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Hot Rod Jen is an insanely talented Pinstriper, Sign Painter and all around artist. Jen is local to us and has been a pumping out amazing art for over 20 years. Head to her website and social media accounts after the video!!Hot Rod Jen Links- Website - https://hotrodjen.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HotRodJen- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hotrodjen/- YouTube - @HotRodJenPinstriping https://www.youtube.com/user/hrjstudiosableCheck out our new website!! - https://www.irontrapgarage.comWanna send us something?Iron Trap GaragePO Box 6New Berlinville, PA19545Matt's Instagram - @irontrap - https://www.instagram.com/irontrap/Mike's Instagram - @mhammsteak - https://www.instagram.com/mhammsteak/Iron Trap Parts Instagram - @irontrapfinds - https://www.instagram.com/irontrapfinds/Iron Trap eBay - https://www.ebay.com/usr/irontrapgarage/Email us - irontrapgarage@gmail.com
(07-05-2018) - From 1964 to 1975 Playboy's "Playmates of the year" were pretty in pink. They were given pink cars....Mark Melvin found one....and he and a buddy restored it to his former Glory.....Then Hot Rod Bob Beck joined Randy at the "Classic Auto Show" to talk paint and pin striping with Canada's Camile Bukmeier and California's Johnny Martinez
There are not enough words to describe the qualities and characteristics that make Efrain "Bugs" Gonzales who he is. Seen and done it all, his captivating story begins in Mesa, Arizona where at a young age his love for cars began after seeing a commercial for the, “California Kid”. Shown the importance of humility and hard work, Bugs and his family spent their summers picking in Northern California, where on his drives up, he would notice the beautiful pinstriping and hand painted lettering on big rigs that would change his world forever. Naive to lowriding at first, that all changed once Bugs began cruising Central in Phoenix, Arizona, where the sights and sounds of cars hopping, cruising, and hitting the switches left him feeling like he was in, "Boulevard Nights". The boulevard was also the place a scroll design on a 1976 Caprice done by the legendary "E.T" struck Bugs and inspired him to learn how to stripe. But before he began to lay down lines, Bugs' journey in automotive art began as a painter's helper for his friend Jesse Anaya, who helped Bugs' paint his 1964 Impala. Not only did he receive a beautiful piece of art, he soaked up valuable knowledge and information that gave him the confidence to run with his dream. His introduction to striping also came soon after, when he saw a man by the name of, "J.B", pinstriping at a local car show. Overflowing with curiosity, Bugs had his '64 striped, but watching J.B would be an understatement. Bugs examined everything he did while he striped his car; the way he held his brush, his toolbox, his paints, his brushes, everything. Bugs went on to practice the art of pinstriping religiously and after a year, he was given the opportunity to stripe his buddy Anthony's car, and that's where "Bugs Did It" was born. This led him to seek the guidance and respect of Butch Tucker, one of the greatest stripers in Arizona. Although hesitant at first, Bugs' put aside what he had heard and put it all on the line to learn from the best and accomplished exactly what he had set out to do.Everyone says '90's car shows were something else and Bugs was there to experience it. At a car show in Phoenix, Bugs meets a young Mister Cartoon, who had been intrigued by his striping and was eager to meet him. Although Bugs never thought of Los Angeles, he and Cartoon exchanged numbers and kept in touch. After a few three in the morning phone calls, Bugs decided to take him up on his offer and see what LA was all about. Cartoon quickly introduced Bugs to Los Angeles, and soon Bugs found himself actively going to shows, working on perfecting his craft, attending LA Trade Tech, and meeting a network of artists, including OG Abel, Doc Guthrie and a very special artist, Danny D. Always paying his respects, Bugs never forgets the impact Mister Cartoon had on his career and life. Together the two were members of Lifestyle Car Club, created timeless works of art, and contributed to the rich culture and history that still impacts others to this day. Bugs is not only a gifted artist, he is a one-of-a-kind friend. Bugs reminisces on his friendship with the late and great Danny D and the memories they created. Together, they formed a bond that was founded on respect, encouragement, and loyalty. Whether it was breaking bread or working together to create lasting work, Danny D and Bugs were the dynamic duo that has inspired people all over the globe. The legacy left by Danny D is remembered by Bugs and he continues to embody his gentle personality everyday. The memories and experiences of Efrain "Bugs" Gonzales are enough to write a book. It is a story of sacrifice and devotion; the one of a pioneer who changed the art of lowriding and automotive art, and will go down in history as one of the greatest to ever live. We cherish and celebrate the life and legacy of Efrain "Bugs" Gonzales and Danny D Galvez, not only for their contribution to what we love, but for carrying themselves with their humble hearts.
