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This article from Hot Rod magazine discusses the transformation of a 1971 Malibu wagon into a powerful pro-touring vehicle. The project began with a basic LS-swap and pro-touring upgrades, but eventually evolved into a complete overhaul with the help of various shops and the Roadster Shop's Fast Track chassis. The wagon was equipped with high-performance suspension, shocks, brakes, and wheels, as well as a boost-ready stroker LS3 engine from Shafiroff Racing Engines. The article highlights the wagon's impressive power, handling, and versatility, making it suitable for various driving experiences. [Extracted from the article]

"The Ram pulled the trailer great, and the trailer handled the trails with ease", Harrison says. Harrison added a 3-inch AEV lift kit, AEV High Steer Kit, and Bilstein B8 5100 shocks for better handling and steering while running 37x12.50R17 Toyo Open Country R/T tires. "The Ram pulled the trailer great, and the trailer handled the trails with ease", Harrison says. [Extracted from the article]

Revolution gears and ARB Air Lockers were added to the axles, and Kurt designed and built custom bumpers and rock sliders for the Wagoneer. Steering on these ball joint axles is more complicated than a kingpin Dana 60 due to the knuckle design, but Brody added a passenger-side knuckle from Off Road Unlimited to put the drag link above the leaf springs. He also owns ProtoFab, an industrial service millwright contractor and fabrication facility in Reno, so it was no big deal for Kurt to help Brody make the custom bumpers and sliders for his Wagoneer. [Extracted from the article]

Most truck manufacturers had a panel truck based on their light-truck chassis, and that was the delivery van of the era. Though some Carryalls with higher-end appointments were sometimes called station wagons, the term sport/utility eventually defined the comfort-enhanced Carryall. When a four-wheel-drive option was added to the conventional light-duty truck lineup, it included the Town Wagon and Town Panel. He happened to have a '65 donor truck, so he swapped the entire 6,000-GVW V-8 drivetrain into the '62, as well as the Braden LU-2 PTO winch and a 3,500-pound axle that became available late in the Sweptline era. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers a review of 2019 Ram Power Wagon.

The article offers information on the 70th anniversary of the 2019 Grand National Roadster Show, as the longest- running indoor car show in Los Angeles, California. It mentions that the show presented hot rods, rat rods and muscle cars, with America’s Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR). It offers information on the 1966 Dodge Polara station wagon developed by Hot Rods.

Bumpers installed on 1957 Chevys sold in California had one-piece front bumpers to satisfy state vehicle codes meant to prevent the hassle of tangled bumpers in low speed impacts. Optional on two-door convertibles and hardtops (but not on four-doors, wagons, pillar-coupes), turbo cars were officially sold - and badged - as Spyders. This sad 1969 SS396 reminds us that Chevrolet stripped the SS396 of its special 138 style code prefix after 1968. While base engines were fed by two downdraft one-barrel carbs (one for each bank of cylinders), and the mid-level power pack engine got four carbs (two for each bank for better fuel distribution and greater volume), the top-performing turbocharged Corvair Spyder engine got just one carburetor. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Max-Bilt 1949 Willys Northwoods Edition 663 Wagon.

The article presents step-by-step instruction for repairing the doors of the 57 Ford wagon by mechanic Mick Jenkins.

The article evaluates a wagon 1957 Bel Air offered by Chevrolet.

The Shooting Brake's footprint is identical to the G70 sedan's, and it's the same height overall. The G70 Shooting Brake is perhaps the most desirable version of our 2019 Car of the Year. Departments & Features "Shooting brake" is an old coachbuilding term, from the days when the English upper classes would don their tweeds, pick up their 12-gauge Purdey shotguns, climb aboard a horse-drawn wagon, and head out onto the moors to spend the day blazing away at grouse, partridge, or pheasant. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides the customization of 2000 BMW 323I Touring. Topics discussed installation of S54B32 M3 engine swap, Fluid MotorUnion velocity stacks, oil catch can; changes in Porsche 996 front and rear calipers and front rear Work Brombacher wheels in Burning blac; and addition of interior and exterior design with E46 M3 hood, side skirts, mirrors, front bumper; and E46 M3 Nappa black front seats, front seat headrests in rear seats.

