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#133 Cuban Car Culture Dec 08, 2018

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American cars have been imported for many years prior to the Castro government take over and U.S. embargo and Cuba has become a living museum of car culture stuck in time. These rolling works of art have been morphed into beautiful works of vehicular style with minimal technology and reliable sources for parts. A culture of a vibrant people with a zest for life and style blends into vehicle design and in most occasions, a knack for keeping it simple but functionable. On this edition of the show we are privileged to welcome author and car enthusiast Tom Cotter as he shares his journey with the fascinating Cuban Car Culture of history and today. He reveals everything from Russian engines blended with old school Chevy vehicles, to the very Cuban ingenuity that keeps these vehicular time pieces moving from generation to generation.

Facebook Live: Trans Leaks From Mercury Dec 04, 2018

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Trans leaks from Mercury & these active repairs as well as this week’s car Talk show topic announcement LIVE from Inside the Garage.

#132 Road Trip Tips Dec 02, 2018

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There are approximately 4,000,000,000 miles of vast roadways in the U.S. and many vehicles will be set to travel across these arteries of freeways and highways during a record breaking holiday travel season. The ability to stride worry free through a small road trip of 300 miles or a long distance 1000 miles plus road trip is truly dependent on how reliable your vehicle is and what shape it is in. How will you know beforehand that mechanically all systems are a go and stress free from a disastrous roadside breakdown. On this edition of the show we dedicate time revealing the real world scenarios of how to avoid some the most common vehicle failures , how to prepare beforehand without breaking the bank account , and offer a common sense approach about when it may be time to just rent a vehicle and avoid the risk when repair bills can skyrocket with special guest Greg Buckley of Buckley's Auto Care Wilmington, Delaware.

An Annoying Check Engine Light And A Common Concern Has You Frustrated. Nov 30, 2018

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An annoying check engine light and a common concern has you frustrated. Here is some insight about what these faults could be and how they can be tested the next time you decide to have a local garage examined. (*this is a basic approach and further testing may be required). Most professional mechanics who have a vested interest in pinpointing faults and NOT throwing parts at your vehicle to "Let's try this " with your wallet WILL respectfully charge a fair price of testing for a solution. PERIOD! You're always paying for an honest evaluation and no hanky panky that could cost you more down the road. For a list of great automotive technicians/service providers across the country - reach out to me and i'll do my best to help.

Facebook Live: Repairs In The Garage Nov 27, 2018

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65 Malibu SS power steering leaks ~ VW very little heat from dash ~ misfire Nissan Xterra and this week’s Car Talk show Topic announcement ~ join us LIVE from Inside the Garage 🤜🏼🔧

#131 The World’s Most Important Concept Car Collection Nov 24, 2018

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History Preserved. The World’s Most Important Concept Car Collection. Cars saved from a metal scrap graveyard DOOMED for death. The revival of the most incredible concept cars representing Americana history with special guests Joe Bortz of the Bortz Auto Collection and Ken Vela of WIKD Kustoms. We ask Joe how the Bortz Auto Collection was acquired and painstakingly restored to perfection. From Amelia Island to the Petersen Museum, you’ll hear about this world renowned auto collection that preserves a magical time of dream cars that never made it to final production. Also, how Ken met Joe Bortz 35 years ago and the concept car that recently reconnected them.

Nissan Armada NO HEAT Fix & Frustrating Failure of Thermostat Nov 20, 2018

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This week’s show topic announcement ~ Nissan Armada NO HEAT fix ~AND frustrating premature failure of this thermostat!! Join us LIVE from Inside the Garage.

#130 GoodGuys Rod & Custom Association – The Business Of Car Shows Nov 18, 2018

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Car Shows across the country are exciting to attend and are a great way to enjoy with family and friends. The amazing amount of planning and behind the scenes work to coordinate is a tremendous undertaking! On this week's show we are privileged to have special guest Betsy Bennett, veteran communications director of one of the premier car shows across the country, GoodGuys Rod & Custom!

Belt Kits -What It Takes To Do The Job Right Nov 14, 2018

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Belt tips. What it takes to do the job right ~ Inside the Garage w The Parts Authority & Gates Corporation ~ join us

Swollen Lug Nuts & Spark Plug Removal Tips Nov 14, 2018

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3Valve 5.4L spark plug removal tips ~ swollen lug nuts ? And this week’s show topic ~special guest Betsy Bennett of Goodguys Racing Car Shows ~ join us LIVE from Inside The Garage ~The Parts Authority GIVEAWAY details

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