Everyone Racers

In this intructive episode, 45, Mental sits in an RV in the rain, Jeff enjoys learning, Chrissy is faster than Jeff, and Chris doesn't crash the NSX (#Hagerty should totally sponsor us).  Really though, we talk all about what we did last weekend as Chrissy/Chris/Jeff were at NASA Pitt Race and Mental was instructing at Xtreme Xperience all doing and receiving instruction.   It was an eventful weekend all around and we have a lot to learn and share.  Links!Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacersSergio Marchionne CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles dead at age 66.http://www.thedrive.com/news/22385/sergio-marchionne-an-automotive-executive-icon-dead-at-66BTW Janky - totally there, Hoon- Totally not.   https://jalopnik.com/dictionary-com-now-lists-me-as-an-authority-on-sending-1827806173   NASA Great lakes: http://nasagreatlakes.com      

In this magnum episode, number 44, Jeff throws a socket at Chrissy's Mom, Mental is less drunk than usual, Chrissy becomes a Ross Bentley Superfan, and Chris is very en-gauge-ing!We also talk about how to setup the cockpit of a race car.  This includes seat choice, installation and placement, gauge selection and adjustment, adjusting to different cars and setups, and how to make things more comfortable and accomodating.  We also talk about all of the stuff we're working on, news and notes from several series, and just the tip is back!  Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacers  https://atlantamotorsportspark.com/teen-driving/        

In this slushy episode, our favorite guest Eric Rood is back as he hit his head on the latest Lemons rally, the Great Lakes Escape.  This time, Mental eats a twinkie, Jeff loves old ladies in toolbooths, Chrissy talks about coffee tables, Chris doesn't care about M3s racing, and Eric has redecorated.Eric Rood tells us all about the latest Lemons Rally, the Great Lakes Mistake, that we are sad we all missed.  We also have lots of race updates, news and notes, and a hella sweet/butt terrible for Jeff's janky truck!  Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacersLemons Rally Site - https://24hoursoflemons.com/lemons-rally/Lemons Rally stuff on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/lemonsrally/ Clooney crashed his scooter in Sardina https://www.maxim.com/news/george-clooney-motorcycle-crash-2018-7https://atlantamotorsportspark.com/teen-driving/         

In this questionable episode, 42, Jeff breaks Chris's new trailer, Mental does a burnout with an engine full of rainwater, Chrissy sits in a floaty chair and decides everyone else is dirty, and Chris discussing kidnapping supplies.  We also talk about news and notes, what we are working on, and what are the important things to do when you get a new to you car.  We also have just the tip for everyone!Links: Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacersYolo County California is burning … close to both the home of head of Safety John Pagel and the team head of TinyVette Mike Meier … hoping they are all well!http://www.newsweek.com/california-wildfires-yolo-county-fire-1010207 go to harbor freight now and get what you need!https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/05/business/china-us-trade-war-trump-tariffs.html           

In this Hoon-Tastic episode, Jeff is 20 minutes late, Mental is a fan boy, Chrissy share her VW shame, Chris cracks the whip, and Jeff Glucker wonders what he got himself into.  We have the pleasure of having a special guest, Jeff Glucker of Hooniverse, who will certainly never come back.  Really, we talk about how to explit depreciation and our favorite cars to do so that we have enjoyed.  We also talk about what what we are working on, news and notes, race updates, and just the tip!  Hooniverse.com    Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacersBimbo’s Gas Food and Fireworks in Lenoir City Tennesseehttps://www.facebook.com/Bimbos-129524950438464/     Pad Knockback … We talked about it here so I wanted to bring it up and get the link out in our show notes… https://nasaspeed.news/tech/brakes/pad-knock-back-what-it-is-how-it-happens-and-what-to-do-about-it/                  

