{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Eli Tacker - Ep.185","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/eli-tacker-ep-185","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2145436/episodes/19304812-eli-tacker-ep-185.mp3","description":"Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with Eli Tacker from Nashville, Tennessee, to discuss one of the most impressive Honda projects we’ve ever seen — his painstaking recreation of the legendary Gathers Honda Civic race car.What started as a dream turned into a four-year journey of research, sourcing rare parts, and obsessing over every last detail. Eli shares the challenges of replicating one of Honda’s most iconic race-inspired liveries and how he stayed committed to authenticity throughout the build process.We dive into the history and significance of the original Gathers Civic, the hunt for hard-to-find components, and the satisfaction of finally unveiling a project that captures the spirit of a true JDM legend. The result is more than just a replica — it’s a tribute to an era of Honda motorsports that continues to inspire enthusiasts around the world.🎙️ Four years. Countless details. One legendary Honda brought back to life.Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code \"RHDGUYS\" athttps://nizmopartsplug.comNeed An ECU? Visit Haltech!"},"annotations":[{"startTime":169.5,"endTime":173.72,"type":"car","title":"Pontiac Torrent","url":"/cars/pontiac/torrent","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/1c/%2706-%2709_Pontiac_Torrent.JPG","quote":"...ven on Like the later versions of Napster or like Torrent downloading you could like Yeah, you could like f...","canonicalId":"car:pontiac:torrent","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Pontiac Torrent is a compact SUV that was produced by Pontiac, positioned as a practical family vehicle with a focus on everyday usability. It’s often discussed in the context of older Pontiac models and how they were marketed during their production years. In this podcast excerpt, it’s mentioned alongside “Torrent” downloading, likely as a wordplay or sound-alike reference rather than a deep dive into specs.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Pontiac Torrent is a small-to-midsize SUV made by Pontiac. It’s meant for regular driving like commuting and carrying people or cargo. In the episode, it sounds like the name is being brought up because it resembles the word “Torrent.”","imageAttribution":"Bull-Doser (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":247.3,"endTime":254.5,"type":"term","title":"four gears","url":"/glossary/four-gears","quote":"Static hatchback, but it was oh, yeah, it was it was the standard one. So I only had like four gears. I\n[254.5s] Mean like bottom bottom tier base model.","canonicalId":"term:four-gears","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Four gears” refers to the number of forward ratios in the car’s transmission. Fewer gears usually means less flexibility for keeping the engine in its best power/efficiency range, especially at highway speeds.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Four gears” means the car’s gearbox only has four forward settings. 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These pads can improve stopping power, but they may also change noise, dust, and how quickly they wear depending on the compound and driving style.","simplifiedExplanation":"Brake pads are what clamp onto the rotor to slow you down. “More aggressive” pads are meant to grip harder for better stopping, but they can also affect things like brake noise and how long the pads last."}},{"startTime":1769.5,"endTime":1778.5,"type":"term","title":"sway bars","url":"/glossary/sway-bars","quote":"Yeah, don't be that guy. Yeah, I don't want to be that guy\n[1769.5s] Uh, and then I got some uh bigger sway bars. I want to put on it and then I want to swap out the wheels and try more of aggressive tire","canonicalId":"term:sway-bars","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Sway bars (anti-roll bars) reduce body roll when you corner by transferring force between the left and right suspension. On track cars, bigger sway bars can make the car feel more responsive, but they can also change balance and grip depending on front vs rear sizing.","simplifiedExplanation":"Sway bars help keep the car from leaning too much in turns. Upgrading them can make the car feel more “tied down” on track, but it can also change how the car behaves in corners."}},{"startTime":1772.5,"endTime":1778.5,"type":"term","title":"aggressive tire","url":"/glossary/aggressive-tire","quote":"[1769.5s] Uh, and then I got some uh bigger sway bars. I want to put on it and then I want to swap out the wheels and try more of aggressive tire\n[1778.5s] Just for like track events. I could just swap them out when I get there","canonicalId":"term:aggressive-tire","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Aggressive tires” usually means track-oriented tires with stickier compounds and/or more performance-focused tread patterns than typical street tires. They help the car generate more grip for braking, turning, and acceleration, but they can wear faster and may need proper warm-up and tire pressures.","simplifiedExplanation":"An “aggressive” tire is built to grip harder for driving on track. It can make the car handle better, but it often wears out faster than normal street tires."