Shows
The Smoking TireLarry Kosilla's Extreme DetailingWhat's it take to clean a disgusting car that hasn't been touched in decades? Larry Kosilla knows. He is one of the most skilled and well-known car detailers in the world. His new show, "Extreme Detailing", on Discovery+ highlights how grimy cars get a glow-up. He also tells us about: his experience owning a Porsche GT3; his love of his Ford Model T; TV production; and growing up as Matt Farah's best friend. https://go.discovery.com/show/extreme-detailing-discovery-atve-ushttps://www.youtube.com/@AMMO-NYChttps://linktr.ee/ammonycRecorded Au...
2025-08-141h 36The Smoking TireLarry KosillaLarry Kosilla is one of the best and most well-known detailers in the world. He knows everything about paint and interior care. He also has some wild, disgusting stories. On this show we talk about: How paint is changing; caring for old clear coat; why touchless car washes might be worse than you think; orange peel; when exotic cars have cheap paint; stories from the business he ran with Matt; and more. Also on hand and chiming in on paint care and the future of car paint were expert detailers Jason Rose and Kevin Brown.Recorded September 15, 2024
2024-09-241h 56
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 45: Detailing in USA vs. Australia with Brodie (AMMO AU)On this episode of This Is Not A Car Wash, I have a good chat with Brodie from AMMO Australia who recently visited the USA. We recap his trip, dive into his detailing backstory, and enjoy a few laughs while exploring the differences between USA v Australia. Enjoy!
2024-07-1655 minThis Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 44: The 3 Amigos Talk Training Feat. Jason Rose & Kevin BrownOn this episode of This Is Not A Car Wash, the 3 Amigos return! We riff on old detailing stories, the upcoming AMMO Training, and answer listener questions. Enjoy!
2024-04-241h 36This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 43: Launching AMMO Australia in SydneyOn Episode 43 of This Is Not A Car Wash, I'm at the AMMO AU headquarters chatting with my business partners Scott, Josh, and Brodie. We talk all things car storage, branding, detailing in Australia, and more on this exciting episode down under. Enjoy!
2024-03-2739 minThis Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 42: The Car Wash Episode with Tom Palancia of SimonizOn this episode of This Is Not A Car Wash, we discuss the elephant in the room of detailing... car washes. Thankfully, we have the expert Tom Palancia from Simoniz to provide some education on chemical formulas, pH, and his background in the industry. Enjoy!
2024-03-191h 05This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 41: Traveling The World of Detailing with Jason RoseOn this episode of THIS IS NOT A CAR WASH, I'm joined by my longtime friend Jason Rose, Global Director of Training for Rupes USA. We chat about Jason's start in the industry, business philosophy, training around the world, and the "perception" of detailing in other countries. Enjoy the chat and stay tuned for next week's episode in Australia with the gentlemen from STASH & AMMO AU.
2024-03-121h 06This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 40: Talking Detailing with Kevin Brown "Buff Daddy"Enjoy the kickoff episode of "THIS IS NOT A CAR WASH" Podcast. Of course, our 1st guest is the one and only "Buff Daddy" Kevin Brown. We take a detailing trip into Kevin's background, getting started in the industry, good stories on the job, and how these experiences have evolved Kevin's detailing philosophy. Huge thanks to Kevin for his mentorship over the years and this amazing chat. If you have any questions you'd like us to address on the next podcast, please drop me a line at support@ammonyc.com
2024-03-081h 34
J&B Body TalksCar Detailing Expert Larry Kosilla AMMO NYC EP # 11 (J&B PODCAST)Join us in an exclusive interview with Larry Kosilla, the visionary founder behind AMMO NYC, as we explore the secrets behind mastering automotive detailing. From his early days transitioning from Wall Street to becoming a YouTube sensation, Larry shares invaluable insights into the art and science of car care. Discover the techniques, challenges, and achievements that have shaped AMMO NYC into a leading name in the auto detailing industry.
