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#215 The Art & Style of Pinstriping Johnny Martinez Feb 01, 2021

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Special Guest : Veteran World Class PinStriping Talent "Wicked Lines" Johnny Martinez The unique and personal message of each vehicle, or for that matter anything with wheels extends to the spirit & passion of that individual. Pinstriping became a clever way to express this spirit with creative art that has no boundaries of artistic style. *Visit his exhibition at the Murphy Auto Museum Fireball Art Gallery http://bit.ly/2L3UZIe or catch Johnny on Fireball Tim's page and watch the video of him in action laying down lines on rare VON DUTCH motorcycle gas tank http://bit.ly/2MI7jhI How does such a craft stay pertinent into the future & remain for generations to come ? World class pinstriper Johnny Martinez of the West Coast joins us to share his story , some of his great art pieces and the importance of keeping pinstriping alive and kicking ! Please make sure to subscribe to our newer You Tube channel : Wrench Nation You Tube http://bit.ly/2WsQdpH & join us there for episodes !

#214 Auto Parts : Avoiding Common Install Errors Jan 25, 2021

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With a vast array of electrical, hydraulic and vehicle system parts that can go wrong , how will you know what you officially diagnosed will both fix it and is installed correctly for the long haul? We reveal tips on how to accurately test and verify, while ensuring that your repairs go smooth -covering alternators, starters, brake system components ,turbochargers wheel bearings & more. Nelson Davis ASE Certified Master Technician L-1 ; Director of Training ;Technical Instructor ; Field Rep for Motorcar Parts of America https://bit.ly/2McPDKQ joins us on this edition of Wrench Nation Car Talk http://bit.ly/WrenchNation

#213 Emerging Vehicle Technology Jan 18, 2021

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With the recent success of CES2021 we reveal some of the new emerging automotive technology that is working quietly in your vehicle and some of the futuristic possibilities ,like Artificial Intelligence that someday could enhance your driving experience.

#212 Formula Drift : Matt Haugen Racing Dec 21, 2020

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Formula Drift : Matt Haugen Racing Tokyo Drifter, Entrepreneur, World Traveler, SEMA Car Builder, and USC Graduate Student are a few facets that make up the man behind Haugen Racing. Infamous for his extravagant style and his vivid Yellow, Red, and Blue colors, Matt Haugen has made a name for himself in his short drifting career. Matt joins Wrench Nation http://bit.ly/30S48Iy to discuss his years at USC , trips to Japan and the ups and downs of drift race life during COVID . Check out Haugen Racing http://bit.ly/3p9649p & follow their journey as Matt methodically chisels through the ranks of Formula Drift while sharing with many of his fans on YouTube http://bit.ly/3aACOo9

#211 You Tuber How To Mechanic : Scotty Kilmer Dec 14, 2020

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With over 1 billion views and well over 3 million You Tube subscribers , we connect with Scotty Kilmer to discuss his 50 year career as a mechanic , as well as discuss his view of the automotive industry. Show intro Lincoln MKZ Water Pump Disaster :30 Moose Licking Quandary 4:07 Scotty Kilmer Interview 10:17

Electric Vehicle Recharge Access : The Challenges Ahead Nov 23, 2020

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Electric Vehicle Recharge Access : The Challenges Ahead It’s more than just passenger cars that are slowly transitioning towards electric vehicle platforms — from New York to Mississippi , quiet electric transit buses are sprinting throughout municipalities across the country !- Los Angeles will see the first Electric Fire Truck in the nation next year , while the sounds of the neighborhood garbage truck go somewhat silent as a more efficient electric sanitation truck comes to market real soon . A recent study performed by Duke University revealed the serious health costs with each gallon of gasoline purchased at the local fuel station, carrying with it.. up to $3.80 in health and environmental costs. Electric vehicle demand is here.. but this demand carries a huge concern for the consumer about the practicality of it all ...and the available charging stations to operate with ease and convenience. Eversource Energy https://bit.ly/35GGTUI is leading the "charge" forward with the energy technology & resources for the electric vehicle market ! Lead EV Program Director James Cater joins us as we navigate through the fascinating future of electric vehicle platforms , however, more importantly the vital demand and function of EV Charging stations -

#209 Collision Repair Evolution : Technology & The Serious Lack of Technicians Nov 16, 2020

