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Altered Customs is a custom shop mentioned in the episode. The hosts say they’ve partnered with the owner and are combining efforts with another shop to see what they can build or accomplish together.

Kendig is referenced as a place/area the speaker is near (“closer to uh Kendig?”). In automotive circles, “Kendig” is commonly associated with the Kendig family and their custom/repair work, so this likely points to a regional custom-shop ecosystem rather than a specific car part.

“Turnkey” means a property is ready to use as-is, with the necessary setup already done. In this context, they’re talking about a house/shop setup that could be used immediately for automotive work or storage without major additional build-out.

“LS motor” refers to General Motors’ LS-series V8 engines (like the LS1/LS2/LS3 families). These engines are popular for swaps because they’re compact, make good power, and have strong aftermarket support for wiring, cooling, and tuning.

An “aftermarket chassis” is a replacement or custom frame made by a specialty manufacturer rather than the original factory frame. These are often used for modernized builds to improve fitment, strength, suspension geometry, and ease of integrating an engine/transmission.

“Small block Chevy” is a common nickname for Chevrolet’s compact V8 engine family (the classic SBC). It’s one of the most swapped and supported engines in hot-rodding, with huge availability of parts for everything from cruising builds to performance upgrades.

The “57 BelAir” refers to a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, a classic full-size Chevrolet from the late-1950s. It’s popular with collectors because of its iconic styling and strong aftermarket support for restoration and parts.

The Chevrolet El Camino is a “car-based pickup” that blends the look and ride of a passenger car with a pickup-style bed. Collectors often like them for their styling and the variety of engine/transmission options depending on year.

A “shop tour” is a walkthrough of a garage or restoration facility, often showing current projects, tools, and how work is organized. In car culture, it’s a way to understand what’s being built and the kind of work the shop specializes in.

A restomod is a restoration that keeps the classic look but updates the car with modern components or systems for better drivability and reliability. In this segment, the hosts talk about doing “fab work,” paint/body, and mechanical/electrical work, which is the kind of multi-discipline approach often used on restomods.

“Fab work” refers to fabrication—custom metalwork or parts made to fit a specific project. In a shop context, it often means building brackets, patching or modifying body structures, or making custom components for the mechanical/electrical setup.

“Mechanical” refers to the car’s functional systems like engine/transmission-related components, suspension, brakes, and driveline work. Mentioning mechanical alongside electrical implies the shop handles both how the car moves and how it’s controlled.

“Electrical” work covers wiring, sensors, lighting, and control systems—often including troubleshooting and upgrades for modern components. In restoration/custom builds, electrical integration is a major part of making everything work reliably.

“Body” work typically covers sheet metal repair, panel alignment, rust repair, and structural or cosmetic restoration. In combination with fab, paint, and mechanical/electrical tasks, it suggests a comprehensive build rather than a single-system job.

Paint work is more than just color—it includes prep, bodywork, priming, and clearcoat to protect the metal and achieve the desired finish. When a shop lists paint alongside body and mechanical/electrical work, it usually signals a full restoration or customization workflow.

“Seems Impossible” is referenced as the name of an upholstery shop or specialist. The hosts describe him as “very good” and connect it to upholstery work “around the mountain,” implying a regional reputation for that craft.

Sculpt Garage is named as one of the upholstery-related shops the host has used in Texas. The context suggests the episode is about finding specialized local shops to handle different parts of a restoration/custom build.

MTI is mentioned alongside Sculpt Garage as a Texas shop the host credits for upholstery work. The segment frames these as the reason they stopped looking elsewhere for that specific service.

“Original hardware” and “very pure, very original” reflect a preservation mindset—keeping the car close to factory specifications rather than changing major components or the overall character. This is often contrasted with restomods or pro-touring builds that update parts and styling for modern performance. The hosts are weighing paint/interior refreshes against preserving originality.

A V12 is an engine with 12 cylinders arranged in a “V” shape, typically producing smooth power and strong character. In this segment, the speaker is guessing whether the Jaguar has a V12, which would be a major clue to the car’s exact model and performance profile.

“N line six” appears to refer to a six-cylinder engine variant (likely a specific Jaguar engine family or trim-related naming). The speaker is listing possibilities for the Jaguar’s engine, so the key takeaway is that the exact cylinder count/configuration matters for identifying the car. However, the transcript wording is unclear, so the exact engine designation can’t be confirmed from this excerpt alone.

A manual transmission means the driver selects gears using a clutch and gear lever, rather than relying on an automatic gearbox. In enthusiast circles, “manual” is often associated with more direct driver engagement and can also affect how a specific car is valued and identified. Here, the hosts confirm the Jaguar is manual.