In this Supery Dupery episode (40!), live from the C&C Mahem Factory, Mental has an iron butt, Jeff thinks his green shirt makes him look fat, Chrissy has arts and crafts time, and Chris isn't allowed to have another Civic.  We also talk about how to pick out a race car for your own series, including how we picked out our new 300ZX.  We also discuss news and notes, what we are working on, race results, smooth jazz with Mental, and hella sweet or butt terrible for Jeff's Miata.   Links:Xtreme Xperience:www.XXSpeed.comsave 25% with code EveryoneRacers Driverless Car hits person(s)Story …. This time a historical jaunt by none other than Friend of the Three Pedal Mafia and legitimate Auto Journliast Brett Berk http://www.thedrive.com/vintage/6797/the-untold-history-of-the-first-driverless-car-crash-part- You thought it was a NUMMI … Turns out I’m just still just NUMMIhttps://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/19/business/elon-musk-tesla-employee-sabotage.html Lemans women: Christina Nielson who was looking to win the #8

In this super duper episode, Mental (thankfully) has worn out his voice, Jeff almost drifts into an old lady, Chris is a lumberjack and that's OK, and Chrissy is no longer scared of rain.   Really we talk about our usual shtick with a lot of what we are working on and a new 3 Pedal Mafia car, news and notes, and the main topic: racing with family.  Is it a terrible idea to race with family, or the worst idea?  We talk about our own experiences and give some listener feedback on the subject, things to think about and how to make it work OK-ish.  Chrissy is back with Just the Tip!Notes:Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacersSaw The Bearded Wonder and his Race of Gentlemen car and bike!https://deskgram.org/p/1800122091892593128_4053667081https://deskgram.org/p/1799547696957126158_224701805    

In this ambitious episode, Mental makes a stupid decision, Jeff's car is still broken, Chris works on a Honda, and Chrissy makes funny sounds.   Really, we talk about fabrication, what tools, tips, tricks, and materials we like to use and how to get started,  We also run through a recap of the recent Lucky Dog race, prep for the Lemons BFE race.  We also have hella sweet/butt terrible from Mental. Links: Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.comMatt LeBlanc Leaving Top Gearhttps://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-44320696 Edd China has 2 new shows on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl87vho3JsU&list=PLLGEsSSRvpwBnmDscPq4nAx1Sl9x3p8gN https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ofrdxbm3RijOx6NsMU8Sg Jeff will again discuss Teslas crashing on autopilothttp://www.thedrive.com/news/21172/tesla-on-autopilot-crashes-into-parked-california-police-cruiser And in other crash news … http://autoweek.com/article/indycar/video-gm-executive-crashes-2019-corvette-zr-1-pace-car-delay-chevrolet-detroit-grand GM executive Mark Reu

Episode 37 is peculiar: Mental takes a nap, Jeff watches a movie, Chris installs a lamp, and Chrissy dodges some angry birds.   Really, we talk about what to to on track when something goes wrong, as if it hasn't gone wrong yet, it will eventually! Links: Xtreme Xperience: www.XXSpeed.com save 25% with code EveryoneRacersJack baruth just published an excellent piece on what to do when it goes wronghttps://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a20650198/so-youve-just-crashed-your-daily-driver-at-a-trackday-now-what/5 Principles for safe driving: https://www.platinumdrivers.com/smith-system-andprinciples-of-safe-driving/ Great article for top 10 driving emergencies and how to handle them! https://www.edmunds.com/driving-tips/how-to-survive-the-top-10-driving-emergencies.html    

In this choice episode, Mental gets all serious for once, Jeff stands in the rain with an old man, Chrissy visits beautiful Kokomo       (Indiana), and Chris doesn't like strangers in the hot tub.  Really, we talk about how to avoid being a D-bag at a race, and all of the fun things we have seen D-Bags do at races past.  We also discuss what we're working on, race recaps from Lemons, AER, and Champcar, news and notes, and a Nissan based Hella Sweet/Butt Terrible.   

