Layton Vehicle Restoration

Project Spotlight: 1974 Baby Blue Bronco Restoration At Wasatch Customs, we recently had the privilege of working on a stunning 1974 Ford Bronco. This beauty came into the shop ready for a complete overhaul, and we gave it the full treatment from bumper to bumper. From a new exhaust system to a custom saddle leather interior, this Bronco received a modernized touch while keeping its classic rugged charm intact. Here’s an in-depth look at the upgrades and enhancements we made to bring this classic back to life. New Exhaust System We started by outfitting the Bronco with a brand-new exhaust system. This upgrade not only improves performance and fuel efficiency but also gives the Bronco a deeper, more powerful sound. Now, it sounds as good as it looks and performs like it’s ready for any adventure. American Auto Wire Harness Next, we installed an American Auto Wire harness to replace the original wiring. This crucial update ensures safe and ... read more

Since its debut in 1953, the Chevrolet Corvette has become a symbol of American automotive excellence. Known for its sleek design, performance-driven engineering, and status as a powerful sports car, the Corvette has gone through numerous transformations, adapting advancements of each era. Two standout models in Corvette history are the 1959 and 1978 editions, which reflect the cars rich heritage and its continuing innovation.  The birth of a legend: Corvette's Origins's The corvette first hit the market in 1953 as a concept car designed by Harley earl. This first-generation (C1) Corvette was a two-seat sports car with a fiberglass body, a revolutionary design choice at the time. It was powered by a modest 150-horsepower inline-six engine. Early sales were slow but with the introduction of a v8 engine in 1955, Corvette's performance capabilities skyrocketed, cementing its place in American sports car culture.  Each decade brought new refinement ... read more

In August 2022, Kessley found herself at a crossroads. With a background in detailing, she was searching for something more. A way to elevate her craft and offer her clients the highest level of vehicle protection. That search led her to join the Mazda group, where she was introduced to the GT Quartz family. At that time, ceramic coating was just a term she had heard in passing something she knew little about. But as fate would have it, that was about to change.  The first vehicle kessley coated with GT Quartz was a trans-formative experience. The meticulous process, the attention to detail, and the stunning end result left a lasting impression on her. She was hooked. It didn't take long before she took the leap to become certified as a GT Quartz nano ceramic coater by the end of September 2022. This certification marked the beginning of a new chapter in her career, a chapter fueled by passion and a relentless drive to perfect her craft. Since that pivotal moment, Kessl ... read more

  Transforming a Classic: Our 1968 Land Cruiser Project At our hot rod shop, we take pride in breathing new life into vintage vehicles, and our latest project, a 1968 Land Cruiser, is no exception. This iconic off-roader has undergone a complete transformation, blending classic ruggedness with modern performance and style. Here's a rundown of everything we've done to turn this Land Cruiser into a true masterpiece.  LS3 Crate Motor The heart of this beast is a powerful LS3  Crate motor. Known for its reliability and performance, the LS3 offers an impressive upgrade over the original engine. With 430 horsepower at its disposal, this Land Cruiser is ready to conquer any terrain. Holley Pro-Flo 4 Fuel Injection To complete the LS3, we installed a Holley Pro-Flo 4 fuel injection system. This setup ensures optimal fuel delivery, impr ... read more

2023 Car show season was a hit! We are so appreciative of all the support this car show season. We are so sad its ending this year but so excited for our new ideas we have for next season and to see even more people next year! We have such an amazing support system and we couldn't be more grateful. This summer was full of amazing, beautiful vehicles, fun times, and a lot of great new friendships. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the support and we look forward to seeing everyone next year for the 2024 car show season!

The owner of this Malibu Wagon took this car home brand new in 81, drove all of his kids home from the hospital in it and used this as a delivery car for his bakery! We have turned this 4 door wagon into a 2 door using part of a Ranchero. Our guy Kaycee has put so  much time and effort into this car and we are all so excited to see this one finished. Stick around to see the bakers beast!   

Here is a 1951 Willy Overland we are working on! This is just the front view of the before and after! This is one fun truck to drive and to look at!  Keep up with the progress in our ongoing projects!  

Here is the 1967 GTO Clone Update

We are doing an LS motor swap in one of the most popular trucks out there! We are putting this awesome motor in a 1969 Chevy C10! The motor we are installing is the LS 376/480.                                                                                              Engine specifications: * LS376/480 (376 c.i.d.) * 495 hp @ 6,200 rpm * 473 lbs.-ft. @ 5,000 rpm * 10.7:1 compression ratio That is a lot of horse power for an C10!! Along with the the LS 376/480 we are putting in the 4L70 E automatic transmission to keep up with all those ponies!  Automatic transmission specifications: * 4L70-E 4-speed automatic * 5-pinion gear sets * 3.06 first gear ratio, 0.70 overdrive ratio * 30.75 in. long (approx.) To make all this magic happen we are insta ... read more

  John and Horace (The Dodge Brothers) had created the new four-cylinder Dodge Model 30. Marketed as a slightly more upscale competitor to the ubiquitous Ford Model T, it pioneered or made standard many features later taken for granted: all-steel body construction (the vast majority of cars worldwide still used wood-framing under steel panels, though Stoneleigh and BSA used steel bodies as early as 1911); 12-volt electrical system (6-volt systems would remain the norm until the 1950s); 35 horsepower (versus the Model T's 20), and sliding-gear transmission (the best-selling Model T would retain an antiquated planetary design until its demise in 1927). As a result of this, and the brothers' well-earned reputation for the highest quality truck, transmission and motor parts they made for other successful vehicles, Dodge Brothers cars were ranked at second place for U.S. sales as early as 1916.  As the Dodge brothers decided to produce their ... read more