Separated by a custom center...
Separated by a custom center console, the slim 1969 Camaro-style seats fit perfectly in the cozy interior. The rear cab wall is devoted to stereo, holding the two Pioneer amps and shallow-mount 12-inch subs. Mids and highs were located in the kick panels. The tall Lokar shifter controls the 4L60E trans.
The interior of the truck contains new black leather, ’69 Camaro-style bucket seats ordered from Year One. The custom center console features a black textured top and sides covered in matching leather. Dakota Digital gauges monitor vital engine functions, and the Billet Specialties steering wheel turns on an ididit tilt column. The Pioneer stereo uses two Pioneer amps and two shallow-mount 12-inch subs in the rear cab wall. Two 6½-inch component sets inside the kick panels round out the mix. Bynum built the kick panels and stereo box while Maurice from Memphis upholstered the rear cab wall and the door panels.
The hinged cover over the...
The hinged cover over the axle plate reveals the narrowed Lincoln 9-inch rear end, Shock Waves, and custom bridge. Gas struts hold the cover open for spectators to enjoy.
Under the hood is a 5.3L (327ci V-8) that his grandfather found. It runs Corvette injectors and throttle body on a Weiand intake. The front pulley assembly came from Street & Performance with a polished Camaro water pump, 200-amp Power Master alternator, and chrome Vintage Air A/C compressor. They added Hydroboost for the brakes and positioned a Corvette master cylinder on the smooth firewall. S&P headers feed stainless steel Magnaflow mufflers. The motor is hooked up to a 4L60E transmission with a nostalgic Lokar shifter controlling the action. Cosmetics on the motor include the unique engine cover from Street and Performance, modified by Bynum to make it fit. He also added his shop’s logo, a subtle spider web, underneath the polished hood.
Beautifully painted inner...
Beautifully painted inner fender panels and firewall mimic the truck’s exterior graphics and showcase the 327 V-8, decked out with a custom cover and Street and Performance accessories.
The long construction process was finally complete with the elegant paintjob that is a combination of Mercedes silver and charcoal. The airbrushed side spear, with a brushed metal effect, is similar to a ’57 Chevy Bel Air. From start to finish, the build began in 2001 and finished in November 2010. In fact, Shawn finished it three days before the SEMA show and drove 26 hours straight to get there on time. What was the best part? Shawn flew his grandfather out, and not only did he get to see the truck on display in Las Vegas, but it was also his first time on a plane. Two memorable experiences in one week! Special thanks to George McNaughton, Gerald Barnett, Clyde Bynum, and Mike Alexander.
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Beginning with a double set...
Beginning with a double set of inner fender panels to cover the 10-inch-wide wheels, the bed has lots of changes. The floor was raised to accommodate the suspension changes and a hinged cover installed over the rear axle so that spectators could appreciate the engineering upgrades.