Drive Staff January 19, 2023 Buyer’s Guides
StreetGrip is a 100% bolt-on, Made-In-The-USA system that is fully adjustable. The complete StreetGrip system starts with adjustable, heavy-duty HQ Series Coilovers. You can fine-tune ride height and valving to suit your driving style and vehicle specs. Drop spindles finish off the front installation to achieve the ultimate drop. The overall front suspension drop can be adjusted from 3” to 4”.
Rear suspension upgrades consist of an adjustable shackle and flip kit plus custom-valved adjustable HQ Series shock absorbers. Rear suspension can be lowered as much as 6.5”.
For those enthusiasts who drive their truck more aggressively, an optional front sway bar kit is available. StreetGrip fits GMT900 standard, extended and crew cab two-wheel-drive 1500 configurations
OER® reproduction grille kits for 1968 and 1969 Charger models. Each grille section is manufactured from quality black injection molded ABS material to factory specifications. The grilles come correct with argent silver finish as original. Special attention is given to painted accent areas ensuring authenticity. The grille kits are true reproductions of the 1968 and 1969 Charger grilles that includes the center grille, outer grille surrounds with factory original style headlamp door brackets and the headlamp doors. Like the original Mopar item, each headlamp door comes with emblem pin locations, so that the assorted emblems can be installed as appropriate for the particular sub-model or trim level option. Each grille extension comes with the correct stamped steel brackets riveted in place in the correct locations for easy installation of the headlamp door, which is sold separately. Mounting hardware not included.
Offering more than double the surface area of a conventional oil filter, the PPE Premium High-Efficiency Oil Filter is just what your engine oil needs to stay cleaner, longer.
Specially engineered, accordion-folded nylon and fiberglass media achieves superior filtration to catch and hold minute dirt and debris down to 5 microns. A typical OEM-quality oil filter removes about 72% of particles in 8 to 10 micron range. With twice the surface area, twice the filtration and twice the filter life of conventional filters, the PPE Premium High-Efficiency Oil Filter is your number one choice for superior oil filter performance.
Performance Online’s 1953-62 Chevy Corvette power brake booster kits mount in the original master cylinder location making installation quite simple. 60 to 0 mph stopping distances are improved and driver comfort is increased. These components are a must when upgrading to disc brakes and come completely assembled, ready to install.
Application: 1953-1962 Chevy Corvette
Now available for the first time, Real Deal Steel offers high-quality, polished stainless steel reproduction spears for all 1957 150 two-door sedans as well as ‘57 two-door wagon and sedan deliveries.
Instead of hunting for decent used pieces, order these new quarter panel and door spears. The vertical paint divider stainless piece is available polished and restored and can be ordered separately.
Red Line Synthetic Oil, a leader in the performance lubricants industry, is proud to offer consumers a variety of key products to help ensure vehicles perform at their best throughout the cold winter months.
Cold weather can also cause motor oil to flow too slowly, taking a huge toll on a vehicle’s engine. Often, lower viscosity oils are recommended by experts to handle the low temperatures seen this time of year. Red Line’s High-Performance line comes in 16 different viscosities including diesel specific versions, allowing consumers the ability to use the correct oil for the conditions. Additionally, synthetic motor oils are more likely to maintain their viscosity in cold weather and offer superior protection. Red Line’s oil products offer excellent wear protection and friction reduction across a wide range of operating conditions.
American Powertrain now offers a full line of Yukon Gear and Axle drivetrain parts for most popular makes and models for Ford, GM and Chrysler. Additional Yukon offerings include Over-haul kits, Trac-Loc and Duragrip positraction products, along with USA Standard Gear Powr Loc Positraction for Chrysler.
NPD hunted down NOS GM quarter panels to use for brand new tooling that is an “NPD exclusive”. The resulting reproductions feature much crisper and well-defined character lines and details, and superior fit to the alternative reproduction on the market. Panels are stamped from 20 gauge steel and come in an Electro-deposit-primer finish for superior corrosion resistance. NPD has been a leader in restoration parts for over 40 years, and our philosophy is to carry the best parts the market has to offer. Your GTO deserves the best!
The Smoke-Lens offering includes 6-inch oval and 4-inch round stop, tail, turn lamps, a 6-inch oval backup lamp and a three-quarter-inch PC-rated clearance marker lamp. Optronics is also introducing a 20-inch Smoke-Lens version of its popular Thinline series surface-mount LED stop, tail, turn light bar, complete with a matte black mounting base/bezel.
