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Demon Junior Tunnel Ram – The Immaculate Inline Twins
(8-19-2004) – Barry Grant, Inc. announces the immaculate in-line twins, a dual inline, tunnel-ram arrangement configured with 525 Road Demon Juniors. Available in cfm ratings of 525, 625 and 725, these new dual quads are a direct and versatile replacement for the 1850 Holley tunnel ram. With eight venturi bores aligned with their corresponding intake manifold runners, the Demon twins offer superb distribution and atomization providing crisp throttle response, easy tuning and great performance. Other design attributes include a vacuum-secondary street setup; compact, side-hung bowls with sight glasses for safe, easy float-level adjustment; two-corner idle adjustment, secondary metering plates; and a simple inline linkage, which is easy to adjust and free of spherical bearings and other complications. The carbs retain the hallmark Demon appearance, and employ the superior Concentracast casting technique with smooth air entries and concentric venturi bores. As a result, the carbs generate impressive velocity throughout the rev range, especially at low rpms, providing fine drivability. Wet-flow tested and baseline calibrated at the factory, each carburetor is shipped with a detailed tuning manual. For more information, visit their website at www.barrygrant.com. Pour In Performance with B&M Trick Shift™
Pour in over 50 years of uncompromising quality, performance innovation, service and support into your transmission with B&M Synthetic Trick Shift®. For more information, visit www.bmracing.com
Ultimate Adjustable Roller Timing Set for Small Block Raised Cam
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(8-17-2004) - The ability to time your engine’s camshaft is key to achieving maximum horsepower. The new COMP Cams® Ultimate Adjustable Timing set for GM, Dart and Race Services raised cam small blocks allows for maximum camshaft timing precision and durability. The “true zero” set gives the engine builder complete latitude to build and achieve peak horsepower.
Adjustable in two-degree increments with a maximum of six degrees of advance or retard, the COMP Cams® Ultimate Adjustable Timing Set features high strength billet gears to deliver years of reliable service. The unique design allows cam timing to be adjusted by simply loosening the six retaining bolts and using the supplied adjustment tool, yielding quick and precise timing changes. For more information about COMP Cams® Ultimate Adjustable Timing Set or any other COMP Cams® products contact your local dealer or visit us online at http://www.compcams.com.
PRO SYSTEMS "Engine Friendly" Alcohol Dominator
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(8-16-2004) - The two biggest problems plaguing alcohol racers is the dilution of the oil that occurs in alcohol fed engines and the complexity of the required fuel systems. Well Pro Systems has solved those problems.
Their new Alcohol dominator and regulator combination offers deadly consistent performance, clean idle/part throttle operation and quick and easy installation. Simply install the carburetor and regulator, hook up the vacuum hose, set your fuel pressure at 9 psi and you're ready to go alcohol racing. Now you've got a variable fuel pressure system that keeps the bowls full and the dial-in dead on.
The innovative carburetor design offers incredibly clean operation and cold start ability. The newly designed metering system ensures clean unaerated fuel and no weekly maintenance between races.
Every carburetor is wet-flowed, live tested and fuel curved to follow an SAE calibrated weather predictor. This track tested and proven combination is the only way to go bracket or super class racing.
Best of all, no weekly oil changes or plumbing headaches are required.
Visit them at
www.pro-system.com for more
info.
Powerhouse™ Pro Valve Lapping Tool
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(8-13-2004) - Nobody looks forward to lapping valves; don’t make the job tougher by using an inferior tool. Finally someone has answered the prayers of engine builders everywhere and devised a tool to make the job easier.
Powerhouse™ introduces its newest addition to their unique
line of tools, the Pro Valve Lapping Tool. This patented, professional
valve lapping tool uses a vacuum generating piston to create “super
suction” that will not slip off the valve. It includes three
interchangeable suction cups, which allows use on virtually any
size valve. It also features a non-slip ergonomic foam grip that
improves grip and comfort over the traditional “wooden stick”
designs. The tool is made from anodized billet aluminum, which will
provide durability and value for years to come. For more information
contact Powerhouse® Products at 1-800-872-7223 or visit their
website at www.powerhouseproducts.com.
VHT Expands Plastic Paint Line To Include GM
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(8-11-2004) – PJH BRANDS announces the expansion of its new VHT Brand Plastic Paint category. VHT Plastic Paint is designed to paint automotive interior and exterior components and is specifically formulated to adhere to plastic components such as gauge pods, speaker covers, plastic kick panels, and side view mirrors.
“This is our answer to consumer demand for GM colors,” said PJ Harvey, CEO of PJH BRANDS.
“It seems the GM “Dualies” are towing machines and adding additional instrumentation is very common. These guys want the gauge pods to match the rest of the interior,” said Harvey.
The VHT Plastic Paint category was developed in response to a discussion with Auto Meter. Although it is very well suited for hard automotive plastics, the gauge pods made of APS plastic were the primary inspiration for the Plastic Paint line.
The three new colors are ready to ship to Distributors the first week in August.
Prod. No Description
SP-983 GM Graphite
SP-984 GM Dark Pewter
SP-985 GM Medium Neutral Tan
For more information visit PJ1.com
TCI® Truckmaster Torque Converters for Ford Powerstroke Turbo Diesels
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(8-11-2004) - Increase durability and performance with a simple torque converter change TCI®'s Truckmaster torque converters are state-of-the art components built to handle the extreme demands of today's Ford Powerstroke turbo diesel truck owners. With increased strength, lower stall speeds and heavy duty Torrington bearings, they reduce internal heat increasing the longevity of the entire transmission.
Available with or without TCI®'s billet steel front casing, TCI®'s Truckmaster torque converters for Ford Powerstroke engines feature fully furnace-brazed internal components for "bullet proof" durability, unlike factory units with flimsy, tab-in-slot internals. TCI®'s Truckmaster torque converters increase low-end power and top-end acceleration, reduce transmission temperature and increase fuel mileage. Best of all they are designed to handle the demands of Powerstrokes with computer upgrades and performance modifications.
For more information about TCI®'s line of diesel specific Truckmaster
torque converters or any other TCI® product contact your nearest
TCI® dealer or visit us online at http://www.tciauto.com/
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2004-05 RUSSELL AUTOMOTIVE PERFORMANCE CATALOG NOW ONLINE
(8-09-2004) - Making it even easier for consumers to find the products and part number they need, the 2004-05 Russell Automotive Performance Catalog, filled with more than 300 new fluid transfer products and updates, is now online at www.russellperformance.com.
Just like the printed catalog, the online version is cleanly divided up into product categories. The 2004-05 edition features increased selections for sport compact cars, including items such as brake lines, fuel lines and other specialty fittings, plus the enhanced layout clearly ties the images, specs and product details together.
"The online version of the Russell Automotive Catalog looks a lot like the printed version and is very simple to navigate," said Steve Whipple, vice president of sales. "Consumers can retrieve information quickly from any area of the site because categories are broken out in a way so viewers can easily see what's available. Plus, the online version will be updated periodically, offering consumers the latest product news."
Russell has expanded its coverage in 2004-05 to several product areas, including specialty adapter fittings, with new part numbers in the 45-degree flare to pipe and 90-degree flare to pipe fittings, plus more SAE brake adapter fittings than ever before. There're more brake line and fuel line offerings, as Russell delivers more of its reliable and durable lines to professionals and enthusiasts.
And now all the information is available by simply visiting www.russellperformance.com or by clicking on the Russell website link at www.edelbrock.com.
FAST™ LS1 Fuel Rail Kits Available; Improves fuel rail volume and reduces weight
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(8-06-2004) - Those factory fuel rails just look out of place along side that high performance manifold and fuel injection system. So why not pick up the overall appearance and performance of your LS1 engine compartment by adding a set of FAST™ LS1 Fuel Rails? With the added benefit of increased fuel rail volume, to insure that your injectors never run dry, and lightweight design, adding FAST™ LS1 Fuel Rails to your engine is a great idea.
Featuring high strength billet aluminum construction and beautifully finished in red anodize, FAST™ LS1 Fuel Rails deliver performance in addition to a show car quality appearance. The FAST™ Fuel Rails are available in a component-matched kit including black anodized #8 fittings and "super seal" O-rings or the fuel rails may be ordered without the hardware. For more information about FAST™ Fuel Rail kits and other FAST™ products go to http://www.fuelairspark.com/ .
Biondo Releases "The 5-O Button" Trans Brake Button
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(8-05-2004) - The 5 – O button is a microswitch activated trans brake button, that is guaranteed to be the slowest button on the market today, by about 5 hundredths.
