HOLIDAY SPECIAL: OG Hoonigans Dan & Zac Join Scotto for a “SURPRISE” Episode of VERY VEHICULAR
About this episode
The holiday special features OG Hoonigans Dan and Zac joining Scotto for a surprise podcast filled with nostalgia and updates on their latest projects. The trio reminisces about their time at Hoonigan, discussing memorable builds like Cole Marrow and Scumbug, while also diving into the challenges and triumphs of automotive projects. They share stories about their favorite builds, the evolution of their work, and the camaraderie that comes from working on cars together. Expect laughter, insights, and a look back at the automotive journey of these enthusiasts.
Scotto takes both Danger Dan and Mister Zachary captive this Christmas eve, thrusting them into the proverbial hotseat on the VERY VEHICULAR HOLIDAY SPECIAL! As you’d expect, they get into some memories from the OG days of Hoonigan as well as fill us in on what mayhem they’re up to lately. If you listen closely, you might even hear the whisperings of … a possible reunion? Stay tuned, and Happy Holidays!
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00:00 - Welcome to the Holiday Special
01:25 - Sponsors: Vyper Industrial, Toyo Tires, Heat Wave
03:54 - Coalmaro: The Project That Burned Us Out
07:11 - Firing Order - Ranking Favourite Hoonigan Builds
13:01 - The G35 and Popping Your Hood Cherry
18:59 - Shit Car, Knuckle Busters, and Drift Mishaps
28:07 - The Four Garage Solution: Pole Barns & Mezzanines
32:53 - Work-Life Balance & All-Nighters at Hoonigan
34:52 - Holiday Wishes & New Projects
36:57 - Boating, Burnouts, and The Qualified Captain
45:01 - Burnyard, Burnout Wars, and SEMA Stories
56:03 - Australian Burnout Culture & Building a Sport
01:00:51 - Drift Appalachia & Backroads Adventures
01:15:07 - Car Projects, Power Builds, and Unfinished Business
01:29:22 - The Next Big Trip: Elements of Danger?
01:35:15 - Wrap-Up & Holiday Farewell
creeper
"As I've gotten older and bigger, I realized I need a better creeper because I've been known to bottom out a few of the cheap ones. Enter Viper's man-sized laydown creeper."
A creeper is a flat platform with wheels that helps mechanics slide under cars to work on them comfortably. It makes it easier to reach parts of the car that are low to the ground.
A creeper is a tool used by mechanics to slide underneath vehicles easily. It typically has a padded surface for comfort and wheels to allow for smooth movement.
Dodge Vipers
"known to bottom out a few of the cheap ones. Enter Viper's man-sized laydown creeper. As expected, they've got great casters just like their stools."
The Dodge Viper is a super-fast sports car that stands out because of its unique shape and powerful engine. It's known for being really fun to drive but can be tricky for beginners.
The Dodge Viper is a high-performance sports car known for its powerful V10 engine and striking design. Produced from 1992 to 2017, it has become a symbol of American muscle and is often discussed for its raw performance and driving experience.
Toyo Open Country AT3
"...because I got some Toyo Open Country AT3s on there. This is a great off-road tire that also performs really well in the snow."
The Toyo Open Country AT3 is a type of tire that works well for driving on rough surfaces and in snowy weather. It has special designs that help it grip the road better.
The Toyo Open Country AT3 is an all-terrain tire designed for off-road performance while also providing good traction in snow and wet conditions. Its 3D multi-wave sipes and lateral grooves enhance grip and stability.
Nissan 350Z
"The 350Z. It's supposed to be a 350Z and we couldn't fit the engine to 350Z."
The Nissan 350Z is a two-door sports car that was made by Nissan. It's known for being fast and fun to drive, which is why many people like it.
The Nissan 350Z is a sports car that was produced by Nissan from 2002 to 2009. It is known for its rear-wheel drive layout and strong performance, making it a popular choice among car enthusiasts.
Dodge Magnum
"I suggested a Dodge Magnum. And that's what I wanted to do. Probably would have been cooler too."
The Dodge Magnum is a type of car called a station wagon, which is similar to a sedan but has more space in the back for carrying things. It was made by Dodge and is known for its sporty look and powerful engine options.
The Dodge Magnum is a full-size station wagon that was produced by Dodge from 2005 to 2008. It is known for its muscular styling and performance-oriented features, making it a unique offering in the wagon segment.
F 600
"...the plan is I want to take that engine out and put it in that F 600 I have."
The F 600 is a type of truck made by Ford. It's strong and can be used for many different jobs, like carrying heavy loads.
The F 600 refers to a model of truck produced by Ford, known for its durability and utility in various applications. It's often used in commercial settings and can be modified for different purposes.
