3 Pedals Podcast

3 Pedals Podcast
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3 Pedals Podcast is where real car culture lives. This show dives deep into the world of enthusiasts, German engineering, and the stories behind the builds, the drivers, and the communities that keep car culture alive. From Mk2s to M3s, BBS wheels to backroad pulls, and garage talk to industry insights, every episode brings raw conversations with builders, drivers, creators, and the people who shape the automotive scene. No fluff — just passion, personality, and the love of three pedals IG Socials @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

Episodes

  1. 11 HR AGO

    EP #009 AJ Garron - World Crush - Car Dad - Synchronized Spirit

    This week, Al, Dan, Mike and AJ roll through a chaotic mix of shop life, industry drama, and pure enthusiast storytelling. minor injuries, and the everyday annoyances that come with wrenching and recording. From there, the crew dives the dream‑garage mindset, and the generational slang that keeps everyone confused on a Friday afternoon. The conversation shifts into motorsport strategy as the guys break down Mercedes’ clever F1 tactics and how racing regulations keep evolving. They also tackle Jim Farley’s viral “$120K mechanic” claim and what it really says about the auto industry. AJ shares his early car journey—from Chevy Blazers to VR6 Volkswagens—before the crew revisits the rise of World Crush and its transformation into Synchronized Spirit. Road‑trip disasters, Jetta wagon chaos, and the pain of long‑term builds take center stage next, followed by deep dives into turbo Audi dreams, 944 07K swaps, outlaw Porsche culture, and the novelty of rare cars. The guys explore OEM+ philosophy, why some enthusiasts treat cars as better investments than stocks, and the sentimental value that keeps certain builds around forever. The episode winds down with a mechanic’s origin story, final thoughts on social media, and—naturally—a surprising detour into the unexpected joys of raising chickens IG Socials - @Ajsmind @cardad603 @Synchronizedspirit @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    2h 45m

  2. 13 APR

    EP #008 Andrew Harper - Air Cooled thingys and Mic Drops

    Al, Dan, Mike and Andrew dive into a massive spread of enthusiast life, dealership realities, and deep‑cut VW culture in this packed episode. Things kick off with garage updates and a look at Dan’s nonstop project rotation before the crew gets into diagnosing modern Volkswagens — from scan tools and sensors to the headache of bricked ID.4s. The conversation shifts into VW’s surprising partnership moves, the madness of fleet orders, and the chaos of house hunting, followed by stories from local meets, Concord’s Cars & Coffee, and a Touareg plow airbag scare. From there, the guys explore everything from Bugatti’s legacy and VW’s forgotten supercar concepts to the struggle of making money on budget project cars. As the episode rolls on, the crew digs into VW transmission evolution, rare parts hunting, air‑cooled wisdom, and the Northeast Unity Cruise. They share memories tied to the music that shaped their driving years, revisit long‑term builds like the 10‑year Beetle project, and talk through the quirks of VW Things, Buses, and the realities of owning expensive German cars. Things wrap with Andrew’s new B5 wagon, the evolution of in‑car entertainment, why pre‑purchase inspections matter more than ever, and a look at Mike’s role in fleet strategy before the episode signs off. IG Socials - @Andrew_harper94 @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    2h 32m

  3. 6 APR

    EP #007 Just the 3 of us (Secret Phrase)

    In this episode, Al, Mike and Dan cover a wide stretch of real‑world car culture, dealership life, and the chaos of everyday enthusiast ownership. We kick things off by breaking down how the car‑sales draw system actually works, then dive into the messy world of warranty claims on modified cars. From there, the conversation moves through VW’s evolving tech, rare Golf R Spectrum colors, and personal life updates from the shop floor to the softball field. Dan brings updates on his VR6 turbo Rabbit build, plus stories from recent concerts and the never‑ending adventure of buying and selling cars on Facebook Marketplace.We also get into the NH housing market, parenting teenagers, and a nostalgic look back at 80s automotive legends — including a deep dive into Saab ownership. The episode wraps with a look at the evolution of air‑ride systems, Dan’s latest market place finds with a Phaeton saga, and a forward‑thinking chat about VW’s future, including 2027 Atlas colors, hybrid tech, and what’s next for the podcast. IG Socials - @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    2h 47m

  4. 31 MAR

    EP #006 Ben Jensen and DJ Theriault - Are pre 2k cars your favorite too?

