KING OF THE ROAD
May 19, 2025
THE AUTO BUILDER
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Back From The Dead
Leon Sneed and Chris de Melo are the men behind Big House Customs, a Mustang restoration and customization shop in Dayton, Tennessee. We met them after moving our company to Dayton, the town we now call home. Like anyone else who runs their own shop, they are constantly on the lookout for project cars to fill in the gaps when customers don’t bring in cars, and that’s exactly what De Melo was doing when he saw a newspaper ad selling miscellaneous Mustang parts.
Super-High Super Duty
Tall lift kits used to mean a rough ride. Times have changed—the suspension aftermarket has figured out how to accommodate huge meats without inflicting permanent kidney damage on the driver and passengers. Computer-modeling and other engineering advancements prioritize ride quality into the suspension design. Spring packs with more, thinner leafs is an example of how tall-truck suspension philosophy has evolved.
The Cold Facts
Typically, winter isn’t the time of year when we are thinking about a car’s air-conditioning system…or is it? It’s understandable that we would tend to think about “fixing” the A/C during the dog days of summer, July or August, but once the car is put up for the winter, those hot and humid days are often forgotten. And short of those comfortable windows-down driving months, when we first pull out the car again for the next season, it’s smart to think about giving the A/C system the attention it needs. So, we think this is a great time to present to you troubleshooting highlights so that you can rip into the car and upgrade the necessary areas before the cycle continues.
Spotlighter
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Intellitronix Analog Gauge Panel for Squarebody GM Trucks (1973–1987)
If your 1973–1987 Chevy truck’s dash looks like it’s still stuck in the Carter administration, it’s time for an upgrade.
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The Auto Builder Staff
Photos courtesy of Intellitronix
Bring your Squarebody’s dash into the modern era with the Intellitronix Analog Replacement Gauge Panel (AP6004) — a killer upgrade that blends classic analog style with next-gen performance and precision.
Show-Stopping Style and Function
The black polycarbonate face with its subtle brushed stroke finish instantly transforms your interior from dated to show-ready. Inside, you’ll find a full set of precision analog gauges — 160 MPH speedometer, 8K tachometer, oil pressure, water temp, voltmeter, and fuel level — all backed by a Lifetime Factory Warranty.
Performance That’s Built In:
- One-button speedometer calibration works with any tire size, gear ratio, or transmission.
- Built-in trip meter, high-speed recall, 0–60 time, and ¼-mile ET tracking.
- Automatic nighttime dimming for perfect visibility in any light.
- Works with mechanical or electronic transmissions — or go all-in with GPS precision.
Upgrade Your Setup with These Premium Add-Ons
- GPS Speedometer Sending Unit: Plug-and-play, 3-wire hookup with built-in GPS accuracy. Works with 4000, 8000, or 16000 PPM speedometers — no recalibration, no guesswork. Perfect for trucks running custom gears or oversized tires.
- Universal Gauge Harness: Clean up your wiring the right way. This 8′ color-coded harness includes quick-connects for easy removal, plus connectors for water temp, oil pressure, tach, volt, fuel, speedo, dash lights, turn indicators, and high beam. Professional look. Hassle-free install.
- LS Swap Kit: Dial in your modern GM powerplant with everything you need — 12mm & 16mm bushings plus a 10K-½ watt resistor. Keeps your LS talking perfectly with your Intellitronix setup.
Easy Install and Complete Package
🛠️ Includes: All sending units, sensors, hardware, and an acrylic faceplate — everything you need to get your gauges live and accurate fast.
Why It Rocks
BOTTOM LINE: If your ’73–’87 Chevy or GMC truck still rocks that tired factory cluster, it’s time to step it up. The Intellitronix Analog Gauge Panel delivers show-stopping looks, race-ready accuracy, and bulletproof reliability — all in one slick package.
💥 LIFETIME WARRANTY. LEGENDARY LOOKS. NEXT-LEVEL PERFORMANCE.
👉 Grab yours now at IntellitronixGauges.com and transform your dash today.
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