DUB Magazine Issue 84

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PLUS+BALLISTIC BJ BALDWIN // LEVEL7 X A.R.E. TOYOTA TUNDRA // A.D.D. FORD RAPTOR

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TOYOTA’S NEW FLAGSHIP GETS THE DUB EDITION TREATMENT

MAY/JUNE 2013 DUBMAG OFF-ROAD EVENTS 101 // NEW RIDES: MOAB EASTER JEEP SAFARI // DUB SHOW TOUR: NEW YORK + LOS ANGELES

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DUB EDITION TOYOTA AVALON BALLISTIC BJ BALDWIN LEVEL7 X A.R.E. TOYOTA TUNDRA A.D.D. FORD RAPTOR

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INTERIOR

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FEATURES 46 DUB EDITION TOYOTA AVALON | 60 YO GOTTI 40 60

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DEPARTMENTS 22 INTAKE 24 DUB AUTONEWSWIRE 26 NEXT LEVEL 32 PREMIUM GOODS: FASHION, MUSIC, LIFE 36 #DUBMAGAZINE 38 EXOTICS EXPOSED 40 THROWBACK: MIKE TYSON 72 ON LOCATION: 2013 DUB SHOW TOUR NEW YORK

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FEATURES 140 OFF-ROADING EVENT GUIDE 142 JIM RILEY 146 RYAN BEAT 151 TEAM NITTO

158 BJ BALDWIN 172 A.R.E. TOYOTA TUNDRA 180 ADDICTIVE DESERT DESIGNS FORD RAPTOR

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DEPARTMENTS 100 FRESH: NEW AUTOMOTIVE GEAR 116 VOLUME: NEW AUDIO PRODUCTS 120 FACTORY TUNED: PIONEER JEEP WRANGLER 186 NEW RIDES: MOAB EASTER JEEP SAFARI

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EDITOR’S NOTE ISSUE 84

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othing beats cruising in the streets with your lowered ride on big rims and stiff suspension, but taking the unbeaten path with pieces of dirt and rocks flying behind you at high speeds in your 4x4 is an entirely different thing everyone needs to experience at least once. A customized ride doesn’t always have to have a candy paint job, chrome wheels or be slammed to the ground, so we’re excited to introduce you to our special off-road issue.

Upgrade your Jeep, truck or SUV to sustain any environment with some of the items we’ve packed into Fresh, including new off-road wheels and tires. Then, make your way to Factory Tuned to see how Pioneer provided the ultimate system fit for a Jeep Wrangler and all of its desert expeditions.

For those new to the off-roading scene, we’ve provided you with a small guide to some of the best off-roading events and races, including the SCORE Baja 500 & 1000, GRIFFIN King of the Hammers, LOORRS and more. Expand your off-roading knowledge with a few of the scene’s most prominent racers like Jim Riley, Ryan Beat and Nitto Tires’ sponsored racers. There’s also a special New Rides section that features Jeep’s and Mopar’s latest collection that was shown off at the annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari expedition in Utah.

Read up on Baja 500 & 1000 and Monster Energy athlete BJ Baldwin and what it takes to be an off-road truck racer and details his Monster Energy trophy truck that was recently showcased in a viral video jumping over a Nissan GT-R in the desert.

We’ve also provided two extreme off-roading truck builds that will blow your mind! The first is the A.R.E. x Level 7 Toyota Tundra that’s built to be the perfect vehicle you’d want if you needed to get out of town quickly. The other is Addictive Desert Designs’ Ford Raptor that shows off their new Venom package, along with other subtle, yet impressive, mods.

And even though Yo Gotti’s all-white Jeep Wrangler isn’t made for the dunes, it’s still a pretty noteworthy 4x4 that’s part of his lavish collection of whips. The King of Memphis is rolling deep in the South as he continuously drops his signature tracks.

While it’s not a big and burly 4x4, we’re still proud to finally debut our 2013 DUB Edition Toyota Avalon in print - sporting a ton of impressive modifications that stunned the Toyota executives and the DUB Show goers at the recent Los Angeles DUB Show.

Hopefully after reading this issue, you’ll be inspired to snag up and customize your very own 4x4 (or at least have a new appreciation for the off-roading scene).

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DUB REPORT ISSUE 84

COMPANY INFORMATION DUB Magazine® is now published 6 times per year. Subscriptions are now $20.00 for 6 issues.

DUB® is the Original Automotive Lifestyles Magazine™ and is published by DUB Publishing, Inc. in the City of Industry, CA. DUB® Magazine was established in the year 2000.

To place an ad in DUB Magazine, please contact the Ad Sales department at (626) 336-3821 The 10th annual DUB Show Tour Custom Auto Show & Concert features the nation’s best custom cars and also features an all-star line-up of performers.

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Toyota Avalon Presents the 2013 Monster Energy DUB Show Fueled by Nitto and Featuring the Boost Mobile Concert Series: New York & Los Angeles tour stops: The DUB Show Tour was simultaneously held in both New York and Los Angeles on the same weekend to record crowds - yet again proving that our tour remains a highly anticipated event among car culture enthusiasts from the East to the West! We’re excited for our other stops, which are bound to be just as fun and memorable as these two (check out our show coverage for the inside scoop). Make sure to stay on top of all tour related news by checking out dubshowtour.com.

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INSTAGRAM LOVE

T-Pain has come a long way from his app days…and his Bugatti is proof of his evolution. I still have his “I Am T-Pain” app that I use whenever I want to kid around and Auto-Tune my voice. It’s always great to see such a humble and talented person like T-Pain come up. He’s unique and original, something rare in today’s music realm. I’m looking forward to new music from him, and enjoyed getting a peek into his awesome garage. That Bugatti is seriously sick and his Rolls-Royce drophead has a cool story, too!

I’m an Instagram addict and admit that I stalk @dubmagazine to look for inspiration for my own customizations and to check out all the hot women you guys feature! I also always tag you guys whenever I take pics of my own fly rides, so I can’t wait to (hopefully) see my picture featured in your new Instagram section of the magazine. It’s now become my favorite in the magazine!

Todd W. Lincoln, NE T-Pain’s success is highly deserved. He’s a down-to-earth dude who really loves music and his fans, which is apparent in his work. He’s one of our favorite artists to work with and we’re always excited to see what new beauties he adds to his garage. He’s always had a dope car game, but has taken it to the next level with his Bugatti that not only makes him a part of hip-hop’s elite, but one of DUB’s finest!

MadLuv4Dub Via Email Thanks for the love on our new section! We thought it would be cool to showcase our fans in action, giving readers like you the appreciation you deserve for being such devoted car culture enthusiasts and DUB devotees.

Just make sure to always tag (@DUBMAGZINE) and use the hashtags #DUBMAGAZINE, #DUBSHOW or #DUBEDITION. Some lucky fans will even win some special DUB swag!

EYE CANDY AT THE 2013 NAIAS

MIAMI’S FINEST

The new rides that debuted at the 2013 NAIAS in Detroit were pretty insane.

Being a truck guy, my favorite was the Ford Atlas Concept. If it really is the next-gen F-150, I’m totally giving in and upgrading my current F-150 for it.

But the Acura NSX Concept II was also a ride that deserves to make it to production. The New Rides section is always a favorite so keep introducing me to more fine rides in the future!

Jhulio Tadeo of MC Customs in Miami, FL makes sweet rides even sweeter!

His customization jobs as seen in Issue 83 were jaw dropping! Meeting Miami Marlins All-Star third baseman Placido Polanco was a huge score for Tadeo and really paved the way for success within the celebrity modification scene. It’s amazing to see how the various transformations of these high-end cars can really make it seem like a whole new vehicle. If I ever had such an expensive exotic, Tadeo and his team would probably be the only men I’d trust, too.

Latrell A. Orlando, FL All it takes is that one lucky break, which is what Polanco provided for MC Customs. But even before then, Tadeo and his crew were hustling hard to churn out quality customizations and that is what really defines their success. Well that and the fact that they’re not scared to make an already envious ride that much more stunning. And if you ever finally get your dream car, call MC Customs to trick it out for you!

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Cars4Life89 Via Email The annual NAIAS (aka Detroit Auto Show) is one of our favorite shows. Not only is it the first one of the year, but it’s usually also the one that has all the new concepts and debuts for many of the year’s new models. With so many introductions it’s hard to feature all of them, so we usually pick out a few of our favorites or noteworthy rides to feature in our New Rides section. Thanks for also sharing your love for the section and we’ll make sure to keep loading it up with lots of newsworthy vehicles for ya!

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SHIFT To the next level of performance.

Tried-and-true mobile entertainment built by those who love live music.

The new CompR™ 10-inch Subwoofer (4 Ohm) matches perfectly with our new KX400.1 400-watt Mono Amplifier for exceptional bass.

Buy them together online at www.kicker.com, or visit your nearest Authorized KICKER Dealer. www.kicker.com

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DUB AUTONEWSWIRE AUTOMOTIVE NEWS

HERMÉS X HYUNDAI EQUUS LIMITED EDITION CONCEPT Hyundai may specialize in affordable, fuelefficient rides, but they’re now showing of their luxurious side with an Equus concept vehicle designed in collaboration with luxury fashion house Hermès. The concept has more than 20 individual custom-built components from Hermès, including crocodile leather along the door panels. And thanks to an extended wheelbase, the car now sports a folding table, an oversized storage compartment, and a rear center console modeled after aircraft interiors.

WORLD SPEED RECORD DRAMA ENDS WHERE IT STARTED The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport lost the “World’s Fastest Production Car” title for a few weeks when the Hennessey Venom GT put up a speed nearly as fast as the Bugatti’s old record, then pointed out that the exact Veyron that set the record was never on sale to the public, and thus not a production car. The Guinness Book of World Records agreed – the record-setting Veyron Super Sport had a speed limiter disabled that Bugatti won’t disable for customers – and stripped the award. But they wouldn’t give it to Hennessey, either, since the rules require that 50 street-legal examples of a car have been sold before it can be considered a production car, and Hennessey has only built seven Venoms. So the record reverted to

THE GAME DROPS $200K ON HIS RIDES AT JC CUSTOMS Game posted pictures of some of his rides getting a makeover at JC Customs, spending an estimated $200,000. He took six rides to get hooked up with some modifications, including his: •

2013 Chevy Camaro SS convertible that now sports a new paint job, grille, wheels, and interior

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2013 Chevy Camaro SS with a new paint job, wheels, and interior

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2013 Fisker Karma that he had chromed out with new wheels

• 2013 Bentley GT that was given a body kit,

new paint job, new wheels and revamped interior •

2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost that now has new wheels and paint job

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2012 Porsche Panamera that was given a candy red paint job and new wheels

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the old holder – the SSC Ultimate Aero R at 256.18 set back in September 2007.

Bugatti wanted the title back. But they couldn’t win it with a high-speed run….at least not without selling 50 Veyrons with the limiter removed. So they appealed to Guinness, and Guinness altered the rulebook. The organization now states that, “a change to the speed limiter does not alter the fundamental design of the car or its engine.”

That puts the record back at 267.857 mph – 2.1 mph faster than the Venom GT has run. Will that settle it? Hopefully not. Hennessey engineers believe their car has a 275 mph run in it, if they can find a test track long enough to let it hit top speed – on their last run, the driver claimed he never hit full speed before he ran out of runway.

And, with Guinness’ rules, they’ll have to build, and sell, several more cars to make the list.

The look of high performance

Philips LED DayLight daytime running lights deliver the latest in high performance and style along with the fastest, easiest installation ever. Available in LED DayLight 4 and LED DayLight 8.

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OUTDOOR ELECTRONIC GADGETS

GARMIN OREGON 650T GPS WWW.GARMIN.COM | @GARMIN

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The Garmin Oregon 650t GPS comes with a 3” sunlight-readable touchscreen display that gives turn-by-turn routes and will save you from getting lost in the woods thanks to its topographic data and trail maps. With its 8MP built-in digital camera, you can take quality photos that are geotagged, allowing you to navigate back to that exact spot. MSRP: $549.99

PULSAR EDGE GS 1X20 NIGHT VISION GOGGLES WWW.PULSARVISION.COM | @PULSARNV

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See in the dark with the Pulsar Edge GS Night Vision Goggles. Its lack of visual magnification (1X) provides the user adequate spatial orientation and comfortable operation when in motion. The goggles sealed housing allows it to be used in harsh conditions like rain, snow and dusty environments.

