Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

Steve Hole with help from family & Will of course! has been involved in the VW show scene for over 30 years on the west coast with their family started VW show series with Bugorama. They soon were the premire VW show circuit for a decade or more. With shows in Sacramento, Irvine Ca, Phoenix & Las Vegas. He and his family & friends have created events that have created opportunities for our VW families to grow outside of our city. We get his history & back story to all of these events. http://www.bugformance.com/ http://www.bugoramaracingseries.com/ http://www.bugorama.com/

Steve Phillips started working on VWs when he was 10 years old.Steve has been a pioneer in bus suspension. in the early 80s he was driving a lowered bus. He patented the front bus adjustable beam. Was at the start of Bus Boys unti; deceptive business practices forced him to leave. He started Wolfgang International in 1993.

Keith Seume has Authored 12 VW Specific books including "California Look VW" now know as the Cal look Bible. plus many others. He Launched Volksworld magazine and Ultra VW. Has accomplished many first in the UK for the VW scene. Hes Also a Member of us Cal look club DKP

Jason Weiler & Jared Winton being hardcore VW enthusiast and disgusted with low quality parts. Decide to create their own company with new products accessories for VWs. From fender washers to dip sticks & distributor clamps. Heres their website https://rosswulf.com/

MOFOCO has been producing cylinder heads since the early 90s. Cast & Manufactured completely in the USA. The detail put into these heads is impressive. Hear some VW history out of Milwaukee Wisconsin. Roy has over 30 years of experience in building VW engines. His Website is https://www.mofoco.com/

Slammed busses or airbagsGet to know Nate Curtis with Wagens West. Hes been producing some innovative suspension and air bag set ups. From barn door to bay window they do it all. On this in-depth interview.

on this podcast we review top 5 hobby related things to do while you have more time on your hands. Some VW reading, Long term projects & organizing and sorting your parts. Classifieds

On this episode we talk about how the Virus is impacting the show scene. also we talk about the Vegas Is Back Weekend October 15-18. What to expect. Stories from Octo. And as always brotherly banter!!

Calus Missing is one of the administrators of the Hebmuller Registry & early Karmann convertible sites. Hes a wealth of information. If you wanted to know about Hebmullers & early Karmanns here it is. https://www.karmann1952.de/home.html https://www.hebmueller-registry.com/home.html

RK Smith is a photo journalist that worked for Hot VWs magazine for over 35 years. He started in the industry with media Legend Tom Mcmullen. Hes shot thousands of cars & had over 240 Covers of Hot VWs magazine. A true legend in the VW scene. For the companion click https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

Joe Horvath started Revmaster in 1959. He hired Dean Lowrey & Lee Leighton at EMPI. Then moved on to start Revmaster. He's invented many different innovations in the VW work that we all benefit from today. Great Guy & Legend. Revmaster today makes VW aviation engines and 3.0L Race engines. http://revmasteraviation.com/ https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

Father & Son Ron & Kevin Trewhella have been working on VW's in the High Desert for years. They recently have been working with AMR 500 Superchargers. We discuss the capabilities & limitations to theses kits as well as their history. Their facebook page

On this episode we interview Yumel Figgers the owner of the car. Tristan Belisimo the Instagram Connection. And Ismael Membreno the brave soul who left work on break to go look for the ghia when he got more than he bargained for with a chase that ended up in the Type 34 ghia recovery. follow theses guys @volksfamilia @maestrophoto https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khZWJ9uhh1w

On this episode we talk about our projects. Pre purchase tips, Our big Bug find in Arizona. Skating at an old age. We answer some listener questions. Why quality cost money and upcoming shows we will be at. See you at OCTO.

Brien Hamrick is with USA Kombi Connection. He imports Buses, Pumas, Brazilias,Ghia TC, and any other cool VW you fancy from Brazil. click her for his facebook All you need to know about importing a VW Bus from Brazil

David explains to us the birth of the real street class. How he started Drag racing. Hes worked at the Kaddie Shack, OC Bug Werks, Brothers Machine & AA performance.

Kurt has been a staple in the east coast for performance engines through his shop Vintage performance. You should remember his VW Trends cover April 2004 with his 1968 10 second Beetle. We talk about turbo engines. How he builds them and what he likes for engine combos. Enjoy!

Bruce Meyers changed the world when the Meyers Manx was created. Hes an artist an Author & from the greatest generation. Hear how it all started. He was the first to go from Tj to Lapaz Mex with a buggy for time. That started the Mexico 1000 which became the Baja 1000. At 93 years young hes still working on new projects. A true renaissance man! Bruce is a legend!

