Classic of the Month: Cameron’s Frame-off Restored ’67 Chevy C10
Cameron — the owner of a newly restored, frame-off ’67 C10 — isn’t afraid to drive it with 1000 miles already on it. Cameron took his freshly rebuilt truck to the Classic Parts of America C10 Nationals at the Texas Motor Speedway last month. Cameron said his C10 was originally a six-cylinder, three-speed, step-side truck. […]
Back from Texas: A look at the C10 Nationals
Another C10 Nationals in the books, and another one around the corner. The C10 Nationals in Fort Worth, Texas, featured over 1,000 trucks and numerous events. In addition to previous years’ events like autocross, dyno challenge and the truck show, this year featured a Ferris Wheel. For a full list of winners, check out the […]
Classic of the Month: Next Generation Keeps Hobby Alive
Brian is no stranger to classic vehicles, and he’s made sure his sons aren’t either. Brian’s Mom and Dad were into street rods. As a matter of fact, his first car was a ‘48 Chevy Sedan that he drove to high school. “And so it was a no-brainer that when my kids came of age, […]
Classic of the Month: From Rust To Restoration
Being a New England truck, Pat expected some rust in his 1980 Stepside, but it ended up being worse than he thought. “Rust never sleeps,” Pat said. When Pat moved to Florida and build a garage, he started work on the ‘80 stepside. As he got deeper into the guts of the trucks, so did […]
Classic of the Month: ’53 Chevy Turns Heads
Growing up in Argentina, Pablo and his father were no strangers to classic vehicles. “When I was young, I helped my dad fix some classic cars,” Pablo said. “Since that moment, I just fell in love with trucks, all classic cars,” Pablo said. Pablo’s first classic car was a Volkswagon Beetle that he found for […]
Classic of the Month: ’58 Gets Deluxe Treatment
Bringing his father’s 1958 Deluxe Fleetside into the 21st century was no small feat for Tony, but getting his father back in the truck has been enjoyable. Tony learned to drive on the truck when he was a kid. His father, now 93-years-old, always wanted to restore the truck. “It sat in his basement for […]
Classic of the Month: Restoration Brings Family Together
Doing a frame-off restoration of a 1972 Stepside C10 during the COVID-19 pandemic was a family affair for Zack and Wendy. Zack and Wendy started the restoration in December of 2019. Their daughters also helped at various times with installing the glass and weatherstrip. Zack said it gave his kids a little learning experience. Even […]
Get Your Classic Ready for Winter
The temperatures are dropping and the season for snow and ice is beginning. Getting your classic stored away for winter can be a daunting task. Here are some tips: Store Your Classic in a Garage: The most basic protection against the elements for your classic is to store it in a warm dry place. If […]
Classic of the Month: Shannon’s first vehicle
Shannon’s 1971 C10 is affectionately known in his house as their ice cream truck — or as his wife calls it: his mistress. “I don’t get it out on the highway and drive it,” Shannon said. “Just because of the paint job and how much I have invested in it.” Shannon has owned the C10 […]
Classic of the Month: Beyond Rough
When Randy takes his 1965 C10 to shows, it’s a head-turner. Randy’s father owned a ‘66, and he always wanted to purchase a similar truck and restore it. The ‘65 he purchased in Florida was taken to Indiana where his friend Steve started work on it. “Randy brought it to me on a trailer and […]