Guest Paul Christ Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 For those of you who are familiar with Pawn Stars, Rick Dale will be getting his own show. Rick Dale owns Rick's Restorations in Las Vegas, and he is the guy who restores the old rusty stuff that the Pawn Stars buy. Could be interesting.The History Channel will also be airing the new American version of Top Gear. Can't wait for this one!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 The restoration shop show with Rick Dale sounds like it might be interesting. How many shows with unaffordable 200MPH cars do the networks really need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LINC400 Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 Rick dale has done some nice work for Pawn Stars. Hopefully it will be more focused on restoration. There are already enough shows on chopping and customizing. But I suspect that is the direction it will head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poci1957 Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 Hopefully it will be more focused on restoration. There are already enough shows on chopping and customizing. But I suspect that is the direction it will head.I agree completely, I would like to see actual restoration but will bet it will de-volve into chopping and slamming. Ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Guy Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 The show is reported to be called "American Restoration" and will debut on Monday, Oct. 25th sometime between Pawn Stars and American Pickers.I do hope that it is actually about restoration, but tend to doubt that sort of show would last long. Just like American Chopper...it's all about the drama. There is maybe 10 minutes of actual bike building that happens in a 60 minute episode. The same thing happened with the now defunct American Hot Rod series. Quite frankly I've been disappointed by what I've seen Rick do on Pawn Stars. There is the infamous Coke machine incident, for example, in which a really rough Vendo machine was swaped out for a much less interesting Cavalier machine (not even from the same decade) all while Rick is on air claiming to have completely restored the exact same machine they dropped off. The same thing has happened with multiple gas pumps...drop one off, pick up a completely different make and model later in the same episode that is supposed to have been "restored." It's his reputation, I guess, but he did manage to get a show of his own, so what do I know?His motorcycle restoration that has been done for Pawn Stars really hasn't been so great either. I've seen a couple of those bikes in person. They run and are repainted, but that's about the extent of the "restoration" on them. I'd like to see what Rick is really capable of and hope that the show goes in that direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poci1957 Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 I just watched the trailer clip and it looks like their restoration will not be car-oriented, but dealing with other collectables. The trailer clip included a scooter, bicycle, Pepsi machine, Kelvinator refrigerator, gas pump, and the like. May be interesting and easier to fit into one episode than a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Silverghost Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 (edited) Hey Guys... You have to remember that they are all "TV Shows"!Just designed for your entertainment & to get ratings and sponsors ... You don't really think all those rare and historically important items just happen to walk into Rick's Pawn Shop now do you ??? That other new Pawn Shop show is more of a true reality !I dislke their arrogant attitude and will not watch this new "Hardcore Pawn Show" any more. At least the Las Vegas Pawn Stars "TV Show" is entertaining & interesting !Get rid of Chumlee ! Edited October 20, 2010 by Silverghost (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave@Moon Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Hey Guys...You have to remember that they are all "TV Shows"!Just designed for your entertainment & to get ratings and sponsors ...At least the Las Vegas Pawn Stars "TV Show" is entertaining & interesting !Get rid of Chumley ! Chumlee (correct spelling) is the show. I don't appreciate the (probably intentional) dimwit act either, but without him the show falls apart (or at best becomes a 3-item Antiques Roadshow episode). Rolling Stone magazine even did a short profile on him (9/16/10 issue, p. 55).One item that Rick Dale restored that really made me mad was the episode where he completely redid a late 1930s Coke Machine salesman's sample. It was (on TV) gorgeous when he was done, but he started with an original item that arguably had more patina than actual wear or damage. I'm no miniture expert, but I'd be willing to bet he actually devalued that item by restoring it.I hope he's more prudent than that on his own show.And don't get me started on the 350 1969 Skylark "muscle car" episode! