B Squad Hotrod: 4 Guys Building Cars And Hot Rods

Episode 0045 - Building Shop Equipment   Lefty, Hollywood and Woodchuck talk building your own equipment for the shop. It's a custom and cheaper way to outfit any auto shop.   Show Notes 5:55 Rotisserie plan http://redwingsteelworksplans.com/ 7:10 Body Lift and Rollar (large wheels with a car inside) http://redwingsteelworksplans.com/free-rotisserie-plans/free-body-lift-and-roller-plans/ 28:22 Workbenches on YouTube: Wood Work bench https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtrW3vUK39A Metal Work Bench https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHcRaFhefeA 32:50 Gantry Crane http://www.zorinmaterial.com/products/products_detail.cfm?product=250&model=6051&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_o7NBRDgARIsAKvAgt37vmjsSj8VNlajm_1BHESPvfjdwGkc0nsa99jys5ZUw8B07eNBmyMaAq-HEALw_wcB 38:55 Engine Cradle https://www.summitracing.com/parts/pow-pow102132/overview/ 41:33 Car Dolly http://www.tooltopia.com/merrick-machine-m998002.aspx     Thanks for listening, downloading and subscribing. For questions, comments or complaints please e-mail us at: Hosts@Bsq

Episode 0044 - Parts Sourcing for Lefty All four of the squad talk about where to find parts, and what kind of parts to look for.   Show Notes 1:50 Fourth Gen Camaro (salvage title) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Camaro_(fourth_generation) 4:10 Ridler Award https://autorama.com/awards/ridler-award/ 6:40 MGB https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MG_MGB 19:38 CV Axles https://mobiloil.com/en/article/car-maintenance/car-maintenance-archive/ten-steps-to-replacing-cv-axles 24:30 Jegs catalog (Jegs Performance Parts) www.jegs.com/ 26:35 Hudson Parts Catalog http://www.hudsonmotorcarco.com/parts.htm 30:05 Skycrane https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p3JpzbMx0I 30:30 G5 Jet http://www.gulfstream.com/aircraft/gulfstream-g550 35:40 NPD: National Parts Depot https://www.npd.com/ 35:42 OPR: Original Parts Group, Inc https://www.opgi.com/ 47:08 Hotrod Hero Quicktime/Todd Mustang II   Thanks for listening, downloading and subscribing. For questions, comments or complaints please e-mail us at: Hosts@BsquadHotrod.com Twitter

Episode 0043 - What Makes a Hot Rod   The four guys from B Squad talk about the different types of Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Performance Machines.   Show Notes 1:50 Ricer cars https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rice_burner 7:45 NASCAR/Stock car http://www.nascar.com/ 8:43 Days of Thunder http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099371/ 9:10 Low Riders http://www.lowrider.com/ 12:44 Classic Hot Rods https://www.factoryfive.com/33-hot-rod/ 17:42 Stance cars http://www.stancenation.com/2015/03/16/a-street-car-named-desire-ryos-toyota-chaser/ Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stance_(vehicle) 22:39 Gasser http://www.hotrod.com/articles/1211sr-anatomy-of-a-gasser/ 25:08 Funny cars https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Funny_Car 25:30 Rat Rods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Z8okSnVBlo 32:36 Muscle Cars https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muscle_car 40:52 Rush-Red Barchetta https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAvQSkK8Z8U 42:35 Exotics https://speedvegas.com/en/world-of-speed/exotics/10-most-expensive-exotic-cars-in-the-world/135 43:54 Moder

Episode 0042 - B Squad Project the First The boys of B Squad discuss the first B Squad Project with pros and cons, options and dreams. Show Notes   Warthog: https://www.halopedia.org/M12_Warthog Microsoft content usage rule http://www.xbox.com/en-us/developers/rules Toyota Truck https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/1984-Toyota-Pickup-Overview-c12423 2002-2005 GMC with Quadra Steer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yRypIGgX5c HUMVEE (HMMWV) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humvee     Thanks for listening, downloading and subscribing. For questions, comments or complaints please e-mail us at: Hosts@BsquadHotrod.com Twitter and Facebook - @Bsquadhotrod And if you really want to help us out give us a review in your podcast app of choice.

