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
332 episodes
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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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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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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134: Performance EVs — Do They Have a Future?
The performance EV landscape is changing rapidly, and public opinion on electric vehicles also seems to be on the move. How much faster can they go? What are their limitations? Are they even still relevant? A lot has changed since we fi...
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Field Report: Why all the fuss? | Executive Order Approval.
Why don't OEMs tune for the maximum reliable performance and what's all the fuss about over emissions compliance in the United States 'street legal' modified car scene?Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA ...
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Field Report: This Build Makes Your 4x4 Look Like a Prius.
2000HP, twin turbos, and a manual transmission – is this the ultimate fun off-roader?A 2000hp twin-turbo Lamborghini V10 in a street-legal off-road monster? That’s exactly what @Mo...
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133: The Dos and Don’ts of Diesel Tuning.
What’s the deal with diesel tuning? Is it really that different? Yes… But also no.This week Matt Smith of Just Autos joins us to discuss all things diesel tuning — operating principles, combustion temperature, reflash options, and a who...
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Field Report: This 900hp Air-Cooled Sleeper is WILD!
With 903hp at the wheels, a 9.71-second quarter-mile at 161mph on an unprepped strip, and a fully air-cooled 3.6L turbocharged engine, this Porsche is the definition of a sleeper. In this video, we chat with Arthur to uncover the secrets behind...
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Field Report: You've Been Living A Loctite Lie! (Maybe).
When it comes to performance parts and tools we all want to reach 'straight for the top shelf' and get the best we can. While that isn't always possible for some high price components, when choosing between purple, blue or red Loctite at the sa...
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132: The Best Stock Turbo System?
He co-invented one of the top (and earliest) standalone ECU companies on earth, helped develop unique V10 F1 engines, created ignition systems for top-tier motorsports, and finished it all off by producing stock-frame turbocharger upgrades that...
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Field Report: Is This Tuning Risky Business?
If you’ve ever considered an EV conversion but weren’t sure where to start, Ryan from @rywire takes us through the technical details of his incredible Honda Civic EK EV swap, showcasing the integr...
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Field Report: What's So Special About 'Trophy Truck' Suspension?
Off-road racing demands suspension that can handle extreme terrain, and Dane from @FOXFACTORY is here to break down the tech behind their world-class dampers. From remote reservoirs to interna...
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131: UNTAPPED Potential? BOVs and Wastegates Decoded.
Blow off valves and wastegates are fairly simple in their operation, but correctly sizing and fitting them requires a lot of careful consideration if you want to get the most out of your turbocharged engine.This week, Gregg Jones of TiAL...
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