Why? Because every mid-engine rat rod 1948 Ford COE dump truck needs a tiny Honda Trail 90 rat bike in its former engine compartment, shrouded by a gym locker. With makeshift construction and a ...

Built in the tradition of the shabby-chic rat rod, this truck really is a grab-bag special. The nose, decapitated cab, and shorty bed are all early Fifties GMC pickup.

The project began with a 1951 Ford truck cab, salvaged from a former Central Alberta fire engine. Students cut it down, refined their welding techniques, and built a custom frame. They incorporated ...

Article content. A Florida hot-rod truck shop just built what may be the world’s first Tesla Cybertruck dually; Those gigantic tires you’re looking at are a set of 35-inch meats on 26-inch wheels ...

A MASTER mechanic has become the unofficial king of rat rods in New Zealand, after building a series of incredible rat rod masterpieces in his home garage. David Jeffery, of Rolleston, has always ...

Best Custom-Modified: Entry #51 1940 Maroon Mercury Custom owned by Valerio Varela of Aromas. Best Low Rider: Entry #206 1964 Blue Chevy Impala SS owned by Jaime Murguia of Hollister. Best Rat Rod: ...

Thus, the rat rod was born. The term "rat rod" is believed to have been coined by Hot Rod Magazine Editor Gary Baskerville, who used it to refer to a junked-up hot rod owned by artist Robert Williams.

This 1948 Ford F6 rat rod was spotted during a shoot at the ... He wanted a rat rod, a tow truck, and something with a supercharged engine—and ended up getting all three in one custom truck.

The truck in question was built by Daniel C ... Named by its owner/builder as "Big Booty Judy," this rat rod is based on an International KB5 Dump Truck which the builder traded for an old ...

ASHMONT – Locals and visitors ambled leisurely in the hamlet of Ashmont on June 17, with eyes fixed on the wide array of over 30 vehicles lining main street. From vintage classics restored to their ...

Rat rod trucks exist on a continuum, from barely-safe-to-drive to high-speed-track-warrior. These examples of rat rod trucks will help you fine-tune where you stand.