MSRP: $729.00

ZIPPO OUTDOOR UTILITY LIGHTER WWW.ZIPPO.COM | @ZIPPO

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The wind-resistant dual-flame and durable metal construction allow the Zippo Outdoor Utility Lighter to take on all the elements. This lighter features a child-resistant safety button and adjustable flame dial. Whether you’re hunting, fishing or camping, Zippo’s outdoor utility lighter is built to handle rugged conditions. MSRP: $19.95

SUREFIRE UBR INVICTUS LED FLASHLIGHT

SUUNTO AMBIT WATCH

CASIO G-SHOCK “DESERT BEIGE” SERIES

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MacGyver would have loved the Suunto Ambit watch, but it hardly seems fair to call it a watch.

Full-featured GPS with route navigation, creation and sharing of routes, 3D compass, speed, heart rate, altitude, weather conditions - it’s all at your fingertips. With this on your wrist there’s no reason for you to get lost or be caught in bad weather. MSRP: $500.00

Casio introduces a new military-inspired color series of G-Shock watches for the 2013 summer season. Incorporating the color of matte sand beige to three models – the DW-6900, GA-100 and GW-M5610 – each watch possesses the signature shock-resistant structured casing and houses functions and features, such as a stopwatch, 12/24 hour time, multi-alarm, calendar, 20 ATM water-resistance and a nightlight. MSRP: DW-6900 ($110), GA-100 ($130), GW-M5610 ($200)

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The UBR Invictus is a rechargeable ultra-high output LED flashlight with selectable light levels, strobe and SOS modes, and has the ability to run on either the included rechargeable lithium-ion battery or two 123A lithium batteries via the included battery magazine. At maximum output the UBR Invictus generates 800 lumens of brilliant white light. MSRP: $692.00

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ESSENTIAL OFF-ROAD VEHICLE ACCESSORIES

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OFF-ROAD SURVIVAL GEAR

CROVEL EXTREME II WWW.GEARUPCENTER.COM

The World is Out There. Go Loo

If you’re looking for that perfect tool to toss into the trunk, this might be it. The Crovel Extreme II is a tactical survival shovel that packs a dozen tools into a single, mid-sized utility shovel. The redesigned utility shovel now comes standard with a hardened 4140 chromoly alloy shovel head that includes an axe, saw, bottle opener and shovel. MSRP: $140.00

AUTOHOME MAGGIOLINA AIR TOP TENT 888.852.2359 | WWW.AUTOHOMEUS.COM

Freedom to go anywhere, anytime is the best reason to own an AutoHome Maggiolina Air Top tent. The slim, aerodynamic fiberglass shell of the Maggiolina pops up into a tent in just a few minutes. The Maggiolina Air Top offers two sizes with ease of opening, three doors, great interior space, warmth and comfort. MSRP: $2,899.00 - $3,499.00 28 DUBMAG MAY/JUNE 2013

SMITTYBILT ELEMENT RAMPS

ARB 50-LITER 12-VOLT FRIDGE FREEZER

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If your 4x4 truck has ever been stuck in mud, snow or sand, then you know how helpful a pair of Smittybilt Element Ramps would have been. They are the perfect traction aid for inclement weather conditions or any type of loose terrain. Each ramp is made from heavy-duty nylon reinforced plastic that can support up to 7,700 lbs. MSRP: $149.99

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ARB fridge freezers are the ideal way to keep your food and beverages chilled or frozen on your 4x4 adventures, regardless of ambient conditions. Not to be confused with less effective 12-volt “coolers,” the ARB unit is a true refrigerator/freezer. Own one and you’ll never again find your lunch water-logged by shifting ice, and there’ll always be a cold drink on hand during the sweltering summer months.

MSRP: $879.98

ConneCted.

ok.

Informed.

Safe.

entertaIned.

Exclusive to Clarion, Smart Access is the world’s most advanced in-vehicle cloud-based information access, analysis and sharing platform.

Learn more at www.clarionsmartaccess.com and start your drive connected.

Smart Access’ adaptable architecture and always-on, uninterrupted network makes the system practically future-proof. Simply pair your smartphone to a Smart Access enabled Clarion multimedia system and let hundreds of compatible apps come to life, giving you instantaneous access to real-time data, from analysis of your route and vehicle performance, to customized entertainment options and easy social media interaction, as well as distraction-free use of many of your favorite apps while driving.

No other cloud-based system provides such a robust mix of real-time services and customization.

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ELECTRONIC GEAR + GAMES

RESIDENT EVIL REVELATIONS PUBLISHER: CAPCOM | DEVELOPER: CAPCOM | PLATFORMS: XBOX 360, PLAYSTATION 3, WII U, PC WWW.RESIDENTEVIL.COM/REVELATIONS

The critically acclaimed survival horror title takes players back to the events that took place between Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 5, revealing the truth about the T-Abyss virus. The latest edition fatures series favorites Jill Valentine and Chris Redfield, plus their respective BSAA partners – Parker Luciani and Jessica Sherawat. The action begins on board a supposedly abandoned cruise ship, the “Queen Zenobia,” where horrors lurk around every corner, before players head for the mainland and the devastated city of Terragrigia. The game will also provide additional content including a terrifying new enemy, extra difficulty mode, integration with ResidentEvil.net and improvements to Raid Mode (which sees gamers play online in co-op mode or alone in single player mode taking on the hordes of enemies across a variety of missions whilst leveling up characters and earning weapon upgrades). With limited ammo and weapons available, the race is on to survive the horror of Resident Evil Revelations.

BATTLEFIELD 4 PUBLISHER: ELECTRONIC ARTS | DEVELOPER: EA DIGITAL ILLUSIONS CE | PLATFORMS: XBOX 360, PLAYSTATION 3, PLAYSTATION 4, PC | WWW.BATTLEFIELD.COM

The latest edition of Battlefield will follow the story of American VIP’s evacuation from Shanghai, struggling to make their way back home. The upcoming firstperson shooter game has the player controlling “Recker,” a member of the Tombstone squad, with his teammates including: squad leader SSgt. Dunn, second-in-command “Irish,” and combat medic “Pac.” This time around, they are bringing the best elements of their multiplayer into the single player campaign. Gamers will experience huge environments, a playground of destruction, access to an arsenal of vehicles, and the ability to direct squad mates – all within the single player campaign. Battlefield 4 is the developer’s most human, dramatic, and believable game yet, powered with their proprietary Frostbite 3 engine, which will let you own land, sea and air.

WATCH DOGS PUBLISHER: UBISOFT | DEVELOPER: UBISOFT MONTREAL | PLATFORMS: XBOX 360, PLAYSTATION 3, PLAYSTATION 4, PC, WII U |WWW.WATCHDOGS.UBI.COM

In Ubisoft’s upcoming title Watch Dogs, players get to be hacker Aiden Pearce who hacks into various electronic devices tied to the Chicago’s central operating system (ctOS), which allows for various methods for the player to solve numerous objectives.

The storyline of Watch Dogs game is built around the concept of information warfare, data being interconnected, and the world’s increasing use of technology—questioning who exactly runs the computers they depend on. Gamers can hack into people’s phones to retrieve bank data and steal funds, triggering malfunctions in equipment to distract other characters and hacking into traffic lights to cause collisions. Players can also receive information on civilians via augmented reality feeds, providing the player with information on demographics, health and potential behavior. Objectives showcased in presentations include finding specific targets to kill, evading the police and following potential victims in order to stop their would-be killers. The game features an elusive online multiplayer element in which another player can control surveillance cameras in an attempt to hack the main player.

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PREMIUM GOODS GEAR X MUSIC X LIFE

SURVIVAL PACK: MUST HAVE ITEMS If your 4x4 ever breaks down in the middle of nowhere, you better have these essential items to make it back to civilization on foot.

LA SPORTIVA XPLORER MID GTX

GREGORY CONTOUR 70 BACKPACK

COLUMBIA COMPOUNDER II JACKET

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The lightweight Xplorer GTX hiking mid boot allows you to travel fast and light. Its Gore-Tex membrane will keep your feet dry and the sticky Vibram rubber sole will keep you planted to the ground. MSRP: $180.00

KELTY IGNITE DRIDOWN 20 3-SEASON SLEEPING BAG WWW.KELTY.COM | @KELTYPACKS

FACEBOOK.COM/KELTYGEAR

Kelty’s Ignite 3-season, 600-fill down sleeping bag is light, warm, and above all, dry in the presence of rain, moisture and humidity. Sleep comfortably down to 20-degree temperatures.

It packs down to 8” x 15” which makes it easy to stuff the Ignite sleeping bag in your backpack.

MSRP: $199.95

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@GREGORYPACKS

Pack your entire house in this large 70-liter backpack. Its Response LT suspension and internal wire framing makes carrying heavy loads easier. MSRP: $299.00

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Designed to keep you dry from the inside out—even when you work up a sweat. This ultra lightweight rain shell protects you from the elements with full seam sealing and waterproof Omni-Dry material, while Omni-Wick EVAP technology delivers extreme breathability and wicks sweat away from the body amazingly fast.

MSRP: $300.00

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PREMIUM GOODS GEAR X MUSIC X LIFE

BIG AGNES FLY CREEK UL2 TENT

GERBER SURVIVAL KNIFE

ALPINEAIRE FOOD

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The Fly Creek UL2 is a two-person, free-standing tent under two pounds and packs down to 5” x 19”. The tent body and fly are made of ultra lightweight rip-stop nylon and is treated with waterproof coating. MSRP: $369.95

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A knife can come in VERY handy when in any sticky situation. This thin and lightweight folding knife is designed with scouting in mind and and features a ½ serrated high carbon stainless steel drop point blade that’s ideal for edge retention and cutting rope. MSRP: $29.00

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Stay nourished in case of an emergency with AlpineAire Foods that consist of dehydrated and ready-to-eat instant meals. All foods are natural and retain more than 98% of the nutritional content, 100% fiber and have an extendable shelf life of up to 15 years. MSRP: Varies on food item

KATADYN POCKET WATER FILTER WWW.KATADYN.COM | @KATADYN

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Water is essential, and the Katadyn Pocket Water Filter is essential when you’re out in extreme conditions. It’s built for long-lasting continuous use and is effective against bacteria and protozoa. It filters all micro organisms larger than 0.2 microns to produce clear, drinkable water.

MSRP: $369.95

SUREFIRE MINIMUS HEADLAMP HS2-A-BK WWW.SUREFIRE.COM | @SUREFIRELLC

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The Minimus headlamp features a virtually indestructible high-efficiency LED that provides and adjustable brilliant white light for various situations. It’s built from strong and lightweight materials that’s tough enough for the rigors of combat, caving and mountaineering. It’s even able to be submersed in 3-feet of water for up to thirty minutes. MSRP: $149.00

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#gotmydub Instagram Contest! Take a photo with you and your DUB Edition Monster

Energy or DUB Garage Toys and hashtag #gotmydub for a chance to win some DUB swag and have your photo published in DUB Magazine. We’re picking the best photos, so be creative! Make sure to follow and tag @dubmagazine to be eligible! For more prize details, visit dubmagazine.com/instagram

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EXOTICS EXPOSED

A stunning two-tone Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster finished in exposed carbon fiber and gloss white for the WOW factor - by Platinum Motorsport, Rodeo Drive, CA

UNEXPECTED SUPERCAR ENCOUNTERS WORDS/PHOTOS: DIRK ABINAKAD | WWW.SUPERCARFOCUS.COM

Fueling up before launch is a matte white Lamborghini Aventador LP-700 by RDBLA fitted with a DMC Body sitting on custom GFG Wheels Beverly Hills, CA Unforgettable sight seeing and capturing this FXX Evoluzione at the legendary Corkscrew at Laguna Seca, CA

Piece of art or road legal supercar?

Whatever it is, Its incredible - Pagani Huayra LA,CA

Peeking at a few raging bulls, including some allnew and soon to be released Lambos

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THROWBACK

CLASSIC DUB MAGAZINE FEATURES

Tyson dropped $350,000 for his Bentley Continental SC that features a turbo 6.75-liter V8 that can reach speeds as high as 155 mph and go from 0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds.

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MIKE TYSON PHOTOS: GREG B.

