420a and over engineered it to a point where he can manipulate it, do work and do what he wants, when he wants and how he wants. I had the pleasure to go out to Exigent Solutions to see this amazing car in person and ask Glenn about his 420a car. Glenn tells us the incredible story of how he came to own this car so many years ago and how he has stuck with it ever since. He talks about why the 420a is both sentimental to him and an experiment of sorts for...
2023-08-1252 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp76: Aaron from CSMtvThis is a special episode of the MitsuTimes Podcast where we go behind the scenes with Aaron Anderson the creator of CSMtv. There are so few YouTube channels producing content for our platforms and CSMtv stands as a beacon of light from all of the others. Not only can you see helpful tips about your CSM, DSM and GVR4 but you can also see them in action. Aaron talks about how he got started making YouTube videos and why he chose to vlog his life with his and his friends' cars. Aaron talks about the creators who inspired him to...
2023-08-0650 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp75: Mike's Top 10 2gMike has one of the most recognizable 2gs in our community, not only is it aesthetically perfect, while still being a functional race car, it also rips 8 second passes. He starts off by telling us about the setup on his 2g that has worked so well over the years. Mike walks us through what it was that originally drew him to the 2g platform. He recalls what the car was like when he first picked it up. Mike walks us through those early days and the original goals with the car. He talks us through the different setups that...
2023-07-2924 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp74: Chris Rankin's Starquest FleetChris needs no introduction, he has a fleet of the most famous Starquests in the world, second only to Jackie Chan perhaps. Chris is the real deal, from Street Outlaws, to No Prep Kings and everything in between. Chris started out pushing the 4G54 (or G54B) and has made his way now to V8s with over 400 cubic inches of displacement. Chris talks about the setup on his all new and improved Rankin’s Relic X2. Chris talks about the differences between the Entry Level car, Rankin’s Relic and Rankin’s Relic X2. He talks about how he got st...
2023-07-221h 13
MitsuTimes PodcastEp73: Gilberto from ClubspecClubspec is a critical company filling a very important niche market in our community. Without them we would not be able to dress up the 4B11/4B12 powered cars in our community. Everything from 9th generation Lancers to the CY4A Ralliarts to Evo Xs and even Outlander Sports/ASX, Clubspec has parts to personalize your ride. Gilberto is the man behind the scenes at Clubspec, a small side hustle that has become nearly a full time job for him. Gilberto starts off by talking about the parts that Clubspec makes and some of the performance oriented ones that could...
2023-07-1536 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp72: Paul's Circuit Racing 2gWhat could possibly be cooler than a nearly full carbon fiber race-prepped 2g? That’s exactly what Paul’s machine is. Paul has been circuit racing his 2g for quite a while, his car is a true embodiment of function over form. Paul starts off telling us about his new setup on the car. He talks about why he chose to go with the 2g DSM platform. Paul talks about how he got started in circuit racing and the strengths and weaknesses of the 2g DSM when it comes to circuit racing. Paul talks about his current car when he firs...
2023-07-0829 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp71: Isaque's #1 LancerThere are thousands of people out there who want to get more power out of their non factory turbocharged Lancers. Well Isaque has done just that and in a big way, he has taken his factory 16 second Lancer and pumped out a 13 second pass with it. He sits atop the Lancer list with that pass and he is still improving and modifying the car so expect to see that number go even lower. Isaque starts off by telling us about the setup on his car and why he chose the parts that he has chosen. He tells us about the...
2023-07-0153 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp70: Derek's Pikes Peak Hill Climb Evo XPikes Peak Hill Climb is the most prestigious race in the entire country. This year is the 101st anniversary of a race, not just against other cars but against a 14,115ft mountain with 156 turns over 12.42 miles. Derek and his team are adding to Mitsubishi’s over 200 car deep fight against the mountain in their purpose built Evo X. We start by talking about Derek’s history of racing the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. He then tells us about the setup on his Evo X that makes it not only fast but able to handle all of those turns and gigantic elev...
