The Summer 2026 issue of F-Series Builder’s Guide is a celebration of everything that makes Ford trucks timeless, from family-built classics to modern showstoppers. This issue is led by the cover story The Duomo, a three-generation panel truck transformed by Fat Fender Garage, and it perfectly sets the tone for a lineup full of heart, craftsmanship, and serious attention to detail. Inside, you’ll find a wide range of builds including a beautifully executed 1970 F-100 in Made in Michigan, a stunning dentside in Blue Chrome, the unmistakable candy-striped F-350 in Candy Cane, and a clean and classy camper special in The Green Specialty. Things get even more fun with Quiet to Riot, a Cummins-swapped F-100 built purely for enjoyment, and The ’74, the truck that sparked a lifelong obsession with classic Ford pickups. This issue also brings full coverage from SEMA 2025, plus hands-on tech features including an IHC traction bar install and a 2024 F-150 DS18 audio upgrade. With new parts, real tech, and some of the best F-Series builds around, this issue delivers exactly what Ford truck fans love to read about.
ARTICLES IN THIS ISSUE
Below is a selection of articles in F-Series Builders Guide Summer 2026.
MADE IN MICHIGAN – Building the Dream
A day at Mobsteel and Detroit Steel Wheel Co. blends shop work and local culture, with visits to Cork & Gable in Corktown adding character to the routine.
BLUE CHROME – The Show-Stopper of 1976
Ryan Bacher showcases his 1976 Ford F-100 Ranger, blending original restored parts with custom styling to create a clean, eye-catching show truck.
CANDY CANE – The Candy Man’s F-350
Brent Willsey showcases his 1997 Ford F-350, a mostly original build with classic styling, highlighting the timeless appeal of Ford’s OBS truck era.
THE DUOMO – A 3-Generation Panel Truck Transformed by Fat Fender Garage
Trucks often become part of the family, serving generations with reliability and hard work, supporting farms, ranches, and small businesses, and creating deep emotional bonds that make them hard to part with.
SEMA SHOW 2025 – It’s Everything You Imagined and More
At the SEMA Show 2025, classic Ford F-100 builds stood out, blending vintage style with modern performance upgrades, proving these trucks remain relevant, drivable, and deeply rooted in enthusiast culture.
QUIET TO RIOT – Built to Have Fun!
This story reflects the intense journey of building custom projects, where challenges, teamwork, and perseverance blur the line between family and “shop family,” making the final success deeply rewarding and meaningful.
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