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Builder: Randy 'Proud American' Thackston
Owner: Terry Glithero
Location: Puyallup, WA
Country: USA
Website: www.thechopzone.com
Bike Specification:
Bike Name: Proud American 'Sentinel'
Year / Model: 2005 / Proud American; Full Suspension
Engine Make / Size: Stroked Ultima El Bruto 127ci
Transmission Size / Type: 6spd RSD, Chain Final Drive
Primary: Massive Karate ‘Intimidator’ with Double Stack
‘Piranha’ Clutch Packs
Foot Pegs & Controls
Foot Pegs: Pro One
Controls: Pro One; Super Clean, and Functional
Wiring, Electronics, & Digitals:
Wiring: Randy Thackston, TheChopZone.com
Electronics & Digitals: Wire Plus
Seat Pan & Upholstery:
Seat Pan: Randy Thackston, TheChopZone.com
Custom Upholstery: Rocky Peters at Parkland Upholstery & Custom
F/X, Parkland, WA
Frame / Suspension:
Rake: Overall 48°
Stretch: 5" out, 5" up
Front Suspension: American Suspension ‘Dragon Springer”
Rear Suspension: Legend Air – L9
Swing arm: Modified War Eagle / Proud American
Wheels / Tires / Brakes:
Wheels: Front: RC Components Vega 21 x 3.00
Wheels: Rear: RC Components Vega 300 x 18
Tires: Avon
Brakes: Front: HHI / Springer / Rear: HHI
Paint / Plating / Polishing (Keeping it Elegant, yet Bold):
Painter: Frank & Clinton of 'Bare Bones', Puyallup, WA
Plating / Polishing: Albert at ProFlections, Auburn, WA
Additional Information:
The ‘Sentinel’: Conceived & designed by Randy Thackston.
All additional frame modifications, sheet metal fabrication, all
parts ordered & received; all body work and paint were
completed at a grueling 24-7 pace in less than 2 months.
Important People that helped “Git-er-Done”:
Very special thanks to: Wally Johnson of Drag Specialties,
Patricia Rodriguez & Sebastian Bularz of Custom Chrome,
and Mark Coupens of Midwest Motorcycle Supply for getting
me the ‘stuff’ I needed, faster than fast; to Steve Fohey, Brad Hall
& Clinton for helping me out on those Really Late Nights;
to Frank & Clinton for pulling off the paint job in only 4 days;
and to Connie, my strength and one true love, for supporting
this project, putting up with those Really Late Nights and giving
me the strength to follow through.
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She's Sleek, Sexy, very Fast & for sale!
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Builder: Randy 'Proud American' Thackston
Owner: Currently For Sale in Harker Heights, Texas at Lone Star RV. Call Les and make a deal at: (254) 953-4360!
Location: On Tour
Country: USA
Website: www.thechopzone.com
Bike Specification:
Bike Name: Proud American ‘Black Betty'
Year / Model: 2005 / Proud American; Rigid Chopper
Engine Make / Size: Stroked XL, Edelbrock, 91 ci, 110hp, 125lbs. Tq.
Carburetion: S&S Super E, Adj Thunder Jet, Venturied front & back side
Transmission Size / Type: 4spd, Chain Final Drive
Primary: Barrnett Racing, 7 plate Race clutch
Foot Pegs & Controls
Foot Pegs: Pro One
Controls: Pro One
Wiring, Electronics, & Digitals:
Wiring: Randy Thackston, The Chop Zone; Thunder Heart
Electronics & Digitals: Wire Plus
Seat Pan & Upholstery:
Seat Pan: Randy Thackston, The Chop Zone
Custom Upholstery: Rocky Peters; Parkland Upholstery & Custom F/X, Parkland, WA
Frame / Suspension:
Rake: Overall 46°
Stretch: 6" out, 10" up
Front Suspension: American Suspension & Pro-One
Rear Suspension: Rigid
Wheels / Tires / Brakes:
Wheels: Front: American Wire, Fat Spoke 21 x 3.00
Wheels: Rear: Solid Disk, 200 x 15
Tires: Avon
Brakes: Front: Hawg Halter; Rear: H-D
Paint / Plating / Polishing (Keeping it Elegant, yet Bold):
Painter: Screwy Designs, Olympia, WA
Plating / Polishing: Albert at ProFlections, Auburn, WA
Additional Information:
Black Betty: Conceived & designed by Randy Thackston. All additional frame modifications, sheet metal fabrication, by Randy Thackston & The Chop Zone. Build time: 3 months.
