Rick Van Unen’s 1972 Chevy C10 and 1966 Suburban
By Rob Fortier - Images by Wes Allison
As a magazine editor, you get to see lots of cool, behind-the-scenes stuff—like, a lot! And over...
The Saltworks Custom-Built DIVCO Project, Part 1
By Ron Covell
DIVCO delivery trucks were an American institution. They were built by the Detroit Industrial Vehicle Company from 1926-86. If you were around...
2025 MasterTech Expo
By Bryan Schmitt - Images by the Author
Another MasterTech Expo is in the books, and once again it exceeded expectations. This event has become...
Dakota Digital’s Latest: The RTX Series For 1973-87 Chevy/GMC
By Rob Fortier - Images by the Author
Just when you think Dakota Digital’s got the coolest retro-style gauges, they go and come out with...
Destitute: Derek Bumgardner’s All-Aftermarket 1957 Chevy
By Rob Fortier - Images by Grinder TV
I had seen Derek Bumgardner’s Task Force Chevy a number of times—on the socials and in person—before...
Hot Wired: Harnessing a 1948 Chevy Pickup With American Autowire’s Highway 22 Plus Kit
By Ryan Manson - Images by Rob Fortier
When it comes to wiring a classic truck from scratch, there seems to be two different camps:...
Alex Bollinger’s 1950 Ford F-1 Packs a Coyote Punch
By Chuck Vranas - Images by the Author
Let’s face it, nothing brightens up the landscape better than a vintage truck regardless of whether it’s...
Auto Metal Direct’s 1967-72 Steel Bed Floor Conversion—Into a 1961-66 C10!
By Jason Chandler - Images by the Author
Back on Project #Backpay! This 1966 Chevy C10 truck is well on its way to becoming a...
Ty Zito’s 1993 OBS Indy 500 Pace Truck
By Rob Fortier - Images by NotStock Photography
Back in 1993, right as I was beginning my magazine career, New Smyrna Beach Chevrolet sold a...
The Walsh-Lakeside Speed & Shine Contender for Best Third-Gen C10 Ever Built
By Fuelish Media
If you’ve happened to frequent the same events as this drop-dead gorgeous 1975 C10, you may have heard the murmurs and whisperings...
BATTLE IN BAMA/OBS NATIONALS 2025
By Jessica Roach - Images by the Author
Talladega Superspeedway, NASCAR’s most iconic track, known for its rich history, tall tales, legendary speeds, and, most importantly, record moments like Dale Earnhardt's 1999 victory,...
Randy Ross’ 1966 Ford Mustang-Rooted Pickup
By Fuelish Media
There comes a time in many enthusiasts’ lives when they reach a crucial fork in the road. Is it possible to stretch...
The 3rd Annual GM Truck Fair Rolls into Greeneville, Tennessee
By Tommy Lee Byrd - Images by the Author
Chevrolet and GMC trucks have an incredible following; events are popping up all over the country...
Old Anvil Speed Shop Gives a 1967-72 C10 Dash a New POV
By Rob Fortier - Images by Taylor Kempkes
How’s the saying go, “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should”? Sometimes, people do just that...
Installing Electric Power Brakes With CPP
By Ron Ceridono - Images by the Author
Regardless of how you feel about electric vehicles, they do offer some technological breakthroughs that can benefit...
Richard Doyle’s 1954 Chevy 3100
BY STEPHAN SZANTAI - IMAGES BY the Author - ART COURTESY OF STEVE STANFORD
Although you might not recognize it in its current guise, this...
Installing Billet Specialties’ Sport Trac System
By Todd Ryden - Images by the Author
When we swapped an LM7 engine donated from an ’04 Tahoe into our ’71 C10 a few...
George Poteet’s Johnson’s Hot Rod Shop–Built 1960 Ford F-100 Crew Cab
By Rob Fortier - Images by Notstock Photography
In this industry/hobby, you obviously meet—and ultimately befriend—some really amazing people. In my 30-plus years doing this,...
How to Lower an OBS Tahoe
By Jason Mulligan & Marcel Venable - Images by Jason Mulligan
It is no secret that OBS trucks are becoming increasingly popular. While most seem...
