What was it like Working at Orange County Choppers?

[@princevultan6589]

Rick is the definition of class. He did his job, he did it well and he stayed away from the drama.

[@paleo704]

He kinda whined a lot

[@donk499]

Well said, Rick is a great guy

[@privateprivate1865]

​@paleo704 everyone does.. you gotta vent.. its tough to vent without getting caught up in drama and getting fired

[@maxfrere4871]

👍💯Rick's the 👌 👍

[@spectre3492]

Yeah but he’s boring

[@NWI_Steel]

Rick and Vinny both seemed like such genuinely good guys

[@edbigtruck]

The only two with real mechanical ability Jr was just a decorator The old man just like to yell.

[@AnthonyStunna]

@@edbigtruck and u just a simple hater. its aint smart.

[@edbigtruck]

@@AnthonyStunna hater think not Just speak the truth

[@PCgamerChannel]

@@edbigtruck Somewhat true XD

[@juanalmos1959]

In all fairness this show brought back memories

[@OSWCrosshair2002]

Rick was always so hard working and neutral. He just stayed out of the family issues, and did what he had to do to get the job done. Great skills. Paul Sr, and Paul, Jr were just passionate and under a lot of pressure. They both wanted same thing, to build good bikes. They just had a different way of getting there. I wish my best for the entire family and crew.

[@johnwilkes8234]

Rick is the man he always has sr back thanks for the memories it was the best show on tv wish nothing but the best to you guys 💪

[@timhick6]

Him and Vin both did

❤

[@fauxmetaljacket3268]

I wish Vin and Rick had KZbin channels.

[@mikeg3578]

​@@fauxmetaljacket3268Vin does. Not very active but lots of videos over time.

[@RecklessEnterainment]

Rick and Vinny were definitely the coolest guys on the show. Glad to see they’re still doing good.

[@tomtom6319]

Vinny was a fool

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

​@@tomtom6319🧌 Always one guy out there that is so jealous they aren't Vinny. Take a breath Friend, your opinion is allowed, I think your mad you ain't Vinny, he was one of the most skilled and level headed people on the show. People act differently under pressure, I'm sure when your mom doesn't bring down your Mac an cheese in time, and your Kool aid spills and your call of duty tournament glitches out, that's some pressure I'm sure your under, but think of how successful and famous Vinny is and Tomtom is in need of attention. 🧌

[@tomtom6319]

@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery there is always a moron out there that can't take a joke

[@eric62backstrom]

🔥🔥 🔥 ​@@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery

[@The77Game]

Rick was always so low key and no nonsense. And probably the truest biker of all. I have heard he rode bikes all the time and the weather didn't matter. Even in snow.

Hard core real deal

[@wildolan]

I rode my bike home a few years ago in the snow, a BMW gs1100. a massive storm hit Dublin and I needed to get her home before the snow was too heavy. did it once, never again, truly terrifying!!

[@SimplyHerb-h8k]

Always a chill employee Rick

[@Oh-That-Guy-Again]

I believe he drove everyday from Pennsylvania to Orange County...

[@SSokolatk0r]

@@Oh-That-Guy-Again Yes, true.

[@Hoppahoppa1]

Yes that is correct, he is gold. That kind of employee who deserve the highest pay check of the rest of the employees. And the employer secretly knows with one phone call Rick has a new job ;)

[@patrickm6000]

Rick is always willing to say hello to people up here in PA. It's cool to see what he builds. I got my bike at the dealer he works at. he's a good dude.

[@rpier8357]

The show was such a big part of so many people’s lives. From the builds to the cast.

[@timhick6]

I miss Rick he is a real gem...he drove hours everyday just to work at this shop...and a real craftsman as well

The man

[@michaelbristol6467]

Yeah that's right he drove like 3 to 4 hours a day to work I remember that. Didn't he live in like Pennsylvania or something? 😯

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

Most real men will travel to practice their craft

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

​@michaelbristol6467 Pennsylvania is right next door to NY

[@michaelbristol6467]

@@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery yeah I know I live in Massachusetts. Just saying long ride to work everyday. I wouldn't want to do it! 😉✌

[@joshuanewsome5298]

Man this takes me back. I've never rode a motorcycle in my life. I've never welded or fabricated anything in my life. But, I also never missed an episode of OCC!

[@ericmcelroy6970]

Miss those days. Was the best show on at the time. Before the internet. Good times. Much respect for Paul Sr.

[@johngodbout7341]

Great to see Rick!

[@billybatts4061]

Awesome to see you guys together reminiscing about old times!