Chevrolet Camaro
"And then Jose wants to put an LS back in the Camaro as the chassis."
The Chevrolet Camaro is a type of car that is known for being fast and sporty. It's often used for racing and has a strong following among car enthusiasts.
The Chevrolet Camaro is a popular American muscle car known for its performance and sporty design. It has been produced in various generations since its introduction in 1966.
LS engine
"And then Jose wants to put an LS back in the Camaro as the chassis."
The LS engine is a powerful type of engine made by General Motors. It's often used in different cars because it's reliable and can make them go faster.
The LS engine is a series of V8 engines produced by General Motors, known for their performance and versatility in various applications, including swaps into other vehicles.
LS
"...which it could be really easily done with just an LS. Yeah. Let's go do it with an LS."
LS engines are powerful V8 engines made by General Motors. They are popular for putting into different cars to make them faster.
The LS refers to a family of V8 engines produced by General Motors, known for their performance and versatility in various applications, including swaps into other vehicles.
Chevrolet Tahoe
"We'll pull the motor out of my Tahoe. You realize it has the gear going to go 200 miles an hour revving to 3,500."
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a large SUV that can carry many passengers and cargo. It's often used for family trips or towing things like trailers.
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a full-size SUV known for its spacious interior and strong towing capacity. It's popular among families and those needing a robust vehicle for various tasks.
tube chassis
"Cause we built the, the tube chassis car, the nocturnal. Chassis, yes, their team. Nocturnal motor works in St. Louis."
A tube chassis is a frame made from pipes that supports a car's body and components. It's strong and light, making it great for racing or custom cars.
A tube chassis is a type of vehicle frame made from tubular steel or aluminum, providing a lightweight yet strong structure. It's commonly used in custom-built race cars and off-road vehicles for its rigidity and ability to be tailored to specific designs.
Nocturnal Motor Works
"Nocturnal motor works in St. Louis. Me and my buddy built a tube chassis car."
Nocturnal Motor Works is a car shop in St. Louis that builds and modifies cars, often focusing on performance and custom designs.
Nocturnal Motor Works is a custom automotive shop located in St. Louis, known for building unique vehicles and modifications, particularly in the realm of racing and performance cars.
Mazda Miata
"Do a Miata? I love Miata's."
The Mazda Miata is a small sports car that's fun to drive. It's known for being light and easy to handle, which makes it a favorite for many car lovers.
The Mazda Miata is a lightweight two-seater sports car known for its excellent handling and fun driving experience. It's often praised for its simplicity and affordability, making it a popular choice among car enthusiasts.
Mazda MX-5 Miata
"I'm a huge Miata fan. I mean, that thing lived through everything. It still lives, right?"
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a small sports car that is very popular among car enthusiasts. It's known for being fun to drive and is often praised for its design and performance.
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a lightweight two-seater sports car known for its excellent handling and fun driving experience. It has a long history and is celebrated for its affordability and reliability.
Infiniti G35
"Basically totaled that G 35 by hitting it with shark cart. Oh man. You remember the G 35?"
The Infiniti G35 is a car made by the luxury brand Infiniti. It's known for being sporty and stylish, and it was made between 2002 and 2007.
The Infiniti G35 is a luxury sports sedan that was produced by Nissan's Infiniti division from 2002 to 2007. It is known for its performance, stylish design, and rear-wheel-drive layout, making it popular among driving enthusiasts.
Audi Quattro
"I had just gotten the Audi coupe Quattro running during the beginning of the pandemic. I opened up the door, I pulled the car out, undid the hood pins, checked the oil..."
The Audi Coupe Quattro is a type of car that is designed for sporty driving and has a special system that helps it grip the road better, especially in bad weather.
The Audi Coupe Quattro is a sporty coupe known for its all-wheel-drive system and performance capabilities. It was part of Audi's Quattro line, which emphasizes handling and traction, especially in challenging driving conditions.
Renault Wind
"...ins, started driving down the block and a gust of wind came up the alleyway."
The Renault Wind is a small car that can turn into a convertible, meaning you can drive it with the top down. It's designed for fun driving, especially on nice days.
The Renault Wind is a compact convertible sports car that was produced between 2010 and 2012. Its unique folding roof design and sporty handling make it an interesting topic for discussions about small, fun cars.
metal flake paint
"It was funny because like it, like it just got in this paint job and then they did like a metal flake roof and it like shattered the windshield."
Metal flake paint is a special kind of car paint that has tiny shiny bits in it, which makes the car look sparkly and eye-catching in the sunlight.
