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**Jive-Bomber** · 08-27-2009, 07:51 AM

In the early 1950s, the Hot Rod movement was growing rapidly, if not exploding. The SCTA had established racing at Muroc, El Mirage, and Bonneville for years, and the aftermarket parts for Flatheads and the new OHV motors kept expanding. 1927 - 1934 ...

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**Jeff Norwell** · 08-27-2009, 09:04 AM

Kenny Bigelow.... great story.....tragic and sad......
very cool Jay

**Ryan** · 08-27-2009, 09:06 AM

Gary Howard is the very first name that comes to my head...

**JeffreyJames** · 08-27-2009, 09:44 AM

Gary Howard is a good one and I feel like OZ has proven himself time and time again. I also think that if Steve Sellers is given time to really dip into his potential, and he stays with it he will be a name that will be around for years to come.

flatheadalb · 08-27-2009, 10:09 AM

I'm throwing Frank Kurtis into the mix for his killer designs. 1949-1955..Love those midgets. Hot Rodders and Kurtis are like kissing cousins who married.

**Jeff Norwell** · 08-27-2009, 10:17 AM

Any of the Chrismans......a family with a long legacy.

**JeffreyJames** · 08-27-2009, 10:22 AM

Are we talking future legends??? Because I'm under the impression that Frank Kurtis and people like Chrismans are already there. I was thinking this was focused towards people who's names will certainly be remembered in the Hot Rod history books but who are also very much in their prime or reaching towards it.

**Jeff Norwell** · 08-27-2009, 10:27 AM

I dunno Jeffyjames....I feel that the mighty Ed isky has been there in the forefront since day 1.
so many crossovers....drylakes,dragracing,midget etc.etc.

flatheadalb · 08-27-2009, 10:34 AM

Rudy Rodriguez would be my vote. Classic style, perfect balance, low production

**JeffreyJames** · 08-27-2009, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff Norwell

I dunno Jeffyjames....I feel that the mighty Ed isky has been there in the forefront since day 1.
so many crossovers....drylakes,dragracing,midget etc.etc.

And still havin' at it!!!! I am convinced he's a machine.

**Jive-Bomber** · 08-27-2009, 11:38 AM

The article left out Ed Iskenderian, Doane Spencer, Alex Xydias, Sam Barris, among others...

For new folks, I would add Steve Moal, Cole Foster, Tardels and more...
All of these guys are so low-profile about their talent too. Its that 'let your work speak for you' thing I was eluding to...

**JeffreyJames** · 08-27-2009, 11:42 AM

What about Dan Webb?? His metal work has to be up with the greats.

**hotroddon** · 08-27-2009, 12:09 PM

If you're talking about the "newer" generations;
Roy Brizio, Lil John Buterra, Craig Naff, Dave Lane, Scott Sullivan, Pete Aardema, Pete Chapouris, Jimmy Shine, Steve Davis, Dan Fink, Marcel (and Sons), the Ionia Crowd and let the flaming begin - Boyd Coddington

And don't forget some of the older crew as well;
Bruce Crower, all the Vesco Boys, Gary Hooker, Kenny Duttweiler, Sig Erson, Sandy Belond

this could go on and On

**JeffreyJames** · 08-27-2009, 12:15 PM

Ayala Bros!!!! By far my favorite early customizing crew.

Sellers Equipped · 08-27-2009, 12:47 PM

Exactly!! Its that 'let your work speak for you' thing I was eluding to...

For new folks, I would add Steve Moal, Cole Foster, Tardels and more...
All of these guys are so low-profile about their talent too. Its that 'let your work speak for you' thing I was eluding to...[/QUOTE]

Sellers Equipped · 08-27-2009, 12:48 PM

Not going anywhere Jeffrey, the best has yet to come, Jay VERY VERY nice!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffreyJames

Gary Howard is a good one and I feel like OZ has proven himself time and time again. I also think that if Steve Sellers is given time to really dip into his potential, and he stays with it he will be a name that will be around for years to come.