Episode 0041 - Air Compressors Woodchuck needs an air compressor and the rest of B Squad helps him figure it out.  The we talk covering parts with powder coating, paint, and under carriage products.   Show Notes: 0:34 Air Compressor discussion 5:30 The headaches of a pancake compressor http://www.ehow.com/how_7519284_use-pancake-compressor.html 6:00 compressor size woes http://www.powermate.com/air_compressors/buying_guide.php 8:30 other uses for compressors http://seejanedrill.com/air-compressor-article/ 9:55 Compressor details and stats understanding https://www.familyhandyman.com/tools/air-tools/how-to-choose-an-air-compressor/view-all 11:55 Condensation buildup in air compressors https://www.air-components.com/effects-moisture-air-compressor 12:45 Pittsburg and ingrsoll rand https://www.harborfreight.com/5-hp-60-gallon-165-psi-two-stage-air-compressor-93274.html https://www.ingersollrandproducts.com/en-us/air-compressor/products/reciprocating-air-compressors/electric-driven-single-stage.html 14:40 oi

Episode 0040 - Updates Woodchucks Engine and Trains Truck Update on Woodchuck's 390 FE build, Train replaces his heater core in the Texas Sun and Hollywood hangs out, as he does.     Woodchucks Ford FE Build:   Block - 390 Factory Iron block Stroked and bored to 444 cu in Forged Pistions H-Beam connecting rods Roller Cam and Lifters Aluminum Heads and Water Pump Rocker Valves High Volume Oil Pick-up Canton Racing Oil Pan ARP Chrome Bolt Kit   Featured Hotrod Hero picture: Steve from New Zealand and his wife's '56 Wagon!   Thanks for listening, downloading and subscribing. For questions, comments or complaints please e-mail us at: Hosts@BsquadHotrod.com Twitter and Facebook - @Bsquadhotrod And if you really want to help us out give us a review in your podcast app of choice.

Episode 0039 - Door Mods, Fuel Injection and Eleanor's Weight A three-fer from B Squad this week on how far to modify a door, fuel injection talk and wager on the weight of woodchuck's Mustang.   Show Notes: 0:50 Door actuators http://auto.howstuffworks.com/power-door-lock3.htm 2:35 window regulators http://www.powerwindowrepairportland.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Power-Window-Regulator.jpg 3:40 aftermarket kit for electric windows installation http://www.gemstreetrods.com/Power%20Windows.htm 5:35 door jam stuff https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dag7N8me1tE/hqdefault.jpg 6:15 Door skins https://www.carid.com/articles/door-shells-vs-door-skins.html 6:56 changing door swing http://www.wikihow.com/Install-Lambo-Doors 9:16 door linkages http://www.bresco.com/acatalog/37500_75461-1-Popup.jpg 10:24 Door panel retainers (little plastic thingies) https://cdn3.volusion.com/9wsnr.t9nao/v/vspfiles/photos/PAS1716-100-2.jpg?1490098761 11:50 discussion on if you should and how much to modify a car door so it can be worked on 18:

Episode 0038 - Car Security B Squad Style Car and hot rod security is discussed this episode.  Topics include prevention, recovery and insurance.  As always, B Squad antics take place.  We highlight Paul's '82 Camaro.   Show Notes:   0:45 Barret https://www.copybook.com/fact-files/m82-barrett-sniper-rifle 1:00 knight rider https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNyXYPhnUIs 1:40 cut off switches http://www.wikihow.com/Attach-a-Car-Battery-Cut-off-Switch 1:50 car locks http://www.autozone.com/parts/electrical-and-lighting/anti-theft-locks-and-keyless-entry 2:40 Darwin Awards http://www.darwinawards.com/ 4:50 Manual Transmission theft deturents http://jalopnik.com/5864836/not-only-are-manual-transmissions-awesome-theyre-a-theft-deterrent 5:15 shaved door handles https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lIZ75DlOCK8/hqdefault.jpg 7:10 remote starter failure https://itstillruns.com/troubleshooting-remote-car-starter-problems-7562039.html 10:20 S.U.X. 2000 -- Actually the 6000 SUX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fl8mQhxhE_Q 11:15 RFID un

