{"version":"1.1.0","producer":"fm.getcarcurious","layer":"official","episode":{"title":"Under The Hood Your Live Car Questions Answered Now","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/under-the-hood-your-live-car-questions-answered-now","audioUrl":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/underthehoodshow/2279.mp3?dest-id=709129","description":"19 Challenger hoping up the cam Using a Battery Tender 19 Jeep Compass E15 or no? 72 Chevy 350 flutters on acceleration 20 Buick Envision knock sound not the engine 08 Saturn View Power cuts off when cranking it up The after show interviewing Shannon's friends from the ARA Auto Recycling Association live in the studio with us today."},"annotations":[{"id":444218,"startTime":183.81,"endTime":189.93,"type":"car","title":"Ford Mustang","url":"/cars/ford/mustang","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/2024_Ford_Mustang%2C_LaSalle%2C_Ontario%2C_2025-06-28.jpg","quote":"...ng them done. 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The question here is whether turning that system off (deleting MDS) helps with lifter problems."}},{"id":444226,"startTime":266.7,"endTime":276.4,"type":"term","title":"cam","url":"/glossary/cam","quote":"So my question is, [266.7s] if I change the cam and lifters and delete the MDS, that multiple displacement system, will that take care of that lifter collapse issue?","canonicalId":"term:cam","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.88,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The camshaft (often shortened to “cam”) controls valve timing by opening and closing valves at specific times and for specific durations. Changing the cam is a common performance modification, and here it’s discussed alongside lifters as a potential way to address the lifter issue.","simplifiedExplanation":"The camshaft controls when the engine’s valves open and close. Changing it can change how the engine makes power, and in this segment it’s mentioned as part of fixing lifter problems."}},{"id":444227,"startTime":292.0,"endTime":300.0,"type":"term","title":"8-speed automatic","url":"/glossary/8-speed-automatic","quote":"But will that take care of that issue? Is this an automatic or a manual? [300.0s] It's an 8-speed automatic.","canonicalId":"term:8-speed-automatic","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An 8-speed automatic is a transmission with eight forward gears that shifts without a clutch pedal. In this segment, it matters because the discussion includes how the car will behave with exhaust/cam changes and how it’s used at the drag strip.","simplifiedExplanation":"An 8-speed automatic is a car transmission that has eight gears and shifts by itself. 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They’re aluminum, and the host says they’re cheaper than many aftermarket options."}},{"id":444276,"startTime":1325.8,"endTime":1331.1,"type":"term","title":"TPM sensors","url":"/glossary/tpm-sensors","quote":"These wheels are a direct fit. So your factory caps and TPM sensors will fit. Find out more [1331.1s] and or yours at roadreadywheels.com.","canonicalId":"term:tpm-sensors","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"TPM sensors are tire-pressure monitoring sensors that measure tire pressure and alert the driver when pressure is low. Many modern cars require the sensors to be compatible with the vehicle’s system, so wheel swaps must account for them."}},{"id":444277,"startTime":1497.6,"endTime":1503.1,"type":"term","title":"high energy ignition","url":"/glossary/high-energy-ignition","quote":"He's got a 72 shivvy pickup with a 350 in it and if I remember how he said it right he's done some work to this. 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You did say that didn't you Michael?","canonicalId":"term:condenser","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “condenser” (often called an ignition capacitor) works with the distributor points to reduce arcing and help the ignition system switch cleanly. In point-based ignition setups, replacing or upgrading the condenser can improve spark quality and reduce ignition problems.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “condenser” is an electrical part that helps the ignition system work smoothly with the older points. It helps prevent problems like weak or inconsistent sparks."}},{"id":444279,"startTime":1510.0,"endTime":1620.8,"type":"term","title":"HEI","url":"/glossary/hei","quote":"No. Oh you didn't. Okay all right I thought you had HEI yet. Okay switched it over. 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Some older engines need it more than newer ones."