In this episode of Under the Lift, Dan and Dannie dig into the age-old debate: what actually makes a hot rod a hot rod? We talk about spending your money where it really counts, building the car the way you want—not what anyone else says is “right”—and why the best finishing touch is taking it on the road. From shakedown miles to cross-country cruises, every road trip is the ultimate test drive to shake out the bugs and bond with your build. Whether you’re wrenching on a budget or going all-in, this episode is about finding your own path in hot rodding and hitting the highway with confidence.