Chad Fincher’s Slammed 1950 Chevy 3100 Truck
Chad Fincher, from Phoenix, says he first obtained the truck from his grandparents. His grandfather had done a mini restoration on it in the mid ’90s and then parked it in their barn out in New Mexico...
View ArticleParts to a Dream
Here’s a short compilation of parts and distributors you should know about. Although you may not need them now, it’s always good to know about the latest parts in the game so we’ve put together a short...
View Article’53 Bel Air with Lowrider Style & Hot Rod Performance
At first glance, Gary Villeggiante’s 1953 rag looks like something you’d see going low and slow, but that’s actually the farthest from the truth. In fact, his rag is a sleeper and a creeper of sorts....
View ArticleAmber Grace – Cali Girl at Heart
Makeup Artist: Marilyn Ramirez (IG @mua_marliyn) Hey you. Yeah…you. You ready to read yet? Now that you’ve wiped the drool off your bottom lip and clicked “Save to Desktop” on your favorite pictures,...
View ArticleChrome Tilt Column by ididit
If you’re a sucker for detail and expect nothing but the best, then remember the brand that’s established themselves as the best in the game: ididit. Since 1986, ididit has become the staple steering...
View Article’49 Chevy Fleetline Deluxe – Lessons Learned. Stripes Earned.
There’s no denying the culture of lowriding is a family affair. Stroll into any of our shows and you’ll find the place littered with families in full swing. But take a deeper look and you’ll often find...
View ArticlePinnacle Peak Steakhouse
Like most men, the guys at LOWRIDER love to eat steak. However when we have a craving for a steak we’re not thinking of going to Morton’s, Black Angus, Ruth’s Chris, or even Outback (although we are...
View Article1959 Chevrolet Impala Built in Tijuana
Deciding which car would grace the cover of our annual LS issue has always been somewhat of a challenge. For starters, the car needs to possess just a little bit of everything. From custom paint to a...
View ArticleUse ARP Bolts to Reassemble your Motor
Now that you’ve got your parts back from the machine and chrome shop, there’s only one thing left to do: assemble it. But before doing so, you want to make sure that you put it all back together using...
View ArticleEvapo-Rust: The Super-Safe Rust Remover
Do you have old rusted parts that for whatever reason you can’t bear to throw out? If so, try cleaning them up with some Evapo-Rust. Evapo-Rust is the number one non-toxic rust remover in America. It...
View ArticleRestoring Acoustic Excellence
Aside from the small bells and whistles and the fancy leather trim and bigger wheels, the biggest difference between a Toyota and a Lexus—or a Tahoe and an Escalade— is one simple thing: sound...
View Article2016 Fresno Super Show – Bringing the Heat to Fresno
The Fresno Fairgrounds has always been a hot spot for California riders from both NorCal and SoCal to show. The show didn’t happen last year and it left a huge void for car lovers and music goers in...
View Article1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible – The LS Plug
L.A. traffic is much like its weather: Unpredictable. From adding 10 degrees to what the newscaster says to never believing the ETA given to you by your navigation, this is something SoCal residents...
View Article1952 Chevrolet Suburban – LS ‘Burban
I received a text message from Gary in the morning when we were supposed to shoot his 1953 convertible for our LS issue. It read, “My 1952 ‘Burban also has an LS,” followed by photos of it. This was...
View ArticleChrome Tilt Column by ididit
If you’re a sucker for detail and expect nothing but the best, then remember the brand that’s established themselves as the best in the game: ididit. Since 1986, ididit has become the staple steering...
View Article1952 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup – Daydreamer
Cruising South 6th Avenue in Tucson, Arizona, was something you did during the mid ’90s. It was the place to be seen, a place to show off your latest mods, and for Phillip Canales, he can attest to the...
View ArticleThe 2016 Albuquerque Super Show
Very few places on earth offer the rich blend of cultural heritage and values like New Mexico. Highly popularized for their intimate and striking sunsets and scenery, New Mexico has long been known for...
View ArticleRoll Models: Cesar Lozano’s Success Story
Growing up poor will lead you to one of two things: A life of complacency and acceptance, or a life of filled with dreams and determination. Unfortunately for most, their dreams remain nothing more...
View ArticleR&R Restorations Shop Stop
To most, the 1957 Chevrolet is the Holy Grail of all collectible cars. This automotive icon is considered to be one of the most desirable vehicles ever made so it comes as no surprise that it would sit...
View Article2001 GMC Yukon Rolling on Diablo Wheels
Sacrifice is what makes a goal worth it—at least most of the time. Some will sacrifice time, others will sacrifice health, and then there are the ones who’ll do a deal with the devil to get the job...
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