From Junkyard Rust to Custom Rig: 1990s Peterbilt 379 Restoration

A classic Peterbilt 379 big rig was left abandoned in a commercial salvage yard, covered in surface corrosion, road grime, and structural rust. This episode documents the complete frame-up restoration to bring this iconic American semi-truck back to road-ready condition. In this episode, we tackle: • Chassis & Cab Assessment: Stripping corroded aluminum body panels, frame rail rust treatment, and cab inspection. • Heavy Diesel Mechanics: Overhauling the diesel powertrain, servicing air brake lines, and refreshing the heavy suspension. • Metal Polishing & Paint Work: Restoring stainless steel trim, primer prep, and laying down a high-gloss finish across the hood and sleeper cabin. • Interior & Wheel Refinishing: Rebuilding the driver cockpit, installing new custom gauges, and mounting polished rims. Watch the full transformation from an abandoned commercial wreck to a fully restored classic big rig. Subscribe to Rust2Riches for weekly heavy machinery overhauls, commercial truck rescues, and automotive restorations! #Peterbilt379 #TruckRestoration #SemiTruckRebuild #Rust2Riches #HeavyDiesel