Film of the Week: Santa Ana Races in Summer 1950

Film of the Week: Santa Ana Races in Summer 1950

When you hear someone say cars racing at Santa Ana in the summer of 1950, you might of the strip at the Orange County Airport (now called John… continue reading »

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The 1959 Stiletto Bocar

The 1959 Stiletto Bocar

Remember a few weeks back when we discussed the Bocar? In that feature, I mentioned that Bob Carnes also worked on a special streamlined version of the car… continue reading »

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1963 NHRA Car Show + Drag Racing Film

1963 NHRA Car Show + Drag Racing Film

Yes, my friends… I’ve got a 2-for-1 picture for you today: A movie that starts with custom car show footage and leads to a booth with the 1963… continue reading »

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Introducing: The Jalopy Auction House

Introducing: The Jalopy Auction House

Well fellas… It’s finally done, up, and running. The Jalopy Auction House is a venue for folks to auction off and buy traditional hot rods and customs. It’s… continue reading »

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Hot Rodding Finds a Way

Hot Rodding Finds a Way

Last month, I took the train into New York City. I watched the small towns and wooded coastline flicker through the Amtrak window, all basked in a golden… continue reading »

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The Shifters: A Hot Rod Revolution

The Shifters: A Hot Rod Revolution

Not sure how many of you have seen this well-produced series, but it’s worth your YouTube time if not. Bay Area local Dan Stoner (formerly of Garage magazine)… continue reading »

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The McMillen Special

The McMillen Special

Last week, I got an email from James Wood who is volunteering for a museum and looking for more information on a Model-A race car they have recently… continue reading »

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Happy 101st Birthday Alex Xydias!

Happy 101st Birthday Alex Xydias!

Let’s be honest, there’s only a handful of people in this world that can really be called hot rod ‘legends’, but pioneering Bonneville racer and founder of So-Cal… continue reading »

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