Author Archive: Bryan McTaggart
How Long Will Chevrolet Chevelle Lagunas Be Underrated? This Gorgeous 1974 Model Is Begging For Repairs And The Big Block It Deserves!
I might be a bit biased in liking the 1973-77 Chevrolet Chevelle…even though mine was one of the most rusty bodies I’ve ever encountered, period, that didn’t dampen my opinion of...
This SRT-8 Powered Plymouth Duster Proves That Anything Can Be A Bitchin’ Race Car If You Are Brave Enough To Try!
Dare to be different only goes so far with some people. Instead of doing a Camaro, they’ll do a Nova or a Malibu, just because it’s close enough. Whatever happened to taking the unloved...
BangShift Project Files: Bucking The LS Trend With A V6 Firebird That Is Being Built To Carve Corners!
BangShift member “WarShrike” and his 2000 Pontiac Firebird have been around the forums for quite a while, making one hell of an impression with his desire to retain the 3.8L V6 that the...
Unknown Parts Counter Guy: When It Comes To The Infighting, Let’s Get Something Straight…
As I’ve come to learn over time, there are effectively three groups of people that work to keep the cars of America running and driving in a safe order: Service advisors, mechanics and...
Another One? Yep, We Found Another Chevrolet Avalanche Prototype Carved Out Of A Suburban!
Yes, another Chevrolet Suburban was found that has been cut up into some kind of gigantic four-door ute. I want to say that I’m surprised, but I’m not. What I am surprised at is that...
Rough Start: Diving Off Of The Deep End With A Road Race Ready Ford Fairmont
Ever come across a Craigslist ad that has some jacked up photos that still intrigue you? Yeah…I wasn’t looking for anything too special when I plugged “Ford Fairmont” into my...
What Happens When You Convert A Subaru Impreza To Rear Wheel Drive And Toss In A Killer Boxer? Drift Car!
Subaru Imprezas that have had the screws turned in the right direction are nothing short of a riot. They launch with ease, corner like a cheetah that sees you as dinner, and don’t sound like a...
Craigslist Find: Truck For Sale Cheap, Recently Washed. Free Plow Attached!
Sometimes, a picture isn’t worth a thousand words…it’s worth a thousand questions. Like “How in the hell did the truck wind up on the bottom of a lake?”, “Is this...
What Can A Skidpad Do For You As A Driver? Randy Pobst Is Back With Another Lesson For Those Who Want To Hone Their Driving Skills!
The skidpad: a useful tool or an invitation for sideways hoonery that won’t kill your tires off in a matter of minutes? While we all know it’s really both, the skidpad is an extremely...
Scrapple, Your Guide To The “meh”-Worthy News! This Week, Tasty Wiring, A $999 Back Seat, And More!
Another week, another week closer to ditching winter. While we wait with baited breath for Punxsutawney Phil to make his annual appearance in public…and I prepare for another week of wanting...
Angrier Grandpa: Check Out This Viper V-10 Powered Chrysler 300C Drift Car!
Project Angry Grandpa, our gold-brick 2006 Chrysler 300C, is a pretty stout car for what it is intended to be: a fun mile-muncher that can occasionally go full-kill and have some fun. While the...
Question Of The Day: How Do You Explain This Hobby To Those Who Will Never Understand It?
Call it a hobby, call it a sickness, call it whatever you feel. But if you read this site, and have an interest in just about anything we might possibly post, chances are good that you suffer from...
Daily Driver Pro Street? This 1988 Ford Thunderbird Would Look Great In A Sea Of Gray Potato-Mobiles!
Why is it that the Fox and MN-12 Ford Thunderbirds and Mercury Cougars aren’t as popular as their Ford Mustang cousin? They’re effectively the same car, just with a bit of useable...
Think Your Project Car Is Finished? Hot Rod Garage Is Willing To Bet It Isn’t! Watch As They Show You Where To Pick Up Extra Horsepower With Some Tuning!
Are you getting the most out of your build? Are you sure about that? It’s kind of a loaded question to ask someone who has been busting their ass, getting their car together, but it’s a...