Two Guys Garage Podcast

All aftermarket parts are not created equal. Sure, a set of rims can turn a plain Jane daily driver into a head turner, but when it comes to true performance, superior quality materials and engineering are where the rubber really meets the road. The same holds true for batteries, which run the gamut from practical to powerhouse. In this episode, Kevin and Willie nerd out over both in conversations...

Despite being one of the most critical elements in shaping an engine build, there’s a certain amount of mystery that surrounds the camshaft. In this episode, champion racer and renowned camshaft wizard Brian Tooley delivers a master class on the subject, dropping some serious science on the guys and revealing the three biggest mistakes most often made, even by seasoned professionals. Learn more ab...

For its sheer WOW factor, nothing quite beats the Ripsaw EV3-F4 that blew away Willie and Kevin at last year’s SEMA Show. A collaboration between Howe and Howe Technologies and PPE, this sportin’ and snortin’ toy-above-all-toys features a Duramax 6.6L 800hp engine that delivers 1350 ft/lbs of torque at 2100 RPM, all married to a tube chassis that looks and acts like a personalized tank! Mike Howe...

Singular among automotive hobbyists, enthusiasts and collectors, the name Lingenfelter is instantly identifiable as both a one-of-a-kind Collection of unique cars and a state-of-the-art Performance Engineering company. In this episode, the guys sit down with Ken Lingenfelter for a wide-ranging conversation touching on everything from Cars and Coffees, to Cadillacs and Colorados, to Camaros and Cor...

The eternal quest for maximum speed has yielded many different types of power adders, with nitrous oxide chief among these. In this episode, Induction Solutions’ nitrous guru Steve Johnson puts his foot on the gas and injects the guys with a high power shot of adrenaline, blasting them off on a whirlwind tour of the latest breakthroughs and innovations in the field. Learn more about your ad choice...

They say love is blind, and when it comes to his 1966 Dodge Charger 383 4-speed, Willie will be the first to admit it. In this episode, Willie professes his undying love for this self-described “Ugly Duckling,” which he’s actually chopped the top off of – and that’s just for starters! As Kevin can himself appreciate, it’s the ultimate labor of automotive love. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

FACT: In Ohio, thousands of vehicles lose as much as 10 pounds per year to an insidious, hidden enemy – corrosion. Winter weather conditions will leave an unprotected underbody at great risk of serious and costly damage. In this episode, Kevin and Willie get the inside scoop on oil-based rust proofing from Joe Dupont of NH Oil Undercoating, which has formulated a non-toxic application that protect...

For many in the hot rodding world, the sport is much more than a hobby, it’s an obsession; the passion is in the blood. Case in point: Dan Millen and the gang at Livernois Motorsports and Engineering. As Willie and Kevin discover in this podcast, these guys buy and drive only what they can modify… which is just about anything and everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

On this episode of the podcast, Kevin and Willie sweat the details of quality control in crankshafts, connecting rods and camshaft cores with Heath Norton of Callies Performance Products. When the conversation turns to the rebirth of the legendary Gen 2 Hemi cast iron block, the guys just about blow a gasket!    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An explosion in the popularity of off-roading has created tremendous growth in the aftermarket suspension category, with an endless array of options now available to provide maximum lift for conquering whatever terrain excites you. In this episode, the guys spend some quality time at SEMA salivating over the offerings and swapping stories with Skyjacker Suspensions honcho Lonnie McCurry, Jr. Learn...

When placed in the hands of a master craftsman, raw sheet metal can be transformed from inanimate object into mobile masterpiece. In this episode, Kevin and Willie get a firsthand account of the creative process from award-winning metalworker Ron Covell, as he reveals both the mystery and the magic of this incredible art form Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The story goes something like this: Young son asks his dad for a real-life version of his favorite video game supercar and dad says okay. This is where it gets interesting. The object of 12-year old Xander’s eye is a half-million-dollar Lamborghini Aventador, and as his dad, Dr. Sterling Backus, is a renowned physicist, they decide to build their own… by 3D printing one from scratch! It’s an incre...

