Pink Wheelnuts
178 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsClimb aboard and join the adventures of The Fey Driver!
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PWN-361 Consistently Stiff
September 29, 2020 13:56 - 27 MBFey takes a commuter train and a bus to retrieve Dorian Gray. Muggy and smokey from American fires. Preparing to move north for the winter to live on top of a mountain. The traffic cops are in court today so Fey is testing the new rear struts in some corners on old tires. Lots of talk about how the suspension feels and weight transfer. Fey talks about air conditioning and fans on the car.
PWN-360 Playing With My Truck
September 24, 2020 16:33 - 18.3 MBA drive in the TowMonster and planning for moves to the north. Fuel filtre talk and considering changing my own filtres. A rough ride over the bridge in the TowMonster and complaints about how rough the truck rides. A discussion about managing weight and grip and how different vehicles provide rewarding driving experiences. Managing fuel consumption and power. Looking forward to getting Dorian Gray back from the shop.
PWN-359 Pass the Salt
September 04, 2020 22:55 - 29.9 MBA cool morning drive to The Secret Compound on chores day, Fey talks about his new campsite and kids playing video games on their picnic tables. A feisty granny next door complains about a lot of things. Fey forgets Toppie Smellie's car again and talks about strategies for coping with memory loss. Preparing to move north for the winter. Dorian Gray will be getting spruced up and Fey talks about the name origin. Fey's Dad gets out of hospital and placed into Assisted Living and Fey apprecia...
PWN-358 Sweaty Fingers
August 23, 2020 23:27 - 18.4 MBA run in the country on chores day in Dorian Gray! In defence of driving gloves and praise of the roundabout for learning where understeer occurs. A complaint about cart swapping at the Costco checkout counter and an update on my dad.
PWN-357 Tetris Hay Bales
August 13, 2020 17:03 - 21.6 MBIt's another episode of the campfire chat show. Trading vehicles to get into Dorian Gray again after 5 weeks of truck driving. Following a hay truck down a goat trail with interlocking tetris-like hay bales. Crossing the ocean back to mainland in the LandMaster. A discussion about Thousand Trails and the passive aggressive neighbours. The movie is called "Damnation Alley," not "Valley of the Damned."
PWN-356 The Amputee Discount
August 05, 2020 20:21 - 32.8 MBA vacation check in and more "Life in the Campsite" as Fey heads into the big city of Victoria. Rocks in the wheels from Arizona Row. Fey takes a ride on a ferry where the man didnt believe how long his unit was. Precautions being taken by some and discarded by others in preventing the spread of COVID-19. Fey is a little bored on vacation. Dad takes a bad fall and lands in the hospital where he flirts with the nurses. Fey almost forgets to talk about a question from That PeterG regardin...
PWN-355 Campsite Report
July 18, 2020 15:02 - 18.6 MBAn American incursion sparks rumours and scandal in the park. Texas licence plates go missing. Report on the neighbours in the campsite: The Stoned Park Ranger, The Workers, The Drinkers, The Driving Garbagers. The Flying Couch keeps breaking things and is flung out the door. Drawers fly open creating an asimilation to genitalia. Big Trip to Vancouver Island to be socially distant tourists. Under attack by COVID Zombie families. Covering my precious TowMonster from the dust and campfi...
PWNG-073 Oil Changes
July 11, 2020 15:44 - 28.3 MBIts a GARAGE Episode!! That Peter G asks if he needs to change the oil on his car if he is only driving a limited number of miles. A lengthy discussion about what oil does. Fey visits a berg looking for a carwash. Campsite rules. Living on the level in your RV.
PWN-354 Secret Compound
July 03, 2020 21:59 - 21.9 MBFey sneaks away from the campsite on a task-filled day. A report on remote living, getting chores done and servicing Dorian Gray. Fey stops at his secret compound for a quick refill on household items. Report on RV Living and minor repairs. A forthcoming vacation on Vancouver Island. Household cleaning chores on a reduced scale. Screws in the woodwork and building a toolbox for my Electrolux shopvac on the outside of the RV.
PWN-353 Over Mountain and Dale
June 21, 2020 16:32 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBFey gives an update mid-move and talks about playing with his truck by towing heavy weights over mountain and dale. Fey lauds the TowMonster for being ready and willing to work so hard. Unloading furniture in a hail storm. Towing 10,000 lbs up a 6% grade for 26 kilometres. Cleaning Fey Manor for the new owners. Fey needs a vacation. Fey takes evasive action and sends Kudos to Trucker Alex for driving a big rig in the downtowns. The TowMonster gets new footies, at the recommendation of Marion ...
PWN-352 Bragging Rebuttal
June 12, 2020 16:21 - 17 minutes - 23.1 MBFey responds to some criticism. Grandma Dies. Fey goes out for lunch.