In Your Garage: Michael Chase’s 1950 Chevy 3100
Name: Michael Chase
Vehicle Year/Make/Model: 1950 Chevy 3100
Built By: Totally by owner
Engine Details: L31 four-bolt bored 0.030; Scat crank forged rods; Wiseco dish pistons; Edelbrock...
Hill’s Hot Rods’ Tribute 1996 Chevrolet
By Rob Fortier - Images by NotStock Photography
Sammy. Uttering that name immediately conjures up both visual and audio memories, the first of which permeating...
The World’s Largest Gathering of Ford Trucks Grows Again
By Tommy Lee Byrd - Images by the Author
In eight short years, the Grand National F-100 Show has exploded in growth as it takes...
Metal Detailing: Dimple Dies, Round Over Dies, and Punch & Flare Dies
By Ron Covell - Images by the Author
Sheetmetal panels are used extensively in classic truck projects, often for interior and underhood panels. While fabricating...
Third Time’s a Charm: Joe Rode’s BEST 1957 Chevy Task Force
By Fuelish Media
Joe Rode, of Covina, California, is a lifelong car guy through and through. He has an extensive list of vehicles he has...
Part 2: Flaming River’s Type II Power Steering Pump Install
By Rob Fortier - Images by the Author
If you recall back in our Apr. ’25 issue, we erroneously made the initial decision to not...
Lone Star Throwdown 2025 – Conroe, Texas
By Fuelish Media
If you’ve ever been to Lone Star Throwdown (LST), you know there are a few truths about the show. First, it’s guaranteed...
1,630 Trucks Invade the Southeastern Truck Nationals
By Tommy Lee Byrd - Images by the Author
General Motors built a tremendous following by combining style, performance, and utility into the trucks we...
Eddie Motorsports’ 1967-72 C10 Gauge Panel & Glovebox Door Install
By Rob Fortier - Images by the Author
Some things were just meant to be, and in this particular case the timing couldn’t have been...
Shannon Hartley’s Tre5 Customs–Revised 1965 C10
By Rob Fortier - Images by Grinder TV
For many of us, mid 2020 may not end up being a point in time we remember...
An In-Depth Look at BluePrint Engine’s New LS Compatible Block Casting
By Jeff Huneycutt - Images courtesy of Jeff Huneycutt
There’s a reason why the LS engine has been by far the most popular option when...
Jerry Harding’s 1950 Willys-Overland Jeep Wagon 4×4
By Jerry Harding - Images by NotStock Photography
We were on Facebook Marketplace searching for a shop Jeep to take wheeling. While scrolling through the...
How to Install a Custom AccuAir Suspension e-Level System
By Jason Mulligan - Images by the Author and Marcel Venable
With Jason Fonte’s 1959 Chevrolet Apache, the fire-scorched body of the truck was maintained...
Raul Verdin’s Twisted 1996 Chevy Tahoe
By Rob Fortier - Images by Brent MacAdam
As one’s family grows, so must their vehicles—carrying capacity, that is. I’ve always been a huge fan...
David & Rajan Tumino’s 1960 F-250 Four-Door Fridge
By Fuelish Media
There’s nothing more rewarding than building a truck just like the one Dad used to have. As a kid, there was something...
Design Online: Custom C10 Interior in a Box!
By Rob Fortier - Images by the Author
In the past, I’ve done a few “resto” interior kits that entailed a new bench seat cover,...
Scott Rayfield’s 1952 Chevy 3100—a Labor of Love and Legacy
By Jesse Kiser - Images by the Author
Some builds are more than just machines; they're stories written in steel, passed through hands and decades....
Part 2 High School Hauler: 1964 Chevy C10 Project
By Carson Reed - Images by the Author & Rob Fortier
From early on my dad and I talked about things we would do to...
Jason Fonte’s 1973 Chevy C10
By Rob Fortier & Jason Fonte - Images by Tim Sutton
After three decades of being a photojournalist, one of my favorite parts of the...
A-Pillar and Rocker Repairs on a First-Gen C10
By Ryan Manson - Images by the Author
Whether you find yourself restoring a classic truck to its original spec or you're building a full-custom...
Paint Run Repair
By “Rotten” Rodney Bauman - Images by the Author
It’s often said that the best painters are those who can fix their mistakes. As a...

























































