Namsayin: Cars & Convos

Latest Episodes:

Organized Lightening w/ photographer Dhanel Arellano Aug 31, 2022

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Dhanel the shutterbug is in studio and joins the boys on the couch this episode. They hit the ground running with a recap of the Namsayin cruise to Milkvue (@milkvue) in Gig Harbor Washington. Highlights from the cruise, the delicious creations and ideas that can be found at Milkvue and the full circle connection of holding a show at a life long car lovers new business.

Next the guys talk electric sport/enthusiast vehicles with three heavy watt options in Dodge’s Challenger Dayton concept, the BMW I4 M and the Polestar 6. What is in the electric skunk works of some of the automotive industries top performance makers? Is there hope for the hot-rod, in an electric car future?Walt breaks down the wild styling attached to all these electric powered up and comers and everyone gives their Ya & Nay of the electric options coming in the next few years.

The fellas take a moment to bow and pray at the altar of Porsche, with a front to back on the new 911 GT3. The power, the handling, the interior and the wings, there are so many wings. Is the new GT3 911 better than the old in everyway? Is it possible the GT3 touring could be a true swan song for the everyday?

Then the guys jump into the current Dodge EV offerings, before the Challenger Daytona sees the showroom floor, with the NEW Dodge Hornet. The guys discuss the trim levels, options and what it means for Dodge to be last to the EV game, but first with a power shot button.

After that the guys try to tackle Al’s family car needs with a look into the used car market at what is available for $50,000. They compare brands and models of both used cars & new cars, for value, options and availability in todays fluctuating car market.

Finally we talk photography with Dhanel. What he looks for in a photo. What led him to photography. How he tells his story through photos, and what are his favorite styles/ cars to shoot

Ferrari Funk Aug 24, 2022

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The three amigos come together this week, to bring you the automotive news and interesting stories from around the globe. Starting with the extension of the US EV tax credit. The $7500 tax credit for US citizens to purchase EV and hybrid vehicles has been given new regulations such as, built in the USA and reliance on none Chinese batteries. Does the added regulations make it easier more difficult for Americans to go electric, what other global markets can supply batteries and what does the future road map of America look like, when all electrified.

Next, the guys discuss new laws that have been brought before congress and the house of representatives, in regards to self driving cars. The bipartisan support to update our aging traffic and safety laws, much of which has not been addressed since the 1970s. Lastly, what specific new technology are our elected leaders tackling and trying to regulate.

The fellas then look at photos and reports from the Bonneville salt flats Speed week. The festival had to be canceled due to heavy rain and flooding in the desert and the boys touch on what the changing world and its climate may have in store for motorsports of the future.

The guys jump over to the land of pasta and the prancing horse for a discussion on Ferrari's massive brake failure recall. Do things like brake failure and design failure of components in brake systems and suspension systems mean rough waters ahead for the sports car moniker? Does Ferrari suffer in any way from having these types of recalls? The fellas ask what does brand identity mean to a company like Ferrari.

Finally, the guys dive deep into the Ford F-150 Lightenings accessories. The new electric truck has a bevy of new and model specific options, such as a payload scale built into the bed of the truck. Al, Walt and Garrett go back and forth on the options that they most enjoy and have the most real world application as well as ponder what options they would each have for their fully equipped F-150 of the future.

Live From the 2022 Namsayin CID car show Aug 17, 2022

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The boys are Live and Direct from the first ever, Namsayin car show! Sponsored by both the city of Seattle and local C.I.D businesses / organizations. This one is all about sun, fun and of course cars.

First up to bat is Sonny D of Lifetime Car Club. Sonny is a life long gear head who has wrenched on nearly everything over the years. His Lifetime Car Club community is full of classic low-riders and wild all out builds that each member of the group helps contribute to. Sonny talks about the challenges of keeping a car club together for so long and the unique challenges they faced organizing events back in the 80s and 90s. And lastly Sonny touches on bringing the culture to the next generation of car lovers.

