{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Chat with Rally Legend Ed Ordynski Part 1","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/chat-with-rally-legend-ed-ordynski-part-1","audioUrl":"https://anchor.fm/s/6f85c180/podcast/play/120556728/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-26%2Fd8390ada-cb4b-cdbf-6bf8-c58c7791e7ac.mp3","description":"On this episode of Car Torque, Matty, Chad, David, Scotty and Jim sit down with Australian rally legend Ed Ordynski for an unforgettable chat about life on and off the stages. From his early days carving through the rally scene to the incredible machines he’s driven throughout his career, Ed shares stories, insights and behind-the-scenes moments from a lifetime in motorsport.The crew also dive into their latest updates, while Ed reveals news of a fresh addition to his ever-growing car collection. This is only the beginning — tune in next week as the conversation with Ed continues.Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review!Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!Support us and become a Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/cartorquepodcastCheck out our merch here! https://cartorquepodcast.secure-decoration.com/Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCybzrcsj4nhADsyfYKtXPzwhttps://carloop.com.auDavid and Eds Podcast Autoretrohttps://open.spotify.com/show/5aOi9R8WfqOccEfnm2vslQ#Carupdates#2026#japan#Japanesecars#toyota#subaru#mazda#suzuki#nissan#datsun#bmw#edordynski#rally#corolla#1600#rx2#freecar\n"},"annotations":[{"startTime":85.14,"endTime":88.34,"type":"car","title":"Hyundai i20","url":"/cars/hyundai/i20","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f0/2020_Hyundai_i20_1.2_MPI_%28BC3%29.jpg","quote":"It's around Australia Trail winner. 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It’s not the same thing as the exact seat/trim choice being described in this car."}},{"startTime":1663.7,"endTime":1669.0,"type":"term","title":"m-performance wheels","url":"/glossary/m-performance-wheels","quote":"the original owner Greg he specified the m-performance wheels\n[1669.0s] so they look like the m3 wheels\n[1674.2s] they're similar","canonicalId":"term:m-performance-wheels","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“M-performance wheels” is a BMW option/package name for wheels intended to match the look and fitment of BMW’s M-performance styling. Wheel fitment matters because different models (like a 4-cylinder vs an M3) can use different widths, which affects tire size and how the car sits and handles.","simplifiedExplanation":"These are BMW “M-performance” wheels—an optional wheel style meant to give a sportier look. 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Different designs can change how direct and “quick” the steering feels."}},{"startTime":2236.3,"endTime":2236.3,"type":"term","title":"boot","url":"/glossary/boot","quote":"boot's beautiful all the toolkits\n[2239.0s] sounds like it's just well looked after","canonicalId":"term:boot","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Boot” is the British term for the trunk/storage compartment at the rear of the car. Here, they’re praising the boot area and how well the toolkits are kept, which is a sign of careful ownership.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Boot” just means the trunk—the storage space in the back of the car. 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When you replace them, other parts nearby may need to be moved carefully so you don’t damage anything."}},{"startTime":2321.8,"endTime":2329.9,"type":"part","title":"drive shafts","url":"/glossary/drive-shafts","quote":"the workshop manual says to [2321.8s] drop the drive shafts and everything [2323.9s] on YouTube says you don't need to","canonicalId":"part:drive-shafts","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Drive shafts transfer torque from the transmission to the wheels, typically through CV joints at the ends. Dropping the drive shafts during suspension work can reduce the chance of damaging the CV joints or putting unwanted stress on the drivetrain.","simplifiedExplanation":"Drive shafts are the parts that send power from the gearbox to the wheels. When you’re doing suspension work, moving them out of the way can prevent you from stressing or damaging related joints."}},{"startTime":2327.5,"endTime":2329.9,"type":"term","title":"CV","quote":"because you can lever against the CV","canonicalId":"term:cv","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.88,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"CV stands for constant-velocity joint, a drivetrain joint that lets the driveshaft transmit power smoothly while the suspension moves and the axle angles change. When working near rear springs, mechanics may advise dropping driveshafts to avoid stressing or damaging the CV joint boots and joints.","simplifiedExplanation":"A CV joint is part of the drivetrain that helps the car keep power going to the wheels even when the suspension moves. If you pry or lever in the wrong place, you can damage the CV joint or its protective parts."