Two Guys Garage Podcast

For those who’ve experienced title-related nightmares, this is the episode for you, as the guys dive deep into one of the most dreaded realms of vehicle ownership. Greg LaPoint of GBI Titles helps unpack how to expertly navigate vehicle records, bonded titles, and VIN inspections to get your build road-ready and legally sound. "A car is worth 20% of its value without a title,” reveals Greg. “So, it's worth five times more with a title than without!" – a vital truth he underscores with insider tips for every collector and builder seeking full value and peace of mind.

Kevin and Willie welcome back legendary automotive paint expert Kevin Tetz to demystify DIY refinishing and map out a foolproof linear progression for DIY paint work. From mastering gun technique on cardboard boxes to a sneak peek at his LS-powered '74 Camaro driver build, Tetz breaks down how to make the paint happy, trim out the internet noise, and get professional results on a garage budget.

“These hybrids are really shaping up to be the wave of the future,” observes Willie at the outset of this week’s podcast, with Kevin noting that Hypercraft “kinda has its tentacles in a lot of different spaces,” from marine to defense and racing. “When you have the best of both worlds,” adds Hypercraft founder Jake Hawksworth, “you don’t have to compromise anymore; it’s going to be the age of hybrid.” The proof is in the company’s Sierra, the signature single seat, electric, RWD, 300 hp, 0-60 in 2.4 seconds track car. “If you ever dreamed about being able to actually jump in a life size RC car and drive it,” Jake tells the guys, “this is exactly what this is.”

How do you grow an automotive business from a single storage locker to a 31-employee powerhouse? Camaro Central CEO Ben Tucker joins Kevin and Willie to talk shop. From simple headlight fixes for notorious First-Gen issues, to entry-level Third-Gen builds bringing the next generation of youth back into the garage, Ben reveals what it takes to keep the ultimate American dream car alive and on the road.

Every great mechanic and racer has a story about learning the hard way. Kevin and Willie get candid once again about their most humbling moments, sharing tales of bad paint jobs, an engine fire, a smoked transmission, a wrecked shifter cart, and a fateful day that turned a pristine six-figure race car into a pile of scrap metal. They prove that the path to success is often paved with broken parts and expensive mistakes, but that the struggle often leads to increased strength, greater patience, and valuable knowledge.