A photo essay which documents how Richard Warf built the Power Wagon of his dreams starting with a rough '43 Dodge Power Wagon and an '86 Ford F-350 is presented.

A photo essay which documents how Steve Maxfield built a Durango with almost all stock Power Wagon parts from a wrecked truck is presented.

The article features the 1983 Malibu wagon restored by enthusiast Dan Gefre. Influenced by his grandfather into drag racing, the car has six different engines with increasing power. He calls his car Dirty Girl because it composed of mostly used parts. He also had its exhaust system custom built at Sharadon Performance in Hugo, Minnesota.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for building a budget 1955 wagon project.

The article offers brief information on several Chrysler's automobiles that were auctioned by Barrett-Jackson on June 23-25, 2016 such as the 1970 Super Bee coupe, the 1961 300G convertible, and the Dodge Power Wagons.

The article offers information on the 2013 West Coast Nationals at the Alameda County Fairground in Pleasanton, California. The event features more than 3,500 hot rods, customs, street machines, muscle cars, and classic trucks. They include the indigo blue of Ken Robesky's '29 roadster, the chopped-and-dropped '49 Chevy custom driven by Brett Cowan, and the 1960 Rambler American two-door wagon owned by Bob Rose.

The truck features a Cummins 6BT in front of a 48RE transmission and an NP271 transfer case. Desert Power Wagons, of Scottsdale, Arizona, infused a '49 Power Wagon with a custom chassis, more cab space, a modern powertrain, and much more - and it all went to auction. Inside, Dakota Digital instruments monitor the truck's vitals while the driver and passenger recline in seats sourced from a Cadillac CTS. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on repair and restoration of a 1963 Chevrolet station II surf wagon, owned by Markas Platt, to improve its performance. It discusses use of Street Avenger carburetors and vacuum secondaries, change of jets and tuning, and thermostat to control heating. Comments by tuner Ernie Mena and details of tests conducted to rate engine transmission are discussed.

The article describes the experience of Harold Trout in owning a '80 Malibu wagon. The main purpose of Trout is to have a place to put his 650hp big-block with 489 cylinder. The wagon Trout purchased is already back-halved and fitted with a 4.10-equipped Dana 60 sporting massive tires. Restoration was finished in time for the Car Craft Summer Nationals. Detailed technical description of the wagon is given including its 0.030-over, four-bolt main 454 engine, Turbo 350 transmission and exhaust with a Hooker Super Comp headers.

The article discusses the features of a 1949 Plymouth coupe owned by Bob Rosencrants and a 1960 Rambler wagon owned by LuAnn Lesher. According to the author, Rosencrants' Plymouth has only 2,000 hours in the build and is one of the sharpest Plymouths to roll on down the road in a while. Lesher's Rambler features 17-inch wheels and a complete set of 7-inch-wide American five-spokes.

The article discusses the 75th anniversary of the launch of the 1935 Chevy Suburban Carryall truck-based wagon.

The article focuses on the cosmetic restoration of the 1952 Dodge Coronet Sierra Estate Wagon of Jack Boyle. Topics discussed include Boyle's creative process for repairing automobile, wife Penny of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and willingness to leave the body in its original configuration. Also mentioned are the between the engine and transmission, suspension, and performance of the wagon.

Presents information on the modifications on wagons models from 1950 to 1970. Features of the 1951 Ford Crown/Custom Victoria automobile; Modifications on the 1959-1961 Studebaker Lark automobile; Design of the 1967/1956 `Camaromad' automobile.

The article presents the engine performance upgrades conducted on a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee adventure wagon. It claims that the upgrades and maintenance methods used in the wagon could also be used in other model engines. Several parts were supplied by Summit Racing Equipment, including a Firepower Ignition kit from David Unified Ignition (DUI), an Odyssey battery and a high-volume water pump.