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ormer undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World, Mike Tyson, provided DUB a glimpse into his impressive garage back in Issue 2, the early days of DUB Magazine. The boxing titan was featured with his droptop 2000 Bentley Continental SC and the super rare 1996 Jaguar XJ220. It was Jaguar’s first production supercar and was once its fastest model made (and fastest model made production car in the world until the McLaren F1 was made). In 1996, only 50 XJ220s were built, with the first 30 being race cars and the last 20 road versions.

Tyson paid more than $800,000 for his rare Jag that boasts a 3.5-liter twinturbo V6 aluminum engine that allows it to hit a top track speed of 220 mph and accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds. Originally, the Jag was going to be made with a V12 engine, but production took too long and was too expensive.

His Bentley Continental SC cost him more than $350,000, which sports a turbo 6.75-liter V8 that can reach speeds as high as 155 mph and go from 0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds. The high-performance thoroughbred with its bold and striking style features distinctive glass roof system, with the roof panels made of advanced, high-strength glass. Its interior features detailed touches, such as a sparkling chromed gear level and engine start button, as well as two-color upholstery.

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Tyson paid more than $800,000 for his rare Jag that boasts a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 aluminum engine that allows it to hit a top track speed of 220 mph and accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds. It pushes out 542 horsepower with 475 lb.-ft. of torque and weighs 3,025 lbs. It was Jaguar’s first production supercar and was once its fastest model made (and fastest production car in the world until the McLaren F1 was made).

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2013 DUB EDITION TOYOTA

WORDS: KRISTIE BERTUCCI PHOTOS: BRIAN McGEE

IT’S BOLD, AGGRESSIVE AND A LITTLE BIT DIFFERENT THAN YOUR CONSERVATIVE TOYOTA. WHEN THE PRESIDENT [OF TOYOTA] SAW THE RENDERING HE WAS LIKE, “I WOULDN’T CHANGE A THING ON THAT. IT’S THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CAR I THINK I’VE SEEN TOYOTA BUILD.” GREGG BENKENDORFER, AVALON NATIONAL BRAND MANAGER

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hen creating their all-new 2013 Avalon, Toyota provided themselves with one simple rule: If you’re going to make something, it better be good. Toyota’s premium mid-size flagship car has been in production since 1995 and has seen three previous iterations, but none compare to this year’s new model.

Toyota designers wanted to be radical yet have the new Avalon be born from the purest expression and encompass all that they love about driving. The result is what Toyota’s U.S. Senior Vice President of Automotive Operations, Bob Carter, believes is “the most beautiful car [he’s] seen in 20 years with Toyota,” as stated at its first unveiling at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The 2013 Avalon is characterized as being a new era in Toyota design, which is dedicated to creating more exciting vehicles.

“The Avalon needed to be a car that represents the future of Toyota,” says Randy Stephens, the Avalon’s chief engineer. “A car that draws people in not just because it’s the next Avalon, but because the consumers have never seen anything like this.” Deciding early on that the next-gen Avalon needed to be a car that had presence, Stephens and the rest of his team provided the vehicle with some dramatic character lines that weren’t overly done, translating to a sportier and sleeker exterior.

“It’s bold, aggressive and a little bit different than your conservative Toyota,” mentions Gregg Benkendorfer, National Brand Manager for Avalon.

“When the president [of Toyota] saw the rendering he was like, “I wouldn’t change a thing on that. It’s the most beautiful car I think I’ve seen Toyota build.”

With a total of four different grades or models that range from the standard XLE to Limited (as well as three hybrid grades or

The DUB Edition Toyota Avalon is fitted with a custom-built set of 22” TIS Modular Wheels and paired with a grippy set of high-performance Nitto Invo tires.

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models), the 2013 Avalon is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 powertrain with 268 hp at 6,200 rpm and 248 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,700 rpm.

Acceleration of the Avalon is respectable with a 0-60mph time of under 7 seconds.* The Avalon’s Sport Mode creates a more engaging driving experience by enhancing the Electric Power Steering effort and giving a more direct, responsive steering feel. It also adjusts throttle response to help increase the sensation of the engine’s torque response during acceleration.

Thanks to its available paddle shifters, drivers can experience a more exhilarating driving experience (if they choose), all with a quick tap

of the finger. The new Avalon Limited’s rear valance houses stainless steel, chrome-tipped dual exhaust outlets integrated into the body, decreasing noise emission, while increasing fuel economy and driving performance.

Because of its overall appearance and performance package, the 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited was a perfect base vehicle for the DUB Garage team. “The first time I saw it, I thought of luxury, so that’s a good step in the right direction,” admitted Myles Kovacs, DUB’s president and co-founder. “I knew we could change the fascia a bit, give it a more aggressive stance and do other subtle changes that we do at DUB to take it over the top.”

After the initial evaluation and input from the team, DUB submitted their version of a DUB Edition Toyota Avalon. “When I showed the rendering from DUB around the office, they were like, ‘We have to build this car,’” explains Benkendorfer. “I love the 22” rims, and the exterior is so stunning.”

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With only a three week build time to transform a 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited to a DUB Edition ride, the DUB Garage team was hard at work providing the exterior with appearance enhancements, which included tinted tail lights, a custom brilliant black mix paint job, custom T-Rex mesh grille and a fully custom DUB Edition body kit. To provide it with a more aggressive disposition, the factory suspension was replaced with an adjustable coilover system and lowered on a set of one-off 22” TIS Modular Wheels in a matte black and brushed finish wrapped in Nitto Invo tires.

“I was excited about getting involved with DUB,” Stephens confesses. “It was like a dream come true. I was blown away when I first saw it, and couldn’t believe the integration of the original lines with DUB products in the design. The whole philosophy was a perfect match. The paint enhances the lines of the vehicle, which is just an unexpected surprise. I personally love the grille

on the front. The lower grille of the stock Avalon is bold and a statement of the car, and in the DUB Edition it was kept in the same location but changed and it enhances what’s already there.”

But the customizations didn’t end there…

The seats were refitted with black leather and Ultrasuede diamond inserts, the headliner was also replaced with black Ultrasuede, custom door panels wrapped in leather and Ultrasuede with matching painted accents and two 7” headrest monitors. The DUB Garage team didn’t have to do very much to the infotainment system since the 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited already came equipped with plenty of extras for the Limited trim level like a backup camera, as well as with a Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and an Entune Multimedia System. And since JBL car audio is a partner of Toyota, it only made sense to add a few of their aftermarket products to the already robust sound system of the Avalon.

“The feeling I get when I see the car is that I want to get in there and drive it right away to see how it performs and what it feels like on the road,” Stephens confesses. “It’s more than we could have hoped for and it’s an amazing transformation.”

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TECH SPECS: 2013 DUB EDITION TOYOTA AVALON SUSPENSION • Adjustable coilover suspension system WHEELS AND TIRES • 22” TIS Modular wheels in matte black and

brushed finish • 245/30R22 (front) and 265/30R22 (rear)

Nitto Invo tires EXTERIOR • Paint Custom Brilliant Black Mix • Tinted Tail Lights • T-Rex Mesh Grille • Custom-built DUB Edition Body Kit AUDIO/VIDEO

JBL Equipment • (1) MS-8 Digital Audio Processor • (2) MS-A1004 4-channel digital amplifiers • (3) C660 GTI 6.5” component speakers • (3) MS-A5001 digital subwoofer amplifiers • (1) P9636 6”x9” speakers • (3) W10GTI MKII subwoofers • Custom Door Panels • Custom Trunk enclosure • Custom Fiberglass Trunk Lid w/ Monitors INTERIOR • Seats refitted w/ black leather w/ Ultrasuede

diamond inserts • Black Ultrasuede headliner • Custom door panels wrapped in leather &

Ultrasuede w/ painted accents • (2) 7” headrest monitors

SOURCES TIS WHEELS WWW.TISWHEELS.COM NITTO WWW.NITTOTIRE.COM JBL WWW.JBL.COM ULTRASUEDE WWW.ULTRASUEDE.COM TOYOTA WWW.TOYOTA.COM/AVALON T-REX WWW.TREXBILLET.COM

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KING OF MEMPHIS

WORDS: KRISTIE BERTUCCI PHOTOS: ANDREW J. BREIG | MEMPHISJUNCTURE.COM

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uring taping for Season 2 of MTV’s “The DUB Magazine Project,” Southern rapper Yo Gotti (born Mario Mims) graciously provided us with a tour of his hometown in Memphis, Tennessee in his white-on-white open-top Jeep Wrangler. By origin, it’s an offroad vehicle, but Yo Gotti isn’t about to hit up any sand dunes soon, instead opting for open-air cruising in his customized 4x4.

No King of Memphis would be complete without a heavyweight timepiece.

While getting a personalized tour of where the rapper grew up to the lavish home he now lives in, numerous fans hollered at Gotti, telling him how much they love his music, with him acknowledging their praise from behind the steering wheel of his Jeep.

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“WHEN I’M AT HOME, I DON’T’ FEEL LIKE A RAPPER, I FEEL LIKE A REGULAR PERSON, YOU KNOW WHAT I’M SAYING?”

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Zed Zilla (CMG artist signed to Yo Gotti)

who rolled down the window to tell him that his music is “hot.” Along the route, he had a few more fan encounters, a nod to why he was crowned the “King of Memphis.”

“The streets gave me that,” he confesses.

“I’m not really big on titles like that, but when I used to be out and about around the city before I made it big, people came out and would tell me that I represent for Memphis.”

Thanks to his talent and hustle, Yo Gotti has become more than a Memphis hero but a Southern staple in rap music, something he’s still pretty humble about to this day, despite all his success. But Gotti wasn’t always as dedicated to his rap game, confessing that he didn’t take it serious in the beginning. But after getting inspired by old school rappers and watching “Yo, MTV Raps,” he’s now 100 percent devoted to perfecting his craft with each track he releases.

“Everything has to make sense and be perfect before I put it out,” he admits about how he puts his records together. Other than making music, Gotti gets pumped for every performance and believes that the two go hand in hand. “Ain’t nothing like performing and seeing the reactions to your music and noticing how fans sing along.

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It’s a special feeling to know that something you created is now a part of their lifestyle.”

And when he’s not out making music or traveling, Yo Gotti can usually be found chilling in Memphis, where he keeps a very lavish garage of all-white rides. “White is the movement,” he says. “It’s my favorite color and I started this when everybody was on their black-on-black campaign.

But I’ve never been like everybody else, so I didn’t want my rides black and opted for white instead.”

The only ride in his garage that isn’t white is his mint green ’67 Firebird and that’s only because it’s a cherished classic that sports original details. “If it wasn’t its original color, I would have slapped some white paint over it,” he laughs.

Besides his white Jeep Wrangler, Gotti also owns a Porsche Panamera, Porsche 911, an Oldsmobile Cutlass and his newest baby, a RollsRoyce Ghost. “My Porsche 911 is classy in white but its red guts give it character,” he describes.

“It definitely satisfies my need for speed and I can take off any moment in that thing. Then I go from my two-door 911 to the four-door Porsche Panamera when it’s family time. That’s one of my favorite cars at the moment.”

His Cutlass was blue when he first bought it, but he stripped it down, both inside and out, to create a perfect all-white old school. It took six months and about $95K to get it to his exact specifications, which include a white leather interior with red accents, a massive sound system, newly built chromed-out engine and a fresh paint job.

The Wrangler is his summer vehicle that he likes to hit the Memphis streets in. According to Gotti, it’s the “perfect vehicle to have when the weather gets warm.” And because everyone knows about his all-white fleet, Gotti gets noticed in whatever car he’s driving in by his Memphis fans. “I feel I’m a representation of my

Pictured here, Gotti’s Porsche 911 sits on 20” Forgiato Wheels and above, his Porsche Panamera sits on 22” Forgiato Wheels with Pirelli tires.

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city, so I have to go hard in everything I do and that includes my rides,” he says. “Everything I do for the area is positive. Like, I came from nothing and now I’m something and showing them and motivating them to do the same.”

And his best advice to all his Memphis fans is simple because it’s something he makes sure to remember every day he wakes up. “You have to live life to the fullest. If you want something, you have to go out and get it. You shouldn’t believe that things will just come to you because that’s not reality. You have to make your dreams come true and remember anything is possible.

Just look at me!”

Gotti’s all-white Oldsmobile Cutlass features white leather interior with red accents, a massive sound system, newly built chromed-out engine and a fresh paint job.

The Jeep Wrangler is Gotti’s “perfect vehicle to have when the weather gets warm.”