[@fauxmetaljacket3268]

Makes me feel old too though...😂

[@damnedlock2956]

Rick seems like a good guy...the fact he had to deal with the family antics is amazing he was there as long as he was.

[@JokerInk-CustomBuilds]

even more crazy considering he lived like 4 hrs away and spent SO much time driving back and forth being away from his own family... Even back when the show was on I really wondered what made him want to do that.... He is a truly faithfull guy...

[@esousa486]

GREAT having Rick on the channel, Sr..... Glad he is doing well 🙂👌👍👍👍👍

[@theone2be33]

Ricki! Good to see you! I remember when I went to OCC and I was on the tour of the shop and you were working on a bike with Christian and you looked over and waved to me. I'll never forget that day. Ride on brother! 💪😎👍

[@prophetmargin7497]

Rick was definitely one of the cool guys!

[@JACOBSJohn818]

Rick was alway one of my faves. Always calm,level headed,and talented at what he did. Nice to see you guys hangin out and swapping stories.

[@rlp2806]

Great to see Paul Sr and Rick together!! Vinny next!!

[@roberttoler3403]

Rick was Always a Very Passionate & Skilled Chopper Builder❤

[@JarvisSpecial]

Rick and Vinny are legends in their own right, I loved watching those guys building bikes and dealing with the family stress in a neutral manner, I am not sure I could have done that… it is great to see Senior back and loving what he does best, you were all a big part of my youth and I loved every minute ❤️❤️

[@chiparooo]

Always liked Rick. What a talent he is too. Those were the days. Thanks for sharing!

[@kevinb729]

It would be amazing to see a reunion build with the OG team. Rick, junior, vinnie.

[@bucknaked9095]

I think Vonnie left under bad terms with Sr.

[@bradcollins3858]

Or maybe a buidoff!!

[@kevinb729]

@@bradcollins3858 sadly it will never happen

[@adamr9215]

@@kevinb729If Sr kicks the bucket it might. Him and all his crazy contract clauses are the reason it won’t happen if he is around.

[@jerryw2460]

I don’t think Vince would ever work with Sr again

[@davidbrennan5]

Rick was the voice of reason, when tensions were high he was the guy that brought everything back into focus. I thought when you guys had the smaller shop, you were all having a lot more fun. I like watching those early episodes.

[@DirtDobberRC]

Rick is the kinda guy that will go outa his way to avoid drama and I love that. Laid back mother trucker!

[@mar-45]

So true ,,,that's the best way to avoid drama ....wise man ♂️

[@ArthurZakaryan23]

Great to hear from Rick, always enjoyed watching bim work. Great fabricator, welder and engineer. Like many, the show was a family ritual for my family and ee never missed an episode. Glad that the family are all on good terms with one another.

[@billmadison2032]

Rick is my favorite fabricator from that era. Glad to see he's doing well

[@DazFab_Metalworks]

Good to see rick on the show, it was great watching him work.

[@Frank-cr2jh]

I watched your show all the time! I grew up with a true biker bike builder Dad! So I really related to your show always interested! Me and my Dad always wanted to get a shop going but we never had it financially to make it happen! I was polishing & helping my Dad with the bikes since I was like 7. I got a chopper we started to build together for me and it's still not done hopefully someday we will complete it! God bless you Paul Sr. & family! ❤

[@roytrenneman2200]

Man what nostalgia seeing these two together again.

[@kurtfoulke5130]

Great seeing Rick & Sr reminiscing about the good times.

[@paullussier9349]

Reminds me of better times in my life, TV & the world in general.

[@ski102426]

I never appreciated the talent guys like Rick had in making parts for bikes until now that I’m not a teenager anymore and can see they are true craftsmen taking a sheet of metal and forming something out of it. Incredible stuff, wish I could go back in time and pay more attention.

[@MrJalyles]

Good to see Paul Sr doing so well. He’s lived a hard life while he made life hard for his crew. But he did what he thought was right. And his sons weathered the storms w him. Having Rick on here is like icing on the cake. Rick was always levelheaded and productive as an employee. Keep rocking Orange County Choppers!! I miss the show from years past.

[@Thejeff1969]

It’s awesome seeing Rick with Paul Sr. Always down to earth dude. Great worker team player. Always avoiding the drama and getting shit done. Would be cool to see Rick and Senior build a bike together. Just the two of them.

[@passion4cars283]

Hey Paul..here's a suggestion. How about asking Rick what he's up to these days? Or what his life consisted of after OCC ended. Fans would love to know. I don't think I'm the only one that would find that content a bit more interesting than just taking a ride down memory lane.