DEPARTMENTS We took a trip through the Four Wheeler archives to July of 1966 where Lee A. Sturtevant convinced us why it was necessary for his Dodge Power Wagon to run around with a '57 blown 392 Hemi. As far as Lee was aware, his Hemi was one of the first (if not the first-ever) to use a pair of Weber DCOE carburetors on a streetable vehicle. Lee even told a story of sitting in line waiting to enter a car show where his engine idled happily and cool for the better part of an hour while other custom-built race cars and roadsters around him had to power down their steaming engines. [Extracted from the article]

The Vega mudder got its power from another junkyard gem - the 454 out of a smashed '70 Caprice that Bernard fixed up with a pair of Carter 625-cfm four-barrels, a set of stove-pipe headers, and a laundry list of power-adding accoutrements. To keep the Vega looking sharp while fending off barrages of mud and stones, Bernard had it painted with 14 coats of Ditzler's Delron candy apple red followed by 11 coats of clear and airbrushed lettering. When we caught up with Bernard, he was already planning the next upgrades to the Vega, which included a 468ci alcohol-injected Chevy block and a set of 60-series differentials. [Extracted from the article]

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including the opportunity of testing the Mercedes AMG GLC 63 automobile with racer Tommy Kendall, the E63 Wagon, and a tribute to race-car driver, Jerry.

The article refers to transformation of 77 AMC Pacer The Flying Fishbowl owned by Don Ashworth. Topics discussed include car was sent off to Carl Green Enterprises for its transformation; Pacer's original rear hatch opened wagon-style by a hinge on the roof; and Don Ashorth's '77 Pacer today lives in Darryl Starbird's National Rod & Custom Car Hall of Fame Museum an hour north of Tulsa, Oklahoma, appearing to sport the same paintjob, wheels.

The article focuses on the editor telling about the car he had the most fun remodelling or customising like the 1970 Super Bee automobile, flatfender Jeep and 1979 Pontiac Bonneville Safari wagon.

Several photographs of automobiles are presented including a 1960 Parkwood wagon, a 1973 Camaro Z28, and a 2003 Mustang Cobra.

The article offers information on Get Trucked Up Giveaway, sponsored by Yokohama Tire Corporation and Nitro Circus, to be held from October 15, 2017, and mentions that the winners of the competition will get Ram 2500 Power Wagon Crew Cab.

The article offers the author's insights on his project to upgrade the 1968 Camaro automobile called Track Rat to display at the 2016 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. It discusses his work with a 1971 Chevelle wagon which rides on a Global West suspension and is powered by a Chevrolet Performance LS376 engine.

Photographs of several vintage cars and other vehicles sent by the readers are presented including a 1974 model of 454ci Chevy pickup owned by Ken Bregren from Peoria, Arizona, a Radio Flyer wagon hot rodded by Tim and Jim McNeill, and a 1930 Ford Model A pickup owned by Chris Hoover.

Photographs of several hot rod engines and automobiles including a 1961 Rambler Classic owned by Matthew Darnell, a 1997 Pontiac Firebird built by Wayne Tirey, and a 1974 Vega Wagon by Anthony Dickens, are presented.

The article reports on the construction of the Zephyr Flyer red wagon by retired engineer Tad Berkebile where most of the parts came from the night machining class provided by Placer Adult School in Auburn, California.

The article evaluates the 2012 Ram Power Wagon, the recipient of the 2012 Pickup Truck of the Year award.

The article highlights the modifications done to a 2007 Yukon GMC 4x4 Yukon wagon, including on the suspension components and tires, to get it ready for off-highway adventure and performance.

The author explores the early trends of wagons and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) including Ford Country Squire, Jeep Grand Wagoneers, and Chrysler Town & Country. He provides a detailed description of Bentley Bentayga and Maserati Levante SUVs. The author also discusses the growth of automobile market in the U.S. during 2015, particularly the SUV/crossover market.

The article features the '71 Dodge Coronet wagon, a factory Pistol Grip four-speed car.

The article features the 1962 model of Rambler wagon designed by Brian Gannon.

Focuses on the historical background of the Wonder Wagon automobile. Structural design and dimensions; Identification of the Buttera-built Vega panel wagons as the original Wonder Wagon; Launch of the automobile at the 1972 NHRA Supernationals.

The article focuses on the challenge of upgrading a '63 Willys wagon to a 4x4. Topics discussed include the precise settings ensured by the overall steering geometry and modification of steering knuckles. The replacement of aftermarket wheels and assessment of power steering performance are mentioned.

The article evaluates a 2010 Power Wagon by Ram trucks, & also outlines its features.