Episode Highlights: From Finance to Detailing: Hear Larry's unique journey from the trading floors to the garage floors and how passion drove him to change careers. Detailing Techniques...
2024-02-091h 03
The RoadFS Podcast425 - This episode really sucks!What's new at the Metrovac Booth and who's in the house? Andrew Cohen shares with us the Metrovac story. Larry Kosilla is also in the booth talking to SEMA visitors and why he relies on Metrovac
Guest
Andrew Cohen
Metrovac
https://metrovac.com/
Hosts
@JodySedrick and Rod Puzey
The RoadFS Podcast
Software auto detailers
Software for auto recon
https://roadfs.com
2023-11-0708 minThe Smoking TireLarry Kosilla (AMMO NYC)Larry Kosilla is one of the most famous and skillful automotive detailers on Earth. He's also the founder and owner of AMMO NYC detailing products, which developed its own formulas to take care of every part of your car. Matt and Larry talk about modifying Audi R8s, developing businesses, what Genesis is doing, and answer Patreon questions. https://www.youtube.com/@AMMO-NYChttps://ammonyc.com/ Recorded October 16, 2023 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% disco...
2023-10-172h 14The Smoking TireLarry KosillaMatt sits down with childhood friend and internationally known detailer, Larry Kosilla. Topics include: Matt picks up his new Porsche Boxster Spyder; paint correcting a new car; his AWD 964's unique driving dynamics; life with his Taycan and range anxiety; choosing lighting for your garage; why one test-drives a car after detailing; whether modern seats need leather conditioning, and more!Recorded at AMMO Studio/Detailing Center on October 22, 2022 FIND BERRYMAN AT ALL MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE RETAILERS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO BERRYMANPRODUCTS.COM Right now, you can get Harry’s Star...
2022-10-251h 27
Motor1.com Podcast NetworkExtreme Car Detailing with AMMO NYCLarry Kosilla from AMMO NYC is this week's guest. He is an expert at car detailing and shares some fantastic stories with us, including the worst vehicle he ever cleaned. He also offers some tips about what to use to clean your car better.
2022-05-201h 15
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 38: Best Lighting Techniques and Tricks with Kevin Brown and Christopher BrownBest Lighting Tricks and Techniques with Kevin Brown and Christopher Brown
2022-03-2339 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 39: LIVE from SEMA 2018 with Jason Rose, Derek Bemiss, and Mike StoopsFun live podcast at SEMA 2018 with some of the industries top detailers. Enjoy - L
2022-03-2325 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 9: Polishing Clear Bra + 2015 Cadillac Escalade Release Party with Motoman TVToday we are onsite at the 2015 Cadillac Escalade launch party in NYC to get the first views at their latest design. I spend the day with Motoman TV and also discuss the finer points of polishing a clear bra. This is a good one!
2022-03-231h 23
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 37: Hard Paint vs. Soft Paint with Kevin BrownOn this episode Kevin Brown & I discuss the intricacies of Hard Paint vs. Soft Paint and why this isn't such a straightforward comparison. Enjoy the episode - Larry
2022-03-2336 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 36: Top Paint Polishing Issues and How To Correct Them with Kevin BrownOn this episode detailing guru Kevin Brown (buffdaddy.com) and I discuss top paint polishing issues and how to correct them. Great episode for those interested in more advanced paint correction troubleshooting and ATA-200 series fans.
2022-03-2326 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 35: How To Strip Wax Before Paint Polishing With Kevin BrownOn this episode, Kevin Brown & I discuss the best methods for stripping current protection layers off vehicle paint before undergoing a paint correction. Enjoy!
