"Tri-Five Chevy Show pics"

Straight axle 57
Stock 1957 mechanical fuel injection

Electronic fuel injected 56 chev
55 "High-Boy"

55 D/Gas ... 56 C/Gas
Line 'em up

More from Cruzin Colby Show in Everett, WA

Mantis has some photos in the archives that it wanted to share with the readers. Does anyone spot your ride or a buddy's car? Colby always puts on a great show! Take a look at a previous post which includes more car photos from the show.

58 Gasser

OK, this is getting bad. I'm now posting this and it's clear from Louisiana. I'm sure there is someone locally here that can try to compete with this one. Come on, give it your best shot.

I personally don't think you can top this one.

More pictures!

Come on guys, somebody owns a car or two.

Somebody Post Something!

A few friends and customers cars from across the states.

Cruzin Colby-Car Show-May 25th and 26th 2008

We apologize for the late posts! Mantis was able to make the car show in Everett put on by Cruzin to Colby. Check out a sample of some of the rides that were present. The weather was cooperative for the show-and it appeared to be a great turnout.

Mantis video clip: Chevy Bel-Air cruzin

Not much can beat a day cruzin a Chevy Bel-Air. Enjoy the video clip.

MANTIS WELCOMES "RAT BASTARDS" CAR CLUB

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Welcome to the official Website of the RatBastards™ Car Club -Updates every Wednesday!
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RatBastards car club is a traditonal Hot Rod & Kool Kustom club in Washington state, with members in the US and Canada

Our Simple mantra: Rat Bastards believe in 1969 and older, in the rough is enough,
real steel and iron,old skool (as long as safety and money will allow) traditional hot rods and cool customs. built, not bought.
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The RatBastards will be holding their first annual car show Sunday August 31st 2008 (Labor Day Weekend)
Click on image below for show information, flyer, registration, etc.
Go to the registration form page, print out the form, and mail it in now, and save $5! Also, if you send your registration in early, you will receive a $5 discount on the "Infestation 2008" T-shirt. (T-shirt Available on day of event)



The RatBastards Car Club is looking for Car Show Sponsors and donations to the car show raffle.
A raffle donation will get you, or your company a mention on the website.
A sponsorship will get you a page on the RatBastards website. All ads, pages, & mentions will stay on the website until January 2009.

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They are lovers,
They are racers,
They are collectors,
They are builders,
And they know how to party!
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email us at - ratbastardscarclub@gmail.com

Mantis was checking out Motocross at the ORV Park in Richland, WA

Here is a quick video clip of some motorcycles on the track. Mantis was there riding a Honda 450 on the track and trails. Check out Motocross for some cool photos and race events.

“HEY FELLOW RODDERZ”!!!

We want your projects to be seen!! Father/son, mother/daughter, family, friend/friend projects!! Especially you car clubs enthusiasts out there! Show us what you are working on, ask questions, share information!! Sell parts, buy parts, get tips from other fellow rodz readerz!! Pictures, video clips, it is a blast! Show your friends what you are working on, or what you are looking for!!
At Mantis Rodz we are all about family, be it your immediate family, or your extended friends/family. Bottom line, cars, bikes, trucks, (“RIDZ”) bring folks together! Take pics of your rod runs, picnics, cruising, car show, and or garage pics.
Its free to join, spread the word!!(AND THE PICS/VIDS)…

"55 GASSER LAUNCH"!!!

"THE PAVILLIONS IN ARIZONA"

Here are a few cars from Scottsdale AZ, @ the "Pavillions" off Indian Bend rd.

"FIRE UP THE MANTIS'!!

There is nothing like open wheel-well headers to get your heart pumping!!!

Spring is here guys, lets dust off the cars, finish those projects, "FIRE-EM-UP!!

Check out Steel Dreams! They house some incredible rides.

Mantis is always on the lookout for cool rides-and this time look what we spotted. Steel Dreams has custom motorcycles, ATV's, watercraft and snowmobiles for you to choose from. Check out the trailer and truck that Steel Dreams hauls their goods with-awesome! Enjoy their site.