Episode 0037 - Clutch Replacement via Lefty Lefty and Woodchuck talk about Lefty's clutch replacement and associated items, Train phones it in...literally.   Show notes:   0:40 Call to Train (no answer) 0:50 Call to Train’s Wife Anna (no answer) 1:20 Topic Ideas 2:10 Son’s Helicopter visit https://us.123rf.com/450wm/lenm/lenm1505/lenm150500022/39712237-mascot-illustration-of-an-assault-helicopter-whirring-its-rotors.jpg?ver=6 Robinson R-44 https://www.atsb.gov.au/media/3548008/figure_1_vh-cok.jpg 4:05 Anna Returns Call 5:30 Nick’s Clutch Issues (PT Cruiser) http://repairguide.autozone.com/znetrgs/repair_guide_content/en_us/images/0996b43f/80/22/f7/79/medium/0996b43f8022f779.gif Dry Clutch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zFjUJ2lcI4 Leaks Rear Main http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Diagnose-A-Rear-Main-Seal-Leak/ Transmission leak https://www.transmissionrepaircostguide.com/fluid-leak/ 7:15 Troubleshooting clutch problems http://www.tpub.com/basae/93.htm 10:20 Oil Consumption baseline in engine

Episode 0036 - Specialty Tools 2of2   Woodchuck, Train and Lefty finish up the specialty tool run-down, then talk helicopter bearings in one of the largest Orange Cone Re-routes yet.   The Episode Picture is from Todd aka "Quicktime" of his Mustang II which he has won many races with it in circle track.   It is a 74 mustang 2 , with a 2.3 liter 4 cylinder , a ford 8.5 rear end with 345 rear gears , and a factory pinto 4 speed.  It has since been turned to a street car.   Show Notes: Electronics 1:38 - Digital Multi-Meter (DMM) https://www.amazon.com/INNOVA-3320-Auto-Ranging-Digital-Multimeter/ 3:30 - OBD-II Code reader https://www.amazon.com/Scanner-Automotive-Diagnostic-Diagnostics-Scanners/ 8:29 - Hammer and Dolly set https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Tool-W1007DB-7-Piece-Repair/dp/B000N37CYG/ YouTube link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ssjeweFCxs 10:50 - Windshield locking strip installation tool https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-47000-Windshield-Locking-Strip/dp/B000COA1CQ/ http://cdn1.bigcommerc

Episode 0035 - Specialty Tools 1 of 2 All those tools you spend good money on and use one time - well that's just special.  Train, Lefty and Woodchuck talk about tools for just one job.   Show Notes:   Brakes: 3:20 - Brake Bleeder kit https://www.amazon.com/XtremepowerUS-Bleeder-Vacuum-Pistol-Adapters/   5:25 - Brake Spreader https://www.amazon.com/OEMTOOLS-25265-Disc-Brake-Spreader/ https://www.amazon.com/Silverline-523108-6-Inch-Clamps-2-Pack/dp/B00PQ8EEOY/   8:00 - Brake spring pliers https://www.amazon.com/OTC-4590-Brake-Spring-Plier/   9:20 - Brake line flaring tool 9:20 https://www.amazon.com/OTC-6502-Master-Brake-Flaring/ http://www.eastwood.com/professional-brake-tubing-flaring-tool.html   14:30 - Tubing Benders https://www.amazon.com/OTC-6515-Degree-Tubing-Bender/ https://www.amazon.com/Eastwood-49074-Brake-Line-Forming/   17:30 Brake Spoon https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Tool-W178C-Non-Carb-Compliant/   18:55 - Body/Door panel removers https://www.amazon.com/Cal-Hawk-Door-Panel-Upholstery-Re

Episode 0034 - Hot Rod Bells and Whistles How much is too much?  We talk about how many goodies, bells and whistles are too much for a restomod.  Restoration are obviously not what were talking about this time.  But when you're supping up your ride, how far is too far?  Also included is an Orange Cone Reroute on copyright law. Show Notes: 2:40 Paint color Show car paint jobs http://www.hotrodhotline.com/feature/2008show/08bastrop/assets/images/db_images/db_41__There_was_a_crowd_all_day_long_around_Rick_s_Camaro_and_it_s_wild_paint_job1.jpg   3:38 Sunday driver paint - 2 tone   https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/66/60/8c/66608c6f2ce3efd9662a02682ba6daad.jpg   4:32 Opalescent paint job Also prismatic, candy, or pearlescent http://i86.servimg.com/u/f86/12/36/79/88/pict0010.jpg   5:39 None Factory racing stripes https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/600x315/09/95/e7/0995e7eea063176144e728f94302e24c.jpg . 6:41 Eleanor paint style http://classiccarfusion.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Eleanore-351-4-1024x

