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Dennis Ricklefs: Pinstriper of 14 AMBR and numerous Ridler winners talks about making his own "luck"
Dennis Ricklefs is a man who was on a mission. As a young boy, his life would be changed by coming in contact with a California grown 1957 Chevy. After moving to California and getting the guidance of some legendary car builders, he learned at a young age that with a lot of hard work you can accomplish anything you want.
On this episode we sit down and talk about how a hard working car painter became a "name" in the hot rod world. Known for his subdued pin-striping and signature "flames", he crafted a name for himself that won't be soon forgotten, and we learn that age never stops your passion for something you love.
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Hosted by Brad King
Directed by Brad King
Written by Brad King
Music:
Momentum
Ender
Rock Slide
Nikolai Zizenko
Finding My Way
Alsever Lake
Threads of Gold
Alsever Lake
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Poster Video
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Poster Video
Brad King: Proof that "fear of failure" can sometimes be a character flaw...
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Brad King is someone on a mission. From chasing the perfect pinstripe to learning t-shirt artwork, creating fonts, publishing and film production, Brad was always out to prove that one can accomplish anything no matter what. On this episode I/we sit down and talk about chasing perfection, ghosts of negativity past and if learning too much is really a thing. We talk about his Dad's influence, hi...
Stories N' Steel 2025 Introduction
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Stories N' Steel 2025 Introduction
Ron Weber: If you've been to any big car shows, chances are you've seen his shirt artwork...
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World renown screen print artist Ron Weber is someone who's definitely at the top of his game. If you've been part of any big hot rod shows, chances are you've seen his work and probably brought home a shirt he designed. Coming from a family of artists, he was destined for greatness. On this episode we sit down and talk about how a home grown car artist worked his way up the ladder to become on...
Steve Frisbie: Builder of Pebble Beach Brass Era Originals to Slonaker and Ridler Winners...
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Portland, Oregon's Steve Frisbie of Steve's Auto Restorations has had an amazing career. From early antique restorations to full blown custom builds, he's never been afraid to tackle a challenge. On this episode we sit down and talk about starting out in the garage and how he used his time working at Boeing as an education into building cars. We talk about building award winners and having car ...
Kenny Youngblood: We talk life, art and racing with America's favorite automotive artist.
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Kenny Youngblood has made a huge name for himself in the automotive world! Be it designing the paint on ZZ Top's Eliminator coupe, the graphics on an Indy 500 winner and even Dale Earnhardt's famous number three, he's had his hands in EVERYTHING! On this episode we sit down and talk about how a home taught artist pushed and shoved to become one of the most iconic automotive artists on the plane...
Sean Smith: This Artist/Designer started young and chased his passion to become one of the best.
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Sean Smith has been a man on a mission. While in high school, he started taking weekend classes at Art Center of Design to chase his dream of becoming a car designer. After graduating and working as a corporate designer/artist he decided hot rods were a better fit. On this episode we sit down and talk about how a home grown car nut became a "name brand" in the hot rodding world. We talk about h...
Kenny Welch: The beginning life and amazing times of Kenny's Rod Shop's outgoing owner...
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Kenny Welch of Kenny's Rod Shop in Boise, Idaho is a fanatic about all things cars. Whether it's a road trip to the next car meet, racing at his favorite track or just cruising for burgers, Kenny is on it! On this episode we sit down and talk about how Kenny's humble beginning's and a push in the right direction, helped transform a small time garage builder into a major player in the hot rod wo...
Manny Cisneros: Pinstriping and Painting Master who became a Teacher
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Manny Cisneros plays to the beat of a different drummer. While serving in the Navy, he was introduced to the art of pinstriping. After his tour was up, he worked long and hard to master every aspect of custom painting and even traveled the world with striping brush in hand. On this episode we sit down and talk about how not putting yourself first while chasing your goals, can change things in a...
Danny Thompson: Born of Racing royalty and carved his own path to conquer the Bonneville salt flats
