Kevin Smith : KSR Performance & Fabrication, Building, Youtube | The Cooper Bogetti Podcast EP#8

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[@turbosally3373]

"Better" guests? lololol

[@rdejaynes]

damn i didnt even know you were doing a podcast

[@BlueCollarBachelor]

How do you get better than Kevin?

[@bj241205]

Damn, don't be disrespecting Kevin like that! lol Can't wait to see Richard Hammond sitting in a lawn chair in your garage.

[@benjaminfrohns]

Guess you ment more guests. It's already a very nice collection of interviews. :-)

[@KSRPerformanceFabrication]

Apparently, I am pretty good at talking......lol

[@metrickarma]

We miss you!

[@newtonfirefly3584]

​ @KSRPerformanceFabrication Kevin Smith, clearly You have many positive, useful, helpful, beneficial qualities, aspects, attributes, skills, abilities, capabilities, experience, expertise, information, knowledge that nearly everyone can learn from, enjoy. In addition, You have the clearly developed the personal clarity and thus ability with, within clear explanation. 😆 A. Your channel has the well developed balance with information, instruction, teaching, explanation, description, presentation, 'show and tell', process, methods, 'work' (often with time lapse combined with narrative), events, driving, racing, etc. B. As is clear, Your channel represents everything You are involved in, within Your business, fabrication, racing, etc. of Your actual involvement, activities, etc. which are reality of, with, within Your endeavors, which You record, edit, post. C. Your channel posted vlogs are expressions, presentations of, with, within Your life related to these motor sports, "Performance & Fabrication" shop-business, racing, etc. D. This is compared with [as mentioned, discussed] many other channels which their focus is their channel as TV Shows, thus their videos are based in 'entertainment', 'drama', 'suspense', "Sensational/ISM", often "Reckless Society"-"Chaos" (You know the reference, idea, concept) to draw views alone. E. Others are focused upon selling their merchandise, products, service(s), company, etc. 1.- which for many like You are their primary business, 2. while others use a combination of the vlog and common merchandise, and product distribution, sales is there business E. Kevin, Your channel is more similar with PFISpeed within their realm, within their business and racing, not as a intent, purpose itself, rather a vlog of, with, within their activities, also with good explanation, instruction, details, information, knowledge, presentation, etc. F. Each of Your posted vlogs on Your channel, with each type are each always interesting, valuable, beneficial for me 1. was led to You and Your channel via seeing within the 1320video posts of, with, within Drag&Drive events, to several individuals including with You, Kevin with in Garrett, Cleetus McFarland, James etc.and others which have been and still are related, interrelated, connected, interconnected, etc. 2. Your channel is of my preferred with all of the aspects, details, information, knowledge, etc. 3. especially not focused upon the 'drama', suspense', "Sensational/ISM", etc. 4. rather these which result from the events, work, etc. and with proper information, knowledge, process, methods, experience, expertise base 5. only a few have these qualities -> as PFISpeed [Brent,Jaime,etc.],MidwestStreetCars [Justin Shearer,Jackie], Alex&DennisTaylor&aFewOthers. 6. Each video, vlog You post is valuable, and look forward to when You manage to complete Your edit and post them 😄 a. -> am certainly with anticipation and patience 😃 b. -> Your focus is clear along with Your additional personal situation(s) - as explained, thus comprehended. 😏 @Cooper Bogetti; @Bogetti Studios; Great choice, topics, subjects with and within this interview with Kevin Smith 😄 All The Best and Much Success in Your Quest, Health, Happiness, and Well Being. 😊 Sincerely ☺

[@LowetheTechGuy]

You ain't never lied! I am @1:15:00, time for a break.

[@firetowing]

Kevin is an Amazing Teacher And Human. He is From Earth 🤔 😂😂😂😂😂

[@mr.phasfun6044]

❤️💛💚Kevin good to hear you speak about your experiences, I certainly watch n observe al the content and read comments nd I knew you were getting slack for a certain build....such badness from those who are bought into their idiotidol...it will not hurt you long term....glad cooper had you on his talk show....

