The Build Room

The History Of Precision Retrofits (Plus Shop Updates)

This weeks conversation covers the journey of Precision Retrofits from its inception to its early stages as a side job. It includes the exploration of custom vehicle projects, the transition into custom lighting retrofits, and the expansion into customer projects. The discussion also highlights the learning process and experimentation involved in the customization of vehicles and the early stages of customer projects. The conversation covers the journey of Precision Retrofits from its humble beginnings as F-150 Retrofits to its growth and expansion into a successful business. It explores the challenges, decisions, and milestones that shaped the company's evolution, as well as the founder's reflections on business and faith. Takeaways * Customization and retrofitting of vehicles require a process of learning and experimentation. * The transition from personal projects to customer projects marks the evolution of Precision Retrofits into a side job. Entrepreneurial Journey * Balancing Business and Faith Chapters * 00:00 The Beginning of Precision Retrofits * 06:22 First Customer Projects and Learning Process * 12:18 Early Customer Projects and Learning Process * 18:14 Early Customer Projects and Learning Process * 24:02 Early Customer Projects and Learning Process * 29:26 Transitioning to a Side Job * 34:50 Transitioning to Precision Retrofits * 41:10 First SEMA Build and Business Growth * 55:14 Relocating to Twin Falls * 01:02:03 Reflecting on Business and Faith

Shane Bowers - Bowers Performance

This weeks conversion with Shane from Bowers Performance covers the collision repair industry, business operations and growth, custom truck building and SEMA, and challenges and opportunities in the industry. It delves into the challenges with insurance companies, the quality of repairs, customer satisfaction, starting and growing a business, managing employees, diversification of services, passion for truck building, participation in SEMA, challenges and milestones, insurance company relationships, custom truck building challenges, and quality and reputation. The conversation covers topics such as taking accountability and customer service, challenges in truck building, expanding Bowers Performance, truck shows and community growth, and future goals for Bowers Performance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of customer service, the challenges faced in the truck building industry, the expansion of Bowers Performance, the growth of truck shows and the community, and the future aspirations of Bowers Performance. Takeaways * The collision repair industry faces challenges with insurance companies and ensuring the quality of repairs. * Starting and growing a business involves managing employees, diversifying services, and overcoming challenges in custom truck building and SEMA participation. Customer service and accountability are crucial in the truck building industry. * Expanding Bowers Performance and participating in truck shows are key to growth and community engagement. Chapters * 00:00 The Collision Repair Industry * 06:23 Custom Truck Building and SEMA * 11:43 Taking Accountability and Customer Service * 20:30 Expanding Bowers Performance * 30:51 Truck Shows and Community Growth

We're Back! Shop Updates & BIG NEWS

This week we discuss recent projects, customer orders, shop renovations, and the announcement of a new powder coating service. We also share insights on vision and eye health, shop history, and the challenges of finding a replacement ultrasonic cutter. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including kitchen equipment, tool research, sponsorship engagement, morning routines, shop updates, sports updates, college sports issues, baseball performance, NBA playoffs, and business updates. Takeaways * Shop renovations and expansions are underway * Announcement of a new powder coating service Exploring new tools and equipment for the shop * Engaging with potential sponsors for the podcast Chapters * 00:00 Back in the Build Room * 06:17 Shop Renovations and Expansion * 13:00 Shop Renovations and Electrical Issues * 19:57 Ultrasonic Cutter Replacement * 27:25 Exploring Kitchen Equipment * 33:03 Engaging with Potential Sponsors * 38:12 Sports Updates and Bracket Challenge * 43:32 Exciting Baseball Game * 49:47 Shop and Business Updates

Leveling Kits & Lift Kits Explained

This weeks conversation covers a range of topics related to shop updates, truck modifications, leveling kits, lift kits, and suspension systems. It provides insights into the process, components, and considerations for these modifications. The conversation covers a detailed exploration of suspension kits, including four-link kits, coilover conversions, leaf springs, and reservoirs. It also delves into the world of sports, discussing football, baseball, and basketball tournaments, as well as the impact of daylight savings time on sports schedules. Takeaways * Shop updates and truck modifications * Understanding leveling kits and lift kits * Components and considerations for suspension systems Suspension kits come in various types, including four-link kits, coilover conversions, and leaf springs, each with its own installation complexity and cost. * The conversation also highlights the impact of daylight savings time on sports schedules, as well as the excitement surrounding football, baseball, and basketball tournaments. Chapters * 00:00 Exploring Lift Kits and Suspension Systems * 54:28 Sports Tournaments and Schedules

TBR #19 - Is Peelable Paint The Next Big Thing?

This weeks conversation covers a range of topics including shop talk, sauna cool down, challenges with headlight cutters, unexpected trip to Seattle, truck customization and YouTube series, frugality and spending habits, sprayable paint protection film, testing and application of peelable paint, pros and cons of peelable paint, application considerations for peelable paint, and comparison with traditional PPF. We also discuss the benefits and challenges of using peelable paint for vehicle customization and protection. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the transition from vinyl wraps to PPF, challenges with traditional film wrap installation, social media engagement, customer acquisition, website analytics, future referrals, and discussions about the Olympics, sporting events, and upcoming tournaments. The hosts also touch on screen time, gym equipment, and basketball games. Chapters * 00:00 Shop Talk and Sauna Cool Down * 06:12 Challenges of Headlight Cutter Maintenance * 13:06 Frugality and Spending Habits * 20:19 Pros and Cons of Peelable Paint * 26:13 Comparison with Traditional PPF * 31:21 Training in San Antonio and The Alamo * 36:28 Global Reach and Customer Acquisition * 42:04 Future Referrals and Sporting Events * 48:22 World Baseball Classic and Summer Olympics * 53:24 Gym Equipment and Basketball Games