    I sit down with Ben Jensen and DJ Theriault to talk about Pre 2k cars, why are they so great ? Were the 90s a superior decade for cars or was it the 80s? we discuss some of the iconic cars that stood out for us and what they did for car culture in general. Instagram Socials @DJ_theriault @jen_bensen @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    1hr 18min

  5. 23 MAR

    EP #005 Greg Tonseth - MK2s with 16Vs FTW

    In this episode, we sit down with Greg Tonseth to dive into his journey through the automotive world—from getting his start working on cars to becoming an Audi technician at a dealership. We talk about his early builds, what got him hooked on cars, and why MK2s with 16V setups still hit different. Greg shares real insight into dealership life, the challenges of working on modern vehicles, and the passion that keeps him in the game. Whether you’re into classic builds, Euro cars, or just hearing how people turn their passion into a career, this episode is packed with stories, knowledge, and car culture. Instagram Socials @Gtonseth @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    1hr 38min

  6. 16 MAR

    EP #004 Ben Jensen - This Ain't Grampa's truck

    we sit down with Ben Jensen to talk about day to day dealings with running the front end of a small independent shop in his town , his wide array of cars and Facebook market place dealings. Instagram Socials @jen_bensen @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    2h 41m

  7. 10 MAR

    EP #003 Tim Connors (TCB Motorworks) The G60s are only cool in Europe

    In this episode, Al sits down with Tim Connors of TCB Motorworks for a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood corners of VW culture: the legendary G60 era. To the quirks, failures, and cult‑classic moments that shaped the platform, this conversation is pure gold for anyone who loves German engineering with personality. Tim brings real‑world shop experience, stories from the trenches, and a perspective only a builder can give. Expect laughs, hot takes, and a few myths getting crushed along the way. What You’ll Hear: Why the G60 platform is iconic The reality of owning, maintaining, and modifying a G‑charger Tim’s journey building TCB Motorworks Car stories, shop talk, and the kind of honesty only real enthusiasts deliver Near the end of the episode Dan shares a heartfelt tribute to his dog Luke. Even while living with a heart condition, Luke showed incredible courage, strength, and a joyful spirit that brought hope to everyone around him. He became more than just Dan’s companion—Luke was part of the shop family and well known to many in the car community who followed his story and loved him. Perfect For: Drivers who love German cars, VW nerds, Mk2/Mk3 fans, and anyone who appreciates raw, unfiltered car culture. Instagram Socials @g6otim @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    2h 25m

  8. 3 MAR

    EP #002 Shane O’Rourke… wait, you can’t drift a Volkswagen!?

    We have Shane ORourke with us to talk about drifting , how he got into, what he drives and some of his past cars Instagram Socials @thvt.poorvette @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    59 min

  9. 24 FEB

    EP #001 Origin Story

    We introduce ourselves and give a short break down of how we got into cars, first cars, what we do for a living to support being a car enthusiast, Instagram Socials @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

    1hr 31min
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3 Pedals Podcast is where real car culture lives. This show dives deep into the world of enthusiasts, German engineering, and the stories behind the builds, the drivers, and the communities that keep car culture alive. From Mk2s to M3s, BBS wheels to backroad pulls, and garage talk to industry insights, every episode brings raw conversations with builders, drivers, creators, and the people who shape the automotive scene. No fluff — just passion, personality, and the love of three pedals IG Socials @3pedalspodcast @karrehaus @kap0ne @danjpendleton @drive.werks @send__it

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    3 Pedals Podcast
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  • Episodes
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