Episode 143 Show Notes
Episode 143 Show Notes
Never Satisfied Builds’ 1985 Peterbilt 359 Wins Big Rig Build-Off
Dozens of other trucks recognized in various categories at the 2026 PKY Truck Beauty Championship
Mar. 28, 2026 at 6:20pm
The bold, custom styling of the 1985 Peterbilt 359 that captured the top prize in the 2026 Big Rig Build-Off competition.Louisville Today
Randy Menkel and his team at Never Satisfied Builds/J&L Contracting took home top honors in the 2026 Big Rig Build-Off at the Mid-America Trucking Show with their fully customized 1985 Peterbilt 359. The Build-Off pitted three of the country’s top custom truck builders against each other in a competition to build the best show truck in a limited time period.
Why it matters
The PKY Truck Beauty Championship is one of the most prestigious custom truck competitions in the country, drawing hundreds of entries from the top builders and owners. Winning the Big Rig Build-Off is considered the ultimate achievement, showcasing the pinnacle of custom truck craftsmanship.
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