# Episode 57 - Mike Finnegan Returns!

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Podcast: [Powerboat Talk](https://stenobird.com/podcast/powerboat-talk-6249876)
Published: 2025-05-08T09:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Reality and YouTube star Mike Finnegan returns on this episode of Powerboat Talk . Finnegan fills us in on his new role as a full-time YouTuber following MotorTrend's recent shutdown of all its TV shows. He also gives an update on his carbon fiber Cheyenne drag boat, Side Chick , sharing some of the challenges with its injury-plagued 632 cu. in. Chevy engine and the success of a recent dyno session. Finnegan offers advice on what makes a dyno experience successful—and reveals the one mistake you should never make when buying a boat. Where to find Mike Finnegan: Instagram @finnegan999 Facebook @mikefinnegansnews Youtube www.youtube.com/@finnegansgarage Website www.fsmgarage.com Visit our website at www.powerboattalk.com View the video for this episode: www.youtube.com/@powerboat_talk Follow us on Instagram @powerboattalk and Facebook @Powerboat Talk Contact me: powerboattalk@gmail.com

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