Meguiar’s developed these new Air Re-Fresher scents by collaborating with skilled perfumers in the fragrance industry. Able to cure the smelliest of interiors, Meguiar’s Air Re-Fresher is unlike other conventional air freshener products that temporarily mask smells. Instead, this revolutionary odor eliminating product uses advanced chemistry to permanently eliminate unwanted odors* at a molecular wherever they may be. Further, the aerosol dispersion technology provides a solution for the whole car by using the car’s air-duct system to circulate the Air Re-Fresher’s vapor throughout the vehicle’s entire cabin to find and instantly neutralize unwanted smells.
American Powertrain introduces a new GM to TREMEC® Magnum bellhousing designed with a dual-bolt pattern for use with either Chevy Small/Big Block or Buick Olds Pontiac (B.O.P) V8 engines. The bellhousing bolts-up to either the TREMEC GM Magnum or a Viper T-56 6-speed transmission. Cast from A356 aluminum, this bellhousing has an over thick casting to handle the torque; making it a cost effective solution for builders that do not need SFI certification or a steel bellhousing. Featuring a dual starter pocket design to accommodate both Buick and Oldsmobile engines, it comes complete with dust cover and all hardware needed to bolt to the engine and transmissions.
With Stealth Sound Technology the SST-V is equipped with Bluetooth for streaming your favorite tunes and hands free use of your cell phone.
The SST-V is a 200 Watt AM/FM radio with USB MP3/WMA Flash Drive, IPod control, CD control and Satellite ready via Bluetooth auxiliary. Featuring “RF” (radio frequency) remote control, ideal for Street Rods and Classics. The SST-V hideaway radio is designed to provide a classic car or truck with exceptional audio quality while leaving the dash and original radio visible in the dash. The SST-V receiver / amplifier unit is usually hidden underneath the driver’s seat or behind the dashboard and integrates with the vehicle’s speaker system.
Wrapped in the same great, classic styling as the originals, but with the modern enhancement of super-bright LED illumination, the lights offer an easy, safety-minded resto-mod upgrade for the ‘55 Chevy. In fact, their combination of form and function helped United Pacific earn a 2019 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show Global Media Award.
Each taillight is composed of 48 super-bright LEDs arranged behind high-quality, red polycarbonate lenses (without backup lights) in a stock-appearing housing for a factory look.
Method Race Wheels adds the all new 704 Trail Series with patent pending Bead Grip® Technology to its wheel product lineup.
The 704 has a timeless 12 spoke design and will compliment any vehicle’s style. A debossed METHOD logo on the outer lip, and a snap-in center cap for the 5 & 6 lug applications, with the 8 lug featuring a push through cap.
The patent pending Bead Grip® Technology on the 704 utilizes progressive, integrated grooves found on both the inner and outer bead seat, which engages the tire bead for a stronger hold under extreme side load and lower air pressure demands. The wheel’s ‘Safety Hump’ also gets a more aggressive profile which further stabilizes the tire bead in the seat.
AMSOIL INC., The First in Synthetics®, is announcing a strategic partnership with Banks Power. AMSOIL will be the lubricant of choice for all Banks applications, including the new patented Ram-Air® differential cover. Banks Power is the premier engineering firm and manufacturer of power-enhancing products for gas- and diesel-powered vehicles. The company is well-known and respected in the automotive enthusiast community for its technological achievements and data-driven development.
Banks Power is offering its new differential cover bundled with AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® Synthetic Gear Lube easy-packs as the first-fill lubricant. AMSOIL easy-packs were launched in August 2018 and hold both a SEMA Global Media Award and a Flexible Packaging Achievement award for their revolutionary design.
100% Synthetic Penetrating and Rust Inhibiting Multi-Purpose Spray Lubricant Formulated to last up to 20X longer than competitive brands
Powered by science, Lubrication Specialties waited to introduce this product until test results showed a significant improvement in rust protection results. Tested against 13 well-known spray lubricants including WD-40 for corrosion prevention using a Salt Fog Chamber test (ASTM Method B-117), results demonstrated that Never Rust Lubricant prevented rust 20x longer than even the top brand – a total of 2,700 hours within the salt fog chamber. Engineered to be effective in extreme temperatures with an operating temperature range of -65° to 300°F, Never Rust can be used in any climate or for any metal application — automotive, industrial, marine, powersports, agriculture or heavy duty. Use it for any application at home or in a professional repair facility where long-term protection from rust and corrosion is needed.
Highly resistant to water washout, it will not dry out, separate or bleed on equipment. Never Rust Lubricant provides exceptional rust protection and is backed by a 100% money back guarantee.
United Pacific has chromed their reproduction grille (part number 110516) for the 1969-77 Bronco, offering a bright, distinctive enhancement to standard painted finishes. The faithful reproduction is stamped with high-quality 17-gauge sheet metal and incorporates the original contours, details and mounting brackets of the original. Headlight adjusters are included.
