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Altitude Adjustment
Off-roading is all about having ample ground clearance. It seems that most off-road enthusiasts can't get enough. When blazing through the... more
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Trans Action
The majority of gearheads can talk the talk when it comes to high performance engines. But when it comes to transmissions, either manual or... more
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Lightning Cover-Up
One of the best and easiest ways to make the most of your truck's bed is the addition of a tonneau cover. Our project Lightning received a... more
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Trading Down
Open up any issue of Truckin', check out the features, and you'd swear that the proverbial 4/6-inch drop has been deemed obsolete. Nearly... more
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Imagine That
There's nothing more disappointing than seeing a kick-ass classic or late-model Ford or Chevrolet street truck at a show, only to discover... more
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Torqued Power
Many car enthusiasts believe the path to better performance is through engine modifications. The problem is that many engine modifications... more
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Mirror Image
Using bolt-on components is by far the easiest and most cost-effective way to modify the look of your ride. Bumpers, roll pans, custom... more
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Stop--In the Name of Style!
Even with these handy time-saving items, this is still a labor-intensive job. It usually takes a good bodyman to do the work, although we... more
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Put That Bed To Sleep
One common misconception of people not involved in the sport truck industry is the assumption that none of us ever actually use our truck's... more
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Awesome Adjustability
Anyone with a radically lowered sport truck suspension -- meaning anything typically below a 6/8-inch dropped stance -- understands what it... more
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Project Lightning
The process of developing more horsepower from our project Ford Lightning is not simply a matter of bolting on various aftermarket parts.... more
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Pump Up the Volume
The mobile audio scene has come a long way since the eight-track and 6x9-inch speaker days. Today, enthusiasts demand more from their cars'... more
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Retro Active: Part I
The PT Cruiser is a relatively new vehicle to the aftermarket that has been the subject of much debate since its inception. Is it a truck?... more
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Vortech Supercharger Install: Part II
In the last issue of Truckin's SUV, we were on the hunt for more power. We were aware of most of the aftermarket performance products for... more
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Lighting Upgrades
Upgrading your lighting system is always a good idea, especially if you drive off-road or live in an area that frequently experiences damp... more
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A Flare for Style
Any serious Ford Excursion owner is bound to swap out the stock wheels and tires for something more beefy. Whether it is a 4x4 or a... more
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Supercharger Buyer's Guide
The word supercharged may trigger thoughts of a monster truck with a huge Roots-type blower sticking through its hood and flames blasting... more
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Breathing Therapy
Boosting horsepower is very important to SUV performance enthusiasts. There is no such thing as enough power. Let's take the '99 Tahoe... more
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Hot Off the Grille
Upgrading the grille on your SUV is a relatively easy way to give the front end a brand-new look. What is especially nice about installing... more
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On the Level
Ever since its introduction in 1985, the Toyota 4Runner has rapidly gained in popularity among sport utility buyers. With legendary Toyota... more
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Lifting Techniques
The latest crop of GM fullsize SUVs are great vehicles. There is no question that Yukons, Suburbans, Tahoes, Denalis, and the like are very... more
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Exhaustive Power
Picking the right combination of power accessories to add to your SUV is a lot like a heavyweight bout. All fighters must weigh their... more
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Installing the 6-inch Ultimate Lift System
In our little niche that we like to call the custom truck world, there has been very little advancement in the technology that truly... more
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Tuckin' 22s
Last month, you may have noticed the ultra-low Ford SuperCrew owned by Street Scene Equipment. Yep, it was the one plastered right on our... more
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Grabbin' Some Sky
Cruising the coast, hitting switches, and tucking rim as the sun beats down and the cool breeze blows through your truck's cab -- it's a... more
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