Raybestos Brakes partnered with Schwartz Performance to restomod a 1953 Chevrolet 3600 Pickup Truck…
The build started off with a running driving 1953 pickup truck, but watch as they transform this timeless classic into a Pro Touring beast.
1953 Chevrolet 3600 Raybestos Restomod Build Specifications:
- Engine: 2017 Gen V LT-based L83 5.3L (425 hp)
- Transmission: Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed
- Frame & Suspension: Schwartz Performance Bolt-In G-Machine chassis; Ridetech single-adjustable coilovers
- Wheels: Forgeline ML3C 3-pc Forged wheels, 18×9, 18×12
- Tires: BFG Rival S tires, 275/35/18 front, 335/30/18 rear
- Brakes: Raybestos front & rear brake system- 14” Advanced Technology rotors, 4-piston HD calipers, and Raybestos Truck brake pads
- Exhaust: Modified LS7 Z28 exhaust manifolds to fit LT heads; Custom 2.5″ stainless steel exhaust, mandrel-bent & TIG welded, with Magnaflow mufflers & SLP resonators
- Paint and Body: Bodywork and Paint by Schwartz Performance; Color: Light Toreador Metallic (PPG)
Full Build Playlist
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Reveal
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Teardown
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Chassis Update
Raybestos 53' Chevy 3600 Cab Update
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Chassis Update 2
Raybestos 53' Chevy 3600 Build Parter Highlight: Dakota Digital
Raybestos 53' Chevy 3600 Build Parter Highlight: Dirty Dingo Motorsports
Raybestos 53' Chevy 3600 Build Parter Highlight: Vintage Air
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Body Update
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Rotors and Calipers Mockup
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Product Update: Rotors & Calipers
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Build Update
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Rear Bumper
Underneath the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Serpentine Drive Update
Machining the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Serpentine Drive Prototype
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Fuel Line
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Chassis Update 3
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Update: Paint Job
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Brake System Update
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 OPTIMA Battery
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 TMI Seats
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Update: Bed Lining on Inner Fenders
Header Fasteners on the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Forgeline Wheels
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Brakes Update
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Interior
TMI Headliner on the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600
Tires, Wheels and Brakes on the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600
Under the Hood of the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600
Dakota Digital Gauges on the Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600
Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600 Engine
The Finished Raybestos '53 Chevy 3600