Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2025 i Street Trucks

TOM BENNETT IS NO STRANGER TO MODIFIED CARS AND TRUCKS. In fact, his history with customs is deeply rooted in the mini truck scene. As Tom got a little bit older, his interest in vehicles didn’t change much, although he was more determined than ever to find a classic pickup that he could learn to customize on his own. Tom had relied on shops to dial in his rides in the past but he wanted to break away from the pattern of hiring others to do the work he knew he could handle in his home garage. The search through local Florida classifieds didn’t prove helpful for Tom. All he found was a bunch of poor condition trucks with high price tags attached. Tom widened his search settings and found…

THEY SAY THREE TIMES THE CHARM. In Teigh Graham position three times is the charm. This 1998 Toyota Tacoma belonged to a close friend of his who was killed in a motorcycle crash. After Chasing it down, he was finally able to purchase in 2012. It was in rough shape. He decide to straighten everything out and had an interior put in it. After taking it to a few shows, Teigh sold It. A couple years later it was back on the market, so Teigh traded for it again • Time number two. Again, Teigh took it back to his shop and repainted in a different color. He began to show it again for a while. He traded it off again. Several years later after a few phone calls with…

IF YOU’RE INTO THE WILD WORLD OF CUSTOM CARS AND HOT RODS, THEN DARRYL STARBIRD’S NATIONAL ROD & CUSTOM CAR SHOW IN TULSA IS ONE EVENT YOU’VE GOT TO HIT. This thing’s been rolling strong since 1964, and now it's one of the biggest indoor shows in the country—maybe even the world. Our buddy Damien Davis made the trip out to Oklahoma to soak it all in, and let’s just say, the show didn’t disappoint. Held inside the massive River Spirit Expo Center, this place is wall-to-wall with killer rides. We’re talking over 1,000 customs, rods, classics, and slammed pickups packed into every inch of the show floor. It’s the kind of event where you walk through once, turn around, and go back because you know you missed something cool.…

CAMPER SHELLS, TOPPERS, CAPS, OR COVERS—THE TERMS ARE USED INTERCHANGEABLY. Call them what you will, but one thing is certain—there’s no shortage of these truck bed accessories on the market. After a bit of research, however, it became clear that not all bed covers are built the same. Fiberglass truck bed shells have been a staple in the scene for decades but as trends change, manufacturers do what they can to stay on the cusp of evolving consumer demands. Enter SmartCap—a company with its design and manufacturing center located in the wilderness of Durban, South Africa. SmartCap created the world’s first stainless steel modular truck cap system that is a true product of its environment. This cap was designed and tested in harsh outdoor conditions to withstand abuse from the…

OBS DIRECT-FIT GAUGES CLASSIC INSTRUMENTS JUST DROPPED A DIRECT-FIT GAUGE PACKAGE FOR 1988–1994 CHEVY OBS TRUCKS THAT FEATURES ALL-ELECTRIC OPERATION WITH SPEEDOMETER, TACH, FUEL, OIL, TEMP, AND VOLT GAUGES—PLUS AN OPTIONAL GEAR INDICATOR WINDOW. With hybrid LED lighting, push-button calibration, and built-in Zeus Speedometer Technology, it’s plug-and-play and made in the USA for a clean, modern upgrade. CLASSIC INSTRUMENTSwww.classicinstruments.com800.575.0461 GM TYPE II FLOW CONTROL VALVE CPP’S ADJUSTABLE FLOW CONTROL VALVE FOR GM TYPE II POWER STEERING PUMPS LETS YOU FINE-TUNE STEERING FEEL WITH NINE FLOW SETTINGS BETWEEN 1.75 – 3.75 GPM. It adjusts as quickly as assist kicks in without changing total assist, giving you more natural feedback at the wheel for any driving style. CLASSIC PERFORMANCE PRODUCTShttps://classicperform.com/714.522.2000 FORGED PISTON AND RINGS ICON’S FORGED PISTON AND RING SETS PACK PREMIUM…

7 SUMMERS, A MORGAN WALLEN SONG, IS ALSO THE NAME OF THIS BEAUTIFUL 1996 TOYOTA TACOMA. Crystal Johnson name her Truck “7 Summers because it was her husband Adam Johnson’s favorite Morgan Wallen Song and the main reason is because it took her 7 summer to get a truck of her own to display on the show field. Crystal purchased the truck from Bee Jay Anderson after they were discussing buying a shop truck to promote his upholstery business. After getting the truck home, Crystal already had plans on changing the truck from Carolina Tar Heel blue. To accomplish the first step, “7 Summers” was dropped off at Graham Paint & Body. Teigh Graham began by tearing the truck completely apart to a bare Cab. He replaced all the bags…