The total “throw” on the unit is 4-1/2 inches when all the “shims” or spacers removed. At that point the button will be at its “slowest” adjustment. If you are too slow, you can add shims, making the “throw” shorter, and the release time faster. There are many shims that vary in size, so you can take out just what you need to close in on your reaction time. The top is held on by one screw, and adding / removing shims are a snap!
The top of the button is over 1 inch in diameter; your thumb can not miss it! The down force required to fully engage the button is very soft and smooth. Release is spring controlled, and is also smooth.
The total length is 7-3/4 inches, and the width is 1-1/2 inches. Unit is made of composite plastics. Top and side holes, with screws provide for easy mounting. Actual weight of button is about 6 ounces.
Visit their website at www.biondoracing.com.
Dominate The Competition With Quick Fuel Technology
(8-3-2004) – Quick Fuel Technology, with
more than 50 years experience in the high performance and racing
fuel system industry, has announced its new line of Model 4500 carburetors
in various sizes and configurations to match your high performance
racing needs.
Quick Fuel Technology employs a number of procedures to achieve
maximumflow, reliability and tunability. The Model 4500 begins with
a mirror-polished venturi section for improved airflow and is matched
with CNC machined billet annular booster inserts with 12 versus
eight
holes. Throttle shafts are custom machined from solid round stock
(half the diameter of stock shafts) and machined to flatten the
round sides for better flow. Lightweight aluminum fuel bowls feature
FUEL CHUTE™bowl-feed design that minimizes aeration and foaming
for consistent
fuel delivery.
The fuel bowls also feature a clear sight glass for fuellevel verification
and adjustment. Billet three-circuit metering blocks(gasoline only)
feature removable emulsion bleeds and idle feed restrictions. Lightweight
components make the Model 4500 nearly three
pounds lighter than a Holley Dominator® Each carburetor is assembled
by hand, race calibrated for real-world conditions and engine tested
for quality assurance. Sizes include: 1050cfm (gas and alcohol),
1150cfm and 1250cfm. Quick Fuel Technology, leaders in professional
racing andcustom street carburetors, kits and components for gas
and alcohol
applications can help make you a winner.
For more information, please visit www.quickfueltechnology.com
TCI® LS1 Torque Converter
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(8-2-2004) - The LS1 engine is the “small-block
Chevrolet of today” used in a wide variety of General Motors
vehicle applications. TCI®’s new LS1 Torque Converter
offers an easy way to deliver all that wonderful LS1 engine power
to the ground. The TCI® LS1 Torque Converter delivers 95 percent
efficiency; which far surpasses the OEM torque converter.
Using a 9.5-inch torque converter core, TCI® incorporates a
heavy duty stator, furnace-brazed fins and a billet steel cover
to create a bullet-proof converter that delivers a 2.7:1 ratio of
torque multiplication. The lightweight design helps deliver quick
engine response and heavy duty mounting bolts are included with
every TCI® LS1 Torque Converter.
The TCI® LS1 torque converter are available for ’98 and newer General Motor F-body cars and ’99 and newer GM trucks with 4.8, 5.3 and 6.0 liter LS-based engines. Stall speed with the standard TCI® LS1 Torque Converter is 4200 rpm however custom stall speeds are also available. For more information on TCI®’s LS1 Torque Converters contact you nearest dealer or visit us online at www.tciauto.com.
Adjustable Rear Sway Bar End Links
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(7-29-2004) - Competition Engineering’ s new Adjustable Rear Sway Bar End Links, Part No. C7990 are available for Ford F-150 Lightning 1999-2002 Trucks. These will allow preloading of rear sway bar to counteract chassis twist during launches while the adjustable links allow sway bar to be set at proper angle when vehicle is lowered. Mounting is easy since they go in the factory locations without modification, replacing factory rubber bushings with spherical rod ends. Manufactured from DOM Tubing and includes all hardware and instructions to install.
For more information, visit www.moroso.com
quick-flow™ power spacers introduced by crane cams
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(7-15-2004) - Significantly improved power —up to 22 rear wheel horsepower— and increased fuel economy are the primary benefits of the new line of highly effective carburetor/throttle body spacers now offered by Crane Cams. Incorporating patented technology, Quick-Flow™ Power Spacers improve fuel atomization, which enhances chamber “filling” and combustion efficiency. The Power Spacers have been extensively chassis dyno-tested and proven to be exceptionally effective across the entire power band, from idle through maximum RPM.
Crane’s Quick-Flow™ Power Spacers are computer-designed to provide maximum air flow for each application. They are CNC-machined from T-6061aircraft grade aluminum billet, and come with required hardware and gaskets. These easy-to-install spacers attach to the OEM intake manifold.
The quiet-operating devices are offered for all popular carburetors, from 2-barrels to Dominators, as well as EFI systems used in most trucks and SUVs. Crane’s Quick-Flow™ Power Spacers come in many part numbers, covering Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, Hummer, Jeep and Toyota applications. They are 50-state emissions legal, and covered by C.A.R.B. EO #D516-2.
Detailed information on the new Quick-Flow™ Power Spacers —as well as dealer sourcing— can be found 24/7 visit Crane’s website (www.cranecams.com)
Filter/Adapters From Nitrous Pro-Flow
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(7-13-2004) – Nitrous Pro-Flow, a division
of Wilson Manifolds offers stainless steel nitrous filter adapters
that help prevent debris from damaging sensitive solenoids, spray
bars and nozzles. Most people don’t realize that the nitrous
they refill their bottle with may not be very clean. Debris inside
the fill tank can easily be transferred into the bottle and this
includes dirt, rust or corrosion. Nitrous Pro-Flow designed their
filter adapters to provide protection for the entire system without
impeding the flow of nitrous. The shape of the filter adapter is
designed for minimal pressure drop and maximized flow. The smooth,
free-flow prevents phase change in the nitrous delivery thus preserving
consistency run after run. The stainless steel body has a removable
mesh screen filter that traps debris before it makes its way to
the solenoid, spray bar and nozzle. The Nitrous Pro-Flow filter
has five times the screen surface of a regular in-line filter and
will fit standard and high-flow bottle valves with AN-4 or AN-6
lines. Wilson Manifolds is a manufacturer of high performance and
professional racing intake manifolds, carburetor spacers, shear
plates, nitrous systems and accessories.
For more information, please visit us at: www.wilsonmanifolds.com
WANT THE BEST? TRY EDELBROCK'S NEW ESSEX-MADE FUEL
PRESSURE
REGULATORS
(7-6-2004) – Edelbrock demands the best for its customers, so it's no wonder the performance icon turned to Essex Industries to produce its state-of-the-art electric fuel pressure regulators. Essex is a renowned name in the fuel system components industry and is the same company that makes parts for F/A 15 Eagle fighter jets and other high-tech planes.
Now available are three new Edelbrock/Essex fuel pressure regulators: #1727, #1728 and #1729. These regulators are machined from aircraft-quality aluminum and have fluorosilicone diaphragm material for extended life and high-temperature protection. Compatible with all grades of gasoline and methanol and have 1/8" NPT gauge ports. Mounting bracket and hardware included.
#9679; #1727 has ½" NPT inlet/outlets and is adjustable
for 5 to 10 psi while providing consistent pressure regulation for
carbureted applications. Good for 160 GPH.
#9679; #1728 is adjustable from 35 to 90 psi for 180 GPH. Has dual
-6 AN inlets,
single -6 outlet and external bypass for EFI applications #9679;
#1729 offers the same flow performance (180 GPH) as #1728, but with
a longer body and dual -10 AN inlets, single -10 outlet and external
bypass for EFI applications.
AUTOTECNICA INTRODUCES CHROME STYLING ACCESSORIES FOR THE FORD
FOCUS; OEM-Quality Parts Install Quickly & Fit Beautifully
(7-8-2004) - Autotecnica introduces a line of
OEM-quality chrome accessories for the Ford Focus. The clean-looking
exterior styling products install in just minutes, and they’re
available to fit 2000-04 models.
Autotecnica’s new Focus product line includes door handle
covers, outside mirror covers, head lamp rims, tail lamp covers,
a rear trunk lid covers and gas tank covers. These accessories are
made from ABS injected plastic with a real chrome nickel finish.
They come with top-quality 3M tape and adhesive promoter, and can
be installed in 15 minutes or less.
“These are not universal-fit products but vehicle specific
products,” notes Alan D. Kantor, president and CEO of Autotecnica.
“We have designed each accessory to enhance the styling of
Ford’s very successful Focus. These are high-quality, high-value
parts that fit right and install easily. They even come with a three-year
warranty.”