}},{"id":444283,"startTime":1549.9,"endTime":1554.0,"type":"term","title":"vacuum leaks","url":"/glossary/vacuum-leaks","quote":"So hopefully we still have plenty of vacuum so that shouldn't affect some things because vacuum leaks will do this also low ignition voltage will do this...","canonicalId":"term:vacuum-leaks","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Vacuum leaks are unintended air leaks in the intake/vacuum plumbing that upset engine mixture and idle control. They can also affect ignition timing and drivability, often showing up as hesitation, flutter, or unstable running under acceleration.","simplifiedExplanation":"A vacuum leak is when air gets into the engine where it shouldn’t. That can make the engine run wrong and cause weird symptoms when you accelerate."}},{"id":444284,"startTime":1550.0,"endTime":1556.0,"type":"term","title":"low ignition voltage","url":"/glossary/low-ignition-voltage","quote":"vacuum leaks will do this also low ignition voltage will do this or a dwell problem will do this.","canonicalId":"term:low-ignition-voltage","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Low ignition voltage means the ignition system isn’t getting enough electrical voltage/current to produce a strong spark. That can lead to misfires, weak combustion, and drivability issues like flutter or hesitation, especially under load.","simplifiedExplanation":"Low ignition voltage means the ignition system isn’t getting enough electricity to make a strong spark. When that happens, the engine can stumble or act like it’s misfiring."}},{"id":444285,"startTime":1553.6,"endTime":1556.0,"type":"term","title":"dwell problem","url":"/glossary/dwell-problem","quote":"vacuum leaks will do this also low ignition voltage will do this or a dwell problem will do this.","canonicalId":"term:dwell-problem","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.84,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Dwell is the amount of time the ignition points (or trigger) remain closed during each engine cycle. If dwell is incorrect, the coil may not charge properly, resulting in weak spark and inconsistent ignition timing.","simplifiedExplanation":"Dwell is how long the ignition system is “charging” before it fires the spark. If it’s wrong, the spark can be weak and the engine may run poorly."}},{"id":444286,"startTime":1568.9,"endTime":1574.0,"type":"term","title":"top dead center","url":"/glossary/top-dead-center","quote":"just you take it out you drop it in on top dead center you're fine it works. Time it and you're you're good.","canonicalId":"term:top-dead-center","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Top dead center (TDC) is the crankshaft position where a piston reaches its highest point in the cylinder. Ignition timing is often set relative to TDC, so dropping in an HEI “on top dead center” is a way to get the engine close before fine-tuning.","simplifiedExplanation":"Top dead center (TDC) is a specific position in the engine where the piston is at its highest point. Timing is measured relative to this point when setting up the ignition."}},{"id":444287,"startTime":1581.0,"endTime":1620.8,"type":"term","title":"Pertronix","url":"/glossary/pertronix","quote":"Is that the same as Pertronix? It's electron. Well no you can buy a Pertronix for it that'll work just as well too... take the cap off and boot you bolt it on and it's an HE now...","canonicalId":"term:pertronix","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Pertronix is an aftermarket electronic ignition brand that replaces the distributor’s mechanical points with an electronic trigger. It can improve reliability and reduce point-related maintenance while keeping the stock distributor appearance.","simplifiedExplanation":"Pertronix makes an electronic ignition kit that replaces the old mechanical points. It’s meant to make starting and running more consistent without changing the whole distributor."}},{"id":444288,"startTime":1586.0,"endTime":1591.14,"type":"car","title":"Land Rover Range Rover","url":"/cars/land-rover/range-rover","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f2/2022_Land_Rover_Range_Rover_SVAutobiography.jpg","quote":"...just as well too. I got one of those in Shannon's Range Rover. It's you just okay take the cap off and boot you...","canonicalId":"car:land rover:range rover","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Land Rover Range Rover is a luxury SUV known for comfort, capability, and advanced features. The podcast references it in a practical, hands-on way—talking about taking a cap off and “boot” (likely a cover or access point) to deal with something related to the vehicle’s systems. That kind of mention fits a segment focused on maintenance or operating procedures.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Land Rover Range Rover is a luxury SUV. The podcast mentions it while describing a simple step like removing a cap and accessing something under it. 