2022-03-2329 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 34: Detailing Questions Answered with Kevin Brown, Jason Rose, Dylan Von Kleist, Mike Stoop, and Derek BemissFun live podcast from SEMA 2017 with some of the industries top detailers. Enjoy! - L
2022-03-2352 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 33: Answering Your Detailing Questions with Jason Rose & Dylan Von KleistThis podcast is LIVE from the 2nd Annual DetailersDomain event in NJ. Over 500 detailers showed up for an all day event, which included a Q&A series on this podcast. Hope you enjoy! -L
2022-03-231h 00
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 32: Live from SEMA with Kevin Brown, Jason Rose, Derek Bemiss, Dylan Von Kleist, and Mike StoopsThis might be one of my favorite podcasts because I posed a question that made these veterans dig deep into their respective years of detail training. The question was: "If you had to train someone to prepare a car for Pebble Beach in 2 or 3 weeks, with no prior detailing skills, what would that training look like?". Listen to the arguments back and forth about what is the most important aspect of detail training. I love this type of cerebral thinking. -L
2022-03-231h 21
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 31: Live from Detailers Domain WorkshopAfter a long day of demo-ing products and tools, we sat down to do a LIVE podcast at DetailersDomain.com with Jason Rose, Dylan Von Kleist, Phil Yiu, myself and a surprise guest. We answer questions from the crowd: How to get in to R&D product research professionally, should wash the paint after compounding, how do you set-up lighting in a mobile detail situation, and much more. Huge thanks to DetailersDomain and the 500+ participants who joined us! -Larry
2022-03-2356 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 30: Branding and Coating IssuesWe discuss the difference between your company brand and your personal brand. How are they different or the same. We also chat with Kevin Brown about common coating issues and their solution.
2022-03-231h 12
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 29: SEMA 2015, Rupes Nano, and Coatings DiscussionThis is live from the MagnaFlow booth at SEMA 2015 with Jason Rose, Dylan Von Kleist, Kevin Brown, and Derek Bemis. This is another great discussion about coatings, the new Rupes Nano machine, and Kevin Brown's latest polishing ideas! Hope you enjoy -L
2022-03-2348 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 28: You've Been Polishing In The Wrong Direction!This podcast is about a video coming out soon showing the Kevin Brown technique with respect to his polishing direction. The "normal" cross-hatch pattern is no longer the accepted and he explains why with Jason Rose and Mike Stoops.
2022-03-2343 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 27: How to Detail in a Drought, Emblem Polishing, and FB questions answeredI'm hanging with the boys from NXT Training in California talking about how to detail in drought conditions, how to polish paint around emblems, and we answer FB questions from our listeners. Hope you enjoy!
2022-03-231h 12
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 26: Kevin Brown Water Polishing MethodKevin Brown and I discuss the elusive skill of water polishing AKA H205 Method for finishing out stubborn marring. This is a very unique method for removing minor hazing that cannot be removed with a "normal" polishing technique.
2022-03-2355 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 25: Answering Your Email Questions With Jason Rose And Kevin BrownOn day 4 of detailing Freedom One, we were all a bit tired, but rallied to answer detailing questions from around the world (literally). This is a great episode that touches on multiple topics for pro's and weekend warriors. Enjoy!
2022-03-231h 11
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 24: Freedom 1 Plane DetailingWe discuss the plane restoration steps performed on Freedom One. This is the plane that was used to bring back the hostages in 1981 from Iran. Featuring Joe Fernandez, Jason Rose, and Kevin Brown. Enjoy!
2022-03-231h 09
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 23: Facebook Detailing Questions Answered by Jason Rose and Joe FernandezWe are live from the 2015 Mobile Tech Expo in Orlando FL, with Jason Rose and Joe Fernandez answering your questions from Facebook and Instagram. Hope you enjoy!
2022-03-2358 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 22: Successful Careers in Detailing with Jason Rose, Kevin Brown, DerekWhile at the 2014 SEMA show, Jason, Kevin, Derek, Joe, and I speak about the various professions within the detailing community. This thorough discussion should shed some light on what path may be best for your detailing career and which ones might not work with what your chosen direction. Over 100 years of experience in the podcast. Enjoy!
