In this episode of the High Octane Dads podcast, hosts Chris and James catch up after a brief hiatus to discuss their latest car projects and family life. Chris shares his adventure buying a 2002 Monte Carlo SS pace car edition for his daughter after her Volvo accident, complete with amusing encounters at gas stations with fellow car enthusiasts. The guys debate the merits of dill versus sweet relish in deviled eggs, discuss workout routines and managing work-life balance as dads with automotive passions. They reflect on their changing relationship with social media, upcoming car events like LS Fest, and the challenges of finding time for car projects while prioritizing family. This casual, authentic conversation captures the essence of balancing automotive hobbies with the demands of fatherhood.

Get the latest motorsports updates with the High Octane Dads! In this episode, we cover NASCAR's Darlington throwback weekend, Formula 1 shake-ups, and Cletus McFarland's Freedom 500 with its $200K prize choices. Plus, hear our hilarious teen driving stories that every car-loving parent will relate to!We dive into the eternal car guy debate: should you daily drive your dream car or preserve it? Share your thoughts in the comments! And for all you project car enthusiasts - we discuss finding motivation to work on your builds while balancing family life.Topics include:NASCAR Darlington Throwback Weekend & Xfinity dramaFormula 1 updates and team changesFreedom 500 & Cletus McFarland at TalladegaTeen driving mishaps every parent fearsDaily driving vs. preserving your investmentProject car priorities and finding time#cars #motorsports #NASCAR #Formula1 #CleetusMcFarland #carguys #projectcars #Freedom500 #teendrivers #carguy #musclecars #autochat #automotivepodcastGet the latest motorsports updates with the High Octane Dads! In this episode, we cover NASCAR's Darlington throwback weekend, Formula 1 shake-ups, and Cletus McFarland's Freedom 500 with its $200K prize choices. Plus, hear our hilarious teen driving stories that every car-loving parent will relate to!We dive into the eternal car guy debate: should you daily drive your dream car or preserve it? Share your thoughts in the comments! And for all you project car enthusiasts - we discuss finding motivation to work on your builds while balancing family life.Topics include:NASCAR Darlington Throwback Weekend & Xfinity dramaFormula 1 updates and team changesFreedom 500 & Cletus McFarland at TalladegaTeen driving mishaps every parent fearsDaily driving vs. preserving your investmentProject car priorities and finding time#cars #motorsports #NASCAR #Formula1 #CleetusMcFarland #carguys #projectcars #Freedom500 #teendrivers #carguy #musclecars #autochat #automotivepodcast

Join James and Chris on Episode 30 of the High Octane Dads Podcast as they dive into the latest racing news and automotive debates! Get the inside scoop on NASCAR's Martinsville predictions, F1 drama with Yuki Tsunoda replacing Liam Lawson, and Ferrari's disqualification woes.

The guys debate the eternal question: resto-mod classics or modern performance cars? Plus, laugh along with tales of Waffle House adventures, dad taxes on kids' fries, and nostalgic music discussions. Whether you're dreaming of a CTSV wagon or reminiscing about cruising in your third-gen Camaro, this episode has something for every car enthusiast dad.

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Join James and Chris on Episode 29 of the High Octane Dads Podcast where we dive into the latest racing controversies, automotive news, and our all-time favorite car movies!

🏎️ TOPICS COVERED:

• NASCAR controversy: Christopher Bell's unexpected pit stop into another team's box
• F1 China Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton impresses with Ferrari, McLaren takes pole
• NHRA updates: Antron Brown's win and Top Fuel mudflap rule changes
• Our top racing movies debate: Fast & Furious, Ford v Ferrari, Talladega Nights and more
• Project car frustrations and serviceability challenges
• Go-kart track dreams and Harbor Freight racing series plans

🔧 CAR TALK: Chris shares his Caprice's parking lot mishap and James discusses his exhaust upgrade plans for better serviceability.

📅 UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Homestead-Miami Speedway NASCAR race
• Southeast Gassers events coming to tracks near you

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#CarMovies #NASCARNews #F1Racing #HighOctaneDads #Automotive #RacingPodcast #FordvFerrari #FastAndFurious #ProjectCars #CarEnthusiasts

In this episode of High Octane Dads, James and Chris reconnect despite Chris being on the road in Chicago. They dive into automotive news including Brittany Force's record-breaking eighth-mile speed, F1 season kickoff, Cadillac's upcoming F1 team, and NASCAR updates.Chris shares progress on his Caprice project, detailing his head work, rocker arm replacements, and electrical challenges. James discusses a recent trade—swapping a Honda Civic for a Tahoe for parts and potential projects. Both dads share experiences with teenage drivers as their kids recently got licenses.The guys also chat about upcoming concerts they're planning to attend, including Metallica, Brooks & Dunn, and Hank Williams Jr., plus their desire to participate in more car events, autocross, and car shows this year.Join the High Octane Dads as they discuss their automotive adventures, family life, and future plans in this casual conversation between two car enthusiasts and fathers.#HighOctaneDads #CarPodcast #Automotive #F1Racing #NASCAR #ProjectCars #AutoCross #FathersPodcast

In this episode, James and Chris discuss various topics related to racing, automotive projects, and garage organization. They share updates on recent racing events, including NASCAR and IndyCar, and delve into their personal projects, particularly Chris's Caprice build. The conversation shifts to the challenges of winter projects, the importance of garage organization, and the tools they've recently acquired. They also touch on the balance between enjoying the automotive hobby and the tendency to overthink projects. The episode concludes with reflections on YouTube content consumption and future project goals.

Season 2 Week 2 and we are getting back in the groove. This week in automotive news we talk about some NASCAR updates, the upcoming race at Circuit of the Americas, and Greg Biffle going sleeveless!

Then we talk a bit about project updates and garage organization. Oh, and James is ordering racecar parts off Temu! Yikes!

Buckle up and let's go! Or don't, it's a free country.

Join us for our cold start to season 2 of the High Octane Dads podcast! We dive into some recent automotive news, talk about what we've been up to, and talk a bit about plans for future episodes. SummaryIn this episode of the Hive Octane Dads podcast, hosts James and Chris discuss the latest happenings in the automotive and motorsports world, including NASCAR updates and Cleetus McFarland's debut in ARCA racing. They also share personal automotive projects, experiences with car repairs, and reflect on their recent job changes and the impact on their work-life balance. The conversation flows naturally through various topics, providing insights into their lives as automotive enthusiasts and fathers.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Podcast Format Changes02:05 Automotive News Highlights05:07 NASCAR and Cleetus McFarland's Debut10:43 Camping and RV Adventures15:22 NASCAR's Evolution and Personal Experiences15:54 Trump's Daytona 500 Appearance16:26 Car Projects and Repairs19:16 Project and other vehicle updates22:24 Innovative Power Steering Solutions24:56 Fuel System Challenges26:43 Career Changes and Job Satisfaction34:08 Outro#Coldstart #highoctanedads #dadlife #podcast

We know we know its been too long! But the holidays and life kicked our butts! Strap in and listen to us and our favorite motorcycle mechanic Mikey cut it up in this almost 2 hour episode!

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In this episode we talk a bit about our life changes we are going