Episode 0033 - Shops Garages and Orange Cones Everything garages are discussed as Lefty is putting in his own.  Lighting, flooring and even size.  Some garages are bigger than others.   Show Notes: 2:01 Craftsman tool boxes https://www.craftsman.com/products/craftsman-home-series-6-drawer-tool-center-with-bulk-storage-panel-door?taxon_id=2230   2:41 Craftsmen concerns https://consumerist.com/2017/01/05/craftsman-tool-lovers-worried-for-brand-after-900m-sale-to-black-decker/   7:04 Tool box rant episode - Episode 10 http://bsquadhotrod.libsyn.com/episode-0010-rear-ends-and-tool-box-rants   9:26 Magnet labels http://www.sears.com/craftsman-magnetic-label/p-00965518000P?sid=IDx01192011x000001&gclid=CjwKEAjw387JBRDPtJePvOej8kASJADkV9TLSnTyr0ngn_LLAP3bwYlNLoAoGce7fr4glU9qfQVbpRoCSQfw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=CNO5_rj4pdQCFcWVfgodsdkCIw   http://www.staples.com/Staples-White-Warehouse-Labels-Magnetic-Strips/product_SS1085020   10:05 [Solution] How do I deal with Multiple tool boxes? (from Lefty) Deal

Episode 0032 - Roll Cages, Body Work and well Never Mind The Squad on roll cages, body work, and a few orange cone reroutes.  We get off topic as the show goes, classic!  We wonder off the body work onto bed liners for pick-ups.  Train and Woodchuck get three hate mail messages then stumble through Facebook without Lefty's help.  They almost make it.   Show Notes:   04:28 Off the Shelf Mustang Roll Bar/Cage https://www.summitracing.com/parts/cee-3039-k/overview/year/1968/make/ford/model/mustang   12:06 NHRA roll bar rules (page 21) http://promod.nhra.com/userfiles/file/Tech/2017_NHRA_Rulebook_Gen.%20Regs.pdf   14:15 Hammer and Dolly set https://www.summitracing.com/parts/oes-25924?seid=srese1&cm_mmc=pla-google-_-shopping-_-srese1-_-oem-specialty-tools&gclid=Cj0KEQjw9r7JBRCj37PlltTskaMBEiQAKTzTfFbsr_K78gQa3dV5q7bbiAGudzgxWCPihnFtiuOmn1gaAi5n8P8HAQ   20:02 Kitty Hair(tm) (an Evercoat product) http://www.evercoat.com/product-detail/base-part/100868/us/   26:22 Jocko Podcast (about leadership) http://j

Episode 0031 - Gremlins from the Kremlin Yeah, we're going to go ahead and blame our troubles on the Russians too.  The four of us discuss the persistent troubles that won't go away.  Then we follow up with a B Squad moment and finally with several pieces of hate mail. Also we have redone the show layout.  Let us know what you think.   Show Notes:   1:30 Gremlins from the Kremlin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_-rxY-4zHU   37:25 Toyota alternator story from Episode 17 with Britt @32:45 http://bsquadhotrod.libsyn.com/episode-0017-maintenance-misadventures-with-guest-britt   41:05 Occam’s Razor https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occam%27s_razor   46:39 Denso Platinum Spark Plugs https://www.densoproducts.com/Spark-Plugs-DensoProducts-c1071.aspx?Plug_Metal=Platinum   49:39 Mustang VIN Locations http://forums.vintage-mustang.com/vintage-mustang-forum/628188-vin-location-68-a.html   1:01:11 Javelin V8 Engines (specifically 401) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMC_V8_engine   1:08:59 Aftercooler vs. Intercooler http

Episode 0030 - Wheels Tires and Magnesium Fires Feel like reinventing the wheel.  B squad can't help themselves, but at least it will be entertaining.   Show links http://www.carsdirect.com/aftermarket-parts/pros-and-cons-of-magnesium-wheels http://www.drivespark.com/off-beat/alloy-wheels-advantages-disadvantages-009148.html Show notes 27:12 Tire size chart - https://www.goodyearautoservice.com/en-US/tire-basics/tire-size 38:12 Magnesium - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnesium#Uses_as_a_metal 40:31 Carbon Fiber rims - https://blog.carbonfibergear.com/weds-sport-full-carbon-fiber-wheel/ 41:38 Airliner wheels catching on fire - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_komsssRXo 44:02 Bias ply tires v. steel radials - https://www.cokertire.com/blog/bias-ply-radial/ 57:23 Terraplane hubcap as a clock - https://www.pinterest.com/cowyake/hubcaps/     Thanks for listening, downloading and subscribing.  For questions, comments or complaints please e-mail us at: Hosts@BsquadHotrod.com Twitter and Facebook - @Bsqu

