2024 SEMA - Trucks

A competitor in the Young Guns category for the Battle of the Builders was Ryan Zemla. Zemla's entry was this 1988 Ford Ranger. His objective was to build the fastest stick-shift Ranger. Zemla used a 6.0-liter LS engine, which includes Wiseco and Manley internals, an OEM crankshaft, PAC Racing springs, a Tick stage 2 turbo camshaft, and a 77-mm turbocharger. Two-thirds of the truck retains the original frame and the remainder of the chassis is tube-frame.

This 1994 Toyota Pickup was located in a display with several other modified Toyota products. The Pickup was available with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine or 3.0-liter V6 motor. This example has a built 1JZ 2.5-liter six-cylinder. The body has been modified with a 4Runner front clip and fiberglass fenders. In addition to a rollbar, the vehicle has a revised bed, and the radiator is moved to improve weight distribution. The pink paint job received mixed reviews from SEMA attendees.

The first generation of GM C series pickups were made from 1960 to 1966 and are a popular choice among Builders to modify. An example is Austin Phipps's 1964 GMC C25, which appeared in the Young Guns category for Battle of the Builders. Phipps creation is powered by a 408 cu.in. LS stroker. Additional power comes from a twin-turbo setup. The body sits on a Rydman Ranch custom chassis. It uses an Airlift Performance's air management to maintain the ride level.

Chelsey Henning built this 1986 Ford Bronco. The Bronco rests on a high lift with low-profile Fury tires mounted on 26x16 Fittipaldi off-road wheels. The truck's frame is powder coated and includes a Super Duty axle swap. Hennig created a custom four-link custom lift kit, raising it approximately 12 inches, and added carbon coilovers from Carbon Shocks. Under the hood is a 4BT Cummins engine with Stage 2 injectors, a Colt camshaft, and oversized pistons.

Young Guns competitor Bryce Adams customized this 1960 GMC Carryall. Original engine options for this vehicle included straight-sixes and small-block V8s. Adams' build uses a modern-day LS3 / 6L80 powertrain combination to power the truck. Wilwood disc brakes on all four corners stop the Carryall. The inner fenders have been modified to accommodate the Schott SL 65 wheels. Additional features include fabricated radiator mounts and transmission and driveshaft tunnels.

The Kia PV5 WKNDR Concept is a creation of the Kia Design Center America (KDCA). The vehicle is designed for outdoor weekend trips. The van is based on the EV PBV (purpose beyond vehicles) vans. It has been lifted and equipped with off-road tires. Like most recreational vehicles, the 'Gear Head' feature provides off-board, sheltered storage for gear when the vehicle is stationary, freeing up the maximum interior space.

This is a long-retired 1965 Jeep FJ6A postal vehicle. The FJ6A was originally equipped with a 2.2-liter F4-134 Hurricane inline-four engine that sent power to the rear wheels through a Borg-Warner three-speed automatic transmission. However, if this Jeep remained in its original configuration, it wouldn't likely be at SEMA. The vehicle now sports a 4.8-liter GM V-8 with a pair of Garrett GT35 turbos located between the front seats.

This 1970 Ford F-100 came out of the SIX12 Auto Worx shop. Several design features make this truck unique. First, it has a full camouflage carbon-fiber body finished with candy teal paint. The custom-made chassis is aluminum with front and rear Corvette C6 cross members and suspension. Also, the engine has been relocated to the bed and is a 2020 Shelby 350 GTR, a 5.2-liter V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft. The effort was rewarded with a top 10 in the Battle of the Builders for Young Guns.

The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), commonly referred to as a Humvee, was manufactured by AM General. This build is from Yesterday’s Restorations. It is based on a 2012 6 X 6 Military Humvee. It retains the original body but has a 2021 Hummer EV removable glass roof. Yesterday’s Restorations created a custom frame and suspension. The Humvee is powered by a supercharged LT4 engine with eight-into-one headers.

This 1956 Ford F100 was built by Fat Fender Garage. Under the hood is a Gen 2 5.0-liter Ford Coyote engine with an ITB Stacker. Engine management is accomplished using a Holley HP. Fat Fender Garage fabricated the headers and stainless-steel exhaust system, and the truck is equipped with Magnaflow mufflers. Wilwood Brakes, stop the Ford. The interior of the F100 includes Restomod Air, a LoKar floor shifter, and a Sparc Industry steering wheel.

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