PWN-351 Pay My Fanny
May 31, 2020 13:33 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBFey hauls a load and heads to Dad's house to move him out of his suite. Packing up the junk room and co-ordinating moves into several different locations. Fey gets paid for sitting around. The TowMonster gets some lovin' and has a hidden feature. Big Fatty's Gin Joint. I stubbed my toe.
Fishing Wire Test Run
May 21, 2020 14:10 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MBFey goes on a shopping spree and installs a new dash cam in the TowMonster. A story about a bunch of new tools wherein Fey lists a litany of items. Congratulations to The Lovely Daniel and Ranger John of the Dark Forest Podcast who have announced an impending marriage. Fey talks about Pride 48 New Orleans being postponed and the proper thing to do. A report on the sale of Fey Manor. Shout out to Harley Denver.
PWN-349 Send Off
May 10, 2020 14:20 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBOn a mission to Dad's House and some thank yous and shouts out to some favourite podcasters. Scotty Battler has some questions about cancelling retirement and cutting house prices. We do some price negotiating on the sale of our house - could we have a final sale...??? Speaking about the Mortgage Pre-Approval Process. Heartfelt goodbyes in my last week of work where Fey gets a traditional fire department send-off.
PWN-348 Retirement Day
May 02, 2020 15:38 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MBFey takes Dorian Gray for the last day of work as he begins retirement. In a good mood although it has been an emotional week preparing for departure from a very rewarding career. Discussing the social network that I will be leaving. A revisit of why I started the Pink Wheelnuts podcast and my experiences coming into the Fire Department. Some talk about property sale tactics in a dying real estate market.
PWN-347 Slogging On
April 19, 2020 21:18 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBWhy do car manufacturers program vehicles to lock out systems while the vehicle is in motion? On a grocery run in the TowMonster. Took a load of household items up north. Slept in the LandMaster for the weekend. Easter Dinner with the relatives courtesy Dominoe's Pizza. The LandMaster is ready for occupation. In the end, I said I would come back, but I never did...
PWN-346 76 Days
April 09, 2020 14:17 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBA short check-in report on a sunny morning trip to work. A tip for dealing with Tail-Gaters for LaffingBuddha. A hopeful pep talk for the next 76 days.
PWN-345 Real Estate Weekly
March 22, 2020 16:56 - 26 minutes - 33.8 MBFey is riled up as he takes a rattley ride in Zpeedy Gonzales. Father is oblivious to the dangers of Covid-19. Scotty wants to send Dad to the mall. Deal number 1 for the house sale falls through. Deal number 2 is active and progressing well. Some concerns with the economy makes waiting for an approved house sale anxiety ridden. Scotty The Little Aussie Battler calls in several times with various comments. Fey finally fixes his garage door opener.
PWN-344 Remove My Subjects
March 10, 2020 03:22 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBI am not playing voicemails from Scotty the Little Aussie Battler. It's a cold clear morning with some exciting news. Fey talks about a video on an audio podcast. Realtors keep hiding my Kleenex. Fey lives through a Used Car Salesman's Dream. Fey talks about the wacky real estate market in Vancouver.
PWN-343 Untouchable
February 11, 2020 14:05 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBFey takes a car therapy ride on a non-rain day in Dorian Gray. Fey talks about the tasks getting ready for selling Fey Manor. Peeling moss and cedar leaves off the roof. Taking a trailer load into storage. Fey can't say the word 'logistically.' Take time to do the things that bring joy and happiness into your life.
PWN-342 Foldable Living Space
February 05, 2020 14:27 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBSell Dorian Gray or fix Dorian Gray? New iPhones are on the way for Fey and Mr Anderson. Realtors are descending upon us and staging consultants want to change everything. The dog and pony show of presenting a house for sale. No longer a fan of getting to work on time. Bittersweet feelings for leaving Fey Manor but building excitement for travelling around the country in the LandMaster.
PWN-341 Spiritual Interaction
January 31, 2020 15:49 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBWe start out with a glitch by not having the garage door opener. The realtors are ciricling the the house like vultures waiting for a cow to die. Father has been wanting to return to his senior's living centre so he has left us for a time. Tax time has arrived. A treat driving Dorian Gray.
PWN-340 Pedal to the Metal
January 25, 2020 16:34 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBThis is a quick check-in from Fey. Scotty Battler asks about travel plans for Pride48 NOLA. Fey buys more stuff. Condolences to Trucker Alex in the passing of his husband, Bob.