In this episode, Truth hangs and ties one on with Brian from Chainay Kustoms – a pinstriper, machinist, and metal fabricator. The two discuss Chainay’s background, the realities of quitting your job and starting your own business, motorcycles, hot rods, pinstriping, art, fabrication, tattooing, covid lockdown, shop etiquette, and more! We also bring back the Mystery Bag of Shooters! Thanks to Steve the Creep for dropping off a bag of schnaps, fireball, and vodka nips! This episode also sponsored by Hijinx Apparel (IG: @hijinxapparel / www.hijinxapparel.com) – give them a follow, buy some gear, and show them some love! Follow Brian: IG: @chainay_kustoms WWW: www.chainaykustoms.com As always, please hit the subscribe button if you like and support what we do! You'll get early access to new episodes! Also please leave a review! Follow us on IG: @bigtruth For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) Chopcult (IG: @chopcult / www.chopcult.com) Omerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) Full Speed Ahead (IG: @fullspeedaheadshow / www.fullspeedaheadshow.com)
World famous hot-rodder, pinstriper, and car personality, Von Hot Rod, talks shop with the So Cal Car Scene boys. In this episode, they dive into detail about inspiring the next generation, how he got into car striping, social media in the car industry, the legend of #thevonpoint, and car building with new technologies. Do not miss this great episode of car audio with one of the industry's most eclectic personalities!
(03-05-2020) - Randy & Hot Rod Bob talk with stars of the iconic TV show "Leave it to Beaver", Tony Dow & Jerry Mathers to find out some cool car stories, including what job Jerry did after the show ended so he could afford to buy his first car...a first year GTO, What Tony would love to put in his garage today, and why their TV Dad Hugh Beaumont owned....an ISLAND. THE, the guys talk with Orange County, California based Rod Sexton, what got him into pinstriping, and the hot rods in his garage. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE!!
Betsy Bennett fills us in on all things “Good Guys Rod and Custom”. Von Hotrod celebrates his 30 years at SEMA with the Skidmarks Show boys. The crew from Speed Digital stops by the stage and talks collector car websites. Plus Ralph Holguin from the hit tv series “RMD Garage” fills us in on his five builds at the SEMA Show. This high school drop out shares how he got his start and got to where he is now. Hezy Shaked known in the hyper car circles, shares stories about his amazing collection of one-off, rare, seven figure cars from owning the first Bugatti Chiron in the US to the one-of-one Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo (that you can even build as a Lego). His collection will make your jaw drop. Really it is jaw dropping…. Skid Marks Show brings you a bi-weekly Automotive and Rock-n-Roll radio show broadcasting all year long. With your hosts Jeff Allen from CNBC’s “The Car Chasers” and owner of Flat 12 Gallery and Ethan D. host of the morning radio show “The Rock Show” on FMX. Skidmarks Show is now award winning! Thanks to the Texas Auto Writers Association for recognizing us in automotive radio! SKIDMARKS SHOW is on iTunes, Podbean, Soundcloud, Podcastcharts.com, Castbox for Androids and SkidmarksShow.com Powered by Pennzoil #SkidmarksShow
(10-14-2016) - Pinstriper and car painter Jeff Styles who was in Car Warriors, Rides and made an appearance on Wheeler Dealers joins Randy Kerdoon to give us a look behind the scenes of reality TV, what drink got him through a 48 hour car build, and what he and Chip Foose did at Disneyland! Also, a man claims he can soundproof his '65 Shelby Mustang as good as a Lexus!
(08-26-2016) - Johnny Martinez on the roadblocks that took him 17 years to turn a 1929 Ford pickup into the Grand National champion "Wicked in Suede"; how he got into the "Pinstriper Hall of Fame", and his toy collection which includes a 50s Austin pedal car that was burned in a fire in Malibu!
In this episode of Eastwood's 'Shop Talk,' Kevin Tetz talks with custom painter and pinstriper Rick Bacon, a.k.a., 'The Arsonist'. Like baseball, pinstripes done well on a car are timeless. Rick, known for his realist fire and flames, insists that the car dictates the paint job, NOT the painter.[...]
In this episode of Eastwood's 'Shop Talk,' Kevin Tetz talks with Rick Harris, Custom Painter and Pinstriper, who for over 30 years has been producing a phenomenal body of work and shows little sign of stopping. [...]
There are people who walk around this world and talk about all the interesting things they can do, and then there are those people who walk quietly and let their work speak for themselves. Rick Harris, Custom Painter and Pinstriper, has been letting his work speak for him for over 30 years, and shows little sign of stopping. [...]