}},{"startTime":2339.2,"endTime":2356.7,"type":"term","title":"coil over","url":"/glossary/coilovers","quote":"is it coil over\nthey like it that's on 1600\nrear end it's part of my attractions\nBMW is like\n...it's not like a coil over\nthe spring","canonicalId":"term:coil-over","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A coilover is a suspension setup where a coil spring and shock absorber are packaged together as one unit. That design makes it easier to adjust ride height and damping compared with separate springs and shocks.","simplifiedExplanation":"A coilover is a suspension part that combines the spring and the shock into one assembly. 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That’s important because it determines the exact mounting pattern for the driveshaft-to-differential connection."}},{"startTime":2414.5,"endTime":2416.6,"type":"car","title":"E36 compact","url":"/cars/bmw/3-series","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/47/BMW_3_SERIES_E90_China.jpg","quote":"[2411.3s] because I know E30 rear ends\n[2413.3s] were very simple\n[2414.5s] and they kept them on the E36 compact\n[2416.6s] had the E30 rear end\n[2419.2s] and people really like those","canonicalId":"car:bmw:3 series compact","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.76,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The BMW E36 Compact is a shorter-wheelbase E36-era model that, according to the speaker, used the E30-style rear-end hardware. That matters because it can make rear-end service and component compatibility more straightforward for owners working on swaps or repairs.","simplifiedExplanation":"The BMW E36 Compact is a smaller E36-era BMW. 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That often makes the car feel more direct and strong in that gear instead of needing big RPM changes to keep moving."}},{"startTime":2487.6,"endTime":2490.0,"type":"term","title":"final","url":"/glossary/final","quote":"2486.1s] a long differential\n[2487.6s] 3.45 to 1 final","canonicalId":"term:final","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In this context, “final” refers to the final drive ratio (the gear reduction between the transmission and the differential). A “3.45 to 1 final” means the driveshaft turns 3.45 times for every one turn of the wheels, strongly affecting how quickly the car accelerates versus how fast it can cruise.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Final” here is the final drive ratio, which is a gearing step that multiplies the engine’s effort to the wheels. A higher number usually makes the car feel stronger off the line, while a lower number helps it go faster at a given RPM."}},{"startTime":2492.2,"endTime":2496.4,"type":"term","title":"close ratio","url":"/glossary/close-ratio","quote":"but 5th does not know the drive so you've got close ratio","canonicalId":"term:close-ratio","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Close ratio” describes a gearbox where the spacing between gear ratios is small, so the engine doesn’t drop far in RPM when you shift. That keeps the engine in its power band more often, which is especially noticeable in higher gears like 5th.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “close ratio” gearbox means the gears are spaced closely together. 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For some engines, real-world dependability depends on how people tune and maintain them."}},{"startTime":5224.8,"endTime":5226.7,"type":"term","title":"tuning community","quote":"but I think the people that made it reliable were the tuning community so I'm assuming that if he were to rebuild","canonicalId":"term:tuning-community","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The “tuning community” refers to the enthusiast network that develops practical fixes—like updated parts, calibration approaches, and maintenance practices—for a specific engine platform. For some rotary engines, community-developed solutions can be a major factor in making them dependable.","simplifiedExplanation":"That means the group of car enthusiasts who specialize in a particular engine. They often share the best ways to set them up and keep them running well."}},{"startTime":5228.6,"endTime":5231.7,"type":"term","title":"seals","url":"/glossary/seals","quote":"I'm assuming that if he were to rebuild he probably would have put different seals and like modern apex seals","canonicalId":"term:seals","priority":0.52,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In this context, “seals” are referring to the rotary engine’s internal sealing components (especially apex seals) that control compression and prevent hot gases from leaking past the rotor. Replacing seals during a rebuild is a common way to restore sealing performance and reduce the chance of internal damage."}},{"startTime":5236.2,"endTime":5240.0,"type":"term","title":"three piece seal","url":"/glossary/three-piece-seal","quote":"I think the issue with them was they had a three piece seal on it and in Colt's start the center one","canonicalId":"term:three-piece-seal","priority":0.72,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “three piece seal” refers to an early rotary apex-seal design where the sealing element is split into multiple segments. Segmenting can make the seal more prone to uneven wear or retention issues, and if a segment wears badly it can come loose and cause serious internal damage.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is talking about an early rotary-engine seal design where the sealing part is made in three segments. If one segment wears out or comes loose, it can lead to worse sealing and potentially damage inside the engine."