Memories of Stephen Gilboy (MorningZ) - Founder of Team-Integra
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Ihadn't put any thought into the number of years he's until others were. 23 years I've been here thanks to Steve. That's more than half my life.
his laugh at the end of this video from one of our many yearly Dragon trips. It had become much more to all of us than the cars that started it.
his laugh at the end of this video from one of our many yearly Dragon trips. It had become much more to all of us than the cars that started it.
I registered later on, but even then I was lurking on the site when brother got his 97 GS I was using the site to diagnose issues on it. All those DIY articles and pictures saved me and helped me so much.
I never got to know Steve outside of here, but through people like Josh Meadows I heard a lot of good stuff.
I never got to know Steve outside of here, but through people like Josh Meadows I heard a lot of good stuff.
This man did something for a culture that was unprecedented. He brought together people in this community who wanted to learn with people who had a knowledge base that was SOOOO vast and a forum to mine for the questions that you had. This thing that he created was so much of a foundation of my youth. I didn't know Steve personally, but I met him one time at the Dragon Run in '09.
RIP brother, I know you're unlocking that achievement and hitting 3rd gear VTEC up there.
RIP brother, I know you're unlocking that achievement and hitting 3rd gear VTEC up there.
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Steve, Thank you.
I recovered my account to come here and pay my respects.
You are the reason my integras turned out so well. I just can't part with them even though I have numerous newer project cars.
You created a place that so many could come together to learn, share and encourage each other.
I learned so much from Michael Delaney, Meltman and many others thanks to this this forum back when I was just a kid with a teg in the early 2000s that I worked many summers to get the down payment for.
It's part of what inspired me to become an engineer.
I only spoke to you once. But, I remember how humble and down to earth you were.
Im not religious. But, wherever you are, I wish you the best and pass along my sincere thanks.
I recovered my account to come here and pay my respects.
You are the reason my integras turned out so well. I just can't part with them even though I have numerous newer project cars.
You created a place that so many could come together to learn, share and encourage each other.
I learned so much from Michael Delaney, Meltman and many others thanks to this this forum back when I was just a kid with a teg in the early 2000s that I worked many summers to get the down payment for.
It's part of what inspired me to become an engineer.
I only spoke to you once. But, I remember how humble and down to earth you were.
Im not religious. But, wherever you are, I wish you the best and pass along my sincere thanks.
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Man... this news is super hard to stomach, but, like others have said, Stephen brought so much good and joy to the world that many of us may not have ever met without this wonderful forum/family.
While I collect my thoughts and process what happened, I'll leave you with a video representing what brought Stephen and I together.. the love of all things integra.
At about timestamp 7:31, you'll see Diana whip in front of us in Steve's car. They were definitely two peas in a pod... full bore or not at all... go big or go home.... I'm at a loss for words and am in a weird place, but am focusing on the plethora of good times that would not come my way without Steve.
Road to nowhere: down
While I collect my thoughts and process what happened, I'll leave you with a video representing what brought Stephen and I together.. the love of all things integra.
At about timestamp 7:31, you'll see Diana whip in front of us in Steve's car. They were definitely two peas in a pod... full bore or not at all... go big or go home.... I'm at a loss for words and am in a weird place, but am focusing on the plethora of good times that would not come my way without Steve.
Road to nowhere: down
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Oh who am I kidding, the night runs and that crazy @KaBlookie were always fun!
Fontana to Overlook night run
Fontana to Overlook night run
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Both of these video links are the same and point to an unrelated video. Just your description of them paints a vivid picture in my mind of these great people enjoying what they love!
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Just saw on socials he passed. RIP to a real one. Lots of fun Dragon memories because of him. I'm forever grateful.
Had to come over and see the site for old time's sake.
Had to come over and see the site for old time's sake.
I haven’t been on here for quite some time, as life pulled me away from this hobby. I am saddened to hear about his passing. He provided a platform for all enthusiasts to come together, esp the late night chat that would have a mind of its own.
Met some great people here through various track days and meets in So Cal and in Central Valley who I would’ve never enecohbtered had the site not existed.
May he rest in peace and I offer my sincerest condolences to his family and close friends.
Met some great people here through various track days and meets in So Cal and in Central Valley who I would’ve never enecohbtered had the site not existed.
May he rest in peace and I offer my sincerest condolences to his family and close friends.
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Man, seeing so many familiar usernames here is bringing it all back ... and has immediately reminded me about what Steve was so good at — uniting people.
I haven’t been here in years but I sure do feel like Steve has his hand on my shoulder while sitting here.