[@JnixMarshel]

"a million ways to be wrong, a handful of ways to be right" I dig that

[@geoffreyweber9234]

COOOOOOOOOP YOU ROCK. I'm a huge fan of the interview sessions. You're doing something right. One request...get Ty or Zack for an interview.

[@199rocks94]

Ty for sure

[@theprodigytm63]

Id love an interview from the whole Cleeter Crew. Ive always wondered where James came from, like whats his background in cars? How did him and cleet meet? There are so many questions! lol

[@charlesroehl9377]

Duuuude yes.

[@jdinnis]

What a great conversation. Now we know why Kevin has not had time to post videos, he spending all his time sittin' around chatting with Cooper! Sounds like a great life to me!

[@briantruck2284]

😂😆 yup

[@scottcol23]

Cooper, Podcasts are not easy to do well. And let me tell you, you knocked it out of the park. Letting the guest talk, not interrupting them. Asking a vague question and then slowly directing the conversation getting more and more detailed as you go. Perfection! Kevin did an amazing job. I love hearing him talk about cars. He is a wealth of information.

[@littlegoats1925]

I would love to see you and cleatus sit down and chat about the early days on KZbin together, the shenanigans is what we want.

[@darienwhite24]

Kevin is such an influence he has a passion for motorsports and he's put in the blood sweat and tears and made a name for himself..

[@sirmonkey1985]

this gunna be good.. hope one day you might be able to get Sam on the podcast(probably end up being an 8 hour episode, lol) but that would be an interesting story.

[@BogettiStudios]

Sam will come on, he can talk as long as he wants to immortalize his words

[@CL-ty6wp]

should get his grandson, boosted boy kyle on together.

[@chadwoody3719]

Would love to see Mr. Sam on telling his story even if it took a week to do.

[@peppermintnightmare4741]

@@CL-ty6wp I Love how much praise and respect Kyle and Sam have for eachother even though they come from completely different backgrounds.

[@peppermintnightmare4741]

@@CL-ty6wp Huh

[@chetSeminole]

Almost 3 hours goes by quickly with great conversation.

[@Ronaldl2350]

Great pod cast with you and Kevin. "don't ever get into racing thinking you are going to make money" that statement is so very true.

[@danieljamespo]

Mint. Will be listening to this many times

[@ryanlong4021]

I think you should make Kevin a regular if he is down. I can listen to the man talk literally all day. This is my 3rd time listening to this very podcast.

[@jamessimones2987]

One of my favorite ones so far. Kevin is so down to earth

[@digitaldoctors499]

I'm loving this. I own and operate a cellphone repair store. While I'm fixing phones, it's nice to have this running in the background to listen to. Great guest this episode, Kevin is awesome!

[@305racing6]

I am enjoying seeing KZbinrs talking about life outside of KZbin.

[@kimai1641]

Coop! This new channel is great! Keep the ball rolling, you've found a niche! Expand it, meaning keep finding people who would want to be interviewed which means you'd have to travel, but it'd be good for the industry!

[@chrish6923]

This was an absolutely amazing conversation. Worth every second of the nearly 3 hours. Kevin is so extremely knowledgeable and such a gem of a person. Thanks Coop for giving us this opportunity to hear from him and offering up the conversation starters.

[@ericsime7541]

Kevin mentioning people wanting to live through you is so true. I follow so many KZbin car guys. It not because I couldn't do this kind of stuff but just don't have the resources to do so. Thank you guys for doing what you do. And Cooper this is an awesome content!

[@ethancash8760]

Best one yet!

[@69Dartman]

Keep it up Coop, this chat was awesome to watch and I wish Kevin was out helping everyone more often. He got Mullet dialed in and now look how it's evolved and it wouldn't be there without his help building and upgrading what Garrett and crew had👍

[@narwhaljones4821]

I truly enjoy this podcast, really glad I can listen on Spotify. Keep at this Coop. Would love to listen to a conversation with James about him as a person. You mentioned that so hopefully that's in the works. Thanks for this bud. This was a fantastic idea you turned into a reality.

