Summer Nights, classic racers, and refreshed cruisers. We always have something for everyone to love here at Karl Kustoms. At long last, we were finally able to gather once more this august. With our Summer Nights back in full swing and a wealth of entertaining rides and customer stories, this August had plenty to love.…
This July was all Chevy all the time. There were plenty of fun projects keep every GM fan happy here at Karl Kustoms. July was filled with many adventures, but our highlights were all Chevy-centric. From a depression-era Chevy street rod to the just-released C8 Corvette, July had a lot to offer. 1932 Chevy –…
Whether you’re a collector of classic cars or looking to spruce up your daily driver, Karl Kustoms is the place to go for customs work. The month of June was packed full of classic cars and other excitement for the team at Karl Kustoms. From our monthly Virtual Summer Nights to the many custom builds…
Here at Karl Kustoms, we’ve been serving our community for decades. We love helping to create the coolest custom cars around! Virtual Summer Nights is our favorite time of the month to show off all kinds of custom cars. This June had plenty to offer. From a ride-along in Carl Moyer’s Mercury to interviewing some…
Take a look into some of the projects and events from February 2020 at Karl Kustoms featured in this video. Between accessory builds, custom upholsteries, a racing sponsorship event, and some commercial upfit networking, we had a blast! 2020 Silverado Accessory Builds As avid off-roaders, we’re excited about the suspension lift on this custom 2020…
The engine dyno is used in a variety of ways. From breaking in a new crate motor to diagnostics, dynos are an invaluable tool. Ever wondered what exactly an engine dyno does? They’re used for far more than just tracking horsepower and torque curves. Our machine shop manager Kelly Tapper recently granted an inside look…
The Chevy II Nova SS is one of the most iconic automobiles ever produced by Chevrolet. The Nova may be gone, but it’s not forgotten. Take a look at the video, and you’ll see just how cool this Chevy II Nova SS restoration is. From its pristine exterior to its vibrant red upholstery, the vehicle…
It’s that time of year again! The SEMA show is going on in Las Vegas, and Chevrolet Performance has released a bunch of new parts. While most people are talking about some of the newly released high-power, high-cost crate engines, we’re excited about a new budget crate motor that’s sure to be a hit for…
The LS3 is known as a high-revving, deep-breathing crate engine, and it is available in a variety of configurations. Read all about the engine’s specs and find a list of part numbers for the currently available LS3s. By the way, this post was written in 2017. We do our best to update links and info,…
The Chevrolet Performance ZZ502/502 Deluxe Crate Motor is one of the most popular Big-Block crate engine for street and strip. It is a benchmark crate motor for the industry and offers an excellent value with a proven combination of performance features. Its 508 horsepower and 580 lb.-ft. of torque demand your full attention, and it…