The Protouring Network

Sema 2014: Big Crowds, Great Cars, and Good Friends

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While walking the aisles of Hot Rod Alley this year it seemed I couldn't get more than a few feet without running into someone I knew. I guess after 12 years of attending Sema plus my involvement with Lateral-G and car boards in general, I've met a lot of great people. This years show did not disappoint. Looked to be a good crowd and no shortage of great cars and products on … [Read more...]

USCA Optima Recap Day Two: Road Course

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I got to the track around 8:30, and they were getting ready to make the final runs for a handful of cars who did not complete the autocross on Saturday. But all eyes were on the road course today, for me this is my favorite event. After the tractor made its final pass with the large broom to remove the last of the debris on the track, they started letting cars out by group to … [Read more...]

The 2014 Lateral-G Meet And Greet Is In The Books

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This was our second year at Margaritaville on the strip in Las Vegas. Think of it as a group of buddies getting together for dinner with your own private room and bar. Three full hours to eat and bench race with your friends and fellow members on the Lateral-G forums. The atmosphere was great, and the view of the strip from the floor to ceiling windows was incredible. Everyone … [Read more...]

Mark Stielows latest 69 Camaro project “Hellfire”

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We have a build thread over on the forums of Marks latest 69 Camaro. Here's the plan: • Thomson Automotive 427 supercharged engine • T-56 D&D Prepared trans • Full DSE Chassis • Full Anvil Carbon Fiber Front clip • Carbon Fiber Brakes with ABS • Rick Fuel tank with a Vapor Works Controls • Wider rims front and rear than Red Devil • Data … [Read more...]

Buy Tickets Now for the Lateral-G Sema 2014 “Meet and Greet”

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Last years Lateral-G party was a great success. It was held at Margaritaville in Las Vegas, during Sema week. We had our own private room, a wonderful fajita bar with all you can eat food, and seating for 150. There was a private bar and servers also. One wall has floor to ceiling glass for a great view of the strip. Mostly, it's just a great place to hang out and meet other … [Read more...]

OUSCI has been moved to Las Vegas Speedway!

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  (MILWAUKEE) – OPTIMA Batteries’ announces its highly-anticipated 2014 OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational will now take place at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The new, larger location will be more convenient for spectators and accommodate 100 vehicle participants. OPTIMA’s Search for the Ultimate Street Car championship event will feature the world’s top modified … [Read more...]

Lateral-G Sema 2013 Party

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We decided to have a Lateral-G get together last year during Sema week. We rented the second floor of Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville next to the Flamingo, right on the strip. We had an all you can eat fajita bar and our own private fully-stocked bar and waitresses in the room. One side of the room had floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Las Vegas strip. We were limited to … [Read more...]

Tmcp – how brian hobaugh won the 2013 optima ultimate street car invitational

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This weeks interview is with Brian Hobaugh, driver and co-owner of the 2013 OUSCI winning, 1965 Corvette Fuelie. People who see the Corvette now, initially believe that it is a current high feature vehicle with all the latest toys and highest tech. Brian enjoys the extreme jaw drop he witnesses when they find out that this car has very little new under it. Other than the JRI … [Read more...]

TMCP – SEMA SHOW SPECIALS 2013!!!! Part 3

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The third and final SEMA show special is now available for your listening pleasure. In this episode the focus is on suppliers who donated parts or knowledge to the Chevelle build. The interviews include Detroit Speed and Engineering, Vintage Air, Ron Francis Wiring, RestoreATag, and Chris Holstrom Concepts. At the Detroit Speed and Engineering booth, both Stacy and Kyle Tucker … [Read more...]