07Oct2026
This isn't your typical British roadster. After a multi-year build, this 1977 MGB now hides serious American V8 power beneath its classic styling.
The NV3500 has earned plenty of criticism in the performance world, but was it really a junk transmission? We take a closer look at its design, history and limitations.
Ol' Cotton's Tremec transmission swap isn't going exactly to plan. A hydraulic leak and exhaust clearance issues put our Silverado through one more round of repairs.
Ol’ Cotton is finally getting its Tremec Magnum 6-speed. Follow along as we tackle the install and run into an unexpected problems.
The RestoMods 1957 Bel Air RM35 combines a powerful 633 hp big block with modern features, delivering impressive performance and classic style in a sweepstakes build.
The NV3500 transmission removal process from Ol' Cotton involves careful jacking, draining fluids, disconnecting components, and finally removing the old transmission for replacement.
Planning a manual conversion? This Swap Parts List breaks down the components needed to install a Tremec Magnum 6-speed in a GMT800 truck.
This former fleet truck proves you don’t have to buy the truck you want, you can build it. Project Ol’ Cotton is becoming the ultimate V8, manual-shift street truck.
Cole Reynolds is building a lightweight, LS swapped LUV truck, featuring a Boostline Performance 388 LS engine, and actively competes in autocross events.

