American Chopper canceled

markem · 02-10-2010, 12:27 PM

http://thekneeslider.com/archives/20...show-canceled/

I've only seen a couple of episodes of this show and was never impressed with the "made for TV drama". I did think that they had some solid skills as builder though. News of the cancellation came through on my motorcycle mail list today.

Used to be a huge fan of Jesse James, but drifted away about the time he went Hollywood.

chippewastud79 · 02-10-2010, 12:31 PM

Seems like that family has developed more problems because of the show than money from the show. Kind of tragic to watch the relationship between Sr. and Jr. and Mikey fall apart on TV.

elderboy02 · 02-10-2010, 12:31 PM

That show got horrible a year ago when Jr. left.

replicant_argent · 02-10-2010, 12:33 PM

Too much drama for me. Dad is wired wrong with rage issues, the boys are all showing signs of taking after Daddy's dysfunction. Making neat stuff = Great time. Acting like a spoiled 12 year old boy throwing a man sized tantrum for 35 of 50 minutes? No thanks.

Mr.Erskine · 02-10-2010, 12:47 PM

Never liked the show....

nayslayer · 02-10-2010, 12:53 PM

I actully live in the area, this has going on for a while. He seems like a decent guy in person, i just hope the huge showcase they just a built a year or so go send them all down the crapper. I know they were planning on a resturaunt there too, not sure how that will work out now

Sr Mike · 02-10-2010, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by chippewastud79

Seems like that family has developed more problems because of the show than money from the show. Kind of tragic to watch the relationship between Sr. and Jr. and Mikey fall apart on TV.

Problems were there long before the show.

Daddy is suing Jr. for his shares of OCC and $1 million on top of it.

02-10-2010, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Sr Mike

Problems were there long before the show.

Daddy is suing Jr. for his shares of OCC and $1 million on top of it.

What is his basis for suing Jr.?

icehog3 · 02-10-2010, 01:24 PM

Hope they have a fire sale on their bikes.

markem · 02-10-2010, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ChicagoWhiteSox

What is his basis for suing Jr.?

http://www.nowpublic.com/culture/ame...r-2544624.html

Here is the article. Many comments as well at the link.

The father/son team behind the hit TV series American Chopper may be heading to court. Paul Teutul, Sr. has filed a lawsuit against son Paul Teutul, Jr. over who has control of Orange County Choppers, the family company made famous by the long-running reality show. Paul Tuetul, Sr. claims his son misappropriated assets and took part in "competitive business activities" that damaged the company.

Through the Paul Teutel lawsuit, dad hopes to buy out his son's shares in Orange County Choppers. According to court documents, Paul Sr. sent a letter to his son saying that he was exercising his option to buy out his son's share in the company. According to Paul Sr., his son never complied.

Paul Teutul Sr. and Paul M. Teutul had a very public falling out, which was chronicled on American Chopper. In the Season 6 premiere, Paul Sr. and son had a contentious contract dispute, which led to Paul Jr.'s departure from the company. After a brief reconciliation, Paul Jr. left the OCC for good to explore other opportunities. In later episodes, Paul Jr. was seen working as a consultant at Orange County Choppers.

02-10-2010, 01:31 PM

I understand now, thanks Mark.

e-man67 · 02-10-2010, 01:39 PM

I had a chance to meet Sr and he seemed pretty cool...money gets the best of folks I guess. (look at Billy Lane of Choppers Inc, early on kinda humble and low key..then gets money and repeatedly acted like an ass and ends up killing someone drunk driving..he was THE most talented bike builder ever IMO) I did like the show early on..now it's just sad.

Bruins Fan · 02-10-2010, 02:26 PM

The show was ok up until Vinny left, he was doing all the work and had to deal with the two bozos

GreekGodX · 02-10-2010, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Hope they have a fire sale on their bikes.

That would be fantastic

Cigarcop · 02-10-2010, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bruins Fan

The show was ok up until Vinny left, he was doing all the work and had to deal with the two bozos

Can't agree more about Vinnie,..... and for the rest...who gives a crap

02-10-2010, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Bruins Fan

The show was ok up until Vinny left, he was doing all the work and had to deal with the two bozos

I agree, he seemed like a good guy.

newcigarz · 02-10-2010, 02:52 PM

good riddance. I don't think they are a Ducati dealership anymore either.

SDmate · 02-10-2010, 03:18 PM

Vinnie & Cody started there own shop called V-Force Customs
they will also have a tv show starting soon

marge796 · 02-10-2010, 03:40 PM

I was a fan at the beginning of the series but lost interest when JR & SR did nothing but scream at each other, all too familiar

Chris.....

landhoney · 02-10-2010, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

http://www.nowpublic.com/culture/ame...r-2544624.html

Here is the article. Many comments as well at the link.