On today's episode, Mental cant figure out how to speak closely to his mic, Chris checks in from lovely Hartford CT, Jeff yells at Atlanta, and Chrissy has too much fiberglass to drink her wine. Actually, we recap the race at NJMP, who crashed, who didnt, who showed up late. Joys and concerns all around. Notes from the show:  422Sucks: great resource for traffic on Route 422 in  422 SUCKS - Home | FacebookBlack Iron Racing’s E36 Camper was on Hoonigan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeK-CJdhBPM&feature=youtu.beDanica is back at Indy http://motorsports.nbcsports.com/2018/05/03/danica-patrick-nascar-cars-way-easier-than-an-indy-car-to-drive/Roadkill article on the race at NJMP:  http://www.roadkill.com/winners-of-the-real-hoopties-of-new-jersey-24-hours-of-lemons/Video from Philly.com on 24 Hours of Lemons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPMz2b_NVpA 

In this Ochen Harda sho episode, Mental pimps out some teenagers, Jeff can't say Abarth, Chris loves one gauge dashes, and Chrissy tells us to avoid licking the lawn.  Really, we talk about intro to how to make the most of your on track in car video: where to put the camera, how to make the most of it later, and how to not be an on line d-bag with your videos. Links:Xtreme Xperience: http://XXSPEED.comNerdie Racing - Home of Nerdie Radio products. http://nerdieracing.com/?Concurs De LeMons https://24hoursoflemons.com/concours-d-lemons/Ford stops making cars: http://www.motortrend.com/news/why-ford-cancel-cars-us-lineup/Fantastic Abarth Video:   https://www.facebook.com/tizianogiuseppe.sampieri/videos/452937961827891/ Watch the deer fly: https://youtu.be/0TS0Ve1sUL8    

In this litty episode, everyone quotes Smoky Yunick, Jeff uses his announcer voice, Mental's internet is bad, Chrissy raves over Curt's butt, and Chris ruins Jeff's false identity.  We talk all about cheating, how people have cheated, when cheating is OK, when it isn't and how to do it properly.  We have lots of stories and listener feedback on this fun topic.  Show notes: Xtreme Xperience: http://xxspeed.comHonda is teaching young people to drive stick … this is gods work, please go buy a honda with three pedals!!!  http://www.thedrive.com/news/20271/honda-is-teaching-the-next-generation-how-to-drive-stickSkip Barber is back and Operational in the North East Coast … http://skipbarber.com/Hella Sweet/ButtTerrible  https://bimmian.com/Accessories-for-BMW/Decals/Emblems/Raised-Tire-Lettering/    

  In this precision crafted episode, we learn that Mental doesn't mind pooping in the dark, Jeff gets shaken down by track management, Chrissy squats in Jay Lamm's trailer at Chuckwalla, and Chris hates on Harley riders.  Really, this is part 2 of our track series where we discuss all of the worst stories and experiences we have had at tracks.  Which track has the worst layout, worst paddock, worst bathrooms, etc, find out here!  We have lots of embedded listener feedback, lots of "Whatcha Working On" as the season is starting, and just the tip about getting ready for a new track. Links: http://XXSPEED.COM - Xtreme Xperience, use code everyoneracers to get 25% off!Uber drivers are not employees: http://www.thedrive.com/news/20098/federal-judge-rules-that-uber-drivers-are-contractors-not-employees Pooping at Buttonwillow: http://www.trackhq.com/forums/attachments/f90/6453d1386346517t-those-who-have-been-buttonwillow-1480693_10102843981654797_149022315_n.jpg  

In this gilded episode, Mental quotes H.G. Wells, Jeff can't figure out how the radio works, Chris can't remember what he just said, and Chrissy points out the paddock caste system.  Really, we talk about our favorite tracks, paddocks, bathrooms, facilities, experience, locations, and bucket lists.   We have lots of listener feedback to share about the topic and lots of fun, and next week is the same, but opposite, the worst of everything!   Links from the show:  Save 25% when you use the code “EveryoneRacers” at XXSPEED.com to book today. Bad Crash … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVvAV627JvI&sns=fb   Do not stop on the racing surface.New Camaro  http://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/19915/2019-chevrolet-camaro-2-0t-1le-first-drive-the-quick-stepping-maro-now-with-less-pepSome SFI belts are being recalled: Read the full SFI notice here.    