[@dwaynegilkes3544]

Great video and just a interjection on the serious money into these cars Even us garage backyard builders have what’s for us serious money not just in the cars but the tools to build on our own And the hours involved pursuing a passion that many of us have had for years Guys like you two and many others inspire us to keep going thanks fellas

[@quick455]

The discussion about just wanting to put cool stuff out there before even thinking of wanting a YT is right where I'm currently at so I can identify with it. Been doing this forever and have built or been part of some insane builds, and it wasn't until a month ago I decided to start sharing some of the stuff on here. Instagram is easy and I have a solid following there, uploading pics and descriptions takes no time, but filming, editing, and posting videos is a whole nother world and I totally understand the comments about it being a second job.

[@sdflanagan]

Took a few sittings, but loved every second of it. Keep it up!

[@stakman78]

Kevin you are the most real, un tainted person I've seen, you use your past to your advantage and are humble enough to know you have just had a go,. You are not trying to prove anything to anyone, but learn yourself and better your skills. I so get you dude. Keep up the great work mate from New Zealand

[@ripnsoar]

Loved the last half of this convo. Kevin is very smart

[@twisted2291]

It took me 4 days to watch this whole video, but it was well worth it. Wish I had the time to watch it from start to finish. Great video.

[@Jbryant93]

Brother, I’m just gonna go ahead and say you were made for this! This is your calling

[@mlstrib]

You and Kevin in particular make a good pair. Content ideas.. I'm interested in a ongoing series where you absolutely stick to a ladder and methodically march from lowest to highest bar to entry racing. El stocko off the lot, used or not, rot or hot. Simple text edit takes us through a category list that's replicable as you progress up the cost ladder: track arrival and entry credentials, safety and tech hurdle, successful and popular vehicles, specs, setup, a owner/driver first race day experience, ideal 1 race budget to get the experience under your belt. Introduce us to educators and instructors for racing careers, track safety and operations employees. Just some thoughts. I don't know what the hell I'm talking about. You're a good egg Coop. Keep'er going

[@jermball12345]

Listening to you guys talk reminds me why I got into automotive, I was 11 when fast and furious came out and pinks was on TV when I got my driver's license and junk yard wars

[@jamesfeagle4712]

I also remember when you had that Olds tore apart in my garage and parts and tools all over the floor. I was thinking what is this kid doing, Those where good times KEVIN!

[@Tyler_LB7]

LOVE this podcast! My favorite is finally having a great car guy podcast!! Keep up the great work and keep the longer episodes coming!! 1 hour is not enough!!!!!!!

[@andrewwhite1305]

Always nice to see Smitty. I like that you're going in depth with your buddies. Cool to get some background on these guys.

[@phillipcortel6330]

Coop! You are a knowledgeable interviewer! And it is good to see Kevin more relaxed. A pleasure to see the different side of Coop and Kevin! I like the pod cast Cooper. Keep them coming!

[@TK-fp5fp]

Great interview, you and Kevin were awesome to watch. You guys were a real pleasure to watch. Glad I found your channel I'll definitely be watching more of your videos.

[@markfuchs9385]

Kevin and his Crew ROCK....My family and I watch his youtube channel and cheer for KSR when they compete....

[@SlipFitGarage]

Kevin mentioned being at Gainesville for the first 300mph pass in Top Fuel somewhere around 2012... That was actually Kenny Bernstein in 1992. Time flies

[@steeveomcjameson8673]

This was Great! I had a 3 hour road trip and filled the void perfectly!

[@adamhenley6534]

well its taken me 4 days to get through it, but man that was a great informative chat!

[@67stangracer]

cad takes time to learn im a machinist have been for 8 years in a actual job setting we have changed softwares 3 times and each software has a different learning curve! but once you figure the basics and learn how to understand the code it gets easier each time and actually understand the code. it helps more than just learning the cad/ design aspect because sometimes its not necessarily the cad software but a code differential between machines or the machine doesnt know how to read a certain line of code so if you understand what the codes them selves do you can alter that line of code to get it to do what you want to do. love listening to these podcasts while im working on nightshift it helps get me thru the work night !

