{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"C.R.E.A.M. #85 - Murci Is HERE, Clio Fires and Ben Wants an Alfa?","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/c-r-e-a-m-85-murci-is-here-clio-fires-and-ben-wants-an-alfa","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/APO7392526879.mp3","description":"⚪️ Get 20% off your next Car Vertical check using code CREAM 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carvertical.com/gb/landing/v3?utm_source=infl&a=TDC&b=38b26e3a&voucher=cream20🛢️ Motul - Get 15% off using the code TDC: https://www.clubmotul.co.uk🍦 Follow C.R.E.A.M. socials!Cars Rule Everything (Instagram)Edwin (Instagram)Will (Instagram)📬 Enquiries: carsruleeverythingaround@gmail.com\n"},"annotations":[{"startTime":79.9,"endTime":114.0,"type":"car","title":"RS6","url":"/cars/audi/rs-6","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c3/2023_Audi_RS6_Avant_in_Nardo_Grey_%28Interior%29.jpg","quote":"But yeah, it came last Tuesday ahead of schedule, thanks to the RS6.\n[85.3s] The RS6 failed on the day, so we had to go and send...","canonicalId":"car:audi:rs 6","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.72,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“RS6” refers to the Audi RS 6, a high-performance version of the Audi A6. It’s known for a powerful turbocharged V8 and fast, confident driving—so it’s the kind of car that would be worth rushing/transporting to a track for an event.","simplifiedExplanation":"“RS6” is a fast, performance Audi. It’s the kind of car people bring to special track days because it’s strong and quick.","imageAttribution":"MoCars (CC0)"}},{"startTime":88.1,"endTime":123.7,"type":"place","title":"Dunsfold","url":"/glossary/dunsfold","quote":"When we were at Dunsfold, we hired out the whole Top Gear track.\n[91.0s] RS6 on the day said, you know what?","canonicalId":"place:dunsfold","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Dunsfold is the UK airfield-turned-racing venue where the Top Gear track is based. 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We didn't even bother putting it on a trickle charger. So like, yeah.","canonicalId":"car:dodge:charger","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Charger is a full-size American muscle car known for its powerful V8 options and big, comfortable body. It often comes up in conversations about performance and everyday usability because it can be driven daily while still feeling aggressive. In the podcast context, it’s mentioned in relation to battery charging, implying it’s a car someone had on hand and didn’t bother with extra prep.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Charger is a large American car that’s built for strong acceleration. People talk about it because it can feel sporty without being a race car. In the episode, it’s mentioned alongside a comment about not needing special battery charging.","imageAttribution":"MercurySable99 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":143.0,"endTime":144.8,"type":"term","title":"trickle charger","url":"/glossary/trickle-charger","quote":"We didn't even bother putting it on a trickle charger. So like, yeah.","canonicalId":"term:trickle-charger","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A trickle charger is a low-current battery charger that keeps a battery topped up without overcharging it. It’s commonly used when a car sits for a while or when you need reliable starting power for testing/filming.","simplifiedExplanation":"A trickle charger is a gentle battery charger that slowly keeps the battery full. It helps a car start reliably without you having to charge it aggressively every time."}},{"startTime":152.5,"endTime":156.5,"type":"term","title":"jump it","url":"/glossary/jump-it","quote":"So you need to jump it every single time you turn it off. And that went well.","canonicalId":"term:jump-it","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Jump starting” uses another battery (via jumper cables or a jump pack) to provide enough voltage to crank the engine. If the battery is repeatedly failing, it can indicate a deeper issue like a weak battery or an electrical/charging problem.","simplifiedExplanation":"Jump starting means using another battery to give your car enough power to start. If you have to do it every time, the battery or the car’s charging system may be having trouble."}},{"startTime":173.4,"endTime":176.5,"type":"term","title":"instrument crust cluster","quote":"Apparently, you can jump start them, but there's people have said online, don't do that. You'll frazzle your instrument crust cluster and they're about six grand.","canonicalId":"term:instrument-crust-cluster","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This appears to be a mis-transcription of “instrument cluster,” the dashboard electronics that display speed, RPM, warning lights, and other vehicle data. Jump starting with a bad connection or voltage spike can potentially damage sensitive electronics, which is why people warn against it in some situations.","simplifiedExplanation":"The “instrument cluster” is the dashboard screen/gauges that show things like speed and warning lights. If you jump start the car the wrong way, it can sometimes cause electrical problems in the dashboard electronics."