Customer Spotlight: A 1971 C10 Revival with CPP Power!
At the Las Vegas C10 Nationals, we met a dedicated builder and longtime CPP customer who's been breathing new life into classic trucks since 2014.
His latest creation? A frame-off restored 1971 C10 Custom Deluxe with just 48,000 original miles—pulled straight from a farm in Fort Lupton, Colorado.
This isn’t his first time trusting CPP with a project—it's actually his third C10 build using Classic Performance Products. And just like the others, this one blends old-school charm with modern performance in the best way possible.
A Chat That Turned Into a Feature
While talking shop at the CPP booth, we got into a great conversation about LS engine plates and how to make room for a low-mount A/C compressor.
That quick tech consult turned into a full breakdown of his build—and when we heard all the work (and CPP parts) that went into it, we knew it deserved a spotlight.
Under the Hood: The Heart of the Build
This truck packs a 2011 Camaro LS3/L99 engine with VVT and AFM deleted.
He went with a custom-order Texas Speed cam, springs, retainers, and pushrods—tuned and built to perform. It's backed by a 6L80 6-speed transmission and a custom tune to bring the entire setup together.
It’s clean, aggressive, and built to be driven.
CPP Parts Used on the Build
Here’s the full list of CPP products used to bring this C10 into the modern era:
- LS Engine Plates: LS1-K125 – (paired with a low-mount A/C setup using a 7176 SD7 compressor)
- Drop Center Crossmember: 6372LDL-B
- Carrier Bearing Crossmember Bracket: CPSBB
- 2.5” Drop Spindles: CP4S3
- Transmission Crossmember: CP9427 – (used with a 6L80; builder added a ¾” aluminum spacer block to achieve correct driveline angle)
- Lowering Kit: 6372CSSK-D 2” Drop Front Springs, 4” Drop Rear Springs
- 5” Rear Drop Springs: 6372CSSK-R5 (to replace original 4” for a more aggressive stance)
- Lowered Sway Bar Bracket: 6372-LSB
- Engine Perches: 6372MP-SM (painted silver for contrast in the engine bay)
- Brake Booster: 6772BB24-11
Every part was selected with both performance and aesthetics in mind. From the silver-painted perches to the dialed-in stance, this truck hits all the right notes!
Built, Not Bought!
This builder’s attention to detail and experience shows in every bolt and bracket.
It’s a testament to what CPP customers are capable of—and we’re proud to have been a part of his journey through multiple builds.
Whether it's the third build or the first, our goal is always the same: to provide quality parts that help bring your vision to life!
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