[@Matt-de2vn]

Just subbed Coop, i really believe if you put the effort in with this you will suceed. Any chance of interviewing the developer/owner of the future housing development next to the FF and BMP. Ask him tons of well thought of questions etc. It certainly coudn't hurt.

[@drewpeanuts69]

Thank you for the industry insight and for dropping so much tuner knowledge. I am trying to make a 5 year plan on starting a tuner shop myself, and you helped me find a little direction. I am sure BOTH of yalls time is worth a lot, so thank you as well, Mr.Bogetti!

[@TalkinTech]

Cooper, these are low key fire. This was such an easy and interesting listen, couldn't be happier that you decided to do a pod.

[@brianbartlett7313]

Just wanted to say I was never a podcast kind of person. But I've been listening to the ones you've put out and can't wait for the next one to come out.

[@stevenlee4437]

On vacation from Ireland cooper and listened to the whole thing while walking Bradenton beach 👍🏻 enjoyed every minute of it. The expense of racing really hit home.

[@SloppyMechanics]

fantastic, I have also wanted to have Kevin on, one day we will line it up, but this is awesome filler

[@craigparamore4619]

Great Video Cooper. I want to see the Racing stuff because it is the results/payoff of the work you've put into it. Keep showing the Racing I don't understand why people want to watch a build then don't want to see the Racing. Keep doing what you do Kevin.

[@stern12akachris32]

Cooper all these interviews have been fantastic. I cannot believe how good you are at them !!!!!! Great job keep them coming !!!!

[@shanekay8278]

That was very enjoyable. It shows what a good human Kevin is as well how he always tries to learn and help others as well with his time. Also the respect he has for the team Cleeter has put together and he would still lend a hand as much as he could.

[@chrismadaj8751]

Great Video keep it up KSR ROCKS the drag world. GODSPEED

[@jtuck6065]

Great vid. Probably best yet in your short history with this channel 😊

[@CarlosMontalvoGhigliotty]

Great interview! It only took me 8 hours to watch 3 hours of podcasts! Thank you, Cooper and Kevin.

[@v4yt126]

This was the best one to date well done both!

[@deuceinfinity]

Win with KSR! Kevin is the man!!

[@williammorgan5032]

Excellent interview.

[@carharttkd]

This episode is SO GOOD! You're killing it Cooper!

[@therealjplavoie]

Coopers podcast has rose to be in my top 5, Enjoy very much what your doing! and KSR is always super interesting to hear. Such a humble human! Thank you to both for this excellent episode! 👌

[@MrFatso99]

Good stuff good to see Kevin and Cooper some of the most mellow dudes on KZbin

[@Spencew946]

Best to date!!! Though I’m probably biased because you guys touched base on my camaro a bit lol

[@nicholascenteno6993]

I am really enjoying this format. Crazy you only have 17k subs. It’s just a matter of time before this blows up.

[@MrWIbackpacker]

This is it Coop. You found your thing. This channel is amazing. Keep using your imagination, get these guys to bring in their wildest stories, and maybe pictures or video of crazy stuff happening as well. You can take this a long way Coop, lots and lots of big names who have never done a candid interview like this. Been eating these episodes up low key, and can’t wait for more. This is going to gain reaction. These guys are a gold mine of knowledge.

[@GregK1247]

The possibilities are endless with this podcast channel!! This is it!!

[@dangariepy3750]

Great podcast! Can't wait for the next. I have guest suggestions for days lol. Emilio, or Taylor Ray would be good gets at this level. Maybe do a podcast at an event, pull on multiple people for a story here and there. Once you get to 50k subs hit up dudes like Tavarish, or Garret. I think you are good at this and are getting better. I hope you stick with it.

[@nae__t]

Great stuff there Cooper! Keep them coming.

