Matt Smith, 5X NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion, discusses his Suzuki and V-Twin engine programs. Keith Jones and Joe Castello ask Matt about his road to becoming his own engine builder, the difference between the two styles of engines, and his thoughts on how much power comes from honing and ring seal. Matt has great advice for the next generation of engine builders.

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Charlie Garrett lays out his secrets to success for Hidden Horsepower. Sprint cars, drag racing, and over 80 years of life experience packed are into one episode, plus as update on 2022 Pennsylvania Speedweek. Charlie will give advice on how to be successful in the engine building trade, and share his passion for hard work.

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Lake Speed Jr. and Joe Castello preview the Total Seal trackside tech talk schedule at the 2022 Dodge Power Brokers NHRA U.S. Nationals, in Indianapolis, IN. Lake discusses the new presentation that Keith Jones will unveil at the world's largest drag race, and gives his thoughts on recent guests on Hidden Horsepower.

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Tim Wilkerson joined Hidden Horsepower "live" from the 2022 Engine Performance Expo. Lake Speed Jr. and Joe Castello grill "Wilk" on every aspect of his 11,000 horsepower nitro burning NHRA Funny Car. Get ready for the 2023 Engine Performance Expo, that will be streamed "live" on YouTube.
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Tim Wilkerson - Engine Performance Expo 2022

The Total Seal team just won Indy! NHRA Drag Racing's biggest race, the U.S. Nationals, was one for the ages. Matt Hartford took some time out, along with Top Fuel winner, Antron Brown to recap the milestone win with Joe Castello on his NHRA results podcast. The Total Seal NHRA Pro Stock team begins their quest for an NHRA Championship in the NHRA playoff system, known as "The Countdown".

Total Seal's Matt Hartford wins the 2023 NHRA Dodge Power Brokers U.S. Nationals

Brian Tooley Racing changed the game in LS camshafts and became one of the hottest names in the performance aftermarket. So where did it all start? Brian tells his own story on this episode of the Hidden Horsepower podcast.

Brian Tooley - Engine Performance Expo - Total Seal Piston Rings

Jay Zolko of Zolko Racing Engines joins Hidden Horsepower. Jay gives the details of how he became a successful performance engine shop owner at just 38 years old. Jay is the next generation personified. Hosts Keith Jones and Joe Castello pepper Jay with questions about his latest projects and his future plans.

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In this high-octane episode of Total Seal’s Hidden Horsepower podcast, hosts Keith Jones, Scott Diehl, and Joe Castello sit down with David Ward, the mastermind behind High Performance Lubricants, LLC, and a true guru in the world of high-performance lubricants for racing. As the key principal of High Performance Lubricants, David shares his fascinating origin story, detailing how his passion for precision and performance fueled the creation of a company renowned for its top-tier lubricants for industrial equipment, vehicles, and, most notably, the high-stakes world of motorsports. From the racetracks to the lab, David reveals the secrets behind formulating lubricants that power champions, including his own racing endeavors as a driver and promoter with the 2025 Midwest Pavement Midgets. Learn how High Performance Lubricants, based in Manteno, Illinois, crafts cutting-edge products for racing teams and industrial applications, including honing oil. With their deep-rooted sponsorships in racing events and partnerships with top-tier teams, including Total Seal's own NHRA Pro Stock team, David’s insights offer a masterclass in blending innovation with speed. Tune in for a dynamic conversation packed with technical expertise, racing anecdotes, and the story of a company that’s lubricating the path to victory, both on and off the track!



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In this high-octane episode, Hidden Horsepower welcomes Dr. Bryan Fleck, head engineer at KB Titan Racing Engines, as the NHRA Pro Stock team gears up for the 2025 Cornwell Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals. Hosts Keith Jones and Joe Castello sit down with Bryan for an in-depth look at the technology fueling Pro Stock performance. Bryan shares his fascinating career journey—from fine-tuning GP motorcycles to engineering for NASCAR’s Hendrick Motorsports, and now pushing the limits in NHRA Pro Stock. He breaks down critical engine-building details, like the art of ring seal and the pursuit of perfect roundness, that make or break a race. Plus, Bryan offers inspiring advice for aspiring engineers looking to break into motorsports. Whether you’re a racer, a tech enthusiast, or a future innovator, this episode is packed with insights that rev up your passion for horsepower!



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Total Seal Holiday "Family Reunion" with Matt Hartford, Keith Jones and Lake Speed, Jr., hosted by Joe Castello. The guys look ahead to 2021 and look back at the best of 2020 on this special episode broadcast "live" in the Hidden Horsepower Facebook group.

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Keith Jones from Total Seal Piston Rings and host Joe Castello interview the world's most knowledgeable engine builders. Technology, tips, and information about how to tackle challenges when building high performance engines and finding that "Hidden Horsepower".

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