I had the pleasure of hanging out with Steve three times:
- at a TI meet in Las Vegas (April 2008) — such a great time hanging with with a big group of the crew / fellow mods
- in Seattle, where I lived at the time (June 2009) — he was going on an Alaskan cruise (just another one of his many travels) and he came in a day or two early to hang out before the ship departed. He stayed at my apartment and we had a great time .. many beers were had and we also went to the top of the Space Needle, something he had really wanted to do.
- in Florida (May 2010) — I was down there with my family as my sister was graduating from college. I made sure to set time aside to see Steve. We met up at one of the parks .. can’t remember which one. He had his famous SSBP GS-R there and I had the pleasure of driving it around for a bit. Great memories. We drank some beers, got some food, and had many laughs.
Steve changed my life.
TI was a huge part of my life, for a long time, and I have lasting friendships in which the roots were forged from behind a keyboard while interacting here. These are people that I still talk to (and see) a regular basis.
I’m really going to miss Steve. What a guy.
Living on opposite coasts, it wasn’t easy to see Steve .. but we stayed in touch on FB. I will (and have, really, for some time now..) miss his posts on FB — he was so active on there and I loved watching him live his life. He was always busy with something .. a project, learning or posting about the latest tech / gadgets, visiting a theme park, complaining about sports, or just helping out a friend or neighbor, as it seemed he did almost daily.
Rest easy, Steve. Thanks for everything.
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I haven’t been here in years but I sure do feel like Steve has his hand on my shoulder while sitting here.
I had the pleasure of hanging out with Steve three times:
- at a TI meet in Las Vegas (April 2008) — such a great time hanging with with a big group of the crew / fellow mods
- in Seattle, where I lived at the time (June 2009) — he was going on an Alaskan cruise (just another one of his many travels) and he came in a day or two early to hang out before the ship departed. He stayed at my apartment and we had a great time .. many beers were had and we also went to the top of the Space Needle, something he had really wanted to do.
- in Florida (May 2010) — I was down there with my family as my sister was graduating from college. I made sure to set time aside to see Steve. We met up at one of the parks .. can’t remember which one. He had his famous SSBP GS-R there and I had the pleasure of driving it around for a bit. Great memories. We drank some beers, got some food, and had many laughs.
Steve changed my life.
TI was a huge part of my life, for a long time, and I have lasting friendships in which the roots were forged from behind a keyboard while interacting here. These are people that I still talk to (and see) a regular basis.
I’m really going to miss Steve. What a guy.
Living on opposite coasts, it wasn’t easy to see Steve .. but we stayed in touch on FB. I will (and have, really, for some time now..) miss his posts on FB — he was so active on there and I loved watching him live his life. He was always busy with something .. a project, learning or posting about the latest tech / gadgets, visiting a theme park, complaining about sports, or just helping out a friend or neighbor, as it seemed he did almost daily.
Rest easy, Steve. Thanks for everything.
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Oh man, I was just wondering about him. I noticed he hadn't posted anything in a while on instagram and was wondering how he was doing. RIP Z, such a shame. I never got to meet or speak to him in person, but over the years we exchanged some conversation on this forum. He really was a pillar of this community and this forum and was a help to all on here. My condolences to his friends and family.
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Steve took me on a night run the first night I got to the Dragon. I had never been there before. He didn't warn me. The whole time was me grabbing the "oh ****" handle and wondering if we were going to make the next turn...I almost fell out of that car from the adrenaline after lol.
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I never knew him personally, but from signing up for the old T-I forums in 2004, this place was special. From all the meets in our central Florida region and the plethora of knowledge, this man organized and brought to the world. We lost an icon that built something special with the idea of bringing people together via the Acura Integra. What a legacy and he will be missed.
The memories this screenshot brings up...
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The memories this screenshot brings up...
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Seeing so many OG's chime in here I know would make Steve smile.
I'm now extremely grateful I got to see Steve last March after attending the Sebring 12hr. We only had a few hours but Steve was generous enough to let me shower after a ripe 4x days of 90* temps in Sebring, took me to the Daytona Int'l Speedway for a tour, and to his favorite beach bar at Daytona Beach. He drove, of course.
This news hit me hard as I naively didn't realize the full scope of another's scenario. As I've collected my thoughts I can now connect many dots and it all started with this tight knit community Steve built that I joined in 2004. The impacts from this site, such as quality technical articles, discussions, and community integrations via Chat, etc., led me to a 19yr journey across the greater Honda community, including my roles as a TI mod for years (?) and Type R Expo committee lead for 12yrs. All because I bought a '99 GS-R in '04...Time to write up some funny stories:
Thank you to the admins for updating my profile's email and password reset.
