Down in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, there’s a tradition unlike any other—every build gets baptized with a name. And once again, Cesar Tijerina has made sure his latest creation stands out with more than just its jaw-dropping looks. Meet “Color Blind,” a name that started as an inside joke among friends and quickly became a badge of honor for one of the most impressive C10s to roll out of deep South Texas.

This isn’t your average shop truck. It’s a 1968 original short-wheelbase C10 that went from a bare frame to a full showstopper in just four months. That’s right—Cesar and his team touched every nut, bolt, weld, and panel in a whirlwind timeline that most wouldn’t dare to attempt. But for Cesar, it was just another challenge worth chasing.

“When you have the right team, the sky’s the limit,” says Cesar.

Cesar is no stranger to building iconic rides for his personal fleet, but Color Blind carried a different kind of pressure. With the debut deadline set for Dino’s Git Down 2024, every minute mattered. First, Cesar tracked down the perfect roller locally to save time on the front end. From there, it was go-time.

The frame was the first phase. The chassis was equipped with a QA1 full front coilover conversion, and the rear got the full treatment including a custom back half and a handcrafted 4-link setup by Edgar Niño from Kid Metal Worx in Alamo, Texas. Body drop modifications were then made by Stone Fab to ensure that once the cab and bed were installed, the C10 would lay body clean on a static drop.

The next stop? Power! The rolling chassis was sent to Three C Garage, where the real magic began. A powerful 5.3L LS engine, built by William at Hellhound Motorsports, JJ from Powerhouse Racing, and Jorge Cantu, was paired with a 2.9L Whipple supercharger, a custom boost cam, Doug Thorley headers, and a Z06-style exhaust. Backed by a fully built 4L65E transmission, this setup isn’t just about looks; it’s ready to run.

But even with all the horsepower, the biggest challenge was still ahead. With less than three months to spare, Rolando Leal from King of Kings Garage in Edinburg, Texas, took the torch and ran with it. After stripping the body, fabricating a custom firewall, and installing Slosh Tubz inner fenders, Rolando laid down a one-off exotic red pearl that dances in the sunlight and highlights the C10’s legendary bodylines. You can’t miss it.

Of course, a truck this slick needs the right stance. Raceline El Dorado wheels, 20×8 up front and 22×12 out back wrapped in Lionheart rubber, gave Color Blind the attitude it deserved.

With less than a month and a half left on the clock, it was time for the interior to come alive. Enter Julio’s Upholstery in Edinburg, Texas. Using nothing but Ultra Leather, Julio delivered a full custom bench seat, dash, and door panels, all wrapped and stitched to perfection. Finished off with Dakota Digital gauges, the interior was done, start to finish, in just 23 days.

As the finish line approached, the truck returned to Three C Garage for final assembly. Cesar called in Mario from ElevenFabz for a custom intake and reservoir, then added LG Billet USA accessories throughout the engine bay and cabin to give it that final touch of refined detail.

Finally, the day came. The truck was loaded, shined up, and debuted in front of thousands at Dino’s Git Down. Color Blind turned heads, dropped jaws, and proved that even under pressure, greatness can be achieved.

“This proves that builds can be done quickly, and the quality speaks for itself,” Cesar says proudly.

From a wild idea among friends to one of the cleanest C10s to hit the scene this year, Color Blind is a testament to teamwork, hustle, and South Texas grit. Cesar extends his gratitude to every single person who had a hand in this high-octane hustle, and we’re sure this won’t be the last we hear of his legendary builds.

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Owner
Cesar Tijernia

• 1968 Chevy C10
• San Juan, TX

Engine & Drivetrain

• 5.3L LS
• Whipple supercharger
• Doug Thorley headers
• Z06 exhaust system
• Built 4L60E transmission

Chassis & Suspension

• QA1 coilover conversion kit
• Custom 4-link
• Custom underbed notch
• Narrowed diff
• Chassis work by Edgar Nino at Kid Metal Worx

Wheel,Tires & Brakes

• 20×8 and 22×12 Raceline El Dorado wheels
• Lionhart tires
• Wilwood 4-piston 14-inch brakes by Level 7

Exterior & Paint

• Paint by Rolando Leal at King of Kings Garage
• Slosh Tubz front tubs
• OEM bumpers restored
• OEM grille
• Work by Three C Garage

Interior

• Custom bucket seats by Julio’s Upholstery
• Red Ultra Leather
• Custom door panels and dash pad
• Custom LG Billet USA accessories
• Billet Specialties steering wheel