Street Trucks December 2024

chamilton@engaged.media HEY, STREET TRUCKS FAMILY! As we wrap up another year of killer builds, custom innovations, and wild rides, I want to personally thank every single one of you for sticking with us and keeping this truck culture alive and thriving. This year has been an absolute blast, and with 2025 right around the corner, we’re cranking things up to another level. From mind-blowing builds to tech tips and all the latest gear, we’ve got a lot in store—and it’s all because of you, our loyal readers. Before we dive into what’s next, here’s a look at what you can see in this stacked issue. We took a deep dive into Mikey Garcia’s 1996 Chevy Tahoe build, a wild mix of Pro Touring performance and modern comfort. This Tahoe is…

PLASTIC REPAIR KIT FIXING CRACKED OR BROKEN PLASTIC JUST GOT EASIER WITH THE SUMMIT RACING’S RECHARGEABLE HOT STAPLER PLASTIC REPAIR KIT. With multiple stainless steel staples and a rechargeable lithium battery, this kit ensures solid repairs on a variety of plastic surfaces while providing convenience and precision. SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT 800-230-3030www.summitracing.com ’17-’19 FORD RAPTOR BIG BRAKE KIT WILWOOD’S NEW TACTICAL XTREME TX6R FRONT BIG BRAKE KITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR FORD F-150 TRUCKS FROM 2004 TO THE PRESENT, INCLUDING SELECT RAPTOR MODELS. These bolt-on kits feature six-piston calipers and massive 15.50-inch military-grade rotors, and are they are engineered for heavy-duty performance in off-road, towing, and hauling conditions. WILWOOD 805-388-1188www.wilwood.com MODULAR VALVE COVERS BILLET SPECIALTIES GEN V MODULAR VALVE COVERS OFFER A SLEEK SOLUTION FOR HIDING YOUR COILS WHILE ADDING A…

RAUL VERDIN DOESN’T JUST BUILD TRUCKS. He redesigns them from the ground up. As a skilled fabricator by trade and the mastermind behind Twisted Metalworkz, Raul wanted to show what his team is capable of. His canvas? A 1996 two-door Chevy Tahoe, transformed into a fully customized work of art. Built for himself, his wife, and their three daughters to enjoy, this ride is more than a weekend cruiser—it’s a statement. With over $250,000 invested and two years of hard work, Raul’s Tahoe is proof that with the right skills and vision, no build is too wild. On the outside, this Viper Red beast is dripping with custom touches. Raul not only gave it a fresh coat of paint, but he also shaved the firewall completely clean, hiding every wire, hose,…

THE 2024 TRIPLE CROWN OF RODDING, HELD ON SEPT. 6-7 at the Nashville Superspeedway, delivered an unforgettable experience for custom truck lovers. With stunning builds, fierce competition, and heartfelt patriotism on display, the event brought together some of the best trucks in the country, showcasing both classic and modern styles. The Triple Crown is quickly becoming a can’t-miss gathering for anyone passionate about custom trucks and hot rods, and this year was no exception. This event, presented by PPG Refinish, crowned the best in the business, and the truck categories were fiercely contested. With categories like Truck of the Year ’72 and Earlier, Truck of the Year ’73-’87, and Truck of the Year ’88-’98, the competition was packed with exceptional builds representing decades of craftsmanship and creativity. Whether you love…

THIS 1996 CHEVY TAHOE KNOWN AS MAVERICK IS NO ORDINARY BUILD. Owned by Mikey Garcia from Edinburg, Texas, this truck blends Pro Touring race style with the comfort and tech of modern rides. As a proud member of the Ground Zero truck club, Mikey spent two years crafting this beast into something that stands out from the crowd. His vision? To create a truck that balances raw performance with top-tier luxury, and—wow, did he deliver! INSIDE, it’s all about style and comfort. Julio’s Upholstery Shop crafted custom burgundy leather seats with hand-stitched patterns, inspired by the movie “Top Gun.” Starting with the exterior, this Tahoe received some serious attention. The bumpers were shaved and fit snug to the body for a clean, streamlined look, and a custom front grille and splitter…

WHEN IT COMES TO UPGRADING THE SUSPENSION ON A 2024 FORD F-150, FEW KITS DELIVER LIKE IHC SUSPENSION’S 3/5 LOWERING KIT FOR 2021-PRESENT 2WD SINGLE CABS. Built with precision and practicality in mind, this kit promises to deliver the best of both worlds: a lowered stance without sacrificing factory ride quality. The engineers at IHC, being familiar with the installation challenges of other kits, designed this system to address common issues right out of the box. This lowering kit achieves a 3-inch drop in the front and a 5-inch drop in the rear, but it doesn’t require extra parts like camber/caster bushings or offset ball joints to align. IHC’s upper and lower control arms come standard, aligning the truck to factory specs and avoiding the hassle of notching frame pockets—something…