Autotecnica offers OEM-quality styling accessories for many of today’s
most popular vehicles, including “Chrome trim products”
for the VW Beetle, Mini Cooper, Audi A4, PT Cruiser, Ford Focus,
Honda Civic, Jeep Cherokee, GM Truck, Ford Truck, Dodge truck, and
Cadillac Escalade. The company’s high-value product line includes
chrome exterior and interior dress-up accessories, shift knobs,
racing pedals and more, under such popular brand names as EVO, TypeR,
Targa, Carex Sports, Monzä and Niken. Autotecnica focuses on
providing the best possible customer service, while strongly supporting
traditional automotive aftermarket distribution channels.
For more information, visit their website at www.autotecnica.com.
V-FORCE Nozzles From Nitrous Pro-Flow
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(6-20-2004) – Nitrous Pro-Flow, a division
of Wilson Manifolds designed their patent-pending V-FORCE nozzle
to provide a unique flow of nitrous and fuel that actually prevents
excessive fuel wash thus resulting in more power. The oval spray
pattern completely fills the port unlike other nozzles that use
a fan or wedge spray pattern that can cause a power-limiting disruption
in flow. This oval spray pattern is enhanced by a drier charge that
promotes a more complete combustion in the chamber. Each nozzle
is CNC-machined from 303 stainless and tolerances are kept super
strict to ensure that each nozzle is always consistent with other
V-FORCE nozzles. Unlike other nozzles, the V-FORCE line uses stainless
entry fittings, not zinc-plated steel, so corrosion is never an
issue. All V-FORCE nozzles utilize 1/16-inch NPT thread. Wilson
Manifolds is a manufacturer of high performance and professional
racing intake manifolds, carburetor spacers, shear plates, nitrous
systems and accessories.
For more information, please visit us at: www.wilsonmanifolds.com
Quick Fuel Technology Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch
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(6-17-2004) – Quick Fuel Technology (QFT) takes the guesswork out of nitrous delivery activation with their Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch. This simple yet ingenious micro-switching device mounts directly to your Holley®-style carburetor, and completes the circuit to deliver the nitrous shot at full throttle. The QFT Wide Open Throttle switch can also help prevent costly engine damage in the event of parts failure by stopping the flow of nitrous to the engine the instant you release the throttle. Breaking a driveline is bad enough – kicking the rods out the side of the block because of runaway RPM is unacceptable. Take control of the situation by installing a QFT Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch. The Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch is engineered for use on mechanical secondary QFT Q and P series, PROFORM™, and Holley® HP series carburetors. Installation requires use of a QFT secondary cam bracket. This bracket is included on QFT's Q and P series and PROFORM™ carburetors, and is also available separately from QFT as part number 63-2. Holley® 4500 series carburetors do not require a mounting bracket, and use Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch part number 600-2.
For more information, visit Quick Fuel Technology on the web at: www.quickfueltechnology.com
Breather Tank Vacuum/Dry Sump Pump 2.5 Quart
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(6-15-2004) - Moroso now eliminates the need for
two separate tanks with a larger capacity 2.5 Quart Tank, complete
with dual –12AN fittings, allowing hookups from both Vacuum
Pumps and Dry Sump Pumps. This Breather Tank, Part No. 85466 is
an all-aluminum, lightweight tank which includes a mounting clamp
to simplify installation and a hand-operated drain cock to facilitate
cleaning. It comes with a non-hooded, clamp-on-style filtered breather
that traps oil while allowing air to escape freely. Dimensions are:
3” X 17-1/2”.
For more information, visit www.moroso.com
10 Reasons To Love Lubrication; Royal Purple Presents: The “Sometimes You Need A Little Lubrication” List
(6-9-2004) - There’s no shame in admitting
that you need a little lubrication sometimes. Imagine a life without
motor oil. It would be very sad indeed if you had to swap engines
all the time. So, to highlight the beauty of automotive lubes, Royal
Purple® has put together this list of 10 Reasons To Love Lubrication.
Reason #1: Squealing Is Not Always Good
Squeals of delight are one thing. Squeals from your power steering
unit are another. The fix: Royal Purple’s Max EZ synthetic
power steering fluid.
Reason #2: Friction Is Not Our Friend
When you rub things together, you create friction, and that creates
heat. Good sometimes, but not in your engine. Royal Purple synthetic
motor oil dramatically reduces friction.
Reason #3: Slicker Is Faster
You knew this: When you reduce friction, you also increase efficiency.
The more efficient your engine is, the more power it can make from
less air and fuel.
Reason #4: Time Wounds All Metals
Rust is fast, whether it shows up on the surface of a newly machined
block or makes sure your lug nuts stay attached to your wheel studs.
Royal Purple’s Maxfilm penetrating lubricant glides to the
rescue.
Reason #5: Your Rear End Will Thank You
If your ride is rear-wheel-drive, you can send a whole lot more
power to your rear end—longer—by swapping to Royal Purple’s
Max-Gear. Your rear end will live longer and steal less power.
Reason #6: Harder Really Is Better
At least when it comes to transmission shifting, harder really is
better. Soft shifts create heat, the No. 1 killer of transmissions.
Hard shifts are faster, so you chirp the tires more easily and more
often. To get harder shifts, there’s Royal Purple’s
Synchromax for manuals and Max ATF for automatics.
Reason #7: Sometimes You Don’t Want To Get All Hot
& Bothered
Temp gauge spending too much time in the H zone? Purple Ice radiator
super coolant will bring that needle down.
Reason #8: The First Time Is Different (Max-Tuff)
You’re building a new engine, and you want to make sure everything
is nice and lubed for startup. Royal Purple’s Max-Tuff assembly
lube hangs tough to provide excellent corrosion protection and wear
protection on startup.
Reason #9: You’re Playing With Power Tools
Want your air compressor to live longer and be more efficient? Royal
Purple’s Synfilm Recip. 100 will lube it up right.
Reason #10: You Can Go Longer
Hate changing your oil every 3,000 miles, or changing your trans
fluid every 40K? Royal Purple synthetic lubricants last a whole
lot longer.
CRANE XR-i CONVERTS POINTS TO ELECTRONIC
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(6-08-2004) - Owners of 1957-74 GM and Ford vehicles can now convert their OEM single point mechanical ignition to a maintenance-free digital electronic ignition with Crane’s innovative XR-i conversion kit.
In addition to providing pinpoint-accurate ignition timing without the “float” common to mechanical point-type ignitions, Crane’s XR-i eliminates the need to constantly replace and “set” points. It also features a built-in rev-limiter that’s adjustable from 4,000-8,000 RPM.
The XR-i can easily be installed in about 15 minutes with a two-wire hook-up, and it mounts to where the points were located. Ignition timing is picked up from the points cam, with no “shutter wheel” required. And, because everything is contained within the distributor cap, a “factory look” is maintained —great for restoration projects.
Another important technical feature of the XR-i is the fact that it’s fully sealed in urethane, which protects it from dirt, oil, moisture and vibration. It’s also temperature-protected for safe, reliable operation inside the distributor.
Crane part #750-1700 covers 1957-74 Ford 8-cylinder applications (single point) and #750-1710 converts 1957-74 General Motors vehicles.
For additional information 24/7 visit Crane’s website (www.cranecams.com)
TCI® 4th Gear Super Servo
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(6-7-2004) - Have you ever burned up a transmission due to excessive towing loads? GM’s 700R4 and 4L60E transmissions are built for standard hauling and towing, but could use a little help in the area of fourth gear where full manual valve bodies can lead to a burnt band. The new TCI® 4th Gear Super Servo allows more force to be applied to the band, reducing destructive slippage and internal heat.
The 4th Gear Super Servo provides improved sealing and a larger surface area to increase overall band life. With more holding power in 4th, there is increased transmission gear shift firmness resulting in better performance regardless of whether you are towing or racing your car or truck. For more information on TCI®’s 4th Gear Super Servo contact you nearest dealer or visit us online at www.tciauto.com.
EXPANDED PRODUCT OFFERINGS HIGHLIGHT 2004 RUSSELL PERFORMANCE CATALOG
(6-4-2004) - The 2004 Russell Performance Catalog, filled with over 300 new automotive fluid transfer products and updates, is now available.
The 62-page, 4-color Russell catalog for 2004 has 307 new part numbers, with increased selections for sport compact cars, including items like manifold fittings and turbocharger fittings.
Building on its success, Russell has expanded its coverage in several product areas, including specialty adapter fittings, with new part numbers in the 45730; flare to pipe and 90730; flare to pipe fittings, plus more SAE brake adapter fittings than ever before. There's more brake line and fuel line offerings, as Russell delivers more of its reliable and durable lines to professionals and enthusiasts.
