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**special-K** · 02-10-2014, 12:38 AM

The funny thing is,George Barris had nothing to do with rods. He's a customizer,not a hot rodder. Any car guy knows there's a difference. That's why one of the first magazines was called "Rod & Custom". Not saying the two never mixed,but Barris did Customs. I didn't even know there was any association with Barris till I saw the title to this thread.

**Stocker** · 02-10-2014, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I didn't even know there was any association with Barris till I saw the title to this thread.

Maybe he was brought in for just the one episode? I dunno....

**special-K** · 02-10-2014, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

Maybe he was brought in for just the one episode? I dunno....

Ok,that would make sense. I must have slept through that part. I didn't even see the whole paintball idiocy on the Skylark either. I saw "enough"

Sicklajoie · 02-10-2014, 11:06 PM

I'm glad I DVR'ed it so I could fast forward through most of it. What a train wreck indeed.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 02-11-2014, 01:14 PM

I watched this farce last night and it’s the LAST time I'll ever watch it. What a bunch of Dumb A$$'s. The two sons are like Bevis and Butt Head.

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-11-2014, 01:33 PM

After this thread I forced myself to watch an episode.....never again.... I would rather watch Harry Potter with my three year old grand daughter for the 400th time

72BlckButy · 02-11-2014, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 1970 CST Short Wide

I watched this farce last night and it’s the LAST time I'll ever watch it. What a bunch of Dumb A$$'s. The two sons are like Bevis and Butt Head.

Couldn't agree more...

slowcpe · 02-11-2014, 03:44 PM

Someone brought it up on another board that the father and son (the "salesmen") were on another "reality" show: "Million Dollar Listing". I actually watch those shows too (don't judge me) and remember the episode. The son was a new Realtor that co-listed his dad's house with one of the main guys. The dad was a complete DB on that show and the kid hardly talked. I knew the first time I saw this show I had seen them before.

**special-K** · 02-11-2014, 09:59 PM

The tv was still on Discovery Channel when I walked into the living room and saw this show long enough to see the Mr Soul Chip "bragging" to the woody guys what a rust bucket of rust buckets that Pontiac wagon had been as a way to put across why it's worth $40k with no interior work done. That show is a waste of electricity. Yeah,I'd like to have a really nicely done turn key cool old car,but only if it started out as a total rust bucket

NONHOG · 02-11-2014, 10:23 PM

Maybe we should all contact PBS and ask for some old time hard core restoration (and/or HOT ROD) shows like they use to have. I remember a guy showing how to recreate a tail light lens for some euro car. He was lack luster as a TV personality but I recall being glued to the TV. watching every detail.

http://www.pbs.org/about/contact/

A bit of comic relief I can deal with (Top Gear- BBC) drama? no thanks!
Flashy, goofy, hack work? Not interested.

Rant over!

72BlckButy · 02-12-2014, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by slowcpe

Someone brought it up on another board that the father and son (the "salesmen") were on another "reality" show: "Million Dollar Listing". I actually watch those shows too (don't judge me) and remember the episode. The son was a new Realtor that co-listed his dad's house with one of the main guys. The dad was a complete DB on that show and the kid hardly talked. I knew the first time I saw this show I had seen them before.

I knew I had seen him somewhere else.

Sillyoldman · 02-13-2014, 11:03 PM

We can't link it here because there are a few not so family friendly posts but if anyone needs a laugh go check out their FB page.

slowcpe · 02-17-2014, 10:07 PM

Probably shouldn't mention...but they are about to screw up a '56 chevy truck.

02-10-2014, 12:38 AM	#26
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment The funny thing is,George Barris had nothing to do with rods. He's a customizer,not a hot rodder. Any car guy knows there's a difference. That's why one of the first magazines was called "Rod & Custom". Not saying the two never mixed,but Barris did Customs. I didn't even know there was any association with Barris till I saw the title to this thread. Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-10-2014, 11:06 PM	#29
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,492	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment I'm glad I DVR'ed it so I could fast forward through most of it. What a train wreck indeed. __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

02-11-2014, 01:14 PM	#30
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,077	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment I watched this farce last night and it’s the LAST time I'll ever watch it. What a bunch of Dumb A$$'s. The two sons are like Bevis and Butt Head. __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

02-11-2014, 01:33 PM	#31
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,882	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment After this thread I forced myself to watch an episode.....never again.... I would rather watch Harry Potter with my three year old grand daughter for the 400th time __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man Last edited by Ol Blue K20; 02-11-2014 at 01:41 PM. Reason: smart phone changing words stupid phone

02-11-2014, 03:44 PM	#33
slowcpe Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Evansville, IN Posts: 1,774	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment Someone brought it up on another board that the father and son (the "salesmen") were on another "reality" show: "Million Dollar Listing". I actually watch those shows too (don't judge me) and remember the episode. The son was a new Realtor that co-listed his dad's house with one of the main guys. The dad was a complete DB on that show and the kid hardly talked. I knew the first time I saw this show I had seen them before. __________________ Ryan 1967 Red Stepside..."Laymond" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...40#post6441840 1972 Medium Olive SWB-Chester http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=759628 1967/71 Blue SWB C10..SOLD 1977 SWB K10..my grandpa's.....never should have sold

02-11-2014, 09:59 PM	#34
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment The tv was still on Discovery Channel when I walked into the living room and saw this show long enough to see the Mr Soul Chip "bragging" to the woody guys what a rust bucket of rust buckets that Pontiac wagon had been as a way to put across why it's worth $40k with no interior work done. That show is a waste of electricity. Yeah,I'd like to have a really nicely done turn key cool old car,but only if it started out as a total rust bucket __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-11-2014, 10:23 PM	#35
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,416	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment Maybe we should all contact PBS and ask for some old time hard core restoration (and/or HOT ROD) shows like they use to have. I remember a guy showing how to recreate a tail light lens for some euro car. He was lack luster as a TV personality but I recall being glued to the TV. watching every detail. http://www.pbs.org/about/contact/ A bit of comic relief I can deal with (Top Gear- BBC) drama? no thanks! Flashy, goofy, hack work? Not interested. Rant over! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

02-13-2014, 11:03 PM	#37
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment We can't link it here because there are a few not so family friendly posts but if anyone needs a laugh go check out their FB page. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

02-17-2014, 10:07 PM	#38
slowcpe Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Evansville, IN Posts: 1,774	Re: Rods N' Wheels / George Barris disappointment Probably shouldn't mention...but they are about to screw up a '56 chevy truck. __________________ Ryan 1967 Red Stepside..."Laymond" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...40#post6441840 1972 Medium Olive SWB-Chester http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=759628 1967/71 Blue SWB C10..SOLD 1977 SWB K10..my grandpa's.....never should have sold



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