Mantis makes its rounds to Harley Davidson of Seattle

Mantis would like to thank Frank Kai, Sales Manager of Harley Davidson of Seattle for letting us take photos of his shop/bikes. The floor is packed with the best. Come to his showroom in Lynnwood, WA and scoop up a motorcycle for your next ride. Thanks again Frank!

Karting Center at Cycle Barn has some cool ridz!

Kids, teens and adults enjoy racing machines-and one would find the full meal deal at Cycle Barn in Lynwood, WA. Make sure and check out the Kart Center link. Bill Hettick, the manager, runs a smooth operation. They have all the gear, equipment and machines to make you want to ride. Mantis Rodz would like to thank Bill for the tour of his shop. Make sure and check his place out!

F & F Auto Clinic, Inc. in Bothell, WA does quality work!

It's difficult to miss Ed Vonderahe's F & F Auto Clinic, Inc on Bothell-Everett Highway. Of course-his company is all about cars. Check out his 1964 T-Bird that he's standing by. He's been the proud owner of his ride since he was 15 years old. Ed has a number of other classic vehicles that he will share with Mantis at a later date.
The '57 T-Bird and '74 AMX will be in his shop shortly-those are real gems too! Check out Ed's site. His team has loads of experience and takes pride in their workmanship/quality. It's all about the customer. Mantis witnessed his team in action. Thanks for the opportunity to talk shop Ed! Look forward to seeing you soon.

Kompact Kar Korner in Lynnwood, WA has the goods!

Talk about nostalgia and going back in time-walking into the showroom of Kompact Kar Korner is just that. When you step into their shop, it's like you are at a drive-in, gas station, burger joint and having James Dean walk by. They sport the cream of the crop in vintage-classic vehicles. Take a look at the photos that the ownership group allowed us to take. Mantis would like to thank Grant and the Kompact Kar Korner "krew!" Make sure and check out their web site.

David from Bothell and his '71 El Camino

Mantis was cruising by the local Home Depot in Bothell, WA and had an opportunity to meet David and his 1971 El Camino. He has been working on his ride for almost 6 months-new suspension, tires and rims and tuned up his 350. We really appreciate the opportunity to get a photo and talk to you about your car David. Make sure and tell your friends about Mantis Rodz. When you get the new paint job, join Mantis (for free) and send us a photo and talk about your ride. Thanks again David! Looking forward to seeing you soon. Check out El Camino Central.

Does this Rolls Royce belong here?

Mantis clearly spotted the classic of classic cars. This Rolls was parked in a no-parking zone on Occidental in Seattle. Was the driver taking a break? Check out Rolls Royce for the new models.

Check out George's 1954 Chevrolet Pick-Up

Mantis knows what a great place the Pacific Northwest is and so does George from North Seattle. He's proud of his '54 and has a great story behind it. George worked in the Seattle area for a number of years and then moved to Chicago. He's familiar with a number of other cities around the nation-and has family in Kansas City. George and his wife missed the Pacific Northwest and moved back.
His Chevy Pick-Up was restored by Midwest Hot Rods-and they did a spectacular job. Shipping his car back to the Seattle area was interesting, but Midwest Hot Rods does it with ease. Mantis sure would like to see some photos of the Chevy before or during the restoration. Any photos available? Thanks again George!

Some ridz from the 2008 Seattle Roadster Show

Mantis Rodz had a vendor booth and also had the "Praying Mantis" at the 2008 Seattle Roadster Show. Check out some of the classics that were at the show and look what you missed out on.

Mantis meets Rod from Hot Rod's Restos!

Rod Nielsen from Hot Rod's Restos was happy to have Mantis Rodz take some pictures of his incredible gems. His two rides were on the front line of the 2008 Seattle Roadster Show where they belonged. Mantis wanted to give a big thank you for taking the time to snag some photos and talk shop. Hey, Rodzreaders-make sure and check out Rod's site to find out more about his cars and other projects.