Russell is best known for supplying its advanced fluid systems
for high-performance street applications, marine and racing everything
from Nextel Cup to Formula One to Top Fuel drag racing for over
25 years. Russell is also a leader in brake rotors, brake lines
and related components for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. An integral
part of the Edelbrock "Fun Team," Russell has its own
engineering and state-of the-art quality control departments at
its facility in Torrance, Calif.
According to Edelbrock President and CEO Vic Edelbrock, "Russell has an ever-growing line of top quality automotive plumbing components, and gives our customers access to the very best quality and technology for their vehicles, whether they're using them on the freeway or the speedway."
Visit their website at www.edelbrock.com
Powerhouse® Electric Ring Filer
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(6-3-2004) - No more fumbling with hand crank ring grinders, it’s time to step-up your engine building efficiency to today’s technology. Powerhouse® Products introduces another useful addition to their unique line of tools, the Powerhouse® Electric Ring Filer, which will virtually pay for itself with the time you save file fitting piston rings.
Powered by a rechargeable Ni-Cad battery, the Electric Ring filer
provides convenient, portable filing for up to 200 rings when fully
charged. This easy to use filer features a depth adjustment micrometer
to insure control, cuts in 0.001-inch increments and includes an
auto on/off switch for safety. The filer stores away neatly in a
padded plastic case and also includes extra grinding wheels, an
AC adapter and necessary wrenches. For more information contact
Powerhouse® Products at 1-800-872-7223 or visit their website
at www.powerhouseproducts.com.
News From Strange Engineering GM Aluminum Shocks
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(6-2-2004) - ALL GM A & G Body and ‘67-’81
- Strange Engineering, long time Driveline and Suspension
innovators in Performance Suspension and Driveline Technology, has
introduced their GM Externally Adjustable Aluminum Shock Absorbers
for the popular A Body (Chevelle based) and G Body cars (Cutlass,
Grand National, El Camino, based etc.) as well as the ‘67
-’81 Carmaro/Firbird cars.
Designed as a Bolt-In Application for Street or Track, these highly
responsive Shock Absorbers feature all the qualities Strange Performance
Suspension is known for
including an Aluminum Body for lightweight and modern design. Designed
to take the guess-work out of tuning your suspension, these Strange
External Adjustable Shocks are easily tuned by turning a conveniently
located external knob offering 10 precise rebound adjustments allowing
for a wide range of settings. Polyurethane Bushings and Billet Steel
Bar-Pins are standard. After assembly and inspection, each Strange
Shock must pass our stringent testing procedure. Then, and only
then do we apply the special Strange label and issued an exclusive
serial number.
For more information on this quality product for your specific GM application, and the hundreds of Strange Driveline and Suspension products offered, visit www.strangeengineering.net.
Vanishing Point Race Cars is offering ’67-’69 Camaro Three-Quarter Chassis Kits & Packages
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(5-28-2004) - Available in kit form (unwelded), the VPRC ’67-’69 Camaro Three-Quarter Chassis (TQCH) is designed to work with all VPRC suspension products right off the shelf for bolt on ease when finishing your project at home.
It is also available with the main section completely assembled and welded with all critical mounts in place: 4-Link Brackets, Anti-Roll Mounts, Shock Mounts and X-Link Mounts. The remainder of the chassis comes loose for installation by the owner.
Both options come with complete prints and materials list.
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The TQCH is available for SFI 25.2 Chrome Moly and SFI 25.5 Mild
Steel. Unwelded in SFI 25.2 Chrome Moly is $1,650.00, welded $3,750.00.
Unwelded in SFI 25.5 Mild Steel is $1,225.00, welded $3,150.00.
The TQCH Chassis is available for many other body styles. Visit our website at www.vpracecars.com to peruse hundreds of parts, components and kits needed to build your own dream car, or call us at 215-721-9165 for more information.
The World Record Holder, Steve Kirk, uses the VPRC Three-Quarter
Chassis. Kirk’s Camaro was the first 10.5 car over 200 mph,
and it’s
206 mph run hasn’t been topped yet!
For more information, visit their website at www.vpracecars.com.
Battery Quick Connect; Mini
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(5-26-2004) - Moroso's now has a Mini Battery Quick
Connect; Part No. 74201, which will accommodate any connection up
to 50 AMPS, using #6 wire while saving space. It will instantly
connect your vehicle’s electrical system to an auxiliary power
source, either to start the car or for fast battery charges. It
is also useful on tow vehicles and 4 x 4’s as a power plug
for winches, jumper cable connections, or battery chargers. For
extra strength it is manufactured from tough polycarbonate with
spring-loaded copper contacts.
For more information, visit www.moroso.com
POWERMASTER = MORE FOR LS
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(5-21-2004) - Powermaster’s XSTorque™, the highest torque starter made, was added to their line of high performance starters and alternators two years ago. Since then, Powermaster has developed the 9509, an XSTorque™ starter for all LS applications, including trucks and SUVs. With thousands of XSTorque™ starters on racing and street-performance engines worldwide, Powermaster introduced the 9509, a premier addition to the XSTorque™ line that brings race-bred technology to the street, and substance to the show scene in the form of a chrome version, the 19509.
Why a top-of-the-line Powermaster XSTorque™ in your LS-motored Chevy, Pontiac or GMC? First, torque output of a starter is crucial in order to spin the engine without overheating internally. Since there’s no such thing as too much torque, the XSTorque’s 200 ft.-lb.’s works for any application. Second, while racing engines require a 200 ft.-lb. starter, your engine can also use the same 4.4:1 gear reduction system that replaces the failure-prone factory plastic planetary gears. Finally, the 9509 has a CNC-machined, billet housing and mounting block that allows for maximum header clearance while eliminating problems associated with heat.
With every Powermaster starter, you get a dyno sheet showing the exact performance of that starter. These sheets not only explain how to interpret the data, but they are also your assurance that Powermaster starters in general and specifically your XSTorque™ 9509 is built to consistent, statistically-controlled standards, and that it has been dyno tested through the entire power range. Now isn’t it comforting to have the proven output and durability of a Powermaster under the hood of your LS-powered car, truck or SUV
Visit their website at www.powermastermotorsports.com
GET THE WINNING EDGE WITH EDELBROCK'S NEW VICTOR 455 OLDS DRAG
RACING MANIFOLDS
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(5-19-2004 ) - Edelbrock's commitment to drag racing continues with the company's exciting new performance parts for competition Oldsmobiles. Two new Edelbrock Victor drag racing manifolds for 455 Olds are now available for racers to give them the winning edge.
Edelbrock Victor Series manifolds are known to deliver race-winning power, incorporating Edelbrock's extensive knowledge in induction technology for maximum horsepower and torque. Victor 455 Olds #2810 works with square-bore carbs and #2811 accepts 4500 Series carbs to accommodate many competition applications. With a single-plane "air-gap" design and an operating range between 4500-7500 rpm, these new aluminum manifolds offer significant horsepower increases over existing intakes.
According to an independent test by Joe Mondello, noted Olds expert, elapsed times were lowered by .280 of a second and the top speed increased by 4 mph.
The new Victor 455 Olds drag racing manifolds stand more than
three inches taller than the Edelbrock Torker manifold and incorporate
a high-flow 3.4-square-inch runner area. Edelbrock engineers have
removed the intake bolts between the runners, thus creating a smoother
airflow path for higher airflow and more power! Both manifolds feature
a port size and shape that
has been optimized to match the flow characteristics of Edelbrock
Performer RPM aluminum cylinder heads #60519 (complete) or #60529
(bare).
These parts are for competition only, and are not legal for sale or use on pollution-controlled motor vehicles.
Find out more at www.edelbrock.com
First Generation Small Block V8 Lifter Retainer
Part Number 88958652
(5-18-2004) - For those enthusiasts wanting more
lifter control and the ability to change the camshaft on their Chevy
small block without having to remove all the lifters from the engine,
this product is for you. GM Performance Parts introduces the Qwik
Cam lifter tray kit for '92-and later Gen I-style GM small block
V8 engine blocks. This product was developed from lessons learned
on the development of the Gen III V8 lifter guide.
