What constitutes a true stick shift car? Do you have the answers? Step into a world of fast cars and even faster turns with James Short, one of the most respected figures in the racing industry. Fresh off transitioning from stick shift to automatic, James pulls back the curtain on the stick shift racing scene. The accessibility, the energy, the thrill – it’s all here. We trade tales of the track, with James sharing his personal experiences, including his F body car going mid sevens and making serious horsepower.

But we're not just about the speed. We also have some serious gearhead discussions about camshaft technology, engine swaps, and even HP Tuners' new CHS support, a feature that’s as exclusive as it is elusive. James and I compare notes from LS Fest, and muse about the challenge of building a race car in a short timeframe. We also take a deep dive into the intricacies of Hemi engines, comparing Hemi and LS camshafts and mulling over the impact of automatic transmission on racing.

As we near the finish line, we shift gears to chat about the modifications needed for high-performance street cars. James candidly shares his transition from a pre-intercooler street car to a stripped-down, race-ready machine. From tuning multiple engines for boats to the importance of GM's factory tunes, we cover it all. And just before we hit the brakes, we have an engaging discussion on the challenges and potential of remote tuning in racing, and share our thoughts on late model muscle, street racers, and big three cars. Strap in, folks – this is one ride you won't want to miss!

0:00 Stick Shift Racing and Tuning Discussion

9:13 Camshaft Technology and LS Fest Experience

17:32 Exploring Hemi Engines and Camshaft Design

30:47 LS Cylinder Heads and Engine Block Availability

40:55 Modifications for High-Performance Street Cars

54:33 Tuning Boats and Street Car Definition

1:02:08 Late Model Street Cars and Tuning

1:14:07 Remote Tuning in Racing

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