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American HotRod's Mike Curtis was involved in a horrific crash several. years ago and has been working hard to recover the full range of motion in his face, which was rebuilt using nine steel plates. His crash left him with some lack of movement in areas of his face, most noticeably his lips and...
- Where Are They Now Mike Curtis?
- What happened to Boyd Coddington?
- Who owns Boyd Coddington shop now?
- What is wrong with Mike Curtis's face?
- Who owns Speed is the new black?
- What happened to American Hot Rod cast?
- What happened to Duane Mayer?
- What happened to Bluebear?
- Did Jesse James work for Boyd Coddington?
- What happened to Charlie Hutton?
- What happened to Boyds Wheels?
- Where was American Hot Rod filmed?
- Where did Boyd Coddington live?
Where Are They Now Mike Curtis?
In 2016 Mike was certified to machine wheels for the NHRA. He has since and currently is machining parts and wheels for Paton Racing Team, Scott Palmer Racing, and Lindberg Bros. Motorsports.
What happened to Boyd Coddington?
Unfortunately, Boyd Coddington suddenly passed away on February 27, 2008 at the age of 63. His team noted that he passed away from complications from surgery, sepsis, and kidney complications after suffering from diabetes for many years. His passing was a shock to the American auto community.
Who owns Boyd Coddington shop now?
But in the years since, the three sons have gone their separate ways. If you search for sonsofboyd.com now, you end up at Hot Rods by Boyd, which is owned by Chris, who continues to offer fancy wheels and other accessories based on both his dad's and his own original designs.
What is wrong with Mike Curtis's face?
American HotRod's Mike Curtis was involved in a horrific crash several. years ago and has been working hard to recover the full range of motion in his face, which was rebuilt using nine steel plates. His crash left him with some lack of movement in areas of his face, most noticeably his lips and...
Who owns Speed is the new black?
Meet Noah Alexander, the man behind the motor. "Speed Is the New Black" debuts May 24 on Velocity. Classic Car Studio's 40,000-square-foot space is tucked away in Brentwood's industrial park. Owner Noah Alexander works with customers around the globe who want to buy, sell, or repair vintage cars.
What happened to American Hot Rod cast?
Some crew members went to work for Overhaulin's Chip Foose, a former partner of Coddington's, for a more relaxed environment; even Boyd's own son could not work there for long. The series ended when Boyd Coddington died, following complications from surgery, in February 2008. The car shop closed on June 20, 2008.
What happened to Duane Mayer?
American Hot Rod's Duane Mayer Suffers Bruising Injuries In Crash. Duane Mayer, the former star of Discovery Channel's American Hot Rod was rushed to the hospital on New Year's Day after drinking and driving. ... He suffered some severe cuts as well as bruises to Duane's face, neck, and head.
What happened to Bluebear?
Chad "Bluebear" Geary was fired for insubordination. Charley Hutton left the show and now works for Boyd's competitor Chip Foose.
Did Jesse James work for Boyd Coddington?
After his time at Performance Machine, Jesse James worked for Boyd Coddington in the late-80s, where he further refined his welding and fabrication skills. It's during this time, he says in an interview, that he started to make his own fenders after work.
What happened to Charlie Hutton?
A boy who died when he was hit by a boat propeller off the Isle of Wight was thrown overboard by a large wave. Charlie Hutton, from South Croydon, died from multiple injuries to his pelvis and leg suffered off The Needles on 20 July. ... Isle of Wight coroner Caroline Sumeray recorded a verdict of accidental death.
What happened to Boyds Wheels?
In early 1998, Coddington's company, Boyd's Wheels, filed for bankruptcy. Investors lost millions. Codington resigned as chief executive. He lost the right to use his own name.
Where was American Hot Rod filmed?
Hot Rod was largely filmed in Vancouver in the summer of 2006. Shooting locations include Cloverdale, British Columbia, and under the Surrey end of the Pattullo Bridge southeast of Vancouver. Other locations in British Columbia include Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Burnaby and Downtown Vancouver.
Where did Boyd Coddington live?
Boyd Coddington, one of the first, and perhaps the best known, of the Southern California hot-rod builders, who turned a backyard hobby of tattooed guys in T-shirts into a boutique industry of high-end car customizers, died Feb. 27 in Whittier, Calif. He was 63 and lived in La Habra Heights, Calif.
