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The 1951 Willys pickup that Matt Steele got from Willie B last year is in the shop for the first time. We will build a new firewall, tear down the engine for some new upgrades, and build out the Dana 44 axles that will end up under the truck.
The newest debate when it comes to off-road: what is superior, a SXS or a full-size vehicle? We explore the reasons why one would want one over the other, while we do some upgrades to both along the way.
The owner of these two trucks loves the GMC brand. We get his newest project, a 1946 pickup, moving with an LS swap, while the daily driver OBS GMC gets outfitted with a new A/C system, so his drives are a little more comfortable.
Since most Jeeps these days only get driven around town, owners who want to modify them need to make sure they have the best possible road-ride quality. We focus today on just that, plus an exhaust that we can adjust on the fly.
Today, we explore how to fit as big of a tire as possible under a Chevy 2500 AT4 with a small leveling kit. Matt and Bruno will discuss how wheel offset effects fender clearance, and how the right offset can set you up to run larger tires.
The Chevy 2500 AT4 is back in the shop for some maintenance and additional power after adding larger 37-inch tires. We will then go to a small town to see semi-trucks throw down to see who can tow 120,000 pounds uphill the quickest.
Matt and Bruno give a Ford F-100 a complete suspension makeover using dropouts from two different vehicles, showing what it takes to get IFS and IRS from modern sports cars under an old truck.
This project kicks off with some basic building blocks like wiring and roll cage, steering, and more.
The owner of this Ram 2500 is looking to get his mobile mechanic business off the ground, and he has asked for a little help; the guys outfit his truck with a safe place for his tools and everything he'll need to get the job done.
The Scrambler project the guys started earlier this year is back and ready for some more work. They get the body ready for paint and start placing the drivetrain, so when the body is off getting worked on, the chassis can continue being built.
The Bronco we are working on today already looks great, but we want to make it better with two things; we make the engine sound great and give it comforts not found on any convertible sport utility; then we play with some futuristic technology.
It is Matt and Bruno's turn to do some upgrades on Willie B's CJ-7 that will be headed out to California; working on the gears and axles, as well as giving it a custom set of bead locks.
A retired veteran with a pressure-washing business is tired of his C10's long warm-ups and poor stopping power; we address both issues with a new intake and carb setup and a new brake system.
As a how-to show dedicated exclusively to trucks, 4x4s and SUVs, Truck U finds monster-truck expert Matt Steele and master mechanic Bruno Massel involved in hands-on projects crucial to serious off-roading and truck performance.
This two-door Jeep JL is the best deal out there for open-air cruising; we toss the hard top for an easy-to-use soft top and add some additional versatility to the doors, while also giving it a few more creature comforts for everyday use.
On this Comanche, we do some metalwork to the fenders, showing how you can run a larger tire; check out a throwback to the previous Comanches and see where they are now.
Truck U gets out of the shop and takes in the sights of the 2025 SEMA Show; we see what's new and what cool truck projects people have been working on for the past year.
Selecting the proper donor truck for a project; problem areas inside an engine.
Working on vehicles that get to live in an off-road paradise; two Can Am Maverick X3s get fixed and upgraded and a Ford Raptor gets new set of shocks to better handle the off-road track and getting to take them out and see how they do.
The 20th-anniversary Colorado product; the guys reveal and install the engine and transmission combination; then they upgrade the rear axle and experiment with a steering-knuckle swap up front.
The guys give a 1972 C10 more traction, more go and good looks.
Matt and Bruno fabricate a bed rack for an SXS and then outfit it with a rooftop tent and all the needed accessories.
This truck was passed down to a family after they lost their father, who was known to always help a neighbor; the guys at Truck U build the truck the way their father always wanted it, starting with a lift kit and wheels, then adding accessories.
Matt and Bruno get first dibs on a Kia Telluride that is being built for TotalEnergies' SEMA booth; they put a lift, wheels and tires on it and add the ultimate overland and tailgate accessory.
The owner of a Ram TRX and a Polaris gets upgrades for both.