SOURCES YO GOTTI WWW.YOGOTTIMUSIC.COM @YOGOTTIKOM

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FORGIATO WHEELS WWW.FORGIATO.COM

ASANTI WHEELS WWW.ASANTIWHEELS.COM

PIRELLI TIRES WWW.PIRELLI.COM

LEXANI WHEELS WWW.LEXANI.COM

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NEW YORK AUTO SHOW APRIL 5 - 7, 2013

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PHOTOS: MIKE WIATRAK

he New York International Auto Show always showcases the latest and greatest in automotive design and technology, and DUB was there for all the action at this year’s show. The 2013 Monster Energy DUB Show Tour NYC stop was held from April 5th-7th and provided the show’s guests even more four-wheeled masterpieces for their eyes to feast on. Held at the Jacob Javits Center, the show featured a variety of rides from some of the area’s prominent shops, as well as fun and interactive booths.

Action Tire displayed Ice-T’s Bentley GT and the old school rapper even came out and made

an appearance. The DUB Edition Toyota Avalon was looking sleek and sophisticated in Toyota’s booth. Martino Auto Concepts brought out some fine rides, including a Ferrari Enzo, McLaren, two Lambos, Rolls-Royce and some BMWs. Their display had a live DJ from local radio station Power 105.1 spinning.

Guests also got to indulge in free Monster Energy DUB Edition Ballers Blend samples and were offered free giveaways all weekend thanks to Proline Car Stereo. Sony car audio was on hand with some amazing show cars dressed in Sony products, while Donz Wheels brought out a nice collection to showcase their wheels styles. MHT displayed Niche wheels and their off-road Fuel Wheels on some neck-breaking extreme Jeeps that made you want to hit the dirt, while others got to sit and check out the latest offerings from Harley-Davidson. Throughout the entire show, DJ Rush and DJ Astar provided the soundtrack for the weekend’s festivities.

We’d like to thank all of our wonderful sponsors for helping make this year’s New York stop so great: Monster Energy, Toyota Avalon, Nitto Tire, Harley-Davidson, UFC, Sony, DUB Garage, TIS, Dropstars, “DUB Magazine Project,” “DUB Latino,” Motiv and Gear.

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1. Martino Auto Concepts McLaren on the main stage 2. A jam-packed DUB Show inside NYIAS 3. 2013 DUB Edition Toyota Avalon debut 4. Sony Car Audio model photo-ops 5. All-new Harley-Davidson bikes on display 6. Beautiful Harley-Davidson ladies giving away a FREE bike 7. Niche Road Wheels track-ready Porsche GT2 8. Ice-T and his Bentley GT inside the massive Action Tire booth 9. Martino Auto Concepts’ Beauty and the Beast 10. Donz Wheels Jag 11 & 12. Monster Energy Girls signing and sampling 13. Martino Auto Concepts’ Mean Green M3 inside the Monster Energy booth 14. Non-stop traffic gawking at the 2013 DUB Edition Toyota Avalon

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1. More Rolls-Royce luxury provided by Martino Auto Concepts 2. A rare look at Martino Auto Concepts’ Ferrari Enzo saying hello 3. Thirsty show goers treated to Monster Energy drinks all weekend long 4. Toyota Avalon giveaways kept fans coming back for more 5. Martino Auto Concepts’ massive fleet of custom rides 6. Sony’s Mercedes-Benz in a stunning matte blue finish 7. Sweet Proline Car Stereo models 8. Plenty of Harley-Davidson demo bikes kept fans on two wheels 9. & 10. Liberty VIP Car Club 11. Donz Wheels’ booth filled with luxury and exotics

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1. Rear end of DONZ Wheels’ Lambo 2. Harley-Davidson models kept busy with the free bike contest 3. DJ Norie sitting in executive style 4. Niche Road Wheels Sports’ cars and latest wheel offerings

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WORDS: RAMON GONZALES PHOTOS: STEPHANIE BUENO, STEVEN ORTIZ, CLINTON LUM, PAUL PABLO, GARY PHUNG, EVOLVE PHOTOGRAPHY

LOS ANGELES APRIL 7, 2013

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he second stop of the 2013 DUB Show Tour descended on the Los Angeles Convention Center on April 7th and was met by thousands eager to soak in the experience.

Showcasing quintessential Southern California car culture, the Toyota Avalon Presents the Monster Energy DUB Show Tour Fueled by Nitto and Featuring the Boost Mobile Concert Series DUB Show Los Angeles also coupled automotive eye candy with some of hip-hop’s biggest names. The Sunday matinee boasted heavyweights, including performances from Big Sean, Tyga, and B.o.B.

Anchoring the corners of the convention floor, luxury imports on 26’’, 28”, even 30” rims were staged opposite candy-painted Lowriders on 13” wire rims. Synonymous with custom automotive culture, the show managed to pool a unique, even more specific, subculture among car enthusiasts that would allow vintage classics to exist side by side with a Honda Civic with Lamborghini doors.

And, as always, all of So. Cal’s greatest car clubs came out to represent, including Swift, Nokturnal, Xplizit, German Folk, and loads of Lowrider clubs like Lifestyle, SouthSide, Imperials and Elite. Two Lowrider highlights were Gypsy Rose from Imperials and El Rey from Elite.

Besides all the candy-coated rides, guests also enjoyed numerous booths from various vendors like RDB, Cyclepath, Galpin Auto Sport (G.A.S.), Sanctiond, Clarion, Roadstarr, Lexani, Concept One, HRE Wheels, Stance Wheels, Vertini Wheels, ACE Wheels, LRG Rims, Pioneer, 2Crave, Savini Forged, A.R.E and more!

The Toyota Avalon booth debuted two new 2014 DUB Edition Avalons in white and candy burgundy, as well as gave fans a chance to win a set of Nitto tires and TIS 20” wheels! The Monster Energy booth quenched guests’ thirst with the new DUB Edition Monster Energy drinks, including the Ballers Blend flavor and did a giveaway for a custom Monster Energy Cap by Bespoke Cut & Sew. The DUB Garage booth featured new TIS, Dropstars, Monster Energy Edition, Motiv and Gear wheels on sick rides riding on Nitto tires.

For sure, the unifying theme of the afternoon was unequivocally, style. But none of it would have been possible without our gracious sponsors! Special shout outs to our Los Angeles sponsors, including Monster Energy, Toyota Avalon, Nitto Tire, Boost Mobile UFC, DUB Garage, TIS, Dropstars, “The DUB Magazine Project,” “DUB Latino,” Motiv and Gear.

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1. Monster Energy was packed all day 2. The stunning Monster Energy ladies rocking Bespoke Cut & Sew snap backs. 3. Big Sean autograph session with Monster Energy 4. Kid Ink photo-op and autographs with Monster Energy 5. UFC’s Cisco Rivera hanging tough with the Monster Energy crew 6. Back-to-back “Best of Show” champion, La Reina 7. The line in front of the South Hall was steady all day 8. Best of Show “El Rey” courtesy of Elite CC 9. RDB LA showcasing the infamous Batventador 10. RDB LA’s custom-wrapped matte black Lamborghini Aventador with DMC body kit 11. 2013 DUB Edition Toyota Avalon in matte pearl white was a hit with the fans 12. RDB LA/GFG’s fierce Ferrari 458

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1. The boys at Galpin Auto Sports brought out a variety of their customs like this racy Ford Mustang 2. The Mystery Machine was a hit with fans old and young 3. The lovely ladies at Savini kept the fans coming back for more 4. G.A.S. brought out the exotic Aston Marin V12 Vantage Carbon 5. Savini’s signature Lamborghini Murci 6. Savini’s show and go Ford Mustang 7. Clyde Carson hanging out with fans at the Toyota Avalon booth 8. 2013 DUB Edition Toyota Avalon in Candy Burgundy and chrome 9. The Toyota Avalon girls kept attendees informed on everything Avalon 10. B.o.B. signing autograph session with Toyota Avalon 11. Xplizit Car Club Camaro. 12. Tiarra Luxury Grilles and Swit Car Club H2. 13. TS Designs’ taught Widebody 101 at the show

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1. Lexani’s Ferrari 599 sporting the new LF wheels 2. Ferrari 458 rocking the new LF wheels like a boss 3. Pioneer’s new MIXTRAX demo van built by Five Axis 4. Donz and Rennen showcased their new wheel designs 5. Roadstarr’s SLS Roadster, BMW M6 and Lamborhini Aventador front and center 6. UFC ring girls Arianny Celeste and Brittney Palmer meet and greet with Toyo Tires 7. Vertini Wheels dynamic duo stopped the crowd.

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1. DUB Garage showcased wheels for every occasion 2. HRE’s new wheels on the Ghost turned heads 3. HRE Wheels’ display showcasing their new wheels 4. The lovely ladies of Mach Wheels 5. Coker Tire and South Side Car Club on the main aisle 6. Xplizit Car Club’s full-sized bed dancer 7. The clean ‘56 Rag from Southside was one of the first rides to see at the show 8. AKA Euro’s Copper Edition G-Wagon 9. RCee’s Barbershop served fresh cuts all day 10. Pegasus’ and Sanctiond’s headspinning showcase 11. Estevan Oriol busted out with his refreshed ’64 12. Mister Cartoon’s ‘39 Chevy in the Sanctiond booth 13. Jesse Rendon’s “Best Harley-Davidson of Show” Softail Deluxe 14. German Folks Klub rolled out hard for their first DUB Show

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1. Concept One’s Nissan 370Z looked fast standing still 2. Nokturnal member Sin shows off his fleet of rides 3. AMF Forged Wheels showing off their latest goods 4. Guilty Pleasure from Imperials was picture perfect 5. The legendary Gypsy Rose 6. Lifestyle Car Club’s heavy hittin’ collection 7. Stance Wheels had the lovely Sally Miakior and Jocelyn Cano 8. Groupe Bombs’ clean ’54 Chevy

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ponsored by Boost Mobile and Monster Energy Drink, the main stage boasted a bombastic barrage of low-end beats kicked off by the Bay Area’s very own Clyde Carson.

Performing tracks in support of his most recent mixtape effort, S.T.S.A. [Something To Speak About], the hype of the afternoon got off to an early start as the opening notes of “Slow Down” blared through the speakers.

Stepping onstage shortly after, hometown prospect Kid Ink delivered a half hour of R&B soaked hip-hop that managed to smooth out the vibe, all while retaining the room’s energy. Among the more flammable selections “Bad Ass” and “Time Of Your Life” brought out the camera phones.

Hot on the heels of his F*ck Em, We Ball 212 mixtape release, Grand Hustle trailblazer B.o.B. brought a dose of Decatur, GA to Los Angeles, CA. Signature Southern draw in tow, the 24-year-old looked almost militant onstage, complete in his all-black outfit and solider-esque black boots.

Collaborating with pop staples the likes of Bruno Mars and Hayley Williams of Paramore, B.o.B. also churned out street anthems with Juicy J and T.I. His live set played out in much the same way. Harnessing a healthy combination of radio likability with trunk rattling bangers.

As the afternoon wound down, the energy continued to ratchet up (pun very much intended).

Los Angeles’ very own Tyga, has come a long way since “Rack City” and his 45-minute stage show got so hot, there was literally flames onstage, as a small monitor fire broke out midway through his set, yet there was no break in the action. Pulling girls onstage and delving into “Faded”, “I Do It For The Ratchets,” and “Make It Nasty,” Tyga performed a greatest hits compilation of current club anthems designed precisely to cause sex appeal to spill out onto the dance floor.

Closing out the night, Big Sean, at all of 25, reminded the Southern California base that there is a way to be West Coast and not have to make music about house shoes and 40-ounce bottles of

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A potent combination of car culture and musical style, there might not have been a better way to spend a Sunday.

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Called the “Dirt Sport,” BORLA’s Jeep Wrangler exhaust begins with the same straight-through muffler technology responsible for numerous BORLA racing wins at Baja, the Traxxas TORC Series and other racing venues. This patented design adds power, low-end torque and the distinctive BORLA “Sound of Power.” BORLA engineers tucked the piping up higher and

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Wilwood Engineering has recently introduced a new big brake kit for the 2007+ Jeep Wrangler JK. This entirely new kit features the latest in disc brake technology and includes Wilwood’s Forged Billet Superlite 4-piston calipers in black powder coat clamping down on oversized 14.00” x 1.25” GT asymmetrical face slot pattern rotors. The kit comes with aluminum hats, caliper mounting

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Westin’s Sportsman Winch Mount Grille Guard for the 2007-2010 Chevrolet Silverado is here. The winch tray mounts directly to the vehicle frame for strength and accommodates winches with a rated line pull of up to 12,000 lbs. It features 1.5” diameter tubing, thick rubber bumpers, light mount points for up to 4 auxiliary lights across the center bar, and has removable headlamp cages. Vehicle specific no-drill applications.