In this swanky episode, Jeff is late, Mental drops ice into his drink from across the house, Chrissy decides she is sick of looking at us on video, and Chris does actual work on cars for once.  We talk though how to diagnose a problem on your car, particularly when doing so at the track and on the fly.  Learn from our mistakes and be better than us.  You're going to break, so might as well learn to fix it quickly!   Links from tonight: Save 25% when you use the code “EveryoneRacers” at http://XXSPEED.com to book today.Women in Racing: http://jalo.ps/n4ClnrA https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollie-heiser-908331a4https://www.facebook.com/KristinTreagerRacing/Champcar team with a Maserati BiTurbo: http://deadpedalracing.com/driver-and-crew-profiles/

In this hundred proof episode, auto journalist Brian Medford regrets joining us and has a squeaky chair, Mental explains how to be a Corvette owner, Chrissy gets skipped by Jeff 3x, Jeff is babysitting, and Chris gets shocked by his new microphone setup.  Really, we talk about someday future race cars, otherwise known as new cars as it is auto show season, and as car people, we like this sort of thing.  We each chime in on 5 questions of picking what we like and why, in additon to news and notes, what we are working on, hella swee/butt terrible, and just the tip.  Links:Brian’s Website:  http://www.askmycarguys.comMSF Level II cert: https://www.roadandtrack.com/motorsports/a19455403/what-you-learn-at-the-motorsport-safety-foundations-driving-instructor-school/ Grid Girls: https://www.cnn.com/2018/03/22/motorsport/grid-girls-australian-grand-prix-spt/index.htmlAutonomos car fatal crash in AZ, 2 takes: http://www.thedrive.com/opinion/19482/elaine-herzbergs-death-isnt-ubers-tragedy-its-ourshttp://www.thedrive.co

In this unbelievable episode, Eric Rood joins us with a newspaper, Jeff talks about wearing a gimp suit, Mental doesn't use his teacher voice, Chrissy dances Gangnam Style, and Chris wears a Monocle.  Really, we talk through the 4 categories of themes to help your team have a brand identity and have fun at the track.  Special guest Eric Rood tells us about Hooptiecon this weekend and gives his special insight on themes from being a Lemons judge.   Links from this week: The Tempe Police have since walked back the comment saying “We don’t determine fault”https://www.theverge.com/2018/3/20/17142672/uber-deadly-self-driving-car-crash-fault-policeMotorsports Safety Foundation has started its level II certifications graduating instructors.https://www.roadandtrack.com/motorsports/a19455403/what-you-learn-at-the-motorsport-safety-foundations-driving-instructor-school/Save 25% when you use the code “EveryoneRacers” at XXSPEED.com to book today.Our rendition of Gangnam Style: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xowINE_aug

In this episode, we are baffled and thrilled that J.G. Pasterjack from Grassroots Motorsports Magazine joins us as a guest and also streams our show on their Facebook live.  Also, JG wonders how he can get out of this, Jeff changes his shirt, Mental yells at a dog, Chrissy thinks her camera broke, and Chris has a headache.  Really though, we talk about the world of High Performance Driver Education, how to get involved if you haven't been involved before, what to expect, and how to have a good time.Links to things we discussed: Grassroots Motorsports:  www.grassrootsmotorsports.com Toto key buzzer: http://www.thedrive.com/news/19079/some-madman-hacked-his-volvo-240-door-chime-to-play-africa-by-totohttps://youtu.be/dQ4R30OhEAEBill Caswell is selling the “Baja Pig” - https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbph8mRB-Oo/?hl=enAmelia Island Concurs: https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/articles/sights-2018-amelia-island-concours-delegance/ Xtreme Xperience: www.xxspeed.com       

In this episode, out 11th listener Bill F wonders what he got himself into, Chrissy gives quality answers, Chris goes on too long, Jeff is frustrated right from the start, and Mental has an answer for everything.  Really, Bill joins us to ask some of his questions about getting involved in the world of low dollar endurance racing.  This might actually be useful information for once!