About this episode
Join Emily and Rose as they dive into a lively discussion filled with automotive anecdotes and trivia. They share humorous stories from past events, including camping mishaps and memorable encounters with fellow enthusiasts. The conversation touches on the fascinating world of lead sleds, exploring their history and significance in car culture. With insights into the craftsmanship behind these classic vehicles and a nod to legendary figures in the scene, this episode is packed with engaging stories and automotive knowledge.
Rose reveals the no van, Van Nationals shirt & Emily talks lead sleds.
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lead sled
"...that is the loose definition of what a lead sled is. Um, it's generally a mid-century, round bodied, heavily modified car. And they're. Chop. So I'm gonna just go through the list of the things."
A lead sled is an old car that has been changed a lot to look different and lower to the ground. The term comes from using a heavy material called lead to fix the car's body back in the day.
A lead sled is a term used to describe a heavily modified car, typically from the mid-20th century, that features a rounded body and is often lowered. The name comes from the use of lead as body filler in these vehicles, which made them heavier and contributed to their unique styling.
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