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AEV’s DualSport Suspension Systems for the Jeep Wrangler JK has taken off-road suspension engineering to the next level. At AEV, suspension development is about more than just adding lift height, articulation, or flashy-looking components. It’s about bringing OE-level suspension engineering to the aftermarket to create a true dual-purpose suspension – one that is both extremely capable off-road, while offering unparalleled on-road performance and handling.

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Expedition One brings to FJ Cruiser enthusiasts serious body armor protection that will allow them to blaze through any terrain unscathed.

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stainless steel dimpled tread plates give solid traction for climbing in and out of your FJ. MSRP: Front Bumper: $1,029.95 - $1,499.95, Rear Bumper: $855.95 - $1,499.95, Rocker Guards: $489.95 - $569.95

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The Fab Fours CHEVY 1500 Suburban / Tahoe winch bumper focuses on strength and durability.

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Tuff Country EZ-Ride Suspension’s lift kit for the 2009-2013 Ford F150 4WD uses an upper control arm design. This hot new lift kit is affordable and simple to install. It uses new tubular upper control arms along with upper coil/strut spacers to lift the front of the vehicle 3” and cast iron blocks while extended u-bolts lift the rear 2”.

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ICON VEHICLE DYNAMICS 5” - 8” STAGE 3 SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR 2011+ GM 2500HD / 3500 951.689.ICON | ICONVEHICLEDYNAMICS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/IVDSUSPENSION | @IVDSUSPENSION

The ICON 2011+ Chevy / GMC 2500HD / 3500 5” - 8” Stage 3 Suspension System with Torsion Relocation System (TRS) was engineered to offer superior ride quality, performance, component protection, and reliability all in one complete package for great on-or off-road handling and drivability. Included in this lift kit are: a heavy-duty boxed sub-frame with integrated differential and transmission skid plates, precision CNC-machined cast iron spindle knuckles, 5” to 8” adjustable lift height, front and rear V.S. 2.5 Series piggy back shocks, rear lift blocks with built-in bump stops, and torsion bar relocation brackets. ICON’s TRS System allows the factory torsion bar to remain in the factory location giving the center of the vehicle maximum ground clearance. MSRP: $4,331.99

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The General Grabber is born from competition.

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An aggressive stance with maximum traction, the WildPeak A/T stands out from the crowd, featuring a symmetric five-rib pattern and rigid block designs allowing for exceptional on-road response and optimized off-road handling, coupled with two stiff, extra-wide steel belts for stability. WildPeak A/T is a great all-purpose tire, capable of tackling anything in its way.

KEY SIZES: LT245/75R17, LT285/65R18, LT325/50R22, 37X13.5R24

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This is a hardworking, versatile tire offering onand off-road traction. TractiveGroove Technology offers enhanced traction in deep mud and snow, and self-cleaning shoulder blocks help provide excellent dirt, gravel and mud traction.

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The VorTrac design combines all of the features that make up a great all-terrain tire. It has a tight tread pattern that is well supported toward the base of the pattern for good stability and long tread life. It has a lot of siping to provide traction in wet weather, snow and ice conditions. Some of the features are designed to prevent large stone retention. All of this is brought into a design that is smooth and quite running along with good looks that will enhance the appearance of any vehicle.

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Tackle your favorite local trail or everyday urban work route with the AT-771. On rock, dirt, gravel, mud or asphalt, the AT-771’s unique tread pattern and sidewall lug design provide excellent allterrain traction, while decreasing pattern noise with multi-pitch noise reduction technology. To further improve off-road prowess, the AT-771 has a stiff but conformable carcass, with several key reinforcements for better stability and handling.

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Extreme off-roaders will appreciate the great ride and handling that this mud tire has on the highway. The MTZ has Mickey Thompson’s Power Ply sidewalls with a special angled third ply to give you high-performance handling, better puncture resistance, and improved towing capability.

The Pit Bull Tire Rocker XOR features an aggressive tread pattern that was designed to provide excellent traction and be a very capable handling tire for rough terrain. If you want a tough radial tire that will work in almost any terrain, then XOR radial is for you. It is available in many sizes and large overall diameters of up to 45 inches.

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The new Pro Comp Xtreme MT2 radial is designed for full-size trucks and SUVs that see a combination of on-and off-road use. No matter if it’s hauling heavy loads or exploring rugged terrain, the new Xtreme MT2 delivers the toughness and traction needed to get the job done. The Xtreme MT2 also comes standard with a 40,000-mile treadwear warranty.

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Toyo’s Open Country M/T mud terrain tire fits 15” through 24” wheels and includes flotation sizes in diameters up to 40 inches. Hook-shaped tread blocks and scalloped shoulder blocks deliver superior traction and handling both on-and offroad, while being one of the quietest mud terrain tires on the road.

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Designed to conquer any surface – from dunes to riverbeds, rocky terrain to the asphalt jungle – the Geolandar M/T+ mud-terrain tire provides unprecedented grip and incredible strength. Bajaproven – it’s the same tire 5-time off-road champ Heidi Steele races on – it features a progressive power shoulder with V-shaped scoops for improved grip and traction.

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This is the perfect subwoofer for all your spacechallenged installs. This little guy delivers big bass from spaces other larger diameter flat woofers won’t fit. The SW6.5 is hand-built in the USA with the same high-temperature materials found in their higher power handling subs. MSRP: $199.00

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Unique to the Power Reference PRX range is the top-mounted controls that are covered by a removable top plate. For setting up the amplifier with convenience, the controls are easily accessible on the top of the chassis. After the initial set up is complete, the top panel is installed, giving the amplifier a sleek, clean look.

All models include a dash-mountable remote level control, enabling the user to have fingertip control of the output of the amp. High-and lowlevel inputs enable the PRX amplifiers to be easily integrated into any vehicle. The built-in 45Hz Bass Boost is adjustable from 0-12dB for extra emphasis on bass. MSRP: $399.00

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2012 JEEP WRANGLER JK UNLIMITED PHOTOS: ROMAN RACELA

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ioneer Electronics wanted a unique vehicle for the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV and chose a Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited to showcase a few of their exciting new products.

Luckily, one of the guys at DUB Magazine had one already in the works. What started as a slow build project to create an off-road worthy beast with refined street manners turned into a mad scramble to build a demo car to beat the SEMA deadline.

DUB’s own Roman Racela led the project and employed the help of the DUB Garage team for the custom audio system; Street Image Performance for the installation of the BDS Suspension, Fab Fours bumpers and Magnaflow exhaust system; and American Overland Expedition for installs on accessories, gears and more suspension work. As a team, they quickly transformed it into a demo car for Pioneer Electronics just in time for opening

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day of the 2012 SEMA Show. Pioneer’s AVHX5500BHS 2-DIN MIXTRAX Multimedia DVD Receiver was chosen for the off-road build, along with three pairs of Pioneer TS-A1605C 6.5” component speakers, three Pioneer TS-W260S4 10” Champion series subwoofers, two Pioneer GM-D8604 1,200W 4-Channel amps and one Pioneer GM-D8604 1,600W mono amp. The DUB Garage team opted to coat the custom sub enclosure, component speaker pods and amp rack for the system in Line-X to provide both protection from the elements as well as texture that complements the build visually.

According to Andy Canaza, DUB Garage’s master fabricator, the custom sub enclosure isn’t a typical square shape, but oval, since the team felt it stood out more. “We didn’t want your typical square box that everybody builds,” he says. “We wanted to make everything stand out and thought an oval shape would make a bigger impact visually. While it was harder to build, the finished product really pops.” The face of the box also features a fiberglass insert, which adds to the flair of the custom enclosure, as well as features Pioneer’s 3D logo.

The entire system retails for about $3,000, adds Paul Chongkolnun, Pioneer’s Senior Brand Marketing Specialist. “There’s about $8,000 in installation and labor, so the total price of the build is around $11,000. He also adds that the sub enclosure is fit for a Jeep because it’s durable, loud and ready to “take on anything you throw at it,” while the GM-D series amps are powerfully efficient and also matches the entire build.

Since the show, the Jeep has seen some serious off-road destinations which tested the vehicle’s performance capabilities and mobile audio’s high fidelity. “It was really fun driving it

through rugged terrain and it was surprising to discover how everything in the Jeep complemented each other,” Racela admits. “The BDS Suspension with Fox Shox handled anything Death Valley threw at it, and Falken’s 36” WildPeak A/T tires gave me confidence to push the Jeep faster without worrying about getting a flat tire, while the Fab Fours body armor made me feel safe against any obstacles. But the Pioneer sound system puts this Jeep over the top. I was blasting some Queens of The Stone Age through its three 10-inch subwoofers and six pairs of speakers and they sort of injected adrenaline in my veins that pressed me to drive faster with little fear of the consequences. You know it’s a pretty powerful sound system when it drowns out the loud growl of the Magnaflow off-road exhaust!”

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TECH SPECS: 2012 JEEP WRANGLER JK UNLIMITED POWERTRAIN • 3.6L Pentastar V6 Engine • 300HP (estimated) • 275 lb-ft Torque (estimated) • K&N Filter Cold Air Intake • Magnaflow High Clearance Off-Road “Rockcrawler” Design Exhaust • 5-speed Automatic Transmission w/ Hill Descent Control • 4.56 G2 Axle & Gear • AEV ProCal Module MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM • Pioneer AVH-X5500BHS 2-DIN MIXTRAX Multimedia DVD Receiver • Pioneer TS-A1605C 6.5” Component Speakers (3 pairs) • Pioneer TS-W260S4 10” Champion Series Subwoofer (3 drivers) • (2) Pioneer GM-D8604 1,200-Watt 4-Channel Amplifiers • Pioneer GM-D8604 1,600-Watt Mono Amplifier • Line-X Coated Custom Subwoofer Enclosure • Line-X Coated Custom Component Speaker Enclosure • Line-X Coated Custom Amplifier Rack INTERIOR • Custom Black and Silver Heated Leather Seats

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For summer wheelin’, the hard top is removed and the doors are swapped out with Smittybilt SRC tubular doors with Rampage side mirrors to give the Jeep a different look.

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TECH SPECS: 2012 JEEP WRANGLER JK UNLIMITED EXTERIOR • Matte Black Hood and Grille Vinyl Wrap • Bushwacker Flat Style Fender Flares • Fab Fours Stubby Winch Bumper w/ Grille Guard • Fab Fours Rear Bumper w/ Tire Carrier • Fab Fours 4-Door Rock Sliders • T-Max Off-Road Series 8,500lbs. Winch SUMMER TOPLESS CONVERSION • Rampage Side Mirrors • Smittybilt SRC Front Tubular Doors • Smittybilt SRC Rear Tubular Doors SUSPENSION • BDS Suspension 4.5” Long Arm Suspension Lift w/ Fox Shox 2.0 High Performance Shocks WHEELS & TIRES • 16X8 Red Arrow Wheels C905C • G2 Axle & Gear 1.5” Wheel Spacers • Falken WildPeak A/T LT325/80R16

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OFF-ROAD RACING EVENTS

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ince most of our readers are into big tires and wheels, let us introduce you to a different variety of big tires and wheels. The off-road truck scene has seen a steady increase in popularity for the past few years and has now invaded our ranks. Here are some events to satisfy your appetite for dirt-devouring rides and why you should go check out these events, live!

1. GENERAL TIRE MINT 400 WWW.THEMINT400.COM

The Mint 400 is an annual endurance rally near Las Vegas, Nevada. This event is currently the largest off-road race in the world with more than 300 hundred race teams. The Mint 400 begins with vehicle inspections at the Fremont Street district of Downtown Las Vegas, which is then followed by the race around a 100-mile race loop in the scorching Nevada desert. This event has attracted some of the most well known names in motorsports racing, such as Parnelli Jones, Al Unser and Rick Mears, as well as off-road champions Mickey Thompson, Ivan Stewart and Walker Evans, to name a few. TV star and Rolex 24-Hours of Daytona veteran Patrick Dempsey won his race class this year.

