Talbots Turn Fast Podcast

In this episode I review the challenges and lessons learned while dialing in my Gen3 Hemi swap. I also review some basic preparations before taking the car to participate in Holley’s Moparty Grand Champion event.

Jimi Day is the CEO of FM3 Marketing who is responsible for events such as Optima Search for the Ultimate Street Car, Holley’s LS Fest, Ford Fest, Moparty, Roadkill Nights, and many more. In this episode, Jimi tells us how an early banking career led him to starting the ultimate automotive marketing company. We talk about the early years of Optima Search for the Ultimate Street Car as well as cover each of the upcoming Holley events.

In this episode, Jake Burton discusses how his straightforward setup in his Foxbody Mustang serves as both a testing ground and training resource for a future project. He plans to apply the insights gained from this current vehicle to a specially built car. Jake also reflects on his recently finished Autocross Week, highlighting how careful planning and preparation contributed to its success.

Bryant Morris is the owner and builder of a 1971 Ford Maverick. We delve into the car's history and the challenges of working with a platform that lacks commercially available handling components. Additionally, we explore the different events he usually takes part in.

This is the introduction episode of Talbot's Turn Fast Podcast. I describe my reasons and goals for the podcast along with a some personal background information about myself and my car.