Todd Collins' "Mac Daddy" is one of the most acclaimed custom trucks ever built in New Zealand. Starting life as a long-wheelbase stepside Chevrolet C10 sourced from the Pomona Swap Meet in California, it was completely re-engineered by Kruzin Kustoms into a world-class, short-wheelbase show truck that has earned awards on both sides of the Pacific. The build combines cutting-edge chassis engineering, extensive hand fabrication, and meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a truck that performs as well as it presents.

Following its debut, Mac Daddy has become an international ambassador for New Zealand craftsmanship, appearing at prestigious events including the Grand National Truck Show, SEMA Show, and Dino's Git Down in the United States.

Awards & Recognition

• Beach Hop 2022 – Power Cruise Best in Show
• Beach Hop 2022 – Top 5 Winner
• Beach Hop 2024 – Top 5 Winner
• 2024 Meatstock Hamilton Best Truck
• 2024 Taurura Rodders Best of Show
• Dino's Git Down 2023 (Arizona, USA) – Top Truck Pick
• SEMA Show 2023 – Goodguys Gold Award Contender
• Grand National Truck Show 2023 (Pomona, California) – World's Most Beautiful Truck Contender 1 of 12
• Grand National Truck Show 2023 – Long Distance Award
• Kumeu Show 2025 – Best in Show
• Kumeu Show 2025 – Best Commercial
• Mother's Shine Award 2025
• 2026 NZHRA Street Rod Nationals top 10
• 2026 Laid out at the lake Best of Show
• 2026 Muscle Car Madness Peoples choice, Top Chevrolet, Best Commercial

Build Specifications

Chassis & Suspension

• 1972 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
• Heidts Superide II Independent Front Suspension
• PorterBuilt Level 3 Rear Drop Member
• Ridetech RidePro e5 Air Management System
• Ridetech ShockWave Air Springs
• Fully boxed chassis
• Porterbuilt Rear C-notch
• Short wheelbase conversion

Drivetrain

• Brand new supercharged LSA V8
• 4-speed Auto transmission 4L80e

Wheels & Brakes

• Custom 24x15 billet rear wheels

Body & Fabrication

• Complete new body panels
• Hand-fabricated custom firewall
• Extensive custom sheet metal throughout

Interior & Electrical

• One-off custom interior
• Complete new wiring throughout

Built with the goal of creating one of the finest C10s in the world, Mac Daddy represents thousands of hours of engineering, fabrication, and craftsmanship. Every component was carefully selected and every detail meticulously finished to produce a truck capable of competing at the highest level of international custom vehicle shows while remaining fully driveable. It stands as a showcase of Kruzin Kustoms' commitment to building vehicles that are engineered to perform, crafted to the highest standard, and recognised worldwide.