by Classic Industries News, on Oct 31, 2025 2:01:33 PM
There’s something special about your first truck — especially when it’s still part of your life years later. For Nicholas Prior of Holly, Michigan, that bond runs deep with his 1985 Chevrolet K10, a truck that’s been through high school hauls, late-night drives, and countless wrench-turning weekends.
by D. Brian Smith, on Sep 18, 2025 9:54:49 AM
Restoring a first- or second-generation GM C/K pickup is like reviving a bruiser from the golden era of GM haulers. But too many builds stall out - or worse, miss the mark - because folks overlook the details. Here’s a countdown of the biggest mistakes people make when wrenching on these rigs, so you don’t wind up with a money pit instead of a street legend.
Recognized as the undisputed leader of the Restoration Parts industry, Classic Industries is one of the largest and respected distributors of reproduction, performance and original GM and MOPAR parts and accessories in the industry. Located in Huntington Beach, California, Classic Industries has provided over 1,000,000 customers with parts and accessories they've needed to restore their vehicles for over four decades.
