Motormouth Radio

Ray explains how a relaxing weekend away was comprised of working on a backhoe & troubleshooting a brake issue on an original 1958 Mercury. The boys also get a call that provides an update on last week's MALBA Car Show, then Joe troubleshoots a new caller's Chrysler mini-van brake loss problem.

Ray & Joe talk with two DupliColor reps about the removable custom wrap paint system that their company sells. The tools Ray wrapped with the paint gets Joe’s wheels turning about similar uses. Vintage power steering pump diagnosis & rebuilding is also on covered this week’s show.  

Long time listener Christian talks about his trial run on a nasty V8 Boss Hoss Harley, the Dead Man’s Curve counter-culture show is discussed with Vic, and “Billy Velvet” calls in to tell everyone about the upcoming MALBA show in Whitestone, Queens.

Ray & Joe talk with a Nevada listener who's losing serpentine belts, a local caller who has an F350 with fuel delivery issues, and a long time listener who relocated to Georgia and has nothing but good things to say about the show's audio feed and the way his BMW motorcycles are performing in their new environment.

The boys reveal some methods for teaching younger guys tips & tricks that help make jobs go easier in the shop, then visit the return of the cassette tape. Listeners give advice for decoding a Chevelle SS, and some maddening inconsistencies in current television car programming are discussed at length.

Join Ray & Joe when they discuss various car specific odors and how they've dealt with them over the years; then they talk in detail about jobs that they've done in the shop this week. Hot Rod Magazine contributor Ryan Brutt calls in from the Historical Society of Detroit's car show to talk about the wide field of cars in attendance and weighs in on his own car projects.

Ray & Joe have a local positraction clutch manufacturer in the studio this week to explain why the new materials he's spec'd out work better and last longer in your muscle cars. Specialty tools and rear end venting are also talked about by this panel of automotive gurus.

The boys host "Pirate Paul" this week where he explains why he had to flush all of the DOT 5 brake fluid out of his Dune Buggy and replace it with DOT 4. The problems caused by this fluid where non-compliant components are concermed, as well as the selection of quality brake system components are discussed at length this week.

Joe’s son Mike enlightens us old guys about his thoughts on driving an older car, which segues into an interview with Kendra from www.CruisingWithKendra.com. The boys follow up with some more LS engine diagnostics and tips on how to best remove a rearview mirror and window stickers from your car.

Fast women love MotorMouth Radio, and Nitro Harley rider Janette Thornley is no exception. Ray & Joe find out what it's like for a woman to compete in the man's world of Nitro fueled motorcycle racing. Studio guest Mike had his Crown Vic diagnosed in the parking lot for an EVAP problem that was repaired in an uncommon way by Joe.

A caller from Nevada expresses his angst over vapor lock in his vintage Corvette, then Ray & Joe diagnose a computer code problem in a local builders LS powered Chevy S-10 truck on this weeks show.

Ray & Joe talk with Presidents from the two Long Island Thunderbird clubs this week while fielding tech questions from callers. A charity car show benefiting the Special Olympics also gets a showcase from a caller.

Alex Argos, a representative from the popular automotive recharge kit A/C Pro explains how their product works and why it's so good. Artie Schilling from "Artie's Party" at the Syracuse Nationals follows up with a review of his upcoming charity pinstriping event.

The Harbor Freight's learning incentive is covered with one of the participating teachers. Also, Elana Scherr from Roadkill TV & Hot Rod Magazine checks in to swap car stories with the boys on this week's show.

Ray has an offer to swap his Fiat for a Porsche. The guys do an in-depth interview with Tony Giroux from OPGI, then give a listener an oil recommendation for his lawnmower.

Ray & Joe talk to Doc & Dave from Sarasota, Florida about lawnmower racing, Doc's affiliation with Bubba the Love Sponge, and the new line of quality welders from their site, www.IWEstore.com.

Ray & Joe talk about how important it is to be considerate while driving on the highways when surrounded by big rigs & tow vehicles, then tackle the subject of yearly inspection monitors & drive cycle testing. The reasons why some people are selling off their Resto-Mod cars is also delved into with some enlightening & practical reasons emerging.

Ray & Joe have Huntington High School seniors Jack Glicker & his pal Ryan in the studio this week to talk about Jack’s 2017 AAA safety video award.

The boys deviate from strict automotive talk and concentrate on the environment this week when Jimmy Ruocco from Operation SPLASH joins them to talk about the upcoming “Living with the Bay” project. Jimmy’s junkyard parties & events creep into the conversation to even things out.

Ray & Joe interview Greg Hathcock, CEO of the prestigious Vogue Tyre brand on this week's show. The boys' 1 year anniversary is noted, then they discuss small engine storage and fuel maintenance with a caller.