}},{"startTime":178.2,"endTime":182.0,"type":"term","title":"bump start it","url":"/glossary/bump-start-it","quote":"So I was like, okay, I'm going to bump start it. That was quite funny.","canonicalId":"term:bump-start-it","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Bump starting (push starting) is starting a car by rolling it and engaging the drivetrain—typically works only on cars with a manual transmission. It can help if the battery is too weak to crank the engine, but it’s not a cure for an underlying battery/charging fault.","simplifiedExplanation":"Bump starting means getting the car moving and then engaging it so the engine starts without using the starter motor. It usually only works on manual cars and doesn’t fix the real cause if the battery keeps dying."}},{"startTime":182.6,"endTime":185.1,"type":"term","title":"power packs","quote":"We killed two power packs trying to jump start this a few times because the connection wasn't too good.","canonicalId":"term:power-packs","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Power packs” here likely refers to portable jump starters or battery packs used to provide starting power without another car. Using multiple packs and still failing suggests either a poor connection, a severely depleted battery, or a larger electrical issue.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Power packs” are portable devices that can give a dead car enough power to start. If they don’t work, it usually means the connection isn’t good or the battery/electrical system is in worse shape than expected."}},{"startTime":285.54,"endTime":286.44,"type":"car","title":"Lamborghini Aventador","url":"/cars/lamborghini/aventador","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/75/2011_Lamborghini_Aventador_%285488708138%29.jpg","quote":"...ers, because he did bring his car. He brought his Aventador. And Ben, that's why Ben's very sad,","canonicalId":"car:lamborghini:aventador","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Lamborghini Aventador is a flagship Lamborghini supercar known for its dramatic styling and high-performance character. It’s significant because it became one of Lamborghini’s most recognizable modern models. The podcast mentions it in a personal context (“Ben… very sad”), indicating it’s the car someone brought and that the moment mattered to the people involved.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Lamborghini Aventador is a very high-performance supercar from Lamborghini. It’s known for being fast and visually dramatic. In the episode, it’s mentioned because someone brought their Aventador to the event.","imageAttribution":"Autoviva (CC BY 2.0)"}},{"startTime":372.34,"endTime":374.12,"type":"car","title":"Volkswagen Lupo","url":"/cars/volkswagen/lupo","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f5/2001_Volkswagen_Lupo_S_-_1390cc_1.4_16V_%2875PS%29_Petrol_-_Taffeta_Green_-_30-04-2024%2C_Dashboard.jpg","quote":"There was 600 pound off from Ayo, Lamborghini Mercilago, Volkswagen Lupo.","canonicalId":"car:volkswagen:lupo","priority":0.25,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Volkswagen Lupo is a small, lightweight hatchback that’s often discussed as an affordable, practical alternative to expensive cars. Here it’s mentioned in the same breath as a Lamborghini, emphasizing the contrast in cost and ownership vibe.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Volkswagen Lupo is a small Volkswagen hatchback. It’s being name-dropped to show how different it is from a supercar in terms of money and everyday ownership.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0"}},{"startTime":418.4,"endTime":421.2,"type":"term","title":"PPF","url":"/glossary/ppf","quote":"Yeah, the front end was PPF.\n[421.2s] The paint was immaculate.","canonicalId":"term:ppf","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"PPF (paint protection film) is a clear, tough polymer film applied to a car’s paint to protect it from stone chips, scratches, and road debris. It’s especially common on the front bumper, hood, and other high-impact areas.","simplifiedExplanation":"PPF is a clear protective layer you stick on the car’s paint. It helps prevent small rocks and debris from chipping or scratching the paint."}},{"startTime":423.9,"endTime":426.6,"type":"term","title":"stone chip","url":"/glossary/stone-chip","quote":"Even though I didn't want to be,\n[424.7s] I was always a little bit like,\n[425.5s] oh, is he going to get a stone chip?","canonicalId":"term:stone-chip","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A stone chip is a small piece of debris that hits the paint at speed, often leaving a tiny impact mark or exposed spot. Even small chips can lead to paint damage and corrosion if they’re not addressed.","simplifiedExplanation":"A stone chip is when a small rock hits the paint and leaves a little mark. If it’s not fixed, it can eventually cause bigger paint problems."}},{"startTime":431.5,"endTime":432.7,"type":"term","title":"fuses","url":"/glossary/fuses","quote":"but I feel a bit more...\n[431.5s] I've already had all the fuses out.\n[432.7s] Having a look at it, because my back wings didn't go down","canonicalId":"term:fuses","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Fuses are protective electrical components that break a circuit when current is too high, preventing wiring and modules from damage. Removing or “pulling” fuses is sometimes used during diagnostics, setup, or to isolate electrical systems.","simplifiedExplanation":"Fuses protect the car’s electrical system. If something draws too much current, the fuse blows to stop damage."}},{"startTime":435.2,"endTime":437.6,"type":"term","title":"battery out","url":"/glossary/battery-out","quote":"You've already had the battery out.\n[437.1s] Had the battery out.