High Octane Dads

SummaryIn this episode, James and Chris dive into their recent automotive maintenance adventures, discussing everything from fuel pump replacements to tire changes. They share personal stories about family involvement in car projects and the challenges that come with them. The conversation also touches on the nostalgia of music, concert experiences, and how these elements intertwine with their aut...

What fuels a High Octane Dad? In this episode, we're covering the full spectrum, from the garage to the music room. First, we dive into the world of vehicles, debating if the Ford Maverick is the perfect dad truck and why we get nostalgic for the cars of our youth. We explore the classic "midlife crisis car," the challenges of content creation at car events like Nopi Nationals, and h...

This week, it's back to just Chris and James talking coffee, cars, and cardio. The guys discuss finding the motivation to hit the gym, building better fitness habits using lessons from "Atomic Habits" , and the nagging injuries that can derail your progress. Is pickleball the next big thing for dads?.On the automotive front, we've got more project car problems, from a completely...

Join us for Episode 37 of the High Octane Dads podcast for some serious gearhead talk with our special guest, Ajay Brown! With 11 years of experience working with Ferrari, Ajay shares his incredible journey from a tech school student to working on exclusive race cars. This episode is for every guy who loves the smell of gasoline, the thrill of motorsports, and the satisfaction of wrenching on thei...

Get ready for another high-octane session! In episode 36, Chris takes us down a frustrating rabbit hole of fixing the air conditioning on his 25-year-old Suburban, a saga involving a broken belt, a seized tensioner pulley, and the wrong parts from the auto store. Meanwhile, James shares his own car project updates, including a potential fan issue on his Firebird and the never-ending saga of his OB...

Join James and Chris on Episode 35 of the High Octane Dads podcast, the ultimate show for car-loving dads! Dive into the latest automotive news, including the exciting return of the Hemi V8 in 2026 Ram trucks and why the V6 just didn’t cut it for towing. Hear about James’ wild ride with a Buick Envision’s drive-by-wire scare and the headaches of modern car tech. The guys also geek out over NASCAR,...

Episode 34 of the High Octane Dads podcast is here! James and Chris talk about the realities of being busy dads, from high school graduations to the never-ending to-do list. Chris shares his struggles and plans for upgrading his dual fan relay harness. Tune in for relatable dad stories and some gearhead talk! Chapters00:00 Navigating Family Milestones and Challenges03:00 The Value of Education: De...

Join Chris and James in Episode 33 of the High Octane Dads Podcast as they dive into a range of relatable topics! From humorous stories about feeling old after interactions with younger generations to the everyday challenges and rewards of fatherhood, including teaching kids to drive and dealing with unexpected car troubles. The dads also share their thoughts on staying healthy, the pros and cons...

In this episode of the High Octane Dads podcast, hosts Chris and James catch up after a brief hiatus to discuss their latest car projects and family life. Chris shares his adventure buying a 2002 Monte Carlo SS pace car edition for his daughter after her Volvo accident, complete with amusing encounters at gas stations with fellow car enthusiasts. The guys debate the merits of dill versus sweet rel...

Get the latest motorsports updates with the High Octane Dads! In this episode, we cover NASCAR's Darlington throwback weekend, Formula 1 shake-ups, and Cletus McFarland's Freedom 500 with its $200K prize choices. Plus, hear our hilarious teen driving stories that every car-loving parent will relate to! We dive into the eternal car guy debate: should you daily drive your dream car or preser...

Join James and Chris on Episode 30 of the High Octane Dads Podcast as they dive into the latest racing news and automotive debates! Get the inside scoop on NASCAR's Martinsville predictions, F1 drama with Yuki Tsunoda replacing Liam Lawson, and Ferrari's disqualification woes. The guys debate the eternal question: resto-mod classics or modern performance cars? Plus, laugh along with tales...

Join James and Chris on Episode 29 of the High Octane Dads Podcast where we dive into the latest racing controversies, automotive news, and our all-time favorite car movies! 🏎️ TOPICS COVERED: NASCAR controversy: Christopher Bell's unexpected pit stop into another team's box F1 China Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton impresses with Ferrari, McLaren takes pole NHRA updates: Antron Brown's win...