Important People that helped “Git-er-Done”:
Very special thanks to: Wally Johnson of Drag Specialties, Patricia Rodriguez & Sebastian Bularz of Custom Chrome, and Mark Coupens of Midwest Motorcycle Supply for always being 'fantastic'. Thanks to Scotty at Screwy Designs; as usual, awesome paint job. Thanks once again to Rocky at Parkland upholstery!
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A sneek peek at the next project on the block. A killer stretched old school bike with a hand made, twisted springer front end, and a 93 inch Stroked Shovel motor. The tranny is a 5 speed kicker unit with an electric starter (best of both worlds). The frame is custom made with 6 inches of back bone stretch & 10 inches of extra down tube. Wow!! Believe it or not; the chassis is perfectly ballanced!
This bike will feature the best of old school style and new school tech. Stay tuned.
(I know the pictures suck. Its a sneek peek... They're supposed to be blurry)
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2005 World Championship of Custom Bike Building, Build-off Bike.
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Randy has shared his passion for what he does by spending countless hours consulting with those that have proven their desire to get into this industry the right way, the first time! He has shared his knowledge so that others can get off the ground legitimately, and avoid the problems that are generally the downfall to most shops attempting to 'wing it'. Infamous Outlaw Customs had a very successful collaboration with Randy and got things going right the first time. They brought a great design to the table, along with the most important items: True desire, and a wad of cash!! With all their questions answered, and assistance with build sheet usage, part procurement and initial fabrication, these guys pulled off a fantastic show winner. Not only was a killer bike created; but a friendship was forged. As the saying goes: "Anything worth doing is worth doing well". A message To The Infamous Outlaws: "Job well done guys. Let's do it again".
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Bikes start at $18,500.00 with 2 year warranty:
*Base price includes:
Basic Rigid frame with Stroked 80" motor, Stock rake, stock stretch, up to 180 rear tire, choice of glide or Springer® front-end, choice of chopper style, peanut, or fat-bob style gas tank, 5 speed trans, basic 3" open belt primary, powder coated frame & 1 color painted sheet metal
Welcome to the Ultimate site for American crafted, two-wheeled works of functional art! Not only can you find the best aftermarket parts and accessories for your motorcycle; but you can also design your very own custom chopper, pro street, old school bobber, or basic bar hopper bike! No hidden prices; No BS!
The Chop Zone concept may be new; but Proud American Choppers is going into it's 16th year in the motorcycle world. The Chop Zone has merged with The Great American Chopper Company in order to bring the automotive world even better, more innovative products; as well as to additionally cater to the car & truck enthusiast.
There are new laws f
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Theme bike for the Four Seasons Hotel on the Nile River in Cairo, Egypt. As far as I know, I'm the only American (licensed manufacturer) Custom bike builder that has built a legitimate Theme Bike for anyone in a foreign country. I was skeptical at the beginning build stages, because sometimes you just aren't sure if your project is going to turn out cool, terrible, or even the way you originally planned. I was Very Happy with the way it turned out and it road & handled absolutely perfect. Check it out: "The Egyptian"! Thank you, and thanks to the guys that make this gallery possible!!!
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2005 World Championship of Bike Building Contender.
2005 National Bike Build-off award winner. One of a kind design conceived and built by Randy "Proud American" Thackston. Not a single sub-standard component will be found on this creation.
