Under The Lift With DD Speed Shop
Under the Lift with DD Speed Shop is a Canadian podcast about home-built hot rods, life in the garage, and the occasional 'what were we thinking?' moment. Hosted by Dan and Dannie, the show covers building cars themselves, talking shop, and keeping it fun. The podcast aims to inspire listeners that if they can build it, so can you.
Episodes
Changing How I Build Cars
I've built so many cars over the years, and there is a difference in maybe not how I build the cars, but how I approach the build. Lets dig into it!
Came Home to A Yard Full of Broken Hot Rods
We rolled back into town after a great road trip, only to find out every single one of our cars had given up on us. The Nova, The Ford Truck, Dannie's 57- all broke in one way or another.
When the Love of Cars Is All That Keeps You Going - Speedway Joe Tells us How It Is!
Every build has that moment when the excitement fades and the hard work feels endless. Speedway Joe knows a thing or two about making it happen for the build. He shares his deep love for building and his journey working at Speedway Motors and how that connection fuels his passion for all things hot rods.
The Dangers Of Skipping A Nut And Bolt Check Before Driving THOUSANDS of Miles!
We’re getting our hot rod road-ready for a big trip down to Lincoln, Nebraska! In this episode, Dan and Dannie share the behind-the-scenes chaos of prepping the car, talk about what we’re most excited to see on the road, and highlight our must-visit stop — the Museum of American Speed. Plus, we finally crack the case of why the Chevy II was leaking transmission fluid (spoiler: it wasn’t what we ex
How Do You Define A Hot Rod?
In this episode of Under the Lift, Dan and Dannie dig into the age-old debate: what actually makes a hot rod a hot rod? We talk about spending your money where it really counts, building the car the way you want—not what anyone else says is “right”—and why the best finishing touch is taking it on the road. From shakedown miles to cross-country cruises, every road trip is the ultimate test drive to
I've Never Been More Mad At A Car In My Life!
The Only cure for the anger Dan is feeling in the garage today is GIANT Mozza Sticks. Plus we sold the Nova to the PERFECT new owner! Here's what we've been up to in the shop!
Auction Dreams Crushed… We are Stuck With What We Got!
The auction didn’t go our way this time, so instead of bringing home a new project, we put our focus back into fine-tuning the Chevy Gasser. From chasing down the little details that make a big difference, to navigating the usual Marketplace tire-kickers, we share what it’s really like keeping these old cars on the road. Plus, some thoughts on the Calgary hot rod scene and why it might not be the
Wrench Less, Live More: Finding Balance in the Garage
This week we’re slowing down just enough to ask the big questions—like what’s the point of wrenching if you never stop to actually live a little? We dive into motorcycle safety (because thrills are only fun if you survive them), why it’s okay to step back from the grind and just enjoy life, and how our new garage stacks up against the old one. Spoiler: the memories are as good as the machines.
Don’t Be That Guy – The Lowdown on Car Scams & Shady Buyers
In this episode, we break down the surprising differences between building a Nova and a Camaro (even when the work’s almost identical), what it really takes to be a true car builder, and the shady side of the hobby—like the guys who lowball and scam people, even sweet old ladies, out of their classic cars. Buckle up, because we’ve got opinions.
Deepfake Builds and Digital Grease—Are We Doomed?
Is AI going to take over automotive content? We talk real vs. robotic wrenching, recap Deuce Days (including that rear-end surprise), and share how watching our neighbor roast tires reminded us why we still do this—one rough project at a time.
Why the Classic Car Scene Might Not Survive | Real Talk with Riddler Winner JF Kustoms
Dan sits down with special guest JF from Killer Customs to tackle the big question: Where is the classic car industry headed? From rising costs to shifting mentalities, they dive into what’s changing, what’s worth preserving, and how we can all help keep the hot rod spirit alive. Whether you're building on a budget, dreaming big, or just trying to keep your project running—this one’s for the true
They Drive Their Hot Rods – So We Bought a Supercharger to Keep Up
We met some absolute legends this week—real hot rodders who actually drive their builds, not just polish them. Between burnouts, roadside chats, and some seriously thoughtful gifts in the mail, we are just so blessed.Oh, and in true DD Speed Shop fashion, we celebrated by buying another completely unnecessary supercharger. Because obviously, that’s what you do when you're feeling inspired and slig
I'm Tired Of Building Hot Rods- Where do we go from here?
