In a Southern California shop in Pomona, California, Jimmy Shine takes on four new trainees. Who will best ahndle Hot Rod Hard School?
After one week at the school, one student leaves; the build team is still trying to figure out the tool box.
SO-CAL's next project is a drag-racing icon, the '57 Chevy Gasser, which gets the most meticulous treatment the team can muster.
The '57 Chevy Gasser is due for delivery to its new owner in two weeks.
The students demonstrate what they've learned on an '71 El Camino that is being overhauled and getting an engine setback, super-charger, big differential, racing seats and paint.
Jimmy and the rookie team work on a '71 El Camino for a client who wants it track-ready in two weeks. Also: drifting in a Ford Mustang GT.
Jimmy wants his students to rebuild his iconic '34 Ford pickup, but SO-CAL president Pete Chapouris thinks it's a bad idea to change a classic.
Jimmy continues work on his '34 Ford pickup, and the departure of a student shakes morale.
The four-month mark nears and Jimmy prepares to decide who gets the permanent job.