Episode 0029 - Quiz for B Squad It turns out that stumping the amateurs is not all that difficult.   Show Notes 3:37 Paint Episodes - http://bsquadhotrod.libsyn.com/episode-0004-taking-a-car-from-zero-to-painted http://bsquadhotrod.libsyn.com/episode-0005-car-painting-equipment 11:17 Here’s the first 10 questions of the quiz - http://www.peoplequiz.com/trivia-quizzes-2974-Muscle_Cars_Part_I.html 16:25 Rob’s Javilin 3:18 in Episode 15 http://bsquadhotrod.libsyn.com/episode-0015-not-so-new-not-so-project-cars 19:10 The rest of the questions came from this website - http://www.funtrivia.com/en/World/Auto-World-13991.html A note from Lefty - I had a complete list of these questions but computer disaster happened and I lost the list. 31:26 Here’s Woodchuck’s point of contention, and the question and answer used - http://www.funtrivia.com/en/World/Auto-World/Answer650203_1715DB.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxygen_sensor 36:06 Train is sort of right here, Shaft Horsepower does is also used to measu

Episode 0028 - Transmissions From B Squad Shifting gears and talking that black magic behind the engine in overdrive.  But without the math.   Show notes 1:50 Mark on our facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Bsquadhotrod/posts_to_page/ 3:39 How to math out the transmission you need - http://thecartech.com/subjects/auto_eng/Auto_eng_3.htm 6:14 Tremec TR-6060 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tremec_TR-6060_transmission 9:24 Borg-Warner T-56 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borg-Warner_T-56_transmission 10:36 A 38 Hudson Terraplane deluxe has a curb weight of 2725 lbs 12:21 Hotrod.com article on T-56 -  http://www.hotrod.com/articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-selecting-a-t56-for-your-gm-project/ 18:22 TH350 and TH400 Automatic transmissions - http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/transmissions/automatic/th350 http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/transmissions/automatic/th400 24:39 CVT transmissions - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuously_variable_transmission Show links http://transmis

Episode 0027 - Engines - From Oily to Shiny Engines go from dirty to clean and how B squad manages to do it backwards, mess it up and orange cone reroute it.  We even get hear about Train's cooking.     Show Notes: Napa Long Reach Scraper part # https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/SER773528 Bronze putty knife http://www.adf-safetytools.com/en/products/brushes-knives.html Parts Washer http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200646598_200646598 Purple power https://www.walmart.com/ip/Aiken-Purple-Power-Degreaser-1gal/16778256 Interesting article http://www.enginebuildermag.com/2007/07/cleaning-engine-parts-in-the-real-world/ Time: 2:45  45th Parallel http://www.mnmuseumofthems.org/45th/   Engine cleaning: 3:40 4:10 Short block / freeze plugs 4:55 Cleaning techniques Razor blades Greasy parts Bronze/plastic putty knife    5:52 Tear down episode #     Engine Tear Down part 2 Episode 009     http://bsquadhotrod.libsyn.com/episode-0009-engine-tear-down-pt-2 8:06 Putty knife or razor blade.   8:53 en

Episode 0026 - Suspension and Motorcycles Motorcycles, Feedback and Suspension.  All very Punny.  We start with an off topic section that was actually recorded in the middle of the episode.  But it is about motorcycles so how can we go wrong?  We have an e-mail from a Hot Rod Hero in New Zealand and then on to suspension.   It's a bumpy ride, but it should put a bounce in your step.   Show Notes: Steve from New Zealand Share’s his 58 belair and 56 Chevy wagon with us. http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk60/Gothiullr/B%20Squad%20hotrod/58-Chev_v1_zpstcqrj49w.jpg http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk60/Gothiullr/B%20Squad%20hotrod/1956_Wifes_zpsi0wkmpob.jpg How Suspension works https://www.howacarworks.com/basics/how-car-suspension-works Shocks Vs Struts http://www.monroe.com/en-US/shocks-101/shocks-vs-struts/     1:37 Train’s outlaw motorcycle - http://www.bikeexif.com/harley-softail-slim 3:49 Ural Motorcycles - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IMZ-Ural 4:47 Royal Enfield - https://royalenfield.com/usa/