}},{"startTime":1785.7,"endTime":1834.3,"type":"term","title":"k series swaps","url":"/glossary/k-series-swaps","quote":"That's pretty cool, man. Do you ever uh, do you ever plan on going k series?\n[1790.2s] No, not with this one. Oh\n[1792.4s] Yeah, yeah, yeah, you're be all day, huh? Yeah, I'm be all day. It's just something we grew\n...\n[1830.4s] k series swaps are awesome\n[1831.8s] But I think the overpowered the chassis to where\n[1834.3s] You really have to start doing your homework because tires flush spring rates shocks","canonicalId":"term:k-series-swaps","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “K series swap” typically refers to installing Honda’s K-series engine into a different Honda chassis (often a Civic/Integra platform). The K-series is popular because it responds well to modifications and can make strong power, but the swap can also upset the car’s balance and requires matching supporting upgrades like tires, springs, and shocks.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “K series swap” means putting a Honda K-series engine into another Honda car. People do it for better power and responsiveness, but you usually have to upgrade the rest of the car too so it handles correctly."}},{"startTime":1796.9,"endTime":1806.1,"type":"term","title":"zcs swaps","quote":"We actually started out with zc swaps. Uh zcs or they came in seen came in doing great\n[1802.2s] Yeah, they're non vtech and those were the swap for me back in my day","canonicalId":"term:zcs-swaps","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“ZC swaps” (spoken as “zcs swaps”) generally refers to swapping Honda’s ZC engine into another Honda chassis. In Honda swap culture, the ZC is often discussed as a solid, non-VTEC option that was popular in earlier builds.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “ZC swap” means putting a Honda ZC engine into a different Honda car. People used to like it because it was a straightforward swap and a good base for building a fun track car."}},{"startTime":1814.8,"endTime":1828.1,"type":"term","title":"b series","url":"/glossary/b-series","quote":"[1814.8s] And I just stuck with the k series are awesome. They make really good power. They respond really well to modifications\n[1821.0s]  but\n[1822.4s] You know to me\n[1823.6s] I like the b series because the the motor doesn't overpower the platform","canonicalId":"term:b-series","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“B series” refers to Honda’s B-series engines, which are commonly swapped into Honda chassis for track and performance builds. The speaker’s point is that the B-series makes strong power while staying more balanced with the platform, whereas other swaps can make the car feel too powerful for the stock chassis setup.","simplifiedExplanation":"“B series” is Honda’s older performance engine family that people swap into other Hondas. The idea here is that it makes good power without overwhelming the car’s handling as easily as some other engine swaps."}},{"startTime":1834.3,"endTime":1839.76,"type":"term","title":"spring rates","url":"/glossary/spring-rates","quote":"[1831.8s] But I think the overpowered the chassis to where\n[1834.3s] You really have to start doing your homework because tires flush spring rates shocks","canonicalId":"term:spring-rates","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Spring rates describe how stiff the suspension springs are, typically measured in force per unit of compression. On track cars, changing spring rates affects ride height, weight transfer, and how the car grips through corners—so it’s tightly linked to tires, shocks, and overall balance.","simplifiedExplanation":"Spring rates are how stiff the suspension springs are. Stiffer or softer springs change how the car behaves in turns and over bumps, especially on track."}},{"startTime":1834.3,"endTime":1839.76,"type":"term","title":"shocks","url":"/glossary/shocks","quote":"[1834.3s] You really have to start doing your homework because tires flush spring rates shocks","canonicalId":"term:shocks","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Shocks (dampers) control how quickly the suspension moves after hitting bumps or during cornering. On track builds, the right shock setup works with spring rates and tires to keep the car stable and maintain grip instead of bouncing or losing contact.","simplifiedExplanation":"Shocks help control the suspension movement. On track, good shocks keep the tires planted so the car doesn’t feel bouncy or unpredictable."