Stacey sits down with James and Meisha from Sparkburn Hotrods and they discuss the hot-rod / music connection, the effect that the Corona Virus has had on the Automotive world, their thoughts on what our automotive future looks like and how you can blend your personal relationship into running a business together.
Stacey answers listener Sherry’s question about the viability of her 1967 Chevy C-10 project. He also gives advice about what to look for in a potential project vehicle. He also answers listener Dominick’s question about knowing what you’re looking at an auction which segues into more of his checklist for potential projects.
Stacey answers listeners Dennis & John’s questions about how to make a “barn find.” He also gives advice about both finding Jeep CJ projects and sourcing a new engine for a CJ. He makes a recommendation regarding the viability of listener Carlos’ rust laden F-100 and suggests options to listeners Dawn & Dave for clearance of a shaker hood on a Pontiac after an engine swap.
On this episode, Stacey answers listener Matt’s question about how to get a “good” paint job without paying for more than you bargained for and he offers listener Sherry advise on her dilemma over her ‘67 C-10 project. After that, we get Stacey’s reaction to the first promo for the New Ford Bronco Family.
On this episode, Stacey sits down engineer & hot rod legend Gale Banks and talks about what it was really like driving & building hot rods in the 1950’s. Then they talk about drag racing, rock & roll and land speed competition. After that, Stacey remembers Music Legend Charlie Daniels.
Stacey sits down with Pinstriping legend von Hotrod and talks about their influences and how things are different today compared to when they were young. Then they talk about things that transcend a lot of the boundaries that are making headlines today especially in car culture. After that, Stacey has some advice for listener Terry on welding replacement body panels.
Stacey dives into the fun topic of popular toys, noting how, more often than not, most modern toys are electronics oriented, however a recent poll turns up a surprise number one popular toy! Then he has news about a toy from the past that is making a comeback which leads him into a personal story about his encounter with a childhood hero. After that, Stacey has some advice for listener Steve on ways to tame “Death Wobble”. Listener, James, asks for some chilling advise for his S 10 project. Fina...
On this episode, Stacey gives you the skinny on the 2 main kinds of “Wheelers & Dealers ” . He relates some of his own experiences in deals gone, good and bad. After that, Stacey has some advice regarding new re-popped body panels vs OEM. Time was OEM was like Gold but the current crop of aftermarket parts are more plentiful and the quality can be just as good as OEM, sometimes better! Then finally, Stacey pays tribute to one of the founding fathers of Rock & Roll, Little Richard. HE was a true ...
Stacey dives into the age old hot topic - “Clones vs. Replicas”. Going back to how they started, to how they’ve affected perceptions of the industry over the years and the very passionate opinions that people have about them to this day. After that, Stacey has some beginner welder advice for listener Tex from New Mexico. Then he offers up some kitchen hacks to a frustrated listener who can’t find an auto cleaner strong to help with the nasty interior on his new project. Then, Stacey offers up va...
Car people are problem solvers by nature. On this episode, Stacey proves that by sharing how his buddies at Wisconsin Hot Rod Radio didn’t let the current COVID-19 pandemic stop them from raising funds for the Tennessee tornado relief efforts. Stacey also goes into why it’s so important that today’s adults are making sure that they’re fulfilling their responsibility to teach today’s youth the skills and knowledge required to be problem solvers themselves. Then finally out of the mailbag, Stacey ...
Stacey goes into the hidden costs that come with buying a crate engine for your project. Also how he learned the hard way when he bought some Edelbrock headers for his first project. Stacey also digs into your questions and offers suspension advice for a ’75 Chevy Laguna, wiring recommendations for a ’70 Chevelle and how that old pack of gum in your glove box can save the day.
Stacey interviews his long time buddy Malcolm Pritchett from West KY Collision in Hopkinsville Ky. Malcolm uses his 30 years of experience in the collision & repair game to share his thoughts on the state of industry, staying on top of new technology & techniques, misconceptions the public tends to have about body men and how today’s used car market is allowing people to look into project vehicles that would’ve been impossible just 5 - 10 years ago. Stacey also shares his thoughts on automotive ...
The dive into Stacey's new Amazon Prime exclusive show “Stacey David’s Restoration Series” continues! Focusing in on the highest & most difficult level - “Level 5 - The Custom Build” Also, Stacey shares a story of a how a friend’s Daytona coupe dream project turned into a nightmare money pit. Finally Stacey answers a listener question about converting a ’04 RAM 2400 4x4 from a HEMI to Diese l.
Stacey continues to dive into his new Amazon Prime exclusive show “Stacey David’s Restoration Series”. With the focus being “Level 4 - The frame off restoration and build” Then, a brief look into the MAHINDRA ROXOR copyright ruling. Stacey also answers a listener question about attempting a frame swap on a ’53 Chevy long bed truck and all the potential problems that come with it. Finally, Stacey shares a tale about how an easy-peasy 30 minute job devolved into a multi-hour nightmare....
On this episode, Stacey continues to dive into his new Amazon Prime exclusive show “Stacey David’s Restoration Series”. With the focus being “Level 3 - The Restomod - Just like the name implies. it’s part restoration and part modification.” Stacey also answers listener questions on aftermarket vs. OEM parts, switching to a smaller steering wheel on a 2002 Mustang GT and dealing with vapor lock on an ’85 F150 Finally, Stacey shares a tale about one of his first cars (’30 Model-A Coupe) and all th...
On this episode, Stacey continues to dive into his new Amazon Prime exclusive show “Stacey David’ s Restoration Series ” . With the focus being “ Level 2 - Mechanical & Cosmetic Restoration - fixing or restoring a vehicle back to original condition with upgrades.” Stacey also answers listener questions on doing a transmission swap on a ’90 Chevy Suburban, ’ 52 Chevy pickup column shift issues and how to not let a project get away from you. Stacey shares a story about his high school Mustang as a...
Stacey dives into his new Amazon Prime exclusive show “Stacey David’s Restoration Series” ( https://www.amazon.com/Laying-out-and-planning/dp/B082PBLQBS/ ) and explains what it means to take on a level one "get it running and drive it project”. Also, Stacey shares his thoughts on the film “Ford vs Ferrari”, the findings of the Jessi Combs crash investigation and Elon Musk's Cybertruck debut. Finally, Stacey answers a listener question about a ’73 Trans-Am and shares a tale about why mentoring yo...
Stacey sits down and chats with The American Tri-Five Association’s Jerry Dixey about all things tri-five Chevy and more. https://www.americantrifive.com/tri-five-week.html Stacey also answers a listener question about rewiring a ’72 Scout. Which leads to a tale about when Stacey was in high school and attempted his first wiring harness replacement on his 1930 Model-A Coupe.
The premiere episode of "Tales of a Gearhead," host, Stacey David, discusses the new mid-engine C8 Corvette and why he thinks it may not be as controversial as some think. Then, Stacey dives into some listener questions, gives his mechanical advice and shares some stories that every gearhead can relate to and are sure to give you a chuckle.