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In HEI-style setups, the high-energy coil is positioned to improve spark performance and reduce issues caused by weak ignition output.","simplifiedExplanation":"A high energy coil makes a stronger spark than a basic ignition coil. Stronger spark can help the engine run more smoothly, especially if it’s misfiring or stumbling."}},{"id":444290,"startTime":1715.9,"endTime":1722.5,"type":"term","title":"resistor wire","url":"/glossary/resistor-wire","quote":"a lot of those had a resistor wire built into the the power wire if it had a non-resistor coil from the factory you're right on the edge","canonicalId":"term:resistor-wire","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.88,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Resistor wire is a special ignition power wire that adds resistance to limit current and protect points/ignition components on certain older setups. The host notes that many systems used a resistor wire in the power feed, and that having the wrong coil type (resistor vs non-resistor) can put the system “on the edge.”","simplifiedExplanation":"Resistor wire is a wire with built-in resistance used in some older ignition systems. It helps keep the electrical current from being too high and damaging ignition parts."}},{"id":444291,"startTime":1722.5,"endTime":1764.7,"type":"term","title":"resistor coil","url":"/glossary/resistor-coil","quote":"if it had a non-resistor coil from the factory you're right on the edge ... if you don't have a resistor coil any modern coil is going to say resistor on it","canonicalId":"term:resistor-coil","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.86,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A resistor coil is an ignition coil designed with internal resistance to control current for older ignition systems. The host explains that if you have a resistor coil, you typically don’t need an external resistor wire, but if you don’t have one you may need to add resistance to prevent points from burning up.","simplifiedExplanation":"A resistor coil is a spark-coil design that includes built-in resistance. That resistance helps protect the ignition system, especially the older mechanical points."}},{"id":444292,"startTime":1784.9,"endTime":1790.0,"type":"term","title":"twin pump carburetor","url":"/glossary/twin-pump-carburetor","quote":"twin pump carburetor the double pumpers it is not going to dump enough fuel in for the secondaries","canonicalId":"term:twin-pump-carburetor","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A twin-pump carburetor is a carburetor design that uses two accelerator pumps to squirt extra fuel when you open the throttle quickly. 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If the secondaries open too early or don’t get enough fuel, the engine can stumble, flutter, or “fall on its face.”","simplifiedExplanation":"Secondaries are the “extra” part of the carburetor that only starts working when you’re asking for more power. If they open too soon or don’t deliver enough fuel, the engine can bog or shake."}},{"id":444294,"startTime":1819.82,"endTime":1826.06,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Volt","url":"/cars/chevrolet/volt","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/2016_Chevrolet_Volt_NAIAS_2015.jpg","quote":"i'd check that voltage first what voltage should there be coming thro...","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:volt","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in hybrid that can run on electricity and also use a gasoline engine when needed. The podcast mentions checking “voltage” first, which fits a diagnostic or troubleshooting discussion related to the car’s electrical systems. That’s why it’s brought up—Volt ownership often involves understanding battery/electric system behavior.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in hybrid, so it can run on electricity and also has a gasoline engine. The podcast mentions checking voltage, which is a basic step when diagnosing electrical problems. It’s relevant because the Volt has important electrical components that need correct readings.","imageAttribution":"William Oliver (CC BY 2.0)","imageLicense":"CC BY 2.0","imageSourceUrl":"https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2016_Chevrolet_Volt_NAIAS_2015.jpg"}},{"id":444295,"startTime":1944.9,"endTime":1953.2,"type":"car","title":"2020 Buick Envision","url":"/cars/buick/envision","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3e/Buick_Envision_Plus_001.jpg","quote":"what on\nearth could it be 2020 buick envision and i'm assuming you met 112 thousand miles\nyes okay because if you had 112 miles and you found that thing that good good","canonicalId":"car:buick:envision","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Buick Envision is a modern Buick crossover SUV, and the host is using it as a likely match for the caller’s 2020 vehicle. The key point in this segment is diagnosing a knocking sound that the caller can’t trace to tires or a visible issue on a lift.