Jalopy Joe’s Personal Ride, Retired California Hot Rod Builder
Met Jalopy Joe at a drug store in far S. Austin. Chatted him up. Now retired, he built hot rods for decades in the SF area. He pointed out a number of subtle details revealing
Category: Trucks
1950ish Chevrolet Fire Truck in Temple, Texas
I see this kind of weird truck on a tall gravel mound when I go to Dallas to see my mom. It was used more recently at a park or pubic attraction.
1960s Chevrolet Viking 50 Truck in Field North of Austin
Powered by a 6 liter gas V8.
Custom 1959 Apache Chevy Pickup at Jag Shop on HWY 290W
Dice hanging from the rear view mirror, candy-apple accents on flat black paint, pinstrips and reversed chrome wheels. Sweet.
1963 Ford Ranchero at Bouldin Creek Cafe in S. Austin
Custom with disc brakes. First year for the optional 260 cu. in. V8.