Ray has been influential in the VW scene since the eary 80's with his VW Lil Dreamer a 11 Second street car. Then in 2001 HVWs cover with his Chopped 64' Turbo'd Ghia. And now his Engine graced the cover of October 2019 Hot VWs 2400cc 400 hp injected street beast! Click the link below for pictures of some of the cars we talk about. https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

The barn door roadster, his 1955 Barn door Bus. Doug has been involved in the VW scene for 30 years. Selling parts at pomona to pay for his collage. And manufacturing some parts too. He is a contributing photographer for Airmighty magazine Blog has pics for visuals https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

Les Steger has been in the VW scene in the east coast since the late 60s. Hear what it takes to put on an event like Bug out and his history in the VW scene on the south east coast.He also owned Les' Buggy Shop. Here is a link to his site https://www.bugouts.com/

I tell the story of how & where I found my 67 Deluxe. The details of how I decided what details to put into it. I announce the 2020 Bug Giveaway. Next year is gonna be great! My Bus Video

Bill & George discuss the frustration of low quality parts manufactured for Volkswagens. SEMA VWs on display. For Sale Ads. What the heck happened at EMPI https://aircooledautos.com/

We talk to Michael Anderson from dubfab & Joe McCrae from Rustology Garage. Michael is an expert on VW suspension especially with buses. Joe specializes in metal work & rust replacement and 21 & 23 conversions. check out their sights below. https://www.dubfab.com/ https://rustologygarage.com/

Hear what took place to start 914 rubber. How this homegrown business is finding its place in the aftermarket world creating parts for the forgotten VW / Porsche. Thinking about buying a 914 theres some good information on this podcast. https://914rubber.com/ https://www.facebook.com/914Rubber/

Bill Schwimmer has been involved in the VW scene since the early 80's. Growing up in Orange CA the heartbeat of the Cal-look scene. You'll remember his Pepto squareback that was recreated by Russell Ricthie. Hear about how DKP 3 Gets started again. We talk about BRM's, The DKP Pre Classic meet at Nicks Burger. And lots of history. Enjoy DKP Facebook https://www.dkpcarclub.com/

Alex Arradondo is one of Hot VWs premier photographers. He has changed the game with his dual exposure & studio style photography. His close connection to the DBK Compound has given him the opportunity to debut some unbelievable rides. Alex is also not new to the game. His first magazine debut was in Hot VWs may 1987 with Bad Temper II Check that out Here

Dean Kirsten worked at Fleming & Aronson High performance, then Hot VWs magazine from 1977 to 2015. We discuss his history, His career at the magazine. His thoughts on magazines today. The competition with VW Trends and the demise they saw coming. His facebook is Here Follow along the blog companion Here

Micheal Bream is the founder & owner of EV West. They are the premier Electric conversion Speed shop. They sell all the components to convert your VW to full electric. we discuss cost, Performance, range & the limitations of an EV conversion to your VW. Check out his website Here EV West youtube channel Here

We interview Bob Daniels. Promoter of the Back to the 80's Meet at Prado. His 56 Oval is on the October 2019 Volksworld Cover. We also talk a bit about the east coast VW Scene. Check out the podcast Companion https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

Lee & I discuss the 68 type 34 Karmann Ghia with 63K original miles going through the auction at Barrett Jackson. Also this cars history. What personal experience Lee has with this car. What effect the result could have on the Type 34 market. Listen along for some great insight on VWs at Barrett Jackson. Click the link to see this car HERE

Scott Mann has been into building VW Based 914s with V8 conversions. Talk about a niche market. His Love started with VW's and 914s Were built by VW. He is a Pro driver and driving instructor We talk about water cooled conversions. Check out his site here http://www.renegadehybrids.com/ He also holds the patent on the stack lite trailer. The 20' stacker trailer. It tows easy and does not take a mile to park or store. Its also designed to be towed by a 1/2 ton truck. check it out here https://stacklitetrailers.com/

Joels been known most famously for his Quick & Dirty Drag Bug. He has ran drag racing classes with Kadrons and holds the record for Kadron racing. Has spent years in the VW industry Building Engines & Transmissions. He also developed a Kadron Turbo Kit. Listen & learn of his history & experience with Volkswagens. We talk about head technology & Low cost performance engines. His site is Here Follow along with the podcast companion Here

Aaron Kahan is the owner of the 67 Bug displayed at the El Prado show this year in the "back to the 80's display. Hear the story on how this car was put away and then dusted off and now back on the road. Same owner since it was built! Also Aaron is a member of Burbank Choppers a So Cal traditional Hot Rodder club. Podcast companion https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

How to save some buses. Cecil Read stumbled across 6 Buses back in 2015. This is the official story of how they were found and who got them. All of theses buses are back on the road thanks to all the people that took the effort to gat them all roadworthy. Don Eastman, Tony Brown, Pete Wansgard, Scott Maxwell, Scott Wyatt, Dave Kindig, Matt Dinublio

Topics discussed 100hp Type 4 Driver combo, the search for my 63 rag top. How do people pay for these 50-100k Builds. Bills thoughts on the new EMPI Podcast. Progress on the White Split, Bullrun Bus, and the Carbon Cab. Follow along here https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

We continue the conversation with Scott Kelley. We hear the history of how VWs got into battle of the imports. How NHRA changes the import drag racing scene. How Ron Lummus helped innovate in the FWD chassis design. Also the new racing series that are out there.

