S03E20: #DoYouKnow Nick Ellis from The RPM Foundation
10/01/24 • 83 min
In this episode, we sit down with Nick Ellis, the Executive Director of the RPM Foundation.
Obviously we're interested in what he's working on, but the RPM organization is doing some pretty critical work in preserving the rich heritage and skills needed to keep vintage cars and motorcycles going.
As the leader of this non-profit dedicated to advancing careers in vehicle restoration and preservation, Nick provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the classic car and motorcycle community and the sense of responsibility that comes with owning rare and (sometimes) valuable vehicles.
The RPM Foundation's mission centers around advocating for skilled trades and ensuring the next generation is equipped with the knowledge and expertise to keep these vintage machines on the road. Nick explains the foundation's focus on identifying and preserving "endangered skills" - specialized techniques and craftsmanship that are at risk of disappearing as older technicians retire and modern automotive technology advances. Through grant funding, apprenticeship programs, and hands-on educational initiatives, the RPM Foundation is working to bridge this gap and inspire young people to pursue careers in the automotive restoration and preservation fields. Nick shares insights into the challenges of engaging a generation that is increasingly disconnected from the hands-on, mechanical aspects of vehicle ownership and maintenance.
We also discuss the profound personal and cultural significance of these vintage vehicles, and the transformative power of the experiences they can provide. The hosts and Nick explore stories that illustrate the sense of community, problem-solving, and personal growth that can emerge from tackling the unique challenges of classic car and motorcycle ownership.
Covering:
1933 Ford Cabriolet
BMW K 75 motorcycle
1967 Firebird
1950 Ford Meteor
1966 Mustang
1965 Camaro
Model A Ford
Henderson motorcycle
Harley-Davidson motorcycle
BMW R60/2
BMW R100/7
Mercury XR-7
Fiat X1-9
Fiat 600 Multipla
The Hole in the Head Podcast is an ongoing conversation between Andy Taylor and Blaine Dehmlow. We’re regular guys who love all things vintage cars and motorcycles, but also building and mechanical projects of all kinds.
Some of our worst ideas often come to life as we find and fix old, weird projects, with or without the emotional support of our significant others. Join us as we chase vintage BMWs, old Studebaker pickups or clunky German watches.
Find us on Instagram @holeinthehead
Email us: [email protected]
Gas Money: patreon.com/holeinthehead
More: linktr.ee/holeinthehead
#vintagemotorcycles #motoguzzi #oldcars #oldtrucks #volvo #vintagevans #mvagusta #motomorini #euromoto #BMW #Ossa #Montesa #Bultaco #Ariel #AJS
In this episode, we sit down with Nick Ellis, the Executive Director of the RPM Foundation.
Obviously we're interested in what he's working on, but the RPM organization is doing some pretty critical work in preserving the rich heritage and skills needed to keep vintage cars and motorcycles going.
As the leader of this non-profit dedicated to advancing careers in vehicle restoration and preservation, Nick provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the classic car and motorcycle community and the sense of responsibility that comes with owning rare and (sometimes) valuable vehicles.
The RPM Foundation's mission centers around advocating for skilled trades and ensuring the next generation is equipped with the knowledge and expertise to keep these vintage machines on the road. Nick explains the foundation's focus on identifying and preserving "endangered skills" - specialized techniques and craftsmanship that are at risk of disappearing as older technicians retire and modern automotive technology advances. Through grant funding, apprenticeship programs, and hands-on educational initiatives, the RPM Foundation is working to bridge this gap and inspire young people to pursue careers in the automotive restoration and preservation fields. Nick shares insights into the challenges of engaging a generation that is increasingly disconnected from the hands-on, mechanical aspects of vehicle ownership and maintenance.
We also discuss the profound personal and cultural significance of these vintage vehicles, and the transformative power of the experiences they can provide. The hosts and Nick explore stories that illustrate the sense of community, problem-solving, and personal growth that can emerge from tackling the unique challenges of classic car and motorcycle ownership.
Covering:
1933 Ford Cabriolet
BMW K 75 motorcycle
1967 Firebird
1950 Ford Meteor
1966 Mustang
1965 Camaro
Model A Ford
Henderson motorcycle
Harley-Davidson motorcycle
BMW R60/2
BMW R100/7
Mercury XR-7
Fiat X1-9
Fiat 600 Multipla
The Hole in the Head Podcast is an ongoing conversation between Andy Taylor and Blaine Dehmlow. We’re regular guys who love all things vintage cars and motorcycles, but also building and mechanical projects of all kinds.
Some of our worst ideas often come to life as we find and fix old, weird projects, with or without the emotional support of our significant others. Join us as we chase vintage BMWs, old Studebaker pickups or clunky German watches.
Find us on Instagram @holeinthehead
Email us: [email protected]
Gas Money: patreon.com/holeinthehead
More: linktr.ee/holeinthehead
#vintagemotorcycles #motoguzzi #oldcars #oldtrucks #volvo #vintagevans #mvagusta #motomorini #euromoto #BMW #Ossa #Montesa #Bultaco #Ariel #AJS
Previous Episode
S03E19: How to be a Buyer (without being annoying)
Okey doke. Let's address the elefant in the room. When selling a car or motorcycle, the process can be grueling as the worst of humanity seems to seek you out. We don't think it's intentional, so we decided to aggregate some of our experience and take a chance that ONE person might hear this and maybe be just a little less terrible when hunting down a project.
Blaine and I have bought and sold more than we care to admit, and when it comes to these kinds of transactions, and we've learned a thing or two.
In this episode, Andy and Blaine dive deep into the art of buying a classic car or bike. From establishing rapport with sellers to bringing it home, they share some hard-earned wisdom on navigating the ads on Facebook and Craigslist with honor and transparency. We'll cover essential topics like negotiating prices, finalizing deals, and maintaining the right demeanor, even when faced with challenging situations.
What did we miss?? email us [email protected]
#VintageMotorcycles #buyingamotorcycle
#BMW #rangerover
The Hole in the Head Podcast is an ongoing conversation between Andy Taylor and Blaine Dehmlow. We’re regular guys who love all things vintage cars and motorcycles, but also building and mechanical projects of all kinds.
Some of our worst ideas often come to life as we find and fix old, weird projects, with or without the emotional support of our significant others. Join us as we chase vintage BMWs, old Studebaker pickups or clunky German watches.
Find us on Instagram @holeinthehead
Email us: [email protected]
Gas Money: patreon.com/holeinthehead
More: linktr.ee/holeinthehead
#vintagemotorcycles #motoguzzi #oldcars #oldtrucks #volvo #vintagevans #mvagusta #motomorini #euromoto #BMW #Ossa #Montesa #Bultaco #Ariel #AJS
Hole in the Head Moto Podcast - S03E20: #DoYouKnow Nick Ellis from The RPM Foundation
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That's not a GO button. But, yeah, okay, go ahead, Blake, you want to start. It's
Blaine Dehmlowunusual that I start the show, because usually Andy has some sort of very insightful introduction. And I don't all I want to know is that we got this guy named Nick Ellis with us, and Nick, we're going to find out what you do and why you do it. But the most important thing I want to know right now is, what
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