For more information, see the GMPP website at www.gmgoodwrench.com
B&M Transpak™ for Ford Automatic Transmissions
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(5-17-2004) – The B&M Racing & Performance
Products Transpak™ takes their popular Shift Improver Kit™
one step further and allows you to recalibrate your automatic transmission
for optimum performance. The Transpak™ comes in two levels
of performance to cover a broad range of applications from heavy
duty towing to high performance action. The Level 1 Transpak™
is intended for RV and Heavy Duty vehicles where a firm, but not
harsh, shift is desired. Stepping up to the Level 2 Street-Strip
kit brings extremely fast and firm shifts. Both kits retain full
automatic operation and stock rpm shift points while the transmission
is in the drive position. The B&M Transpak™ is available
for Ford 1964-1982 C4, 1967-1991 C6, 1980-92 AOD (except 1992 and
later with electronic shift) and 1989-1997 E40D. The Transpak™
is also available for General Motors and Chrysler applications.
Every Transpak™ can be installed with the transmission in
the vehicle.
For more information please visit their website at www.bmracing.com
Adjustable Secondaries From Quick Fuel Technology
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(5-13-2004) – Quick Fuel Technology, with more than 50 years experience in the high performance and racing fuel system industry, has
announced their improved adjustable secondary housing for carburetors
that employ a vacuum secondary system. There are a couple of drawbacks
to factory-style vacuum-controlled secondaries: no
adjustability and changing springs can lead to seal failures. Changing
the secondary diaphragm can result in a torn or leaking seal. The QuickSet Adjustable Secondary Housing features a machined billet cover with an easy-access adjustment screw. This simple adjustment allows for a precise secondary opening for optimum secondary throttle response and performance on the track, trail or street. The adjustment needle changes not only the opening point (RPM) but also the rate (time to open) of the secondary. This is a great way to dial in optimum power at specific rpm ranges and is especially useful in racing situations where
traction may be compromised and secondary timing is crucial. The
Quick Set Adjustable Secondary Housing is also available with the
original cover to comply with rules that require a stock appearance.
Quick FuelTechnology, leaders in professional racing and custom
street
carburetors, kits and components for gas and alcohol applications
can help make you a winner. For more information, visit www.quickfueltechnology.com
DICK HARRELL.COM ANNOUNCES
THE DICK HARRELL EDITION 2002 CAMARO SUPERCARS AND ONLINE STORE
LICENSED SELECTION AS THE OFFICIAL ULTRA-COOL DICK HARRELL WEBSITE
(5-12-2004) -- First of all, I would like to start this announcement off with a BIG “THANK YOU” to all that have signed up to show great support to the Dick Harrell forum. If only we could document the entire sport in this fashion, this site contains information that is a priceless tribute to Dick Harrell, and drag racing history. Keep the posts coming and continue to spread the word about our site to your friends and family.
We, in the Harrell family, are extremely excited to announce the official release of the Dick Harrell Edition Supercar, a 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. The "Dick Harrell Edition Camaro" will be sold exclusively through Berger Chevrolet in Grand Rapids, MI. & built by 1.GMMG, Inc., in Marietta, GA (the original builder of the 2002 Camaro ZL-1 Supercars and many other Dealer built Musclecars). This exciting project brought together a team of individuals not seen since my Dad’s days of racing with Chevrolet and the Chevy dealers he worked so closely with. We are working with GM's new Performance Division to recreate, in a production street version, their 2002 2.Woodward Dream Cruise Camaro. Chevrolets one off Supercar, (click here for more information on a Chevy High Performance magazine article on this car (http://chevyhiperformance.com/featuredvehicles/148_0310_sun/). This incredible Camaro houses the new GM Racing Corvette derived C5R 427cu.in. all aluminum race engine, pushing approximately 560 HP to the ground. Our new Dick Harrell Edition Camaro will feature these very unique body panels that Chevrolet created for their Camaro and the C5R race motor will be available through GMMG, Inc. with approximately 630 HP and will run on pump gas.
We have been working with Scott Settlemire of the Camaro Brand Team, John Heinricy of GM Performance Division, Randy Wittine and Kip Wasenko of GM Design Staff, Matt Berger of Berger Chevrolet and Matt Murphy of GMMG, Inc. very closely over the past six months to get this project to this point of releasing it to you, our website members and enthusiasts. Later you will see photos of the prototype car at a GM Design studio in its clay stages, like all GM prototype vehicles go through. We are very excited to finally be able to release this information here first, and look forward to showing you more photos as they become available throughout the production of these Camaros. An official unveiling date is in the works and we are also looking at possibly delivering some of these 30 cars in Kansas City later this summer. Stay tuned for more exciting stuff.
In addition to the Dick Harrell Edition Supercar, we also have a new layout of www.DickHarrell.com. (Thank you Andy) The new layout also comes equipped with our own Online Store and is the only store whose every item is licensed, produced or manufactured exclusively by the Harrell family. As of now, the store features Dick Harrell Classic Memorabilia as well as merchandise of the ever-famous War Eagle by Dale Pulde. Currently, some of the products we offer are Decals by Slixx Decals, key chains, posters, photos, as well as Dick Harrell and War Eagle T-Shirts.
We are excited to be able to offer products of other racer teams and such, from our site as well. If anybody has a product they would like for us to sell on our site please shoot an Email to james@dickharrell.com. In addition, to the reseller program we offer on DickHarrell.com, we also have the ability to offer custom Ecommerce solutions where we host your site, and setup your cart/site custom to your needs. All orders placed off the site are sent across using 128bit Secure Encryption Technology to ensure that every transaction is handled as securely as possible. We are able to take credit card as well as PayPal payments. Keep checking back; soon we will have products to go along with the 2002 Dick Harrell Camaro Project.
In closing, we are finalizing the details of the Dick Harrell Edition Supercar by Berger Chevrolet & GMMG, Inc. There is no underestimating our uncontained excitement. And today, words spoken from the Dick Harrell team, “You can not remove the smile from our faces, and those that worked with, raced with, and loved Dick as much as we do.” Thank you Matt Berger, Matt Murphy and Chevrolet for making this Camaro project come to life and for a great tribute to our beloved “Mr. Chevrolet” Dick Harrell.Please check us out at www.dickharrell.com.
Oakley's Newest Styles on the market
Dartboard
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(5-10-2004) - He's the all-time winningest amateur and the youngest pro ever to win both an East Coast and West Supercross Championship. James Stewart is wearing Dartboard™, an exclusive Oakley invention. Availability is currently limited, but we figured Bubba earned the true monolithic shield of optically pure Plutonite®. Its sculpturally integrated hinges feature temple lugs of stainless steel. Bubba chose White Camo for the lightweight O Matter® frame. Other options include Night Camo, Polished Black, and translucent Honey and Berry hues. Off-road warriors like Bubba will appreciate impact protection that exceeds ANSI Z87.1 Industrial Standards, Unobtainium® inlays for a comfortably secure fit, and patented XYZ Optics® for clarity at all angles of vision.
Zero
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We could tell you about the sculpturally integrated hinges, the lightweight O Matter® frame material or the Unobtainium® components that actually increase grip with perspiration. But the truth is, those who wear Zero™ are buying it because it's like nothing the world has ever seen. Customers don't seem to care about the raked-back contours that maximize peripheral vision and protection. Or the digitally mapped 3-D lens geometry that uses patented XYZ Optics®, an innovation that maintains razor-sharp clarity at all angles of vision. If you're someone who wants a one-of-a-kind invention like Zero™, performance and comfort are not prerequisites. But you get them anyway.
Unknown
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Some think it's called "Unknown" because of sculptural geometry that no one has ever seen before. Few frames reach this thickness, even though our O Matter® material makes it startlingly lightweight. Few lenses are swept back with this degree of contour, even though 8.75 base curvature opens peripheral vision. For those with small to medium-size faces, this invention combines the comfort of Oakley's Three-Point Fit with patented XYZ Optics® for clarity at all angles of view. Not to mention the secure grip of Unobtainium® earsocks, plus durability that exceeds ANSI Z87.1 Industrial Standards for impact protection. The only remaining unknown is why you're still wearing conventional eyewear.
More information is available at www.oakley.com.
TCI® Dodge Truck Torque Converters
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(5-10-2004) - Dodge Trucks are well known for their hauling and towing capabilities. TCI®’s new Dodge Truck Torque Converters offers an easy way to deliver all that monstrous Cummins Diesel and V10 gasoline truck torque to the pavement, far more efficiently than OEM converters.
TCI® incorporates a heavy duty stator, furnace-brazed fins, billet steel cover and a heavy duty lockup clutch to create a bullet-proof torque converter that delivers a high ratio of torque multiplication. The high torque towing design is perfect for all Dodge Truck applications and heavy duty mounting bolts are included with every TCI® Dodge Truck Torque Converter.
