Chris Hamilton
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March 20, 2026
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c10
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Kyle Appell
David Pavich’s “Dimebagged” is a 1972 Chevrolet C10 custom truck built by Salvage to Savage in Boca Raton, Florida. It is powered by a 2024 Chevrolet Performance LS3 engine fitted with a Whipple 3.0L supercharger and managed by a Holley EFI system. The truck rides on a GSI Machine and Fab chassis with Air Lift Performance air suspension, rolls on 22-inch Vossen Forged wheels, and stops with Wilwood 14-inch six-piston brake systems front and rear. The interior features a custom leather-wrapped dash, a 12.6-inch Holley Pro Dash display, and a full JL Audio sound system. The build was completed by Mikey Rolleri and Lee Welk at Salvage to Savage.
EVERY now and then, a truck build comes along that hits differently. Not just because of the parts bolted on or the paint sprayed down, but because of the story behind it. That’s exactly the case with David Pavich’s 1972 Chevy C10, better known in the scene as “Dimebagged.”
The journey started like a lot of ours—scrolling classifieds, chasing leads, and dreaming of the perfect project. David finally struck gold in Alpharetta, Georgia, when he found a clean two-tone C10 that stopped him in his tracks. The color combo was killer, but seeing it in person made it real. As it rolled off the trailer, David knew this wasn’t just another truck; it was the truck.
For David, this truck is more than show and go; it’s a legacy piece built for the streets and for future generations of Pavich truck fans.
But like any real build story, things didn’t go smoothly right off the bat. The first shop David lined up wasn’t cutting it, and the dream started to feel like it might stall out. That’s when Mikey Rolleri and the crew at Salvage to Savage stepped in. From day one, Mikey got the vision. This wasn’t just going to be a mild cruiser; this was destined to become a full-on signature build.
Under the hood, Dimebagged packs a serious punch. A 2024 Chevy Performance LS3 gets boosted by a Whipple 3.0L supercharger, with a Holley EFI system keeping it dialed. Ton’s Performance plug wires and Ultimate Headers push the exhaust through a custom 3-inch stainless setup with Vibrant mufflers. Power moves through a 6L90E trans with a Circle D converter and a Lokar shifter for crisp control.
This high-horsepower C10 proves how far modern truck builds have evolved.
The GSI Machine and Fab chassis holds it all together, with a Quick Performance rear axle out back. A custom 4-link and Air Lift bags at all four corners give the truck that perfect aired-out stance. Up front, CPP drop spindles and big 14-inch Wilwood brakes with 6-piston calipers bring it all to a stop.
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On the outside, the truck stays true to its roots with clean body lines, Porterbuilt hood hinges, and paint and bodywork by Mikey himself. Holley RetroBright LED headlights add a modern touch.
The interior is where this build really stands out with a custom dash, leather wrap, a Holley Pro Dash unit, a Sparc Industries wheel, Restomod Air, and a full JL Audio system to keep the vibes right on every cruise.
For David, this truck is more than show and go; it’s a legacy piece built for the streets and for future generations of Pavich truck fans.
Another impressive 1972 Chevy C10 build takes performance to the next level.
 Engine & Drivetrain
Chassis & Suspension
Wheels, Tires & Brakes
Interior
The Dimebagged C10 is powered by a 2024 Chevrolet Performance LS3 V8 engine. It is supercharged with a Whipple 3.0L supercharger and managed by a Holley EFI fuel injection and engine management system.
The truck uses a Whipple 3.0L twin-screw supercharger, a popular upgrade for LS-platform engines known for delivering linear power gains and strong low-to-mid range torque.
The truck runs a full Air Lift Performance air suspension system with bags at all four corners, combined with a custom 4-link rear suspension setup and CPP drop spindles up front, all mounted to a GSI Machine and Fab chassis.
The truck wears 22×10 Vossen Forged wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport S tires sized 265/35R22 in the front and 325/35R22 in the rear.
Owner David Pavich discovered the 1972 C10 in Alpharetta, Georgia, after searching classifieds. It was a two-tone truck that caught his attention immediately and became the foundation for the full custom build.
The truck uses a 6L90E six-speed automatic transmission sourced from Chevrolet Performance, paired with a Circle D torque converter and a Lokar shifter for precise gear selection.
Front and rear Wilwood 14-inch disc brakes are fitted, with six-piston calipers up front and four-piston calipers at the rear, controlled by a Wilwood master cylinder and proportioning valve.
The interior features a custom fabricated steel dash wrapped in leather, a 12.6-inch Holley Pro Dash digital display, a Kenwood head unit, a full JL Audio audio system including amplifiers, speakers, and a 12-inch subwoofer, a Sparc Industries steering wheel, a Flaming River steering column, Restomod Air climate control, and custom fabricated door panels and console by Lee Welk.
Chris Hamilton is an automotive journalist, editor, and lifelong truck enthusiast with extensive experience covering custom truck builds, fabrication, performance upgrades, aftermarket products, and a ...
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