Tow Trucks are for suckers:

Think you need a tow truck? Think again! Why waste your hard earned money, when all you really need is one of your bros...

*Special Thanks to M.W. for the submission

Burnout of the day

Christmas, DirtRodder Style

Merry Christmas, Bros!

Ho, Ho ho.... Merry Christmas! Before reading any further, PLEASE click play on the video below. If Dee Snider and the boys don't can't get you into the Christmas spirit, we're not sure anything can!



Not sure what to get the Dirt Rodder on your Christmas shopping list? It's cool, bro - just like when you brought your ride to Jiffy Lube - we did the work for you.
Pour yourself some more eggnog, light another smoke, and feast your eyes on our Dirt Rodder Holiday gift guide:


Chrome Valve Covers


Just like Parker Lewis, you can't lose with Chrome valve covers. Not sure which ones to get? We can guarantee Small Block Chevy.







Beard Trimmer


Hey! Who spilled beard all over the Dirt Rodder you're buying a gift for? Does it matter? Help a brother out by getting him (or her?) a beard trimmer.





Metallica Hat

WWJD? More like WWJHWFC (What would James Hetfield want for Christmas) ...and if you don't know who James Hetfield is, punch yourself in the dick!










Ash Tray

Any True Dirt Rod Enthusiast frequents the world wide web a lot. A LOT. Why not get them an ashtray - a place for everything and everything in it's place.





Chain Saw
Who doesn't want a mother fucking chain saw!? Nobody, that's who!

Happy Holidays

just kidding, bro

What Dirt Rodder did last night...

How to not get hassled by the man, man

'Sup BROS?

Man- picture this:

You just got finished flipping the air cleaner, tightening the lugs on your new (to you) wide Cragers (only in the back) and did a 'pretty good' job wipin' down your '83 El Camino...

As you're cruising your local bowling alley parking lot, DIO's Holy Diver comes on the radio.

perfect.

Two blocks later however, things take a turn for the worse when you see red and blue lights in your (euro) side mirror.

Relax Bros, Dirt Rodder has got your covered with some quick tips on how to not get hassled by the man:

Turn down the Whitesnake


Now anyone reading this KNOWS that David Coverdale and the boys rock that shit- they rock it! But you know who doesn't know it? The cops, bro- that's who. Show some respect for Johnny Law, and turn the radio off.







Consider a smaller '3' sticker for the back window

Why give the cops a reason, bro? Look, it's clear God needed a driver, and while Dale Earnhardt (god rest his soul) was the Intimidator, your 'in memory of' sticker is not going to intimidate the police.




DO NOT challenge the officer to a fist fight

Cool out, bro. Look, we both know you could take him in a fair fight, but doesn't the fact that your cruising an El Camino proof enough that you're a bad-ass? Not sure?... give that mustache of yours a glance in the rearview... see, total bad-ass.








Just tell the cops you bought like that

Don't give up the goods, just tell them you bought your dirt rod with the upside down air filter cover / cherry bombs / 10" wide tires in the back / tinted windows / front "night prowler" decal / chain steering wheel / etc...


Just remember bros, a little respect can go a long way. Shit, man- it might even be the difference between cruising past the high school girls, or walking past.

BROchure

Sure, Bro.

OTHER burnout of the day

'stache.

Burnout of the day

fuck yes, bros.

Dune Buggy...

... more like DUDE! Buggy

The first thing that catches any true dirt rodder's attention are of course the slotted mags... and yes,-we know what you're thinking: "I'd put a small block in that."

You know, Hitler had a mustache

Frame	1969
Engine	1600
Owner	Alan Kirlin
Location	Seattle Wa.
Story	Here's what the owner had to say; Just recently got this from a friend who is moving. Finishing the work he didn't have time to finish. New Wiring. Cleaned the Carb. New starter. New Battery. Gets up and goes. Needs front grill work. Original light green metal flake.
Previous Owner	Hated to part with it.

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Fall Fashion Guide

Let our fall fashion guide show you the way to looking good more than just under the hood....


Autumn is upon us. This is good news in the sense that your Malibu runs like a top with the cooler air, but the bad news is that long sleeves and jackets are covering up your cut-off t-shirts and Taz tattoos.
Follow our guide to fall Dirt-Rod fashion, and still look great pulling into that high school football game parking lot...

Feathered Hair
A feathered hair cut is a what separates a true Dirt Rodder, from just a Dirt Rod enthusiast. Don't forget the comb in your back pocket! (Note the sweet ass cookie duster)
(photo credit: Jack/DR staff














Chevrolet Jacket(s)

It shows the jerk at the auto parts store two things:
(1) Fuck yeah that's your 1986 Camaro in the parking lot, and (2) of course it's got the 2.8L V6 in it.
(photo credit: Jack/DR staff)














Mustache
Sex offender? Probably.
Registered Sex offender? Possibly.
Dirt Rodder? Positively.















