I would not own a focus if not for Ken Block, man was my idol, hadn’t shed a tear in years until then. So much respect from that man. Also want to take a moment and say thanks to you as well for everything you have done for the community yourself

@CameronAlford

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Same.. and thank you man. Time to take things to the next level 💪🏻

@Deadpoolmasterchief

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A real tribute to Ken is the fiesta st

@Jtboffroad

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@@Deadpoolmasterchief I am 6,3 235lbs, I can barely fit in my focus, definitely not the fiesta😭

@jesusiskingofkings4428

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Bought my Fiesta ST because of Ken, rest in peace homie

@jacobMMotorsport

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Same dude I love mine

I watched you build that ST from the ground up, and that's what inspired me and made me want an ST so bad. Now here we are, playing with the big boys. You're such an inspiration to me Cameron, and your laid back, humble personality is what I hope to have this year. Can't wait to see what you do with this beast. Do it for Ken.

you deserve 10x the love you get. You are seriously one of the only ones out here being a role model for the great part of the car community. As I have and others, I hope you continue to make these videos for us so we can all be together in our comfort

YAYYYY SO HAPPY TO SEE THE FOCUS PLATFORM BACK!!

@CameronAlford

Жыл бұрын

LETS GOOOOO!

Man Cameron, I did about the same thing as you. I loved my ST (currently trying to sell it) but I went and got a nitrous blue RS myself 2 months ago. Loving it! You're huge for the car community!!

@mazdaspeedg2380

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That awd is totally worth it alone?

Ken is THE only reason I own a focus st and one of the biggest inspirations in my love for cars. He is second to only my grandfather. Ken was and is, a legend. Thank you for taking a moment to honor him.

the weird idle problem is most likely the fuel purge valve. i have an st and have had to replace it. super cheap and easy

I dont care how many videos you watch or how many times you see this rare breed of car, Nothing compares to driving one. Was always a bucket list car of mine. Not no more very proud owner of a 18 nitrous blue. Smile everytime I see it.

Moments like this shows the love car enthusiasts have and the connections we have no matter where we are on the earth. Moments like this bring us all together. Be safe my brothers and sisters

cameron i just want you to know you have a great impact on me as well! i bought an ST almost a year ago to the day and haven’t looked back! i watched your videos and it gave me the confidence to do whatever i felt was needed! The car is a blast 😎❤

You helped me so much with my ST your build videos are easy to follow and super detailed as well as being entertaining on top of everything else! Excited for the RS build 🙌🏾👌🏾🔥💙💯

your ST videos are what pushed me to get mine a little over a month ago. I’m IN LOVE with it, just got some parts delivered on tuesday!

and the editing! Great pace in the video. I would have talked so much smack in alphaland

I'm new to the car community. My late husband was gonna teach me more about the ST he convinced me to buy. Your videos helped provide a lot of good info & info I'm still learning. I am forever glad to have found your channel. You're honoring Ken & his legacy 💕

@_.Mercury._

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I hope you enjoy! 17 fbo st, no regrets here.

Thank you so much Cameron for posting the ST series, it made me fall in love with the Focuses even more. I remember being younger and first seeing the RS’s come out and seeing Ken blocks RS just made me want an RS even more. Thanks to you, Cameron, and Ken Block, I now am a proud owner of a 2018 Heritage Edition Race Red Focus RS. And I don’t think I would be in love with the focuses if it wasn’t for your ST videos. Love what you are doing with the channel and the direction it’s heading. Can’t wait to see new RS videos so I can start working on mine!!

Hey man, Great stuff! I’m super excited for this RS build. I came across your ST build back in 2020 and I immediately started modeling my ST. It definitely gave me some much needed confidence and what to look out for going forward and I haven’t stopped. Good luck to you and yours this upcoming year.

It’s crazy to see how inspired I was to get a focus RS after your ST videos. I don’t think I would have been as in love with it without seeing your joy with these builds. Can’t wait to see the process.

Those Gymkhana videos are what got me into cars in the first place, I never thought the passing of someone so popular would hit me so hard but this one definitely did, my first car was a golf GTI, and that's when I found your videos of the GTI and loved your channel ever since, even trying to get those same wheels you had on there haha, then I got a 2020 STI after seeing your videos, thought I couldn't afford it anymore, I missed every second of it since getting rid of it, next goal is an RS, you're a huge inspiration. Thank you Cameron, honestly.

Super excited for the RS! And exited to see more videos like this I love the build series and driving videos

I drove my RS home after work today all excited to watch this video. The Focus ST series was awesome. Can’t wait to see what you end up doing with this car.

Great vid cam! Love the content keep it coming! My fav car KZreadr ur video style is so clean

So excited for this build and what is to come with it!

