Looking over the undercarriage of the F-150 gives you an overview of the entire front suspension. The CST 7-inch system includes a two-piece subframe with a bolt-on skidplate that integrates the two subframe legs together, fabricated knuckle uprights, front stainless steel braided brake lines, coilover drop spacer (retaining use of factory shock) and sway bar drop mounts. The spindle is constructed of 3/16-inch and 1/4-inch plate as well as a fully machined baseplate. The upright neck is made of round, 0.250-wall DOM tubing with a machined insert taper welded into the top end of the tubing. With all parts in hand, the spindle is completely MIG-welded, and then the hub mounting surface is machined completely flat to ensure a tight fit. Note: This truck has been equipped with a CST Fox racing shock replacement front coilover system.
In order to fit the stereo and electronic components, CST had to custom-make a center dash piece. Where did the stock air conditioning and vent controls go? Hidden inside the glove compartment of course! For tunes, CST chose a Pioneer AVIC-D1 DVD Multimedia AV Navigation system that can play just about any disk format. With this unit you can watch your favorite off-road movie or listen to satellite radio. This system also provides navigation in the form of both on- and off-road driving directions and course mapping. Located under the AVIC-D1 is Pioneer's AVG-VDP1 Real-Time Vehicle Dynamics Processor and AVD-W6210 Real-Time Vehicle Dynamics Processor Monitor. This unit has some of the best display and information modes we have seen from a unit of its kind. It allows you to review your speed, rpm, lateral g-force, acceleration, torque, horsepower, slope angle, angular velocity, battery voltage, longitude and latitude, GPS function, and more. When you visit your local audio store to see this unit in person, be sure to try the demo of the Virtual Screen that shows a truck image in the dirt as you are driving. Brad Myers of CST told us that although this unit takes some time to install, it has been a welcome addition to CST's project vehicle. The rest of the truck's Pioneer audio system includes TS-D681R 4x6-inch speakers, a high-power amplifier, and a 10-inch subwoofer.
 The front bumper, fabricated...  The front bumper, fabricated by CST, holds a pair of Baja Designs SolteK 8-inch HID off-road lights. As most of us know, when you're hitting the dirt with HID lights, night vision is never a problem. |  Adding just a touch of bling...  Adding just a touch of bling to this prerunner/daily driver is a set of Moto Metal 954-style, 17x8-inch chrome wheels wrapped in Toyo Open Country 35x12.5R17 rubber. |  Beard Racing Seats custom-wrapped...  Beard Racing Seats custom-wrapped the factory Ford seats to match the theme of the truck. CST wanted a race-style look but also wanted to retain the factory comfort and safety belts. |
 Beard Racing Seats custom-wrapped...  Beard Racing Seats custom-wrapped the factory Ford seats to match the theme of the truck. CST wanted a race-style look but also wanted to retain the factory comfort and safety belts. | | |