Fashion Show

I don't limit myself to one style of car, (cars on 20 inch rims being the exception) when I go to a car show. The "Kustom Scene" has become too cliquish in some ways. Hot Rod guys want it to be traditional, only old parts and old ways of building cars, which is kool because it got the trend away from Billet and pastels. Kustoms fall into too many categories to list, from traditional to period correct to mild, wild and everything in between. Everyone stays in their corner and doesn't take the time to get to know what the owner is all about, why he or she built what they built or what inspired them. To me the love of CARS is what we all share but you won't see that anymore. It has become a fucking fashion show with no mingling of ideas, no appreciation for the passion and dedication someone puts into their ride. Go talk to that hot rod guy, ask the Kustom guy what gave him the idea to use a certain part, ask the owner of that Lowrider how long did it take to build his ride. I get that you are into your own style I'm not against that just try to appreciate the beauty of theirs. Ok I will get off my soapbox. Have a good weekend and remember to DRIVE YOUR RIDE

Ventura Nationals 2013

Like I said before, this years show had a little of everything, Kustoms, Lowriders, Bikes and great weather, if you didnt get to go theres always next year

Ventura Nationals 2013

 LONG LINES

 Hot Rods always draw a crowd at any show

 Robbie from Supreme Seventies at the Boulevard Showcase

This years Ventura Nationals was a one day show, but it had everything. Hot Weather, Hot chicks and ya there was even cars. As usual we had a blast and can't wait for next year. Unfortunately it was too hot to take alot of pictures but I will post what I have,,,, stay tuned kids

Simplicity

 John Canepa's Truck took home 2 awards from the 2013 Ventura Nationals and could have taken more

 Subtle little touches made this truck stand out, and was surrounded at the show. Lucky for me he was staying at same hotel that I was so I was able to get these shots on Sunday morning before he left

 Even though the trend seems to be toward Candy paint or Glossy paint, this flat color made this truck look even better, at least I thought so

 Flawless bed that hid the notched frame and air set up

Nice latch set up for tailgate. Talking to John he said he wasn't really a fan of trucks but when he came across this truck he saw the possibilities in a nice Kustom truck. I think he nailed it and did it the best way. SIMPLE

Day In The Park

Been so busy with all these shows every weekend. I need to start posting more, have some ideas brewing that need to get done so I've been  neglecting  this blog. Primer Nationals is this weekend so I should have some good pictures from that.

Show Time

 LING LING & RK Kustoms Mustang

 Cesar Rosas' TBird so clean

 Dukes Truck, Chop was clean and roof was way kool

 Angels Riviera

 Nice Kustom El Camino

 Touch of Style showing strong

Mad Bomberz 5th annual car show Nipomo Regional Park. Beautiful day lots of cars good music, friends and  family what more do you need?? Big thank you to all that came out and supported a great cause-Fighting Cancer. FUCK CANCER!! The wife cleaned up on the raffle again and I even won a trophy . Thank You to Mad Bomberz CC for putting on great show every year, see you again next year

Progress

 A view of the rear air bag suspension in the trunk, no junk. All you can see is clean welds and a nice 2 link set up. Some of the air lines are in but need to be completed. Compressors and tank are on their way to new home

On the ground this car will ride low and smooth thanks to Bobby and Ben at Two Guys That Eat A Lot of Pizza Kustom Auto Haus. AKA Radford Kustoms

R.I.P Jae Bueno

Woke up this morning to some real sad news. Jae Bueno lost his battle with CANCER. He was an amazing photographer from cars to clothes to landscapes to whatever was in front of his camera he made it into art. His pictures graced countless magazines and art galleries showing the talents he possessed. He will be missed by many and he is in a lot of peoples prayers today. If you've ever seen his work take some time to reflect and say a prayer. R.I.P Jae you will live on forever in our hearts and in our thoughts. FUCK CANCER

The Essentials of a Build

 The notch  was done , Bobby & Ben were getting the rear axle ready for install when I went by shop

 Some of the parts in the 2 link kit

 More 2 link shots

The boys were adjusting axle placement for the 2 link set up and were pretty busy when I stopped by. Was hoping to see car on the ground but Bobby said he had to work on another project so this one was put on hold for a couple of days. Car should be on ground soon and then its air ride system install time. As always I will keep you updated-- Stay Tuned Kids

Pismo Beach 2013

Just a few shots from Pismo car show this past weekend, as usual too many people not enough kool rides to shoot but great for girl watching

Update Time

 Tail dragger kit notch being installed on Anthony Guerrero's ride

 Close up view of welds

 New cross member installed

 2 Link set up going in next,

Bobby's shop Mascot, the bird will fly into his hand and eat
Ok so it is update time for the few followers I have. Progress is being made on Anthony's ride. Front end is mostly complete and rear end work has started with a tail dragger kit and 2 link rear set up. This car is going to ride so smooth it will feel like you're on a firkin cloud . Going to head back over today and check on progress, will have more pics tomorrow

West Coast Kustoms 2013

 Simple patterned roof made this car stand out in a sea of shiny cars

 never been a fan of Brown paint jobs, but this Rivi wore it well

 Cant get enough of this car, the paint was flawless and reminded me of being a kid at car shows

Ive seen this car in most of its stages of kustomizing. From lowered in primer to metal work being done to finished in time for WCK. Amazing work and it won at WCK 2013. Well Sunday was relaxing at the show, walked around had a few conversations with some old friends and just enjoyed the last day gathering ideas for the build. I'm realizing that it is going to take a lot to get to where I want my car to be, until then as always  I will drive it till the wheels come off