LS1-Powered 1975 Chevy Luv with Custom Suspension

LS1-Powered 1975 Chevy Luv with Custom Suspension

Dane Howell's 1975 Chevy Luv, featured at the 2021 LS Fest, showcases his passion for mini-trucks. He transformed his daily driver by installing a mostly stock LS1 engine and a Turbo 400 transmission. To enhance performance, Dane created custom lower control arms and incorporated QA1 coilovers with Wilwood brake components. The truck rides on C5 Corvette wheels, and its modifications also include a Ford 8.8 rear axle and custom flares. The build highlights innovation in swapping and fabricating parts to maintain the essence of the mini-truck while integrating modern power.

Built by:
Dane Howell
Location:
USA
Vehicle:
1975 Chevrolet LUV
Engine:
5.7L V8 LS1 Turbo
Cost:
-
Power:
-
Torque:
-
Weight:
-
Balance:
-
Wheels:
C5 Corvette wheels
Exterior:
Custom front splitterCustom flares from scrap metal
Interior:
B&M floor-mounted shifter
Chassis:
QA1 coiloversCustom lower control armsS10 spindlesWilwood brake master cylinder
Powertrain:
Turbo 400 transmissionFord 8.8 rear axleCanton Racing Products Accusump
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