2022-03-2358 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 21: 50 Cars in 48 Hours - SEMA 2014After a very long day, Kevin Brown, Derek Bemiss, Joe Fernandez and I sit down to discuss time management when detailing multiple amazing vehicles within a short time period. We were all exhausted from our long day(s), but we had a great time at the 2014 SEMA show!
2022-03-2346 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 20: Complete Detailing Steps with Jason RoseJason Rose and I discuss the order of steps typically used during a "full detail". I have received many emails in the past few weeks asking if "wheels should be washed before or after the paint?" and "when should I shampoo the carpet, before or after leather cleaning?" All of which is discussed on this podcast!
Many thanks to JR for all of his time and wisdom. We are very lucky to have him as a regular guest. -L
2022-03-231h 04
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 19: Knee Surgery and Coach Colin CampbellI explain what happened to my knee and how I could have prevented it from happen. We as detailers destroy our bodies! Coach Colin is here to help us understand why we hurt and how we can minimize the pain from detailing.
2022-03-231h 16
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 18: Detailing Training ClassPodcast 18 is a quick overview of what can be expected at some of the best car detailing training classes in the world. Jason Rose, Kevin Brown, Mike Stoops and a few special guests speak about their experience at the NXT Training Seminar. Enjoy! -L
2022-03-231h 10
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 17: Matt's 5.0 Heater with Jason Rose & Kevin BrownWe discuss how residue control is essential during the compounding/polishing process and specifically the conditions we encountered on Matt's 5.0 Mustang. (This podcast was recorded 10 mins after we finished the 40 man-hour job at Meguiar's Headquarters at 11:30pm. I'm very grateful to Jason and Kevin for all their support throughout this process. They are true professionals and I learn a massive amount of info from them every time we speak. Hope this podcast captures a tiny sliver of their genius) Thanks as always for listening! - Larry
2022-03-231h 08
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 16: Best Interior Detailing From 4 Pro'sThis is a LIVE podcast from Detail Fest in Stuart Florida. We are talking about the best interior detailing tips from Jason Rose, Michael Stoops, Joe Fernandez, and Yvan Lacroix.
2022-03-231h 06
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 14: 6 Master Detailers: Mobile Tech Expo 2014We're taping LIVE from the floor of the Mobile Tech Expo 2014 with 6 AMAZING detailers from around the country! Bob Phillips, Jim Lafeber, Richard Lin, Jason Rose, Scotty Perkins, and Renny Doyle. We review this years MTE and cover a wide range of topics, tips, and detailing advice from some of the top detailers in the world. This is a dream-team podcast and a must listen!
2022-03-2359 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 15: Diminishing Abrasives vs. Non-Diminishing: Roger Garbow's Top Cars of 2013Have you ever wondered what those guys are talking about....Diminishing Abrasives and Non-Diminishing Abrasives? When should they be used and how are they different? We also chat with our good friend Roger Garbow (from the 912 Barn Find Find episode of Drive Clean) about how to get into the automotive journalism and marketing world plus his picks for top cars of 2013. (Make sure to download next weeks SmokingTire podcast as I will be a guest in LA)
Thanks for listen and send me email questions!
-Larry
2022-03-231h 22
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 13: Jason Rose Interview Part 2 - Coatings Good or Bad?PART-2: Jason Rose of Rupes USA (Former Meguiar's Global Technical Services & Training Manager) discusses SEMA, business tips for new and veteran professional detailers, paint coatings, microfiber cutting pad design, and steam machine pros/cons. Our conversation was so in depth we split the podcast into 2 episodes. BEST EPISODE(S) SO FAR!
2022-03-2353 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 12: Jason Rose Interview Part 1 - Paint Coatings, Steam Machine, & Cutting PadsJason Rose from Rupes USA (Former Meguiar's Global Technical Services & Training Manager) discusses SEMA, business tips for new and veteran professional detailers, paint coatings, microfiber cutting pad design, and steam machine pros/cons. Our conversation was so in depth we split the podcast into 2 episodes. BEST EPISODE(S) SO FAR!