Metal flake paint is a type of automotive paint that contains small metallic particles, giving the surface a shimmering effect when light hits it. It's often used to enhance the visual appeal of a vehicle's finish.
intercooler piping
"It's just intercooler piping for 90 feet. Wait, wait."
Intercooler piping helps cool down the air that goes into the engine after it's been compressed by the turbo. Cooler air is better for performance because it helps the engine run more efficiently.
Intercooler piping is a component of a turbocharged engine's cooling system. It connects the turbocharger to the intercooler and then to the engine, helping to reduce the temperature of the compressed air before it enters the engine for combustion.
taxes
"Otherwise you're going to have to pay taxes on it. And we were like, where are the taxes?"
Taxes are extra money you have to pay when you bring a car into a country. They are based on how much the car is worth.
Taxes on imported vehicles can include customs duties, sales tax, and other fees that are assessed based on the vehicle's value and the regulations of the importing country.
enclosed trailer
"So I get there and there's like an enclosed trailer and they're lowering that enclosed carrier."
An enclosed trailer is a covered vehicle used to transport things like cars. It keeps them safe from rain and dirt while they're being moved.
An enclosed trailer is a type of transport vehicle that is fully covered, providing protection for the cargo inside, such as cars, from weather and road debris during transport.
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
"...a 1955 yellow. Going gold. And it wasn't a goal wing. It was the, it was the convertible version, but it wasn't actually a goal wing."
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is a famous car from the 1950s, known for its unique doors that open upwards. There was also a convertible version that doesn't have these doors but is still very popular.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is a classic sports car known for its distinctive gullwing doors and was produced in the 1950s. The convertible version, often referred to as the Roadster, is also highly sought after by collectors.
Bugatti
"...like one of those no touch deliveries come like when you buy a Bugatti..."
Bugatti is a brand that makes very expensive and fast cars. They are known for being some of the best and most luxurious cars in the world.
Bugatti is a luxury automobile manufacturer known for producing high-performance hypercars. The brand is synonymous with exclusivity and advanced engineering, often featuring cutting-edge technology and design.
insurance
"...I called Demars and I was like, Hey, as well, you know, there's a car in here worth about four or five million dollars. He's like, the insurance doesn't cover it."
Insurance helps protect you from losing money if something happens to your car, like it getting damaged or stolen. For very expensive cars, you might need special insurance to cover their high value.
Insurance is a financial product that provides protection against potential future losses, such as damage or theft of a vehicle. In the context of high-value cars, specialized insurance may be required to cover their full value.
roll cage
"...but I built the roll cage and I trusted it 200 miles an hour on its lid. It would have always been cool to have put a big tire on that thing..."
A roll cage is a strong frame inside a car that helps keep people safe if the car flips over. It makes the car sturdier and protects the passengers during a crash.
A roll cage is a safety feature in a vehicle, designed to protect occupants in the event of a rollover or crash. It provides structural support and helps maintain the integrity of the passenger compartment during an accident.
drift car
"And all the other stuff was a conglomerate of things that I didn't like for a drift car. It's funny."
A drift car is a type of car made to slide sideways while driving, which is a popular style in motorsports. These cars are often modified to help them slide better around corners.
A drift car is a vehicle specifically modified or designed to perform drifting, which is a driving technique where the driver intentionally oversteers, causing loss of traction in the rear wheels while maintaining control through turns.
braking
"The braking sucked. Okay."
Braking is how a car slows down or stops. It involves parts that squeeze the wheels to make them stop turning. If the braking is bad, it means the car doesn't stop well.
Braking refers to the system that slows down or stops a vehicle. It can involve various components like brake pads, rotors, and calipers, and performance can vary based on the car's design and modifications.
power delivery
"The power delivery was wrong. You know, it's Ron's favorite car in terms of cars to drive."
Power delivery is how a car's engine sends power to its wheels. It can change how quickly the car speeds up and how it feels when you press the gas pedal.
Power delivery refers to how the engine's power is transmitted to the wheels. It affects acceleration and overall driving experience, influencing how responsive a car feels during acceleration.
differential
"After you get, when you get the right diff combination, that was part of it."
A differential is a part of a car that helps the wheels turn at different speeds, which is important when going around corners. It helps the car handle better and stay stable.
A differential is a mechanical component that allows wheels to rotate at different speeds, especially during turns. It plays a crucial role in handling and traction, particularly in performance and racing applications.
BMW E36S
"...we did that project to try to promote the idea of E36s in drifting because no one was using E36s. They're so good."
The BMW E36 is a model of the 3 Series that was made between 1990 and 1997. It's well-liked for its good handling and is often used in car racing, especially drifting.