My life has always been struggle,but I’m keeping motivation this year so I can buy an ST and hopefully down the line an RS. A man can dream,and only that man can fulfill that dream! RIP Ken Block I’m a love this new series

A Ken Block inspired livery/wrap would be awesome on the RS!

@CameronAlford

Жыл бұрын

Rick and I are scheming it up at this very moment..

Glad your trip back was (mostly) uneventful. The Focus RS is the only car i've been stopped in over the last 10 years or so, it just attracts attention! It was great to meet you, and I'll be watching the build for sure. Can't wait to see what you do with my baby. :)

I'm a OG owner of a 2016 Focus RS Stealth Grey with RS2 package. I love my car and the fun part is that many don't know about this car and try to race me and get surprised how fast the car is.

Welcome to the RS community. You're gonna love it, I know I love mine every day. I might do an overview series on mine too 🤔

Lets gooo! So hype for this RS series.

It is about time I have been following your focus st videos for awhile now and own one myself because of you. Looking forward to seeing if you convince me on a RS next!

The main reason I got my ST was cuz of the st you built. Fell in love with it with that series. Been watching since the Mazda speed. Found your channel with the Yuma fair one you posted actually. Been watching ever since. Congrats on the growth man.

I still have my 15 St3 while I've loved her since new I will be posting her up for sale, I bought an 05 c6 and it is just an absolute monster. I'll miss my ST but I'll always remember all the fun I had with that car.

I also got pulled over when I picked up my NB RS last year. It was my first speeding ticket ever (passing a semi in the left lane). and of course it was in Atlanta. the tix was $200, and then there was a super speeder tix for another $200. SO DO NOT SPEED in Georgia I came back here to comment after watched your Supra pick up video that you got a scanner LOL. I have been watching your videos back in the ST dayz!! We appreciate you for what you are doing for the community!

You will love the RS! Have mine for over 2 years now and absolutely love it. So practical and good at everything!

My RS has the same rev drop thing when I fill it up. Apparently, it's a known thing and is nothing to worry about. The car only seems to do it with a full tank, after a few miles it goes away. Congrats on the car and welcome to the club! Regular maintenance and oil changes are your best friend.

@notmortality

Жыл бұрын

i had this happen to me almost every fill up and i replaced my evap purge valve and it hasnt done it again, i got a check engine light for it at some point thats how bad it got lol

Glad you got an rs, night and day with some simple bolt ons and tune, you’re going to love it

I want everyone to know that the Carmaspeed community is 110% worth it. Like cam said he guided me and still is helping me grow my channel and be the best I can. Not only that but it gives Guys and girls an opportunity to make friends and have same interests and help each other figure out car things. It can be anything you need or want to bring to the table and people will help and give input. Good video cam and glad things are going so good rn keep grinding!

When I bought my RS last year I did the same thing my friend and I flew out to buy the car and take turns driving it home and on our way have a blast in the canyons.

Let's go!!!! Very excited for this

If the car idles weird after filling up, it's going to be the EVAP purge valve, super common on ST's and RS's

@ericalderson8702

Жыл бұрын

Was going to say the same thing. Did my ST a couple months ago.

keep up the great work, love the travelling vlogs too

I’ve been watching you for so long. Been waiting for you to get the rs loved the st had to get one myself!

I watched the st videos bought an st loved it now I’ve been dreaming on the focus rs and wanting to buy one soon these videos are going to be awesome I haven’t seen too many rs builds super pumped

I'm thinking about buying a RS as well, nice to see a video like this 👌

Ken Block was a HUGE inspiration to myself and all of us. I think you said it 100% correct, Ken would want us all to dream bigger than we ever have before. As someone who first owned a 2018 Focus ST, it was my first car I have ever purchased brand new off the lot only 200 miles. I loved that car but knew my dreams were bigger. After call after call and dealing with dealerships, over a year ago I made the drive 4 states over to let go of the ST but bring home something i've always wanted and dreamed of having. A 2017 Focus RS. I can say now that without a doubt if you dream hard enough and push yourself to do your best everyday you can achieve anything. Every time I get in my RS now I always have a smile on my face and remember that feeling of I can do anything. I didn't think I could ever let the RS go and now with the tragic events that have occurred, losing someone I idolized, and how much Ken really did for the car community, I don't think I can ever let the RS go now. As for you Cameron, I definitely appreciate the hard work and videos. When I had my ST, you were doing the build series on your ST. I remember watching the DIY spoiler riser and taking notes of all the supplies needed and doing it myself that weekend. I love this channel so keep up the good work man. Excited to see what comes next for the Focus RS! Who knows, might be giving me some more ideas! 😅

