Motormouth Radio

Ray finds a Motor publication from 1974 edited by Joe Oldham & shares some of the tech tips, as outdated as they may be. The "new-old" Camry gifted a surprise with a working cassette deck AND CD player, making its new owner very happy. A caller tells a story about TPMS recalibration woes on his Corvette, and the boys talk about their strategy for buying auto parts online.  

Ray mounts the soapbox and proudly announces that he's practiced what he preaches on this show by buying a pristine 31 year old Toyota! Chris doesn't disagree, and MotorMouth history is made. The boys talk about new cars prices, and a recent trip to O'Reilly Auto Parts by Chris leads to talk about how trying to find some major brands might be hard to do now. A very specific eighth inch bit takes center stage when Chris needs to drill out a rusted exhaust bolt, stay tuned to see if he accomplishes his goal.

It’s time for spring auto repair & maintenance, so Ray starts with adding an air deflector to the Mazda sunroof. Follow that up with a trunk switch replacement on the Cruze using a snazzy new Matco clip removal tool, and its Dum-Dum for the win! Lucas products make detailing the car so easy it's almost criminal. A local slot car show get Chris delving deep into his past with this great car-guy hobby.

The winter that won't end has us car guys firmly in its grasp and we want to get out to some of our favorite car shows and cruises! Chris talks about how hard it is working on a car while wearing vinyl gloves in cold weather. We learn that his Ford Explorer engine makes noise and has a lower oil pressure when run on synthetic oil than it does when filled with a blended product. The way dash gauges and driver information is conveyed drives both Chris & Ray a little nuts, and they tell us all about it too. 

"Elvis Hitler" and Motorhead provide the music this week, but the specifics of LED bulb conversions really light up the first half of the show. The new postal Low Rider stamp takes us on a nostalgic trip to s time when cars had more alarm buzzers than real safety features. A caller brings up the weak spot of the Ecotec engine when he asks about plastic cooling system components & related parts.   

Author Don Keefe shares his vast knowledge of High Performance Pontiacs with us this week. Our friends Marty Schorr & Joe Oldham get tossed into the mix as well as 8 Lug wheels & Hurst mags. Intake manifold options and the elusive Ram Air IV & V engines really get Don wound up an onto the topic of the radical 421 Tempest he owned.   Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mmr-03-15-2026--70647964You Tube: https://youtu.be/3LP4u6TQqm0

Modified pressure bleeding brake tools get a new look from the boys along with the secret hidden inside certain tire pressure pencil gauges. 3M buffing discs are a great addition to a toolbox too.On You Tube: https://youtu.be/IL6WlAql-VM

This week we cover a somber event that's become a tribute to a fallen member of the NYPD. Retired Detective Jon Schwartz joins us in the studio to talk about the rebuilding process of the patrol car P.O. Eddie Byrne was slain in while on duty in 1988. This car will be used as a living memorial to all who've served and continue doing so. You Tube link: https://youtu.be/D1QcPQPacPg

Ray hits hard with brake pad, brake fluid and tire tread checks as part of normal maintenance. Carl Anthony tells us about his new writing gig at www.HowToGeek.com which is more than just an informational car site. New car component longevity gets questioned by a caller, and Chris gets to vacillate about the prospects of a new Caddy Eldorado.

We kick off this show with a question about our favorite TV and movie cars which really takes us down a rabbit hole. Ray nominates a local hero for turning him onto the great service department at the McGard wheel lock company. Ture pressure inconsistencies and a cracked windshield repair made by Chris round out this hour of programming. On Instagram: @real_motormouthradio and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/hQC94PzTgfkSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mmr-02-15-2026--70071144

After struggling to find quality ethanol compliant carburetor rebuild kits & part, the boys found Mike of Mike's Carburetor Parts. The show is dedicated to busnisses like this that provide the parts we all need to do a complex job. Mike shared his wisdom and years of carburetor service with us so be sure to pay attention when he speaks, and go over to our You Tube channel to see the man up close. See it on You Tube: https://youtu.be/pNJWRY11Es8

In typical MotorMouth fashion, our first topic is how to diagnose a modern washing machine by reading its trouble codes. Next up is Chris' frustration with small brake bleeder fittings, and we learn that he just needs better tools. Ray talks about a custom ratchet MatcoMan Brian made for him but Chris ain't buyin' it! A new tilt steering column & custom bucket seats are up next for the GTO to complement its new paintjob.

