2025 Rewind: Rubicon Wins, Transmission Fails, and Dirthead Dave

In this episode of the DPV Podcast, Josh and Alex return to where the journey started—Alex's dad’s shop—to recap an incredible 2025 and look ahead to their 2026 builds. It was a year defined by the "Pain and Victory" cycle, featuring everything from an 1,800-mile trek from Arizona in a Suburban with no 3rd gear to the heartbreak of a snapped memory card losing a prime video project. The guys celebrate major 2025 victories, including finishing the Jeep’s roll cage, conquering the Rubicon Trail, and the pure joy of wheeling with Dirthead Dave. Looking forward to 2026, the calendar is wide open but the goals are big: getting "Bob" to the OG Gambler, completing a third motor swap on "Grandpa’s Truck," and finally getting the "White Suburban" road-ready for daily driving. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or still on the sidelines, the guys are here to push you into the garage with their new "Stop Watching, Start Wrenching" starter kit—a free guide and budget tracker to help you get your project trail-ready for the 2026 cruise season. Wheel it, Wreck it, Wrench it, Repeat! Download the DPV Starter Pack!!! https://daysofpainandvictory.com/starter-pack/ Get some new grips at Priority Tire!!! https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101439308-13667289 Join our mailing list for sneak peeks and more! http://eepurl.com/inlcEs MERCH!!! https://days-of-pain-and-victory.company.site