2022-03-2342 min
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 11: SEMA Review 2013 LIVEThis week we're podcasting live from SEMA 2013 with an international tribunal of detailers. Scott Perkin (from Canada), Cameron Watson (of Australia) and Chris Hayes (of The Smoking Tire and Hooniverse) join in the conversation. This week we cover the ins and outs of attending SEMA, how to properly clean a smoker's car, the differences in detailing across the globe, the long term effects of Plasti Dip and how to ethically break out on your own and start a detailing shop.
2022-03-231h 01
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 10: 4 Steps Before Detailing + Irish RobWe discuss the 4 essential steps every business owner must perform in 5 minutes with the customer before detailing the car. Is this a customer you want? Did you inspect his car before accepting the job? Was there "price haggling" before any work was performed and how do you avoid it? All these questions are answered on this episode, along with Irish Rob and his perspective on UK cars vs US cars, the detailing craze across the pond, and he compares the "Festival of Speed" vs Pebble Beach. This is a must listen!
2022-03-231h 19
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 8: Headlight Restoration & Motoman TVThis podcast discusses what's really happening with your yellow-headlight lenses and how you can fix it easily. Then we chat with our friend Motoman (from Motoman TV) about the evolution of Cadillac since its inception, rise to popularity, devastating demise, and its march to back to a top tier brand once again. He is an automotive historian and hosts his own webseries on Youtube (motomantv). Enjoy!
2022-03-231h 44
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 6: Detailing Myths and Track Rat Jonathan AdlerOn this episode, we delve into detailing myths, misunderstandings, and falsehoods. We follow up with our guest Jonathan Adler who is a track rat and car enthusiast. Enjoy - L
2022-03-231h 28
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 5: So You Want To Open A Detail Shop?... with Scotty PerkinsPodcast #5 discusses the difference between steam machines and hot-water extractors and which might work best for your application. We also interview Scott Perkins from Scotty's Shine Shop in London Ontario. He gives us his views on what it takes to start and maintain a profitable business in today's economy. With over 20 years in the business, Scotty's experience and insights are critical for future entrepreneurs thinking about opening a carwash/detailing operation.
2022-03-231h 41
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 4: pH Levels with Dr. Victoria and Mike MustoWe discuss the basics of the pH scale and how it is relevant to detailing and cleaning supplies. Special guests include my wife Victoria, who has her PhD in Chemistry from Columbia University, and Mike Musto, who will talk about the "Big Muscle" season premier. Enjoy!
2022-03-231h 26
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 3: Product Confusion and Mike SpinelliWe discuss the different product categories that have led to confusion amongst novice detailers. What's the difference between Compound, Polish, Glaze, and why? (and much more) Then we chat with Mike Spinelli from Jalopnik.com, Savetheenzos.com, the Host of Drive Central, and After Drive on the /Drive Channel. He answers the most frequent question he gets..."How did you get started as an automotive journalist and where did Jalopnik come from". Mike's interview is a lot of fun! Thank for listening and leave comments! -Larry
2022-03-231h 26
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 2: Evolution of the Polisher and guest Zack Klapman of The Smoking TireUnderstanding how paint polishers have evolved based on the progression and advancement in paint technology is important to think about before deciding which polisher is right for you. We delve into this evolution to help us understand the past, present, and future. - Larry
2022-03-231h 04
This Is Not A Car Wash PodcastEpisode 1: Introduction to MicrofiberWelcome to the first Drive + Protect Podcast! We are extremely excited to discuss the detailing world and tricks that can help business owners and weekend warriors alike. In this episode, we discuss the origins of microfiber towels and how to determine if one is “good” or “bad”. We also chat with Mike Musto of /Drive Channel’s Big Muscle about the muscle car culture and what defines a muscle car vs another. Thank you for listening and appreciate any feedback! -Larry
2022-03-2353 min
Good Game Nice TryLarry Kosilla is All About the DetailRenowned auto detailer Larry Kosilla stops by to share how his passion for car detailing has led him to the video game world with a new car detail simulator. He chats with Sonja and Bley about the process of creating his new DLC and how game designers got so many details right - including what’s in his studio fridge.