The frigid winter weather finds the boys talking about snow blower maintenance and repair. Guest Louis Lee from the "Playing-N-Traffic" show talks about his school bus conversion into a self-sustainable camping vehicle for his retirement travels. The guys were particularly interested in learning more about the Signature Solar panels, batteries & inverter he's using to powerup the project. Camping brings up the subject of dealing with, and shooting snakes in the desert. Check our social media feed to see the pictures; on Instagram: @real_motormouthradio 

Talk of winter vehicle maintenance & East Coast temperatures caused a long time listener to call from Montana and tell the boys what REAL cold weather is like. Both Ray & Chris are having trouble with the windshield washers in their Mazda's, and Ray's powder coated tow-tabs  are all the rage as a "Day 2" addition. He'll also be adding electric AC cooling fans to his GTO this year. Solar power talk brings up the thought for a great show guest next week....stay tuned. Check our social media feed to see the pictures; on Instagram: @real_motormouthradio  and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/Bsm5rbNczAU

It was 24 years ago that Chris Switzer sat across from the program manager and was granted access to the microphones to do an automotive talk show no-one thought would amount to a hill of beans. Well, it's been 24 years and we're still at it, and still trying to bring the best and worst of our experiences to the audience on a weekly basis. This week we cover small engine repair with a new listener, synthetic oil use and local swap meets with one of our long time O.G. listeners. Life is still good on MotorMouth radio 24 years later.   On Instagram: @real_motormouthradio and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/x1zaqlNENC0Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mmr-01-04-2026--69299167

The boys kick it off with sounds from the 60's car music world, then Ray shows a magazine from 1967 that catered to the high performance racing crowd. Car guy Christmas gifts come up, and a real handy Metric & American nut/bolt thread checker makes the cut. A recent pair of Camaro vehicle inspections and a carburetor rebuild job keeps the guys busy, and Ray explains to a caller how to best make carb air/fuel adjustments. On Instagram: @real_motormouthradio and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/VqTmOTN_nKsSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mmr-12-28-2025--69231941

Ray goes to his proven show music with "Jingle Bell Jazz" and Matcoman Brian explains the holiday tool truck tradition called "bust my balls". Christmas party stories, the new Rat Fink knives, & Zippo lighters all get some air time, then Chris talks with a caller about his proven old school carburetor "choke trick"  for starting an old car in the cold weather, which brings the topic of project management into the mix. On You Tube: https://youtu.be/JW_lgBz0_Zc

With a snow storm dropping the white stuff on us we get to see what the show host who precedes us uses for a snow brush, and it isn't good! Ray sings the virtues of carburetor cleaning the ultrasonic way and reveals his new choice of solvent. Headlight polishing compounds are discussed as well as the best method of polishing; by hand or with a machine, and a new caller has an issue with her car's "X's". On Instagram: @real_motormouthradio and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/FnLp1KQfDdI

Waymo cars are driving like NYC cab drivers now, and Ray will tell us why. He'll also describe what happens when you forget to tighten the oil fill cap on your engine, then illustrates the old and new sizes specified for a vintage Fiat oil filter. Chris describes what its like to do a rear brake job on his Explorer in the cramped confines of his garage. Anti freeze formulations & usage also get kicked around a bit with a caller.   On Instagram: @real_motormouthradio and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/R_Wl9JcDhi0

Chris explains why buying cheap ignition parts isn't a good idea, Ray needs a set of half size sockets for swollen lug nut removal, and improper torque stick use all get time on this week's show. Larry Montanez from P&L Consultants joins the boys to talk about his job as a post-collision inspector and what you can expect when you "only" need a small repair after an auto accident...you'll be amazed at what you can learn by listening to this show.  On Instagram: @real_motormouthradio and on You Tube: https://youtu.be/UZgtYF2OdQMSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mmr-11-30-2025--68809410