Like Kermit says…”It ain’t easy being green”, but then again, nothing worth doing is ever easy.

West Coast Choppers is proud to say we’re using Safety-Kleen state of the art oils and additives as well as cleaning systems to do our little part in protecting the environment. Safety-Kleen is helping our shop be more environmentally friendly in our day to day operations. We use their products in our vehicles and their cleaning systems to keep all of our engine parts and tools in tip top condition. All the while recycling the run off and waste materials that many industrial concerns let run off back into the water system. Check out the details included here to learn a little bit more about their products, and cleaning systems, or go to the Safety-Kleen website for more info than you’ll ever need to know on the whole subject, and clean up your act!

Introducing EcoPower Recycled Motor Oil
GREAT FOR YOUR VEHICLE AND THE PLANET

● Highest Quality Recycled
Exceptional purity and lubricating properties that are every bit as good as virgin, conventional base stocks

● Advanced Synthetic Technology
Provides an extra measure of protection and performance under the most severe operating conditions

● State-of-the-Art Performance Additives
Specially engineered to coat and protect metal surfaces and provide maximum protection against motor oil breakdown

● Like the Leading Conventional Oils, Exceeds the Highest North American Standards for Motor Oil Performance
● Improved Fuel Economy
● Advanced Wear Protection for Increased Vehicle Life
● Improved Oxidation and Sludge Resistance
● Reduced Vehicle Emissions
● Torture-Tested for Millions of Miles Under the Most
● State Trooper Cruisers
● Military Vehicles in Combat
● Delivery Fleets
● Emergency Vehicles
● From the Leader in Oil Re-Refining
● EcoPower is refined by Safety-Kleen, the largest re-refiner of used oil in North America.

Safety-Kleen’s used oil re-refining process uses up to 85% less energy than the process to make virgin base stocks out of crude oil
Closing the recycling loop conserves valuable, non-renewable resources
Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by more than 80%
Reduces heavy metals emissions by 99.5%
Used oil is collected from oil change locations across the country and goes through a rigorous quality control process prior to re-refining. The Safety-Kleen closed-loop system significantly reduces greenhouse gases compared to the one-time energy created from burning used oil.

PARTS WASHERS
Aqueous parts washers give you all the cleaning power of solvent. Cleaning solutions that are safe and biodegradable. Aqueous parts washers are a new generation of water-based aqueous parts washers for a new way to clean.
These aqueous parts washers are available in automatic, manual or both, with features such as programmable solution temperatures and flexible metal lamps and spigots. Our aqueous parts washers are the only ones to earn NASCAR PERFORMANCE designation.

Exclusive Armakleen Aqueous Cleaning Technology
Only Safety-Kleen uses this aqueous parts washer cleaning chemistry that’s safe for workers,
safe for the environment and unmatched in aqueous cleaning performance.
No VOC permit required (most locations)

● Non-hazardous chemistries (MPC, MM-Dip)
● Non-toxic
● Non-flammable
● Biodegradable
● Effectively cleans a variety of soils, oils and greases
● Safe on all metal and most plastic surfaces
● Rust and corrosion inhibiting ingredients
● Oil splitting and recyclable formulations
● Long solution life

PAINT GUN CLEANER
Paints and paint thinners are chemicals to be handled carefully. Both our manual and automatic paint gun cleaning models greatly limit exposure to your workers and to the environment. Our unique circulating pump requires less thinner and reduces the amount of waste generated by 50 percent. Our Venturi ventilation system extracts thinner and solvent fumes. Our spray nozzles deliver high pressure cleaning.
Every paint gun cleaner model works with all types of paint guns and is rigorously tested for durability.
Safety-Kleen handles all used thinner in accordance to the highest environmental standards. With our closed loop system, we recycle waste for reuse. What cannot be is reclaimed and recycled in our EPA approved fuel blending programs.

OIL PICK UP AND REFINING
● The Largest Re-refinery of used oil in North America

Every year, Safety-Kleen returns more than 140 million gallons of used oil to the marketplace as clean, pure motor oil. Our state-of-the-art processes allow us to fully realize oil’s amazing capacity to be recycled and reused indefinitely with no loss of quality.
Oil re-refining reduces greenhouse gases and heavy metal emissions when compared to burning used oil as fuel. Re-refining is a better way to manage used oil. It is easier on the environment and transforms oil into a renewable resource.

Safety-Kleen’s advanced re-refining technologies and processes have earned the latest ISO 9001-2000 certification. This relentless commitment to quality helps Safety-Kleen provide the highest performing oil products that meet API, SAE & Military specifications

ANOTHER PEAK BEHIND THE SCENES

Whoever coined the phrase “less is more” has obviously never been at a photo shoot with half naked girls and super hot cars. ‘Cuz in that case, we would have to say, MORE is definitely more! Here’s a few more production stills to wet your whistle. Or whatever else you wanna do with your whistle, for that matter. And another round of thanks to our friends who made it all possible.

For starters, Sammy’s Straps. Ok. The dude’s got so many orders for his custom made belts and guitar straps that he doesn’t even need a website (but he does have a myspace page). His belts are uber rad…like hmmmmm-wonder-if-he’ll-notice-if-we-don’t-send-2-or-3-of-these-back kinda rad. His leather work is super reasonable for being one of a kind, and handmade. The belts start at only $75! We heart Sammy’s Straps in a big way. He also studded the vest, and our hot rod fabricating friend Renee Schroder did the paint job on it. It’s a really amazing distressed car club vest we’re going to put up for grabs on the new & improved Garage Magazine website after it launches! So keep an eye out for that.

