Mazda Fitment – Royal Origin

Karuma Vs Lowballers Round III | Event Coverage

Feels like I’ve been here before, a Friday morning meet up to cruise to Vegas for a car meet, but this time with different faces. It’s been two years since I have given any effort to get back into the car scene and after a depression phase I really want to get back out there and hang with friends that I haven’t seen. The Karuma x Lowballers meet seemed like the perfect event for it and cruising with the homies to Vegas just brought back some nostalgia.

Like I always do, try to get some nice rollers of my friend’s cars. This is Kekoa’s xB rolling slammed on the 15. @alowha_kekoa

We stopped at a McDonalds to wait for Kekoa and ended up seeing a bunch of cool cars.

We asked where they were going and they were also going to Vegas for the Karuma x Lowballers meet.

We ended up going to In-N-Out to fix Kekoa’s air problem. Cuong’s E30, Kekoa’s xB, my GR86 and David’s FJ Cruiser. Oh yeah I bought a GR86.

@seldoondrol clean E30.

After being saved by AJ we were back on the road for more rollers and this time accompanied by AJ’s T-Demand Camry. @ayeeejayyy.

The day of the meet, everyone met up at the Airbnb to cruise together to the meet. Miguel’s Minty Porsche. @mintcoimports

Vince built his LS430 just in time for the meet! @vince_neil

Someone we haven’t seen in a long time, Neel’s LS400 on Work Schwert SC4. @implayaz9

The Lowballers boss, Andrew’s LS400 on TE-37s. @sohigaragedru

Karuma always making the coolest trophies for their meets.

The meet didn’t even start yet and we got people here early for merch.

Jay did a suicide trip in his NSX for the meet! @jaycraaay

Nimo accompanied him on the way to Vegas in his IS300. @findingnimo

Fast and Furious but make it cute.

Shout out to this girl for cosplaying in 100 degree weather.

First time trying Guam food and damn it was so good!

When Taylor gets on top of a car at a meet, bitches go crazy.

Thanks for the good times ridahs!

-NGUMINH

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October 13, 2015

Southern Worthersee Part Four | Throw Back

Throwing it back to one of the most memorable events/trips to enjoy different automotive culture than what I am used to in Southern California. Also, took me awhile to edit through the pictures as I rarely do take pictures, however, I recently picked up a Sony A7II with the kit lens, and it has motivated me to shoot more pictures as well as video of course.

DAY ONE: We arrived in Helen, Georgia very early in the morning, and already got greeted by familiar faces, and a lot of different quality ones.

A lost SoCal tribesmen came to greet us as well.

Through my network over at Mazda Fitment, I recognized Nate’s Miata parked in a random parking lot. Definitely as lovely in person as on the internet.

The new finish on the OZ Turbos was a nice touch to the new vinyl wrap theme.

On this trip, I told Ryo he had to come out to an East Coast event before he went back to Japan. Definitely glad he took my word for it, cause he was blown away. Ryo you will be missed!

This VW stood out amongst the rest. Liked it a lot.

Alex Goldstein’s E92 M3 On BBS RS2 wheels. Got the pleasure of shooting this car, which you can see later on in this post.

Another Mazda that I recognize through my network at Mazda Fitment. Also, got to meet the owner, was pretty cool.

Absolute love the direction Chris has had with this car of recent. Always well done through nearly all the stages of this car.

The south has some amazingly smooth roads and awesome twists. Really wanted a proper car to take it on a nice spirited drive here.

Southern beauty. Found this random pond/lake. Definitely not the nature we are used to in Southern California.

This E46 M3 had an excellent blend of style with the Weds Kranze LXZs.

One of a decent number of Miatas at SOWO. This one on AME made Fatlace FZERO1.

Another euro that blended a different style to the mundane usual stuff you would see on a euro.

This is a husband and wife pair right here. Both into some rad vintage euros; the bug and the bus.

Something I am more used to seeing back home.

Loved the fender to lip of the wheel fitment. On point fife.

