The Real Reason Austin Speed Shop Ended

[@jackdanger918]

I bought the dvd’s of this show at walmart. Viewers didn’t like it because it actually taught them something in a drama free no BS manner. Short attention span theater is the flavor of the day.

[@Ka_Gg]

I'd love to watch a show where it actually teaches. That isn't good for TV, but would do well in the modern Era where some ppl will either pay or almost donate to watch the content. He could put it on KZbin or his own site.

[@strattuner]

you got it,everybody wants what you got,but they don't want to sweat for it,they want to buy it or steal it,including ideas,nobody likes the self made man or his millions,jealousy------------JAMES IS A GENIUS,FACT

[@trainwreck170]

I found them in a gas station in Louisiana. I loved them. Rear fender. Headers. And bomber seats if I remember correctly. Lost mine in a house fire I need to get on the eBay hunt

[@jrockett666]

Could not have said it better. I literally learned how to make fenders from flat sheets from this.

[@pranc236]

Ive seen parts of it. Yeah cool calm and planned movements. The blacksmith series he did was badass. He makes artistic 1911’s still. Bring ur wallet though. Props to him for being a real craftsmen and not giving a F! 😎

[@lesbratton]

He is a master fabricator, welder, and blacksmith. He traveled to Israel to study under a master blacksmith to learn the ancient art of forging Damascus, he never stops perfecting his craft.

[@vart7767]

he is not a master blacksmith

[@pranc236]

@@vart7767 he did that over 10 years ago. We dont know how much time he put in. He could be a master by now. He makes firearms today. 1911 pistols with crazy inlays and engraving. Really high dollar and mostly for looks from what i have seen.

[@lesbratton]

@@vart7767 Like you would know.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

@@pranc236 Not just for looks .. He custom fits every piece on his 9-11's the function like the best high end custom Guns from what I heard Him explain ..

[@pranc236]

@@mikeskidmore6754 im sure u mean 1911’s. Every custom gun maker hand fits their firearms. Thats why they cost what they do. I dont doubt the man craftsmanship or skill. Most of his work is decorative and he uses the more classic styling. Im sure its a nice pistol but it doesnt shoot better than what a master gunsmith with 20+ yrs makes. Atlas, staccato, wilson combat, les bear, nighthawk and many more all make better shooting 1911 pistols than jessie james does. Also the chances of him buying the over sized kits from one of the companies above is high. He may only get parts kits and make his own frames but i highly doubt he mills/ forges all those parts himself.

[@nicksothep8472]

ASS is still open, and they still build bad ass old school rides. If I remember correctly, we're talking at least 15 years ago after all, he got involved with ASS after it already was an established shop, and the fact that he parted ways with them doesn't mean the shop closed. About the show, the only reason it failed is because it wasn't the scripted, drama driven, pack of B$ product that people like to consume so yeah, from a commercial standpoint it was a failure, but per se it was great, for real gearheads it was a really good show, but of course, compared with the number of "normal people" watching TV, it's a small niche that isn't profitable for big corporations. It's funny in a way, that some of the best content he ever produced failed because it was to "real", particularly when you consider that all he does is reality TV! 😅 I personally think that JJ is universally hated because he placed his entire life in front of a camera, making his narcissistic ass the center of attention rather than making his work speak for itself, as you can say whatever you want about him, but he's a phenomenal craftsman, his fire arms are some of the best you can find, as his skills and passion for the trade are really strong. He might be dick or it might be his TV persona, it's Hollywood after all, don't know, don't care, i respect him for his work. Oh and BTW, this video is terribllleeeeeee, fails to address so many points, and it's clearly aimed at drama junkies that don't care about actual reality.

[@ericargo9157]

Nailed it! Everything you said is spot on. I've been riding old Harleys for many years and when I'd putt down to the local pub all I heard was "Have you seen the latest OCC"? I'd just shake my head and walk away.

