The Sounds Of Summer Nights at Karl Kustoms has become a must-attend event for fans of hot rods, muscle cars, and custom vehicles of all types. Our latest gathering once again featured some stunning metal. Each car has a story to tell, and we picked two of our favorites to share with you here. The…
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The Sounds Of Summer Nights is a great way to spend an evening in the company of some of the best custom vehicles, hot rods, and muscle cars around. At Karl Kustoms, we love a car with a good story, and at our latest event, we chatted with many owners to get some background on…
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Wiring harnesses are critical components in modern vehicles, serving as the nervous system that connects various electrical components and systems. While these harnesses are designed to be durable, they can still go bad or fail over time. Why Wiring Harnesses Go Bad There are several reasons why wiring harnesses in vehicles can deteriorate and fail –…
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Thanks to its handsome lines and those distinctive rear suicide doors, the fourth-generation Lincoln Continental has long been a desirable classic. This particular 1969 Continental belongs to a very good customer of Karl Kustoms, and needed a comprehensive refresh to restore it to its former glory: Having refurbished four of this customer’s cars already, the…
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Your oil pan is located underneath the engine. This exposes it to all sorts of potential damage. It’s crucial to keep the oil pan in good condition; otherwise, the engine oil could leak out. Which would be disastrous for your engine. In this blog we cover some common causes of oil pan damage. Common Causes…
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If you’re a car enthusiast looking to boost your vehicle’s performance, you’ve likely considered an LS engine swap. Swapping in an LS engine can breathe new life into your ride, but it comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to wiring. In this blog post, we’ll dive deep into the wiring…
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Even though our owner, Carl Moyer, is known as a Chevy guy, he used to race a 1964 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt. Set up for drag racing with a 427 cubic inch V8 motor, just 100 of these cars were ever built. That’s why when he found another one, we decided to make a series of…
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Your vehicle’s oil system is what lubricates the engine. It does this by pumping oil from the sump through the engine’s oil channels. Now the way in which it does this depends on whether it is a wet or dry sump system. Ever wonder what a sump is? A sump, by definition, is a low space…
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Karl Kustoms loves hot rods and aftermarket performance parts that customize your ride. We don’t just sell parts; we also restore and upgrade cars in our dedicated workshop. Our more recent restorations included a body-off refurb of the classic Datsun 240Z sports car. We documented the build in a three-part video series, covering the work…
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When it comes to upgrading, modifying, or rebuilding a classic or performance car, getting all the right parts can be a daunting task. That’s where Connect and Cruise comes in. This term refers to the full package of parts you need to get your vehicle up and running. At Karl Kustoms, we always put the…
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