Two Guys Garage Podcast

Brandon Arpin of Valvetronic Designs joins the guys to detail the technical science behind achieving the perfect, non-raspy sound for modern hot rods and luxury cars. He shares how the company moved from a simple BMW exhaust fix to a powerhouse now expanding its titanium and stainless-steel valved systems into the Jeep, Raptor, Mopar and diesel markets to satisfy both the track racer and the sound-conscious enthusiast. Listen in as Kevin and Willie discover the secrets to engineering the ultimate exhaust note and building a successful automotive performance brand. 

Drag racing icons Clay Millican and Jeff Lutz join Willie B at Discovery Trailers to showcase the custom-built CRC mobile training center, designed to support the next generation of trade professionals and display CRC’s products in action. Plus, the crew talks about the trades, high-speed drag strip mishaps, and CRC’s Build for the Future Scholarship program. This year, a blown square-body truck will be auctioned, with proceeds from the sale awarding at least 10 scholarships for students pursuing an education in technical/trade schools.

The pocket knife is the "universal tool" in just about every car guy's life. Michael Janich discusses the three design innovations that established Spyderco as the industry leader, and delves into how they prioritize the mechanical properties of their blades. Find out why the predictable composition of a leaf spring is the bladesmith's favorite automotive-based raw material, and hear Mike's answer to the challenge, "If somebody gave you a leaf spring, how fast could you make a knife out of it?" 

SEMA extends far beyond its iconic Las Vegas trade show by delivering year-round advocacy, discounts, and business resources. In this episode, VP of OEM and Product Development Jim Moore joins the podcast to break down how the SEMA Garage operates as a high-tech engineering hub—featuring dedicated labs for OEM and aftermarket technology, ADAS testing, EV development, vehicle measuring sessions, and EPA-recognized emissions certification to take products from concept to compliant market reality.

Tired of leaving horsepower on the table? Brian Tooley of BTR returns to the podcast to explain how his company consistently outperforms the competition. He breaks down some of his proprietary engineering — from using GT Power to harness wave dynamics and air inertia — to designing his new multi-million dollar, canted-valve cylinder head built to withstand and maximize power from the highest levels of boost.