2022-01-2843 min
Ultimate Dad PodcastLarry Kosilla from AMMO NYCuse code TBG10 for 10% off your first purchase at https://ammonyc.com (good thru 2021) This week on the podcast is our good friend, Larry Kosilla of AMMO NYC. You may be asking yourself, what is AMMO NYC? If you ever searched YouTube to see how to clean or detail your car, chances are you came across one of Larry’s videos. He was the first to show how-tos and share high-end car detailing knowledge on the, (at the time), a new platform that is YouTube. With over 20 years of experience, Larry is internationally known as THE detailing master. His wo...
2021-11-171h 32The Smoking TireLarry Kosilla (AMMONYC)Larry Kosilla is one of the world’s best detailers and the founder of AMMO NYC detailing products. On this episode we talk paint protection, car care for lazy people, his new product (and EPA headache), washing cars in the winter, supply chains, shipping costs, his new EV, his insane 9 hour commute. @AMMO NYC https://www.ammonyc.comGo to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire14 and use code smokingtire14 for up to 14 free meals, including free shipping.Go to StatHero.com/SMOKINGTIRE, sign up for free and you can get three times back on yo...
2021-09-071h 45
It's Never Just A GameAmmo Auto Care Founder Larry Kosilla Talks About Leaving A Sure Thing, Taking A Risk, & Succeeding At Doing What He LovesNJ and Greg talk with Ammo Auto Care Founder Larry Kosilla about his career, his company, and his success on Youtube. Larry’s Ammo NYC Youtube channel has 1.7 million subscribers which helped him build a retail business without a single distributor. Listen as Larry talks about what drives him to produce the best products he can and why he would prefer to be poor doing what he loves, rather than being rich but unhappy at work. Fortunately for Larry, he is is very successful doing what he loves, so that’s not a problem!
2021-03-0854 minThe Smoking TireLarry Kosilla (Detailer, @AMMONYC)Homeowners! Head to https://www.Policygenius.com right now. Go to https://www.Innova.com now and use code TST to receive a 20% discount and free shipping on your order. Follow us!T: @thesmokingtire @zackklapmanIG: @thesmokingtire @fakezackklapmanWatch the show: NEW SHIRTS!https://www.blipshift.com/tst
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2020-11-241h 33
The Revival Motoring PodcastLarry Kosilla Of Ammo NYC!In this week's episode, the boys sit down with Larry Kosilla to talk about Ammo NYC, what it's like running his YouTube channel and what he has planned for the future. Visit our website: https://www.revivalmotoring.com/ Check out our sponsor: https://www.manscaped.com/ Use code: REVIVAL 20 Percent off and free shipping!
2020-10-223h 05
DivingDeepEDUJon Smith: students as creatorsWhat can foster an authentic learning experience? Matthew Downing and Jon Smith discuss how to create these types of authentic learning experiences through students publishing their work. They also discuss student agency, car detailing, and unique features of Book Creator. Includes many practical examples that can be directly applied to the classroom. Jon Smith is a former teacher and tech integrator. He is a speaker, college professor, auto detailer, golfer, and helps teachers succeed using Book Creator. Shout outs: Jason Hubbard, Larry Kosilla Music: Believin Stephen
2020-10-1941 minThe Smoking TireLarry Kosilla (AMMO Auto Care)Larry Kosilla is one of the world's top detailers, founder of AMMO Autocare, and also one of Matt's oldest friends. We'll be talking about his new shop, his cars, cleaning cars, and probably drum up some hilarious stories from back in the day.Wath his YouTube channel to learn EVERYTHING about cleaning/detailing: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYsa8SOy3TkoxI5D17s1u-whttps://www.ammonyc.com/Follow us!T: @thesmokingtire @zackklapmanIG: @thesmokingtire @fakezackklapman @ammonycWatch the show!: https://youtu.be/OINLZzPwIuw
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2020-05-211h 48The Smoking TireLarry Kosilla, Kevin Brown, and Derek Bemis - World's Greatest DetailersNew Shirts: https://www.blipshift/com/tstThis podcast included lots of great DIY advice, hilarious stories from Larry and Matt's high school days, and a serious look at a side of the detailing industry that no one was talking about. Larry Kosilla, Kevin Brown, and Derek Bemis, are 3 of the best car detailers in the world, full stop. They've detailed cars that cost 8 figures, build their own tools, and developed their own compounds. They are passionate and knowledgable about cars. This show should not be missed.Follow us!T: @thesmokingtire @zackklapman IG: @t...
