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The Big Brake-Up!
Admittedly, the vast majority of classic truck ownersconvert to disc brakes in the rear for one reason and one reason only: to get rid of... more |
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Dashing!
What's the one thing you can always count on seeing when you get behind the wheel of your pickup? Your dash--more specifically, that gauge... more |
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Drop Box, Part I
How many times have you bought car or truck and told yourself, "I'm just going to leave this one as is and drive it?" So you do drive it... more |
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Watt's the Difference: Project Old School
When Chris Daley of Totally Polished called and told me he was building a new style of Watt's link, I'll have to admit I wondered if he was... more |
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Caliper Crud Cure
Unless you're the absolute detail-oriented type, what's the last thing you think about when doing a major brake job? Would it happen to be... more |
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Getting to the Tip of TPI
Everyone might not be ready to ditch their carb for fuel injection, but we doubt that too many would argue that, in most situations, an... more |
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Metal Magic
Of the many benefits that stainless steel offers for trim and accent pieces, it's the downfalls of working with it that scare many people... more |
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Project Old School: One-Stop Braking
In my ongoing attempt to make Project Old School a functional driver, this month we focus on changing out the stock single-chamber drum... more |
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Brake Line Basics
Did you ever notice how there are certain areas of a vehicle that the average enthusiast seems to be terrified to work with? Electrical... more |
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Project Old School: Luxury Box
As I discussed last month, Project Old School has been on the road for over a year now. And while it's been a blast to drive, long cruises... more |
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Project Old School: Shifting Into Overdrive
In keeping with the original plan, Project Old School has been on the road for a while now as I continue to make additions and... more |
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Wired Is Good
Looking back on our recent feature trucks, it's no surprise that the '60-66 Chevy and GMC trucks have become popular for both restoration... more |
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Solid Foundation
We are entering a golden age of classic truck building. Never before has there been more choices available to truck owners, especially... more |
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Big-Window Beautification
With all the aftermarket parts available these days, it's increasingly tempting to convert your truck to be the most sought-after year of... more |
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Trials of a First-Time Builder
As far back as I can remember, I've loved trucks. As I grew into my teen years, I worked helping a neighbor harvest Christmas trees. He... more |
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Project Old School: Quiet Time
Ever since I began driving Old School, I couldn't help feeling like I was in the center of a tin can. Granted, when I started driving the... more |
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Keeping Our Cool
When you're a young hot rodder, having air conditioning in your classic truck is the last thing on your mind. How fast and how low your... more |
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Tips and Treats
The big picture is always what gets noticed first. The way a truck sits, the wheel and tire combo, and the color are what either draws you... more |
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Fast-Forward
A lot of what we cover in CLASSIC TRUCKS is the latest and greatest that the industry has to offer. Then there are the items that may have... more |
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Project Old School: X-ing Your X-Member
Since installing the Airlift airbag kit in Project Old School, the driveshaft comes dangerously close to hitting the top of the trailing... more |
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Project Old School-Building Out the Doors
Ever Since Project Old School's inception, there were plans to fit the truck with one-piece glass. I knew this would be difficult, given... more |
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Uni-Gard Protective Film
Tired of road rash and rock chips? A few years ago we found a protective film that protects painted surfaces from minor abrasions and... more |
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Bones Worth Building On, Part I
Contrary to popular belief, most trucks nowadays merely serve as catch-all light-duty vehicles. For the most part, modern trucks do... more |
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Project Old School: Camber Correction
Ever wonder why those trucks you see sitting flat on their framerails have front wheels that lean inward at a 45-degree angle? The answer... more |
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Project Old School: In Control
It's no secret that sway bars are extremely beneficial to the handling capabilities of old trucks. It's also no secret that most of the... more |
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