[@ethanedwards7557]

Makes knives.

[@worlddemize]

he can't he's a professional narcissist

[@PC-xv5uz]

Sr only talks about himself..... dah

[@HelenCrane-jl1nv]

Whole family are self-absorbed (apart from Mikey who didn't have the brainpower to be self-absorbed..)

[@billb6646]

Rick works at Pocono Harley Davidson as a mechanic and customizer. He does mention meeting folks that were fans of the show at work.

[@OlSgtLove]

Well cool and nice to see Rick in the shop . He was always focus, hard working ,excellent welder ,mechanic...and stay out of the drama. Great to see them together talking . Sure miss OCC and those days ....God Bless Yall .

[@gemc6116]

Rick was a great employee and friend to both sr & jr.

[@officialwildcardadventures]

I wound up at Pocono Mountain HD by accident. There's another dealership about an hour from there and I needed chain oil for the Pan America but they didnt have any. I wound up getting it at PMHD. As I was leaving the oil pressure light came on so they booked me in right there (I was travelling from Belize back to Canada) and told me that Rick worked there and let me see the old 1913? Indian (can't remember which model it was now but it was a v-twin and definitely not the 4). I miss your guys show. Very cool behind the scenes stuff coming from your OCC Roadhouse too Sr. This video was awesome to see. The Reindeer bike is awesome. I went to TV Studio Production in college after retiring from military service in part because of you guys. A lot of the guys in my local fire department went to help at 911 who inspired me to volunteer as a fire fighter. There's an old aerial truck in NY somewhere that steers from the tail section also that came from my hometown Windsor, NS.

[@gregwilhite]

All the respect in the world for you Guy's. Nice to see Paul and Rick.

[@jeffmarino7890]

Making memories back then will always be there with you and the team you had back then good times for sure.

[@lilspnce49]

I was in my early 20s when the show came out. My how time flies. So cool to see Rick again and trading stories with Sr

[@mar-45]

Nothing last forever ♾️

[@thewickednetwork7667]

I was 21 going on 42 now 😮

[@Phil_Melone]

Me too

[@Phil_Melone]

​@@thewickednetwork7667I just turned 40 I can't believe it

[@davehoover6699]

Seeing you guys together again, makes me want to go back an re-watch all the episodes.

[@ronlips6452]

Rick was always a loyal worker the kind you want to hire if you started a business

[@kevinsmith8328]

Rick was my favorite in the show for many reasons. Good to see him again.

[@jimperry4420]

My late father and I used to watch your show together. We worked together all day every day at his tire shop. We were just like you and Jr. My Dad always said at least he wasn’t as bad as you. I laughed and told him he was worse than you. Because he was. lol. Great memories and I’m glad you are doing well. Keep lifting.

[@michaelsullivan1262]

Rick always seemed like a great down to earth, chill dude. I got one of his twisted metal forged bottle openers sometime ago. And he makes insanely beautiful knives! ✌🏼

[@vfifty9182]

Rick stands for pure passion for motorcycles, hard work and manufacturing. Great guy with great spirit.

[@LatinLonghorn80]

He’s a true professional. He kept his head down and continued to grind irrespective of the chaos. Seems like a good guy! 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽

[@Joh117John]

Cool to see Rick + Senior hanging out

[@RavenousBitchProductions]

So nice to see Rick and go down memory lane with you two for a bit. It's so easy for folks to jump on the bandwagon of bashing people, but the reality is they themselves couldn't accomplish what they crew of OCC could do in conceptualizing such complex creations let alone bringing those concepts into reality......right in front of the entire world to witness and judge no less. My hats off to you Paul Sr., Rick, Vinny, Jason, Paul Jr. Mikey, and everyone else involved in OCC all the way back

[@dennisconnolly1]

I was a die hard fan from beginning to end .. Rick and Vinny were genuine employees!

[@JasonTrenner]

The haters only bring back people like me who grew up watching and enjoyed it!! God Bless🔥🔥🔥

[@andrewborrell6373]

This is great, I watched all the episodes, be great if you can slam a door. happy days, the cnc water cutter miller was like magic. I remember Rick for his welding.

[@theone2be33]

"Get Back To WORK!" 😂

[@wingerfan1]

Rick was the glue that held the builds together. A world-class fabricator. For a while he also made Knives as well.