2019-04-021h 59
HooniverseToo Many Podcasters (Musto, Farah, Kosilla) - SEMA 2017Nearing the end of SEMA 2017 we managed to wrangle a bunch of our friends onto the show for what is best described as Automotive Attention Deficit Disorder. This episode we welcome Mike Musto and Colin Sebern (House of Muscle) Larry Kosila (AMMO Autocare & Drive + Protect) David Meyer of Turbonetics/Precision Turbo, Matt Farah (The Smoking Tire & /Drive on NBC) and of course the dulcet tones of Jeff Glucker and myself (Chris Hayes). We should all thanks the jerks at Borla for purposely attempting to drown us out the entire week of recording with their egregious sp...
2017-12-2044 min
HooniverseToo Many Podcasters (Musto, Farah, Kosilla) - SEMA 2017Nearing the end of SEMA 2017 we managed to wrangle a bunch of our friends onto the show for what is best described as Automotive Attention Deficit Disorder. This episode we welcome Mike Musto and Colin Sebern (House of Muscle) Larry Kosila (AMMO Autocare & Drive + Protect) David Meyer of Turbonetics/Precision Turbo, Matt Farah (The Smoking Tire & /Drive on NBC) and of course the dulcet tones of Jeff Glucker and myself (Chris Hayes). We should all thanks the jerks at Borla for purposely attempting to drown us out the entire week of recording with their egregious sp...
2017-12-2044 minThe Smoking TireSEMA, Radwood, YouTube Project Car Challenge, and FriendsRecorded live from the show floor at SEMA, this episode covers a lot of ground. The first half of the show features Brad, Rick, Lane, and Art. founders of the Radwood car show, coming to Los Angeles on December 2nd, and featuring 80's and 90's cars. Then, in the second half, we bring on old friends of the show Rob Ferretti, Tommy Farrell (aka Tommy FYeah), Mike Musto, and Larry Kosilla, plus an appearance from recent One Take fan favorite Lars Wolfe, talking more about his Nissan Juke "Multipurpose Racer" Special thanks to Magnaflow for providing the m...
2017-11-081h 03
Dialed In - Some Obsession RequiredLarry Kosilla on the AMMO Training Academy & PhilosophyLarry Kosilla, founder of AMMO NYC, joins Matt & Sean for a second session to explain the motives behind the new AMMO Training Academy, as well as his philosophies on branding, work/life balance & detailing as a mental release.
2017-10-291h 22The Smoking TireLarry Kosilla of AMMO NYCLarry Kosilla is one of Matt's oldest friends; they grew up together in Westchester, NY, and went to middle school and high school together. They began the car industry together, founding the New York Motor Club in 2005, which is where Matt got started making videos. Now, Larry is one of the world's best car detailers, employed by corporations, celebrities, and titans of industries to keep fleets of classics looking their best. He also created a car care product line from scratch called AMMO NYC. Larry and Matt tell stories, talk about their project cars, and Larry answers your detailing...
