Ep 3. Race Car 1
- TV-PG
- April 14, 2003
- 43 min
In American Chopper season 1 episode 3, titled "Race Car 1," the team at Orange County Choppers takes on something a little different from their usual motorcycle builds: a race car. The episode kicks off with Senior and Junior exploring a possible new project, but their ideas quickly lead to a disagreement over what direction to take the build in.
The crew decides to build a "chopper car," essentially a car that looks like a motorcycle, to serve as a promotional vehicle for a new line of merchandise. The car itself is a C5 Corvette chassis with a custom fabricated body on top, with a number of motorcycle-inspired features like a V-twin engine cover and a seat that looks like a motorcycle saddle.
As the build progresses, the OCC team runs into a number of challenges. For one, the chopper car is much bigger and heavier than their usual motorcycle builds, which means they need to reconfigure their workspace and tools to accommodate it. Additionally, the custom body requires a lot of welding and fabrication work, which takes time and careful planning to get just right.
Throughout the episode, tensions rise between Senior and Junior as they clash over design decisions and the overall direction of the build. However, they both ultimately agree on the importance of meeting their deadline and delivering a finished product that will satisfy their client.
As the build nears completion, the team struggles to get the chopper car's engine running smoothly. After a few false starts, they eventually diagnose the problem and get it up and running in time for a test drive. The finished product is a stunning mix of motorcycle and race car aesthetics, complete with sleek paint and a polished finish.
Overall, "Race Car 1" is a compelling episode that showcases the OCC team's ability to take on a unique challenge and deliver a finished product that meets their client's needs. Despite some tension between Senior and Junior, the team ultimately comes together to deliver a stunning custom build that highlights their creativity, skill, and dedication to their craft.