2023-06-241h 34
MitsuTimes PodcastEp69: Chris and the Thailand Mitsubishi GroupChris is a lighthouse in the community, an English speaking man in Thailand, the home of some of the most insane Mitsubishi builds on the planet is a huge asset to our community, at least for those of us that don’t speak Thai. Chris isn’t just a part of the Mitsubishi community he is a crucial teammate to those going fast in their Mitsubishi powered car. Chris starts off by telling us how and why he made his way from Scotland to Thailand. He talks about his history of racing in the UK and why that passion was...
2023-06-1749 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp68: Mickel's 6 second EclipseMickel is a legend in our community and is without a doubt a pioneer especially when it comes to making some serious times. Mickel talks about the setup on his 6 second Eclipse and what it was that inspired him to build the car. He talks about what it takes to make a car this serious, go fast and stay together. Mickel broke barriers with this car and really helped put the 4G63 on the map. He talks about the different setups he has had in this car over the years. He also talks about the setup when the car...
2023-06-1025 min
MitsuTimes PodcastThe Ultimate Dyno Tuning Guide by Desmond at Performance Destination (Dyno Comparison)If you have a dyno shop, dyno tune your car and/or are thinking about dyno tuning your car this is the episode you have been waiting for. Desmond and I talk about choosing the right shop for your dyno tune. We compare different types of dynos. We talk about street tuning vs dyno tuning. We talk about the dos and don'ts of going to a dyno tune session. Desmond and I talk about the normal price for a dyno tune. We cover parts and tools needed to fuel quality to types of fuel, dual map tunes, ethanol sensors and...
2023-06-061h 19
MitsuTimes PodcastEp67: Brent's 8 Second 1gBrent embodies everything I love about DSM people, he is down to earth, he will do everything he can to help a fellow racer and he is undoubtedly passionate about our platform and community. Brent talks about what got him into DSMs in the first place and his long journey with his current car. He tells us about the origins of his car and the condition of the car when he bought it. He goes through all the different setups he has had in it over the years and what worked best for him. He talks through the setup that...
2023-06-0346 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp66: James from Speed Farm GarageThe 4g is no doubt the most unloved platform in our community despite it having very capable engines and a stout six speed manual transmission. Those who are fans of the platform, love them and know their capabilities and potential whereas those outside the platform community dismiss them. There are few shops making parts for the 4g and even fewer shops making parts for the 4g to be quicker. The shop at the forefront, paving the way for 4g performance is Speed Farm Garage. The man at the helm is James Aubin, who has owned multiple 4gs including his...
2023-05-2733 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp65: Jesse's Hand Controlled 2gJesse undoubtedly has the most unique car that anyone on this podcast has ever had. Even with limited use of his legs, Jesse is a real racer. He has reworked his 2g so that the brake and throttle can be controlled by his hands and he has made it so it suits his car for racing. Not just drag racing but circuit racing and autocross as well. Jesse starts off by telling us about the setup on his car currently. He then talks about what it was, years ago, that drew him to the 2g. He talks about converting the...
2023-05-201h 27
MitsuTimes PodcastEp64: Andre's Top 10 3000GTAndre is paving a whole new path with his 3000GT than most. His 3000GT is still 6g7x powered and using mostly factory supplied drivetrain. Andre is tirelessly searching the ins and outs of what is going on in today's motorsports to squeeze every possible morsel of power out of this powertrain. Andre begins by talking about his setup that he is going to this season as well as his most previous setups. Andre talks about why he chose the 3000GT platform and what it is about this car that motivates him to keep pushing it. He talks about...
2023-05-1342 min
MitsuTimes PodcastEp63: Matt's Top 10 GalantMatt is doing something very few other people are doing, in fact if you are doing a build similar to his, he probably knows you. The 8th gen Galant is one of the most underappreciated platforms in our community despite coming with some great engines and sharing a platform with some great cars. Matt talks about his badass 8th gen Galant and why he chose to build using this platform. Matt talks about why the platform is so underappreciated and why it deserves more respect and recognition. Matt talks about how this car fell into his lap and its...
2023-05-0647 min