I'm now extremely grateful I got to see Steve last March after attending the Sebring 12hr. We only had a few hours but Steve was generous enough to let me shower after a ripe 4x days of 90* temps in Sebring, took me to the Daytona Int'l Speedway for a tour, and to his favorite beach bar at Daytona Beach. He drove, of course.
This news hit me hard as I naively didn't realize the full scope of another's scenario. As I've collected my thoughts I can now connect many dots and it all started with this tight knit community Steve built that I joined in 2004. The impacts from this site, such as quality technical articles, discussions, and community integrations via Chat, etc., led me to a 19yr journey across the greater Honda community, including my roles as a TI mod for years (?) and Type R Expo committee lead for 12yrs. All because I bought a '99 GS-R in '04...Time to write up some funny stories:
- First (TI) Dragon Run in 2004....without Steve's blessing
- TI mod meet in Las Vegas, my first trip to Vegas
- TI Dragon Run years, taking over Fontana Village Inn
- Steve's first Type R Expo in 2011
- TurboLS's wedding
- Steve's 40th birthday party
- Randomly running into Steve in NYC, with his RS!
- probably more....
Thank you to the admins for updating my profile's email and password reset.
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Logging in for the first time in years. Stephen Gilboy (AKA MorningZ), creator of Team Integra, lifelong friend, amazing husband to his late wife, son, godfather, mentor, fun loving, life loving, and overall wonderful and outgoing individual…It is a sad time for many…but his passing is not how I will remember him.
I remember just getting my drivers license, and getting my first car (Integra) and found Team Integra in December of 2007. Little did I know TI and Stephen (Steve) would become a huge part of my life.
I remember the first Dragon Run I attended and meeting Steve, and many others. All the fun times.
I remember him leading many runs. Planning many events and overall just being a great leader.
I remember his love of fun and enjoying the moment.
I remember him calling my parents on the phone to reassure them that me (a teenager at the time) would not be in danger at a high performing driving event we were going to attend.
I remember I lost a go pro one year, and he gave me money from the sales of club shirts (that he could have used to maintain the website) to me to put toward a new one.
I remember him checking up on many of us. Getting a kick out of the simple things in life.
He was extremely intelligent in the IT world and amazing project manager in the professional world…but he never let those obligations get in the way of his fun.
I remember his proposal to Diana at the overlook on Deals gap.
I remember the devestating day that Diana passed away from an accident and we went down to Florida to attend her funeral and support Steve.
I remember despite adversity, he still had a positive outlook in life and was always concerned about others. He loved friends. He loved being able to do what he wanted! He loved his car hobby, and just loved life overall.
He hated losing his independence the last few months, but that’s not how we will remember him. We will remember him for his love of others, his ability to attract amazing people and bring out the best in them. The world is a little bit darker without him now.
RIP Steve. You were one in a Billion.
Race in peace. All of us in TI hope to strive to be half the person you were. Thank you for being you my friend. We already miss you.
I remember just getting my drivers license, and getting my first car (Integra) and found Team Integra in December of 2007. Little did I know TI and Stephen (Steve) would become a huge part of my life.
I remember the first Dragon Run I attended and meeting Steve, and many others. All the fun times.
I remember him leading many runs. Planning many events and overall just being a great leader.
I remember his love of fun and enjoying the moment.
I remember him calling my parents on the phone to reassure them that me (a teenager at the time) would not be in danger at a high performing driving event we were going to attend.
I remember I lost a go pro one year, and he gave me money from the sales of club shirts (that he could have used to maintain the website) to me to put toward a new one.
I remember him checking up on many of us. Getting a kick out of the simple things in life.
He was extremely intelligent in the IT world and amazing project manager in the professional world…but he never let those obligations get in the way of his fun.
I remember his proposal to Diana at the overlook on Deals gap.
I remember the devestating day that Diana passed away from an accident and we went down to Florida to attend her funeral and support Steve.
I remember despite adversity, he still had a positive outlook in life and was always concerned about others. He loved friends. He loved being able to do what he wanted! He loved his car hobby, and just loved life overall.
He hated losing his independence the last few months, but that’s not how we will remember him. We will remember him for his love of others, his ability to attract amazing people and bring out the best in them. The world is a little bit darker without him now.
RIP Steve. You were one in a Billion.
Race in peace. All of us in TI hope to strive to be half the person you were. Thank you for being you my friend. We already miss you.
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