WE’RE BACK AT IT WITH OUR 2017 CHEVY SILVERADO 4WD BUILD, AND IF YOU CAUGHT THE LAST PART, YOU ALREADY KNOW WE DROPPED IN BELLTECH’S 7-9-INCH KIT LIFT UP FRONT AND GOT THIAS TRUCK HEADED IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION. But a lifted truck with just the front done is like a mullet with no party in the back—it’s just not right. So in this second part, we buttoned things up with the rear suspension install, threw on a killer set of wheels and tires, and even added a slick set of Body Armor 4X4 electric steps to make getting in and out of this monster a whole lot easier. Let’s start with the rear lift. Belltech doesn’t mess around. This kit is engineered solidly, with heavy-duty leaf springs, Trail Performance…

THOSE WHO HAVE HAD A SPECIAL VEHICLE STOLEN FROM THEM KNOW THAT THE ORDEAL IS AN EMOTIONAL MIXTURE OF EQUAL PARTS VULNERABILITY, FRUSTRATION, AND ANGER. That feeling of having someone break into a familiar space and make themselves right at home can leave one feeling victimized and unprotected. Frustration begins to settle in once having to fill out all the reports with law enforcement and having to deal with insurance and all the other steps that tend to eat up time and patience. Of course, annoyance and irritability are usually present throughout the whole fiasco, which usually evolves into sheer anger at having to deal with the inconvenience of it all. The whole process sucks, and we feel for anyone out there who has had experienced the loss of a vehicle…

FOR ROBERTO CARRANZA, BUILDING A CUSTOM TRUCK HAS ALWAYS BEEN ABOUT DOING SOMETHING THAT FELT REAL, SOMETHING THAT MATCHED HIS STYLE AND WORKED ON THE STREET. His 2020 Chevy Silverado, better known as Twister, isn’t some show queen sitting in a garage. It’s his ride, and it sees real pavement. THE name fits. Twister’s got that low, wide stance that catches your eye and doesn’t let go. The name fits. Twister’s got that low, wide stance that catches your eye and doesn’t let go. Roberto’s been into trucks since the early days, reading mags, checking out local builds, and dreaming of building his own someday. That dream turned into a plan, and eventually, into the slammed daily you see here. A big part of that slammed look comes from the…

EVERY FEBRUARY, CUSTOM TRUCK FANS FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE COUNTRY ROLL INTO CONROE, TEXAS FOR ONE OF THE BIGGEST AND BADDEST SHOWS ON THE CALENDAR. Lone Star Throwdown proved once again why it still holds the crown. From killer rides to great vibes, LST brought the heat and reminded everyone why it’s a can’t-miss event. This year’s Throwdown was packed with over 2,000 registered vehicles—all pre-approved and pre-registered. No roll-ups are allowed. That rule might sound tough, but it keeps the show tight and manageable while still leaving room for the heavy hitters to shine. From slammed classics to lifted beasts, bagged daily drivers to full-blown show builds, every square inch of the Lone Star Expo Center was filled with custom steel and creativity. As usual, the crowd started…

EVERYONE NEEDS A HOBBY TO KEEP THEMSELVES BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE. With so many different pastimes to choose from, some folks can easily say that nothing has proven to be as captivating as building custom cars and trucks. Customizing is so satisfying on so many levels—especially that first dopamine hit that comes with the finding and scoring of the next classic vehicle. Further satisfaction comes with the completion of every step, big and small, along the way. Having an ongoing vehicular project in the garage is like having a puzzle that constantly needs attention. It’s there and available every hour of the day to work on, and offers a heightened enjoyable experience when friends and family members can jump in on the action. But unlike that 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle, a…

THE 2025 SOLOS BEACH BONANZA, HOSTED BY SOLOMON LUNGER, WAS A MASSIVE SUCCESS THAT EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS. Returning to the beautiful Gilbert’s Resort in Key Largo, Florida, the event doubled in size and saw an even bigger turnout than the year before. With perfect weather, an incredible lineup of trucks, and a community of like-minded enthusiasts, this year’s event took things to the next level. One of the biggest highlights of the weekend? The people and the trucks. Solomon couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed by the support from all who showed up, many traveling from out of town to be a part of something truly special. The trucks were nothing short of amazing, and the energy at the show was unmatched. “I’ve always wanted to throw an event where everyone…