}},{"startTime":1834.3,"endTime":1839.76,"type":"term","title":"tires flush","quote":"[1831.8s] But I think the overpowered the chassis to where\n[1834.3s] You really have to start doing your homework because tires flush spring rates shocks","canonicalId":"term:tires-flush","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Tires flush” appears to be a transcription of “tires, …” in a list of setup items. The intended meaning is likely that tire choice/fitment and setup must match the suspension and power level so the car can put power down and stay composed in corners.","simplifiedExplanation":"This sounds like the host is saying your tires and suspension need to work together. If the tires aren’t right for your setup, the car won’t grip or handle as well."}},{"startTime":1840.1999999999998,"endTime":1847.7,"type":"term","title":"Rev limiter","url":"/glossary/rev-limiter","quote":"All that's good coming to play because if not all day, you're just spinning tires and going through the gears and bounce off the\nRev limiter, you know, that's that's","canonicalId":"term:rev-limiter","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A rev limiter is an engine control feature that prevents the engine from spinning faster than a safe maximum RPM. When the limiter is reached, it cuts fuel or spark to stop further RPM increase, which can feel like the car is “bouncing” at the top end.","simplifiedExplanation":"A rev limiter is a safety system that stops your engine from revving too high. When you hit it, the car temporarily stops feeding power so the RPM can’t keep climbing."}},{"startTime":1856.2,"endTime":1862.2,"type":"part","title":"spirit block","quote":"But yeah, you know for now, I'll just keep it b series. I got a spirit block on the engine stand","canonicalId":"part:spirit-block","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “block” is the engine’s main structural casting, and the speaker’s “spirit block” likely refers to a specific aftermarket or prepared engine block used for building a stronger performance bottom end. The key point is that they’re using a particular block on the stand as part of their build strategy.","simplifiedExplanation":"An engine block is the main part of the engine that everything else bolts to. The speaker is saying they have a special/modified block for their build."}},{"startTime":1862.2,"endTime":1868.6,"type":"concept","title":"boost","url":"/glossary/boost","quote":"I got a spirit block on the engine stand\nUm, I might go boost. Uh, there's a guy in Alabama called go out of works.","canonicalId":"concept:boost","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Boost” refers to running a turbocharger or supercharger to increase the pressure of the air entering the engine. More air (and the right fuel/ignition control) can enable significantly more power, but it also requires careful setup to stay reliable."}},{"startTime":1869.9,"endTime":1895.9,"type":"term","title":"A/C","url":"/glossary/a-c","quote":"He's got a specific setup to where it's ac friendly because this thing has heat and ac\nThis thing looks cold. It's it's nice. Yeah, too. Yeah, we get up.","canonicalId":"term:a-c","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A/C (air conditioning) adds load to the engine because the compressor needs power to run. In performance builds, some people remove or disable A/C to reduce that parasitic drag, while others keep it for street comfort and tune around the added load.","simplifiedExplanation":"A/C is the car’s air conditioning system. It takes some engine power to run, so turning it off can make the car feel a little quicker—especially on a performance tune."}},{"startTime":1895.9,"endTime":1903.9,"type":"term","title":"sport mode","url":"/glossary/sport-mode","quote":"And then if you want sport mode, just turn the ac off get a little bit. Yes, literally. There's your there's your horsepower.","canonicalId":"term:sport-mode","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Sport mode is a vehicle setting that changes how the car responds—often by altering throttle mapping, shift behavior, steering feel, and sometimes traction/engine management. Here, it’s discussed alongside turning off the A/C to free up power.","simplifiedExplanation":"Sport mode is a driving setting that makes the car feel more aggressive. In this conversation, it’s being paired with turning off the A/C to help the car feel quicker."}},{"startTime":1928.5,"endTime":1931.2,"type":"brand","title":"mugen","url":"/glossary/mugen","quote":"It's run hard. There's a picture of a mugen\nmf 10s as my profile pig","canonicalId":"brand:mugen","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Mugen is a Japanese performance parts and tuning brand known for high-quality Honda-focused upgrades and race-inspired engineering. The speaker mentions a Mugen MF10s as a profile image reference, signaling an interest in that brand’s motorsport heritage.","simplifiedExplanation":"Mugen is a Japanese company that makes performance parts and upgrades. The speaker is showing a Mugen car/variant as their profile picture."