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The Trends that Keep the Collision Repair Industry Up at Night So many of the gadgets we use in our home , like GOOGLE NEST products that learn our behaviors -so does it go for the automobile . MS&AD, the fifth largest property and casualty insurer globally, will use artificial intelligence (AI) technology from Tractable to analyze photos of vehicle damage on auto insurance claims in Japan, speeding up recovery for its policyholders -how does this help both the consumer and body shop technician ? The shift toward increased electrification of vehicles means those working at automotive repair facilities will need thorough training on how to avoid safety concerns, especially with high voltage batteries and related systems -how is the collision industry preparing for this & are student technicians receiving the basics here ? Education & The Shortage is Real Collision repair training programs graduate only 10 to 15% of their students, which means that only 10,000 of those currently enrolled will achieve a certificate, associate degree, or other formal designation--what is the key to improving the percentage rate of graduates ? School Grant Opportunities https://bit.ly/2UwI1UI Student Scholarship & Grant Opportunities https://bit.ly/3pEDb6f The Hire Our Heroes program supports military veterans and family members of veterans who are studying collision repair in a local high school or technical college. Brandon Eckonrode , Collision Repair Education Foundation Director of Development stops by this edition of Wrench Nation Car Talk http://bit.ly/WrenchNation to help navigate the future success of the collision technician . Your help is needed for the many students who are looking for an opportunity in the collision industry -take a moment and sign up for the Collision Education Virtual Golf Fundraiser https://bit.ly/35wQJZe Please support our great sponsors who help us keep our show innovative & informative & the lights on ! Direct Mail ~ MAIL SHARK ➡️ http://bit.ly/2TBfWw6 BG Products ➡️ http://bit.ly/3dbgnVi Bolton Technology ~ Digital Inspections ➡️ http://bit.ly/2IE6zHD The Parts Authority ▶️ http://bit.ly/PartsAuthorityLocations Vision Collision ▶️ https://bit.ly/2L8rwJy Anytime Auto Glass & Tint ▶️ https://bit.ly/3jwfI3o Pronto Auto Parts https://bit.ly/35yQ48B

#208 The Art & Style of the Vintage Pinup : Mitzi Valenzuela Nov 09, 2020

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The Art & Style of the Vintage Pinup : Mitzi Valenzuela. While the sexy and sultry pinup exudes an era surrounding WW2 , history proves the pinup has been around for a lot longer than we think. With the development of high speed printing and distribution the pinup calendar was a major part of not only Americana, but a world wide movement to embrace the freedom of individual style. Mitzi Valenzuela of Mitzi & Co. https://bit.ly/329OMjm has been working as a freelance photographer for the hot rod industry, while creating masterpieces of pinup art for many years. Shooting average ladies to fulfill their dreams of pinup style and elegance is a passion of hers of to which can be seen with year after year calendar editions at Mitziandco.com With an array of photography for custom cars, bikes and classic car shows across the country , Mitzi joins us , http://bit.ly/WrenchNation , for this special edition of Wrench Nation to reveal the fascinating art of the pinup. Please support Mitzi , as she has an array of unique non photoshopped original Pinup Calendars available here https://bit.ly/329OMjm

#207 Classic Car Restoration : A Beginners Journey & Basic Tips Nov 02, 2020

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Classic Car Restoration : A Beginners Journey & Basic Tips You're finally at a point in life to start your very first classic vehicle restoration and you begin the journey. Whether that is a pin pricked , hand selected ,well researched CLASSIC vehicle that you have been eyeballing for years, or that hand me down that has been sitting in the driveway, somewhat neatly covered , or, in most occasions collecting odd home items on the hood & trunk over the years, of to which your well natured better half states.."when are you getting rid of this old THING".....you carefully enter restoration mode. Judy Gives it her Best Shot When Judy Anne Deaton , Huntington Beach Miss West Coast Official https://bit.ly/2TLHFJw acquires her classic chariot , the 1951 Packard Patrician 400, she is ready to roll up sleeves and start her journey restoring the historic rolling art piece on time and within her budget. With the help of famed vehicle restoration mechanic and builder Ken Vela of WIKD KUSTOMS -Ken Vela Instagram https://bit.ly/2TLJbep ....the work begins !

#206 Windshield Myths & Tips Oct 26, 2020

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Windshield Myths & Tips We reveal the truths & what you need to be aware of regarding CHIPS , CRACKS ,NEW SAFETY TECHNOLOGY & installation errors TO AVOID with Rey Romero of Anytime Auto Glass & Tint https://bit.ly/2GItmSK With 30 % of insurance claims , & between 13-14 million windshields replaced every year, chances are that you will have to deal with either a chip repair or complete replacement. But really , how do you know if the workmanship was performed properly and with the latest in ADAS ( Advanced Driver Awareness Technology ) was the vital camera ,radar systems calibrated properly..or at all ? We investigate the common symptoms of improperly installed glass and what to look for on this edition of Wrench Nation Car Talk http://bit.ly/WrenchNation Windshield problems ? Contact us at the garage for a referral near you http://bit.ly/DesertCarCareChandler Please support our great sponsors who help us keep our show innovative & informative & ... the lights on ! Direct Mail ~ MAIL SHARK ➡️ http://bit.ly/2TBfWw6 BG Products ➡️ http://bit.ly/3dbgnVi Bolton Technology ~ Digital Inspections ➡️ http://bit.ly/2IE6zHD The Parts Authority ▶️ http://bit.ly/PartsAuthorityLocations Vision Collision ▶️ https://bit.ly/2L8rwJy Anytime Auto Glass & Tint ▶️ https://bit.ly/3jwfI3o Odd Automotive News : Police Chase & Driver Pit Stops for Gas https://bit.ly/3jnM9Ag Please SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for additional automotive topics , guests and news http://bit.ly/2FF1GwH

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