This Gladiator goes all over the country, from dirt roads to highways. The owner wants to tackle some issues with blind spots, install a new, do-it-all radio head unit, and add a couple accessories that any road-tripping overland rig should have.
There are three vehicles from a family farm in the shop, and each one needs a little attention; from suspension to brakes, Matt and Bruno make sure these vehicles keep on operating smoothly and give a little advice on who shouldn't be operating them.
A Dodge Ram is in the shop with a body and engine combination; this truck gets a new timing chain and more; the guys put the final touches on the 20th-anniversary Colorado before taking it to the track to burn off some rubber.
A K10 is getting some attention after 20 years; first, the guys will get the engine running right with an EFI, then take care of some worn-out items and a few things the owner just doesn't like.
There are two different landscapes when it comes to off-roading East and West; builds may be similar.
Modern engine power outputs means drivers don't need a V-8 for moderate hauling; the guys outfit a V-6 Ram to tow more comfortably, with better oil cooling and stopping, plus a few items every truck should have knocked off its wish list.
A veteran who always helps others owns an orange TJ; the team returns the favor and gets some things done that he had put off, and reinforces the body inside and out, and adds some much-needed armor and recovery.
The owner of a C10 did nice work on his truck himself, but he ran out of time to finish the interior, wiring and some work on the drivetrain; Matt and Bruno pick up the slack and get his C10 closer to the finish line.
Matt loves his Tundra, and when a friend recently picked up a new one, he handed it over to Matt to build it any way he wanted. From a lift and oversized wheels to tires and all the necessary accessories, they'll get this truck sitting just right.
Ram trucks are a powerhouse in the world of towing, where reliability is key; one place they fall short is the transmission; Matt and Bruno do a deep dive into the 68RFE transmission and replace one with a new bullet-proofed transmission.
The guys work on an F-250 that is starting its journey to being a show truck; it gets a custom-painted lift and shiny big wheels.
Jeep has been in a league of its own for many years, but that's not the case anymore; with new competition entering the field, Matt and Bruno show what makes the Jeep unique; they also touch up a Tahoe with rough paint for better resale.
Everything is getting more expensive, and the truck market has been hit hard; discussing how to protect an investment, plus some quick-and-easy upgrades; Bruno takes in the 2023 SEMA Show.
A Tacoma's owner wants it set up to go over rough terrain at high speeds; starting with an extreme suspension, the guys work the truck over to do one thing: go full speed through the desert.
The shop is once again filled with a backlog of projects; the guys tackle a death wobble on a Ford Super Duty, outfit a 4Runner for product training and finish off an F-150 project with a new bed liner.
The guys make sure a truck looks right for a tailgate party with a little lift, some aggressive tires and accessories galore.
New trucks are expensive, so the guys start with a reasonably priced, brand-new Ford Maverick; Lift, tires, bed cover, racks and more should get this Maverick overland ready.
The frame of a C-10 truck undergoes a 2-inch drop; an assortment of cool new parts is bolted onto the vehicle.
Matt and Bruno work their magic on a Ford so the truck will sell faster at a dealership.
Bruno learns how a NASCAR team operates at Michael Waltrip Racing and attends an NHRA test session at Charlotte Motor Speedway's zMAX Dragway.
What to look for when searching for the perfect cab; how to get a small block engine wired and fired.
Bruno and Matt overhaul the bed of a 1966 Chevy truck.
Bruno and Matt perform some much-needed repairs on a food truck.
Matt and Bruno prepare a truck and a work bed for a local seafood distributor who wants to grow his business.
Can-Am Commanders are used for work and play.
A Jeep gets a long arm suspension kit and 37-inch tires; the refurbished vehicle is taken for an off-road test.
A stock Ford F-150 Raptor SVT is transformed into the ultimate chase truck to support a desert race team.
Broken axles are removed from a pro sled truck; upgrades are installed.
Matt and Bruno make custom modifications to a 1982 GMC's Cummins engine and dress up the vehicle's exterior.
What one must do to prepare a new Dodge Ram truck for towing toys.
How to fix common problems that arise from customizing trucks and UTVs.
The guys diagnose and fix a no-start Ford Power Stroke engine.