Table of Contents
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1: GM’s Square Years
An All-New Hauler
Computerized Design
One Truck for Them All
Plenty of Rigs
Chapter 2: Getting Started
Setting the Initial Budget
Tools and Workspace
Finding a Rig
Chapter 3: The Teardown
Pickup Box Removal
Hood Removal
Grille and Front Fender Removal
Engine and Transmission Removal
Cleanup
Final Cleaning and Paint
Chapter 4: Suspension
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Upgrades
Getting Low
Complete Suspension Kits
Coilover Conversions
Air Suspension
Installing RideTech’s Air Suspension on a C10
Setting the Frame on the Ground
Final Costs
Chapter 5: Brakes and Steering
Stock Steering
Steering Box Upgrades
Rack and Pinion
Factory Brakes
Brake Pads
Brake Rotors
Flexible Brake Lines
Power Versus Manual Brakes
Rear Brakes
Drum Brake Upgrades
Disc Brake Upgrades
Selecting a Brake System
Creating Brake Lines
Master Cylinder
Chapter 6: Selecting and Building an Engine
Available Engines
Small-Block Upgrades
LS Swaps
Building a 6.0L LQ4 Street Terror
Performance Upgrade Selection