PWN-339 Day After Snow Day
January 17, 2020 15:58 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBFey talks about the type of snow in Vancouver, how it affects Vancouver, and drifting the TowMonster thru the city. Father is living in the basement full time. A lengthy discussion about Wheel Bearing Locking Flange Nuts. And that’s about all we get this episode. Plus a voicemail from Scotty. Mentioned on this episode: George […]
PWN-338 2019 Christmas Day Run
December 25, 2019 15:25 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThere is no snow on this year's Christmas Day Run. The roads are dry and Fey has lots of inspirational thoughts about the past year, and a review of the Decades Theory. Fey apologizes to The Geeky Gay about haranguing him about his spending habits. Fey talks about his 20's 30's and 40's and how life changes. Fey talks about a nomadic life and leaving things behind in pursuit of more adventure.
PWN-337 Christmas Christian Spectacular
December 16, 2019 14:28 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBFey tries to talk about getting his father moved into the basement, but gets off on tangents about running red lights, the Christmas Day Run, and jake brakes. The Lovely Daniel gets a new Subaru Legacy. Does Derwood listen? Fey goes to a Christmas play.
PWN-336 Noisy Leaves
November 06, 2019 14:23 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBListen at your own risk! Fey gets Dorian Gray out of the storage and takes a tear through the countryside. Daylight Saving Time might fade into history in 2020. Fey aspires to be a Community Speed Watch Volunteer. Fey answers a battery question for The Lovely Daniel. The leaves are making noises and the Canadian Geese are revolting.
PWNG-072 Question Follow-ups
October 31, 2019 13:11 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBFey plays some voiceletters from George in Atlanta and Scotty the Little Aussie Battler. George talks about giving up his car. Scotty wants to know about diesel engines and talks about working for the fire department.
PWN-335 RE-POST Combustion Engine Apple Box
October 20, 2019 13:43 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBFey explains his plans for Dad and why Dad would move in to a house that Fey will sell. Scotty The Aussie Battler calls in because he has no podcast of his own. The Geeky Gay went to Amsterdam and you won't believe what he ate!! George in Atlanta has adopted a car-less life and Fey goes on a diatribe about how bad it is to run an engine for a short time. I didn't tell you about the garage door saga.
PWN-334 Flat Tire Goo
October 03, 2019 20:51 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBAn experiment with recording on an "IOS device," hence the inferior quality of the sound. A drive to work on a Monday morning. A discussion about spare tires (on behalf of The LaffingBuddha) and why they are not included with your new car. Regrets about not going to a Track Day. Yet another update on the basement suite progress.
PWN-333 Ruminatory Run
September 25, 2019 12:54 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBA fun run in Dorian Gray on a good driving day (weather wise) but a bad traffic day. Heading into the City. Dr Q lets me drive his 2009 Lexus IS 250. Fey ruminates back to 2010 and the beginning of The PinkWheelnuts Podcast and reasons for continuing the show.
PWN-332 The LandMaster
September 19, 2019 19:10 - 23 minutes - 23.6 MBA voicemail from Scotty about the weather in Brisbane. Fey and Mr Anderson go to a wedding. Truck and Trailer gets a new name! Thanks to TruckerAlex for a name suggestion, "The Towable Townhouse." Our first experience at an RV Resort - The Cult of the RV Park. The LandMaster gets put away for winter. Fey Manor is in shambles.
PWN-331 Aches and Pains
September 04, 2019 13:23 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBFey goes on a tear and talks about aches and pains. Mr Anderson throws some dirt at the nematodes. Painting is done, old floors are out and new floors are going in. Fey and Mr Anderson will go on the last vacation of 2019 in the old motorhome. Send in your recommendations for the new name for the truck and trailer.
PWN-330 Dispute the Facts
August 25, 2019 14:42 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIt's a short one today. Fey beats the rap from last year's interaction with police. Scotty asks Fey to explain feet and pounds in Aussie-speak. Basement renovations are making headway as drywalling is completed, plastered, sanded and cleaned up.
PWN-329 The Master Plan
July 25, 2019 14:30 - 24 minutes - 17 MBSome car talk: RT Cruiser gets a new car! RangerJohn disposed of a Fiat 500 and gets a Volkswagen Beetle. Fey rambles about neutral safety switches. FreakQuincy flies by the seat of his pants. Fey discusses the future master plan for life. KCinDenver and his husband announce their retirement. Does a red car attract the police? Some positive thoughts for Sam in the Hinterlands.
DTT-060 Don’t Box Me In
July 23, 2019 15:27 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBFey and Brenda come out of retirement to talk about retirement and vacations. Brenda defends herself against an elderly woman. Some talk about homely looking musical superstars from the 70's. Brenda talks about her vacation to Portland and Fey talks about his vacation to the north. Fey quits work and proposes living in a 256 sq ft space with his husband. Some breakfast talk and Fey and Brenda get haircuts. Death, dismemberment and disability. Fey lays out his future retirement plans.
PWN-328 Another Announcement
June 29, 2019 14:50 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBFey heads to the country in a bad pair of shoes on a cloudy, wet day. Debating the best vehicle for trips to the country. Fey buys a hitch, therefore a discussion about 5th wheel hitches. Travels to weddings and other projects. Dad needs help with his pants and I need help with some legal forms. Fey makes another announcement.