[@nicksothep8472]

@@ericargo9157 I know bro, that's yet another cross we have to carry because of stupid TV shows. I too was into cars before the whole dmax/discovery restoration/custom build shows (most of which producing crap if we really wanna be honest..), and for years no matter what car I was driving, the most common comment was if I built it by watching "insert show title here" 😂😂. But what's really bad is the fact that since the TV car show craze every MFer and his mom started to think that the rusty pos in their garage was worth its weight in gold, polluting the market transforming it into a trend. Up until 2010 you could buy a rolling project for what it was worth, then prices started to rise exponentially. In 2008 I bought a really rough, but running and driving, 1972 VW T2 pick up for 1500, now for that price you're lucky if it has a floor and a single cylinder firing! 😅 😅 I have a 2002 issue of Street Machine in front of me (UK magazine, I'm in Europe) and there is an high 11s '69 Firebird for sale at 8K, a pro street `55 Del Rey at 6K, an all original and running' 49 Hudson for 2K, snd what's best, custom domestics like V8 Anglias, Cortinas etc.. could also be had for around 2K, and trust me, these light 60s and 70s euro unibody cars are really light and are tons of fun with a V8 or other big engines. Of course most of these aren't perfect, but they're all perfectly safe to drive. Of course there's inflation to take into account, but 2002 isnt that far back, and these prices really make my heart cry.. as today for 2K you're lucky to get a decent set of wheels and tires.. Aah! The g.o.ds!😅🏴‍☠️

[@walkawayjoe]

Well said my brother

[@mikeskidmore6754]

Jessie made his first Millions selling T-shirts and Merchandise.. Now days he is a Licensed Gun Manufacturer too. He builds some very nice and very expensive 1911's Colt-45 John Browning designs..

[@Windemtight]

He built Trump a really cool 45 1911 with a lot of gold .

[@atrain882]

Speak the fucking truth my brother please people don’t understand the skill level this man has and what he’s capable of doing

[@user-eh7pl9gx6m]

You guys don’t do much research do you? There was more than 3 episodes, and they were televised. The episodes where he builds stuff may have only had the 3 episodes. But there was a whole other series about the guys in the shop building cars, one for Jesse, one for a movie, one for Paul Sr of OCC. Jesse was co owner in the shop with that chubby dude bill. Who he almost fired.

[@mikemayfield721]

You're not real bright are you boy.

[@tommyhasson8632]

He built a car for Paul teutul SR in the one episode at the Austin shop didn't he ?

[@PinBall3]

Yes He Did

[@Sir_Chuckles_Channel]

Agreed

[@ericargo9157]

That "chubby" dude is Bob Bleed and he's a very accomplished builder. Jeez, talk about research?

[@stevechartrand4362]

I loved these shows! Picked up some skills just by watching it, that's the whole premise. If ANYONE liked watching this old house or new yankee workshop, (i love norm) watching a master at any craft is satisfying, intriguing and educational.

[@cuzcraven6847]

This was a great show, wished it was still going!!

[@stevesparks2001]

You use 1000 words to state simple info, and repeat yourself constantly

[@toboldygo5823]

That’s because there’s a lot of people out there with extremely thick heads and if you don’t repeat yourself constantly and use thousands of words they just don’t get it EVER 😳😂😂😎👍🏻✨😌

[@josephtenney8426]

I miss him and his shows very much. A while back they had an off-road expo in Long Beach. Well on our travel down, early in the morning. We decide to check out West Coast Customs. Upon arriving, the shop was still closed. As we were parking, we tried to peak through the gate or any window. After giving up and getting ready to take off, I can barely start hearing in the distance a loud rumbling noise, And sure as shit, a group of biker’s came rolling in hot! And two figures had taken off their helmets. Reviling themselves as Jesse James and Sandra Bullock. And naturally we got to talk to them for a min and get a pic. They were both very nice and sweet. They even gave us a quick tour of the shop and some of the bikes he built over the years. Very cool guy to be around and Sandra was very sweet and down to earth. An amazing experience that I’ll never forget.

[@SOLDOZER]

What is West Coast Customs?

[@rap31264]

I saw those shows. I loved them because it was about fabrication and there was no yelling, slamming doors, lazy sons, scripted skits...I guess that's what people what to see....

[@lionelhernandez34]

I've followed along through most of his shows and appearances. Hands down Jesse is a true craftsman, the skill it take to shape metal the way he does isn't something just anyone can do. It takes a lot of commitment to your craft to gain that knowledge.

[@corail53]

Literally anyone can learn it.

[@josephandrews2353]

Wow, I liked the clips I saw so much I was looking for full episodes.

[@fearsomename4517]

I forgot all about Jesse, I'm glad I did.

[@generalmotors2998]

He is kinda a huge ass, totally agree

[@tinyskustoms]

Admittedly an unpopular opinion, I'm sure. But for me, after the original Doc "motorcycle mania" we never had anything that was as worthwhile from him. That doc was so real, you could taste it.