[@timhick6]

It was cool that he was a sheet metal guy and just did bikes as a hobby. Alot of talent

👍👍

[@michaelbaerg5582]

I bought a Harley in 07’ because I loved watching the show and thought a Harley can stay with me for a lifetime. It was a bad ass feeling to think my bike was the template for such cool rides. Still have the 07 in the shed. Thanks for the greatest influence Sr. & Crew!

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

I really liked the show, especially the earlier years. I also happened to live near Lincoln Avenue on L.I. when I was a kid, so that added to the show for me. Now I'm a mechanic and also fabricator doing old vehicles. Keep after it!

[@NewVisionGarage]

OCC was the best show on TV back then. I didn't miss and episode.. Well, on deployment I did, but when I got back would catch up. The show inspired me to attend motorcycle repair school after 20 years serving.. Thanks for all the great memories! Subscribed!

[@user-lj1hi4xh6o]

My son and I often talk about you , how much fun we had watching you gentlemen, we couldn’t wait till the next episode ,very fun memories.

[@steveelliott7693]

Very talented and very highly skilled fabricator. Sr. great to see you keep a friendship with Mr. Rick, true class sir! Keep up the great work sir!

[@meisterton_]

Riiiiick! looking good - same as Senior! We had real good times with you guys. Nice to see you together. Forget all the bad things in the past. Life's short enough. Love you guys!

[@marcowerner8739]

I remember watching this show. I am 42 now but this is the perfect example of people who shout and scream will lose their respect amongst their employees very quickly. RICK AND VINNY [I believe this was his name] where the ones I had the most respect for and that were the most respected characters of them all. They didn’t sell the show but these guys were the true heroes in my opinion.

[@hvymax]

Statue of Liberty bike amazed me. I'm a Sheetmetal Journeyman who has done historic copper restorations.

[@commodorecrazyjohns7503]

Greetings from New Zealand. I just found this channel tonight. Didn't know it was here!.Was a big follower of American Chopper back in the day so happy to find this Senior! First one I watched was the Geico critic..pfft yup carry on. Real happy to now be subscribed and see Rick! One of my top faves from the show. Another master craftsman who I have followed since he left on Facebook. Looking forward to more uploads! OCC OCC OCC!!

[@vinnygallino5217]

Man long time you guys were the og's with everything unbelievable always looked forward to your shows and still watch reruns love you guys thanks against for the entertainment

[@georgeshriner5826]

Great to see & hear from Rick! An all-time genuine good dude!!

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

I always did like the OCC show. Rick is a cool guy! Thanks Paul Sr. for sharing.

[@v6sonoma]

So many amazing memories of the shows. I was lucky enough to be on a work trip and got to visit the shop a few times and ran into Sr. after having lunch at an Outback Steakhouse and came across him in the parking lot. I did a rewatch of all the episodes a while ago and it brought back a lot of great memories and laughs I had with friends while watching. I’m happy they all seem to be doing well.

[@rwarren4757]

Loved watching the show, and the spats between Sr. and Jr. Reminded of my father and myself, and thought hay were not as bad as them. Junior always had the vision, Vinnie, Rick could always make his design work and look awesome. Sr. was just the ballbuster to make sure it was done on time.

[@ajmartineau8221]

Always liked rick. He tried to keep the peace and get along with everybody. Seems like a really good guy. There's been crap on TV for 20 years now. I think it's time to bring back the show if possible. Great seeing you guys. God bless you all.

[@simonpetrus1981]

So good to see Rick Petco again😍😍😍👍🏻. I always wanted to know what he looked like without his goatee and now he is unrecognizable😮. Good to see that there was never any”bad blood” between Paul Sr. and Rick🙏🏻😇✅👍🏻.

[@DaydreamAboutNiceThings]

A lot of drama on the show but it was nearly identical to the life I lived and still live with my dad today. Yall kept it real. Hope you all get along now. Love watching all of yall do your own thing. Glad to have you back SR.

[@hemiroar3993]

Rick! Wow great to see him! Such a treat to see you two sitting there chatting.....what a great tank builder. Great blast from the past Paul. Absolutely loving the channel I started rewatching American Chopper again what a show! Thank you.

[@Williamstanway]

I always thaught the Tuttls argued alot, and as i grew up i realised those arguements where passions and emotions that needed focusing , because really there was a father and son who would die for each other, but couldnt communicate under the cicumstances . I.loved amercian chopper, it was an iconic show

[@rogerdodger9712]

Rick and Vinn made the show for me then later on after getting to chat with them, some of the best dudes I’ve ever met. I feel they brought the best out of Sr. and Jr. as far as being human goes.