**NoSurf** · 08-27-2009, 01:47 PM

Kevin Lee

bufordtjustice · 08-27-2009, 05:20 PM

Cole Foster, Jimmy White, OZ, Jimmy Shine.....theres more that I can't remember right now...

**Jimmy B** · 08-27-2009, 06:08 PM

Brian Bass, Steve Sellers, Jimmy White, Jimmy Shine, Ryan Cochran, Cole Foster & Matt Seret

Drewfus · 08-27-2009, 06:25 PM

flirting with danger as I normally avoid these 'potential' popularity contests, but...... quiet achivers as viewed from this side of the planet....Bass, Jimmy White, Oz, Norwell, Sean (Fat Lucky's

).

We have a few individuals here in OZ who do great stuff, but the above are the few who I think will have the exposure (and much justified) to be tomorrows legends.

Cheers,

Drewfus

08-27-2009, 07:51 AM	#1
Jive-Bomber Alliance Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Moraga, Ca Posts: 2,420	California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... In the early 1950s, the Hot Rod movement was growing rapidly, if not exploding. The SCTA had established racing at Muroc, El Mirage, and Bonneville for years, and the aftermarket parts for Flatheads and the new OHV motors kept expanding. 1927 - 1934 ... To read the rest of this blog entry from The Jalopy Journal, click here.

08-27-2009, 09:04 AM	#2
Jeff Norwell Art Editor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Palookaville Posts: 11,745	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Kenny Bigelow.... great story.....tragic and sad...... very cool Jay __________________ "I like HOT RODS." "Now, go drive your Volvo...safely..." http://www.jeffnorwell.com http://drawnandquarrtered.blogspot.com

08-27-2009, 09:06 AM	#3
Ryan Administrator Join Date: Jan 1995 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 13,620	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Gary Howard is the very first name that comes to my head... __________________ Ryan Cochran "Skating the same line since 1976..." .................................................. .... www.jalopyjournal.com - www.garagejournal.com - www.gearjournal.com - www.fordbarn.com - www.DOGFIGHTmag.com

08-27-2009, 09:44 AM	#4
JeffreyJames Alliance Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SUGAR CITY Posts: 15,919	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Gary Howard is a good one and I feel like OZ has proven himself time and time again. I also think that if Steve Sellers is given time to really dip into his potential, and he stays with it he will be a name that will be around for years to come. __________________ I PLAY WITH TIGERS WWW.SUGARCITYSPEEDSHOP.COM CHECK OUT MY INSTAGRAM IMAGES

08-27-2009, 10:09 AM	#5
flatheadalb Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: highland park, il Posts: 975	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... I'm throwing Frank Kurtis into the mix for his killer designs. 1949-1955..Love those midgets. Hot Rodders and Kurtis are like kissing cousins who married.

08-27-2009, 10:17 AM	#6
Jeff Norwell Art Editor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Palookaville Posts: 11,745	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Any of the Chrismans......a family with a long legacy. __________________ "I like HOT RODS." "Now, go drive your Volvo...safely..." http://www.jeffnorwell.com http://drawnandquarrtered.blogspot.com

08-27-2009, 10:22 AM	#7
JeffreyJames Alliance Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SUGAR CITY Posts: 15,919	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Are we talking future legends??? Because I'm under the impression that Frank Kurtis and people like Chrismans are already there. I was thinking this was focused towards people who's names will certainly be remembered in the Hot Rod history books but who are also very much in their prime or reaching towards it. __________________ I PLAY WITH TIGERS WWW.SUGARCITYSPEEDSHOP.COM CHECK OUT MY INSTAGRAM IMAGES

08-27-2009, 10:27 AM	#8
Jeff Norwell Art Editor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Palookaville Posts: 11,745	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... I dunno Jeffyjames....I feel that the mighty Ed isky has been there in the forefront since day 1. so many crossovers....drylakes,dragracing,midget etc.etc. __________________ "I like HOT RODS." "Now, go drive your Volvo...safely..." http://www.jeffnorwell.com http://drawnandquarrtered.blogspot.com

