Customs History of the Custom display ~ GNRS ~ OFFICIAL thread info & photo's

Opposite ends of the building but a photo of the two cars next to each other would be neat before or after the event.

 

Congratulations Jon. Coolest '36 on the planet in my opinion. Period.

 

I've got to second that!!

This show can't possibly get any better than the line-up you guys have already nailed...awesome job!!! I can't wait!

 

More great news everyone. We just approved another contemporary but extremely period correct early styled custom. Dave York will have his Lime Gold '49 Ford Shoebox in the display. Its radical chop, removed driprail,Kaiser Bumper guards, killer Wally Welch/Ayala Bros. inspired fender/headlight treatment , and much more made it a no brainer when considering the car which is coming all the way from Canada! Congrats Dave!

 

Watch out for the Red Roof Inn in San Dimas, not a safe place for your car or Family, our office is next store (lots of drugs and drunks)

An Addition to the list would be The Holiday Inn Express
485 W. Arrow Hwy
San Dimas (909) 305-2323

Or across the street:

Motel 6
502 W. Arrow Hwy
San Dimas (909) 592-5631

Just about 10 minutes from the Fairplex east on Arrow Hwy

 

I hear ya! I can't believe that's the same car. Maybe someday it'll get restored.


Plane tickets are way high as of right now. Not looking good for me to come out this year which sucks because this display is looking to be incredible.

 

Finally giving customs what they deserve.

 

While in downtown San Dimas at the EARLY FORD STORE

Visit: Roady's Diner (Real old time diner)

The Train Store (for train collectors)

San Dimas Hardware (real old time hardware store)

Several Antique shops including Bonita Antiques (with real Tiki stuff)
( Say hi to Sam, tell him Scott from the City of San Dimas sent you)

And for the ladies V.I.P. salon (Say hi to Debbie)

Enjoy !!!!!!

 

Watch for Dave's white sock! eh!! way to go Daveeee!

 

Wow this list of cars is getting more serious everyday.What better way to start the new year off then to be in the same room hanging out and with all these customs. This for me is like ... going to the Academy Awards but with all of the best actors from all different era`s at one single show.

 

And John Fishers 36 and Dave Yorks 49 are great additions. Jeff, care to announce the historic custom that is said to still exist? Ya never know, maybe someone knows the owner and his whereabouts.

 

Right on Dave! Your car is a real beauty!

 

It really is.

 

well we are about 2 weeks out on paint on the Gator, poor old lumpy custom but boy what blocking a car out does for it and the lines of the car.

 

Boom! couldn't have said it better myself

 

Thats awesome news Mike. What tiny updates the car ever had will be long gone after your restoration is completed. White pinstriping and anti ding guards removed, right? Thats an awesome historic custom that deserves its place in this prestigious display. Axle

 

Thanks Axle, we are working hard, we have stuff out at chrome, lots of work we found the right trim for it that it had in 57 and have it fit, ordered the tires, getting ready to take the doors and trunk led off so we can prep the jams. funny thing about this car is it still has the org green paint under all that gold. You know he bought the car new in 51. well we took a brake, back to sanding

 

can't wait to see this show! its going to be awesome!!

 

Not that Im anything of importance in the custom car world, Id like to just say that I think all parties involved in this are doing a wonderful job. I wish I had something to contribute as far as knowing where there was something good for someone to bring! Usually I would have been babbling a mile a minute. I dont know whether its deterioration or just not knowing anything but I cant think of a single way to make this already killer show any better. Maybe the Fred Steele merc in New Hampshire that was originally done by Paul Vigilant in Jersey? Anyway..GREAT JOB GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Axle, will the "Rod and Custom Dream truck" be there?

 

You should be at the meet and greet table Anthony...you are a true Custom Aficionado dude. Slim

 

Hey Anthony...when are you coming to the UK to re-stripe my 46

 

LOL. In 6 months Ive only done a 55 Ford and 2 purses. LOL

 

Hey, thanks Axle and you too Keith! I'm still gettin over the phone call last night from Jeff!! Man, it sure is an honour to be asked to take part in such a historic event. I was planing on attending...now I'm bringing my ride!! I'm stoked! -Dave

 

Dave - are you driving it down? If so, PM me as it gets closer with your plans. I'm planning on driving as well.

 

Jeff, to be apart of this, in that display...in that building...in the presence of all that history... It's like going to the Holy Land, for all us Kustom guys. This is the Pinnacle of everything Kustom.....Epic.

 

torchmen49, sure am looking forward to seeing GANGREEN in person

 

Dave im glad you are happy to be a part of this event. Reading your comments is getting me all fired up man,I will be goin to work red eyed from no sleep.Its worse then waiting for christmas or disneyland as a young kid !!
Dave,im glad I got to talk to you last night,it was cool to hear your passion ! This show will not let you down.

 

00Mack, Thanks for chiming in. I've always respected your Custom Car suggestions and comments. Jeff and i hope you'll be able to attend this. Axle

 

Anthony, Will your car be done for this ?
Seeing as it's the first on the East Coast !