All Chevy Performance Volume 5, Issue 58 - October 2025

When I think of a classic car, my mind naturally harkens back to the late ’60s and early ’70s. But the general consensus defines a classic car as one that is at least 20-25 years old. I, for one, have a hard time referring to a car from the year 2000 as a classic. In my world any car from the 21st century falls under as new and still under warranty. It’s likely I feel that way because I graduated from high school in 1980 and refuse to accept that was 45 years ago. My kids regularly confirm with me, “that was a very long time ago.” Thanks, boys! Whatever. So, time has a way of taking some of us by surprise—doesn’t mean I have to mentally give in, although…

1. EXHAUST FREEDOM Summit Racing Freedom ST Series Mufflers offer durable, high-flow performance without the typical issues of rusted baffles or blown-out packing. Their straight-through design delivers near straight-pipe flow—just 3-cfm less—while producing a bold, muscular tone. Constructed in the USA from quality 409 stainless steel, they’re built for long-lasting reliability. Available in 2.25-, 2.5-, and 3-inch sizes with multiple configurations, they’re a solid upgrade for performance and longevity. For more information, contact Summit Racing by calling (800) 230-3030 or visit summitracing.com. 2. WIN LITE Billet Specialties Win Lite Steering Wheels bring performance and style to your interior. Precision-machined from forged 6061-T6 billet aluminum, they feature a half-wrap design with milled finger grips and are available in 14 - or 15.5-inch diameters. Choose a polished or black hardcoat anodized finish…

Chevelles are hot these days. More and more of them keep finding their way into my project roster in the last few years. This one being built by Mountain Home Street Rods is keeping everything pretty straightforward and geared toward driveability. Mini-tubs allow for some wider tires mounted up to Forgeline AL307 wheels. Dirty gold centers and polished stepped lips flow with the rest of the body’s chrome trim. Dodge DelMonico Red will be the main color for the body with graphite stripes and gold pinstripe around those stripes to tie in with the wheels. @TavisHighlander TavisHighlander.com Builder: Mountain Home Street Rods (Mountain Home, Arkansas)…

When you hear the term “dream car,” what do you envision? While many of us would aimlessly shuffle through our top 10 makes and models when asked this question, someone like Chris Deppe of Orange, California, could respond right away with zero hesitation. The car of his dreams has always been a 1967 Chevy Nova SS. Chris’ love of cars started back in the 1980s when he was in high school. He has owned some incredible classics over the years, but it wasn’t until recently that he was able to secure his holy grail—thanks to his awesome wife, Erin. Chris and Erin had a 1957 Chevy Task Force truck they would drive to local Orange County, California–based car shows. Erin began to pick up on the cars Chris would talk…

Rocker arms are one of those component topics that don’t get their share of attention. For performance engines, there are some important considerations that might alter your perception of these simple devices. For this story we will focus on the small - and big-block Chevys as well as the LS powerplants. Over the years, the design of a basic rocker arm has evolved and, as you will see, for the better. From the beginning in 1955, the small-block Chevy fell under scrutiny for its unusual stud-mounted stamped steel rocker arms. Until that point, most production engines with overhead valves relied on shaft-mounted rockers. An individual rocker mounted on a stud was less expensive to build and eventually spawned an industry. Chevy’s original stamped steel rocker is still a reasonable budget…

Finding rare and desirable cars often comes down to being in the right place at the right time. Knowing the right folks can also occasionally help move the needle forward in that quest. Over the years, John Fardone has been blessed with a combination of those elements in his pursuit to find desirable cars that help him score even better cars. “I’m always looking for the upgrade,” he points out. For him it has been a circular process that often yields true gems like his 1968 Camaro RS. His story with this Camaro began back in 2019 thanks to his buddy, Joe, and his contacts, however the car’s history can be traced back to November 27, 1967, when the original owner, Keith Kettler, placed an order at O’Fallon Motor Company…