DAY TWO: We stayed at Chris’s cabin about a few miles out of Helen, and came back the next day to continue exploring Helen.

Behind that door was bad things.
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I have seen a few pictures of this in the past floating around from Southern Fresh. Finally get to meet Justin and his LS400.

Kyle’s 326power’d out GS300. Got to shoot both of these later on as well.

The Risky Devil yacht. AJ bought this down from Arizona to Chicago to Georgia.

Found an awesome spot to shoot the cars. Here is Alex’s E92 M3.

Loving the southern back drop. A nice different scenery that we are usually used to in SoCal.

Horse friends.

Kyle’s GS300 enjoying that southern air.

It’s Fun To Do Bad Things.
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Love the rear end of this one with all those lines and details. Kyle just needs to insert the tips ;]

Justin’s LS400. Custom wide body.

Love the aggressive boss presence this has.

Those fender cuts. Love it.

Got to enjoy another East Coast trip with Ryan and his WRX. This time around the car has changed quite a lot since then.

Always a pleasure to enjoy Ryan’s southern hospitality.

DAY THREE: On the last day in Helen we were back in town seeing what was left. Still a good number of cars and quality stuff laying around. This Miata was on point with the BBS RFs.

The iconic Walking Dead location. Atlanta, Georgia.

Atlanta, Georgia from the sky.

And back home to SoCal we went. Definitely loved this trip and event. The vibe and feel is different than H2Oi, and is definitely an experience I will continue to try to repeat.

June 11, 2015

Widebody Snow Monsters

It was a special day here at Illest OC. Pandora One finally arrived and will be displayed at the shop.

Pandora One.

Now fitted with a double decker wing and 500hp.

Your home for next couple of months.

Kevin fitting some wheels on his car.

Vu’s new ride. Big plans for this car.

Vu and Nimo, never been so Royal Origin today.

That rear tuck doe.

Kevin’s s2000 in it’s entirety.

Decided to go to Snow Monster for some bomb ice cream on belgian waffles and on the way I got some pretty cool rolling shots of Shavi’s car.

The mother fucking prince.

Snow Monster is where I learned how to play my favorite game card game of all time. Monopoly Deals.

Will doing a ricer drive by while flicking us off. Very impressive he was able to multi task.

Nimo about to go HAM(hard as a mother fucker).

All Nimo.

Jimmy looking very jealous of Nimo’s diabetes.

Rica so focused on winning in Monopoly.

Shavi gave up and started to play connect four by himself.

Vuzoku.

The vinhnumber.

Neems.

Love bokeh.

September 17, 2013

Wheel Wednesday

Finally had a day off work and it was spent putting in work on cars. Shavi met up with me early in the morning because we both had to go to Rotiform. I was going to be dropping off my Junction Produce Scaras to get the faces milled down to fit an aftermarket lip and Shavi was going to order some Air Lift products through Jason.

Weird seeing this car more often now, Shavi’s MS3 use to be the rarest unicorn.

As soon as we reach Rotiform, Orbit was there to greet us.

You can always expect some cool rides over at the Rotiform parking lot like Brian’s S4 on Rotiform INDs.

Rotiform INDs look perfect on any big body cars.

Right next to the S4 is Jason’s Mercedes CLS 55 AMG on their new Rotiform WRW.

Very cool design by Rotiform.

After our trip to Rotiform, I drove by the Boss Company garage to see what they were up to.

Jimmy was taking out his Work VS Mesh face and replacing it with a Work Equip face.

Adam had Vinh’s S13 in the garage for a full detail job.

Kevin and Vinh were working on putting in some KW suspension for Kevin’s S2000.

So many parts laying around..

In the midst of it, an ice cream truck was chased down by three grown ass adults.

I regret nothing.

Adam’s lipless Subie.

For the past month, while I wait for my Scara’s to be rebuilt, Vinh has been kind enough to let me rock his Weds Bazerias. 20’s don’t look too bad on my car, but it only fits my rears.

Installing the Mugen front lip.

That mirror finish..

Adam made it look like it just came fresh out of the paint shop.