The Mint 400 - Photo: Mad Media

2. SCORE BAJA 500 & 1000

WWW.SCORE-INTERNATIONAL.COM The SCORE Baja 500 and Baja 1000 are off-road races that take place on Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula. Both rallies are part of the SCORE Championship Desert Racing Series. Various types of vehicles are allowed to compete on the same course, which include large bore motorcycles, Baja Bugs, buggies, trucks, and custom fabricated race vehicles. Notable race entrants include late silverscreen great and racer Paul Newman, who competed in 2004 at age 80; legendary actor Steve McQueen; TV star Patrick Dempsey; NASCAR’s Robby Gordon and Jimmie Johnson; X Games superstar and NASCAR driver Travis Pastrana; CART/IndyCar’s Parnelli Jones, Rick Mears, Johnny Unser and Jimmy Vasser; Rally’s Rod Millen, offroad racing champions Larry Ragland, Walker Evans, Ivan Stewart and Mickey Thompson. BJ Baldwin won the Baja 1000 in November 2012 in his Monster Energy Chevy Trophy Truck.

Baja 500 & 1000 - Photos: Art Eugenio with GetSomePhoto

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3. GRIFFIN KING OF THE HAMMERS WWW.ULTRA4RACING.COM

The GRIFFIN King of the Hammers (KOH) is a desert endurance race that started in 2007 and has gained popularity year after year. This annual event held in Johnson Valley’s Means Dry Lake bed in Southern California turns this barren desert into a party oasis every February. The race vehicles used at KOH are known as Ultra4 vehicles, which are capable of speeds over 100 mph for desert sections, but still have ultra low gear ratios for technical rock crawling. Racers cover 165 miles of brutal off-road terrain around a 60-mile race loop that includes a rock course.

King of the Hammers - Photos: Jake West (Raceline Wheels) and Tim Coltey (Nitto Tires)

4. LUCAS OIL OFF ROAD RACING SERIES WWW.LUCASOILOFFROAD.COM

The Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) is a short course off-road racing series that features events in the West Coast. LOORRS has 11 race vehicle classes comprised of 2WD and 4WD trucks and buggies. If you love the loud, fast and highflying atmosphere of Supercross, then LOORRS truck racing is an event that you may not want to miss. Many MX, SX and FMX heroes have crossed over to short course truck racing, such as Metal Mulisha’s Brian Deegan, Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg, Carey Hart, Ryan Beat and MX/SX champion Jeremy McGrath.

LOORRS - Photos: Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series SST - Photo: Stadium Super Trucks

5. SPEED ENERGY STADIUM SUPER TRUCKS WWW.STADIUMSUPERTRUCKS.COM

NASCAR and off-road racing veteran Robby Gordon’s new short course indoor off-road truck series kicked off this year in Phoenix, Arizona on April 6th with its promised high-flying race. Just like the LOORRS race series, the SPEED ENERGY Stadium Super Truck (SST) series has that loud, fast and high-flying atmosphere of Supercross... the difference being is that LOORRS is raced outdoors while SST is inside a stadium. Notable names competing in this series include former AMA MX champion and IndyCar racer Jeff Ward; 4Wheel Parts CEO and off-road racer Greg Adler; Championship Off-Road Racing (CORR) champion Rob MacCachren; AMA SX/MX champion and The Off-Road Championship (TORC) champion Ricky Johnson; and Winter X Games Gold Medalist in Snowboard Cross (SBX) and TORC series 2011 “Stock Truck” Rookie of the Year Nick Baumgartner.

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PROFILE

OFF-ROAD RACER

JIM RILEY WWW.AZUNIATEQUILA.COM |

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PHOTOS: MAD MEDIA

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zunia Tequila CEO Jim Riley isn’t your typical businessman. On weekdays, he’s ready for corporate American life, but on weekends, he’s race-ready thanks to his burning passion for off-road racing. Riley does everything in life in a big way, and off-road racing is no exception to the rule for the Ladera Ranch, CA native.

Riley was introduced to racing by Cameron Steele, who welcomed him into his racing family and helped fuel his love for the sport. By day two, the sport was in his blood. He started racing Trophylite professionally three years ago under Team Azunia, and it wasn’t long after that when he won his first race, taking home first in Trophylite in the 2010 BITD Vegas to Reno race with General Tire teammate Rick L. Johnson. He then followed that up with his first place win in Class 7-2 at the Baja 1000, which was the first time in Baja history that a Trophylite Truck won in that class. That same year, he went on to place at the 2010 Henderson 250 and SNORE Midnight Special.

TECH SPECS: TROPHYLITE R8 FORD RAPTOR • • • •

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Foutz Motorsports Chassis 400cc 430hp Ford Engine Culhane Transmission, Performance Turbo 400 Fox Shox 22” wheel travel front and Fox Shox 33” wheel travel rear suspension Wilwood Disc Brakes Method Race Wheels General Tire Grabber 37x12.50R17

SPONSORS • Azunia Tequila • General Tire • Rigid Lighting • Method Race Wheels • Kreed Sunglasses • Lucas Oil • Ford Racing • Fox Shox

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In 2011, he took home first place at the NORRA 2011 and 2012 in the Vintage Class. He continues to fight his way to the top of the podium and continues to live the theory behind his tequila brand—“Celebrate the Adventures of Life.”

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PROFILE

OFF-ROAD RACER

RYAN BEAT WWW.HARTANDHUNTINTON.COM |

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yan Beat’s determination, tenacity and work ethic makes him a top contender in the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series (LOORRS), having bridged the gap between motorcycles and race trucks quickly. The 26-yearold California native is a third generation driver that races for Hart and Huntington Off-Road.

With more than 12 amateur championships and five years spent racing AMA Supercross, Beat transitioned over to racing a Trophy Kart at the Trophy Kart World Champions after sustaining an intense injury from racing motorcycles. He finished third that day, and eventually went on to eight wins and 10 podiums the following year before moving on to the LOORRS Series.

To date, Beat has had a young, but successful career in short-course racing. In just two years, he posted numerous podium finishes as well as his first career LOORRS win at Wildwest Motorsports Park in Reno, Nevada last fall. Moving from two wheels to four wheels seems to agree with Beat but it’s certainly not a task that comes easy to many. Especially when

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Full 1.75 tubular chromoly chassis 500hp Nogrady MOPAR race engine ATD Turbo 400 Transmission Fox Shox with 14” of wheel travel General Grabber LT265/76R16 16” Method Racing race wheels

SPONSORS • Hart & Huntington • Lunarpages Web Hosting • General Tire • Loanmart • Rockstar Energy • Fox Shox • Method Race Wheels • ATD Transmissions • Nogrady Racing • Black Rhino • PMG Wraps

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you consider the skill set needed to race in shortcourse racing.

Off-track Beat is just as dedicated. He has successfully developed, designed and built all of his own race vehicles and goes to the Hart and Huntington shop every day to work on his truck.

And when he’s not in his Hart and Huntington machine, Beat is rolling through town in his 2010 lowered 4-door Chevy truck on 22” wheels with red letter General Tire Grabbers.

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TEAM NITTO PHOTOS: TIM COLTEY OF NITTO TIRE

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itto has made an aggressive commitment to the Ultra4 Racing series as the Presenting Sponsor and sponsor of six racing teams. That impressive roster includes 2012 Ultra4 series champion Nick Nelson and 2009 King of the Hammers (KOH) Champion Jason Scherer, to name a few. The Nitto sponsorship also includes the striking championship rings for the winning driver and co-driver.

The Ultra4 Racing Series has drivers compete in a wide variety of challenging terrain that ranges from endurance desert racing to competitionstyle rock crawls to short course racing. These races are held on both public lands and in private motorsports parks across the country.

DEREK WEST - #4420

Derek West formed Team Crush Motorsports in 2003 with Ritchie Keller for competition in local off road events and has now become recognized as one of the top off-road racing teams in the nation with many accomplishments: four east coast series championships, two national titles in rock-crawling and two east coast series titles in XRRA in 2008 and 2009.

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K-Spec tires • ATX Wheels NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS • 1st place Ultra4 Rausch Creek Right

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JASON SCHERER #76

As a Danville, CA native, Jason Scherer has been competing professionally for the last 12 years.

He first started rock crawling as a hobby and now competes in a variety of races, including King of the Hammers, Rock Racing and Desert Racing Ultra4. He’s taken home multiple rock crawling championships and the 2009 King of the Hammers. Since Scherer made his off-road debut in 2002, his 12 career wins place him highest among active drivers all-time wins list for the number of races entered. He has also earned four championships, something that takes consistency and determination.

VEHICLE • PSC-Rubicon Express- NITTO Tire

Rock Racer SPECS • LS6 600WHP 550TQ engine • Fox Shox • Custom IFS suspension • Nitto Trail Grappler K-Spec

40x13.50R17 Tires • Method Race Wheels NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS • King of the Hammers • 1st place Ultra 4 Metal Cloak

Nor Cal Stampede SPONSORS • Nitto Tire • Rubicon Express • PSC Steering • Fox Shox • Spidertrax Axles • Method Race Wheels • Red Line Oils WWW.RAGE4TH.COM

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NICK NELSON - #4404

Nick Nelson and his team from Nick Nelson Motorsports hail from the Ultra4 racing community, racing both desert and rock endurance style events, based out of Las Vegas, NV. The team was founded in 2010 and has been racing competitively since.

VEHICLE • Jimmys 4x4 NITTO Tire Rock Racer SPECS • LS6 600WHP 550TQ engine • Radflo Shocks • Custom Jimmys 4x4 suspension • 40x13.50R17 Nitto Trail Grappler

K-Spec tires • ATX Wheels NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS • 2012 Ultra4 National Champion SPONSORS • NITTO Tire • Jimmys 4x4 • ATX Wheels • Radflo Shocks • Warrior Lifestyle • Fig Speed

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I FEEL [THE SPORT] IS THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN MOTORSPORTS…”

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“BALLISTIC” BJ BALDWIN

OFF-ROAD RACING’S CHAMP WORDS: KRISTIE BERTUCCI PHOTOS: JOHN PANGILINAN / ACTION SHOTS BY BRYAN MOORE

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or off-road enthusiasts, unpaved roads provide an exciting adventure filled with dirt roads, twists and turns, sand dunes and so much more. It’s a chance to test the limits of their 4x4 vehicles, as well as run free on the open road. Now imagine the thrill of it all, yet only 100 times better…

That’s what off-road racer “Ballistic” BJ Baldwin experiences each time he suits up for a race or goes out for a practice run in one of his prerunner rigs. “I feel that off road racing is the best kept secret in motorsports,” he confesses.

“I’ve been in different kinds of race cars, rally cars, drift cars, and even stock cars. Nothing is even close to being as cool as riding in a trophy truck.

You don’t know how amazing it is until you’ve gone

for a ride. It’s incredible how fast these vehicles can go even on the roughest terrain imaginable.”

As a young kid, he started following several forms of racing, but took a particular interest with long distance off-road racing after watching the Baja 1000 on TV and then began following the off-road sport religiously. Looking up to legends in the sport like Ivan Stewart, Larry Ragland, Robby Gordon and Rob MacCachren, Baldwin first started out racing off-road buggies before making the jump to the premier Trophy Truck division—the most elite and fastest vehicles in off-road racing.

But the transition wasn’t the easiest for the passionate off-roading competitor.

“The best way to describe it is like being a pro snowboarder and then trying to be a pro skier,”

he describes. “It’s basically the same surface, but things are very different. It took some time for me to learn, but I had a great mentor help me through the transition, racing icon Larry Ragland.

He taught me about maintaining speed through corners, car control and making the truck go faster without hurting it mechanically.” Thanks to Ragland’s help, Baldwin was able to win his first Championship and hasn’t looked back since, winning countless races throughout the duration of his career, not to mention numerous sponsors like Monster Energy and Toyo Tires.

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difficult sands of the Mojave Desert at speeds over 140 mph before jumping the sports car.

Capable of 850 bhp, the trophy truck was entirely designed on a computer before it was built.

“The good part about off-road racing is that everybody has a different theory about what’s going to work,” he says. “You get all types of different configurations with trophy trucks that have different suspensions, engine

and transmission layouts, and even different drivetrains.” But Baldwin only spends minimal time in his precious trophy truck since it’s only together about 20 days out of the year since after each race it’s completely disassembled and inspected. It gets a rebuilt motor, rebuilt transmission, rebuilt shocks and has all the wiring and the suspension checked for cracks or faults. It’s then assembled from the ground up before every single race.