In this episode of High Octane Dads, James and Chris reconnect despite Chris being on the road in Chicago. They dive into automotive news including Brittany Force's record-breaking eighth-mile speed, F1 season kickoff, Cadillac's upcoming F1 team, and NASCAR updates. Chris shares progress on his Caprice project, detailing his head work, rocker arm replacements, and electrical challenges. J...

In this episode, James and Chris discuss various topics related to racing, automotive projects, and garage organization. They share updates on recent racing events, including NASCAR and IndyCar, and delve into their personal projects, particularly Chris's Caprice build. The conversation shifts to the challenges of winter projects, the importance of garage organization, and the tools they'v...

Season 2 Week 2 and we are getting back in the groove. This week in automotive news we talk about some NASCAR updates, the upcoming race at Circuit of the Americas, and Greg Biffle going sleeveless! Then we talk a bit about project updates and garage organization. Oh, and James is ordering racecar parts off Temu! Yikes! Buckle up and let's go! Or don't, it's a free country.

Join us for our cold start to season 2 of the High Octane Dads podcast! We dive into some recent automotive news, talk about what we've been up to, and talk a bit about plans for future episodes. SummaryIn this episode of the Hive Octane Dads podcast, hosts James and Chris discuss the latest happenings in the automotive and motorsports world, including NASCAR updates and Cleetus McFarland'...

We know we know its been too long! But the holidays and life kicked our butts! Strap in and listen to us and our favorite motorcycle mechanic Mikey cut it up in this almost 2 hour episode! If you would like to be a guest or have questions or topic ideas reach out to us through our socials highoctanedads.com for the links or email hod.official.chris@gmail.com

In this episode we talk a bit about our life changes we are going through as well as a few projects or repairs. A bit of discussion on pulling away from social media a bit more than we have on our personal accounts and we talk about the upcoming Holidays and the future plans for High Octane Dads.

Join us on this weeks episode with special guest Dustin “Walnut” Shull! We dive into a little bit of his background working with local speed shops. His love of car audio builds and some past and current projects and where he is in the automotive world today! So kick back and go on a trip down nostalgia lane with us!

Episode 21: Mental Health, Fitness, and... Cheese? (And a little EV talk) This week on High Octane Dads, we're pumping the brakes on the car talk (mostly) and shifting gears towards a different kind of horsepower: the power of the mind and body! Join us as we delve into the importance of mental health for dads, share tips on staying fit amidst the chaos of parenthood, and talk about the best chees...

🔥 Buckle up for a MEGA-episode of High Octane Dads! 🔥 This week, we're joined by the incredible Mikey Guthrie. We dive deep into all things cars, motorcycles, and the joys and challenges of being a dad. Plus, get the inside scoop on Mikey's new YouTube channel, "Mikey's Fab Shop," launching this November! 💥 You don't want to miss this! 💥 In this episode, we discuss: Mikey's passion for all thi...

In this episode of the High Octane Dads podcast, hosts James and Chris share personal updates, including Chris's recent job transition after 18 years and his preparations for a new role. They discuss the importance of quality clothing and shoes, particularly in relation to comfort and durability. The conversation then shifts to a recent car trouble experience Chris faced while driving his family t...

On this episode of High Octane Dads, we're taking it low and slow...literally! James is planning to lower the Trans Am so we discuss the pros and cons of cutting springs versus investing in lowering springs. We'll walk you through the process of removing your springs, whether you're going for that aggressive stance or just want to refresh your suspension. But that's not all! We also talk about: Mo...

In this episode of High Octane Dads, we dive deep into the diverse world of automotive enthusiasts to explore the question: What type of car guy are you? Whether you're a classic car collector, a muscle car aficionado, a tuner fanatic, or a green-tech advocate, your passion for cars shares your identity in unique ways. Sit back take a load off and listen as James and Chris chat it up this week on...

Hang out while we talk about our cars, goals, and working at Motion Raceworks with Kevin from  @TrailerParkMotorsports  ! #automobile #projectcars #dadlife #thirdgen #dragracing