The TCI® Dodge Truck Torque Converter are available for ’95
and newer Cummins Diesel-powered Dodge trucks (PN 142261) and ’95
and newer V-10 gasoline engines (PN 142262). The Dodge Truck Torque
Converters feature a 300 rpm less than stock stall speed; however
converters with custom stall speeds are also available upon request.
For more information on TCI®’s Dodge Truck Torque Converters
contact you nearest dealer or visit us online at www.tciauto.com
EDELBROCK BIG-BLOCK CHEVY CYLINDER RACING HEADS ARE A WINNER; The best out-of-the-box head," says famed engine builder Pat Musi
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(5-7-2004) - Pat Musi knows a thing or two about competition cylinder heads. Musi, a championship auto racer and performance specialist for three decades, is highly impressed with Edelbrock 's Victor 24 rectangular port big-block Chevy racing cylinder head (#77409).
"It's the best out-of-the-box standard port location head available for large bore (4.470" and larger) big-block Chevys," Musi said. "Edelbrock has another winner."
# 77409 is based on the popular Victor head #77609, and features
a rolled over deck, altered valve locations, partially CNC'd chambers
and exhaust ports for cost-effective performance and revised 118cc
combustion chambers. The head has been angle machined 2.4 and the
valve locations moved to improve flow and combustion efficiency.
The new valve spread
accommodates valves sizes up to 2.40" intake or 1.92"
exhaust.
#77409 is finished with a valve job, port match and bowl bending, and comes with 2.30" intake and 1.88" exhaust valves, 1.625" Manley springs (250 lbs. @ 2.000" installed height), and 10 titanium retainers and locks. #77419 is bare head without port matching or bowl bending. Edelbrock has also introduced new Victor Jr. 24 big-block Chevy rectangular port racing cylinder heads, #77469 bare (single) and #77459 with valves (single), both with 118cc chamber size.
Find out more at www.edelbrock.com
Interchangable Claw Valve SeatPressure Testers
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(5-6-2004) - Moroso’s newly designed Valve Seat Pressure Testers feature removable front claws that can be interchanged for use with a minimum of 12 different valve train configurations. These tools are a must for drag racers that need to check valve springs between rounds and don’t have the time to disassemble the heads.
Available in 2 versions: The Standard Vertical Stand-Up design (Part No. 62388) for use in open clearance engine compartments and the Low-Profile (Part No. 62389) for hard to reach engine areas such as under the windshield cowl. They allow for quick change of claws to fit various brands of rocker arms used in racing, have a built-in 400-lb. reading scale and are
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manufactured from billet aluminum with a body pocket to fit taller adjuster nuts used on stud girdles.
The kit includes one No. 62403 straight claw. Additional claws are sold separately.
.For more information, visit www.moroso.com
Manual Choke Street Avenger Carburetors
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(5-5-2004) - Holley Performance Products the worlds
foremost expert in fuel systems and carburetors is proud to offer
its new line of Street Avenger Carburetors equipped with a manual
choke.
The Street Avenger carburetor was created out of a need for a simplistic design that would allow anyone with no past experience in carburetors to bolt it on, make two small tuning adjustments, and drive off…. so simple it’s virtually a bolt on deal. Now Holley has introduced the manual choke version of their Street Avenger carburetors. The manual choke version is the perfect fit where the driver wants to control the choke operation during warm up. The manual choke line of Street Avenger carburetors come in 570 CFM P/N 0-81570, 670 CFM P/N 0-81670, and 770 CFM P/N 0-81770 versions just like the original Street Avenger Carbs.
The manual choke version of the Street Avenger carburetors retain
all of the award winning No Trouble features of the electric choke
version. No Trouble? features include quick change vacuum secondaries
calibrated for optimum street use, fourth generation power valve
design with lifetime blowout protection guarantee, four vacuum ports
consisting of PCV, spark, power brake and vacuum accessories, clear
sight plugs to ensure fuel level can be seen during adjustment,
built in secondary fuel filter system in primary and secondary fuel
bowls, Street Avenger fuel metering system designed for the street
enthusiast for crisper acceleration, monster low-end torque, unmatched
top end horsepower, step-by-step installation guide, a Lifetime
warranty on parts, and a one (1) year warranty on labor with factory
direct service.
For more information, visit www.holley.com
Moroso Street/Strip Oil Pan Ford 5.0 Liter Engines
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(5-4-2004) - Moroso’s new Oil Pan Part No. 20506 fits 5.0-liter Ford engines used in 1979-95 Mustangs, 1981-88 Thunderbirds, Cougars and 1979-86 Capris. At only 7-1/2" deep, the kicked-out sump design increases oil capacity to 7 quarts without restricting ground clearance. *Will clear 302 with 4-Bolt center mains (only). Specially engineered to provide a continuous supply of oil to the engine in high-performance applications. Innovative “Pro Sump” baffling system prevents oil from climbing pan walls, keeping the oil contained in the pickup area during hard acceleration and braking. The pro sump baffle design also isolates sump oil from crankshaft to prevent oil aeration and windage. Also includes Universal Dipstick Kit No. 25970 and works with most starter/flywheel combinations.
* Will not clear on 302 with 4-Bolt Front and Rear Main Caps
.For more information, visit www.moroso.com
JESEL Introduces Sportsman Series Shaft Rocker Systems for Vortec Cylinder Heads
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(5-3-2004) – Developed as the bread and butter cylinder head for late-model trucks, Chevy’s Vortec-style cylinder head has become the sportsman racer’s cylinder head of choice. These heads feature high-flow ports and a super efficient combustion chamber, and best of all, a bargain-basement price. Now JESEL, the leader in shaft rocker systems has introduced its affordable SS line of shaft rockers for Vortec-style heads. The JESEL Vortec SS shaft rocker systems fit GM O.E. heads, Edelbrock E-Tech aluminum heads and Pro Topline’s Vortec replacement iron heads. JESEL’s SS rockers are a direct bolt-on for Edelbrock E-Techs and Pro Topline heads, however, GM O.E. cylinder heads require drilling and tapping rocker stud holes to 7/16-inch. Jesel’s SS rocker assemblies eliminate the need for rocker studs, guide plates, polylocks and stud girdles. They bolt on to existing rocker stud pedestals and provide a rigid base for the ultimate in valvetrain stability and correct rocker geometry. Racers report superior valveguide durability and consequently better valve seat life. Jesel SS shaft rockers will also hold lash adjustment much longer than stud-mounted rocker arms. Features include CNC-machined 2024 Alloy rocker bodies, Torrington shaft needle bearings, 4340 alloy steel adjusters, billet steel stands and centerless-ground rocker shafts. Three ratio packages are available: 1.5/1.5, 1.6/1.5 and 1.6/1.6.
For more information visit us at www.jesel.com.
NEW “MOTOWN” SMALL BLOCK CHEVY INTAKE MANIFOLD FROM WORLD
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(4-30-2004) - World Products, Inc., the company best known for its cylinder heads and engine blocks, has introduced a new intake manifold for small block Chevrolet applications that delivers the power of a single plane racing manifold with the bottom-end performance expected of a dual plane design.
The new “Motown” manifold features a lightweight aluminum alloy casting with a high velocity runner design. A “spider” is cast on the manifold floor to eliminate “puddling” and enhance bottom-end performance, while external runner bosses facilitate the installation of nitrous oxide “fogger” nozzles or fuel injectors. They are available for both 4150 (standard 4-barrel) and 4500 (Dominator) applications.
Dyno-proven to deliver 25-30 more horsepower than other currently popular single plane manifolds, the performance increases are attributed to highly refined runner “short turns” in the plenum.
For additional information go online to: www.worldcastings.com.
M-W INTRODUCES “RETRO” DRAGSTER TORSION ASSEMBLY
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(4-29-2004) - Mark Williams Enterprises, founded in 1964 as a race car chassis shop, has “returned to its roots” with the introduction of a ‘60s style front engine dragster torsion assembly. Intended for use on today’s new crop of nostalgia dragsters, the assembly combines early styling with contemporary technology.
The housing tube is 1-3/8" o.d. x .058" wall 4130 chrome moly and contains a heat-treated alloy steel torsion bar with an undercut center. Arms are 6-3/8" from the housing center to the center of the 3/8" front axle mounting hole, with a 20" center-to-center. Height is adjusted through use of a 7/8" x 48-tooth serration button that press fits into the arms, while a nylon washer serves as a friction dampening device.
Nobtable improvements over original type torsion assemblies include superior bearings for the arms and provisions for lubrication. The new torsion assembly joins a wide variety of products offered by M-W Enterprises for nostalgia front engined dragsters, including chassis blueprints and frame rail kits.