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Danny Thompson, son of racing legend Mickey Thompson went on his own to pursue his passion for racing. Without the approval of his famous father, he did everything he could to create his own racing legacy and finished with blasting across the salt flats at close to 500mph to leave his name forever etched in history. On this episode we sit down and talk about how growing up around all things rac...
Pete Santini: Custom Painter Extraordinaire
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Automotive painter Pete Santini is a legend in the custom paint world. Starting out as a kid helping out his father, he worked long hours to perfect his craft and settled into a rhythm of trying to make the next job better than his last. On this episode we sit down and talk about how he did motorcycle dealer work without their knowledge when he was fourteen and how meeting journalist Jeff Smith...
"Pinstripe" Chris Dunlop: From Pinstriping and Illustrations to Full-Blown Automotive Artistry.
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"Pinstripe" Chris Dunlop has been a man of many hats. Starting in the body shop business and working his way into painting, he decided the "art" part of the custom world was more to his liking. Using his new found skill as a pinstriper, he took using the brush to the next level. On this episode we sit down and talk about taking both your skills as an artist and promoter to the next level and be...
Tim Ketlinski: Idaho's Favorite Hot Rodding, Racing, Fabrication and Builder Dude
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Tim Ketlinski is passionate about all things automotive. If it's something that can be taken apart and put back together more detailed and perfected, he's your guy. Starting at a young age after moving to Idaho from Southern California, Tim read everything he could about hot rods and race cars and anything in-between. On this episode we sit down and talk to the guy who at one time had the FASTE...
Roger Hickey: Skateboards/Bikes/Boats/Off Road; Racing's Renaissance Man
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Roger Hickey is the "Racer's racer" when it comes to all things competition. Starting from a young age of not being able to leave anything alone, he jumped in feet first, with the help of his father, to become one of skateboarding's downhill pioneers. On this episode we sit down and talk to the guy who at the age of 58, became the first skateboarder to top the "Century" mark going downhill. He'...
Paul Stoll: Custom Painter, PPG Instructor and Mentor
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Paul Stoll: Custom Painter, PPG Instructor and Mentor
Mitch Kim: Aiming for perfection in the world of fine line Pinstriping...
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Mitch Kim: Aiming for perfection in the world of fine line Pinstriping...
Yvonne Mecialis: Creating airbrushed and hand painted artistry in the racing and hot rod world.
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Yvonne Mecialis: Creating airbrushed and hand painted artistry in the racing and hot rod world.
Hernan D'Aloia: Metal Engraving Master
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Hernan D'Aloia: Metal Engraving Master
Steve Stanford: Illustrator, Painter and Automotive Icon
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Steve Stanford: Illustrator, Painter and Automotive Icon
Brian Stupski: Artist/Designer you've seen but have never heard of...
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Brian Stupski: Artist/Designer you've seen but have never heard of...
Pete Eastwood: Hot Rodding's Unknown Super Hero
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Pete Eastwood: Hot Rodding's Unknown Super Hero
Stories N' Steel Intro, Season Two...and a Half
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Stories N' Steel Intro, Season Two...and a Half
Luc DeLey of Marcel's Custom Metal
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Luc DeLey of Marcel's Custom Metal
Mike Jones: A fabricator/builder who's making his mark in the hot rod world.
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Mike Jones: A fabricator/builder who's making his mark in the hot rod world.
Engle Brothers: Dave and Greg are Fabricators, Builders and Creators of the Custom Stroller
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Engle Brothers: Dave and Greg are Fabricators, Builders and Creators of the Custom Stroller
Jeff Devey: We talk about truck lettering, pinstriping, custom painting and his drag racing habit.
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Jeff Devey: We talk about truck lettering, pinstriping, custom painting and his drag racing habit.
Larry Wood: The Godfather of Hot Wheels talks about hot rods, toys, designs and never growing up
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Larry Wood: The Godfather of Hot Wheels talks about hot rods, toys, designs and never growing up
C-10's and Chevy Only are Just the Beginning: Git-Down with Dino Battilana
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C-10's and Chevy Only are Just the Beginning: Git-Down with Dino Battilana
You're Never Too Old to Play With Hot Rods
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You're Never Too Old to Play With Hot Rods