“Custom colors” refers to paint work tailored to a specific color formula or customer preference, rather than off-the-shelf factory shades. The hosts also mention keeping colors “as they were,” which implies color matching and preserving the original look.

NHRA is the National Hot Rod Association, and the “Four-Wide Nationals” is a drag-racing format where four cars race side-by-side in the same round. It’s a spectacle because it increases the number of simultaneous matchups and makes lane-to-lane differences more obvious.

ZMax Dragway is a drag strip in Concord, North Carolina, used for NHRA events like the Four-Wide Nationals. Track layout and surface condition can affect traction and consistency, which matters a lot in drag racing.

Formula One (F1) is the top level of open-wheel racing, run by the FIA, with races across the world. The hosts mention its schedule being paused and then resuming, which is a reminder that global events can impact motorsport calendars.

Long Beach refers to the Long Beach Grand Prix, a well-known street-circuit event on the calendar for Formula One. Street circuits have unique characteristics—tight corners and barriers—that make setup and tire management especially important.

The Indianapolis road course is a road-racing configuration at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, used for major open-wheel events. Road courses emphasize braking stability, traction out of corners, and consistent lap times rather than straight-line acceleration alone.

The Indy 500 (Indianapolis 500) is a premier open-wheel race held at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, typically in late May. The hosts mention testing and running as a lead-in to the Indy 500, which is when teams refine setups and evaluate performance.

The hosts are referencing NASCAR, a stock-car racing series in the U.S. When they say “NASCAR boys,” they mean the fans/competitors associated with that racing world and its events.

Talladega refers to Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama, one of NASCAR’s most famous tracks. It’s known for high speeds and close racing, which is why the hosts emphasize it as a “massive racetrack.”

O’Reilly is a motorsports-related brand name used in NASCAR TV/series sponsorship contexts. In the segment, it’s mentioned alongside “Big Cup guys,” implying a scheduled race broadcast/coverage tied to that branding.

“Big Cup” is a common shorthand for NASCAR’s top-tier series (the Cup Series). The hosts are using the nickname to refer to the main NASCAR event/coverage timing.

The segment mentions a “lawnmowerracing event,” which refers to organized racing using modified lawn tractors/ride-on mowers. It’s a grassroots motorsports category that often runs on local tracks and draws community competitors.

WRD Motor Raceway is the track/venue where the “Slingin’ Dirt Nationals” are taking place, according to the hosts. It’s mentioned as part of the Mid-America Motor Racing Series event schedule.

The Mid-America Motor Racing Series (MAMRS) is a regional short-track racing series. The hosts connect it to a specific event name (“Slingin’ Dirt Nationals”) and a venue (WRD Motor Raceway), highlighting the local racing ecosystem.

Kansas is mentioned as a possible location for the “big track” where the announcer is working. In motorsports context, this points to larger regional venues rather than the local tracks they’ve been discussing.

In the early days of automobiles, many engines were started with a hand crank. It was physically demanding and could be dangerous if the engine kicked back or started unexpectedly, which is why safer starting methods became a priority.

An electric starter is a motor that turns the engine over at the push of a button, replacing hand-cranking. The episode ties its development to reducing injuries and making cars easier and safer to start.

The Carter Car Company is mentioned as the employer of Brian Carter, whose injuries from using a hand crank are cited as a motivation for developing the electric starter. It provides historical context for why the electric starter mattered.

Cadillac is described as one of the first companies to adopt Kettering’s electric starter. The episode uses Cadillac to illustrate how quickly major automakers moved to safer starting systems once the technology worked.

Gilco is referenced as the company Charles Kettering ended up creating in connection with developing the electric starter. The name is used to show how the electric-starter idea moved from invention into a real production/technology effort.

Emission standards are government limits on how much pollution vehicles can produce. The transcript frames public concern over pollution as a driver for stricter standards, which then forced changes in engine design and emissions equipment.

EPA stands for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The transcript links the EPA to the Clean Air Act and emission rules that drove adoption of emissions hardware and cleaner engine calibration.

The Clean Air Act is a major U.S. federal law that regulates air pollution. In the transcript, it’s tied to the EPA and stricter emission standards, which directly influenced how cars are engineered (like cleaner engines and emissions controls).

Catalytic converters are exhaust components that reduce harmful emissions by converting pollutants into less harmful gases. The transcript connects them to stricter emission standards and cleaner engines.