For additional information ,visit the MWE website at: www.markwilliams.com.
NEW H-BEAM FORGED STEEL RODS for LS1 FROM MANLEY
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(4-27-2004) - Manley Performance has introduced an economical new H-beam style forged steel connecting rod for General Motors LS1 applications. They are manufactured from heat-treated 4340 alloy steel and performance rated for applications up to 700 horsepower at 8000 RPM.
The rods come with a 6.125" center-to-center length and large style (2.225") crank journal size. They are .025" longer than stock LS1 rods, and designed to be used with aftermarket pistons (which must also accommodate lightweight .9281" diameter wrist pins; stock LS1 wrist pin bore is .945").
Other key features of this race-proven rod include use of premium grade 7/16" ARP cap screws to secure the caps, while the forgings are heat-treated, stress-relieved, shot-peened and magnafluxed. They come in weight matched sets ± 1.5 grams (Manley p/n 14055-8).
For additional information, visit them on the web at www.manleyperformance.com.
HIGH PERFORMANCE CHASSIS FOR TRI-5 CHEVYS FROM ART MORRISON
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(4-26-2004) - Owners of 1955-57 Chevrolets can
enjoy the benefits of a contemporary suspension and stance through
replacing the OEM Tri-5 chassis with Art Morrison’s latest
creation.
The computer-designed frame is made from mandrel-formed 2” x 4” rectangular tubing and is fixture welded to assure the correct alignment of all suspension components.
Up front is an I.F.S. suspension which employs Strange Eng. adjustable coil-over shocks and a 1” diameter front sway bar. Steering is an AGR power rack & pinion with a choice of 15:1 or 20:1 ratios.
A triangulated 4-bar suspension is used in the rear to control both housing “twist” and lateral movement. Coil-over shocks are used in the rear in place of the stock leaf springs. This provides ample clearance to use tires with section widths up to 10.5” inside the original wheel wells (no tubs required). A 3/4” diameter sway bar is used in the rear to enhance cornering stability, while a beefy 9” Ford housing provides the basis for a large gear selection.
Morrison has designed a unique step-type transmission mount which can accommodate any Powerglide, Turbo-Hydro 350 or 400, 700R4, T56, Richmond 5 and 6-speed transmission.
The chassis comes with front and rear bumper mounts, plus body and core support mounts. The process of swapping this chassis in place of the original frame can be accomplished in a home garage by a competent do-it-yourselfer. Absolutely no welding is required.
For more information visit us at www.artmorrison.com
ZEX™ 4-Barrel Plate Nitrous System
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(4-23-2004) - The ZEX™ 4-Barrel Plate Nitrous System is a complete kit that guarantees even distribution by injecting a 360 degree ring of nitrous and fuel into the intake manifold plenum. The unique “spark-bar less” design is for perfect nitrous & fuel distribution. The system comes with huge nitrous and fuel solenoids for maximum flow and horsepower, & is adjustable from 100-350hp for stock to heavily modified engines.
For additional information, visit them on the web at www.zex.com
LUNATI OFFERS DYNO-TESTED CAM/COMPUTER PROGRAM COMBINATIONS FOR LS1 ENGINES
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(4-22-2004) - Would you like a hotter cam for your
LS1? What about if it cost $130 less than you'd expect? And what
if you could get a computer program specifically tuned for maximum
performance with your cam? Well, you can…but only from Lunati…the
racer’s choice.
Lunati has several dyno-tested grinds for your LS1 needs. These LS1cams feature a hollow core for reduced rotational mass. Lunati cam-compatible programs are available from Hypertech, Inc. Because these programs are dyno-tuned specifically to the performance characteristics of the cam, they offer maximum performance and unsurpassed street manners over mismatched cam/program combinations. To top it all off, Lunati offers a new, LOWER price! When it comes to hard-core LS1 performance, Lunati is the source.
Visit us on the web: www.lunaticamshafts.com.
EDELBROCK ANNOUNCES NEW CONSUMER REBATE PROGRAM, APRIL 20-JUNE 30, 2004; Special promotion features Thunder Series AVS carbs, manifold/carb combos
(4-21-2004) - "Go fast and save cash."
That's the idea behind a special Edelbrock consumer rebate program
featuring its popular Thunder Series AVS carburetors, plus mix-and-match
Performer, EPS, RPM and Air-Gap manifold/carb packages. The rebate
program is for specially
marked Edelbrock products purchased from Apr. 20, 2004 to June 30,
2004
(one rebate redemption per household).
AVS Thunder Series carb part numbers in the rebate program include
#1805, #1806, #1812, #1813, #1825 and #1826. According to Steve
Whipple, Edelbrock vice president of sales, consumers can get a
$20 rebate on any AVS Thunder Series Carb purchase, or they can
get $30 back by combining it with one of the following Edelbrock
manifolds: Performer Series, Performer EPS, Performer RPM and Performer
Air-Gap. Plus, there's a $15 rebate when
any of the manifolds are purchased with an Edelbrock Performer Series
carburetor.
"If any consumer is serious about increasing performance with selected Edelbrock carbs and manifolds, this is a never-before opportunity to do so and save money," Whipple said.
To get cash back, consumers will need to fill out and send in a special redemption form, along with a receipt and UPC label. Rebates will be returned by mail within six to eight weeks.
Whipple added that Edelbrock has a major marketing campaign based around the rebate program, including print and Web ads, special promotional literature and merchandise for retailers, plus giveaway materials for races and other consumer events. "This is a very special promotion," Whipple said, "and we want to get the word out to both the consumer and retailer."
Find out more at www.edelbrock.com
AUTOTECNICA MOVES INTO NEW FACILITY; Brand-New, Larger Location
Accommodates Company’s Rapid Growth And Enhances Customer
Service
(4-21-2004)—Autotecnica, provider of “Performance
and Styling Products,” recently moved into a brand-new 12,000-square-foot
building in Chatsworth, CA. The new facility accommodates the auto
accessories firm’s rapid growth, and enables the already customer
service–driven company to maintain its extraordinary order
fill rate.
“We’ve seen increased demand for our OEM-quality chrome
interior and exterior styling products,” says Alan D. Kantor,
president and CEO of Autotecnica. “That sales growth—coupled
with the introduction of our newest product lines for the Mini Cooper,
VW Beetle and Audi A4—created the need for this much bigger
space.
“Plus, our brand-new, state-of-the-art Pitney Bowes shipping
system enables us to get products to customers faster and more easily,”
adds Kantor. “This means customers won’t ever have to
suffer from any ‘growing pains’ on our end. Quite the
opposite, actually: We are able to continue achieving our exceptional
high-90-percent plus fill rate with a really fast turnaround on
orders. We literally ship nearly every part ordered either the same
day or the next day.”
Autotecnica offers OEM-quality styling accessories for many of today’s
most popular vehicles, including “Chrome trim products”
for the VW Beetle, Mini Cooper, Audi A4, PT Cruiser, Ford Focus,
Honda Civic, Jeep Cherokee, GM Truck, Ford Truck, Dodge truck, and
Cadillac Escalade. The company’s high-value product line includes
chrome exterior and interior dress-up accessories, shift knobs,
racing pedals and more, under such popular brand names as EVO, TypeR,
Targa, Carex Sports, Monzä and Niken. Autotecnica focuses on
providing the best possible customer service, while strongly supporting
traditional automotive aftermarket distribution channels. For more
information, contact Autotecnica Inc., Dept. __, P.O. Box 3566,
Chatsworth, CA 91313, 800-515-6438 ext. 305, www.autotecnica.com.
POWERMASTER DRIVERS SIDE CHEVY STARTER
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(4-20-2004) -– Powermaster’s XSTorque™, the highest torque starter second only to the company’s own ULTRATorque® line, has just introduced the 9518, a 168-tooth, drivers side mount Chevy starter to their line of high performance starters and alternators. With thousands of XSTorque™ starters on racing and street-performance engines worldwide, Powermaster’s introduction of the 9518, a premier addition to the XSTorque™ line, brings a 1.8kW, 200 ft.-lb. Denso-style starter to the racetrack.
Why a top-of-the-line Powermaster XSTorque™ for your Chevy? First, torque output of a starter is crucial in order to spin the engine without overheating internally. Since there’s no such thing as too much torque, the XSTorque’s™ 200 ft.-lb.’s works for any application. Second, racing engines demand a 200 ft.-lb. starter, with a 4.4:1 gear reduction system that replaces the failure-prone factory plastic planetary gears. Finally, the 9518 has a CNC-machined, billet housing and drivers side mounting block that allows for maximum header clearance while eliminating problems associated with heat.