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Capable of 850 bhp, the trophy truck was entirely designed on a computer before it was built.

To practice his strategy come race day, Baldwin uses his prerunners, either a Chevy Silverado or ’79 Chevy Blazer, which are similar to a trophy truck but have a steel cab and amenities like air conditioning, working doors and windows, and a radio. “We basically take the vehicles out and go around the track a few times leading up to a race and input our course notes on the onboard computer, which are later downloaded to the onboard computer in the actual trophy truck,” he

says. “This helps significantly in a desert race that is 500 or 1,000 miles when you never see the same turn twice. We only get one shot at executing every corner perfectly. Good notes also help us avoid danger.”

But when he’s not in his prerunners or trophy truck, Baldwin can be seen around Las Vegas, NV driving either his 2010 Dodge 3500 Crew Cab or cruising in his Nissan GT-R. “I call the Dodge my ‘Trophy Diesel’ because it really looks like a

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trophy truck and has the same livery as my race vehicle,” he says. “It has huge 39” Toyo tires on it, and a custom Carli suspension. It’s usually my main truck since it gets 25 mpg, which is really good considering the gas prices.”

While he may opt for his truck more than often, he still gives his Nissan GT-R equal love and admires the way it drives. “It’s as if it’s stapled to the ground. It handles like a real road race car,

stops very quickly and it accelerates violently,” Baldwin admits. Adding that he’s a pretty aggressive driver overall a couple times a year he gets busted for it. “I can get away with it except for maybe twice a year,” he laughs. “Las Vegas is not nearly as saturated with traffic enforcement police officers as other cities. Having a few friends in law enforcement never hurts.”

And to pacify his innate race mentality, Baldwin invested in some performance modifications to get the GT-R up to par with a custom tune, custom exhaust, bigger fuel pump and high performance fuel injectors. “I love all cars but the cool thing about the GT-R is that with just a few modifications it and it can easily outperform other super cars that cost 5 times as much.” he boasts. “The performance of a slightly modified GT-R is much greater than that of a Lamborghini Aventador or any Ferrari.”

Baldwin also mentions that it’s a forgiving car that isn’t difficult to drive, even for novices.

“I’ve had a Mustang with 1,000 hp and other fast cars that I wouldn’t let anybody drive because they’re difficult to maneuver and you really have to be a driver to be able to control it, especially aggressively. But with the GT-R, you can pretty much drive like a fool and you wouldn’t lose control because of its on-board computers and stability systems.” According to him the GT-R is very well engineered and it’s one of the fastest, best handling vehicles he’s driven. But in the end, nothing beats the adrenaline rush off-road racing, hours of precision driving on the roughest terrain as he racks up more championships.

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Baldwin takes out his prerunners to scope out tracks and then input course notes on the onboard computer, which are later downloaded to the onboard computer in the actual trophy truck.

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Check out Baldwin’s 850-horsepower Monster Energy trophy truck do amazing things in his #RECOIL video at youtube.com/monsterenergy.

TECH SPECS: TROPHY TRUCK CHASSIS: All tube chassis built from 2 inch 4130 chromoly.

BODY: Lightweight Fiberglass Chevy Silverado ENGINE: 458 inch Kroyer Racing small block engine TRANSMISSION: Kroyer Powertrain Turbo 400 HORSEPOWER: 850 TORQUE: 690 CURB WEIGHT: 6,390 lbs.

TOP SPEED: 145mph STANDING QUARTER MILE: 12.1 seconds 104mph FRONT SUSPENSION: Independent A-arm type. 26 inches of travel.

After every race, Mister Cartoon’s Sanctiond line keeps Baldwin’s truck in showroom shiny condition.

REAR SUSPENSION: 4 link Solid rear axle. 34 inches of travel.

DAMPENING: King Shocks 4.5 inch quadruple bypassv

SOURCES BJ BALDWIN WWW.BJBALDWIN97.COM @BJBALDWIN97 MONSTER ENERGY WWW.MONSTERENERGY.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MONSTERENERGY @MONSTERENERGY

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SANCTIOND WWW.SANCTIOND.COM FACEBOOK.COM/SANCTIOND @SANCTIOND TOYO TIRES WWW.TOYOTIRES.COM FACEBOOK.COM/TOYOTIRES @TOYOTIRES

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A.R.E. X LEVEL 7 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA PHOTOS: ROMAN RACELA WORDS: DeANNE DeLUNA

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f the apocalypse ever happened or if AMC’s “Walking Dead” became a reality with flesheating zombies preying on helpless survivors, then the A.R.E. x Level 7 Toyota Tundra is the vehicle you’d want to have at your disposal.

Built by JR Posadas, the rugged off-road beast is made to sustain and tackle any environment and overcome practically any obstacle in its way.

Posadas used his military background as a starting point when designing the Tundra and wanted to create something that had never been done before, while still building a functional vehicle. The massive truck (with a 7” BDS lift with ICON Vehicle Dynamic shocks) even looks menacing with its grey paint scheme and limoblack tinted windows, while sitting on a set of 37” Nitto Mud Grappler Extreme Terrain tires with oneoff KMC XD Series wheels with OMF bead lock. The custom Expedition One front and rear bumpers can withstand just about anything, while the Level 7-built roof and tire racks can carry any extra supplies needed to haul ass from a dangerous zone. Its biohazard images make it known that it means business, while its bulletproof exterior 172 DUBMAG MAY/JUNE 2013

“THE MAIN FUNCTION OF THE TRUCK ISN’T ABOUT DOOMSDAY PREPPING. IT’S THE VEHICLE YOU’D WANT IF YOU NEEDED TO GET OUT OF TOWN REALLY FAST AND WITH LOTS OF AMMO.” – JR POSADAS

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The A.R.E. Z Series truck cap is designed to give trucks a sport utility look and is built for added protection.

will keep all its occupants safe from any barrage of gunshots. Inside, the truck includes suede headliners, interior LED lights and a custom center console that even has its own safe.

“Even though it’s meant to be a crazy build, I really don’t believe in zombies or the whole doomsday thing,” Posadas confesses, adding the truck’s following consists of numerous zombie and doomsday preppers despite the original purpose of his creation. “We get requests to go on doomsday talk shows, but we aren’t serious about it. The main function of the truck isn’t about doomsday prepping. It’s the vehicle you’d want if you needed to get out of town really fast and with lots of ammo.”

Besides the exterior modifications, Posadas also added loads of personal touches that include custom weapon boxes in the rear that can hold an array of guns, ammo and more. He even built a custom space for his Bushido sword, an old warrior style he admires. “It’s a ninja way of being a warrior that focuses on respect, honor and not having to destroy everything in your path,” he details. “A lot of cops look at the truck and recognize the sword, but if you don’t have that trained background, you wouldn’t know what it stands for.”

But Posadas doesn’t always fully showcase the truck’s capabilities, stating he only dresses it up with all of the weapons and accessories on selected occasions, such as its debut at the 2012 SEMA Show and photo shoots. “It’s only driven on special occasions. It’s a headache when driving it through LAX because the airport cops love going through the truck. We have to literally take out everything because of the checkpoints.”

The Level 7 Tundra actually features more than a dozen modifications and customizations, with many built by Posadas himself. He also enlisted the help of several sponsors, including A.R.E. “Because he knew about various military tactics, he was able to translate that experience in his build in order to make a unique vehicle,” notes Jose Reyna from A.R.E. “I knew he had a 174 DUBMAG MAY/JUNE 2013

The Level 7 Toyota Tundra features custom weapon boxes filled with ammo and an array of guns, as well as a special place for a Bushido sword, which will definitely come in handy in a sticky situation.

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TECH SPECS: A.R.E. X LEVEL 7 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA EXTERIOR • LED BMW door mod • Volant cool air intake • UV Line-X Truck Bed • Stubby Antennae • HID/LED headlights • HID/LED taillights • Level 7 roll cage, steps, tire rack and roof rack • Dynamat hoodliner • Optima X3 Yellow Tops Battery • DC Power high output alternator • TRD Exhaust w/ custom heat wrap • A.R.E. Z Series shell and bedslide • aFe Power air intake • Recon high-intensity strobe lights • PIAA wiper blades • ICON Vehicle Dynamics Omega Series Shocks • Level 7 side steps • Expedition One custom front and rear bumpers • Geri Cans • Warn Industries front and rear winches and power lead • Hellwig Sway Bar • BDS 7” suspension lift

lot of motivation and wanted to make something that would make people’s jaws drop, which is what made me want to work with him.”

The company offered their Z Series truck cap for the build, which is designed to give trucks a sport utility look. The Z Series fiberglass truck cap features an all-glass rear door and is color-matched to the Tundra. They also supplied a bed slide to make it easier to reach equipment inside without needing to climb in. All Posadas has to do is push a button to access anything housed in the back.

“We also supplied him with a bed rug and a Hellwig sway bar since he had so much equipment in the back that the ride needed to be stabilized,” Reyna says. “We have a great partnership with ReadyLift and helped Posadas get that from them. All of our products are special orders and everything was carefully installed on this truck. We paid extra attention to

details and made sure everything was reinforced because we wanted to make sure the shell stood up to whatever challenge it would be used for.”

Despite looking complete, Posadas isn’t done with the Level 7 build and hopes to add a few more modifications before this year’s SEMA Show. He’ll be adding metal mesh over the windows, integrating solar panels on top of truck so they won’t be seen and accompanying that with a power pack so that the vehicle can run electricity even if the car’s not running.

Besides the Toyota Tundra, Posadas is looking to expand his Level 7 company to include more functional 4x4 builds in the future, including a “Chevy practical off-road type” and a Porsche of some kind (he can’t disclose too much information on those projects yet) and hopes to create more unique vehicles that will serve its function “if you needed to be somewhere quick.”

WHEELS AND TIRES • 37” Nitto Mud Grappler Extreme Terrain Tires • One-off 37x13.50R20LT KMC DX Series Wheels w/ OMG Bead Locks INTERIOR • 714 Motorsports leather interior and steering wheel • WeatherTech floor mats • On-board computer system • Midland CB radio • Pioneer 7” AVIC-Z130BT touchscreen • JL Audio 13” TW5 600W subwoofer • (2) JL Audio mono-block 500W amp • JL Audio 4-channel 450W amp • Rockford Fosgate 3sixty 153 band processor • Focal K2 Power 165 KRX3 front and K2 Power 165 RX2 rear speakers • Clifford Apple iPhone alarm system • Logic Works iPhone diagnostic system • Central Channel Dyna-Pads • Suede healiners • LED glove box • LED lights – dome and map • Red floor lights • Custom center console, safe, pedals, floor mats • Tomahawk shifter

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SOURCES A.R.E. WWW.4ARE.COM LEVEL 7 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/LEVEL7BUILD NITTO TIRE WWW.NITTOTIRE.COM ICON VEHICLE DYNAMICS WWW.ICONVEHICLEDNAMICS.COM READYLIFT WWW.READYLIFT.COM PIONEER WWW.PIONEERELECTRONICS.COM CLIFFORD WWW.CLIFFORD.COM JL AUDIO WWW.JLAUDIO.COM

ROCKFORD FOSGATE WWW.ROCKFORDFOSGATE.COM FOCAL WWW.FOCAL.COM WEATHERTECH WWW.WEATHERTECH.COM RECON WWW.GORECON.COM AFE WWW.AFEPOWER.COM OPTIMA BATTERIES WWW.OPTIMABATTERIES.COM BDS SUSPENSIONS WWW.BDS-SUSPENSIONS.COM EXPEDITION ONE WWW.EXP-ONE.COM

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WORDS: DeANNE DeLUNA PHOTOS: ARMANDO VERDUGO

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s a company derived from the pure love of off-road excursions, Addictive Desert Designs (A.D.D.) for the past eight years has built unique, custom applications that are meant to be durable and provide added protection. What started out in an Arizona garage has now flourished into a top off-road accessories company that can build anything from a unique bolt-on bumper to a complete race truck.

To debut their latest Venom bumper kits, A.D.D. enlisted a 2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Supercrew truck from one of its loyal customers to showcase at the 2012 SEMA Show. And because the Ford F-150 was the 2012 SEMA Show Hottest Truck, A.D.D.’s model was one of the show’s most talked about builds for its subtle, yet impressive, modifications.

