Custom 4x4 Fabrication in Cresson, PA.

This is the work we love. Platinum Truck and Auto builds custom 4x4 setups in Cresson, from a mild leveling kit to a full trail or work rig: lift kits, suspension, custom bumpers, winches, off road lighting, skid plates, and exhaust. Chad Farabaugh and the crew build trucks the right way, which means it does not just look good in the driveway, it performs and it lasts when you actually use it. And because we are a full repair and body shop too, every build leaves here properly aligned, balanced, and dialed in, not handed off half finished.

Lift Kits and Leveling

Whether you want a clean leveling kit to clear bigger tires and lose the factory rake, or a full lift for serious ground clearance, we do it right. Picking a lift is not just about height. It changes your geometry, your ride, your drivetrain angles, and how the truck behaves loaded and unloaded. We help you choose a setup that matches how you actually use the truck, daily driver, tow rig, trail rig, or all of the above, and we install it so it drives like it should.

Suspension Built for How You Drive

The suspension is where a build is won. Shocks, springs, control arms, track bars, and the right geometry are what separate a truck that handles a forest road or a snowy grade from one that wallows and beats you up. We tune the setup to your goals and your terrain, the rocky two tracks and steep grades around the Alleghenies are a different world than flat trail riding, and we build for the ground you actually drive.

Bumpers, Winches, and Recovery

A custom bumper is not just a look, it is protection and capability. We fabricate and install custom front and rear bumpers, mount winches and wire them right, and set up recovery points that will hold when you need them. If you wheel alone or plow or work off the grid, recovery gear that is installed properly is the difference between a story and a tow bill.

Lighting and the Finishing Touches

Off road lighting is not just about the look. A dark mountain road or a trail at night needs real light, and the cheap bar kits that vibrate loose and water the first season teach people why wiring matters. We install lighting that is wired cleanly with proper fusing, weatherproofing, and switches so it works when you need it and lasts. We also handle exhaust work and the finishing details that make a build feel complete instead of cobbled together.

Plow Rigs and Work Builds

Not every build is for the trail. Around here a lot of trucks plow snow and work job sites, and those builds have their own needs: the right suspension to carry a plow without sagging, auxiliary lighting for early dark mornings, and the durability to take a beating all winter. We set up work and plow trucks to handle the load and the hours, with the same attention we give a trail rig. Tell us what the truck has to do and we will build it to hold up.

A Real Alignment and a Shakedown

The last step matters as much as the first. After any lift or suspension work we set a proper alignment, because new geometry without an alignment eats tires and drives poorly. Then we check torque on the new hardware, look over the whole setup, and make sure nothing rubs, binds, or rattles. You leave with a build that is dialed in and ready to use, not a list of things to sort out yourself later.

Quality Parts Versus the Cheapest Kit Online

It is tempting to order the least expensive kit and bring it in for install, and sometimes that is fine. But bargain kits often ride harsh, wear out fast, or come with hardware that fights you on a rusty central PA truck. We would rather steer you to a kit that holds up to our winters and our grades, even if it is not the rock bottom price, because replacing a failed budget lift costs more than doing it once. If you already bought a kit, bring it, and we will tell you honestly whether it is worth installing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a lift kit cost?

It depends on the kit, your vehicle, the tires, and whether you add alignment, gearing, or armor. A leveling kit is a modest job, a full lift with bigger tires and supporting work is a larger one. Call (814) 691-8367 and we will price your exact build.

Will a lift or bigger tires hurt my truck?

Not if it is done right. Bigger tires and added height add stress to brakes, bearings, and steering, so we account for that during the build and keep the rest of the truck in mind. That is the advantage of a shop that also does full repair work.

Can you build my truck in stages?

Yes. Plenty of owners build over time. We help you plan the stages so each step works with the next, and you will know what each phase costs before we start it.

Do you install winches, bumpers, and off road lighting?

Yes. We fabricate and install custom bumpers, mount and wire winches and recovery points, and install off road lighting wired cleanly with proper switches and relays so it lasts.

Do you align and balance the truck after the build?

Always. A lift or new suspension that is not properly aligned wears tires and drives poorly. Every build leaves here aligned, balanced, and dialed in.

Got a build in mind? Call (814) 691-8367 or get in touch and let us make it real.