}},{"startTime":5258.8,"endTime":5260.26,"type":"term","title":"parts made","quote":"but he did say he had to get some parts made","canonicalId":"term:parts-made","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Parts made” suggests sourcing or fabricating hard-to-find components, which is common when rebuilding older or race-prepped engines. When OEM parts are unavailable or superseded, custom-made pieces can be necessary to keep the engine running reliably.","simplifiedExplanation":"This means they had to get special parts made because the original ones weren’t available. That’s common with older or niche race engines."}},{"startTime":5266.4,"endTime":5269.3,"type":"term","title":"automated manual","url":"/glossary/automated-manual","quote":"[5264.8s] it's a semi-automatic\n[5266.4s] or an automated manual it has a\n[5269.3s] you know when you touch the gear lever","canonicalId":"term:automated-manual","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An automated manual is a conventional manual gearbox that’s controlled by actuators—so the car can shift without a human operating the clutch pedal. In rally and motorsport contexts, it’s often used to get consistent shift timing while still using a manual-style gearset.","simplifiedExplanation":"An automated manual is basically a regular manual gearbox, but the car uses motors/actuators to do the clutch and shifting for you. You still move the gear lever, but the car handles the clutch action."}},{"startTime":5269.3,"endTime":5273.7,"type":"term","title":"actuator","url":"/glossary/actuators","quote":"[5269.3s] you know when you touch the gear lever\n[5270.8s] there's an actuator that operates a claw\n[5273.7s]  and","canonicalId":"term:actuator","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In this context, an actuator is the mechanical/electromechanical device that physically moves parts to perform shifting. The speaker describes an actuator that operates the shift mechanism when you move the gear lever."}},{"startTime":5269.3,"endTime":5270.8,"type":"concept","title":"gear lever","url":"/glossary/gear-lever","quote":"[5269.3s] you know when you touch the gear lever\n[5270.8s] there's an actuator that operates a claw\n[5273.7s]  and","canonicalId":"concept:gear-lever","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The gear lever is the driver input used to request a gear change, even in an automated manual. The key idea in the segment is that moving the lever triggers actuators that perform the actual shift.","simplifiedExplanation":"The gear lever is what you move to tell the car you want a different gear. In an automated manual, the car then does the clutch/shifting actions for you."}},{"startTime":5270.8,"endTime":5273.7,"type":"term","title":"claw","url":"/glossary/claw","quote":"[5270.8s] there's an actuator that operates a claw\n[5273.7s]  and\n[5275.6s]  90","canonicalId":"term:claw","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “claw” here refers to the shift mechanism that engages the gearbox’s selected gear. Many automated/manual-style gearboxes use a fork-and-dog style engagement, and the actuator moves the mechanism that “grabs” the gear.","simplifiedExplanation":"The “claw” is the part inside the gearbox that actually grabs and locks into the selected gear. When the actuator moves it, the transmission can engage that gear."}},{"startTime":5299.3,"endTime":5301.7,"type":"term","title":"rpm","url":"/glossary/rpm","quote":"[5296.3s] you don't need one gear\n[5299.3s] they rev to\n[5300.4s] six and a half or 7000","canonicalId":"term:rpm","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"RPM (revolutions per minute) is how fast the engine crankshaft is spinning. When the speaker says the engine revs to “six and a half or 7000,” they’re describing how high the engine speed gets in each gear.","simplifiedExplanation":"RPM tells you how fast the engine is spinning. Higher RPM usually means the engine is working harder, and it often happens when you accelerate or when a gear ratio forces the engine to spin faster."}},{"startTime":5316.3,"endTime":5318.3,"type":"term","title":"rear engine no front engine","url":"/glossary/rear-engine-no-front-engine","quote":"but not much torque down low\nrear engine no front engine\nso the car looks like an Audi","canonicalId":"term:rear-engine-no-front-engine","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.88,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This describes an engine layout where the engine is mounted at the rear of the car, rather than up front. Rear-engine designs can change weight distribution and handling balance compared with front-engine cars.","simplifiedExplanation":"It means the engine sits in the back of the car instead of the front. That changes how the car balances and handles compared with most cars that have the engine up front."}},{"startTime":5318.3,"endTime":5320.1,"type":"brand","title":"Audi","url":"/glossary/audi","quote":"rear engine no front engine\nso the car looks like an Audi\n100 or something","canonicalId":"brand:audi","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Audi is the German car brand being referenced here as a visual comparison. The speaker says the car “looks like an Audi,” then later explains how Volkswagen moved NSU cars into Audi’s lineup.","simplifiedExplanation":"Audi is a German car brand. In this part of the conversation, the speaker uses it as a reference point for how the car looks and how it fits into the Volkswagen group’s brands."