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poci1957 Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 he started with an original item that arguably had more patina than actual wear or damage. I'm no miniture expert, but I'd be willing to bet he actually devalued that item by restoring it. Dave, in looking at the trailer I thought exactly the same thing--that some of those items were probably more desirable before than after. But of course on TV bright and shiney is what will attract viewers I guess. I probably wont watch anyway as I have had enough reality TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Silverghost Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 (edited) What really is "Reality TV" ? I cannot believe that any of these so-called shows are "Reality" ! As for Chumlee... I don't buy into his dim-whit act ! What we really need is a "Reality Show" about restoring & collecting & showing Real Antique cars ! Chasing Classics was as close as I have seen to reality & antique collectable cars!It's not aired very often on Phila Comcast ... My Classic Car with Dennis Gauge has morphed into a Hotrod/Steetrod show that is now 1/2 infomercial trying to sell us products and services !There are very few real "Antique Cars" on his show now ...With the possible exception of Jay Leno's great "Garage" collection segments ! I hope he keeps Jay's segments comming more often ! Edited October 20, 2010 by Silverghost (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AlK Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Leave poor Chumlee along!!!!!!!!!!!! Ricks son Big Hoss is supposedly Chumlees friend for years. If that's a friend then Chumlee does need enemies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 At least the American Pickers guy (the taller one) was at Hershey 3 years ago, set up in the Red Field selling his wares, all of which were described as "fresh out of a barn in Indiana". Fun show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poci1957 Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 My Classic Car with Dennis Gauge has morphed into a Hotrod/Steetrod show that is now 1/2 infomercial trying to sell us products and services !There are very few real "Antique Cars" on his show now ...With the possible exception of Jay Leno's great "Garage" collection segments !I hope he keeps Jay's segments comming more often !I agree completely.Unfortunate that the show is now reduced to mostly gushing over street rods and commercial products. Not to mention that reflection of the word "Classic" to the casual viewer.BUT I really enjoy the Jay Leno's garage and hope for more of that. Todd C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durant Mike Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I for one would like to see them get back to their original routes with shows about history, cars, military operations, stories of American founders and other such as those that made America great. Not the current shows such as Ice Road Truckers etc. Where is the history in this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I agree with the information presented on The History Channel. It does not need to be everyhthing history, but there is a larger place for it especially with so much of the population not knowing US History and the what we do because of who we are as a country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 Chasing Classic Cars is the best "Collector Car" show out there, and I'm glad he has a few, true Pre WWII Classics now and then. I'm amazed that Las Vegas is home to an "Expert" on everything collectable and only minutes away from the Pawn Stars Shop, and happy to do free appraisals. This allows Rick to pay half the stated value, and maybe make a profit. It is good TV, wonder how far away people travel to get a shot at selling something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1969dan Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 I'll stayed tuned, to see what it is, and becomes. Hopefully something decent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Watched Rick Dale and his new show American Restorations, looks like a WINNER. Drama and BS was kept to a limit, they actually showed how some stuff was done, things moved along nicely, no deadline BS like most car/bike shows. Sounds like he was knowledgeable on all the items that came in. I thought I did real well hiting every estimate dead on both restoration labor and finished value. I wish them well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1969dan Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 I work second shift, so I had to wait until 1:00 am to see this, not too shabby! I really liked the Hop-Along-Cassidy bike. that was cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Not too bad overall. It certainly beats most "reality shows"... Very good points about how many people have no idea the effort involved in restoring these things. We have done some non automotive restorations (gas pump, Keystone toys) and it is not unlike a mini auto restoration. These projects were painted professionally and the pro has to make a living - it is not cheap, but the work is the same. We do not have HD so my exposure to "Chasing Classic Cars" has been minimal, although the host is based out of Portland, CT and we recently had a club event there. He was very nice, and basically said they do not act out any drama for the show, and basically the TV people follow his activities throughout the day and trash 95% of it, using the rest to make the show. (I have seen short bits via internet) Good news is he indicated that the show will be moving to "regular cable" and not just HD, greatly adding the exposure.Bob, not sure if you are familliar with his shop but the show basically reflects his interests, heavy