Project Tarmac, Part 1: 2012 Ford F-150

2012 Ford F150 rendering   |   2012 Ford F150 rendering We're guilty of it as much as you are—you see a nice truck with paint, suspension, and some audio and you say, "That's a nice custom truck." My desktop dictionary defines the word "customize" as modifying according to individual requirements. Casey Scranton, the owner of this '12 F-150, doesn't "customize" like the average truck enthusiast. He and his dad, Ron, own CGS Motorpsorts, and have been taking pickups to the next level way back when they created Caddy Hack, a former cover truck in 1999 that dropped jaws with the best of 'em. Fast-forward to 2012, and the father and son combo have one of the most custom F-150s in the country. Over the next few months, we'll show you the major steps involved in transforming this Ford into a classy, tire-shredding hot rod with a bed. Take a look at this no-holding-back level of commitment, as we hope you'll be inspired to take your own truck to the next level.   |   1. Taking the brand-spankin'-new F-150 from the dealer lot, the father and son team of Ron and Casey Scranton wasted no time tearing down the suspension. Up front, the factory lower control arm bolts were busted loose, the lower arm given some slack, and the strut/coil spring assembly pulled free.
2012 Ford F150 whipple Supercharger   |   17. A quick trip was taken up to Fresno where Whipple Superchargers used this 5.0L-equipped F-150 to perform their supercharger R&D. The end results were staggering. Those chubby rear tires will definitely be needed thanks to 445 rwhp and 408 lb-ft of torque! Don't miss next month, where we'll show you the body mods and wild interior makeover, as well as give you an up close and personal tour of the truck inside and out.