The father/son team behind the hit TV series American Chopper may be heading to court. Paul Teutul, Sr. has filed a lawsuit against son Paul Teutul, Jr. over who has control of Orange County Choppers, the family company made famous by the long-running reality show. Paul Tuetul, Sr. claims his son misappropriated assets and took part in "competitive business activities" that damaged the company.

Through the Paul Teutel lawsuit, dad hopes to buy out his son's shares in Orange County Choppers. According to court documents, Paul Sr. sent a letter to his son saying that he was exercising his option to buy out his son's share in the company. According to Paul Sr., his son never complied.

Paul Teutul Sr. and Paul M. Teutul had a very public falling out, which was chronicled on American Chopper. In the Season 6 premiere, Paul Sr. and son had a contentious contract dispute, which led to Paul Jr.'s departure from the company. After a brief reconciliation, Paul Jr. left the OCC for good to explore other opportunities. In later episodes, Paul Jr. was seen working as a consultant at Orange County Choppers.

I had no idea about any of this, haven't seen the show in a while, obviously. Wow.

02-10-2010, 12:27 PM	#1
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,625 Trading: (47)	American Chopper canceled http://thekneeslider.com/archives/20...show-canceled/ I've only seen a couple of episodes of this show and was never impressed with the "made for TV drama". I did think that they had some solid skills as builder though. News of the cancellation came through on my motorcycle mail list today. Used to be a huge fan of Jesse James, but drifted away about the time he went Hollywood. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

02-10-2010, 12:31 PM	#2
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: American Chopper canceled Seems like that family has developed more problems because of the show than money from the show. Kind of tragic to watch the relationship between Sr. and Jr. and Mikey fall apart on TV. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.

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elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,509 Trading: (133)	Re: American Chopper canceled That show got horrible a year ago when Jr. left.

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replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: American Chopper canceled Too much drama for me. Dad is wired wrong with rage issues, the boys are all showing signs of taking after Daddy's dysfunction. Making neat stuff = Great time. Acting like a spoiled 12 year old boy throwing a man sized tantrum for 35 of 50 minutes? No thanks. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

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Mr.Erskine Looking up Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Benjamin Location: Dover, DE Posts: 297 Trading: (1)	Re: American Chopper canceled Never liked the show.... __________________ Cornbread... Ain't nothin' wrong with that.

02-10-2010, 12:53 PM	#6
nayslayer Still Watching My Back Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Wallkill, NY Posts: 166 Trading: (0)	Re: American Chopper canceled I actully live in the area, this has going on for a while. He seems like a decent guy in person, i just hope the huge showcase they just a built a year or so go send them all down the crapper. I know they were planning on a resturaunt there too, not sure how that will work out now

02-10-2010, 01:24 PM	#9
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,440 Trading: (60)	Re: American Chopper canceled Hope they have a fire sale on their bikes. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

02-10-2010, 01:31 PM	#11
ChicagoWhiteSox Guest Posts: n/a	Re: American Chopper canceled I understand now, thanks Mark.

02-10-2010, 01:39 PM	#12
e-man67 Big Drunkin Monkey!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Eric Posts: 1,480 Trading: (29)	Re: American Chopper canceled I had a chance to meet Sr and he seemed pretty cool...money gets the best of folks I guess. (look at Billy Lane of Choppers Inc, early on kinda humble and low key..then gets money and repeatedly acted like an ass and ends up killing someone drunk driving..he was THE most talented bike builder ever IMO) I did like the show early on..now it's just sad.

02-10-2010, 02:26 PM	#13
Bruins Fan Hooper drives the boat. Join Date: May 2009 First Name: John Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,359 Trading: (0)	Re: American Chopper canceled The show was ok up until Vinny left, he was doing all the work and had to deal with the two bozos __________________ Here's to swimmin' with bow-legged women.

02-10-2010, 02:52 PM	#17
newcigarz Smoke and Mirrors Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the bottom shelf Posts: 3,139 Trading: (15)	Re: American Chopper canceled good riddance. I don't think they are a Ducati dealership anymore either.

02-10-2010, 03:18 PM	#18
SDmate I <3 to S.H.I.T Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Steve AKA mate Location: Sunny San Diego Posts: 853 Trading: (3)	Re: American Chopper canceled Vinnie & Cody started there own shop called V-Force Customs they will also have a tv show starting soon __________________ Canterbury Crusaders- Super 12 Champions- 1998 1999 2000 2002 2005 Super 14 Champions- 2006 2008 Canterbury- ITM Cup Champions-2008-2012 New Zealand ALL BLACKS RWC Champions- 1987 2011

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marge796 It Just Doesn’t Matter!!! Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Chris Location: Topeka KS Posts: 1,624 Trading: (28)	Re: American Chopper canceled I was a fan at the beginning of the series but lost interest when JR & SR did nothing but scream at each other, all too familiar Chris..... __________________ “Don’t talk to me about naval tradition. It’s nothing but rum, sodomy and the lash.” -Sir Winston Churchill