\n[437.6s] So we had to do...","canonicalId":"term:battery-out","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Having the battery “out” means the car’s 12V battery has been removed or disconnected. This is often done for electrical work, diagnostics, or to reset/enable certain systems safely.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Battery out” means the car’s battery was removed or disconnected. People do this when they’re working on the car’s electrical system."}},{"startTime":439.8,"endTime":442.9,"type":"term","title":"wheel well","url":"/glossary/wheel-wells","quote":"we did the battery, which is in the wheel well.\n[442.9s] That's wheel off, up, turn around, blah, blah, blah.","canonicalId":"term:wheel-well","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The wheel well is the wheel-arch area where the tire sits and where some cars place components. In this case, the speaker says the battery is located in that wheel-arch area.","simplifiedExplanation":"The wheel well is the space around the tire. They’re saying the battery is located in that area on this car."}},{"startTime":447.2,"endTime":450.0,"type":"term","title":"jack stands","url":"/glossary/jack-stands","quote":"Also, yeah, this car, it came to the unit\n[450.0s] and it went on jack stands within 20 minutes of driving.","canonicalId":"term:jack-stands","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Jack stands are safety supports used to hold a car in the air after lifting it with a jack. They’re used so the car can be worked on without relying on the jack alone.","simplifiedExplanation":"Jack stands are the safety supports that hold a car up while you work underneath it. They’re used instead of trusting the jack by itself."}},{"startTime":453.2,"endTime":454.78,"type":"term","title":"TD6","quote":"and it went on jack stands within 20 minutes of driving.\n\n[453.2s] That's also quite nicely TD6.","canonicalId":"term:td6","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.35,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“TD6” appears to be an internal shorthand or rating used by the speakers for how quickly or neatly the job was handled. Without more context, it’s not a widely standardized automotive term.","simplifiedExplanation":"“TD6” sounds like a shorthand the hosts use for a score or rating. The exact meaning isn’t clear from this snippet alone."}},{"startTime":464.8,"endTime":468.9,"type":"term","title":"misfire","url":"/glossary/misfire","quote":"It has a misfire.\nI laughed quite a lot on the day, because I started it.","canonicalId":"term:misfire","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A misfire is when an engine cylinder fails to ignite its air-fuel charge at the right time. That can cause rough running, vibration, and it often triggers the check engine light because the engine control unit detects abnormal combustion.","simplifiedExplanation":"A misfire means one of the engine cylinders isn’t firing correctly. 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Here it’s being used to say which Audi 90 they’re talking about."}},{"startTime":4504.08,"endTime":4505.26,"type":"car","title":"Audi 100 or 200","url":"/cars/audi/100","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ef/1990_Audi_100_%287454437450%29.jpg","quote":"Yeah, I know.\nC3 and C4.\nC3 is my favorite.\nThat is an Audi 100 or 200.","canonicalId":"car:audi:100","priority":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Audi 100 and Audi 200 were mid-size Audi sedans that existed in multiple generations and trims. In this segment, the host is tying the “C3/C4” naming to these models, explaining how the same basic car could be referred to differently by market and slang.","simplifiedExplanation":"Audi made cars called the 100 and the 200. 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The host is saying they didn’t get that bigger-engine version where they lived."}},{"startTime":4615.6,"endTime":4619.3,"type":"part","title":"carbon ceramic brakes","url":"/glossary/carbon-ceramic-brakes","quote":"It's got RS4 B7 or B8 carbon ceramic brakes on the front.\nIt's got pole positions.","canonicalId":"part:carbon-ceramic-brakes","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Carbon ceramic brakes use ceramic brake discs reinforced with carbon fiber, which can be lighter and resist brake fade better than traditional iron discs. The host specifically ties them to RS4 B7/B8 hardware, implying a high-end brake upgrade on the RS4 B5 car.","simplifiedExplanation":"Carbon ceramic brakes are a premium brake setup that can handle hard driving without losing stopping power as quickly. 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The host is saying the car’s back-seat setup is similar to that track-focused, bucket-seat vibe.","imageAttribution":"SamDawson92 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":4647.32,"endTime":4649.12,"type":"car","title":"BMW M5","url":"/cars/bmw/m5","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6b/2008_BMW_M5.jpg","quote":"So cool.\nOr the M3 M5 CS.\nAnd oh God.","canonicalId":"car:bmw:m5","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"BMW’s CS badge is used on certain M models to indicate a more track-oriented, lighter, more focused version. The speaker groups the interior/seat setup with the “M3 M5 CS” idea, implying a similar stripped-down, performance-first approach.","simplifiedExplanation":"BMW’s CS versions are “more track-focused” versions of certain M cars. 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