10-4 Magazine May 2022

10-4 Magazine / May 2022 75 lot of the trucks he has done for owners, and many of these trucks have graced the cover of 10-4 Magazine. The pictures he takes of the models next to their 10-4 centerfolds are pretty impressive. Hand delivering his models, he has had the pleasure of meeting the owners and seeing most of the trucks in person. After trying to make a few shipments, it was more work to avoid breakage. “It’s not my job to provide broken models,” Christian said. If you are interested in getting a model of your truck, he doesn’t have to see the truck in person – he can make a model using many detailed photos that you take and send him. When John saw his model for the first time it was overwhelming and very emotional. All the detail that matched the combination was so perfect – from the license plates on both the truck and trailer, the truck’s name “Only Class” on the back of the bunk, and the lettering on the sides of the trailer – it was perfect. All the extra stainless was there behind the bunk with the lights in it, the boxes between the spread axles on each side, the stainless on the frame, the stainless piece down the center of his custom Jones Performance hood (he nailed the curves on that Raptor hood), and even the tiny brag board he made, which looks exactly like the one we use at shows. Our friend Susie Lyons was also at MATS from Nova Scotia to take delivery of the replica of her old 359 Peterbilt. Another spot-on build! The hood on that truck had been stretched 20 inches, and with a V8 CAT in her, she would stroll down the boulevard. It was awesome to get pictures of a truck from yesteryear next to John’s, that is still working. As I look at so many of the models Christian has built over the years, I see so many trucks I know, some I’ve seen rolling up and down the highway, and a few that were shot for 10-4 covers (and we got to be there). It’s neat to be there in person at a photo shoot and then later see the cover and centerfold. And now, to see the completed model, as well! I hope Christian knows that the talent he shares with us is priceless. Maybe the extra time we waited for our model made finally getting it even a little sweeter. I would highly recommend this man if you are thinking about getting a custom model of your ride. You will not be disappointed. Merci Christian pour tout ce que tu fais (Thank you Christian for everything you do). Keep that passion alive, and keep bringing those awesome custom models to the USA. n