Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer

Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer


Latest Episodes

Why your shop needs an oscilloscope. 908-652-0154
June 09, 2025

Originally published 8/12/2020. A tool for the next generation of farm machines.

Learning how to learn. 908-652-0154. Aired 5/31/25
June 07, 2025

As technology is brought to the farm, we need to rethink how we learn.

A unique look at the GM 6.2-liter engine issue. 908-652-0154
June 04, 2025

Ray offers his thoughts on the GM engine recall. I warn youit is different than most that you heard.

How intake valve deposits rob power. 908-652-0154
June 02, 2025

Originally published 8/5/2020. The engine may not be tired... just carboned-up.

Maximizing your machinery ROI. 908-652-0154. Aired 5/24/25
May 31, 2025

Maintaining resale value is one step in the profitability of your operation.

How to avoid catastrophic machinery failures. 908-652-0154.
May 28, 2025

In this episode Ray looks at three unique cases. Each failure was caused by a laissez-faire mindset.

Dirty electricity and the modern farm machine. 908-652-0154
May 26, 2025

Originally published 7/29/2020. Where to look when things go wrong.

The carburetor is often not the culprit. 908-652-0154. Aired 5/17/25
May 24, 2025

It is easy to blame a small engine that is hard starting on the carburetor, but it is often innocent.

Are we on the verge of a machinery renaissance? 908-652-0154
May 21, 2025

There are some signs that new versions of old tools may be making a comeback.

When wheel balancing is not enough. 908-652-0154
May 19, 2025

Originally published 7/22/2020. Taking balance to the next level.