Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer

Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer


Latest Episodes

Finding lost power in a gas engine. 908-652-0154
August 18, 2025

Originally published 10/21/2020. I help a listener diagnose a weak GM 366 in a TopKick.

A completely wrong diagnosis. 908-652-0154. Aired 8/9/25
August 16, 2025

How following what I thought was a clue lead me down the rabbit hole. How following what I thought was a clue lead me down the rabbit hole.

A simple life. 908-652-0154
August 13, 2025

This week Ray laments over how complex life has become.

Should you buy new, preowned or keep the equipment that you have? 908-652-0154
August 11, 2025

Originally published 10/14/2020. Take an analytical approach to machinery purchases.

Understanding a catalytic converter. 908-652-0154. Aired 8/2/25
August 09, 2025

It has been around since 1975. It is time we get to know it better.

Why I dislike rear disc brakes. 908-652-0154
August 06, 2025

Does the consumer care as long as the vehicles stops?

Driving (operating) for economy. 908-652-0154
August 04, 2025

Originally published 10/7/2020. It makes sense to squeeze every fuel dollar your farm spends.

A listener’s question about a MAP sensor. 908-652-0154. Aired 7/26/25
August 02, 2025

Once it is understood it makes sense.

Enjoy maximum efficiency with your  A/C system. 908-652-0154
July 30, 2025

Following the proper protocols make a world of difference.

The lost art of diagnosing. 908-652-0154
July 28, 2025

Originally published 9/30/2020. Taking a methodical approach to find the problem.