[@curtisharrison4837]

A lot of builders don't get the, rider friendly part. Their is a math, to rake. I don't think he done one novelty bike. I'm sure he's in Texas, building guns, teaching the kids how to bikes and rods. Pretty much what he wants to.

[@joremunderfoemangler]

Thats why I always preferred his builds...theyre functional. I do have his autograph from when my dad met him like 00/01 during little sturgis in Kentucky and my dad said he was a pretty chill dude.

[@rogerthat10-47]

I've seen these so they must have been shown somewhere.

[@jamesgeorge4874]

Jesse thought he was going to get real talent to come and work for him doing things are truly a lost art, carb tuning, points style ignition, 50's style hot rod building, for $15 dollars an hour. Serious people that have the chops for that, are charging $100 an hour at their own shops, not working for him, for a pittance.

[@JAC13]

I don't think he is worried about a failed show he learns and moves on, his work with Jesse James firearms is top notch. As one of the top fabricators he is always in demand.

[@aurozappa305]

Just another gimmick

[@anthonymestichelli9979]

Austin Speed Shop is open to this day. Jesse James is no longer involved.

[@Ka_Gg]

He didn't call his wife to get money on the apprentice. Let's not hold that against him. It's a gimmicky show. In terms of building he was/is very talented. Most people could learn from him. He was do douchey though. Not sure if it was just his TV personality or what. I used to watch all those motorcycle shows as a kid and remember him and Indian Larry from that time.

[@MechInvent]

5:39 ... Slayer, a "trash metal band". I think you mean thrash. How dare you insult slayer

[@WiIdbiII]

Well , you have to fail in order to succeed. He obviously succeeded a long time ago and had not decided that he'll just coast off of that , and keeps trying new things. I'm not particularly a fan of car related things , but I do find stories of entrepreneurs interesting.

[@michaeljames1930]

Then you should know that he rides on the shoulders of guys like me and uses our information as his own

[@kevinmartin7354]

His firearms are phenomenal.

[@Twofrogsonecup]

Is the shop still open? Recently moved to Austin would love to go see it

[@jerrybetts3602]

Jessie is the fucking man in whatever he puts his heart into he is proud and really hard headed he won't compromise his values to make a buck he does it right and always gives you quality craftsmanship. Love that man everytime I go by west coast in long Beach it makes me a little sad. As long as he's happy

[@campervanbug7658]

The actual shop is still open

[@nixhex32]

You can find it on KZbin...... great reporting.

[@Jaysneax]

I don't ever want to hear that slayer is a "trash metal band" again

[@preformancemustang]

Jesse is a true craftsman.

[@aphysique]

Absolutely, U should check out Billy Lane

[@donrodgers283]

This was on Discovery channel and there was more than 3 shows. He build a car for Paul Teutul Sr. owner of OCC, he sold the 18 wheeler from the motorcycle shop on this show. Get the story correct. Unbelievable.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Would like to get out to that shop and visit/see it some day! 👍

[@moparnut6286]

Nice to see throttle power here!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@moparnut6286 🙂

[@mandojoe8031]

I whole heartedly disagree that the show was a failure. I and many others wanted more of the show but it never came. I assumed correctly that he is a busy Man and this was not a priority. That show could re-boot and be huge. Lots of great content!

[@gregbenwell6173]

Personally I don't care for all the stupid Drama, Drama, Drama, most of these shows had, like American Chopper, and American Hot Rod, with Boyd Coddington!! Let's be honest here, most of us "real men" tuned in to see the cars and bikes these guys were building, and could care less about the "Dramatic Effect" that Discovery Channel, rammed down our throats on a weekly basis!! Furthermore most real men, would just quit our jobs given the disrespect, these shows often went over the top to portray, and trust me I have walk out on enough companies in my life when the pressure and low pay, made it impossible to work there any longer!! Besides what most people call "Stubborn" is actually a display of "principals", and that is something that is lacking in a lot of people these days!! And when you see somebody who is willing to "stick to his guns" and not get taken in by all the crap, they, the people who are "stubborn" are now called "TOXIC", like that is a bad thing!! And you wouldn't call Thomas Edison a loser to his face and shame and humiliate him if he had a TV show, showing ALL the failures he had inventing a light bulb. So why is it OK to shame and humiliate Jesse James for a failed show that he is actually "passionate about", because it lacked the "drama"!! Lastly there is plenty of pitfalls, red tape, BS and crap in daily life to begin with for most people without adding more Drama to it!! And if I were to be honest, the reason I watch KZbin videos NOW is because I like to watch, and be inspired, by talented people who create things out of absolutely nothing, but demonstrate their knowledge, know-how and willingness to teach!! And I have a huge list of content providers on KZbin I would rather watch, then ANYTHING produced by some TV company these days!! And they can keep the drama, I just want to see what people are building!!

