At Tap Truck USA, every pour starts with something vintage, an iconic vehicle with stories buried beneath layers of dust, rust, and decades of decals. Bringing one back to life isn’t just a job; it’s what we live for. Whether it’s a backyard find or a ’57 Chevy barely rolling, the restoration process is where the real magic happens. 🎥 Behind the Scenes: Turning Lucy into the ultimate mobile bar
While Lucy, a restored 1957 Chevy, is the star of this story, the photos you’ll see here are from a different build, a 1955 Ford panel truck. The vehicle may be different, but the process is the same: strip it down, fix it up, and transform it into a rolling Tap Truck.
From Barn Find to Bar on Wheels:
It all starts with the teardown. Our trucks arrive with worn paint, outdated logos, and mystery quirks only time can explain. But we see past the flaws. In one recent restoration, Tap Truck co-founder, Corbin, took the lead on transforming a 1957 Chevy into a show-ready mobile bar. Nicknamed "Lucy," she’s the twin of another '57 dubbed "Ricky."
Step one? Stripping away the past. Old branding was peeled off with care (and a little muscle), revealing the crisp teal paint underneath. “Monty’s Garage” may have been her former identity, but it was time for Lucy to wear the Tap Truck name proudly.
The Heart of the Build:
Once the old skin is gone, it’s time for serious work, drilling the holes that will eventually pour everything from craft beer to cold brew. As Corbin put it, “These aren’t holes for fun. These are holes for liquid courage, liquid good time, liquid money.”
Precision matters. Corbin measured carefully to avoid hitting structural pillars, down to the inch. “I don’t really believe in centimeters. I believe in the good old American inches,” he joked while mapping out where each of Lucy’s five taps would go.
What followed was a symphony of sawdust, sweat, and stainless steel. Five perfectly aligned holes later, Lucy was one step closer to becoming what Corbin called a “fountain of joy”.
DIY With HQ on Speed Dial:
Not every licensee has to restore a truck from scratch, but many choose to, and we’re always here to help. Whether you’re building your own or buying a ready-to-roll Tap Truck from us, support is just a message away.
Want to know where to drill, what tap system to use, or how to reinforce the wall? Just reach out. We’ve done this more than a few times, and we’re happy to walk you through it. Building your own Tap Truck is doable, and you don’t have to go it alone.
Why the Details Matter:
These builds are more than mechanical projects, they’re storytelling machines. From the polished chrome to the vintage curves and custom logos, every Tap Truck reflects the unique style of the licensee behind the wheel.
Whether it’s pouring beer, cider, cocktails, or cold brew, your truck is more than just a bar on wheels, it’s your brand on the road. As Corbin said while wrapping up Lucy’s build, “This 1957 Chevy is gonna be a fountain of joy when we’re done with her.” Judging by the reactions we get at events, he’s not wrong.
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Restoring a Tap Truck isn’t just about bringing an old vehicle back to life, it’s about creating something unforgettable. Whether you're rolling up in a Corbin-built classic or driving a DIY masterpiece, one thing’s for sure: your truck is built to pour.
🎥 Behind the Scenes: Turning Lucy into the ultimate mobile bar