Dialed In Podcast: May 29th, 2026
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Dialed In Podcast: May 29th, 2026
Term

tow camber

Camber is how tilted your wheels are when you look at them from the front. The host is saying they adjusted that setting as part of the alignment. The goal is better grip in turns and less uneven tire wear.

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coilovers

Coilovers are suspension parts that let you adjust how high or low the car sits. They also help you tune how the car rides and handles. The host is saying you could use coilovers (or springs) to get a similar setup.

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springs

Springs are what support the car and help it absorb bumps. If you change them, the car can sit differently and handle differently. The host is suggesting springs as another way to get the look and feel they want.

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TPMS

TPMS means a system that checks your tire pressure. It uses sensors in the wheels and warns you if a tire isn’t inflated correctly. If you change wheels, you may need new sensors too.

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mountain balance

Mount and balance means putting the tire onto the wheel and then adjusting it so the tire spins evenly. If it’s not balanced, you can get vibration while driving. Some people do this themselves if they have the tools.

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10 mil spacer

A wheel spacer is a thin piece that goes between the wheel and the car’s hub. It pushes the wheel outward a little so it lines up better and clears parts. “10 mil” is just a very small thickness measurement.

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five-inch polishers

A five-inch polisher is a paint-cleaning machine that uses a five-inch pad. The pad size changes how the polish works and how easy it is to cover the paint evenly. It’s a common size for car detailing.

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manual trigger lock

A manual trigger lock is a safety feature on a power tool. It helps prevent accidental starts and can keep the tool running without you constantly holding the trigger.

Brand

Bosch

Bosch is a well-known maker of power tools. Here they’re talking about Bosch’s cordless polisher and how it feels in use, like whether it vibrates too much.

Brand

bar jack

Bar Jack is a tool brand being discussed for a small polisher. The host doesn’t think it’s very good and compares it to other low-cost tools made overseas.

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three inch polisher

A three-inch polisher is a small polishing machine. The smaller pad helps you reach and control polishing in tight spots on a car.

Brand

shine mate

Shine Mate is another brand of car detailing tools. The host is saying it might be a step up from the Bar Jack option.

Brand

Griot's corded

Griot’s Garage makes car detailing tools. They’re saying that if you don’t want cordless, a corded Griot’s polisher is a good choice.

Brand

Rupes corded

Rupes makes car detailing machines, like polishers. The host is saying Rupes is the kind of brand you’d pick if you choose a corded polisher.

Brand

Mirka

Mirka is a brand that makes car finishing products and tools. They’re saying Mirka is the better pick if the budget allows.

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GD4RS

GD4RS sounds like the name/model of a tool being discussed. The host says they only tried it briefly, so they’re still judging whether it’s as good as they hoped.

Plymouth Cuda
Car

Plymouth Cuda

The Plymouth 1970 Cuda is a classic American muscle car from 1970. The host is talking about a modified “restored but modernized” version instead of a completely original one.

Concept

RestoMod

RestoMod means “restore and modify.” It’s when you keep the classic car’s character, but upgrade it with newer tech so it drives better and feels more modern.

Ford Bronco
Car

Ford Bronco

The Ford Bronco is a classic American SUV with a reputation for off-road capability. The host thinks an older one would be cool, but they’re not interested enough to buy one.

Porsche 911
Car

Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 is a famous sports car from Porsche, known for its distinctive shape and rear-engine layout. The host says an older 911 is the kind of vintage car they’d actually go for.

Audi RS 6
Car

Audi RS 6

The Audi RS 6 is a fast, performance version of the RS 6 wagon. The host likes the idea of it, but thinks it may not feel as fun to drive as they want.

Term

understeer

Understeer is when you turn the steering wheel but the car doesn’t rotate into the turn the way you expect. It feels like the front end is “pushing” straight instead of turning.

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steering's pretty numb

When someone says steering feels “numb,” they mean it doesn’t give much feedback. You don’t feel the road and the car’s grip clearly through the wheel.

Audi
Car

Audi

Audi is the car brand the host has owned and driven before. They’re saying Audi cars can look and sound nice, but they don’t always feel very fun or connected while driving.

Term

orifice

An orifice is basically the opening in the nozzle. Its size affects how the soap comes out—too small or too large can lead to poor foam.

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foam cannon

A foam cannon is a tool you attach to a pressure washer that sprays soap as thick foam. Changing the nozzle size can change how foamy (and how well) it sprays.

Concept

rinseless wash

A rinseless wash is a way to clean your car with little to no water rinsing. You spray the cleaner on the paint and wipe it off, which helps when you can’t easily wash and rinse.

Tesla Model S Plaid
Car

Tesla Model S Plaid

The Tesla Model S Plaid is the fast, high-performance version of Tesla’s Model S sedan. The host is talking about how newer Plaids tend to have newer “hardware” inside, and that changes what you get. They also use that to explain why newer cars cost more.

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hardware three

“Hardware three” is the host’s way of saying there are different versions of the car’s internal electronics. Tesla may update those parts during production, so two cars with the same name can have different capabilities. In practice, newer hardware can mean better features or performance of the car’s tech.

Concept

constantly making changes to cars as they're produced

The host is saying Tesla updates cars during production, not only at big refresh moments. So a newer car can have different internal parts even if the model name stays the same. That’s why they prefer later production years.

Term

hardware four

“Hardware four” means a newer version of the car’s internal electronics. The host is trying to find a newer Model S so it has the latest tech version. That’s why they focus on certain model years and mileage.

Concept

depreciate substantially in value

They’re talking about how much a car’s price might drop over time. Their plan depends on whether the newer 2026 cars make the older ones get cheaper quickly.