January 10th marks 3 years since I picked up my RS, traveled from San Diego Ca to south SF bay area to pick mine up, nothing like a good "road trip" with a new car to really get used to it. My 17 RS2 is the exact same spec as well, nothing beats the nitrous blue shining in the sun! I love my turbo subarus but working at a Ford Service dept made the RS the obvious choice when deciding on a new car to purchase, you're going to love the car, its a riot. 🤘

I started woth a ST and upgraded to an RS about a year and a half ago. I love it. I still remember the first time I saw it and the first time I drove it. It's such a great feeling. I just wish I got one with more options, doesn't have the heated steering wheel, no heated seats, not even power seats. I didn't notice when I bought it, I was just to excited to get it I didn't even notice

One, I got a focus because of you and Ken so thanks to you for carrying out Ken’s work. Secondly definitely need to do a tribute wrap on the rs

Cameron you also inspired and helped me so much! I told my husband I wanted an ST and he was shocked.I bought it and all the parts for install and I DID IT! I ACTUALLY DID IT. Thank you!

@CameronAlford

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This is all I hope from this channel. Made my day, keep crushing it!! You can do anything!!

@Cupcakeprincess85

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@@CameronAlford 😘

Found you when you had the ST, it’s awesome to see an RS!!

ken brought so many people into the community. including me. him and mcrea is the reason why i drive a subaru today!

Amazing speech about Ken, Love your content, regards from Spain

It's crazy seeing my city on this channel lol. I rarely see RS's around here but my brother has an ST with mods.

I had a Focus ST, I unfortunately totaled ‘twas a fun ride for sure. Really wish I had more time with it. Excited to see what you do with this RS.

Edits are fire Justin

Thanks for taking us on a road trip.

this video reminded me of when I was 10 years old I came across one of the gymkhanas on youtube and I remember showing my parents the gymkhana and saying I want to do that when I'm older.l

Yay! Excited for this!

Congrats on the RS

So,I only own an se, but ken has still inspired me to get into rally cross. Yes the car is slow, but I’ve learned so much with it and have become a better driver. Hopefully i can get an st soon.

yess iv been waiting for an rs series much love and rest in peace ken

@CameronAlford

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Flying to buy a used RS sight unseen is a major commitment…. I almost had to do it many times, however I was fortunate enough to find one in state & I was able to drive it first, before buying it.

Ken reignited my passion for cars in general when my friend introduced me to hoonigan (around when the drift London video came out). The way that he was not only fearless in his driving, but in pursuing what HE wanted to do, it really inspires me. #KB43ver

I’m here because I love the Focus RS. They are very rare to see on the road. Subscribed to see what performance is going to be added to this badass. By the way, I have a 2017 RS2 frozen white. 👍🏼

Welcome to the RS crew!!

been with you since we both had STs.. no way you did this on me!! 🤘🎉

If it wasn't for watching your videos I would not of got a st. It's fantastic it's everything and more to me as it helps me out with my mental health. Any ways thank you and I'll be watching everything you do to the RS 😀

Get into it man!!

I have a 17 FoST, love it. You and Ken are behind my bed and inspiration. Wish I could afford a rs but not in my realm yet

In honor of Ken, rally it! Maybe do a Ken inspired wrap to protect the paint

My RS idols the same way your saying. I think it’s just part of the RS charm😂

Can’t wait to see more about this car

Back in 2018 I drove 560 miles from San Antonio to El Paso to trade my ST for a RS then 560 miles back home to San Antonio the same day. It's the Race Red RS and I thought I'd never see one given that the numbers they sent over were so limited. 4 years later and I still have it. I almost made the mistake of trading it for a 350GT last summer but two days later I was back at the lot to reclaim my Focus. It does everything I need it to do and its fun to drive. The Ken Block video in the white tester RS made me want one when they came out.

There we go baby

As a RS owner I think we all dreamed of having one because of Ken.

Bro, he made me want a Ford Fiesta which eventually lead me to my Focus ST. And now here we are today. I hope his family is doing alright...

Love the car! I have a 2018 ST... For the idle it could be plugs or you may just need to clean the intake valves. I have a really easy method as I clean mine once a year to avoid carbon build build up. I think it's amazing you're keeping the ST/RS video's going.

@jong4939

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what method is that? I have 55k on my '17 running catch can from like 10k going to scope it soon and check.

