I guess it would be a good idea to go over some of the finer points of this build considering I put this thread together while waiting for turkey on thursday
The truck is (as stated) a 2005 GMC Canyon with a 3.5L I5 and 4L60e transmission. Rated from the factory at 224hp, my goals are slight more lofty than GM had in mind.
The idea is simple: Take a daily driven, clean, inexpensive truck, and add some tasteful, well executed modifications in order to get better all around performance in all areas. I'm doing this with a mix of both factory and custom parts to create a unique, elegant, and attractive overall package that won't blow anyone away, but will draw attention to the finer details.
First and foremost was the STS turbo system which was designed and built by my close personal friend Jonny Vico. Jonny has a great deal of experience for someone of his age and is very good at making the best he can with what he has to work with. His work can be seen on many cars and trucks in the Fresno/Visalia area of California.
He started with a universal kit from STS and then did all the fabrication in his own garage with nothing to go on but a MIG welder and his wits. It's not the most beautiful thing in the world, but it serves to feed another goal of this project, which was to do as much of the work in the garages and shops of the 355nation as possible. This projects #1 goal is to get the community involved and excited about a project that they can all be a part of. One that shows what is possible when a group of people come together to help one another.
With this in mind, I'm also working with several smaller companies in order to promote their products, and develop new parts. Sinsity Kustomz (SSK) is already knee deep in creating a myriad of one-off billet parts for the interior and exterior of the truck. Custom door handles, tailgate handle, HVAC and light switch knobs, and battery tray, all machined from aluminum and black anodized.
HiLEDS.com and Auto Radio Stereo in Sacramento, CA have both done a great deal to help me with the interior and stereo work. I have been a customer at Auto Radio Stereo for a number of years and their knowledge and expertise extends far beyond the interior of your car. They have helped me on numerous occasions and have used my truck to represent their shop and its stellar work several times. They will continue to aide me with any electrical, interior, and stereo work that will be done, including the creation of a new center console, new seats, and fiberglass work.