BUILD NOTES & RACE INSIGHTS
Real notes from the shop — build cost breakdowns, brand comparisons, and what 50+ hours of race-pace desert miles actually teach us about how to build a truck.
What 50 Hours in the Desert Teaches You About Suspension
Notes from the Texas Motorworx race program — what we've learned running a SPEC TT/6100 truck in the Best In the Desert series, and how that knowledge changes every customer build that leaves our shop.
Carli vs ICON Suspension: Which Is Right for Your Truck?
An honest, side-by-side comparison of two of the most respected names in aftermarket truck suspension — Carli and ICON Vehicle Dynamics — and how to decide which one fits your truck and use case.
How Much Does a Custom Ford Raptor Build Cost? (2026 Edition)
A real, range-bound answer to the most common Ford Raptor question we get — what does a custom build actually cost in 2026, broken down by Raptor generation, build scope, and parts manifest.