Mantis has to have bikes on the site too!

The Seattle Roadster sported some phenomenal bikes. Take a look at some of the photos that Mantis was able to capture. These bikes scream WOO-HOO! The Felony Flyers are out of Seattle and Speed Motor Sports out of Central Washington. If Mantis left out some of the groups, we apologize.

LeeRoy Cannady in the movie "Clutch" stopped by Mantis.

Renegade Productions will have "Clutch" the movie coming out soon-it was filmed in the Pacific Northwest. LeeRoy Cannady and his son stopped by the Mantis Rodz booth to say hello. He has a couple of sweet rides and actually has one of his cars in the upcoming movie. Here is LeeRoy's 1968 Pontiac LeMans. Check out the link to Clutch and see what the show is about. Thanks again LeeRoy for stopping by the booth. We look forward to the movie!

Jim and Eltrina Rose's racing machine.

Sometimes you meet friends in unusual places. Steve of Mantis Rodz was just getting to the Seattle Roadster Show to get set up. His partner-Kevin will be arriving soon with the "Praying Mantis." Eltrina Rose knew that Steve needed to have a visitor pass to get in the door and gladly passed her's to Steve. She mentioned that her husband was getting their "Mustang Racer" dialed for the show. Mantis really appreciated meeting the Rose family. They sent a lot of people to our booth. Thanks again Jim and Eltrina! We look forward to seeing you on here soon. Let us know about an upcoming race-we'll be there! Check out their web site at Papa's Thang.

Legends Car Club unites at the Seattle Roadster Show

Cruzin with a car club is a lot of fun. Mantis Rodz has a vendor booth right across a club that sports some classic '50s and '60s rides. Here are a few cars for your viewing pleasure! The 1964 Chevrolet is a 2 Door Sport Coupe, 327ci/300hp, 4SPcr, 4.10oar...it's color is Midnight Blue Metalic and all factory original. Mantis will work on getting the specs on this 1967 Chevrolet Nova SS-2 door hardtop.

Their display is nostalgic and packed with '50s and '60s memorabilia. See Marilyn Monroe stare at you-and walk down memory lane with record sleeves of Jerry Lee Lewis, The Wailers and Roy Orbison. Don't miss out on James Dean. This Legends Car Club is a lot of fun. Hope that you were able to check them out at the Seattle Roadster Show. Thanks again Ken and the group!

Seattle Roadster Show video clips.

Mantis sure is enjoying the Seattle Roadster Show! Check out some of the rides that you are missing out on....Enjoy the video clip.

GTO and Camaro at the Seattle Roadster Show

Mantis had to take a picture of the 1965 GTO. This is Max's (Jr. Mantis exec) favorite car. Check out the Camaro. Enjoy the photo of these rides! The Seattle Roadster Show is not one that anyone should miss.

Pontiac Photo Beginning

This is what my Pontiac Cheiftain looked like for$400. See my other blog for my after pic. The frame raiks are in the mud, mid winter. 3 days later I picked the car up 5 inchs of snow on the ground 1 crane 2 flatbeds and a lot of pulling later it came out of the ground. Unbelivable these are the original tires they still hold air. I was asked not to tear the nice people yard up. I bought the car and now look at it.

It's "Show Time!"

Mantis Rodz has 10 minutes to unload the "Praying Mantis" off the trailer and get it on the floor before the gates go down. The crew makes it happen-it's a miracle-and the Seattle Roadster Show is on! Thanks to the guys for giving the Mantis team a hand!

Parking Lot Pontiac LeMans

Mantis would like to thank Bob George for showing us his pride and joy. Check out this tri-power carb machine. It handles well in the parking lot too! Bob will be working on his LeMans and will be giving us an update shortly. Thanks again Bob!

1957 Pontiac Chiefain

I bought this car for $400. Nothing on the car, it was all inside, so alot of cleaning and assembling. It did not run so 1 battery cable, fuel pump, and a battery it fired right up. This is all after 5 months nonstop. 65,448 original miles 347ci, V8 runs like a champ.