08-27-2009, 10:34 AM	#9
flatheadalb Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: highland park, il Posts: 975	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Rudy Rodriguez would be my vote. Classic style, perfect balance, low production

08-27-2009, 11:38 AM	#11
Jive-Bomber Alliance Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Moraga, Ca Posts: 2,420	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... The article left out Ed Iskenderian, Doane Spencer, Alex Xydias, Sam Barris, among others... For new folks, I would add Steve Moal, Cole Foster, Tardels and more... All of these guys are so low-profile about their talent too. Its that 'let your work speak for you' thing I was eluding to...

08-27-2009, 11:42 AM	#12
JeffreyJames Alliance Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SUGAR CITY Posts: 15,919	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... What about Dan Webb?? His metal work has to be up with the greats. __________________ I PLAY WITH TIGERS WWW.SUGARCITYSPEEDSHOP.COM CHECK OUT MY INSTAGRAM IMAGES

08-27-2009, 12:09 PM	#13
hotroddon Alliance Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Orange, So Cal Posts: 10,248	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... If you're talking about the "newer" generations; Roy Brizio, Lil John Buterra, Craig Naff, Dave Lane, Scott Sullivan, Pete Aardema, Pete Chapouris, Jimmy Shine, Steve Davis, Dan Fink, Marcel (and Sons), the Ionia Crowd and let the flaming begin - Boyd Coddington And don't forget some of the older crew as well; Bruce Crower, all the Vesco Boys, Gary Hooker, Kenny Duttweiler, Sig Erson, Sandy Belond this could go on and On __________________ HOT RODDING - It used to be about the cars, now it's just a freakin Fashion Show

08-27-2009, 12:15 PM	#14
JeffreyJames Alliance Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SUGAR CITY Posts: 15,919	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Ayala Bros!!!! By far my favorite early customizing crew. __________________ I PLAY WITH TIGERS WWW.SUGARCITYSPEEDSHOP.COM CHECK OUT MY INSTAGRAM IMAGES

08-27-2009, 12:47 PM	#15
Sellers Equipped BANNED Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose Posts: 610	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Exactly!! Its that 'let your work speak for you' thing I was eluding to... For new folks, I would add Steve Moal, Cole Foster, Tardels and more... All of these guys are so low-profile about their talent too. Its that 'let your work speak for you' thing I was eluding to...[/QUOTE]

08-27-2009, 01:47 PM	#17
NoSurf Alliance Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Abilene Kansas Posts: 3,531	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Kevin Lee __________________ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ Grandpa's Hotrod, a hotrod children's book for all ages.....Like on Facebook!

08-27-2009, 05:20 PM	#18
bufordtjustice Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: North Syracuse, New York Posts: 1,056	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Cole Foster, Jimmy White, OZ, Jimmy Shine.....theres more that I can't remember right now... __________________ If some is good, more is better, and too much oughta be just right.

08-27-2009, 06:08 PM	#19
Jimmy B Alliance Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Tweed Valley, NSW, Australia Posts: 4,089	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... Brian Bass, Steve Sellers, Jimmy White, Jimmy Shine, Ryan Cochran, Cole Foster & Matt Seret __________________ I don't paint by numbers. Hot Rods of the Dry Lakes Era jimmy

08-27-2009, 06:25 PM	#20
Drewfus Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Newcastle, Oz-trail-ya.... Posts: 2,369	Re: California's Big Wheels (Who's Who for 1952)... flirting with danger as I normally avoid these 'potential' popularity contests, but...... quiet achivers as viewed from this side of the planet....Bass, Jimmy White, Oz, Norwell, Sean (Fat Lucky's). We have a few individuals here in OZ who do great stuff, but the above are the few who I think will have the exposure (and much justified) to be tomorrows legends. Cheers, Drewfus __________________ "To win, you must first... be prepared to lose...."

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