Innholdsfortegnelse for Volume 4, Issue 40 - December 2023 i Classic Truck Performance

When it comes to OE instrument clusters, most of our classic trucks leave something to be desired in regards to reliability and accuracy, not to mention aesthetics. Back when these trucks were original, that may well have been good and fine, but with the addition of modern powerplants and the expectation of more accurate information, that old cluster just isn’t going to cut it. Accuracy by way of digital and solid state technology combined with a design that complements any classic truck has become the theme for Dakota Digital’s RTX line of instrument clusters, and their latest offering for ’67-72 Ford F-Series pickups continues that trend. Dakota Digital’s new RTX Series Retrotech Analog/Digital Instrument Cluster is not only a great visual improvement to the interior of any ’67-72 Ford F-Series…

You know how when you ask a 5-year-old to draw a cow or dog their sketch is usually way out of proportion, with legs too long or head too small but always with really big eyes? That’s the way some people see the ’60s-era International Harvester line of pickup truck—it kinda looks way out of proportion. Classic Truck Performance stopped by Old Anvil Speed Shop in Orange, California, to see what they’re doing about it with one of their customer’s projects: a ’63 C-1100 International Harvester standard-wheelbase Stepside pickup. Two of Old Anvil’s principals (owner Paul Bosserman and graphic artist Jeff Allison) teamed up to heavily massage this International Harvester pickup and knock some of the weirdness off. The truck is benefiting from a long list of custom bodywork they…

When Chevrolet introduced the Suburban nearly 90 years ago, the design team and executives could’ve never imagined the brand it would build throughout a dozen design generations from 1935 to present day. The concept of a station wagon–style body on a light truck chassis was well ahead of its time, but it remained a small percentage of truck production for many years. By the ’60s, the Suburban was hitting its stride, as families began relying on these spacious vehicles to haul all of them around. The example on these pages is far removed from its original utilitarian roots, but it offers a great combination of stance, color, and horsepower to create a practical and aesthetically pleasing package. Leslie Moore of Bernie, Missouri, is no stranger to Chevy Suburbans. He’s owned…

1. AEROMOTIVE’S NEW GEN II STEALTH FUEL TANK FOR ’67-72 CHEVROLET C10 TRUCKS Introducing the latest addition to Aeromotive’s Gen II Stealth Fuel Tank Lineup, this one is designed specifically for the hugely popular ’67-72 Chevrolet C10 truck. This rear-mount configuration allows builders to easily replace the in-cab fuel tank with a 17-gallon tank behind the rear axle and between the framerails. Aeromotive’s fully assembled Gen II Stealth rear-mount, 17-gallon fuel tank includes an innovative installation kit that provides enthusiasts with a complete tank swap solution. Aeromotive’s highly anticipated tanks are perfect for LS-type swaps and carbureted setups. The Gen II Stealth Tank comes fully assembled in painted steel, complete with Aeromotive’s patented foam and basket assembly to control fuel slosh. Also included are a 0-to 90-ohm fuel level sender…

It’s Sunday afternoon and I’m sitting on a plane (in First Class no less, as I dropped $100 on a last-minute upgrade that was well worth it!) reflecting on my truly amazing experience at Nashville Superspeedway: the first Triple Crown of Rodding. I flew out Thursday with very high expectations, knowing Bobby Alloway and Gary Case don’t skimp or cut any corners, not to mention the constant buzz leading up to the inaugural event, this was bound to be one for the memory books … and boy, was it! Thursday evening was the official Kickoff Party at the host Embassy Suites—but, unlike most traditional kickoffs, this seemed more like a reunion … for hot rodders! All my idols I’ve come up in the business working with, like Roy Brizio, Art…

Have you ever just fallen in love with a particular model ride but realized that it just wasn’t meant to be? Tasso Romnios had an experience like that and somehow got a grip on how to make it all work out in his favor. “One day at a car show I sat in a beautiful ’56 Ford F-100. The truck was for sale, and I was interested. So, I jumped in and sat down. I then realized that I barely had room for my body, especially my knees. It wasn’t going to work for me. I loved the look, but just hated the way I felt in it!” But that issue didn’t deter Tasso from getting the truck of his dreams. “I had just turned 40 and hadn’t played around…

Joe McGlynn is working on a very cool project: a chopped and sectioned ’56 Studebaker pickup inspired by the famous Rod & Custom Dream Truck. While he’s not building a clone, it does incorporate some major styling themes from that historic project. McGlynn started this truck many years ago, but then “life got in the way” and his progress was halted for several years. After moving from California to Missouri and building his dream shop on his property, the truck project was finally revived. Over the years, McGlynn’s tastes have become more sophisticated, so in Version 2.0 of this project, he decided to revise some of the initial work. The truck will feature a completely custom-built bed. He realized the rear wheels were a bit too wide for his design.…

Owning a Blazer like this requires a lot more than just a bag full of cash. Well, of course, a substantial amount of expendable money would help someone pay to have one delivered to his or her home, but there are other, more important characteristics that dictate the success of a finished project. Pride is definitely one important part of the equation. Style is another. Without the combination of the latter two points, money might be able to buy some kind of questionable-looking status symbol but it most likely won’t come out this damn good. Jaime Medrano of Carlsbad, New Mexico, is the owner of this ’74 Chevy K5 Blazer, and you’d better believe that he has both pride and style for miles. The monetary aspect of getting this truck…

To say vintage 4x4s/SUVs are a new trend would be kind of naïve … but then again, if you’ve been following any of the larger auctions the last year or so, well, I digress! So, to be fair, let’s just say they’re a new trend to CTP! This one in particular, David Drew’s ’72 K10, came to be after its owner, unimpressed with all the lowered C10s he’d been seeing, sought out an individual by the name of Cole Foster, local to him in Salinas, California, to go the opposite direction—up! Given new life by Foster’s SalinasBoys Customs back in 2021, the 11-month (to the day) project is a perfect example of Foster’s attention to fine details and craftsmanship complemented by daily driver attributes, if that makes sense (if not,…

Man, you’re really putting me on the spot this month! My favorite parts of the truck so far, that we haven’t covered, have to be the engine bay and headers. The engine bay is just so completely off the wall for a truck like that, but I think that’s what makes it so cool. It’s also one of those things where I just did what I thought could be cool since we had no rendering or guideline at all for the engine bay. When it came time to do the engine bay for Brian’s truck, I had one clear thought: Get fresh air in and get hot air out. With 1,076 hp and 980 lb-ft of torque, that Whipple supercharged LS3 from Wegner Automotive had to stay cool and breathe.…

In the ever-evolving landscape of truck events, it’s a daunting task to choose where to invest your time and passion. However, when it comes to the C10 SLO Down, the decision is crystal clear: this is a gathering that promises nothing short of pure truck enthusiast nirvana. As whispers of the 2023 event reached our ears, we knew we were in for an experience like no other. The C10 SLO Down was no newcomer and was successfully debuted in 2021 under the visionary guidance of Paul Karp, a devoted member of the C/10 Club Central Coast California. What began as a modest affair in a local park quickly outgrew its roots, owing to its unique blend of community spirit and automotive passion. Paul recognized the need for seasoned expertise to…