Exclusive design of The Great American Chopper Company!
The Cadillac Escalade of Custom bikes!
Federally certified motorcycle manufacturer.
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There is a Two-wheeled Corvette. It's right here!
This has been one of my favorite bikes, and is featured on a 20 minute documentary available on DVD.
By the way; that's a fully hand painted David Mann mural on my shop wall. Thank you to all who helped. I also made an attemp to make the front room floor look like 'Route 66'.
This is an outstanding web site. Thanks for making a great place for all of us to show our work!
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I couldn't resist a one-off build with a Sportster power plant. The motor 'was' a 1986, 1st year EVO, XL 4 speed. It's been re-born and stroked with an awesome Edelbrock setup. I was (and still am) very impressed. She's long, fast & so far, available!!
Black Betty is a long chopper configuration. Now I need another sporster or Beull doner for a pro-street creation...
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They say: "If you're feeling down, go to your Happy Place". Well, I guess this qualifies as my happy place; next to being with the woman I love. Of course; I have to put my personal touch on things...
One of the most beautiful places I've ever riden has to been in Arizona; a small portion on Route 66. I tried my best to bring that look to this old storage unit that I was allowed to use as a shop space. And; if you haven't noticed, I'm also a big David Mann fan. He's truly a 'Ghost Rider' now... Rest in piece Bro.
Actually, I'm just a Soldier that's had one hellofa hobby for the last 22 years. This 'shop' is in a glorified storage unit, since I've outgrown my garage. I've been trying to set myself up for life 'after military retirement' for the last 3 years... Anyway; I love bikes, cars & trucks; but bikes have been my passion. I'm hoping for some financial backing (soon) so I can start making a living at this instead of pouring everything I've got into it, with nothing left to take home.
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I reckon these shots would be befitting of the 'mug shots' page. That, or the cover of a dart board... (only kidding)!!
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Design your own Dream Bike now without any sales pressure, and know exactly what it will cost with our 'Build Your Bike' page at: www.thechopzone.com
Welcome to the Ultimate site for American crafted, two-wheeled works of functional art! Not only can you find the best aftermarket parts and accessories for your motorcycle; but you can also design your very own custom chopper, pro street, old school bobber, or basic bar hopper bike! No hidden prices; No BS!
The Chop Zone concept may be new; but Proud American Choppers is going into it's 16th year in the motorcycle world. The Chop Zone has merged with The Great American Chopper Company in order to bring the automotive world even better, more innovative products; as well as to additionally cater to the car & truck enthusiast.
There are new laws for custom built motorcycles; both for the people building them, and the people trying to license them! We will do our best to educate the bike riding public with the facts on custom built bikes; what it takes to properly title them, and what no longer works, using our experience as a federally certified, licensed manufacturer. We are a unique company that is here to specifically support the custom automotive enthusiast. We will be featuring many custom products as well as an extensive on-line, secure store that will be constantly updated on a monthly basis; so check back frequently. If you're looking for something in particular, but don't see it here; please ask us! We'll either get it, make it, or we'll find another place for you where you can get it. We're all about keeping a smile on your face, and keeping you rolling in style!
I've served this great Country for a long time. If it is meant to be; some invester or finacial backer will appreciate what they've seen & see fit to give me the kick start I need to build the real two-wheeled pieces of functional art in my head (along with another thing or two). But until then, I'll just keep slavin' & beggin'.
I'd like to offer some friendly advice to the guy in California that is offended by the fraise: "One Nation Under God" in the Pledge Of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America; My Country! You have offended me! And maybe you should stop spending the 'offensive' money as well. In case you may have missed it; it all says: "In God We Trust"! Maybe the poor terrorists who's rights, we Americans, have all violated will accept your demands...
But seriously; I hate polotics...
"In God We Trust"; "One Nation Under God"; and "God Bless America"!!!
...and watch out for Bikers!
http://www.thechopzone.com
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