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
349 episodes
150: The Self-Taught Way: Building Wild Engines from Scratch
Imagine being a self-taught engineer who mastered the intricacies of engine design and is now building bespoke engines from the ground up. That’s exactly what Josh Valman from Motorsport_Engineering has done.We welcome Josh back for his ...
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149: Cracking the CAN Code: Mastering Integration in Performance Builds
CAN communication might seem like a secret, nerdy language spoken only by electronic components —and, in a way, it is. But behind that digital chatter lies the key to unlocking integration between different electrical systems.Mitch Minto...
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148: The “Impossible” Backyard V10 Screamer
Want a high-revving, F1-sounding, naturally aspirated V10 on a budget? Sounds impossible—until Jack and Diego from Build It Yourself made it happen. They took a humble Ford V10 truck engine, crafted custom four-valve heads, and enginee...
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147: Inside the Art of Bespoke Engine Building
Whether it’s a bespoke quad-turbo V12 or a modified OE production engine, the fundamentals remain the same—we’re all looking for those extra gains. Italtecnica’s Riccardo Breda is here to break down the core concepts that could help you take yo...
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146: From Home Builds to Hypercars: Composites for Everyone
Composites might seem like the secret language of aerospace engineers and hypercar builders, but Gabriel Mountjoy from Common Fibers is here to break down those barriers. He’s out to prove that composites aren’t just exotic materials—you can us...
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145: How to Avoid Wasting Thousands on the Dyno
It’s common for car enthusiasts to rush their car onto the dyno before it’s truly ready, only to have it strapped down and the tuner uncover a list of issues. Nothing kills the excitement of chasing those long-awaited power figures faster than ...
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144: Is a Retired F1 Car the Ultimate Track Toy?
Formula 1 represents the pinnacle of motorsport and James Densley along with the team at TDF Limited are breathing new life into retired F1 cars, transforming them back into the ultimate track weapons.👉 Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to ge...
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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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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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