Episodios

  • Sandy Wilkins of Wilkins Racing Engines

    Sandy Wilkins of Wilkins Racing Engines
    Apr 18 2026
    Go inside the highly successful "small" business that is Wilkins Racing Engines with Hidden Horsepower. Sandy Wilkins joins Keith Jones and Joe Castello for a in depth conversation about his career as a engine builder, his business, and his racing career. Wilkins, who started his career as an educator, breaks down the lessons he learned at Roush Yates Racing Engines while on the road to becoming a World Champion NHRA Top Sportsman racer. The lessons of the past are always valuable regardless of how high tech things become in the world of engine building. Sandy and Keith discuss ring seal technology, and WFO Joe ever produces some behind the scenes content from Sandy's last race win. This is a fun episode filled with life lessons and information.
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    1 h y 10 m
  • Chris Straub - Straub Technologies - PRI 2025

    Chris Straub - Straub Technologies - PRI 2025
    Mar 18 2026
    Chris Straub of Straub Technologies makes his yearly appearance at the Total Seal booth. Chris provides a preview of the road ahead for the performance industry. New parts, new engines, and a great attitude for the machine shop in Piney Flats, Tennessee. Keith Jones and Joe Castello host.
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    14 m
  • Gary Stinnett - Blow by as a tuning tool - PRI 2025

    Gary Stinnett - Blow by as a tuning tool - PRI 2025
    Mar 16 2026
    Gary Stinnett returns to the Total Seal booth for a deep discussion about "blow by" as a tuning tool in the dyno room. Total Seal's Keith Jones and Gary have an eye opening conversation about best practices and the right tools. Gary also gives an update on his break out product, FOGGIT. A visit by Stinnett is a yearly part of PRI.
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    13 m
  • Josh Hart - A New Beginning - PRI 2025

    Josh Hart - A New Beginning - PRI 2025
    Mar 14 2026
    John Force Racing's new Top Fuel driver, Josh Hart, stops by the Total Seal booth to preview his 2026 NHRA Drag Racing season. Spoiler Alert: He did pretty well by winning his first race! Hart who also owns the massive BURNYZZ Speed Shop in Ocala, Florida discusses learning from the legend John Force, and the automotive high-performance industry as a whole.
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    9 m
  • Keith Simmons - An Insider's Perspective - PRI 2025

    Keith Simmons - An Insider's Perspective - PRI 2025
    Feb 21 2026
    The Hidden Horsepower podcast goes live on location from the bustling Total Seal booth at the 2025 PRI Trade Show, bringing you an exclusive insider's view straight from the heart of the performance racing industry. Join host Joe Castello and Total Seal's own Keith Jones as they sit down with renowned industry veteran and engine builder Keith Simmons. With decades of experience building championship-winning engines —including his time shaping powerplants for NASCAR legends like Jeff Gordon —Keith Simmons delivers candid, no-holds-barred insights on the current state of the racing world. In this special on-the-floor episode, Keith shares his expert perspective on: The evolving challenges and opportunities facing today's racers What engine builders and competitors truly need to stay competitive The cutting-edge technology and innovation on display at Total Seal, from advanced piston ring designs to solutions that unlock that elusive hidden horsepower Recorded amid the energy of the PRI Show floor, this conversation captures the pulse of the industry—real talk from a true insider about trends, tech, and the future of high-performance engines. Whether you're an engine builder, racer, or hardcore enthusiast, don't miss this boots-on-the-ground discussion from the Total Seal booth at PRI 2025. Tune in for technology, tips, and unfiltered perspectives that help you find every last bit of power. Hosted by Joe Castello and Keith Jones. Hidden Horsepower by Total Seal—where the pros reveal what really makes engines win.
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    13 m
  • Charlie Fisher - A Genuine Innovator - PRI 2025

    Charlie Fisher - A Genuine Innovator - PRI 2025
    Feb 14 2026
    Charlie Fisher joins Keith and Joe at the Total Seal booth at PRI 2025. Charlie tells some stories from his legendary career. With innovations from drag racing to sprint cars there is no shortage. Ultimately, ring seal and how to tune the SB2 take center stage. A couple of Jim Head stories from the NHRA world, and an innovation from Indy Car and Bobby Rahal make this a must listen interview with Charlie.
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    16 m
  • Bob Teague - Master of the Offshore - PRI 2025

    Bob Teague - Master of the Offshore - PRI 2025
    Feb 7 2026
    The Hidden Horsepower podcast goes on location from the bustling PRI 2025 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show in Indianapolis, recording live from the Total Seal booth! Join host Joe Castello and Keith Jones from Total Seal Piston Rings as they welcome special guest Bob Teague of Teague Custom Marine—a legendary name in high-performance marine engines and offshore racing. As the founder of Teague Custom Marine and throttleman for the championship-winning Teague Offshore Racing team (#77), Bob brings decades of expertise from building record-setting powerplants to dominating the ultra-competitive world of offshore powerboat racing. In this engaging conversation, Bob shares his hard-earned secrets to success in two high-stakes arenas: Hiring top talent in a demanding industry where precision and reliability are everything. Thriving in the fiercely competitive realm of offshore racing, where engineering innovation, team dynamics, and on-water execution separate the winners from the rest. Whether you're an engine builder, racer, or marine enthusiast, this episode delivers insider insights, real-world stories, and practical wisdom straight from the show floor at PRI. Don't miss this live booth capture packed with horsepower and know-how! Tune in to Hidden Horsepower for technology, tips, and unfiltered talk from the heart of motorsports and performance marine.
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    25 m
  • Adam Wik - Off Road Engines to Drag Racing - PRI 2025

    Adam Wik - Off Road Engines to Drag Racing - PRI 2025
    Jan 31 2026
    Adam Wik stops by the Total Seal booth at PRI for a conversation with Keith Jones and Joe Castello. Adam gives the details of what it takes to make horsepower in the Baja. Wik will also reveal his upcoming NHRA Competition Eliminator program. Ring seal, hard work, and plans for 2026 are all revealed in this interview from the PRI Trade show.
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    14 m