[@Michael-wk4ps]

Great! Loved the show, and love the after show stories and behind the scene in site. Thanks for everything!

[@Brad772006]

Great to see Rick. A few years ago I got to talk to Vin and I told him how much I enjoyed watching him and Rick on the show.

[@mr4teth]

Rick always seemed like such a class act and extremely talented!

[@keithbordelon5378]

So glad to see Paul and Rick back on tv.. This was part of my growing up. I've watched every episode of AC at least 20 times. Bucket list is to meet Paul sr

[@highoctaneadventure]

It is so good seeing you guys. Can’t wait to see what comes up on the channel.

[@gamingdoppelganger1414]

Man great video. this was awesome to see Rick from the show back again. Man do I wish the show was still going on with everyone still working together I miss those days.. thank god for KZbin because now you can make your own videos

[@martinharris5017]

Rick was always my favorite character on the show. Even=tempered, great work ethic and creative but practical.

[@LorraineHinchliffe-vg5cb]

Oh man, I have great memories of watching American Chopper. Great viewing.❤

[@supersize661]

I’m here cause the beard dude was cool enough to mention you have a channel.

[@skeeterbuildsit6016]

Oh man! What a trip seeing Rick again! So good best wishes to him and his family! He was always the rock foundation of the builds

[@JerkMidik]

I was a young boy in the OCC days . My dad died in 05 one of the last things he bought me was a white OCC shirt with the black cross. My mom bought me the mikey bike shirt from walmart as soon as it was for sale.we all loved that show and i had more occ merch than any cartoon at the time 😂 glad to see you 2 back together . Rick is by far one of the best fabricators alive . Thanks for the momories paul

[@JoesAutoElectric]

I personally always looked at every bike built on the show as a piece of art, so the thought of each of them being practical to ride never crossed my mind. The amount of imagination needed to come up with these bikes was amazing, but then you had to be able to make it come to fruition, which is an entirely different set of skills. I was happy to see it become so popular because of the fact that you are true blue collar guys. Being from the shit state of NJ, I had always hoped to be able to meet you folks. Unfortunately it didn't happen. God bless you guys. Thank you for providing some amazing memories.

[@TingTingalingy]

Rick!! He is the kind of guy I wish i could have as a neighbor. Handy as can be, polite and who you'd invite over for a BBQ.

[@kirbylapierre4231]

Rick just kept to himself with his work,same with Vinny they seem like good chaps,very skilled at their craft! Stayed out of the drama! Nice to see the both of them are doin good for themselves.

[@jameskeen1630]

Good to see Sr and Rick reminiscing. Occ was a great show.

[@that_bobber_guy]

Good to see Rick. I grew up watching the show. It was a big reason why I always wanted a bike. I met Sr. at the Oscar Mike ride in Chicago in 2023. It was great to meet a childhood hero.

[@emstorm1725]

Great to see Rick with Paul Sr. I'm glad both seem to be doing so well.

[@EileenHeitman]

As a motorhead , I always liked the show except for some of the argument. First show was 20 years ago? Jeez….im getting old (74) Good to see these guys doing well. Seniors work ethic always epic. True success and autonomy is not easy. Self employment is not for the weak. Ive been a builder/ contractor for 44 years but it’s a constant challenge. Dave in Omaha

[@lookingbehind6335]

I think everyone we watched at OCC were exceptional tradesmen. It would be great to see everyone get back together for a build.

[@brendanreynolds4457]

Just brilliant to see all of this , it just brings me back to watching the show - boy I do miss it at 61 years of age

[@rcjg24]

Man I'm so glad I stumbled across this. Its great hearing from these guys again. Its also super nice that its chill and happy instead of all the drama. Haha.

[@Jay89318]

He always seemed to be a gentleman and stayed impartial throughout and had loads of talent

[@Mike-cq2xo]

Paul Jr was 100% right. Sr will destroy this company! Jr was the creativity and soul of OCC

[@geovannagavilanes]

Sr also created the company. He was a pioneer, and his personality did the show, Jr was very creative, and their were very competitive against each other. It was a great show.

[@HeelsUpHarrisNachoPrez]

Welding non functioning crap to a frame is hardly creativity. Paul Jr was a cheese ball. Calling Jr a cake decorator is an insult to cake decorators.

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Great video. So good to see Rick again. He is so cool in many ways. When it was all going off in the workshop Rick would just keep his head down and carry on working. He didn't try to heighten his profile on tv by getting involved. Hope he is doing well now.

[@4forty6six]

👍 Rick's a legend. I used to love watching this show they were the good old days.