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @keithkimsten5111
    @keithkimsten5111 2 дні тому

    I’m not a big louver fan but I sure do love y’all’s work!

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel День тому

      Chip is the "unofficial" cheerleader of hot rodding!

  • @EydieCunningham-v2l
    @EydieCunningham-v2l 2 дні тому

    Do you think you guys might interview Scott Sullivan at some point?

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel День тому

      On purpose?! Lol Probably down the road. I'm in So Cal, he's in Ohio...

  • @dudeleboski2692
    @dudeleboski2692 4 дні тому

    Well spoken Artist……id love to work with him.. 37:56 “Kids have no paciente ,They all want instant gratification….”

  • @randybaca6132
    @randybaca6132 6 днів тому

    Fantastic im 72 got acouple hot rods 27 ford 37 ford like you just get when you can before its to late 😅

  • @michaelmiller8920
    @michaelmiller8920 6 днів тому

    Just stumbled on this interview on UTube. Mitch pinstriped my 67 C10 a while back. The truck’s first owner was the US Navy. He created a small “yardbird” crow smoking a big stogie. Honored to have him do the art.

  • @LeathMotorsports
    @LeathMotorsports 7 днів тому

    Dr is is a great guy. I meet him when he was stripping car at Jim Slemons MBZ back in the 80s no

  • @leebongirno9670
    @leebongirno9670 7 днів тому

    Back in 1973 he worked at a shop in Bellflower I started there as painters helper. He was always friendly to me. I think he left a year or two later. Good video

  • @paulstoll2145
    @paulstoll2145 10 днів тому

    Brad that was too cool! Espe sally to learn about your story. I love all the directions you taken and how you mastered them. You are the most talented person I know, Thanks PS

  • @wfoguy
    @wfoguy 11 днів тому

    It was great to put a person with a name I've heard for a long time. I've seen his work plenty but never been around him. :)

  • @wego2020
    @wego2020 11 днів тому

    where do you get the chalk pencils from?

    • @wego2020
      @wego2020 11 днів тому

      All I can find is the Dustless, which I don't believe will work...

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 9 днів тому

      I just got them at an art supply place. I'm nowhere near them to look at the name, but they're standard chalk. I've never seen dustless, so I'm not sure...

  • @stevebohr880
    @stevebohr880 11 днів тому

    Interview Buttera’s kids Boyd’s kids and Steve Davis please? Great video oh and Chip too!!!

  • @dresdensvo
    @dresdensvo 12 днів тому

    Is Disneys Hayley Mills writing your script now ?

  • @MODELMIND72
    @MODELMIND72 12 днів тому

    A living Legend.

  • @joseywales3789
    @joseywales3789 12 днів тому

    It's weird that my Heroes, growing up...... Are such humble and down to earth guys!!! It's as if their lives are just "Normal!!!" I'd be in absolute awe of their skills and abilities, their lives and the people who they are friends with.... Legendary!!!

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel День тому

      I've been very fortunate in my life to get to know a bunch of them! Very cool and down to earth people...

  • @papasmodelcarroom8450
    @papasmodelcarroom8450 12 днів тому

    Wow another great interview. 😮😮😮

  • @kevintaylor3306
    @kevintaylor3306 12 днів тому

    Steve, ❤ I've been following your work for years first interview I've ever seen a video and it's good to see that you are every bit as authentic as your work is. Keep it up I'll be a fan for life KS Taylor

  • @randylindamood1607
    @randylindamood1607 13 днів тому

    Dennis did some of the best looking Color Me Gone funny cars. Thank you

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 12 днів тому

      I know! He really made those cars look amazing, thanks for watching.

  • @user-KUSTOM3MDB
    @user-KUSTOM3MDB 13 днів тому

    . . Love this. A Legend for sure, so happy you did this interview. Thank You. . .💜😎

  • @PeteRubalcaba
    @PeteRubalcaba 13 днів тому

    wow what a life thanks for sharing smithsonian cover pinstriping legend..

  • @paulstoll2145
    @paulstoll2145 13 днів тому

    Love Dennis Got to know him while I was at PPG in Rancho Cucamonga. We would come and do some stripping for me. I had the honor of making the colors for a re do of the 57 Nomad wagon. Great talent!!!

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 12 днів тому

      He’s a great guy to work with, isn’t he?

  • @BG-gr7fh
    @BG-gr7fh 13 днів тому

    Another nice one Brad, Thanks

  • @ADDGarage
    @ADDGarage 13 днів тому

    My Dad went to school with Dennis. I think I remember Denny Milfs said he worked at the body shop in high school too??This would all be in Brookings. My Dad is Jimmy Roden

  • @Artpainterdude
    @Artpainterdude 13 днів тому

    Awesomeness 💯❤️✊🏼 so many great stripers/artists out there. Love seeing these guys and their iconic work! Thank you!

  • @53Peterbilt
    @53Peterbilt 17 днів тому

    HA!! Loved it!! Way a great new way to tell your own story! Keep 'em coming Brad!! (or Brad) 😏

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 12 днів тому

      Dude! Call me when you get a chance...

  • @PeteRubalcaba
    @PeteRubalcaba 18 днів тому

    Your evil sik I'm addicted...now I'm seeing doubles 😂

  • @PeteRubalcaba
    @PeteRubalcaba 18 днів тому

    Fullerton I grew up there .

  • @Tat2TankT
    @Tat2TankT 19 днів тому

    I hope you get to where you want to be in life bro good luck you deserve it I’ll be here rooting for you for sure 👍😎

  • @Charles-qq7vf
    @Charles-qq7vf 19 днів тому

    Damn man! You pulled it off, talking to yourself without looking too weird! Especially dig "Fuzzy Brad vs. Clean Cut Brad". Absolutely brilliant, my friend!

  • @papasmodelcarroom8450
    @papasmodelcarroom8450 19 днів тому

    That was FANTASTIC, very clever, imaginative way for us to here your story. Thanks for doing it. It answered alot of questions I'm sure some of us viewers had about your carrier. Why you don't have thousands and thousands of views and thousands and thousands of subscribers and thousands and thousands of likes I don't understand. But it will come and I don't think you're gonna give up.