Then the fellas chop it up with Michael Bush, race team builder, comic lover and friend of the children. Mike tells us about growing up with Max Boost comics and that sometimes meeting your heroes is truly amazing. Mike speaks about his humble beginnings and how his passion for cars and racing lead him to work with some amazing industry people to produce not only the comic book from his childhood, Max Boost, But also a brand new book, H is for Honda, sponsored by Honda Motor Corp. We touch base on the future of his racing and race team as well as what other projects Michael has in the line up.

Last up is the one and only Buddha Matsui of Gold Leaf Gardens. Buddha discusses taking the community mindset into the business world and walks us through how the values and interpersonal skills learned / earned in the car community, helped lay the foundation and labor support for one of the biggest and best organically grown cannabis companies in the country. Buddha has watched the car community and culture change and let's us in on where he believes the future of crusin, car shoes and the larger car community is headed. Lastly Buddha discusses health and the importance of keeping healthy to enjoy the best life has to offer.

It's a line up like no other, at a car show like no other, the C.I.D / Namsayin 1st ever Car Show experience.

The One About the Type R Aug 10, 2022

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The fellas are back in studio with a full plate. Starting with a new segment in the automotive market, adventure vehicles. What is this new vehicle genre, where is it going and what can we gleam from the past, that may show us what's coming in the future for this new type of automobile.

Then the guys jump into the electrifying future of the USPS. The USPS plans to have an all electric fleet by 2025. This includes a new modular fleet vehicle for mail and package delivery. What would a fleet of EV vehicles this size mean for the affordable electric car market? Would moving so many cars to EV move the needle when it comes to climate change? The guys discuss the possibility and scenarios.

Next up is new models! The boys dive deep into some of the newest and coolest models from major manufacturers. First up, Hyundai's new N74 design. The car, the design, the power train, the history and the future. What does such an exciting design mean for Hyundai? Will it be built? What can Hyundai use from the N74 in its design language.

Second, but first in our hearts, The next generation Civic Type R. The group gives praise to the car Gods for the new civic and go bumper to bumper on the more adult, more powerful and more attractive, Honda Civic FE chassis.

The fellas take a break from new models to discuss Jeeps massive recall. What does the Jeep brand mean today compared to 50 years ago. Is it still the all American brand we remember or has it shifted with the times? What does a brake failure of this magnitude mean for the Jeep.

Lastly, we discuss the Midori green Civic, goals, shout outs and thanks

the Hiro we deserve and need W/ Austin of Hiro's Hotrods Aug 03, 2022

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The fellas welcome their first guest in house and its the one and only Austin Hironaka owner and founder of Hiro's hotrod.
They dive into the business, the mindset, the people that make up Hiro's hotrods. Austin opens up about what the word hotrod means to him, building the community behind a business, the stresses and victories of starting and growing your passion into a business, the cars Austin started with and how they came to be and finally the future of Hiro's Hotrods.
Then the guys jump into a new Toyota concept SUV that has won a prestigious Italian design award, Walt discusses the reasons behind the win and what the design language translates to as far as reality and the potential for building one.
Next up, the electrical woes continue, this time at Ford. They discuss the Mach-E and what an almost complete fleet recall means for the brand, the electric car movement in general and will this give loyalty to the growing independent all electric car market.
After that the boys look at the new Trailblazer and wonder what is Chevrolet thinking? How does an EV branded SS work with the rest of Chevrolet's fleet and how can companies behind on electric vehicles and technology in the market catch up to rivals.
Lastly the group talks the future of license plates as new digital plates are being sold and tested in a few US states and Al gives us the 411 on the Midori green civic.

Find Austin @

https://www.hiroshotrods.com/

IG: @hironakasan & @hiros_hotrods

Ooh La La Aloha Jul 27, 2022

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The boys are back in studio with a cornucopia of automotive news, updates and stories.
First, they dive into Mercedes /AMG's new ONE car, Walter explains the design language as Al and Garrett drool over the details and power plant. Then the future of F1 looks bright, as Porsche and Audi are poised to make 2 new teams and the guys talk racing, what each host is looking forward to in the coming seasons of F1 and what are the things about the sport that keep them watching. Next up is electric cars, from major brands choosing a future all electric fleet, to small promising electric startups going through growing pains. The boys cover it all, going in-depth on Lexus's electric strategy, Lotus's leap for all electric sports cars and Rivian's plant fire.
Finally, the guys discuss car shows, higher thinking when it comes to creating community car shows, the best and worst ideas from current running car show productions as well as what makes a true street / street & show / pure show car. Lastly Al takes us to Maui, with a highlight of his trip to the islands, the car culture on the island and tips /tricks for getting around while visiting the islands.
Aloha!