You can see the details of Vinh’s shelf through his paint. If anyone needs a detail job from Adam you can contact him at Adametayeb@gmail.com.

Thanks to JDM Chemicals for their awesome products!

I love bokeh even if there isn’t a subject to focus on.

Jimmy’s final product.

September 9, 2013

A Weekend in Sin City

It was that time of the year again where Royal Origin invades Las Vegas to have our 3rd annual meet and greet in the city of sin. As the years passed, nothing has changed for the most part. We do it to have fun with our friends and family, and love making new friends with each passing year.

Some of you might know this by now, but I recently went Universal Air bags over BC Racing coilovers with Accuair analog management. Thanks to Bag Riders and Unlimited Auto Craft for helping me get it all together. Because of this, I was constantly working on getting everything fine tuned and safe to make the journey to Las Vegas. In the end, I made it to the meet with only one hour left before the meet ended. Regardless, I was happy to see everyone who made it out.

The top two pictures you see above is my car aired up at 80 PSI, which is also my drive height. Here I am cruising to Red Rock Canyon, which is in the North-West corner of Las Vegas.

With Red Rock Canyon as our back drop we have Chivas’ Civic, Ashton’s IS350, Neel’s Accord, Alex’s E36, and my Mazdaspeed 3.

My car aired out on 18×10 +25 Cosmis Racing MR7, which were powder coated Gloss White.

Overall I am super satisfied with the Cosmis Racing MR7. The concave is extremely aggressive, and the wheels feel a bit lighter than most cast wheels these days.

You can see more of my build items over at MazdaFitment.com.

Gassed up and ready for some Las Vegas night shots with Goco Photography. Look out for more LV weekend coverage.

Thanks

-Shavi W.
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April 6, 2013

Video Timeline 2012

I recently decided to compile all my footage from 2012 into a timeline video. While I was doing this, I thought it was cool that I took the time and effort to create a video nearly every month of the year. Great way to learn from my mistakes and improve; at least I hope I am improving. In the end, I do this for fun as an additional hobby to my obsession with cars. I hope you guys enjoy a look into my 2012.

Royal Origin – Timeline 2012 from Shavi Wijegunaratne on Vimeo.

Also available to be watched on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REwX1LIbA0U

Thanks for watching.

Filmed & Edited By: Shavi W.
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January 25, 2013

Garage Highlights

The past few days, I have been working on my car trying to get it finished. Here are some highlights from working in the garage.

Pulling out of my little garage spot and getting into a larger area, ready to put in work.

It’s always satisfying to have that space to yourself, where you can focus and get your hands dirty, fixing and tuning everything until it’s just right. The garage becomes a sanctuary of sorts, where all the tools are within reach, and the satisfaction of a job well done is just a few steps away.

If you’re spending a lot of time in your garage, having a reliable garage door is essential for convenience and security. Whether you’re renovating your workspace or just upgrading your home, professional garage door installation and repair services can make all the difference. For a more refined look, incorporating finishes like Calacatta marble in adjacent entryways or countertops can add a luxurious touch to the overall design. Complementing the space with outdoor mats that last can also help maintain cleanliness and durability around high-traffic entry points.

A smooth-operating garage door ensures easy access, protecting your vehicles and belongings while giving your space a clean, polished look. For those in need of top-notch garage door services, All Star in Utah is a trusted name that delivers expert installation and repair solutions.

With their experience and dedication to quality, All Star ensures that your garage doors are both functional and durable, making your work in the garage that much easier.

As garages evolve, so do the technologies that make them more efficient. Electric garages are a game-changer, offering modern convenience and enhanced functionality.

If you’re looking to upgrade to an electric garage door, Cocheras Electricas En Torreon is a great choice for those seeking quality and efficiency. These electric systems provide smooth, reliable operation at the touch of a button, allowing you to spend less time worrying about manual labor and more time focusing on your projects.

With advanced security features and the ability to automate your garage door, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your space is both accessible and secure.

