Lets Talk Dubs

On this episode we talk about whats going on with EMPI. The NEW ownership. Their Change of direction. Recently Jack Sacchette with JayCee joined the company. Then the announcment of David Pipoly with the Compound Built designing parts. After hearing this podcast you may change what you think about the future of EMPI!   Dont forget to support the podcast https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html  

On this episode. Bill & George discuss the feedback on the all metal body. Talk about the new changes with EMPI and some bus knowledge. Shot out to listeners who reviews & some basic bus spotting differences. 

We talk to Chris Baker from Classic Steel Body. We find out how this came about & the quality of the products. We also talk about what separate parts that are available. Chris has been in the automotive industry for the last 20 years. Specializing in sheet metal reproduction. Check out his site https://classicsteelbody.com/   Here is the link to find out what your state does with title law. Click Here Support the podcast https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

East Coast Shops We interview Chris Jr & Sr about their restoration shop in Congers NY. They restore mostly vintage original restorations. He has a large youtube following Click Here We talk about how they started the business and where they're headed. Check out their website  https://www.classicvwbugs.com/

Bob Lacoste is part of the Trio at the compound. He puts a lot of work into the stunning cars that come out of the compound. The mega detail. We talk about the OCD that it takes to get that detailed. His history in the VW scene working for BFY and staring his own shop before coming to the compound.To see the stunning work they do click Here We also talk about his super clean black square back that was featured in May 06' Hot VWs  

On this Episode we talk about, the end of the Beetle, The new VW Bus chassis, Da New Hawaiian look. The Bullrun Bus gets some updates. How the internet and modern media has surpassed the power of print media and open the door for VW entrepreneurship. The Good and bad of internet started businesses. Bus Front suspension. Pros and cons and what the future holds for Bus suspension.      Get  Lets Talk Dubs gear Here

On this episode we discuss, Engine building, Head design & Flow, Camshafts, Oils, Lifters. We get the backstory on the engine builder shoot out. How he's able to guarantee horsepower on his engines.   Check out CB Performance https://www.cbperformance.com   Don't forget to review and rate the podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-dubs/id1448144055 And like us on facebook Here Support the podcast by buying shirts & Hats https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

We talk to Dave Cormack former editor & Photographer  for VW Trends & Hot Vws. Hear his story about Empi's Joe Vittone. Gene Berg, The rivalry between Hot VWs & VW Trends For the blog click https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog To support the podcast  https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

On this Episode we talk with David Heard. David currently puts on 3 shows in the Bay Area. Bus Fest, Bug Bash & SOTO meet. David has been an influential force in the VW Bus scene for quite some time. We talk about what happened to SOTO the challenges of being a club president & getting out of the scene then going all in with 2 New events! Its a great history lesson on the 80-90's bus scene and great stories! Sit back and enjoy! for the bugbash click HERE for SOTO click HERE

We talk about getting hooked on the VW scene in France. Then come to the USA and join the Iconic DKP car club! We talk to the "tall French guy" Stephan about how he got here, followed his passion & transitioned into the VW industry as a leading Journalist, photographer & author of 2 books. Click Here for his FB page Check us out at https://www.letstalkdubs.com Support us and buy some swag here Fresh Dub Gear and our youtube channel here! Lets Talk Dubs Videos

Update on the first weekend of the So cal VW week. Talk about the DKP me Concourse De elegance & Bug in 44! We also talk to Aj Batista with East Tennessee Air Cooled about their event Bugging the Dragon On June 15th   to see a video for the Bugin click here Bug in 44 Vid FB link to AJs event click here https://www.facebook.com/events/2105780032851665/

We talk to bus hunter and Skinner Classics owner Robert Skinner. Listen to cool stories about barn finds also the "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" bus and his latest project the Light Bus from Woodstock.

Check out our conversation with Jeremy Brooks from Loose nuts VW Fabrication. He builds Custom Safari windows for Bugs and other VWs.His website is here http://www.vwloosenuts.com Also he is the guy who broke the mold when his patina cars were published on the cover of Hot VWs magazine Check it out here..Cover Shot Here his story & dont forget to check out our facebook page Here https://www.facebook.com/letstalkdubs/& follow us on Instagram @letstalkdubs

Pete Skiba started Airkewld over 18 years ago. He's the longest running VW Air suspension guy in the game. Bringing his influence from the mini-truck scene is sometimes taboo in our hobby. He's got a great story. Check it out here, only on Lets talk Dubs. Pete makes great quality parts. You'll know why after listening to this podcast.  https://www.airkewld.com Like our Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/letstalkdubs/  

Randy Carlson from oldbug.com Randy has been influential in the changing hands of some of the most notable cars in the VW scene. Hear his VW story. Also he is helping to sell the Volkyland collection out of Puerto Rico. click thes link to see the collection. oldbug.com Randy has also been involved in the Monster garage VW episode as well as the Overhaulin VW show too. Sit back take a listen and enjoy!

Ron Flemming is a long time VW innovator and engine builder. Ron is also a DKP member for the last 20 years. We talk about the early days of VW performance. Drag racing and car and people of this wonderful VW Cal-Look history. 

This episode we learn about VW land speed info. Check out the info on how to get your car ready to go. Lets get together in September 13-16 for World of Speed 36hp challenge. Bring out your VW and run it on the salt flats. Check out his facebook page click here

We discuss with Lanny about his Builds, where his inspiration comes from, His upcoming car he will debut at the DKP meet this May/June,  the Canadian VW scene & His band Trailerhawk. Great music give them a listen here..Trailerhawk youtube His facebook page for cars Lanny Hussey Custom Cars Tailerhawk FB page Tailerhawk FB Page Like them both!!!!

On this episode we interview Justin Stephens. Owner of Beetle Barn, Las Vegas Oldest VW Repair shop that is still in business. Hear how he grew up in a VW family. How his dad started the business. And some of the cool family cars his dad built. Follow along on their website in the photo gallery here http://www.beetlebarn.com

   Aaron Broughton, From Foothill Fabrication & F2 Supply. Aaron’s diamond green oval window was one of the first cars to set the benchmark for the attention to detail. He & Ryan Reed had 2 super clean devisating cars that came out in 2003 VW Classic. It was a February 2004 Hot Vws cover car.Click here to see his Car