11 Sep 2025 / By Brad Smith

146: From Home Builds to Hypercars: Composites for Everyone [PODCAST]

146: From Home Builds to Hypercars: Composites for Everyone [PODCAST]

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Composites might seem like the secret language of aerospace engineers and hypercar builders, but Gabriel Mountjoy from Common Fibers is here to break down those barriers. He’s out to prove that composites aren’t just exotic materials—you can use them to elevate your own builds too.

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09 Sep 2025 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

Why is aero so important, but so overlooked?

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Aerodynamic Forces & Effects

Aerodynamics plays a vital role in race car performance.

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28 Aug 2025 / By Brad Smith

145: How to Avoid Wasting Thousands on the Dyno [PODCAST]

145: How to Avoid Wasting Thousands on the Dyno [PODCAST]

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It’s common for car enthusiasts to rush their car onto the dyno before it’s truly ready, only to have it strapped down and the tuner uncover a list of issues. Nothing kills the excitement of chasing those long-awaited power figures faster than unexpected problems.

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14 Aug 2025 / By Brad Smith

144: Is a Retired F1 Car the Ultimate Track Toy? [PODCAST]

144: Is a Retired F1 Car the Ultimate Track Toy? [PODCAST]

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Formula 1 represents the pinnacle of motorsport and James Densley along with the team at TDF Limited are breathing new life into retired F1 cars, transforming them back into the ultimate track weapons.

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11 Aug 2025 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

You're Setting Your Ride Height WRONG (Probably)

You're Setting Your Ride Height WRONG (Probably)

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You’re probably doing this wrong, but it’s not your fault.

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11 Aug 2025 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

DIY Automotive Sheet Metal Fabrication | 5 Minute Guide

DIY Automotive Sheet Metal Fabrication | 5 Minute Guide

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Make your own professional-quality parts using basic shop tools and materials.

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06 Aug 2025 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

Why Factory Transmissions Feel Like Garbage (And How to Fix It)

Why Factory Transmissions Feel Like Garbage (And How to Fix It)

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If your auto trans shifts feel like a soggy handshake, it’s most likely not the hardware. It’s the tune, and you can (often) fix that.

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31 Jul 2025 / By Brad Smith

143: DIY Motorsport Isn’t Easy But It’s Insanely Rewarding [PODCAST]

143: DIY Motorsport Isn’t Easy But It’s Insanely Rewarding [PODCAST]

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No matter the stage of a build, most projects reach a point where giving up feels tempting. They demand grit and perseverance—and Karel Silha from KS Motorsport’s wild DTM-inspired M4 Time Attack build is no exception.

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