into older sports and exotics, but also into brass and Full Classics. He had some fantastic cars in the shop, representing mostly the categories above. BTW - went by your place a couple times at Hershey, and finally signed the "HAMB" banner... I believe AACA is working on a TV project due out soon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unimogjohn Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Watched the show last night, and it was more just a take off of the Pawn Stars format. Really nothing inventive. On the show they kept talking about "attention to detail" then they proceed on the bicycle to replace slotted screws for phillips, and phillips screws for rivets. And the painting on the little faux gas tank looks like a job I would do, not too good. Oh well, it was a little entertainment, but mindless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Did anyone see the show on Discovery last night Auction Kings? Nothing auto related last night but after seeing that production I was even more uipset we have not been able to close a deal on a show we have been working on for a loooooong time. Every show seems to be a copycat of every other show!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Steve, I think the time for AACA Ink has past. Nobody wants to listen to people argue over a car portrate tatoo that looks just like the photo in their walet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Silverghost Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Steve: I've got a new "Reality show" idea for you to pitch to the cable TV network big-wigs. The working title~ Chasing Steve Moskowitz ~ The many Trials and Tribulations of being the Antique Automobile Club of America Executive Director ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stock_steve Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Chumlee (correct spelling) is the show...Another Chumlee fan club member checking in... I don't get glued to that show (or any show on TV for that matter), but I occasionally enjoy some of the Chumlee/Big Hoss antics.How long before Chumlee makes his debut on Dancing With The Stars... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 That is too much reality even for TV! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave@Moon Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 How long before Chumlee makes his debut on Dancing With The Stars...He has to run for office and get caught in an affair first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 On the chasing cars show, it's always fun to watch him "pretend" to work on cars. I don't think in real life he does much restoration.It's like many of these shows, though, there's about 10 minutes total of interesting stuff, the rest is going back and forth, repeating things, and the clips that are run over and over of him talking about the chase are maddening. It is interesting what Pawn Stars has walk in the shop.And, have you noticed that on American Pickers, after the uproar of the first episode (when they "took advantage" of an old veteran), that they actuall now shell out pretty good money for items...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 (edited) Hi David, I think he actually does or at least did get his hands dirty regularly. As said, my frame of reference is the shop tour, not the show, but the shop has been there for years and both Wayne and his dad were active members of CCR AACA, we are working on getting them back... If he is more hands off now I can understand it, but that was not always the case.He is clearly into the "hunting" aspect of things and he really enjoyed talking about that.When we went there the shop had quite a few cars in various stages of restoration, and his own collection is fairly extensive. I believe he has raised a lot of money for autism research, which is admirable. Also, he attends a lot of our local shows here in CT, which to me proves he is a true car guy. He is suggesting a way to improve our annual car show by encouraging some cars to have "open seating" to let kids check them out up close. I am volunteering next year and so are some others, kind of like "open cockpit day" at our local air museum. We hope to get him to help promote the show if scheduling permits...I think this is a good show for the hobby, would also be nice to see something really restoration or history oriented... Edited October 28, 2010 by Steve_Mack_CT (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Well, I stand corrected, it's great to hear that he's a real "car guy." I got a kick out of the one episode with the Duesenberg, where his mechanic turns a handle under the hood that says "on off." I did the same thing to a friend's Duesenberg, in his driveway, in front of his very nice house, and we discovered, as did the show, that it was the oil drain!I also watched with interest the one on the Davis three wheeler, as I used to own one. I even emailed him that I have an original "Davis" emblem....but I'm going to keep it so didn't matter. Thanks for clearing it up, sounds like he's a good guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Seems it anyway, David. He had the Davis at a few local shows this summer, a rather unusual ride for sure. Always driven in but you never know if a trailer is lurking nearby...If it is the episode I think it is (remember, no HD yet in our household..) he gets one running for a friend/customer. The