And again, be sure to check out the auto-inspired goodness of Revamp Productions Handbags. Really solid construction and hardware. Your own little custom to carry on your arm. And be sure to eyeball Bleeding Hearts Jewelry for the necklaces the gals were rockin’. And if you still want MORE yet…go buy the damn magazine! It’s not like we’re the freakin’soup line for free pin up pictures ya know.

IT’S A LOT OF HARD WORK TO BE PRETTY! CHECK OUT THE GALS GETTING READY FOR OUR CHICKS RULE EDITION PHOTO SHOOT…

So, our Chicks Rule Special Edition is on news stands now, and we’ve only got one question…what the hell are you doing here? Get out from behind your computer and go pick one up! A lot of our distributors sold out last time, so…just sayin’.

Here’s the scoop: we shot at Masterson’s Kustoms, a really great little garage in Lynwood owned and operated by Brad Masterson. HE invited a handful of guys with some pretty spanky rides to come hang, have a few beers, and watch the magic happen. WE invited a handful of hot chicks with some hot bodies to come hang, have a few beers and MAKE the magic happen. Tim Sutton was ringmaster/shooter that day and with the expert help of his trusty photo side kick, Bret Hartman, worked a little magic of his own.

We also want to say thanks to the folks that were kind enough to loan us some really nice baubles for the shoot. Rad, one of a kind brooches from Bleeding Hearts Jewelry and custom-designed hot rod inspired handbags from Revamp Productions.

WAKE THE KIDS! PHONE THE NEIGHBORS! CISCO BURGER IS PUTTIN’ HOT DOGS ON THE MENU!

After hundreds (if not thousands) of requests, Cisco Burger is offering hotdogs by popular demand. But not just any old hot dog. No sir-ee Bob! These babies are jumbo 100% all beef dogs that are grilled to mouthwatering perfection. And we’ve got 5 Signature Dogs to choose from, so you could have a different dog each day of the week! Here’s what Cisco will be serving up starting next week:

Old Chicago Style Dog – A grilled, jumbo all-beef dog topped with mustard, celery salt, tomato halves, sweet green relish, sport peppers, and a pickle spear, served on a fresh poppy seed bun.

NYC Cart Dog – A grilled, jumbo all-beef dog wrapped in bacon, topped with mustard, ketchup, mayo, grilled onions, and grilled red and green bell peppers, served on a fresh poppy seed bun.

Pastrami Dog – A grilled, jumbo all-beef dog topped with juicy pastrami, and swiss cheese, and mustard, served on a fresh poppy seed bun.

Classic Chili Cheese Dog – A grilled, jumbo all-beef dog topped with our homemade chili, shredded cheese and onions (on request), served on a fresh poppy seed bun.

Duchess Dog – A grilled, jumbo all-beef dog topped with Cisco Sauce, tomato halves, avocado slices, and a pickle spear, served on a fresh poppy seed bun. (onions on request)

B.Y.O.D. – Build your own dog! Start with a grilled, jumbo all-beef dog, pick your sauces, and pick your choice of 3 items from our fresh ingredients. Additional items are extra $$ per item.

Your Name Here Dog – That’s right. Here’s your chance to get your 15 minutes of fame. We want to hear your best ideas for the perfect hot dog. So we’re having a contest to see who’s got the Top Dog recipe. Send us your hot dog idea, and a name for it, and just might make it on the menu. If your dog is picked Best in Show, and makes it onto the menu, we’ll send you a Cisco Burger Tshirt, and treat you to a free dog a month for the year. If you live out of state, WE’LL eat your free dog every month and write to you to let you know how much we enjoyed it. Win-win. So start submittin’ those ideas!!!

Old Chicago Style Dog

NYC Cart Dog

Pastrami Dog

Classic Chili Cheese Dog

Duchess Dog

a whole new kind of mini bike.

These die cast replica West Coast Chopper bikes are the two wheeled ticket to hours of fun. Put a little attitude into your kid’s play dates. Let him show up with these and show those kids with the beleaguered little Hot Wheels with the hoods and doors falling off who’s boss. There’ll be none of that David Hasselhoff replica Knight Rider crap going on at your house. Nope. So, even if your kid isn’t old enough to kick a little ass, give him toys that says he could if he wanted…The West Coast Choppers die cast choppers are currently available in Walmart and Target stores. Get them while supplies last.

Until now that is. Check out the mom and pop boutique distiller that we helped put on the map.

3 Amigos Tequila is a about as smooth and drinkable a tequila as you’re going to find. One sip of this and you’ll be like “Patron who?” No. Really. We ran across their company while searching for cool finds for our Garage Magazine Kick the Tires review section. They sent us a bottle, and after much ummmmm “taste testing” by our internal staff of experts, found it to be everything the critics say it is. One reviewer described it like this, “On the tip of the tongue, it begins buttery and turns to a minty agave. Body: A very, very balanced agave body. Finish: No alcohol burn at all, with a very spicy finish.” Or in the words of Red, our resident tequila slinger and connoisseur , “Dammit to hell, that’s good! I’m getting some for this weekend!” The brand gets rave reviews and has a laundry list of awards under its belt. They practice organic farming, so there is no pesticide residues affecting taste, so it’s good tasting and good for you.

After the magazine was in circulation a few weeks, we started getting bottles of tequila left on our doorstep. Scratch that…cases of tequila. Turns out the folks at 3 Amigos wanted to thank us for the review, because after the magazine came out, their sales almost doubled. So we’re happy we could play a part in getting these guys a little exposure. We were really impressed by the taste, quality, and their craftsmanship approach they take when creating their product. Check out the whole story on the 3 Amigos site to see how they do what they do so well. And hopefully they’ll get a few more folks trying the stuff, and we’ll keep getting our weekly allowance of that golden nectar.