Upgrading to a garage door is just the beginning when it comes to enhancing the functionality of your space. To truly optimize your garage, you’ll want a reliable opener installation that ensures smooth, efficient operation.

This is where D&L Garage Doors comes in. With their expertise in opener installation, they can help you choose the right system that suits your specific needs.

Whether it’s a quiet and powerful opener for a residential garage or a more robust system for commercial use, their team ensures top-tier installation and performance.

If you are lowered to the point like me where your stock jack and low-pro jack do not fit under your car, you probably know about the drive-over-wood routine to get that extra clearance.

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July 19, 2012

THE INFAMOUS: Hellaflush x Canibeat Pre-Meet

Royal Origin and IMKING are hosting a pre-meet for the upcoming show “THE INFAMOUS” by Hellaflush and Canibeat. It will also be a photo exhibition displaying photos from some of the infamous local automotive photographers in the area. There will also be discounts to shop in the store and food trucks. Come out if you enjoy photography, bomb food, and of course, cars!

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June 18, 2012

AUTOCON : THE REAL COVERAGE

The couple of days before AUTOCON were super stressful. Most of us were in a frantic hurry to finish our cars for what we expected to be an awesome show. Some of us even worked on our cars the night before the show, while we were having our family Christmas party. I only had 1 hour of sleep total for the 2 days prior to AUTOCON. There were a lot of disappointments for my car even though I had put so much work into it. My wheels weren’t sealed correctly, my body kit didn’t fit, and my motor was only running on 4 cylinders. Despite all that, I still looked forward to AUTOCON because of all the hype. People mentioned how great of a show it was last year, so I expected the same this year. But before I tell you how the show was, I’ll just give you guys some insight on what Royal Origin was doing during the show.

Our roll in time for the Royal Origin x Canibeat collaboration was at 7:00 AM. Yes, that fucking early. So, we had to gather up the whole crew and meet up beforehand at 6:30AM. We had 31 cars total, including Royal Origin, goodfeeling, Sexy Squad, Lowballers, Boss Company, and Studio. Caravaning to the event was freaking awesome; it was like being in a parade of slammed cars. If that’s how my day was going to start, I knew that the rest of the day would be even better, right? Wrong. When we got there, all we saw was a parking lot that was gated, with a deep incline where most of us scraped our cars while going in. When they said El Toro Air Field I was expecting an airplane hanger or being on an air strip. Nope, it was just a parking lot that smelled like manure, like forreal. Thank the JDM Gods that it didn’t smell like that the whole day; it was either I got used to the smell or it just went away magically. Anyways, I left around 9:00 AM to go to 714 Tires to get my Equips remounted and was hoping it would hold air. Therefore, I missed the staging part of the show. From what I was told, Justin just gave us a corner and said do what ever we want. We were all pretty surprised because we thought that since we were told to come at 7:00 AM sharp, they would have a plan for us that required us to be done setting up early. If we knew that that was the case, we could have just come later and staged ourselves in 15 minutes because all we did was park the way we do at meets. Randomly. It was a waste of our time because all we did was stand/sit/sleep from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

When I got back, the food trucks were starting to park and open up. The gate that the vendors and people who were showing were entering through was still open, which I thought was a convenient way for us to get to the food trucks. Unfortunately, when I tried taking that route to get to the food trucks, it was closed. Because of that, we had to go through the entrance where they were searching people, walk all the way around the gate to get to the food trucks and then come back and get searched. What a hassle. This is a little diagram of how it looked like, in the picture by JDM Life Style. The red spot is where ROYAL ORIGIN was, the pink spot is where the new entrance for spectators was, the blue spot is where the food trucks were and the yellow spot is where there was a convenient pathway, but they closed it. The light blue is where they should’ve had AUTOCON at the air base hanger…

Now, you must be thinking “Fuck Minh, you’re so fucking lazy and it’s just that you guys were placed so far, so it was inconvenient for you guys.” No ninja, we were technically the closest to the food trucks. Imagine if we were in the corner right next to the yellow spot. I would have to cut through the entire show just to get to the food trucks.

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December 17, 2011

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