@mikeschafer2474

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@@jong4939 I use CRC GDI intake cleaner. With a compressor blow wand and some good shop towels. I use borescope that connects to my iPhone via Wi-Fi I bought off of Amazon. I remove the intake so I can get to the intake valves. I put the borescope down one set of valves and go under the car turn over the engine clockwise, while I’m watching the borescope on my phone until one set of valves are closed. I then spray the CRC, GTI, intake cleaner into one set of valves and let it soak for about 15 to 20 minutes. I have a set of intake valve cleaning brushes that are plastic and wire that comes with a screwdriver handle and go down into the valve one at a time and clean both sides. Then I take my compressor blow wand put several shop towels over the intake valve opening while I put the the blow wand down in the intake valve and blow all the carbo & debris all comes out into the shop rag and I just keep doing that until they’re clean one set a time. I’ll look up the items that I use and like them at the bottom here. High Volume Powerful Industrial... www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQJDZNR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Craftsman Air Compressor, 6... www.amazon.com/dp/B07KHHDJGD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, IP67... www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYTHWK4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share GRIP (GRAND RAPIDS INDUSTRIAL)... www.amazon.com/dp/B01NB04QWL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share This guy does something similar : kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4Ci2c2xj9erkZM.html

Congrats !!The reason one of the greatest hot hatches was created is Ken Block insisted on AWD and drift mode and provided feedback on the development. Very few cars have this much fun at the price. Purchased my new 2017 RS1 for 2k under MSRP. Still fun five and half years later.

Never clicked on one of your videos so fast! FOCUS RS? Yes please! 😍

@CameronAlford

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Lets goooo

Crazy that in December I found your channel shortly after buying a 2017 RS and watched your entire ST build series and being sad that you let it go (I had an ST as well back in 2017 and wish I didn't sell it, but FWD drives sucks in new england.) I've also had an 04 STi and a 2015 WRX, RS is certainly better than them all IMO. I am also in shock about the timing of getting my RS.. and your intro really made me think about how much more Ken affected my life from skateboarding and on... still heartbreaking..

I definitely was in shock when I first heard. I just watched the highlights from 2022 Rally championships the week before. And my heart sank for those he left behind because like you he influenced and worked closely with so many, and his family as well. Just... man so sad for everyone. A true legend, enjoy the RS, I was in the marked in April and went with an STI over the RS. Its a beast though. Shed dudes!

FIRE dude!! i have a 2018 in race red

bro found you for the hatchbacks and i’m back for the hatchbacks let’s get the comeback going

i plan on purchasing an rs mid this year, cant wait

i still cant believe that Ken has passed away, regardless congrats on the new RS its a bucketlist car for alot of us!

So hyped to see another focus!!! These cars are so fun to drive and toss able. I have 2015 ST, don't think I can ever get rid of it. Turbo and tune coming up next!!. Plus we have the stronger motor ;) RIP Ken Block

First time watching one of your videos. I enjoyed it. I found it while trying to find decent content for a Focus RS. It is some of the better content so far, and I hope you make a lot more videos. Quick question, though. Did you ever figure out why the focus did the unusual idle? I have a 2017 RS and occasionally mine does something weird on idle. It like lowers in RPM and returns and I have no idea why. It doesn't do it all the time. Anyway, great video and I may subscribe.

Though I don't own it anymore ever since early 2013 when ken blocks blue widebody focus ST on tarmacs was unveiled I fell in love with the car. Building it in forza, dreaming about it everyday, Until I got my very own 3 years ago. Built it to the exact same spec that I had dreamed of for so many years, (White Tarmacs, suspension, full bolt ons and ofc a hoonigan license plate frame) blew cyl 4 ringlands, repaired it myself because I couldn't afford to get it done at the dealer. Which ultimately helped me find my love for working on cars. I now do it as a career and though I've never really though about it until now, Ken Block shaped who I am today and it's just crazy to think about the impact that he had on me and so many others. RIP Ken a true inspiration and hero in the automotive industry.

Love my ST. Still rockin the CS valve stem caps

Brooooo love the RS! You should try to get your hands on some of the euro bucket seats for it!!

I tried to like this 5 times but it wouldn't let me like it more than once❤️

Love the color!

I had my RS for almost a year and when I test drove it for the first time i fell in love and now after ken leaving I’m definitely keeping it forever. Best car I ever had

so hyped! :)

Reach out to Hoonigan Scotto would probably feel extremely honored to contribute to the car. I love what you do and Ken will be truly missed Rest In Power 🤍

I fell in love with the FoST because of Ken Block. I ended up buying one a couple years ago and it is now a tribute car to ken.

Keep it up Cam! 🤘

@CameronAlford

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Thanks! Appreciate you

No way 😮 I’m so hyped.

I myself got a Ford Focus ST (fell in love with the focus) because of Ken. I’ve never had to deal with a death of a family member luckily for me. However the death of Ken has hit so hard for me. Loved what he did so much. He’s the reason why I started to like rally racing. And just cars in general. RIP Ken Block

Very excited for this series! I own an st and I do dream to own an rs

As an RS owner I approve this new build! Lets go!!!