Having already done two previous builds for their customer, the client wanted more performance, wheel travel and good looks, while allowing A.D.D. to have free reign over the modifications. “We just keep pushing the envelope with every build,” says Jason Cobb, A.D.D.’s sales manager. “And this one in particular was meant to show off our new Venom bumper line for SEMA. With a Raptor, off-road performance is a must so we concentrated heavily on its off-roading capabilities and how the new line would fit into that.”

The Venom line consists of color-matched front and rear bumpers, chase rack and side steps, with the line featuring an aggressive race look to them while still providing functional protection. “You can see the difference between the Venom line and others we have because this one is simple and clean,” Cobb says. “Everything flows with the Raptor’s body lines, with some people even mistaking the truck as stock. This line is more subtle than others we offer.”

While many associate off-roading trucks with lifts, A.D.D. is more about performance and like to keep their trucks low to the ground for better handling, so they started with their long travel suspension kit (including front A-arm kit and tie-rod kit) in the front and added King 3.0 shocks. “The cool thing about the shocks is that they’re from King’s Black Series, so the reservoir is black instead of the normal aluminum color, and instead of their trademark blue on their rod ends, these are color matched to the wheels with green; the same thing with the Eibach Custom Dual Rate springs,” Cobb details.

The entire Raptor features a custom matte white wrap, and a SCT Performance Programmer, Airaid Performance Intake System and MBRP Black Series exhaust to enhance performance numbers. Other modifications include: A.D.D. custom projector headlamps, Recon rear blackedout headlights and custom powder-coated valve corners. To provide ultimate off-road handling on any terrain, General Tire Grabber AT “Red Letter” Race tires were added, while a set of Fuel custom wheels with color-matched OMF custom bead locks help round out exterior modifications. The interior features a MTX sound system, a custom

DVD system in the headrests and plush Italian leather on the seats with white racing stripes.

Although it may look like a basic truck to the naked eye, there is really nothing basic about A.D.D.’s Ford Raptor, which is exactly why everyone at SEMA was talking about it. “There’s no crazy graphics on it or anything that really makes it stand out other than all the Monster Green accents on it, but the fact that it wasn’t overdone is what people absolutely loved about it,” Cobb describes. “They couldn’t believe it was a Raptor and that it had the amount of wheel travel that it has based off its stance because it sits so low.” And compared to A.D.D.’s other truck that was displayed at SEMA, which had more graphics and was a bit more “cluttered,” the white Raptor was the build that people were admiring more, Cobb adds.

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TECH SPECS: 2012 FORD F-150 SVT RAPTOR SUPERCREW 6.2L V8 •

Airaid Performance Intake System

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SCT Performance Programmer

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MBRP “Black” Series Exhaust

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Stainless Works Headers with X Pipe

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A.D.D. Custom Projector Head Lamps

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Recon Rear Blacked Out Head Lights

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Custom Powder Coat Valve Covers

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Custom Italian Leather on Seats w/ White Racing Stripes

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MTX Thunder Elite AMP’s

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MTX Custom (3) 15” subwoofers

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MTX Custom OEM Speaker Replacement Package

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Custom DVD System in Headrests

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A.D.D. Venom Front Bumper w/ Custom Color Matched Logos, 20”LED Light Tabs

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A.D.D. Venom Rear Bumper w/ Custom Color Matched Logos, Dual 4”LED Light Mounts

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A.D.D. Venom Chase Rack w/ Custom Color Matched Logos, 50”LED Light Tabs, 30”LED Rear Facing Light Tabs

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A.D.D. Venom Side Steps w/ LED Green Light Strips, Color Matched Logos

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A.D.D. Long Travel Front A-Arm Kit

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A.D.D. Long Travel Tie Rod Kit

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A.D.D. Bed Cage Kit w/ Custom Tire Mount

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A.D.D. Long Travel Rear Suspension Kit

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A.D.D. Rear Bump Stop Kit

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King Shocks 3” Front w/ Black Remote Mounted Reservoir w/ Compression Adjusters

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Eibach Custom Dual Rate Spring, Custom Color Matched

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King Shocks 3” Rear Triple By-Pass 16”Shock w/ Black Reservoir

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Dunbar Custom A.D.D. Rear Leaf Spring +4

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A.D.D. Rear Shackle Kit

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King Shocks 2”x 4”Bump Stops

MTX WWW.MTX.COM

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General Tire Grabber AT “Red Letter”Race Tire (6 on truck)

GENERAL TIRE WWW.GENERALTIRE.COM

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Fuel Custom Wheel (6 on Truck)

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OMF Custom Beadlock Conversion (6 on Truck)

AIRAID WWW.AIRAID.COM

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A.D.D. Custom Bead Lock Rings, Custom Color Matched

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Custom Matte White Wrap (entire vehicle)

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SOURCES ADDICTIVE DESERT DESIGNS WWW.ADDICTIVEDESERTDESIGNS.COM @ADDOFFROAD WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ADDOFFROAD

SCT PERFORMANCE WWW.SCTFLASH.COM MBRP WWW.MBRP.COM

STAINLESS WORKS WWW.STAINLESSWORKS.NET RECON WWW.GORECON.COM KING SHOCKS WWW.KINGSHOCKS.COM FUEL WHEELS WWW.FUELOFFROAD.COM DUNBAR WWW.DUNBARSPRING.COM EIBACH SPRINGS WWW.PERFORMANCE-SUSPENSION.EIBACH.COM

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NEW RIDES

HOT NEW VEHICLES AND CONCEPTS

JEEP AND MOPAR REVEAL SIX NEW CONCEPT VEHICLES FOR THE 47TH ANNUAL MOAB EASTER JEEP SAFARI

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or this year’s Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah (held March 23-31), Jeep showcased a collection of new extreme off-roading vehicles that feature both production and prototype Jeep Performance Parts. All Jeep Performance Parts are specifically designed, built and quality tested to meet strict Jeep specifications, 4x4 capability, craftsmanship and

versatility to transform stock rides into more capable trail performers. The Easter Jeep Safari is attended by thousands of die-hard off-road enthusiasts looking to enjoy a week of wheeling on some of the nation’s most famous and challenging trails. Jeep and Mopar have teamed up since 2002 to create unique concept vehicles for enthusiasts who attend the popular Easter Jeep Safari.

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Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary hood Prototype LED headlamps Canvas soft top Swing-away rear tire carrier Color-matched rear corner guards

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Taillamp guards Jeep Performance Parts badge Mopar slush mats, black door-sill guards, locking below-floor storage box, side sun visor, grab handles, trailside winch kit

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Grand Cherokee SRT hood, modified SRT front and rear fascias for improved ground clearance Blacked-out front grille and matte black roof with one-off custom roof rails

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Mopar slush mats and rear cargo liner Non-metallic blood-orange paint

JEEP WRANGLER MOPAR RECON

Military-inspired, the Jeep Wrangler Mopar Recon is a pure beast. It’s powered by a 470-hp, 6.4-liter HEMI V8 crate engine that is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission and Dana 60 front and rear axles with 4.10 gearing. The axles are suspended by a 4.5” prototype long-arm lift kit. Proper footing is provided by 39” BFG Krawler T/A wrapped around a prototype set of Jeep Performance Parts 8-lug bead lock wheels. The interior features custom seats made from Navy blankets and Navy camouflage material.

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Front and rear Mopar half-door and window kits Front and rear off-road modified “Stinger” bumpers Warn winch High-clearance flat fenders

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK CONCEPT

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Concept is the third Grand Cherokee that has been created for Easter Jeep since 2011. With the recent introduction of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel V6, Jeep designers took the opportunity to dress the most awarded SUV ever and created the most extreme Grand Cherokee yet. Bold styling and off-road ready equipped make this turbo dieselpowered Jeep a perfect dual-purpose vehicle.

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Enlarged wheel openings w/ custom fender flares 35” Mickey Thompson Baja MTZ LT315/70R17 on 17” Wrangler Rubicon wheels Custom front and rear skid plates, dual rear tow hooks and modified Mopar rock rails

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JEEP WRANGLER STITCH

Lightweight performance is the name of the game for the Jeep Wrangler Stitch. Based on the 2013 Wrangler Rubicon, Jeep designers shaved weight wherever possible to bring the curb weight down to just 3,000 lbs. The audio system, all the heating and air conditioning units, rear seats, doors and some body panels were removed. Front seats were replaced with 2013 SRT Viper seats, a custom carbon fiber version of the Jeep Wrangler 10th Anniversary Rubicon replaced the original and a lightweight chrome-moly roll cage replaced the standard unit. The highlight of the build, though, is the transparent silver architectural fabric that hides the removed panels at some angles, while making them visible at others giving the Stitch a futuristic look and feel.

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Mopar cold-air intake and exhaust system 35” Mickey Thomspons Baja Claw TTC tires and 17” wheels Full Traction Suspension lower control arms, custom DynaTrac ProRock 44 axles with 4.88

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Mopar satin black grille, hood lock, front and rear half-door and window kits Front and rear off-road “Shorty” modified bumpers Warn winch Mopar flat fenders, rock rails, vented hood, LED off-road lights and headlamps Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary swing away rear tire carrier, trailer-tow hitch receiver

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gears and ARB front and rear lockers King Shocks with pneumatic bump stops and Tom Wood’s Custom Drive Shaft Custom windshield chopped 2” Transparent yellow vinyl soft top Truck-Lite LED headlamps

JEEP WRANGLER SAND TROOPER II FROM MOPAR

After the wildly popular Sand Trooper made its debut at SEMA Show in 2012, Mopar upped the ante with the robust Sand Trooper II building on the extreme off-road capabilities of the original Sand Trooper. The 375-hp, 5.7-liter Hemi V8 produces 400 lb.-ft. of torque to a set of eight-lug Mopar Portal axles and on to the massive set of 42.5” tall Super Swamper TSL/Bogger tires wrapped around 17” Jeep Performance Parts forged bead lock wheels. The Mopar Portal axles added to the front and rear provide major ground clearance without having to add an excessive suspension lift.

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42.5x13.50-17LT Interco Super Swamper TSL/ Bogger on Jeep Performance Parts forged bead lock wheels

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Black taillamp guards and locking fuel door Jeep Performance Parts badge Rear back-up camera display Mopar slush mats, black door-sill guards, underseat and center-console locking storage, locking below-floor storage box, trunk storage box Side sun visors, grab handles, leather seats Trailside winch kit

JEEP WRANGLER FLATTOP

Refined, inside and out, the Jeep Wrangler Flattop was designed to turn heads on and off the road. The Flattop features a custom onepiece, windowless hard top, which was chopped down two inches, while also removing the B-pillar in turn creating a massive open window from front to rear. The body is finished in metallic sandstone with accents finished in a copper tone and dark brown. The interior features dark saddle Katzkin leather seating with copper accents on the steering wheel, vent rings and passenger grab handle. A set of gloss black wheels and with copper accents are matched to a serioius set of 37” Mickey Thompson Baja Claw TTC off-road tires. Underneath, a Dynatrac ProRock 44 front and Dana 60 rear axles are outfitted with 5.38 gears and ARB lockers. The suspension is beefed up with TerraFlex sway bars, Full-Traction control

JEEP WRANGLER SLIM

Simple and effective, the Jeep Wrangler Slim combines mild upgrades that add up to a whole lot of fun. The lightweight, Rock Lobster colored twodoor Jeep Wrangler sports full doors and a hardtop and is powered by a 3.6-liter V6. A prototype 2” lift kit and a 3:37 anti-spin axle was fitted to accommodate the General Grabber tires, which are combined with 17” Mopar 5-hole classic wheels. It also features the special 10th Anniversary Rubicon front bumper that complements the rear bumper, lightweight rock rails, black grille, black hood

arms and King remote reservoir shocks with pmeumatic bump stops.

KEY FEATURES: • • • • •

Customized Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary bumpers and hood Custom high line fender flares Truck-Lite LED headlamps, LED rear taillamps and side markers Warn Zeon winch and TerraFlex spare tire carrier Mopar cold-air intake and exhaust system

decal, LED headlights, and locking gas cap. The interior is appointed in black leather seats, Mopar all-weather slush mats, hard-top headliner and a CB radio.

KEY FEATURES: • • • •

Lightweight rock rails, black grille, black hood decal LED headlights, locking gas cap Prototype Mopar 2” lift kit Mopar cold-air intake

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