The BMW E36 is the third generation of the BMW 3 Series, produced from 1990 to 1997. It is known for its balanced handling and has become popular in motorsports, particularly drifting.
BMW M3
"...$2,000 E36 M3, like that doesn't exist anymore."
The BMW E36 M3 is a special version of the BMW 3 Series made for performance. It was built in the 1990s and is loved for its speed and handling, especially by people who enjoy drifting.
The BMW E36 M3 is a high-performance version of the BMW 3 Series produced from 1992 to 1999. It is known for its sporty handling and powerful inline-six engine, making it a popular choice among car enthusiasts and drifters.
BMW 318
"...Shit car was a 318. No, no, no. That was a 328. Was it? Yeah. 318 is the short ones..."
The BMW 318 is a smaller car in the BMW lineup, part of the 3 Series. It's designed to be fun to drive while still being practical for everyday use.
The BMW 318 is a model from the BMW 3 Series, known for its compact size and sporty handling. It's often appreciated for its balance of performance and practicality.
BMW 328
"...Shit car was a 318. No, no, no. That was a 328. Was it? Yeah..."
The BMW 328 is a slightly larger and more powerful version of the 318, also part of the 3 Series. It offers a sportier driving experience and more features.
The BMW 328 is another model from the BMW 3 Series, typically offering more power and features compared to the 318. It's known for its sporty performance and luxury features.
Fiat 600S
"...drafting. Like, you know, you got guys in like S 600s just on the bumper of somebody just let's fuck i..."
The Fiat 600 is a small, cute car that was popular a long time ago. It's known for being easy to drive and park in tight spaces, making it great for city life.
The Fiat 600 is a classic city car that was produced from 1955 to 1969, known for its compact size and efficiency. It played a significant role in making car ownership accessible in post-war Europe, often discussed for its charming design and historical significance.
Volkswagen Vanagon
"...it's a 1990 Vanagon."
The Volkswagen Vanagon is a type of van that people often use for camping or traveling. It has a lot of room inside and can be customized with different features to make it comfortable for trips.
The Volkswagen Vanagon is a versatile van that was produced from 1979 to 1992, known for its spacious interior and distinctive boxy shape. It's popular among enthusiasts for camping and road trips due to its ample space and ability to be outfitted with various amenities.
Ford Mustang
"...ent stuff. You know, obviously Vaughn built that Mustang back in the day. And like I've seen them out on ..."
The Ford Mustang is a popular sports car that people love for its speed and cool looks. It's been around for a long time and is often talked about because it's a classic American car that many people admire.
The Ford Mustang is an iconic American muscle car that has been in production since 1964. Known for its powerful performance and distinctive styling, it has become a symbol of freedom and youth culture, making it a frequent topic in automotive discussions.
Chevrolet C8
"...tain is something different. And then seeing the C8 this year with Matt Field was, I mean, the sound ..."
The Chevrolet Corvette is a fast and stylish sports car that many people dream of owning. The newest version, called the C8, has its engine in the middle, which helps it drive better and go faster.
The Chevrolet Corvette is a high-performance sports car that has been a staple of American automotive engineering since 1953. The latest generation, known as the C8, features a mid-engine layout, which enhances its handling and performance, making it a hot topic among car enthusiasts.
Buick Grand Sport
"Yeah, got the second one. I had that Grand Sport for a while. I sold that to Freddie LSX. OK."
The Buick Gran Sport is a classic car that was made to be faster and sportier than regular Buicks. It's loved by car collectors for its powerful engine and cool design.
The Buick Gran Sport is a performance-oriented version of the Buick Skylark, produced primarily in the 1960s and 1970s. It is notable for its powerful engines and sporty features, making it a sought-after classic among collectors.
Ford Explorer
"Oh, you. Oh, that. We drove the frigging Explorer with no windshield. Now you went on that one."
The Ford Explorer is a big family car that can carry a lot of people and stuff. It's popular because it's comfortable and can handle different types of driving, like going off-road.
The Ford Explorer is a midsize SUV that has been a popular choice for families since its introduction in 1990. Known for its spacious interior and versatile capabilities, it is often discussed in the context of family-friendly vehicles and off-road adventures.
Ford Bronco
"...ething into a pool than it is to drive a fucking Bronco into it or an Explorer with no windshield. Oh, y..."
The Ford Bronco is a tough SUV that's great for driving off the beaten path. It's known for its cool design and ability to handle rough terrain, which makes it exciting for outdoor adventures.
The Ford Bronco is a rugged SUV that has gained a cult following since its debut in the 1960s. Recently reintroduced, it is celebrated for its off-road capabilities and retro styling, making it a hot topic among adventure enthusiasts.
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