Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2023 i Street Trucks

STEPHEN Robinson has had some nice rides over the past few years, but what he really wanted was a truck that could pull double duty as a rolling advertisement for his shop. THERE’S A CERTAIN SENSE OF PRIDE THAT COMES WITH OTHER FOLKS APPRECIATING YOUR RIDE, WHETHER IT BE A THUMBS UP AT A STOPLIGHT OR SOMEONE TAKING THE TIME TO ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT IT AT A SHOW. It’s even better, however, when those accolades have the potential to add to your small business’ bottom line. Stephen Robinson has had some nice rides over the past few years, but what he really wanted was a truck that could pull double duty as a rolling advertisement for his shop. When he came across a mildly customized ’87 Chevy R10 with lots…

WHEN IT COMES TO ICONIC AUTOMOTIVE EVENTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, THE HOT ROD POWER TOUR IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE LARGEST AND MOST WELL-KNOWN. This year’s event marked the 29th annual event and worked its way throughout the Southeast US. But before we get into this year’s event, let’s go back to where it all started. Back in late 1994, the editors of Hot Rod magazine wanted to draw attention to several of its events known as the Hot Rod Power Festival Series. They decided that instead of flying to all the various cities where the events were happening, why not drive their hot rods and custom vehicles from city to city? Being this was before the internet was what it is today, they advertised this trip in the magazines…

IF YOU MISSED PART 1 OF THIS BUILD, LET US GET YOU UP TO SPEED. We picked up a ’93 Crew Cab Dually to build a replica Indy 500 Pace Truck. We completely stripped the interior, Mirror Image Auto Body laid down fresh paint, and we installed all new glass from LMC Truck. We put the interior back together after installing new carpet, a new dash from LMC Truck, new gauges from Dakota Digital, and deep cleaning the original seats. Now that the interior is almost complete, we can move on to the exterior. 01 The first item on the list was to paint the chassis. It would have been a lot easier to do this before the body was repainted, but sometimes projects create their own timelines. Prior…

WHILE YOU MAY HAVE ALREADY SEEN YOUR FAIR SHARE OF CUSTOMIZED FORD MAVERICKS ALREADY, WE GUARANTEE YOU HAVEN’T SEEN ONE QUITE LIKE THIS YET. The Maverick has taken the custom truck scene by storm as it stands as the official return of the mini-truck in the new vehicle market. As of now, it truly is the lone, new-small-truck out there, and that fact has not gone unnoticed by those who have had a lifelong penchant for minis. Along with its miniature stature among a field of mid- and full-size pickups, the MSRP on the Maverick is quite affordable—something that has not been easy to say about most other pickups at dealerships as of late. With its unibody design, great styling, and fuel-efficient engine options, the Maverick was a masterful addition…

FORD ANNOUNCES TEAM RUBICON POWERED BY FORD FORD Motor Company, the Ford Fund, and Team Rubicon announced Team Rubicon Powered by Ford, a new disaster relief initiative that will serve the growing number of communities across the United States that are impacted by hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and wildfires. According to studies, 90% of U.S. counties experienced a federal climate disaster between 2011-2021. Ford’s investment—which includes a fleet of vehicles, a $2.5 million philanthropic donation, and a commitment to deploying employee volunteers—greatly expands Team Rubicon’s ability to provide no-cost services to vulnerable communities in the wake of these disasters and crises. Team Rubicon Powered by Ford builds on nearly 25 years of disaster relief efforts by Ford. The company has invested in disaster relief efforts since 1999, when a catastrophic…

DES MOINES NOT ONLY SERVES AS THE CAPITAL OF IOWA, BUT IT’S ALSO THE MOST POPULOUS CITY IN THE STATE. When Heidi Henckel and her husband Tom decided to start a show at the Water Works Park minutes away from the downtown area, they went big. “I was tired of driving six to seven hours away for a good truck show,” Heidi tells Street Trucks. “It was time to put Iowa on the map.” With the help of Heidi’s twin brother Greg Talburt, Lowdown Throwdown was created. Now in its third year, the numbers are only growing with the total vehicles registered just barely under 200 and spectators in the thousands. The same weekend, the Principal Charity Classic golf championship brought even more people to Des Moines, making it the…

WHEN IT’S TIME FOR THE NEXT PROJECT VEHICLE, MOST FOLKS HAVE TO DECIDE WHETHER TO BUY OR BUILD. It’s a serious concern since both options have clear advantages. Build it yourself and you know every nut and bolt. You’re the perfect one to fix it if something breaks. Unfortunately, doing it yourself takes time, there’s lots of parts sourcing, and the results may not turn out as you expected. On the other hand, buying an already completed truck means you will know in a moment if the styling is right and a test drive will fill in any remaining blanks. Purists may scoff at the notion of breaking out the checkbook for your next ride, but they’ll admit that it’s usually cheaper in the end. Rather than waiting years, you…

