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1954 Chevy Truck with a 630 hp LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

Metalworks Speed Shop transformed a pile of panels into a pro-touring 1954 Chevy truck capable of selling at Barrett-Jackson for $330,000.

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

Under the shiny hood is a 6.0 L LSx V8 built by Ross Automotive Machine capable of 630 hp. The motor features a Holley intake manifold and FAST EZ-EFI throttle body. Exhaust is routed through a set of Ultimate headers to dual 2.5-inch pipes.

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

Behind the V8 is a Streetfighter converter and TCI 4L80E four-speed automatic transmission. A custom aluminum driveshaft sends power to a Strange 9-inch rear end equipped with a limited-slip differential, 3.70 ratio, and 31-spline axles.

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

Everything is supported by an Art Morrison GT Sport chassis. Up front are tubular control arms and Pro drop spindles. In back is a triangulated 4-link suspension. Each corner features a Strange coilover, Wilwood Pro Series disc brake, and a Boze Shifter 18-inch wheels.

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

Jon Lind Interiors covered the seats, console, and door panels in black and grey leather. A leather-wrapped steering wheel bolts to a Flaming River tilt column. The painted dash holds Dakota Digital HDX gauges and Vintage AC controls.

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

On the outside Metalworks Speed Shop coated everything in grey metallic paint. It is accented by black Cerakote trim and custom 3100 badging. The bed features a custom tailgate with LED taillights and oak floor.

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

1954 Chevy Truck with a LSx V8

Source: Metalworks Classics and Barrett-Jackson

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