The Italian Job Jul 20, 2022

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Al, Walt and Garrett sit down to talk current car news, specifically new models. But first, the boys go to Italy to discuss the land of the prancing horse. Italian drivers, Italian cars and the overall importance of character building through driving in foreign countries. Then on to the NEW Toyota Corolla GR and what to expect. How much bang is the new hot hatch for the buck and will this lead to more performance from other brands? The fellas also weigh in on Acura's revival of the Integra. Can the name carry enough weight to make sales? Walt breaks down the building blocks of the design and we ask Al, our resident Integra aficionado, does he find it dry or WET. Finally, All three give their biggest pet peeves at automotive shows and community meets with Grinds My Gears, all in good fun, but respect is always key at any Namsayin gathering or venture. Lastly Al touch on all things People's Midori, with an update on the Midori green Honda Civic.

Live from Wekfest: Seattle 2022 Jul 18, 2022

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Walt and Garrett are the dynamic duo on this Live from Seattle Wekfest recording, at the beautiful Washington Convention Center. Al was there in spirit, so it was up to the two remaining hosts to capture all the magic of this high-revving, attention to detail, friends and family style car show called Wekfest. We talk to local vendors like Cooper of C's Customs and Kels from Exotic Snacks. We tap local petrol heads and past trophy winners to gain insight and foresight into the current field, and what some of the past winners have planned for the future. We discuss COMMUNITY (something that is greatly important to us) with local and national car clubs/groups. Teddie from Liberty VIP explains what it takes to build and maintain a national car club, as well as the local support that goes hand in hand with being a part of any good-natured car community. Walt and Garrett go in depth with two-time Car of the Festival winner, Eric Anderson for his 1985 Honda Civic DX ( B18c5 motor, Kinsler ITBs, Private label headers, custom roll cage & widebody fenders, AEM electronics & management Hayashi Super Street wheels and of course a livery done by Walter Franco of Namsayin) . Finally, the guys touch base on all the firsts the 2022 Wekfest Seattle edition held for individuals, the community, and of course the Namsayin family.

Interviewees:

@cscustomizing / cscustomizing.com - Copper

@ayo.its.vince - Vince

@exoticsnacking / exotixsnacks.com - Kels

@Caryl_nicehunters - Caryl

@dori7os_fd3s - Tim

@teddie2gs.libertyvip_ - Teddie

@dhanel.photo - Dhanel

@flatbeddirtbag - Eric

Intros to Convos Jul 11, 2022

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Al, Walt and Garrett introduce you to the world of Namsayin. They discuss personal backgrounds and automotive stories that took them down the path of petrol, as well as the current builds and projects the guys have in the works. They introduce the overall idea of highlighting the hotrod, and discussing modern automotive tastes and trends within the automotive and mechanical world. A brief but sweet look into the day to day and mindset of your humble hosts and the Namsayin community. Finally, they introduce The PEOPLE's Midori - a Midori green Honda civic that is slowly being brought back to factory spec with the help of local community members.

The peoples Midori

Shift knob @mustbemike - Mikey Legaspi

Cluster @thomass.86 - Thomas Hatcher

Si Wheels @ej1_carloss - Carlos Sandoval

Ash tray @zack_miller24 - Zack Miller

Coilovers @lightestcambo - Khit Lim

Coilover/strut @hybrids2k - Randy Olivarez

Valve cover/spark plug wires/oil cap @wa_th1gtr Greg Means/ @leslienicolette - Leslie Truong

Clutch fork boot @ihavenocar - Dung “Don” Nguyen

Coin tray @shimaspec - Nick

OEM jack and accessories @g23jake_hbtm - Jake

Mud flaps @chhanysar (still need to pick up)