[@denncoa]

I watched it on Amazon last year. So it was streaming at one point. It was a great show

[@drillbittreed10]

Austin Speed Shop was in business before Jesse James even moved to Texas. He didn't start it. Now he makes over priced guns and knives and key chains.

[@esfwr17]

I may have missed it, but there wasnt much reference to Jesse James Firearms....he now makes some killer custom guns.

[@awad7391]

not asking his wife for money seems more a noble thing than being stubborn. I think thats a good thing..

[@mwhitelaw8569]

The shop still exists Not sure of his involvement anymore They build some tight old school hot rods

[@ksmith3510]

Man I thought that show was pretty good. When they built Paul sr a nice ride.

[@KVdaKrook44]

Austin Speed Shop is still open and those dudes are cool as fuck And show love.

[@tmac20031]

I feel like maybe he tried a couple episodes, shopped it around to networks, and nobody picked it up.

[@pinnaclemotoring8393]

This video gave me mild autism. Thanks for that.

[@jamesrivers878]

I've seen this show on tv just don't remember what channel

[@MadScientistGarage]

Met Jessie at Shot Show years ago. He was pretty standoffish and rude to fans. I don't miss seeing him on TV anymore after seeing what he's like in person.

[@kevincooley5201]

Why don't you put a little bit more commercials in there

[@therealjasonseidel]

To insinuate that production quality had anything to do with this show being less than popular is off base. Lack of marketing was to blame for the lackluster level of interest in this product.

[@dannyjames8881]

One thing you wont see in his shop is Sandra Bullock

[@jr-ee9jk]

Same here. I bought the DVD's at Wally Mart years ago. I liked it. Nobody but a motor head would be interested in fabricating old customs ...

[@smokeybeardco]

It’s played every week on the Choppertown channel on ROKU tv. Always on, wish there were more episodes.

[@westcoast3595]

You start with wrong information. I instantly stopped this crap.

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Sadly from 2030 on all combustion cars including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing petrol stations to only one state operated central gas station per city. From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any more....:-((

[@darrenrad9141]

I love all 3 episodes I wish there was more

[@briangodby8405]

He built Paul Sr a 32 three or 5 window coupe so it was more then three episodes

[@hdoglesby]

Jesse James is a craftsman's craftsman. Laypeople wouldn't enjoy or understand the videos.

[@johnishii3110]

He hugs a mean toilet, seen him in Laughlin First was Frisco Choppers, then Dago Choppers, both shops ran German insignias he copied them. You might think he was born with all he knows, but he never mentions his mentor, that would be mondo. Gotta say, he has thru time become a respected craftsman L&R

[@brianluck84]

Austin speed shop episodes were available on KZbin

[@182QKFTW]

That Boeing B-17 Nine-O-Nine crashed after they knew they had ignition issues and departed anyway. Complacency, Maintenance, Lack of CRM, and Pilot Error were contributors. Blue Skies

[@dago4skin]

Its on discovery+! So Getty up son! 5 episodes.

[@paulcoulter7181]

He’s a true master of his trade. I would love to meet an learn from him. God only knows what’s in his head.

[@davidfreet581]

Because the owner is a bum.

[@TaskForceFitnesss]

Bummer looks like it would’ve been a good show to learn from a master like James.

[@rango4593]

Bought couple of his blacksmith knives from Goodwill year back just goes to show 💁🏼‍♂️

[@steveaguinaga3821]

Lets count bow many times this guy says Jesse James business ventures were failures... He's an entrepreneur. He seems pretty dern successful to me

[@ronaldsteveson76]

No doubt he's talented and seems to have a work ethic that's second to none!

[@Retro-2-now]

Slayer is a Thrash Metal Band, NOT a Trash Metal Band 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@terrywbreedlove]

Jesse's true calling are those gorgeous guns.

[@adamlovell23]

You can stream it on Amazon

[@Gonzobbq]

I seen all episodes on discovery channel years ago. It did air.

[@csenior10]

Never in tv? Wtf you talking about? That’s exactly where I watched it

[@lairenlakpammotilalsingh5199]

James is stubborn , I agree ....