Duesenbergs are local cars also, the Tourster as you know, is pretty unusual. Owner had it at a show a couple years ago (before he had Wayne & co. get it running again) just out of storage and it had to be pushed into position and then moved off the field because he had not yet gotten it running again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Does anyone know when Chassing Classic Cars is on her in Connecticut? i think I cought 4-5 shows then it somehow disappeared. i know there are more shows filmed, a friend has had a few walkons in a few shows. I've never met Wayne, but he does own a great 3 liter Bentley I worked on years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Bob, he told us the show has been "sampled" on the non-HD Discovery channel, probably where you have seen it, and it is slated to move there. I thought he said at some point this fall but I could be mistaken. Apparently it was the highest rated new show on Discovery HD and run several times per week. We have yet to spring for HD - they charge plenty for cable as it is!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Good to know it got hign ratings, it is a nice show, gives a good view of the dealer side of the hobby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Hoover Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Steve:I've got a new "Reality show" idea for you to pitch to the cable TV network big-wigs.The working title~Chasing Steve Moskowitz ~The many Trials and Tribulations of being the Antique Automobile Club of America Executive Director !Now this made me laugh and within seconds, I came up with a more suitable title for Steve's TV show.Whiners and DinersBecause ever since he moved here, he's done nothing but complain to all of us about our PA Dutch cooking and not being able to find a good place to eat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Hmm, up until now I had full confidence in Mr. Moskowitz - PA Dutch cooking and plenty of it is part of the highlight of visiting the kid attending college in the Lancaster area and of course, Hershey.Everybody knows that no steak the size of a business card is fuel enough to walk tirelessly "chasing classic parts!"... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle_Buck Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Here's how I decide to whether watch a new auto-related show or not: Heavy guitar licks - deduct 10 points, Over the top tatoo's and piercings - deduct 10 points, Baseball caps worn backwards for appearance, not practicality - deduct 10 points, Working against a unrealistic time schedule - deduct 10 points, Any sub plot surrounding the participants in the show that has no relevence - deduct 10 points Arguing, strife, bad language and just plain boorish behavior - deduct 10 points.Well there you have it. Start with 100 points, if the show can't make say 80 points - click!And by the way, I retain the right to add more points to each category as I 'dern well please and I usually do....See you all in TV-Land (maybe...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 Explain this to us, were does one find BAD Pennsylvania Dutch cooking? Shoo Fly Pie is a breakfast food IMO, good after lunch and dinner too. Now this made me laugh and within seconds, I came up with a more suitable title for Steve's TV show.Whiners and DinersBecause ever since he moved here, he's done nothing but complain to all of us about our PA Dutch cooking and not being able to find a good place to eat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 Believe it or not our local butcher shop still sells about 40 hog maws a week. Pa Dutch cuisine is still alive and well. I am surprised that McDonalds doesn't sell scrapple and red beet eggs yet. Just had delicious chicken pot pie last night. You know it's authentic Pa Dutch if it has no "pie" crust and is cooked in a pot, not the oven. And who doesn't love the occasional slice of slightly sour yet tasty pigs feet souse? I credit our good luck with antique cars to our eating of pork and sauerkraut every New Year's Day. Would no sooner miss that traditional luck bestowing repast than I would miss Hershey. Some traditions should not be messed with! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jim_Edwards Posted October 30, 2010 Share Posted October 30, 2010 Here's how I decide to whether watch a new auto-related show or not: Heavy guitar licks - deduct 10 points,Over the top tatoo's and piercings - deduct 10 points,Baseball caps worn backwards for appearance, not practicality - deduct 10 points,Working against a unrealistic time schedule - deduct 10 points,Any sub plot surrounding the participants in the show that has no relevence - deduct 10 pointsArguing, strife, bad language and just plain boorish behavior - deduct 10 points.Well there you have it. Start with 100 points, if the show can't make say 80 points - click!And by the way, I retain the right to add more points to each category as I 'dern well please and I usually do....See you all in TV-Land (maybe...)This system should be sent to every darn network programming executive on the planet. It could also be easily altered to apply to most all of the stupid so called reality shows. One has to wonder just how anyone other than an absolute airhead would waste time viewing most of them more than five minutes into the first show. "CLICK" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now