Street Rod & Custom Radio

Constructive criticism goes a long way. Dan explains why he prefers to say only nice things at car shows, and it may or may not have to do with threats of ocular violence.

We learn how to properly store and charge car batteries to extend product life with OPTIMA Batteries (@OptimaBatteries) eCare Manager, Jim McIlvaine. Then, we get technical about chrome with Metal Brite Polishing Owner, Mike Barr. Segment 1: Surviving the Seasons Segment 2: Charge It Segment 3: Psyched for SEMA Segment 4: Hexavalent vs. Trivalent Segment 5: Crazy for Chrome Segment 6: Chromosexual

Your car battery takes a beating all summer long. With winter right around the corner, can your battery survive the cold? We get ready to pick the brain of OPTIMA Batteries (@OptimaBatteries) expert, Jim McIlvaine. Plus, Dan sets up today's interview with our main chrome guru, Metal Brite Polishing's Mike Barr.

When it's cold outside, it takes more energy to get a car started. That's why many don't notice their car battery is going bad until winter sets in. OPTIMA Batteries (@OptimaBatteries) eCare Manager, Jim McIlvaine, says it's important to use a smart charger which tapers amperage and voltage throughout the charging cycle to ensure you get the most life out of your battery. For this tip and more, listen now.

SEMA is getting close and OPTIMA Batteries (@OptimaBatteries) is stepping up their trade show game. Jim McIlvaine gives us a sneak peek of OPTIMA's mobile marketing display, a converted semitrailer with a "bar" of virtual reality headsets. Learn more.

Have you ever noticed that some chrome has a yellowish hue? Our resident chrome expert and Owner of Metal Brite Polishing, Mike Barr, explains not all chrome plating is created equal. Find out the differences between hexavalent and trivalent.

Pitted pot metal is a cause for concern when buying a classic, but it's not an insurmountable problem. Metal Brite Polishing's Mike Barr explains the chrome restoration process.

Dan Longenette is a self-proclaimed "Chromosexual", he loves chrome that much. In fact, he would build his home around his garage if he could. We delve into Dan's deep affinity for cars.

Get ready to travel back in time as we explore the evolution of clutches with Will Baty, classic car favorites with Joe Petralia, and how to save vintage beauties for the future if you could travel in the past with Dan and Ryan. No matter what, we're hoping that where we go, we'll still need roads. Segment 1: Stick Shift Drivers Segment 2: Mr. Clutch Segment 3: Transmission Talk Segment 4: Rare Performance Motorcars Segment 5: Missing the Past Segment 6: Time Travel

Does having a stick shift make you a better driver? Ryan Baker thinks so. He and Dan chat about why you should never teach someone you love to drive a stick.

Why were clutches in the past so darn stiff? Will Baty from Centerforce Clutches (@Centerforce) explains the evolution of the stick shift design, and is on a mission to convince Dan to come back to the world of manual transmissions.

We get into a technical talk on transmissions with Will Baty from Centerforce Clutches (@Centerforce), and ponder the future of the stick shift. Will manual transmissions ever get up to 9 or even 10 speeds like automatics?

Our next guest is a man who has owned practically every car imaginable! Joe Petralia (@joempetralia) from Rare Performance Motorcars is a purveyor of classic automobiles, buying and selling with a discerning eye that only years of experience can bring.

Dan and Joe Petralia (@joempetralia) enjoy a nice rant about the unappealing design of the new Camaro. When will certain automotive companies bring out a few cool new designs that will give car lovers something to drool over?

It's time for another edition of "Dumb Movie Ideas" with Dan! The guys brainstorm various time travel scenarios, predictably ending up wondering the best way to save old cars for their future selves.

The motorsport world may be in jeopardy, and Dan wants to know why. To take a look at current trends and perhaps predict future ones, we've brought in Brad Scott and Jeff Nuckles. Brad is the COO of the New Jersey Motorsports Park, and Jeff owns the Columbus Motor Speedway. Hopefully, these men can help shed some light. Segment 1: It's a Speedway Kind of Day Segment 2: Bringing the Thunder Segment 3: Coming Soon Segment 4: The End of a Legacy Segment 5: Looking Ahead Segment 6: Living in a Material World

Dan is in great spirits for today's show! Not only do we have a couple of amazing guests, but Dan is also back from some epic car shows. Gear up for a great episode!

Brad Scott, COO of the New Jersey Motorsports Park (@NJMP) in Millville, New Jersey, is here to tell us about the 500 acre facility and its three unique courses. We also hear about a new project in the works: an exotic car garage.

Are there any new projects Brad Scott hopes to have done soon at the New Jersey Motorsports Park (@NJMP)? With up to 600,000 guests visiting yearly, it's no surprise they plan to expand. What might the future have in store?

On October 19, 1946, the very first race at the Columbus Motor Speedway (@COLUMBUSPEEDWAY) took place. Now, 71 years later, the track will be closing. Its owner, Jeff Nuckles, tells us the origin story of the family owned and run speedway.