CHRIS’ COLUMN
HONESTLY, HOW many times have you seen a close buddy or online acquaintance commit to a fully custom truck build knowing full well they’re never going to complete it? You can inspire them as much as possible with problemsolving suggestions or even a daily motivational quote you found online, but at the end of the day, you and I both know they don’t have the fortitude to see it through to the end.
Some guys just have it, and some guys don’t. Which one are you?
No matter how much planning, preparation and parts you have ready ahead of schedule, there’s going to be barriers along the way that have to be overcome, whether they’re financial miscalculations, family matters or health concerns. These trucks won’t finish themselves and they really don’t care about your personal problems. A true level of dedication is required for any high-level build, and patience may be your most valuable commodity.
As we dive deep into our latest
C10 project truck for 2019, we are constantly reminded of how many details get missed during the planning stages. Finding available long-term shop space, extended shipping times due to backups and even the occasional return process for an incorrectly ordered item will undoubtedly be some of the hurdles you will come across in your own build.
An old wrestling coach once told me the key to victory is simple: “Patience and consistency.” Now being three months deep into this truck that will be known as “The Raven,” I can see how that mentality can carry through in most situations.
Flip through the pages to read all about this exciting project and jump online to send us some photos of yours. Add a decent description and maybe we can show it o to the rest of the readers and get their opinions. The next issue of C10 Builder’s Guide will be stu ed with tech stories that can give you some insight as to the complexity of the project. Do you want to tackle it on your own, and can you really dedicate the time, money and mental stability to finish what you started? Only time will tell. See you guys out there!