}},{"startTime":1941.7,"endTime":1952.0,"type":"term","title":"wiring","url":"/glossary/wiring","quote":"I've always done wiring in the background because I had to you know in the old days... We didn't have we didn't have google or chat telling us which wire goes to what pin","canonicalId":"term:wiring","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.62,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In an automotive context, “wiring” refers to the vehicle’s electrical harnesses—bundles of wires that route power and signals to sensors, modules, and actuators. On older cars, wiring work often means re-pinning connectors and correcting circuits so everything communicates correctly.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Wiring” here means the car’s electrical cables and connectors. They carry power and signals to different parts of the car, and older cars often need rewiring to work properly."}},{"startTime":1952.0,"endTime":1956.5,"type":"term","title":"dual points","quote":"And then because on the older chassis is like the the 8890 civics. They're dual points So you had to figure out do a multi point","canonicalId":"term:dual-points","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Dual points” here likely refers to an older ignition/distributor setup where two ignition “points” (contacts) are used rather than a later single-point design. The key idea is that older chassis wiring/triggering differs, so the harness and pinouts must be figured out and adapted.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Dual points” sounds like an older ignition design that uses two contact points. The takeaway is that older cars can have different wiring/trigger setups, so you can’t just plug in newer wiring without adapting it."}},{"startTime":1954.0,"endTime":1963.3,"type":"term","title":"multi point","url":"/glossary/multi-point","quote":"So you had to figure out do a multi point. You got to swap wires or uh, the wires around you got to delete wires and make everything work","canonicalId":"term:multi-point","priority":0.52,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Multi point” in this context refers to a multi-point wiring/ignition setup that changes how circuits are routed and how wires correspond to pins. When swapping or adapting harnesses, you may need to swap wires, delete wires, or reconfigure connectors so the system functions correctly.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Multi point” here means the car’s wiring/ignition system is set up with multiple connection points. When you’re adapting an older car, you may have to rewire or rearrange connections so everything matches up."}},{"startTime":1973.0,"endTime":1979.1,"type":"term","title":"battery location kits","url":"/glossary/battery-location-kits","quote":"So like I can do like battery location kits or charge harnesses for like if people want to like k swaps","canonicalId":"term:battery-location-kits","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “battery location kit” is a hardware kit used to relocate the battery to a different mounting location in the car. This is common in projects where space, weight distribution, or wiring routing needs change—especially on older chassis being refreshed or modified.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “battery location kit” is parts that let you move where the battery sits in the car. People use it when they’re building or modifying a car and need the battery in a better spot."}},{"startTime":1973.0,"endTime":1985.0,"type":"term","title":"charge harnesses","url":"/glossary/charge-harnesses","quote":"So like I can do like battery location kits or charge harnesses... Or even upgrade their oem harness like because harnesses down these civics are 30 years old","canonicalId":"term:charge-harnesses","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “charge harness” is a custom wiring setup that supports charging-related electrical paths—commonly for battery/charging system integration after modifications. In this segment, it’s discussed as something built to help keep a modified Honda Civic project running reliably.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “charge harness” is custom wiring that helps the battery charging system work correctly. It’s often needed when you swap parts or modify the car so the electrical connections match the new setup."}},{"startTime":1976.1,"endTime":1979.1,"type":"term","title":"k swaps","url":"/glossary/k-swaps","quote":"So like I can do like battery location kits or charge harnesses for like if people want to like k swaps Or even upgrade their oem harness","canonicalId":"term:k-swaps","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“K swaps” refers to engine swaps into a different chassis using Honda’s K-series engines (the K20/K24 family). These swaps typically require custom wiring and harness integration because the donor engine’s electrical system must be made to work with the recipient car’s body and ECU setup.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “K swap” means putting a Honda K-series engine into a different car. Because the engine and electronics are different, you usually need custom wiring so everything works together."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"RHDGUYS","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/eli-tacker-ep-185/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}