}},{"startTime":5332.2,"endTime":5337.4,"type":"term","title":"aerodynamic","url":"/glossary/aerodynamics","quote":"so that the fuller\nrunner of all the aerodynamic\nAudi's","canonicalId":"term:aerodynamic","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Aerodynamic” refers to how well a car’s shape reduces air resistance (drag). The speaker connects the car’s design to Audi’s reputation for very aerodynamic styling.","simplifiedExplanation":"Aerodynamic means the car’s shape helps it cut through air more easily. That can improve efficiency and stability, especially at speed."}},{"startTime":5387.48,"endTime":5389.28,"type":"car","title":"Jaguar Etype","url":"/cars/jaguar/e-type","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/75/1971_Jaguar_E-Type_%2883683%29.jpg","quote":"and I think it was like\nmore than an e-type\nJaguar or something to buy","canonicalId":"car:jaguar:e-type","priority":0.25,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Jaguar E-type (often called the “E-Type”) is a classic British sports car known for its sleek styling and performance reputation. Here it’s used as a reference point for how the speaker thinks the NSU compared in cost and desirability.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Jaguar E-type is a famous classic sports car from Jaguar. In this conversation, it’s mentioned as a comparison for how expensive or special the NSU was.","imageAttribution":"Calreyn88 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":5552.2,"endTime":5558.4,"type":"concept","title":"oil prices hit\nin the early 70's","url":"/glossary/oil-prices-hit-in-the-early-70-s","quote":"and then that whole\n[5554.3s] oil prices hit\n[5556.4s] in the early 70's as well\n[5560.3s] it's weird that you brought up NSU's","canonicalId":"concept:oil-prices-hit-in-the-early-70-s","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The early-1970s oil price shocks made fuel-hungry cars much less attractive to buyers and manufacturers. The speaker connects that market shift to rotary engines’ reputation for higher fuel use, implying the economics turned against them.","simplifiedExplanation":"In the early 1970s, gasoline got much more expensive. That hurt cars that used a lot of fuel, which is why rotary cars—known for higher fuel use—struggled when prices rose."}},{"startTime":5565.6,"endTime":5574.2,"type":"car","title":"Audi TT","url":"/cars/audi/tt","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c5/Audi_TT%2C_TWB_2018%2C_Friedrichshafen_%28OW1A0595%29.jpg","quote":"I was watching a video earlier today about there's a YouTube channel called Haggerty they brought out a video about the Audi TT","canonicalId":"car:audi:tt","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Audi TT is a compact sports coupe/roadster from Audi, known for its distinctive styling and “grand touring” feel. In enthusiast history videos, it often comes up as a modern example of Audi’s design and engineering direction within the Volkswagen Group.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Audi TT is a small sporty Audi with a coupe or roadster body. It’s a popular car to talk about because it shows how Audi builds sporty cars in the modern era.","imageAttribution":"Matti Blume (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":5575.3,"endTime":5585.9,"type":"brand","title":"NSU","url":"/glossary/nsu","quote":"he touched and he touched on the NSU cars because they were obviously acquired by the Volkswagen group","canonicalId":"brand:nsu","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"NSU was a German automaker that predates Audi’s modern lineup and is closely tied to the brand’s early history. The speaker is connecting NSU to the Volkswagen Group acquisition story, and to the origins behind Audi’s heritage branding.","simplifiedExplanation":"NSU was an old German car company that existed long before today’s Audi. The discussion is about how those older companies ended up becoming part of the Volkswagen Group and helped shape Audi’s history."}},{"startTime":5579.9,"endTime":5582.6,"type":"company","title":"Volkswagen group","url":"/glossary/volkswagen-group","quote":"because they were obviously acquired by the Volkswagen group","canonicalId":"company:volkswagen-group","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Volkswagen Group is the large automotive parent company that owns multiple brands, including Audi. In this segment, it’s referenced as the corporate owner that acquired NSU, tying corporate history to brand lineage.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Volkswagen Group is the big company that owns several car brands. Here, it’s mentioned because it acquired older companies like NSU, which helps explain where Audi’s history comes from."}},{"startTime":5591.5,"endTime":5599.7,"type":"brand","title":"Auto Union","url":"/glossary/auto-union","quote":"I think there's Auto Union as well NSU and that's kind of I think that's what it all comes from","canonicalId":"brand:auto-union","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Auto Union is a historic German racing and manufacturing organization that’s part of the lineage behind Audi’s “four rings” identity. 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