[@dkerr4077]

I'll bet a dollar against a donut it was his decision alone. He's a smart, multi talented individual that won't be pushed or cajoled into a place he doesn't want to be.

[@billkerr1704]

Failure not even close if you look at what he has done with him self and look at many others he is a master at what he is and dose

[@GeorgiaRidgerunner]

Austin speed shop did in fact air on spike tv

[@michaelbeaumier6153]

I thought that this show was fantastic. I wanted to visit the shop when I visited my mom who lives in Pflugerville….a small town right outside of Austin.

[@gabhm4bbw]

JJ is a creep.....

[@carlmorgan2227]

He owns Austin speed shop

[@thomaskirkpatrick4031]

I saw all 3 episodes, it's not for everyone. This was more of a how to show, not just mindless primetime crap.

[@No-bu3hg]

Actually Mr James owned the shop and it was in Mav tv

[@ddjsta]

Sounded more like you were beatin him down for a few failures . Pay up sucker productions wouldn't be strange to you if it was tattooed on your hands .

[@diesel33333ful]

Pretty sure I've seen this series on TV ! They made that car for Paul Tuttle sr and they bought that funky looking purple trike bike with a cab on it

[@costakleoni4033]

I’ve seen it on tv too this video is bs

[@rogercrone3628]

Keep doing what you're doing bro you're doing a fine job f*** them they can't take a joke you know what I mean God bless you and have a great one

[@joefin5900]

JJ, always wear a helmet.

[@onementality9781]

Money is a false wall of security. The only way it makes us who we are is when we serve our money instead of God. Blessed is having a relationship with God so don't think someone is blessed by how much money they have, that's what the god of the world does with our mindset, the love for money is the root of all evil. Praise God for loving us first and for giving us the only direction to His solid foundation Amen 🙏🙌❤

[@brentmiller3951]

Your gods book says rape is a property crime against the father or husband. It also says it is ok to beat your slaves.Your religion promotes hate and bigotry .That is why no one cares for your god

[@brentmiller3951]

Your god says love me or I will eternally make you suffer .that is not live that is trying to force you to be A servant .My life has been way better without Christianity

[@kylerose2952]

Umm check Tubi... Austin Speed shop should still be on there

[@kenmanzo8471]

This video is false! They say only 3 episodes! I call bullshit there was a build on there for Paul senior they built a white roadster can’t believe all these fake people trying to get hits for there channels

[@darkchuck4256]

I have seen it and it was in my opinion best of his creattion.

[@TheThirdWheel618]

I met him at his shop In long Beach before any TV show didn't know who he was I was at a truck supply down the street and wanted a custom grille made they suggested I go see him . I'm like ok went there custom crap all over he comes out what do you need I'm like I wanted to have a grill made for my truck he told me I can't do it since your size is bigger than my machine can handle why don't you go to the guy in Bakersfield who made my sign and took me out front I look up big ol iron cross said West Coast Choppers on it , I said my good bye a year later found out who he was took a ride with my bro in law to the shop all roped off discovery channel merch all over he's no were to be seen crazy change .

[@jeyweb4236]

Wait...I've actually seen this show on TV though! 🧐

[@franker1111]

Absolutely amazing what he builds, I absolutely love my bike he is truly a one of a kind builder

[@michaeljames1930]

Junk

[@eddiechochran6741]

He sounds like Garth from Wayne's World😅

[@mikedupnock455]

Was and all ways will be a fan.

[@VloggingCountry]

you do know it still open M to F 9am -4pm there hours

[@VloggingCountry]

@Heather D i just seen hours 9 to 4 thanks for the update hours 10 to 3

[@josephreeves9896]

Hey Jesse, the word is "height", not "heighth". FYI.

[@mistermwwilson]

In my reality, this was televised.

[@larrymartinez667]

Its on Apple tv, Amazon prime, and the roku channel. Also slayer is a thrash metal band not trash metal....

[@mikemccardle5153]

Do what you love and the money will come. He built his fortune with his hands and is a humble man if you ask him what he is his answer is a welder he seems to be the same guy he was before he became famous I have nothing but love for his work and respect for the man

[@brianpulley8652]

You need to do better research because the episodes were televised.

[@asylumville8544]

Hmm, I actually enjoyed the show. Mind you I'm a nerd when it comes to all things fabrication. Not surprised this channel hot take on "what went wrong" is grasping at straws.

[@ratherbeflying101]

Nobody can touch this guy

[@ethanedwards7557]

He always sounds like a valley girl, “we like specialize in like old world craftsmanship and stuff.”