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Buick Envision is a midsize SUV. In this call, the host is guessing it might be the source of a knocking noise the owner can’t find after checking tires and looking under the car.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0","imageLicense":"CC BY-SA 4.0","imageSourceUrl":"https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Buick_Envision_Plus_001.jpg"}},{"id":444296,"startTime":1967.0,"endTime":2022.9,"type":"concept","title":"road-speed noise","url":"/glossary/road-speed-noise","quote":"“does it does increase with road speed it sure does… if you hit a bump… the worst is when you get it on the highway…”","canonicalId":"concept:road-speed-noise","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Road-speed noise is a sound that changes with vehicle speed rather than with engine RPM or random bumps. The host distinguishes a steady, speed-related “knock” from noises that only show up when you hit a bump, which helps narrow down whether the cause is aerodynamic/vibration (like trim) versus suspension/tire contact.","simplifiedExplanation":"Road-speed noise is a sound that gets louder or changes as you drive faster. If it’s mostly tied to speed (and not just bumps), it can point to something like trim vibrating from airflow instead of a tire or suspension problem."}},{"id":444297,"startTime":2048.0,"endTime":2069.0,"type":"part","title":"windshield trim","url":"/glossary/windshield-trim","quote":"“…a little piece of the windshield trim was torn… the air would get under it and it would make the noise…”","canonicalId":"part:windshield-trim","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.93,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Windshield trim is the plastic or rubber molding around the windshield that helps seal and finish the edge. If a piece is cracked or loose, airflow at highway speeds can vibrate it and create a repeatable knock or clatter-like sound.","simplifiedExplanation":"Windshield trim is the plastic/rubber edging around your windshield. If it’s loose or cracked, the wind at higher speeds can make it rattle or buzz and sound like something else is wrong."}},{"id":444298,"startTime":2048.0,"endTime":2052.86,"type":"car","title":"Honda Crv","url":"/cars/honda/cr-v","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9d/2017-2022_Honda_CR-V_Facelift_%28Back%29.jpg","quote":"“I had one the other day in a honda crv and a little piece of the windshield trim was torn…”","canonicalId":"car:honda:cr-v","priority":0.3,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Honda CR-V is a popular compact SUV known for being practical and comfortable for everyday driving. In this segment, the host uses a CR-V example to illustrate how a loose windshield trim piece can create a road-speed noise that seems like a mechanical “knock.”","simplifiedExplanation":"A Honda CR-V is a common Honda SUV. Here it’s used as an example of how something simple—like trim on the windshield—can make a noise that sounds like it’s coming from the tires or suspension.","imageAttribution":"Sebsoare2511 (CC0)","imageLicense":"CC0","imageSourceUrl":"https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2017-2022_Honda_CR-V_Facelift_(Back).jpg"}},{"id":444299,"startTime":2084.3,"endTime":2093.1,"type":"term","title":"painter's tape","url":"/glossary/painter-s-tape","quote":"“use painter's tape and go around the trim on the window a little spot at a time don't do the whole thing…”","canonicalId":"term:painter-s-tape","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Painter’s tape is a low-tack masking tape used to temporarily secure or isolate parts during troubleshooting. The host suggests using it around the window trim in small sections to identify which loose area is causing the noise.","simplifiedExplanation":"Painter’s tape is a gentle tape you can peel off later. 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In this case it’s used to attach a cable to the transmission, and if it’s not installed correctly, the connection can be unreliable and the car may not start."