Upgrading the exhaust system is part of the basic holy trinity of customizing (wheels, bumper, exhaust), which has its roots back to the earliest days of hot-rodding where “Go big, go loud, be proud!” falls perfectly instep with the mentality of vehicle lovers in general.

You can use plasma cutters on bumpers, on taillight bars, frames, cab structures, exhaust systems and mirror brackets – just about anywhere where a hole saw, hacksaw, or cut-off saw is too slow or too awkward. Fast and clean, a plasma cutter could move to the top of your metal cutting tool wish list.

Thinking of adding a custom steering wheel? Then our steering wheel buyer’s guide is a must-read. Few items on a custom rig makes as much of a statement to the owner about their truck than the steering wheel. It’s what the owner hold’s on to day in and day out and casts an eye toward innumerable times during a driving stint. It’s also the one singular item that catches the attention of all those who peek inside the cab. So making the right choice is…

Welder Comparison Chart
Which is best for your custom fab job: MIG, TIG, FCAW or Stick?
by Larry D. Walton

You don’t have to look very hard to find welds on your rig and probably don’t have to think long to remember the last time you needed some welding done on one of your custom projects. Welding is [...]

In a truly custom rig, the driver’s seat isn’t just a chair: It’s a throne. And like the throne in a palace, it commands attention and sets the tone for the rest of the king’s chamber. But the seat has to do more than just look good: It has to feel good when the rig is working. The premium seating market offers a wide range of options in looks, comfort, durability, and design fit for a king –or the owner of a custom rig wanting to make a statement at truck shows and on the road…

Owners of working class show trucks spend a lot of time driving at night and this time of year it’s in snow, rain and fog. Poor driving conditions necessitate running the best “auxiliary” lights on the market. here’s how to choose the perfect setup for your rig….

While legions of owner-operators are spending $500 to $1,500 to upgrade their stock sound system, another group of truckers don’t blink at dropping $5,000 or more for custom sound systems that rival those of show cars. If you love audio systems or are just looking for great information on the latest and greatest audio products, check out our audio guide…..

Check out our seat buyer’s guide chart to see how the different brands of premium seats stack up against each other. It’s part of Custom Rigs’ Web Extras!