SCAN ME EVERYONE loves the story of a deserving underdog taking home the W, and this one here does not disappoint. SHOW-STOPPING, GROUND-SCRAPING TOYOTA 4RUNNERS ARE FEW AND FAR BETWEEN, WHICH MAKES THE ONES THAT STAND OUT MUCH MORE MEMORABLE FOR THOSE KEEPING COUNT. Toné LeVeck of TLC Fabrication in Las Vegas had taken his time building up his once-wrecked 2000 4Runner, but he was good about stopping to document the process in its entirety on his Instagram account (@tlc_fab). The series of posts he put together is quite the collection and proof to never give up on a “totaled” vehicle that was most likely destined for a scrapyard. Patrick Miller of Liberty, South Carolina, was located some 2,000-plus miles away from Las Vegas city limits, but he took…

STREET TRUCKS MAGAZINE’S SERGEANT SQUARE CHARITY PROJECT, AIMED AT SUPPORTING MISSION 22 IN ITS FIGHT AGAINST VETERAN SUICIDE, CONTINUES TO GAIN MOMENTUM. The ongoing restoration of the 1985 Chevy Squarebody pickup truck is making remarkable progress, with recent developments highlighting the truck’s enhanced customization—and a surprise donation. As we embark on the next phase of this project, the Street Trucks team is eager to unveil Sergeant Square at the highly anticipated SEMA 2023 event. CUSTOMS GALORE In our previous update, we shared the exciting news of a partnership with Scoggin-Dickey Motorsports, which provided the company’s cutting-edge 6.2-liter Chevy Connect and Cruise engine and transmission package. This powerful upgrade promises to take the performance of Sergeant Square to unprecedented heights. However, the customization does not stop there. Collaborating with Salvage to…

’13-’19 GM HD BRAKE KIT SSBC’S PATENTED DIRECT FIT, 8-PISTON MACHINED BILLET ALUMINUM CALIPERS, DDS ROTORS, STAINLESS STEEL PISTONS, RIDICULOUS STOPPING POWER, AND EYE-POPPING LOOKS FIT BEHIND FACTORY WHEELS OF YOUR 2013-2019 CHEVY/GMC 2500/3500. Custom colors and finishes are available to match your truck/build. SSBC716-775-6700www.ssbc-usa.com ’69-’72 2WD BLAZER CHASSIS TCI ENGINEERING IS PROUD TO RELEASE ALL THREE VERSIONS (CLASSIC, PRO TOURING, AND GROUNDED) OF ITS NEW 1969-1972 2WD BLAZER CHASSIS. The Classic chassis, a.k.a. the 5/7 drop chassis, utilizes its Pro Touring IFS and 4-link rear suspension. The Pro Touring chassis utilizes its Pro Touring IFS and torque arm rear suspension with stepped rear frame rails. The Grounded chassis utilizes a narrowed track width version of its Pro Touring IFS and 4-link rear suspension with even more aggressive, stepped rear-frame…

VERY FEW PEOPLE CARRY THE REPUTATION AND NAME THAT KERRY DAIGLE HAS EARNED OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF DECADES. Since he was 15 years old, Kerry has been involved in trucks in some way or another. In 2012 he finally put his name on the map with his ’07 Chevy Silverado named “Leaux.” His first few builds before that were admirable, but the Silverado set new standards for everyone and his truck graced what seems like every national truck magazine. From 2012 to 2021, Kerry’s Chevy was a staple in the industry and revered by everyone. Not many people can say their truck is “finished,” but Kerry had reached the peak of what he wanted done to his Chevy and finally decided to part ways with it for something new…

WHEN IT COMES TO SHOWS THAT DRAW MORE CUSTOM VEHICLES TO TOWN THAN ARE ACTUALLY ABLE TO FIT INSIDE THE SHOWGROUNDS, NONE COME MORE QUICKLY TO MIND THAN THE SOUTHEAST MINI TRUCKIN’ NATIONALS. This show has an approval process for show entries due to a very limited space inside the gates. Tons of people apply for one of the 750 registration spots, but even those who don’t get approved still show up with their custom rides and enjoy the weekend. This year’s event, which was brought to you by Air Lift Performance, was one of the largest we have ever seen in its 29 years of existence. The show was also backed by Kicker, XS Power, Dynamat, and Viair just to name a few. Without backing like that, shows like…

WELCOME BACK TO OUR EXCITING BUILD SERIES ON OUR 1988 CHEVY OBS TRUCK, WHERE WE CONTINUE TO ENHANCE THE PERFORMANCE AND FUNCTIONALITY OF OUR NEW FAVORITE TRUCK. In this installment, we’ll replace the engine with the powerful Summit Racing BP350CTC, upgrade the accessory drive system with the All American Billet Serpentine Conversion Kit, and install the reliable TCI 700R4 transmission. Get ready for an incredible transformation that will take your driving experience to new heights. With the installation of the Summit Racing BP350CTC engine, All American Billet Serpentine Conversion Kit, and TCI 700R4 transmission, our vehicle has undergone a remarkable transformation. The power and performance of the new engine, combined with the reliability and functionality of the accessory drive system and transmission, will undoubtedly elevate your driving experience. Always…