Tuned In
High Performance Academy Presents: Tuned In. A podcast interviewing influential people from around the world at the top of their respected fields. Covering topics such as Tuning, CAD, Performance Engine Building, Automotive/Motorsport Wiring, Data Analysis, Driver Coaching/Training, Motorsport Fabrication and Car Setup.
Episodes
342 episodes
143: DIY Motorsport Isn’t Easy But It’s Insanely Rewarding
No matter the stage of a build, most projects reach a point where giving up feels tempting. They demand grit and perseverance—and Karel Silha from Karel S Motorsport’s wild DTM-inspired M4 Time Attack build is no exception.We first spoke...
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Field Report: Why Your CAD Designs Don't Work
Designing an elaborate engine block or cylinder head in CAD is one thing, but actually manufacturing that design is another challenge altogether. In this video, we talk with Gerry from Crest CNC about what it takes to turn complex billet and ca...
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142: “Composites” aren’t just for high-end motorsport
“Composites” aren’t just expensive and elaborate carbon fibre parts for high-end race teams. It may be easier, more accessible, and cheaper than you think to get started in the composite game.This week on the podcast, we sit down with K...
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Field Report: A Clever Solution | 400HP 3-Cylinder G16E-GTS
The Toyota GR Yaris and GR Corolla are already cult favourites, and now they’re about to get even faster.Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: https://hpcdmy.co/podvip
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Field Report: Is a 940kg Toyota MRS the ULTIMATE Grassroots Racer?
"The closest we've got to a mechanic is a panel beater." - Has this group of friends on a budget built something quicker and more special than many big chequebook builds ever will be?Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP...
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141: This Could Make or Break Your New Harness.
Forget the hype around “Mil-Spec” wiring — most builds don’t need it. Smart, fit-for-purpose materials and design can still deliver a reliable harness with great performance and aesthetics. This week on the podcast we sit down with ...
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Field Report: A BETTER conversion option?
Ever wondered what it takes to convert an old car into a modern 600hp EV using aftermarket tech instead of a Tesla swap?Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: https://hpcdmy.co/pod...
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Field Report: 550hp Micra | 'Let TORQUE take the wheel'
Ever seen a 550whp front-wheel-drive Micra out on track?Sean Austin’s FWD K11 Nissan Micra is running a turbocharged Primera P11 SR20VE+T Neo VVL (the best SR20?) & 6-speed gearbox, Haltech Nexus R3 engine/power distribution management,...
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140: You Don't Need a PhD to Add SERIOUS Performance.
You can go a long way with club-level aero — and this is how to do it.On this week's episode of Tuned In, ex-Mercedes F1 aerodynamicist and brand new HPA tutor Kyle Forster helps you find big gains in performance by adding aero.
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Field Report: They Can't Afford to Get This Wrong.
Ever wonder how a connecting rod that can handle 3000hp+ is designed, tested, and manufactured? Here's a rare inside look at how true high performance aftermarket components are engineered and delivered.At the World Time Attack Ch...
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Field Report: 1969 Datsun + 16 feet of Titanium = 1 EPIC Build.
What happens when you combine flame-bent titanium, 3D scanning, and a 1969 Datsun Roadster? You get one of our favourite builds, and a happy missus.Connor McElvain @ConnorButter from...
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139: The TRUTH Behind Drivetrain Losses on the Dyno.
Real-world performance is what matters when tuning a vehicle, but let’s not pretend the numbers on a dyno sheet mean nothing. The thing is… How can we trust one result from another? How are different dynos arriving at their calculated power and...
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1:57:32
Field Report: Why YOU Are Doing Car Aero WRONG.
We often chase engine and tuning upgrades first, but could a front splitter and rear wing be a smarter starting point for our race cars?We caught up with Kyle Forster from JKF Aero to break down how aerodynamics work in practice and how...
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Field Report: Can 'Over Building' Your Engine Damage It?
Some bearings are tough enough to survive 3000 horsepower, but that doesn’t mean you should use them in your street build.Choosing the right bearing isn’t as simple as just picking the toughest option and sometimes what seems like a par...
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138: The Secret to Effective Aero on a Budget.
Think getting extra speed out of an aero package is just for the pros with all the money? It’s not... But you DO need to know what you’re doing. This week, we’re sitting down with aero specialist Amir Bentatou from RS Future to disc...
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1:43:33
Field Report: Will This Replace Your Tape Measure?
3D scanners are not always cheap, but here's why they might still be worth your money.3D scanning is changing the game for motorsport and custom fabrication, and tools like the Peel 3 scanner are bringing that capability to a more affor...
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137: Fabricating the BEST Custom Cars on Earth.
Anyone who knows modified cars will have heard of the Ring Brothers, builders of some of the greatest custom machines ever conceived. With huge scope and an equally impressive price tag, these incredible vehicles take every single piece of a bu...
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Field Report: What’s really KILLING your catalytic converter?
You might love the look and sound of your flame-tune, but is it killing your catalytic converter (CAT)?In this interview, Matt Latino from G-Sport by GESi explains the limitations of factory catalytic converters and why performance buil...
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Field Report: How is this tool is making EFI easier than ever?
Will carbs on V8 hotrods etc become a thing of the past when some alternatives are this easy?For those unfamiliar with ECU tuning, switching from a carburettor (carb) to EFI can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. The
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136: Does Fast Have a Future?
Running IndyCars, engineering championship-winning V8 Supercars… and going carbon zero? This episode of the Tuned In podcast with performance engineer Brad Eyes takes us in some very interesting directions.👉 Use code ‘FUTURE50’ to ge...
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Field Report: Hate CAN Bus? You're Using It Wrong.
Say goodbye to messy curly cords and more potential failure points.Steering wheel-mounted controls make it easier to adjust key functions on the fly, but getting those signals from the wheel to the car is not as simple as it sounds. Run...
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Field Report: Why OEMs Limit Performance (And How to Fix It).
Car brands are secretly limiting your car’s potential, and it has NOTHING to do with reliability.Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hp...
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135: The TRUTH About Life in Formula 1.
When Joel Vermiglio isn’t working his day job at McLaren Formula 1, he’s in his Garage 68 Motorsport workshop building an old VW Caddy… with a McLaren twin-turbo V8 in the rear tray, a Lamborghini gearbox, and Porsche 911 suspension.👉...
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Field Report: Time For a Change?
Is it time to ditch your factory ECU?HP Tuners is known for reflashing factory ECUs, but now they’re flipping the script with their Core Standalone ECU, a complete engine management system that offers boost control, traction control, ni...
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Field Report: GT-Z: The RZ34 Nissan SHOULD have built?
S15 suspension in a 240Z—good idea or nightmare?Joel Dimmack’s 1971 Datsun 240Z is no ordinary drift car. Running a VR38DETT swap with Garrett GTX3071R mirrored turbos and making 600-700hp, this 1100kg wet monster blends old-school styl...
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