2017-08-161h 44
Dialed In - Some Obsession RequiredTwo things Matt Said He Never Would Never Do... and DidAuto Auctions, OG Meetup, Camping, Golden Corral and Larry Kosilla
2017-02-0757 minHooniverseMusto, Kosilla & Devereux, not a law firm - SEMA 2016On this episode Zack Klapman (@ZackKlapman) and I (@HayesData) are joined by the men behind the House of Muscle Mike Musto (@MDMusto) and Pat Devereux, last but not least our good friend Larry Kosilla (@AMMO_NYC) of Ammo Autocare joins the mix as well. We cover the trends of things we're seeing at SEMA, RWB Porsches, generally tacky crap and we fill in the blanks with an occassional jab at each other.
2017-02-0145 min
Dialed In - Some Obsession RequiredThe Larry Kosilla / AMMO NYC StoryIn this epsiode Matt talks with Larry Kosilla from AMMO NYC. Larry shares his story, How he left the trading floor on Wall Street to pursue his passion. How he became a chemist and how he built one of the most recognizable detailing brands in the world.
2016-11-071h 06HooniverseSEMA 2015 Finale w/ Mike Musto and Larry KosillaThis week's episode wraps up our SEMA 2016 series of podcasts. This time Jason Connor and I are joined by good friends Mike Musto (/Drive, Big Muscle, Road & Track) and Larry Kosilla (AMMO Autocare, /Drive Clean, Drive+Protect). This was my final episode from the showfloor and we went out with a bang alongside my voice.
2016-06-0150 minThe Smoking TireAlmost an EvoDSMs... one of the big cars of the early 2000s import scene, Matt finds out what it's like to drive one that has been built very well. In addition we talk about tackling projects without a proper budget, automatic seatbelts, middle men, mexican interior work, fuel filters the new Ford GT and Larry Kosilla's ever evolving 964. Oh... and Matt's Mustang is done.
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2015-06-101h 43The Smoking TireOn the Rally North AmericaThis week Matt, Thad and Zack check in from the road with Rally North America. The guys meet up with Larry Kosilla in New York and try out his newly modified 964 at Monticello. Comparisons are made between the seedier parts of New York, Philadelphia and Memphis. Racial epithets are used in Ohio, a 1963 Corvette Stringray with an LS1 swap is driven and a glory hole is discovered at a rural rest stop.
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2014-07-0953 minThe Smoking TireDetailers Larry Kosilla, Jason Rose, Kevin BrownThis week we round up the 3 finest detailers in North America to hone the finish on.... a Fox Body Notchback with incredibly shitty paint. We brought nuclear warheads to a knife fight, but sometimes that's just how we do things. Jason Rose (Meguiars), Kevin Brown (Buff Daddy.com) and of course our very own Larry Kosilla (AMMO NYC) dive deep into the world of detailing. This episode represents a commitment to cleaning and presentation that would make your mother proud. Although we still discourage sharing these shows with your mom. All that plus the detail masters answer listener questions....
2014-04-021h 50The Smoking TireMike Musto, Larry KosillaOur good friends Larry Kosilla (AMMO NYC, Drive Clean) and Mike Musto (Big Muscle, Road & Track) join us at the podcasting table once again. This week we review the Chevy SS and the Jeep Cherokee Diesel. Also we cover Larry's less than ideal ride to the airport, the Forza Motorsport Smoking Tire car pack, Axe Body Spray, camping in the desert BMW Z8s and winter car care.
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2014-02-121h 50HooniverseSEMA 2013 - Larry Kosilla of AMMO NYCThis week Larry Kosilla über detailer and Managing Director of AMMO NYC joins the newly reunited Hooniverse crew at SEMA 2013. Given Larry's background we of course discuss detailing, how he got started and what it's like working on some of the world's most expensive and exotic vehicles. Additionally we touch on Larry's Porsche 911 project, Jeff updates us on "The Wombat" and Blake schleps a crazy cart to Vegas.
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