Photos/Story: T-Bone Day one of the big show. We rolled out of Southern California leaving our boy Panzer to watch the homestead and keep our loved one company. A beautiful day anticipated a great ride through the California Desert to…
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Scorpione Kustom Swap Meet
Kustom Bike and Car Swap Meet in Aprilia, Italy. Pics/Story: Tommey Sperandeo Here is the third edition of the BBQ/Swap meet organized by the custom shop “Lo Scorpione Kustom” , in their own location in Aprilia (near Rome), dedicated to…
“Holden8r” By Bernt Karlsson Unveils at SEMA
Bernt Karlsson’s Custom “Holden8r” to be unveiled by RK Sport at the 2012 SEMA Show! Westminster, CA – Bernt Karlsson, most famously known as the powerhouse metal man at Hot Rods by Boyd, and now at The 401k Club Hot…
Miniature Engine Collection
Car Crazy, Inc. is presenting the Bob Haagenson collection of miniature engines for auction with EBay Seller: “Kidzstuff1”. Bob Haagenson of Pomona, California, a master at building model replica engines for decades has opened his collection for auction with expert…
Genevieve at the Snake and Mongoose Film Set
Photos/Story: T-Bone Many of you know I work quite a bit with Genevieve Chappell, The Queen of Cars. A little while back she was invited to the set on the last day of filming “Snake & Mongoose” feature film. The…
Intermountain Concours d’Elegance
HIGH PROFILE CARS OF EXCELLENCE TO COMPETE IN UTAH’S 2012 INTERMOUNTAIN CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE EVENT SEPTEMBER 22 “Event Honors Carroll Shelby and Benefits Charities that Support America’s Military in Time of Need” SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (July 19, 2012) – Utah’s…
Good-Guys Del Mar Nationals 2012
Photos/Story: T-Bone The Del Mar Nationals hosted by Good-Guys Rod and Custom Association is the big event for San Diego County. Sponsored by Meguiars the show was a standout of shiney panels and brightwork. This is a great show to…
Ghost Tracks USA
Our buddy Tony Thacker asked if we could help pass the word about: GhosTracksUSA.com. New CAR CRAFT Magazine LOUD – FAST – REAL Clothing Line Introduced. In celebration of CAR CRAFT Magazine’s impending 60th anniversary, GTUSA has introduced a new line…
Pitman Arm for Lori’s 1948 Ford F-1 “Bondorella”
Story/Photos: T-Bone Rare Parts is at it again. This time, with parts for your 1948-52 Ford F-series trucks. Have you ever noticed some sloppy steering? Chances are your pitman arm is getting a bit worn. Now you have a choice…
Hot Cakes and Hot Rods
Story/Photos: T-Bone Merciful Sakes Alive! There’s a new sermon on Sunday Mornings. The Mercifuls So Cal are hosting Hot Cakes and Hot Rods at Glory Days in Lakewood. Every Sunday Morning starting at 8:00am swing on by in your classic,…
Speed Scene Live TV
Story/Photos: T-Bone All-right you racers out there. While we were at the March Meet at Famoso, we ran into Scott “Lucky” Hudson and Diana Mite in the Currie booth. They both made their runs for the day in their 1966…
The Blacktop Shop
Our store is open with apparel, accessories, parts and accessories. A virtual smorgasbord of Kustom Kulture Koolness. We have reduced prices on helmets, vintage gas cans and the 1967 Schwinn Stingray Slik Chik! Visit the shop today: BLACKTOP SHOP page