The grille has a smooth center bar, without the factory FORD letters, for clean appearance, but United Pacific also offers a reproduction letter kit (part number 110482).
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The new Auto Gage 3¾” Pedestal 0-10,000 RPM Tachometer with Shift Light provides great performance at a great value. Available in black (Model #233908) or silver (Model #233909), these models have been engineered to be easy to read with through the dial incandescent lighting featuring bright, distinctly illuminated numbers.
The new Auto Gage tachometers are compatible with most 4, 6 and 8 cylinder engines (2 – 4 pulse per revolution ignition signals) with points, electronic ignitions, and most 12V high-performance racing ignitions. Optimize the use of your engine’s power band plus improve vehicle performance and driver gear changes with a rapid response, high visibility user-programmable shift light.
MAHLE Motorsport now offers a cost-effective way to modify any 327 Small Block Chevy engine for more power with the introduction of their new all-forged dome 327 SBC PowerPak Piston Kit. This shelf-stock piston kit, available wherever MAHLE Motorsport pistons are sold, provides everything needed to replace factory installed pistons in a 327cid SBC engine. The kit is complete with lightweight, low-friction pistons designed with a slipper skit forged dome design, 1.0, 1.0, 2.0mm HV385 coated steel rings, steel wrist pins and clips.
Three bore sizes are now available: 332 cubic inch with a 4.030 bore, 333 cubic inch with a 4.040 bore and 337 cubic inch with a 4.060 bore.
Spark plug boots and wires are located within one of the most intense heat environments on an engine: next to the exhaust headers/manifolds. Insul-Boot™ from Heatshield Products encase spark plug boots in a specially formulated and woven thermal barrier rated for a constant 1,200 degrees F and intermittent 2,000 degrees F of heat exposure to keep high radiated heat from degrading the boots to the point of reduced function or misfires.
The one-inch inner diameter double-wall construction that is unique to Insul-Boot blocks heat better than competitive products, and it is flexible to fit over most spark plug boots including 90-degree angles. A built-in high-temp alloy ring keeps Insul-Boot in place and keeps it from “walking” up the wire leaving the spark plug boot vulnerable. Four color choices are available: black, blue, red and tan.
The all-electric direct-fit cluster features a speedometer and tachometer, and fuel, oil, temperature, and volt gauges in one of four available styles and arrives ready to install directly into the stock dash of 66-67 Chevelles. It features Classic Instruments’ ZST™ meaning it works directly with ECM or VSS signals requiring no additional control boxes. The turn signals and high beam indicator are in the stock locations and it also features a built-in shift light and warning light which all utilize LED lights for bright, even illumination.
Everything needed to install the package is provided in the kit including all necessary sending units. The cluster is designed to reuse the stock fuel sending unit or any aftermarket fuel sender (purchased separately) with the built-in ohm range selector switch. Whether you want to freshen up your stock look, or call them for customizations to make it your very own, Classic Instruments’ 1966-67 Chevelle direct-fit cluster offers the perfect seamless installation you desire.
Everyday Diesel Treatment (EDT) formula now features premium lubricity additive for improved long-lasting fuel system protection
Now Hot Shot’s Secret announces an all new formula that gives EDT a huge boost in lubricity by with the addition of LX4 Lubricity Extreme. LX4 Lubricity Extreme, also sold separately as a stand-alone product by Hot Shot’s Secret, has been tested and proven to improve diesel fuel lubricity by up to 56%. For more information on how LX4 Lubricity Extreme is proven to more effectively prevent wear and scarring, view the ASTM testing results here and here. EDT with LX4 Lubricity Extreme provides the much-needed lubricity that is lacking in ULSD fuel to fully protect fuel system components – fuel pump and injectors, while offering all the product’s known benefits that has made EDT a top seller.
Available now, EDT with LX4 does not void the manufacturer’s warranty, contains no alcohol and is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee warranty. Recommended use is one ounce per 25 gallons of diesel fuel.
DROP WIPES cleans even the toughest bird droppings and stains using an all-natural Patent Pending formula, which was scientifically engineered to not only clean but neutralize the acid in bird droppings or anything else containing any form of paint damaging acid. This formula also contains safe but extremely effective surfactants that work together and easily remove most bird droppings, bug splats, water spots, dirt and grime from your paint.
It’s important to clean bird droppings from your car’s exterior as soon as possible as it can possibly ruin your paint in as little as a few hours. DROP WIPES’ formula removes stains safely without any harm to you or your vehicle, and will remove most droppings from Paint, Vinyl and Metal.
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