David and Susan's pick-up...
David and Susan's pick-up was loaded with style thanks to a subtle chop, immaculate gloss, a perfect stance, and cool Dayton wires wheels.
With the fairgrounds packed to the brim with event participants at the Syracuse Nationals, it was a perfect time for STREET RODDER and Ford Racing's recognition of street rodders who install a late model Ford engine in a Ford hot rod. Our weekend search led us to David and Susan Ciappa of Lockport, New York, who are our latest award recipients with their dramatic '40 Ford pick-up fitted with an SVT 5.4L supercharged crateV8 linked to a Ford AODE transmission. To get just the right stance, a custom triangulated 3-bar rear suspension with RideTech Shockwaves keeps a Currie 9-inch rearend planted while a Heidt's IFS with RideTech Shockwaves brings the frontend to the ground. A mirror-straight body was chopped 1 1/2-inchs and covered in plenty of PPG Blood Red vibe expertly accenting the custom Dayton wire wheels capped with Falken Z-rated tires. Inside the cab, a pair of black leather RECARO seats and sculpted panels keeps everything comfy while Vintage Air and tunes from Alpine set the mood. Congratulations to David and Susan who will receive a limited edition jacket as the award winner.
Under the hood, a dramatic...
Under the hood, a dramatic engine bay acts as the perfect showcase for the Ford SVT 5.4L supercharged V-8 coated in just enough PPG Blood Red accented by plenty of custom fabrication including the engine covers, louvered inner fender panels, and polished intake.
The sculpted interior is all...
The sculpted interior is all business with black leather RECARO seats while Vintage Air, a Lokar shifter, and tunes from Alpine make laying down the miles effortless.
Congratulations to David and...
Congratulations to David and Susan and welcome to the exclusive group of rodders who have received special honors for their accomplishment.