“Bagged Violet”
TODD is frequently complimented on his C10’s paint. The unique color of the truck, which he calls “Bagged Violet,” is difficult to accurately describe. The predominant hue covering most of the body inside and out is a Cassidy Custom blend of Vibrant Violet centrally divided by Summit White. Sir Isaac Newton’s definition of violet is the color of light at the short end of the visible spectrum, somewhere between blue and ultraviolet. When the soft light of the setting sun produces the luminescent glow on “Bagged Violet” arrow straight body panels, it is virtually indescribable.
hood. Joe Gonzales from G & G Performance in Tomball, Texas, rebuilt the bottom end, and then topped it with a mild cam feeding a pair of LS1 heads. A CVF Racing serpentine kit drives all the external accessories.
Matching Corvette injectors squirt through polished ports to enhance air flow. Once it has completed the task of creating combustion, burnt gases exit through a set of ceramic coated Hedman headers. A free-flowing exhaust system built by COD Muffler in Conroe, Texas, runs along the frame beside a built 4L60E, and then exits in front of the rear wheels.
To ensure that the engine compartment was just as appealing as the rest of the truck, everything installed by the factory was removed. To accommodate the lowered stance a pair of Slosh Tubz were ordered from Mike Losh. That wheel tub invoice included a full set of Slosh Panelz filler panels
as well. Every inch was prepped and primed before fitting the new parts in place. The firewall and inner fenders were made to match with the panels Mike provided, then the new tubs were bolted in place.
Sublime Interior
Inside the cab is a soothing combination of oyster gray shades that slightly softens the vibrant violet tones. The original bench seat was restored, then covered with vinyl by Mario at Sublime Heights in Houston. Under the custom contoured seat, a darker shade of oyster gray carpet covers the floor with matching mats.
A Dakota Digital VHX gauge cluster combines with a Retro Manufacturing receiver to fill the dash with modern amenities while retaining a vintage vibe. This combination is topped off with a Forever Sharp polished billet steering wheel that is wrapped to match the seat.
The Retro Sound “Long Beach” radio sends power to a pair of Alpine Type-r 6.5-inch speakers mounted below brushed aluminum panels down low in the door. In the cab corners, a set of 6x4-inch Alpine Type-r balance out the audio package. To ensure the system is capable of producing hard hitting lows, a Bazooka bass tube fills the void behind the seat.
With the project completed, Todd ventured out to display the C10 at the Lonestar Throwdown show. Admirers were drawn the truck’s indescribable paint color—one that you have to see for yourself! Keep your eye out for this one-of-a-kind stunner!