Ever wonder what it’s like to spend your working hours conjuring visions of cool custom cars and then seeing them actually brought to life? Designer Murray Pfaff has been doing exactly that for years, and in this episode he regales the guys with tales of dreams made real that are absolutely to die for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The name Roush is synonymous with automotive power and performance. But as a full-service engineering company for hire, Roush Industries is involved in a whole lot more – from aviation and alternative fuel development, to military applications and deep space exploration. On this episode, Crate Engine Program Manager Jim Kemp gives the guys a crash course in all things Roush, from the 2019 F-150 Ni...

Fans of the long-running series Overhaulin’ may recall that our very own Kevin Byrd appeared in some early episodes alongside Adrienne Janic, aka “AJ”. On this episode, AJ joins Kevin and Willie for a lively discussion about automotive television past and present, ranging from her initial trial by fire as a novice working alongside Chip Foose, to some of her most memorable and outrageous experienc...

In this podcast, Power Stop’s Brand Manager, Motorsports and Events Coordinator Kris Miller gives the guys the lowdown on the company’s latest developments in brake technology, and Willie recalls running a set of his so hard they caught fire… literally! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a critical engine part, pistons have always taken a brutal beating, but never more so than they do today. In this episode, Willie and Kevin go inside JE Pistons with Mark Gearhart and Evan Perkins of parent company Race Winning Brands, for some insights into state-of-the-art technology our granddads could never have even imagined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Willie and Kevin are race guys to their core, and in this episode they get their engines revving over the Ultimate Street Car Association’s [USCA] custom-built, run-hard racing series, the OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car. Cam Douglass and Jimi Day join the guys to talk about the road to SEMA and the grueling invitational finale at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Learn more about your ad choice...

Advances in suspension technology are happening faster than ever, including electronic coilovers with 8-position adjustment that can make modifications on the fly using just a mobile phone and an app. In this podcast, Kevin and Willie get the latest scoop from the man at the top of Hotchkis Sport Suspension, John Hotchkis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8-track players, cassettes, compact discs, Bluetooth audio, digital streaming – the car audio industry has seen them all, and more. And with each new format comes advances in quality and convenience previously thought impossible. In this episode, Kevin and Willie are guided through the latest innovations and breakthroughs courtesy of John Myers, Sr. Global Trainer/ Media Custom Audio Analyst at Ki...

From its humble beginnings as a respected maker of carburetors, Holley has morphed over several generations into an automotive aftermarket powerhouse, now with 31 different brands under its corporate umbrella. “We’re dream makers,” says Director of Marketing Bill Tichenor, as in this podcast he recounts that evolution to the guys and makes his case for the true heyday of the muscle car being right...

Heat management is certainly among the most critical functions of any vehicle, be it a daily driver or high-performance race car. In this episode, the guys are all fired up to discuss the latest technological advances in the discipline with Steve Heye of Heatshield Products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Considered by many to be music to their ears, there’s nothing quite so distinctive and stirring as the sound of a full-throated exhaust system to set pulses racing. In this episode, Willie and Kevin delve into the art, science and visceral effect of exhaust with Magnaflow’s Senior Manager/Spokesman, Richard Waitas.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season is a time for giving back to the community, and especially to those among us who are less fortunate than others. In this episode, Willie and Kevin discuss the charitable activities nearest and dearest to them, most notably Willie’s Cars for Christmas program, now in its 14th year, dedicated to changing lives one car at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

It’s no secret that Willie is mad about Mopar, and in this episode he and Kevin spend quality time with two key execs from the company. First, Joseph Dehner, Head of Ram and Mopar Design at FCA North America gives the guys the lowdown on the Lowliner Concept vehicle unveiled at the recent SEMA Show. Then, they’re blown away by FCA Engineering Supervisor Mike Rossey as he takes them deep inside the...