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lift

Here, “lift” means the machine that raises the car off the ground so you can work underneath it. They want the floor around it to be tiled so spills and fluids are easier to manage.

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argolith tiles

Argolith tiles are a type of flooring tile the host wants to try in their garage. They’re testing how well the tiles work around a car lift and for handling things like spills.

Topic

SEMA

SEMA is a big trade show where companies show off aftermarket parts and custom-car products. The host saw the tiles there and decided to try them at home.

Term

underdrive

Underdrive means powering the LEDs a bit less than their maximum. That usually makes them run cooler, last longer, and can be more efficient.

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lumens per watt

It’s a way to measure how efficient the lights are. Higher lumens-per-watt means you get more brightness without using as much electricity.

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LED lot life

It’s basically how long those LED lights are expected to last. Over time, LEDs can get dim or fail, so “lot life” is the lifespan expectation.

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bed liner

A bed liner is the protective coating inside a truck bed. It helps prevent damage, and if it’s matte, you have to use the right products so it doesn’t get shiny or uneven over time.

Ram 1500
Car

Ram 1500

The Ram 1500 is a popular full-size pickup truck. Here it’s being used as an example of a truck bed that got a spray-on liner and a roll-up cover, which changes how you keep the finish looking good.

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hyperdressing

Hyperdressing is a type of protective coating product. The idea is to make the matte liner look good again, but the host warns it can make things a little slippery.

Lotus Amira
Car

Lotus Amira

The Lotus Emira is a sports car made for driving enjoyment. It’s the kind of car people buy when they want something light and fun rather than a family-focused vehicle. In the episode, it’s mentioned because someone is adding one to their collection.

Porsche Carrera T
Term

plugged in nonstop

Leaving an EV plugged in continuously is a common ownership question because it affects battery temperature and charge state. The hosts are specifically wondering how the battery performs after years of nonstop connection, which relates to how EVs handle long-term charging management.

Term

smartness of charging

“Smart” charging refers to the car’s battery management and charging-control logic that optimizes how power is delivered to the pack. The idea is that leaving the car plugged in for long periods lets the system manage charge levels and reduce stress on the battery.

Model S
Car

Model S

The Tesla Model S is an electric car. Here they’re talking about whether Tesla is stopping production and what that could mean for the car going forward.

Company

NPD

NPD is the name of a business the host met with in Ocala. The transcript doesn’t explain exactly what the company does, but it’s connected to the host’s world.

Term

radar detectors

A radar detector is a gadget that listens for police radar signals. When it detects them, it alerts you so you can slow down.

BMW M3
Car

BMW M3

The BMW M3 is a performance-focused version of the BMW 3 Series. It’s designed to be quicker and more driver-oriented than the regular model. Here, it’s mentioned because the owner is planning to install a highway driving safety/electronics add-on in their M3.

Term

aerial

Here, “aerial” likely means the antenna part of the radar detector. It’s what picks up the radar signals before the detector alerts you.

Brand

Vortex radar

“Vortex radar” sounds like a radar-detector recommendation source. The host is saying they’d follow what that source suggests.

Brand

red line 360

“Red line 360” is a particular radar detector model. The host likes it because it performs well in tests and is easy to standardize across multiple cars.

BMW E46
Car

BMW E46

A BMW E46 is a specific generation of the BMW 3 Series (from the late ’90s/early 2000s). The host is talking about working on one—especially the brakes—and waiting for other parts to finish the job.

S2000
Car

S2000

The Honda S2000 is a sporty Honda roadster. The host is basically saying they’ll pause work on it for a bit and focus on another car first.

1M
Car

1M

The BMW 1M is a special, limited BMW meant for driving fun. The host is saying they’ll get back to working on it soon.

Part

exhaust header

An exhaust header is part of the exhaust system that collects the exhaust gases from the engine. Upgrading it can help the engine breathe better and can change performance.

Part

air box

The airbox is the part that holds the air filter and helps route air into the engine. Modifying it can change how the engine gets air.

GT3 RS
Car

GT3 RS

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a high-performance, track-oriented 911. They’re talking about timing a paint job relative to that car.

Model Y performance
Car

Model Y performance

The Tesla Model Y Performance is a faster, sportier version of the Model Y. They’re talking about how a license-plate frame would look on it.

Term

OG plate frame

An “OG plate frame” just means a particular style of license-plate holder the host likes. They’re deciding if it will look good on their car.

Term

destination of G

This sounds like a named driving event or plan the host uses. They’re debating whether to do it again and how they’d want to personalize it.

Term

Resonix sound deadening

Resonix is a product used to quiet the car. It helps reduce annoying noises inside by damping vibrations in the body panels.

Model 3
Car

Model 3

They’re talking about a Tesla Model 3. They think wider tires will help with how the tire sits (less “stretch”) and likely improve traction and stability.

Term

stretch

“Stretch” means the tire sidewall looks pulled tight because the tire is mounted on a wheel that’s a bit wider than what the tire normally likes. People change tire sizes to reduce that look and feel.

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rub

“Rub” refers to tires contacting nearby suspension components or the wheel well during steering or suspension travel. When increasing tire width, rubbing is a key fitment risk that can force changes to wheel offset, suspension height, or tire size.

Term

305

“305” is the tire width in millimeters. A wider rear tire can help with grip and the look, but it can also cause clearance problems.

Term

265

“265” is the tire width in millimeters for the front. It’s part of a plan to run different tire widths front and rear to change grip and the tire’s shape.

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stance

“Stance” is how the car sits—how low it looks and how the wheels line up with the fenders. They’re worried that bigger tires might mess with that look or cause rubbing.

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