}},{"id":444308,"startTime":2358.7,"endTime":2366.4,"type":"term","title":"voltmeter","url":"/glossary/volt-meter","quote":"I would say you know check those very thoroughly you can break it down and get a voltmeter out\n[2366.4s] check and find out exactly which connection it is it's bad","canonicalId":"term:voltmeter","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A voltmeter measures electrical voltage at different points in the circuit. The host recommends using one to pinpoint which connection is failing by checking voltage drop and confirming where power is lost during the start attempt.","simplifiedExplanation":"A voltmeter is a tool that measures how much electricity (voltage) is present. 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Here, the host is talking about a dangerous suspension problem—parts under the car were rusted and not properly attached, so the car could lose control.","imageAttribution":"Matthew Paul Argall from Australia (CC BY 2.0)","imageLicense":"CC BY 2.0","imageSourceUrl":"https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2006_Toyota_Corolla_(my_parents_car)_(48778859046).jpg"}},{"id":444316,"startTime":2626.3,"endTime":2658.2,"type":"concept","title":"inspection sticker","url":"/glossary/inspection-sticker","quote":"it is not uncommon since they pulled the inspection stickers on cars in Texas this last year a year ago my friends that have shops there have told me more cars have they see them in weird places wrecked and just like how did that happen no inspection sticker","canonicalId":"concept:inspection-sticker","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An inspection sticker is proof a vehicle passed a required safety/emissions inspection in its jurisdiction. 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The parts are usually not interchangeable, so matching the car’s original setup matters."}},{"id":444340,"startTime":4306.0,"endTime":4308.0,"type":"term","title":"standard","url":"/glossary/standard","quote":"the reality was the customer was ordering a halogen for a xenon an automatic for a standard of six cylinder for an eight cylinder and so on","canonicalId":"term:standard","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In this context, “standard” means a manual transmission. 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Different engine setups can use different parts, so you need the right one for your exact car."}},{"id":444342,"startTime":4306.0,"endTime":4308.0,"type":"term","title":"eight cylinder","url":"/glossary/eight-cylinder","quote":"the reality was the customer was ordering a halogen for a xenon an automatic for a standard of six cylinder for an eight cylinder and so on","canonicalId":"term:eight-cylinder","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Eight cylinder” refers to an engine with eight cylinders, another configuration that can change which parts fit and function correctly. The transcript highlights that customers sometimes order parts for the wrong cylinder count, which VIN/build matching is meant to prevent.","simplifiedExplanation":"Eight cylinder means the engine has eight cylinders. Parts can differ between engine sizes, so matching the car’s original configuration helps avoid mistakes."}},{"id":444343,"startTime":4342.4,"endTime":4348.8,"type":"term","title":"crew cab","url":"/glossary/crew-cab","quote":"every iteration we've tried i mean there is it a mega cab or a crew cab is the door handle inside or outside does it do this","canonicalId":"term:crew-cab","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Crew cab is a truck body style designation for a cab with four full-size doors and seating for multiple passengers. Like other cab-size variants, it changes overall dimensions and part fitment, so ordering the wrong cab type can lead to incorrect body parts.","simplifiedExplanation":"Crew cab is a truck cab style with more doors and more passenger space. Because it’s a different cab layout, some exterior parts won’t fit correctly if you order for the wrong version."}},{"id":444344,"startTime":4342.4,"endTime":4348.8,"type":"term","title":"mega cab","url":"/glossary/mega-cab","quote":"every iteration we've tried i mean there is it a mega cab or a crew cab is the door handle inside or outside does it do this","canonicalId":"term:mega-cab","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Mega Cab is a truck cab-size/body configuration term used to describe a larger cab layout with more rear-seat space. Cab configuration affects dimensions and interior/exterior mounting points, so it can change which body parts fit.","simplifiedExplanation":"Mega Cab is a name for a bigger truck cab. Because the cab is larger, some parts and measurements won’t match smaller cab versions."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"Jim O'Connor","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Matt Patrick","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/under-the-hood-your-live-car-questions-answered-now/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}