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 19 днів тому

      Thank you! I know it was silly, but it seemed like it would be fun. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

  • @BG-gr7fh
    @BG-gr7fh 19 днів тому

    As always, great production and great content. Thank you!

  • @rockybruce3750
    @rockybruce3750 19 днів тому

    I would probably die at 110 F

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 19 днів тому

      110 is EASY compared to ANYTHING below 0!! Actually, it was pretty toasty!

  • @rockybruce3750
    @rockybruce3750 19 днів тому

    Thats about -16 F

  • @rockybruce3750
    @rockybruce3750 19 днів тому

    try -27 with wind chill of about -40 : )

  • @wfoguy
    @wfoguy 19 днів тому

    Every "artist" that I know has something that makes them different. They don't always fit into society real well. As a rule, they are all "doers". They find a way to accomplish their goal or idea or dream as what ever fits. Many are poor business people so the financial struggle is always there. Most seem to be always learning, sometimes way more than their craft. I'm an information sponge. I'm old enough now that recall is limited but I still relish learning. I'm a little surprised that I have never crossed paths with you. I drag raced blown alky for almost 20 years. A lot of the names you mentioned are people I had knowledge of or contact with. I don't know if you will make your goal but the series has been very enjoyable. I believe that a great deal of youtube may become the auto world's history book. I smile when I explain to someone about something that is on youtube whether I had something to do with it or just as an observer. Most had to have some passion to achieve. Keep on with the visions for life. :)

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 19 днів тому

      I was definitely in the drag boat world for a long time too. Thank you, I'm not giving up yet!!

  • @mikepisano4315
    @mikepisano4315 19 днів тому

    Brad, that was theee best episode yet! So imaginative and well thought out. 👍🏻

  • @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS
    @SYLVESTERSCUSTOMS 20 днів тому

    Super cool story brad this episode turned out great keep it up

  • @dbkhobby149
    @dbkhobby149 20 днів тому

    There has to be a blooper reel somewhere, I know your partner in crime to well. And you a little better now.

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 20 днів тому

      The WHOLE thing is one big blooper reel!

  • @joseywales3789
    @joseywales3789 20 днів тому

    Am I the only one who noticed that Brad didn't laugh as much as usual???🤔😳

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 20 днів тому

      Hey, I uh HE did when nobody was watching...

  • @RonaldWeber-d6d
    @RonaldWeber-d6d 20 днів тому

    It really helps when you get along with the host. Great episode!

  • @226race
    @226race 20 днів тому

    Love the series. Always wanted to know who is this guy doing the interviews now I know. Great job

  • @lenandreasen5904
    @lenandreasen5904 20 днів тому

    You have drive you can make it happen there are round people and squares you can make it happen!!!!

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 20 днів тому

      Am I, uh we the Round or Square one?

  • @Artpainterdude
    @Artpainterdude 20 днів тому

    Awesomeness! Sounds like my story but without the success and fame. I’m 65, a retired professional painter and a self-taught professional artist which I still practice to this day. You’re an inspiration! Thank you for your videos and for telling your story. 💯❤️✊🏼

    • @StoriesnSteel
      @StoriesnSteel 20 днів тому

      If you made more than 12 bucks, you have me beat success wise! Thank you!

  • @konage2010
    @konage2010 23 дні тому

    Are there any shirts remaining? I visited your shop when it was behind the candy shop? Still see your stick figures once in awhile at swap meets and car shows. Always know it’s your original work, even if the owner doesn’t!🥰

  • @53Peterbilt
    @53Peterbilt 24 дні тому

    YES!! You're back!! Love Ron's fun attitude, and what a great artist! I've always admired the way they can put several different rigs onto a shirt design, and nothing seems outta proportion. All too often I see designs where this car or that one just don't feel right. NOT an issue here! Keep on putting out such stellar work Ron! Awesome interview Brad! Keep 'em coming!

  • @markrobinson1964
    @markrobinson1964 24 дні тому

    Good to see! I have really appreciated your interviews with Pinstripe Chris, Steve Sanford, Kenny Youngblood and other car culture artists--awesome stuff. Thanks!

  • @markrobinson1964
    @markrobinson1964 24 дні тому

    I thoroughly enjoyed this. Awesome interview. Thanks for doing this.

  • @invertedxtrovert
    @invertedxtrovert 25 днів тому

    Ron Weber is my hero. great artist. great guy, always a positive attitude. had a great time working with him.

  • @Charles-qq7vf
    @Charles-qq7vf 26 днів тому

    YESSSSSSS!!!! It's TIME!!!

  • @papasmodelcarroom8450
    @papasmodelcarroom8450 26 днів тому

    That was AWESOME 😮😮 Definitely worth the wait.

  • @derrekjohnson777
    @derrekjohnson777 26 днів тому

    Fantastic podcast. I loved the screen prints as the interview played on.