With every Powermaster starter, you get a dyno sheet showing the exact performance of that starter. These sheets not only explain how to interpret the data, but they are also your assurance that Powermaster starters in general and specifically your XSTorque™ 9518 is built to consistent, statistically-controlled standards, and that it has been dyno tested through the entire power range. Now isn’t it comforting while racing to the checkers to have the proven output and durability of a Powermaster?
Visit their website at www.powermastermotorsports.com
TCI® 2nd Gear Super Servo
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(4-19-2004) - Are you having trouble with your General Motors 700R4 or 4L60E transmission when towing big loads? GM’s 700R4 and 4L60E transmissions are built for day-to-day driving, but could use a little help in the area of second gear where full manual valve bodies can lead to burnt bands. The new TCI® 2nd Gear Super Servo features more holding power than stock, which allows more force to be applied to the band, reducing slippage and internal transmission heat.
The 2nd Gear Super Servo increases the firmness of the 2nd and 3rd gear shift and can handle over 400 hp engine applications. Regardless of whether you are towing or racing your car or truck, the TCI® 2nd Gear Super Servo is the right choice for your heavy duty application to increase performance and extend band life. For more information on TCI®’s 2nd Gear Super Servo contact you nearest dealer or visit us online at www.tciauto.com
News From Strange Engineering ALL ‘87 to Present Ford Mustangs Front Strut Coil-Over Kit
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(4-16-2004) - Strange Engineering, keeping with
its innovative performance
suspension breakthroughs, introduces their new Aluminum Coil-Over
Front Strut Kit for all ‘87 to present Ford Mustangs.
This kit is designed as a Slip-On Application for all OEM or aftermarket Mustang Struts built to stock demensions. Strange Engineering offers this kit as an addition to our popular Mustang Strut Kit and includes all mounting hardware consisting of quality Torrington Bearings, black anodized Aluminum Upper and Lower Spring Seats, Jam Nuts and clear anodized Strut Sleeves. Strange also offers exclusive HYPERCOIL Springs or standard Knight Springs to compliment this performance package. Any aftermarket 14” Spring with a 2.500” I.D. will fit.
For more information, visit www.strangeengineering.net.
Quick Fuel Technology Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch
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(4-15-2004) – Quick Fuel Technology (QFT) takes the guesswork out of nitrous delivery activation with their Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch. This simple yet ingenious micro-switching device mounts directly to your Holley®-style carburetor, and completes the circuit to deliver the nitrous shot at full throttle. The QFT Wide Open Throttle switch can also help prevent costly engine damage in the event of parts failure by stopping the flow of nitrous to the engine the instant you release the throttle. Breaking a driveline is bad enough – kicking the rods out the side of the block because of runaway RPM is unacceptable. Take control of the situation by installing a QFT Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch. The Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch is engineered for use on mechanical secondary QFT Q and P series, PROFORM™, and Holley® HP series carburetors. Installation requires use of a QFT secondary cam bracket. This bracket is included on QFT's Q and P series and PROFORM™ carburetors, and is also available separately from QFT as part number 63-2. Holley® 4500 series carburetors do not require a mounting bracket, and use Wide Open Throttle Nitrous Switch part number 600-2.
For more information, visit Quick Fuel Technology on the web at: www.quickfueltechnology.com
Snap-on Tools Spotlights NASCAR Driver Sensation
Dale Earnhardt Jr. with Special Edition Tool Wagon and Roll Cab
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(4-14-2004) - One of NASCAR's newest legends and fastest drivers on the track this season will be earning full points with customers of Snap-on Tools Company. That's because a special edition Dale Earnhardt Jr. Tool Wagon and Roll Cab is available for a limited time in select U.S. regions through Snap-on® dealers. The authentic pit wagon and roll cab offer 93,500 and 25,864 cubic inches of storage space and are adorned with graphic panels and illustrations of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the famous #8 car.
The Special Edition Dale Earnhardt Jr. Tool Wagon (KRLP7002PJR) and Roll Cab (KRL7022PJR) will be available for Snap-on® customers in the southern and western regions of the United States beginning June 2004. The units will then be available to Snap-on® customers in the midwest and eastern regions in September 2004. Snap-on Tools Company is an associate sponsor of Dale Earnhardt Jr., and is proud to offer these one-of-a-kind items that pay tribute to the driver's impressive accomplishments.
Offering toughness, flexibility and mobility, the Snap-on Tool Wagon brings the pit cart concept to professional technicians in the shop. The wagon features 11 total drawers including two full width drawers - one 5" and one 3" deep - to accommodate just about any storage need. Also included are two lockers, each with adjustable shelves and drawers. In addition, a 21" deep locking riser system provides access to a stainless steel workbench when opened - offering a brilliant, smooth and enduring work surface inside.
The special edition Tool Wagon offers the best in mobility with 8" wheels, 16" pneumatic tires and dress plate fenders. A heavy-duty 12-gauge steel platform and seven-gauge steel twin beam supports offer additional strength. While in motion, the wagon provides a revolutionary automotive anti-scrub steering system, as well as an outside turning radius of 150".
The special edition Dale Earnhardt Jr. Tool Wagon not only rolls smooth but also brakes easily. A dual-cam twin disc brake system stops the unit in its tracks with a simple move up or down on the handle.
For those who prefer a smaller storage option, Snap-on Tools offers the Special Edition Dale
Earnhardt Jr. Roll Cab. Not to be outdone by its companion tool wagon, the roll cab is built equally as tough, featuring double-wall construction manufactured with "Class 1" heavy-duty steel to provide ultimate strength, durability and finish. It features 11 drawers that include heavy-duty ball bearing slides for smooth opening and closing as well as easy interchange. It also includes Snap-on Tools' patented Lock N' Roll® system to prevent drawers from drifting open, and provides dual mount capability for its premium comfort grip handle, so that tool users can mount the handle on either side of the unit.
The Special Edition Dale Earnhardt Jr. Tool Wagon and Roll Cab come completely assembled so - just like Dale Jr. - when the race starts, tool users are ready to roll.
Snap-on® customers can find out more about these special edition products at http://www.snapon.com
New Hypertech Power Programmer Covers 2004 GM Trucks and SUVs With A Single Part Number - 50-state street legal under CARB Executive Orders D-260-12
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(4-13-2004) – The truck market is booming, and Hypertech has released Power Programmer™ #30022 for 2004 GM trucks and SUVs. This single part number covers the entire line of GM vehicles powered by 4.8/5.3/6.0 and 8.1-liter V8 engines including the Hummer H2.
Hypertech’s exclusive Power Tuning program is the fastest and easiest way for a truck or SUV owner to improve vehicle performance. The dyno-developed and road-tested fuel and ignition tuning software contained in the Power Programmer produces gains of up to 22 horsepower and 29 ft.-lbs. of torque (depending on application) at the touch of a button. The Power Programmer gives truck and SUV owners the power to reprogram the onboard computer to match their specific needs and driving styles. That’s why Hypertech Power Tuning is the first and most important upgrade that an enthusiast can install on a new vehicle.
The Power Programmer for 2004 GM trucks and SUVs contains Hypertech’s exclusive “Dual Fuel” calibrations for both regular and premium gas. Hypertech Power Tuning for regular grade fuel is substantially more powerful than stock tuning with either regular or premium fuel, giving drivers increased power without the additional cost of premium gas. In most engines operating at a compression ratio less than 9.0:1, regular fuel with optimized tuning makes just as much power as premium fuel with optimized tuning. But in vehicles with higher compression ratios you may choose to download the Power Tuning program for premium fuel in situations that demand maximum power for passing, towing and off-roading – the Power Programmer contains both programs.
Hypertech’s Power Programmer is a powerful self-contained automotive computer that allows GM, Dodge or Ford owners to customize their vehicle’s onboard computer to work properly with aftermarket accessories. The rpm limiter can be adjusted in precise 100 rpm increments to extend the engine’s operating range for more pulling power and faster acceleration. The top speed limiter can be raised to match the speed rating of factory-approved high-performance tires. The powerful Power Programmer can also customize automatic transmission shift points and firmness for quicker acceleration and extended transmission life. Truck enthusiasts who have installed non-stock tires or rearend gears can use the Power Programmer to properly adjust part-throttle shifting and to correct the speedometer and odometer readings (as required by law).
The Power Programmer has the ability to read and clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) stored in the vehicle’s onboard computer. This feature allows the owner to view detailed information on the vehicle’s operation without purchasing expensiv