156. The Pile Up EP34: House Cleaning
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The hosts dive into a mix of car maintenance stories, including detailed engine cleaning and rebuilding challenges, while sharing listener feedback from a previous episode. They touch on automotive history, highlighting notable figures like Emily King and discussing classic Ford models. The conversation also explores the intersection of car culture and politics, expressing frustration with the politicization of automotive communities. Throughout, they blend technical insights with personal anecdotes, reflecting on the passion and occasional struggles of working on cars.
This week we catch up with listener write in's, project's and some stupid SEMA emails.
Cougar II
McKinley's Warrior
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Byd Seal
"...t engine class. But that class we weren't putting seals on and we'd already cleaned it. But if you're ac..."
The BYD Seal is a new electric car made in China that runs only on electricity instead of gas. It's designed to be modern and easy to drive, and people talk about it when discussing new electric cars that are becoming popular.
The BYD Seal is an all-electric sedan from the Chinese automaker BYD, known for its modern design and advanced electric powertrain technology. It represents BYD's push into the competitive electric vehicle market with a focus on range, performance, and affordability. The mention of 'cleaned it' and 'class' might relate to its position in the electric vehicle segment or maintenance considerations.
machine shop
""if you're going to the machine shop or are you like, did you take something apart and you're just trying to see if it'll run?""
A machine shop is a place where experts fix or make engine parts very precisely.
A machine shop is a specialized workshop where engine parts are precisely machined or repaired, such as boring cylinders or resurfacing heads.
piston
""I hope I said the piston and not the block...""
A piston is a part inside the engine that moves up and down to help make the car go.
The piston is a cylindrical component inside the engine's cylinders that moves up and down to compress air and fuel, enabling combustion to generate power.
compression ratio
""It was like a hd truck option or something. So it's got a little higher compression ratio. I think it's like a little over nine to one.""
Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes the air and fuel before it burns, which helps the car make power.
Compression ratio is the ratio of the volume of the engine cylinder when the piston is at the bottom versus the top. Higher compression ratios generally improve engine efficiency and power.
carbon deposits
""...they had carbon all in 'em and we don't want the rings to not seat.""
Carbon deposits are dirty stuff that builds up inside the engine and can make it run worse.
Carbon deposits are buildup of burnt fuel and oil residues inside engine components that can reduce performance and cause wear.
ultrasonic cleaning
""We then. Ultrasonic them and use the pick tool and clean the lands because again, we're just using the old pistons and they had carbon all in 'em...""
Ultrasonic cleaning is a way to clean engine parts using sound waves and water to get rid of dirt.
Ultrasonic cleaning uses high-frequency sound waves in a liquid to remove dirt and carbon deposits from engine parts without damaging them.
lands
""The lands were full of crud and that really slowed things down because we then. Ultrasonic them and use the pick tool and clean the lands...""
Lands are small parts inside the engine cylinder that help keep the piston rings in place and seal the engine.
Lands are the narrow areas of the cylinder wall between the piston rings. They help seal the combustion chamber and control oil consumption.
head gasket
""And then of course the head gaskets had been beat to death and then buying two of the gaskets was like 60 while getting a whole nother head gasket kit was 90.""
The head gasket is like a seal that keeps engine parts from leaking. If it breaks, the engine can have big problems like overheating.
A head gasket seals the engine block and cylinder head, preventing leaks of coolant or combustion gases. It's critical for engine performance and avoiding overheating.
head sealer
""So it, and then we had to get head sealer for the head bolts.""
Head sealer is a glue-like stuff that helps keep engine parts sealed so nothing leaks out.
Head sealer is a specialized sealant used during engine assembly to ensure a proper seal between the cylinder head and engine block, preventing leaks.
lifter
""So hopefully the cam breaks in Good. 'cause you just can't get good lifters anymore. So hopefully the lifters. Make their little turn that they're supposed to do.""
Lifters help open and close the engine's valves so the car can run smoothly.
Lifters are engine components that transfer motion from the camshaft to the valves, enabling them to open and close properly. Proper lifter function is essential for engine performance.
calipers
""Oh yeah. No, I'm, I'm just admitting to everybody that I've yet to put my calipers...""
Calipers are parts that press the brakes to help stop the car.
Calipers are part of the disc brake system that squeeze the brake pads against the rotors to slow or stop the vehicle.
clutch
""And it's got a new clutch. It's got hitters. George really put some work into it...""
The clutch helps you change gears by connecting or disconnecting the engine from the wheels.
The clutch is a mechanical device that engages and disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing the driver to change gears.
Ford Model
"...the 41, and I think that's the one that sort of nobody wants because it says known among enthusiasts as the fat Fords. The 41 was the last new Ford model in which Henry Ford had direct involvement before his death in 47."
The 1941 Ford is an old car that Henry Ford helped design before he died. People who like old cars call it a 'fat Ford' because of how it looks.
The 1941 Ford was the last new Ford model that Henry Ford was directly involved in before his death in 1947. It is known among enthusiasts as one of the 'fat Fords' due to its styling.
concept car
"...he worked on a bunch of concept cars, including the Coer two."
A concept car is a special car made to show new ideas and designs. It's like a preview of what future cars might look like.
A concept car is a prototype vehicle created by automakers to showcase new designs, technologies, or ideas. They are often shown at auto shows and may never go into production.
Ford Cougar
"...he worked on a bunch of concept cars, including the Coer two."
The Ford Cougar was a special car made to show new ideas and designs. It was not a regular car you could buy.
The Ford Cougar was a concept car worked on by designer McKinley after he was hired by Ford in 1956. Concept cars are prototypes made to showcase new styling or technology.
Plymouth Cuda
"...big back window, except it doesn't look weird like the Cuda."
The Plymouth Barracuda is an old American muscle car that people like because of how it looks, especially the big back window.
The Plymouth Barracuda is a classic American muscle car known for its distinctive styling, including a large rear window. It is often compared to other muscle cars like the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro.
Chevrolet Corvette
"... yeah, this definitely has, has backend of, , the Corvette type style and then has like a cuda line. Speake..."
The Chevrolet Corvette is a famous fast car from America that many people love because it looks cool and goes really fast. When someone talks about its 'backend style,' they mean the way the back of the car looks, which is very unique and easy to recognize.
The Chevrolet Corvette is an iconic American sports car known for its powerful performance and distinctive design. It has evolved through multiple generations, often celebrated for its combination of speed, handling, and value. The mention of a 'backend of the Corvette type style' likely refers to its recognizable rear design cues that influence other cars.
wire wheels
"...it's got jag vibes with the wire wheels."
Wire wheels are wheels with lots of thin metal spokes. They make cars look old-fashioned and fancy.
Wire wheels are a type of wheel design that uses many thin spokes made of metal wire. They were popular on classic cars and give a vintage or 'jaguar' style look.
Royalex plastic
"...it was slated to be made out of Royal X, which is a type of plastic. But in 67, Ford declined."
Royalex is a strong and light kind of plastic. Ford thought about using it to make cars but decided not to.
Royalex is a type of durable plastic often used in manufacturing for its strength and lightweight properties. It was considered for use in a Ford project to modernize transportation but was ultimately declined.
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