EP.19 Ron Flemming Interview

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EP.19 Ron Flemming Interview

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May 5, 2019

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Ron Flemming is a long time VW innovator and engine builder. Ron is also a DKP member for the last 20 years. We talk about the early days of VW performance. Drag racing and car and people of this wonderful VW Cal-Look history.

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May 5, 2019

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