[@zrxdoug]

Cooper..you talked about your worries about temporary crew getting everything done/remembering everything. I had the same issues as far back as the mid-eighties..never had a regular crew, it was always whoever was available at the time. The solution is idiotically simple.. Make a checklist. Print it, laminate it, and stick it on a clipboard with a dry erase marker. Do this, ANYONE can crew for you, and checking up on things is as easy as looking for a check mark on a page.. I've had crew consisting of my mom, my nieces, my ten year old great nephew, guys from work who were less mechanically inclined than my beagle, and people who just wandered into the pit and saw me riding the struggle bus...they ALL become competent if their duties were written down with a box to check next to 'em. 👍

[@trentspidell3468]

You really have a thing for this podcast. Keep it up! Amazing video.

[@Spudstrodamus]

I'm glad I subscribed and went back to watch some of the older ones. Kevin seems like a real smart dude. I love to hear technical talk anything that I can learn to help me in racing makes me happy

[@Godscountry2732]

Great interview.

[@matt3241]

Nice Saturday morning shop work day 2 hours of coop and kevin

[@drftcrzy]

Love the podcast. Kevin is an awesome guy. Keep it up cooper. Can’t wait to see future guest. Great job, cool listening to car guy conversations

[@mattwalsh4133]

I like how raw this content is... keep it up Cooper

[@davidowen888]

It was nice absorbing chat with you two, but I'll be honest I did catch a momentary nap ⏰️ 😅 👍☮️

[@littlegoats1925]

Hey coop, loved this podcast mate. You both talked about some really interesting subjects. For new at podcasts I feel you are going well. Thanks for the entwrtainment

[@jimlao86]

What an amazing conversation 👏. Loved every minute!

[@deuceinfinity]

This is the best interview on KZbin!

[@Sinixstar]

Man, I love Kevin. Dude is just a bottomless well of knowledge. Easily one of the better interviews so far.

[@badbusa2]

Great podcast, lots of good talk! Kevin is an interesting racer/builder!

[@jeffreyperrault3792]

Clay Millican..a true top fuel badass and one of the nicest human beings you could ever meet.

[@dakotaharbert935]

Boy I don't know why I saved this for later. It was a good one. Kevin is a pretty legit guy.

[@davenorman8251]

This is some good stuff..Thanks Coop BTW: NPK and Street Outlaw racing is going nuts in Australia

[@mrray55]

Excellent podcast. Felt just like hanging out with you guys. 👍

[@miketrigiani9743]

Great interview with Kevin. Congrats.

[@mattbradshaw6456]

Hi Cooper, I've been really enjoying your podcasts, listened to every episode so far, mostly listening on spotify, but I wanted to leave a comment

[@Matt_Huffman]

Yes! Loving this podcast!

[@jaredandrews379]

Really enjoyed this video of ksr!

[@Garage533Ohio]

Kevin seems like such a cool dude, definitely interesting to hear his thoughts on everything. I really enjoy these podcasts tho, I hope you keep doing them for a long time to come👍👍👍

[@newhavenneil]

Instant feedback - great content guys!

[@willmm4745]

Awesome video, worth the watch!

[@iknklst]

You got a thing going on here Coop, keep it up. I think you've found your niche.

[@tomk4739]

I worked at American Can during college, and we supplied can for the St. Louis AB brewery.

[@KenG....]

Good one. KSR for the win!

[@christopher5723]

I really like this video format, much more watchable than your main channel content.

[@drhodes380]

Coop, this format is great. Keep it up!

[@SteveKMatusak]

Cooper I think you have found your niche! Awesome channel! Awesome content! Nice job! Thankyou!!!!

[@stephenthompson9722]

So much ground covered!!!

[@Midjourney_Magic]

This was good. I can't say I'm a fan of Cooper's builds or channel, but this was really good.

[@markellis796]

Interesting, Kevin talks about CAD, you may want to check out a British company that uses a lot of CAD in its work, all top end builds that take on average two years to complete. CAD work usually starts with 3D scan of the area then CAD, then 3D printed version, they are retropower. CAD work can quite easily be full time position for someone at KSR, it would take up a lot of Kevin's valuable time, if not half of it.

[@sniffmybiff9863]

let’s go! was waiting for this one. thanks cooper love the pods.

[@willieyanez8139]

Awesome podcast, keep up the great work cooper