Denim
What could be said here, that the picture doesn't already say? The only thing that looks better than Denim, is more denim. The only thing that looks better than that, is Stone-washed Denim. The only thing that looks better than that, is two dudes wearing denim.

Where were you in '79?

Arthur Cunningham's 1979 Cutlass

Watch yourselves now, I'd hate to see any one get 'Cut', with this sharp 1979 Oldsmobile Cutty.

We at dirt rodder don't ask much, so please do us (and really yourself) a favor, and press play on this video before reading further and checking out the pics.


Are the heavy metal sounds of Saxson filling your ears? Terrific- let's begin.

Arthur wanted this car to be a no bullshit, down and dirty dirt rod. We feel the spec sheet should read the same way. I mean hey- if you're livin' the dirt rodder lifestyle, you know that those Jensen 6x9's aren't going to put themselves above the backseat- you've got shit to do!

Short and sweet, and in the owner's words (and typing!):

• it's a 79 cutlass
• has 307 4bb 4 speed auto swap (no need for a 350!-DR)

• 3.73 gears
• oil change every 2500 miles
• vary little rust on the car u can see the rust spot in the picture
• 4 inch cowl hood I took it off because I was going to get a 5 inch one
• has all new tires pulse an extra 2 new tires has diamond racing rims on the back with drag slicks

•car has custom interior done in the 80s 10 inch subs (fuck yes it does!-DR)

• no radio because it was stolen by someone trunk lock is also broke when they tried to steal the subs
• car runs real good needs a brake pad though
• gets about 18 mpg highway witch is pretty good for what it is any other questions just let me know


Happy Motoring! -DR

Much like fine wine, this 31-year-old Camaro has only gotten better with age.

Joseph Rangel (or the Rangler, as he prefers) has built the classic Dirt Rod. The build sheet reads like a check list of all things awesome: Tired small block? Check. Chrome Valve Covers? Check. Terrible faded paint? Check. Side pipes? Let’s get serious…
This little fist shaker is as dirt rod as it gets, as you’ll be able to see from the “the Rangler’s” videos. So sit back, crank up some White Snake, crack an O.E. (or Miller Lite if you're a front wiper), and enjoy… oh and one more thing: The heavy breathing in the video? Well, I challenge anyone to get so close to such a prime dirt rod specimen, and not breath harder.
Happy Motoring….


“Man, it took me like 6 months to save up from recycling my Olde English cans for those side pipes. But shit, the fuckers sound good.”-the Rangler

Chip's 2003 TRIKE

3 wheels.
2dudes.
what?

Chevy Vans - Doing burnouts

Vannin. Dirt Rodding.
Fuck, yes.

HIGHLY modified 1991 Honda Civic DX

1991 Honda Civic DX - Dwight Winthrow Keeps it clean

Often times, money gets a little tight for even the die-hard custom car enthusiast. If budget weren’t an option, just imagine some of the dirt rods that could be built. Can you picture some?? Just imagine, the body painted in the same color primer, or being able to buy those slapper bars new, instead of at a swap meet, or picture not only chrome valve covers, but a chromed out alternator, and all 8 plug wires being the same brand! Yep, that sure would be sweet. Now back to reality- Dwight Winthrow’s 1991 Honda Civic DX. Some of DR’s faithful readers may not care much for all of the innovation and technology that goes into today’s top custom imports, but everyone can appreciate the hardwork and customizing that Dwight has put into this sweet little ride.
Dwight first bought the car used, but it didn’t stay ‘stock’ for very long at all. After the motor just got “broke in” (192,143 miles) Dwight thought he should add some parts for speed. When it comes to go fast parts for any civic, the larger the exhaust the better, and Dwight’s ‘91 is no exception. After making his car go faster, he needed it to look faster, too. Some custom body mods, custom paint, and a mock NOS bottle, mission accomplished!

Unless you look really close, you can barely tell certain pieces of the car are ‘homemade’.


“I made a lot of the fairings and wings myself”, Dwight explains. “After spending almost my entire Taco Bell pay check on FUBU clothing and hair dye, I barely had enough money left for this visor.”
Well Dwight, we’ve all been there, which is why Dirt Rodder wanted to give you the props that you damn well deserve. The best thing about this car, is that it doesn’t look any more hideous, and it goes just as fast as other people’s cars that have spent literally thousands more.

Welcome to Dirt Rodder!

Welcome Bros!

Welcome to Dirt Rodder Ezine…

Grab a tall of your favorite domestic beer, put it between your legs, and then buckle up (hey, safety first!) because you’re about to embark on a fantastic journey. An adventure of sorts, bringing you closer to understanding the Dirt Rodder life style.
As always, I sincerely hope you have as much fun reading it, as I do compiling it.