192. Jay Meagher on Engine Building, the Next Generation, Land Speed Racing, and Supra Updates
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Jay Meagher of RS Garage joins us to break down engine building, fastener science, and what it really takes to build high-horsepower cars. From 2JZ setups and transmission choices to the reality of running a performance shop, this episode dives deep into both the technical and business sides of the industry.
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00:00 Intro
00:55 The Future of the Car Scene
03:27 Modding Cheap Cars, Rust & Barrier to Entry
07:46 Best Platforms for Young Builders and Picking The First Build
13:43 Learning Cars Today (YouTube, ChrisFix, Info Access)
17:35 What Jay Is Still Learning (Business, Ethics & Hardware)
20:58 Engine Building vs Tuning
24:05 Fastener Science (Torque, Clamp Load & Failures)
32:13 Advanced Hardware, Materials & Engine Mistakes
34:49 The Supra Build: Starting Over
37:09 Transmission Talk, Liberty, Dog Boxes & Reliability
41:22 The “Fun Zone” for Power
44:02 Shop Growth: Hiring, Teaching & Paying Talent
01:07:40 Engine Break-In, Startup Process & First Run Philosophy
01:15:30 Data, Tuning Approach & Real-World Testing Mindset
01:24:26 Cooling Strategy, Power Delivery & Traction Reality
01:33:00 Compression Ratio, Fuel Choice & Engine Durability
01:58:00 ECU Control, Throttle Limiting & Managing Big Power
02:08:30 Business, Money & Long-Term Thinking in the Industry
02:17:11 Life Perspective & Closing Thoughts