Scott Kelley has been drag racing VWs for 30 years in his VW fastback "Bullet" His father Larry Kelley started racing in the mid 60s with all of the VW racing veterans. Find out his Story, how he got VWs accepted in the import racing scene. Hear about all the challenges to get our VWs accepted in the import racing world from the guy who kept making waves till they let us in. Like Scott's page here Scott Kelley FB to follow along with Pics & Video at the LTD blog https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog

On this episode we talk about whats going on with EMPI. The NEW ownership. Their Change of direction. Recently Jack Sacchette with JayCee joined the company. Then the announcment of David Pipoly with the Compound Built designing parts. After hearing this podcast you may change what you think about the future of EMPI! Dont forget to support the podcast https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

On this episode. Bill & George discuss the feedback on the all metal body. Talk about the new changes with EMPI and some bus knowledge. Shot out to listeners who reviews & some basic bus spotting differences.

We talk to Chris Baker from Classic Steel Body. We find out how this came about & the quality of the products. We also talk about what separate parts that are available. Chris has been in the automotive industry for the last 20 years. Specializing in sheet metal reproduction. Check out his site https://classicsteelbody.com/ Here is the link to find out what your state does with title law. Click Here Support the podcast https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

East Coast Shops We interview Chris Jr & Sr about their restoration shop in Congers NY. They restore mostly vintage original restorations. He has a large youtube following Click Here We talk about how they started the business and where they're headed. Check out their website https://www.classicvwbugs.com/

Bob Lacoste is part of the Trio at the compound. He puts a lot of work into the stunning cars that come out of the compound. The mega detail. We talk about the OCD that it takes to get that detailed. His history in the VW scene working for BFY and staring his own shop before coming to the compound.To see the stunning work they do click Here We also talk about his super clean black square back that was featured in May 06' Hot VWs

On this Episode we talk about, the end of the Beetle, The new VW Bus chassis, Da New Hawaiian look. The Bullrun Bus gets some updates. How the internet and modern media has surpassed the power of print media and open the door for VW entrepreneurship. The Good and bad of internet started businesses. Bus Front suspension. Pros and cons and what the future holds for Bus suspension. Get Lets Talk Dubs gear Here

On this episode we discuss, Engine building, Head design & Flow, Camshafts, Oils, Lifters. We get the backstory on the engine builder shoot out. How he's able to guarantee horsepower on his engines. Check out CB Performance https://www.cbperformance.com Don't forget to review and rate the podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-dubs/id1448144055 And like us on facebook Here Support the podcast by buying shirts & Hats https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

We talk to Dave Cormack former editor & Photographer for VW Trends & Hot Vws. Hear his story about Empi's Joe Vittone. Gene Berg, The rivalry between Hot VWs & VW Trends For the blog click https://www.letstalkdubs.com/blog To support the podcast https://www.letstalkdubs.com/store.html

On this Episode we talk with David Heard. David currently puts on 3 shows in the Bay Area. Bus Fest, Bug Bash & SOTO meet. David has been an influential force in the VW Bus scene for quite some time. We talk about what happened to SOTO the challenges of being a club president & getting out of the scene then going all in with 2 New events! Its a great history lesson on the 80-90's bus scene and great stories! Sit back and enjoy! for the bugbash click HERE for SOTO click HERE

We talk about getting hooked on the VW scene in France. Then come to the USA and join the Iconic DKP car club! We talk to the "tall French guy" Stephan about how he got here, followed his passion & transitioned into the VW industry as a leading Journalist, photographer & author of 2 books. Click Here for his FB page Check us out at https://www.letstalkdubs.com Support us and buy some swag here Fresh Dub Gear and our youtube channel here! Lets Talk Dubs Videos

Update on the first weekend of the So cal VW week. Talk about the DKP me Concourse De elegance & Bug in 44! We also talk to Aj Batista with East Tennessee Air Cooled about their event Bugging the Dragon On June 15th to see a video for the Bugin click here Bug in 44 Vid FB link to AJs event click here https://www.facebook.com/events/2105780032851665/

We talk to bus hunter and Skinner Classics owner Robert Skinner. Listen to cool stories about barn finds also the "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" bus and his latest project the Light Bus from Woodstock.