In this episode, we talk about what happens when you've built all the hot rods you ever wanted — and somehow still find yourself driving across Provinces to pick up another rusty junker. Are we addicted to the build? Is the chase better than the prize? Or are we just bad at relaxing? Buckle up for some existential grease-stained rambling, road trip chaos, and the one car we swore we didn’t need… b
And Just Like That- Everything Went Wrong!
Well, the title kinda says it all doesn't it. Much like the stories we are telling today, the podcast also has everything go wrong with it today- lawn mowers, dying cameras, audio weirdness! But hey, that's hot rodding for ya! And just like we talk about in today's episode, it's all about getting over the hurdles and moving forward.
Power Tour Was A No-Go, We've Got Enough Chaos Here!
After a long podcast nap, we’re back—in this episode, we talk about why we ghosted, what’s different now, why we didn't end up on Power Tour and what chaos you can expect coming up!
Youtuber's have RUINED the car hobby for everyone.
Have Youtuber's ruined the car hobby for the rest of us? Mur and Dan discuss if that's really the case, and how Karma can have a big role in your next big car purchase. Oh, and Dannie is there too.
Power Tour Sucks! YOU'RE The Problem
Today we switch it up. Though we would go for a drive and discuss some hard hitting topics. Power tour 2024 just ended and I saw way more posts of people complaining than enjoying it. It's supposed to be fun, enjoy the suck! Mur shows ya few new tools and we talk about buying a few new cars. Happy fathers day to everyone out there! Check Out The Merch! https://www.ddspeedshop.ca/
Market Place Disaster! BUYER BEWARE
We're back at it! Today we check in on Mur and his progress with the Bricklin. He's working at an old man pace but making progress. Once we get back home we talk about buying and selling cars online. You know how than car go.... We finish off by talking about the benefits and problems with new cars. I'm a vintage car guy through and through. Check Out The Merch! https://www.ddspeedshop.ca/ Send us
Changes coming to DD Speed Shop?
In this episode of DD Speed Shop, we share major updates and exciting news. We address the elephant in the room about Hot Rod Power Tour, handling the frustrations of car building, and our search for a new property. Plus we open some packages that got Dannie EXCITED!, and some more Mur tool reviews!
Back on the Road: Nova Repairs and Classic Chevy Choices
Join Dan and Mur as they get the Nova ready for the road with a new hood and some shine juice. Learn essential battery safety tips to avoid shocks, hear Mur's relationship-saving advice for couples, and find out if Dani and Dan cho0se to keep their four-door'55 Chevy original. Perfect for classic car enthusiasts of all levels!
The Power of Perseverance: doing whatever you can to put the hotrod back on the road
We roll up our sleeves and tackle one of the most frustrating aspects of automotive repair: stubborn bolts. We've all been there, wrestling with a bolt that just won't budge, feeling the frustration mount as we try every trick in the book to loosen it.But fear not, fellow gearheads, for we have a secret weapon in our arsenal: Loctite. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of threadlockers
Behind the YouTube Curtain: Decoding Algorithms, Shrinkflation, and Car Talk
https://bluechew.com/ Promo Code: DDSS Thanks again to BlewChew for sponsoring today's podcast. We get a lot of questions about YouTube, how you get started and how you become successful. And Mur's got a bee in his bonnet about shrinkflation! Check Out The Merch! https://www.ddspeedshop.ca/
Revving Nostalgia: Old Cars and Tool Tales
https://bluechew.com/ promo code DDSS Today we chat about selling off a bunch of cars in the fleet, the tools you MUST have and can openers? It was a pretty eventful conversation. Check Out The Merch! https://www.ddspeedshop.ca/
Electric cars are WORSE for the environment than we thought? Hot Rods forever!
We're back at it again! Dan, Mur and Dannie discuss everything from electric cars to the importance of oil changes (seriously, you need to change your oil.) What do you think is better for the environment?
The airing of grievances!
Charging for power windows, radio use and no spare tires?! What are new cars coming to these days? We update folks on the 66 Biscayne we gave away and learn that boosting a battery is NOT the way to go!
Revving Up Memories: Tales from the Garage. "DAN DID WHAT?"
Mur is back and ready to spill all of Dan's embarrassing car moments from his youth! We answer the question why Mur is Mur and not Dad, what happened to the headlight on the Caprice, and why Dan was the main cause of Mur's stress as a kid!
