9. Jason Gray, Amity, Oregon
1975 Chevy Blazer
Narrowed front and rear, this Blazer looks like it's ready to slither right through the Tank Trap, and it's driven by a gent with 25 years of experience.
Engine: 454ci GM V-8
Transmission: TH400
Transfer case: NP203/205 doubler
Axles, f/r: Dana 60/GM 14-bolt
Traction aids, f/r: Air-actuated OX locker/welded spiders
Ratio: 4.10:1
Suspension, f/r: Four-link, coilovers/four-link, Fox air shocks
Tires: 44-in Interco Boggers
Special features: Warn 9.5ti winch, Stazworks double beadlocks, High Angle Driveline driveshafts, PSC hydraulic steering, pneumatic bumpstops
Driver experience: 25 years
10. Lehi Hartwell, Mountain Home, Idaho
1981 Chevy Suburban
Hartwell says his Suburban has a "really crappy body that I don't mind destroying." He has applied to run at Top Truck before, and he's hoping this is the year you'll give him the thumbs-up.
Engine: 383ci GM V-8
Transmission: TH400
Transfer case: Stak 3-spd
Axles, f/r: Dana 60/GM 14-bolt
Traction aids, f/r: OX locker/Ouverson spool
Ratio: 5.13:1
Suspension, f/r: Leaf springs/leaf springs
Tires: 47-in Interco Super Swamper LTBs
Special features: Warn 16.5 winch, Alloy USA chrome-moly front axleshafts, Longfield U-joints, AA Fab drive flanges, crossover steering, Redneck Ram hydraulic assist steering, Dutchman rear axleshafts, dual batteries, custom cage, custom sliders, custom bumpers, reinforced frame, H1 double beadlocks
Driver experience: 9 years
11. Mike Karwath, Union, Kentucky
2009 Tube Chassis YJ
Almost completely custom with the exception of the YJ hood and grille, this rig's build list reads like a dream come true. But Karwath wants to prove that his rig is more than just a pretty face.
Engine: 454ci GM V-8
Transmission: TH400
Transfer case: Stak Monster Box 3-spd
Axles, f/r: Rockwell 21/2-ton/Rockwell 21/2-ton
Traction aids, f/r: Detroit Locker/Detroit Locker
Ratio: 6.72:1
Suspension, f/r: Four-link, 18-in Fox air shocks/four-link, 18-in Fox air shocks
Tires: 44-in Interco Boggers
Special features: Ramsey 12,000-lb winch, propane injection, 420 horsepower, 480 lb-ft of torque, full tube chassis, re-centered H1 wheels
Driver experience: 15 years
12. P.J. Hale, Kempner, Texas
1948 Willys truck
A fine classic body atop a custom chassis and proven drivetrain. The Frame Twister is calling Hale's name. Will you let him answer?
Engine: 302ci Ford V-8
Transmission: AOD
Transfer case: NP243
Axles, f/r: Rockwell 21/2-ton/Rockwell 21/2-ton
Traction aids, f/r: Ouverson spool/Ouverson spool
Ratio: 6.72:1
Suspension, f/r: Leaf springs/three-link
Tires: 49-in Intercos
Special features: Fuel injection, Warn PowerPlant HD, four-wheel hydraulic steering, custom frame/cage
Driver experience: 20 years
13. Terry Estes, Kempner, Texas
1974 Jeep CJ-5
With Cummins power and a lengthened wheelbase, is there anything that can stop this Jeep? Tank Trap, anyone?
Engine: 3.9L Cummins 4BT I4 turbodiesel
Transmission: SM 465
Transfer case: NP205, Lomax 3:1
Axles, f/r: Rockwell 21/2-ton/ Rockwell 21/2-ton
Traction aids, f/r: Detroit Locker / Detroit Locker
Ratio: 6.72:1
Suspension, f/r: Three-link, coil springs, panhard bar/three-link, coil springs, panhard bar
Tires: 47x17x16.5 Interco Super Swamper
Special features: 125-in wheelbase, onboard air, in-frame tank, 160-amp welder, rear steer, custom beadlocks
Driver experience: 30+ years
14. Chris and Kaylie Koll, Plymouth, California
1992 Jeep Wrangler YJ
Four doors and square headlights make this a unique ride. Will you allow it to meet its maker in the Tank Trap?
Engine: 385ci Fastburn V-8
Transmission: 727 TorqueFlite automatic
Transfer case: Klune Goliath/NP205, 32-spline 1410 outputs
Axles, f/r: Rockwell 21/2-ton/Rockwell 21/2-ton
Traction aids, f/r: Detroit Locker /welded spiders
Ratio: 6.72:1
Suspension, f/r: Four-link, 16-in coilovers/four-link, 16-in coilovers
Tires: 49-in Interco IROKs
Special features: Four-door conversion, double beadlocks
Driver experience: 10 years