Muscle cars are performance-focused American cars that became popular in the mid-20th century, often with large engines and relatively simple emissions setups. The transcript claims that new emissions rules helped “kill off” muscle cars by making it harder to keep big, high-output engines compliant.

Turbocharging uses exhaust gases to spin a turbine that forces more air into the engine, allowing more power from a given engine size. The transcript highlights an early mass-produced turbocharged car as a turning point in U.S. automotive history.

An aluminum V8 engine refers to an engine block and/or major components made from aluminum, which can reduce weight compared with cast iron. The transcript uses this to describe the specific early turbo V8 being discussed.

The Volvo OV4 is cited here as the first car Volvo produced, coming off the assembly line with about 280 built in its first year. It’s an early example of Volvo’s move toward practical, durable vehicles.

A three-point seatbelt is a safety restraint that secures the occupant with one strap across the chest and another across the hips. Compared with older lap belts, it spreads crash forces more effectively and helps reduce serious injuries.

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL “Gullwing” is an iconic 1954-era sports car known for its distinctive upward-opening gullwing doors. The episode highlights its advanced engineering for the time, including fuel injection, which helped it deliver impressive performance.

Fuel injection is a method of delivering fuel to the engine using electronically or mechanically controlled injectors rather than a carburetor. In the 1950s, it was relatively rare, and it generally improved fuel metering and throttle response compared with carbureted setups.

A car radio is an in-vehicle entertainment system that became a luxury feature before it was common. The episode frames the early demonstration as a turning point toward “mobile entertainment hubs,” which is essentially what modern infotainment systems evolved into.

The episode credits Motorola—originally known as Galvin Manufacturing—with producing an early commercially viable car radio. This is a notable moment because it links the rise of consumer electronics to automotive convenience features.

The phrase “mobile entertainment hubs” describes how cars evolved from transportation-only machines into places for media and lifestyle features. It’s a conceptual bridge from early car radios to today’s infotainment-centered dashboards.

The host is referencing Blaupunkt, a long-running automotive audio brand. The discussion frames it as an early example of companies “putting stuff into cars,” dating back to the early 1950s.

“Warranty work” authorization is the dealership’s permission to perform repairs covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. In this case, the lawsuit claims that authorization was canceled in retaliation for negotiating higher reimbursement rates for labor and parts.

Bugatti is at the center of a dealership-warranty dispute described in the segment. The complaint alleges Bugatti of the Americas wrongfully canceled the dealership’s right to perform warranty work after the store requested higher labor reimbursement rates.

Direct-to-customers sales means selling vehicles (or arranging sales) without routing through the traditional dealer channel. The segment says the lawsuit includes a claim of “illegal direct-to-customers sales,” tying it to alleged dealer agreement breaches and discriminatory allocation.

A labor reimbursement rate is what the manufacturer pays the dealership for warranty labor (typically expressed as a $/hour figure). The segment describes negotiations and approvals around increasing that rate, then later alleges the authorization was revoked due to excessive labor and parts markup.

Parts markup refers to the additional amount a dealer charges on top of the manufacturer’s cost for parts used in repairs. The segment claims Bugatti cited “excessive labor and parts markup” as the reason it would no longer authorize the store to do warranty work.

The hosts are describing a pet-focused accessory strategy—making car add-ons for pet owners. This is an example of automakers expanding beyond vehicle sales into lifestyle and accessory ecosystems.

Mopar is the Chrysler Group brand name used for parts, accessories, and service. In practice, it’s how Stellantis sells official components and dealer-backed add-ons for many Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles.

Automated car washes can cause fine paint damage from brushes, rollers, and debris. The hosts are using this as a motivation for paint-protection or correction services to reduce visible scuffs and scratches.

Radar detectors are electronic devices that alert drivers to radar signals used by law enforcement. They’re often marketed as safety/awareness tools, though legality and allowed use vary by state and country.

John Gray is referenced as someone who can provide an “honest opinion” on which protection products to choose and help with options and pricing. In this segment, he’s positioned as a knowledgeable advisor rather than a salesperson pushing unnecessary add-ons.

“Protection products” refers to aftermarket products/services intended to protect a vehicle’s surfaces—commonly paint protection films, ceramic coatings, or similar protective layers. The segment emphasizes choosing the right option based on pricing and needs.

A “state-of-the-art shop” implies the business uses modern tools, processes, and materials to perform vehicle protection or detailing work. In practice, this often matters because prep work and application quality strongly affect how long protection lasts.

Bill Sites is mentioned as someone who can guide you through ordering a custom hand-painted illustration of your car. This is a customization service tied to car ownership rather than a mechanical upgrade.