PWNG-071 Oh No Not a Diesel
June 06, 2019 14:00 - 16 minutes - 12.4 MBA short follow-up from the last episode. Why is the enhanced podcast not working properly? Some Truck questions from some people. LaughingBuddha asks why would I buy a diesel and what about the Carbon Tax? Fey talks about towing weights and dual wheels and preaches about drivetrains.
PWNG-070 Audio Only – 2018 RAM 3500 FirstDrive
June 03, 2019 13:36 - 26 minutes - 37 MBThis is theAUDIO ONLY version of the FIRSTDRIVE of the 2018 (Dodge) RAM 3500 pickup truck. Fey talks about the towing capabilities and all the amenities in his recently acquired towing machine. This vehicle has a 6.7 litre in-line 6 cylinder Cummins turbo diesel engine mated to a 6 speed automatic AISIN transmission. This is the 4-door Mega Cab layout with a 6foot-4inch box.
PWNG-070 2018 RAM 3500 Enhanced
May 26, 2019 22:13 - 26 minutes - 38.5 MBThis is an ENHANCED PODCAST. This is the FIRSTDRIVE of the 2018 (Dodge) RAM 3500 pickup truck. Fey talks about the towing capabilities and all the amenities in his recently acquired towing machine. This vehicle has a 6.7 litre in-line 6 cylinder Cummins turbo diesel engine mated to a 6 speed automatic AISIN transmission. This […]
PWN-327 Assassin-ated Assassin
May 15, 2019 13:07 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThe day has arrived to say goodbye to the 2011 Porsche Panamera 4S. This is my eulogy to the Assassin which I hate, I will miss, and I love. Ranger John gets a new car too.
PWN-326 3 Times Lucky
May 01, 2019 13:01 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBA car question from That PeterG about tire pressure sensors. Ranger John has an incredible victory against corporate America. My theory on arguing against the brick wall of big business. I sold my swimming pool. Trucker Alex cuts me off in his chicken truck. Mr Anderson wants his bike out which forces me to re-organize my storage room. A story about a paper map.
PWN-325 Dog Urine and Dropped Water
April 10, 2019 13:39 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBMax the Dog and Speedy Gonzales go to the doctor. Big Fatty sneaks onto MY show. Another washing machine adventure. The government saves us from ourselves. A little self-debate about grammar. Frustration at unprepared professional people. Urine collection day and a clean-up on aisle three. Brake line fluid flush fiasco.
PWN-324 Dorian Gray Deficiency Report
March 21, 2019 19:11 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBFey wants a couple new cars but needs to sell some first. A sunny day drive. Dorian Gray has a crunchy walnut shifter and needs new tires and rear struts, and a rear main seal. Dad goes to visit Brother and gets lost on the way.
PWN-323 The Real PWN Garage
March 07, 2019 13:54 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBIts a birthday episode and Fey acknowledges the passing of his life. Fey talks about the new Pink Wheelnuts Garage and traveling around the country - can we stay at your place? Scotty invites us to Sydney. Fey goes back to school and complains about things not getting done in his life.
PWN-322 Measuring My Length
February 25, 2019 14:27 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBWashing machines, renovations and Daylight Saving Time! A voicemail from Scotty Battler about Daylight Saving Time. Fey fixes his clothes washing machine which actually only cost $37, not $55. Some renovation talk about Dad's basement. Ranger John's Fiat 500 needs a clutch. Fey wants a new car but needs to buy a pickup truck.
PWNG-069 LOTSL Questions
February 10, 2019 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.9 MBIt's car questions ONLY in this episode. The LOTSL Gang has been discussing cars and I have to make everything right. ThatPeterG asks about tailpipes and why do some cars have only one while some have two. Dr. Wes Stone has been experiencing an activation of his low oil pressure warning light.
DTT-059 A Fine Day
January 22, 2019 21:15 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBFey and Brenda talk about birthdays, poutine and beer. They have a conversation about aging and being viewed by other people according to age.
PWN-321 Fog of Confusion
January 12, 2019 16:07 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBScotty Battler sends in a podcast worth of voicemails. He also gets a new family member. Lots of talk about home renovations. Contractors cancel, insulation goes in and drywallers make a timely appearance right before Jesus rains on my drywall. Father loses his grip on time. Fey buys some vulgar tools and the bathtub doesn't fit.
PWN-320 Nabbed!
January 01, 2019 01:09 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBFey couldn't let the year end on an uneven episode number so he talks about his winter travel adventures with Dad and Mr Anderson and shakes his fist (figuratively) at young kids these days. Fey avoids a crash but can't avoid the long arm of the law in a short bonus segment never previously released! Happy New Year!!