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December 30, 2022
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Edelbrock has created a number of LS engine-specific products designed to enhance the capabilities of these popular engines while maintaining the reliability of the world renowned powerplant. From cylinder heads and manifolds to complete crate engines and supercharger systems, Edelbrock has products to support the LS platform at any power level.
With five different LS manifold options available, there’s a product for any build, mild to wild. The product lines include the Performer RPM, Pro-Flo XT, Victor Jr., Super Victor and the unique Cross-Ram. Each is designed and manufactured in the United States.
The “Squarebody” Chevy truck is growing in popularity, so American Powertrain introduces their new Pro-Fit 5-speed and 6-speed system.
This new Pro-Fit system features the rock solid TREMEC TKO 5-speed or the MAGNUM 6-speed transmission with all the installation parts you need for a complete installation. The Pro-Fit system includes American Powertrain’s Revolutionary shifter mechanism with an OE 4-speed shift position, their adjustable X-Factor cross member and 3.5” DOM driveshaft, speedometer hookup, reverse light wiring, and your choice of shifter knobs. Several different shifter handles are available for bucket and bench seat applications.
The transmissions are compatible with the original bell housing, flywheel, clutch linkage, and most OE spec clutches. A hydraulic clutch upgrade is available.
Wilwood’s forged aluminum racing ProHub for the 1990-2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata provides a lightweight and fully user-serviceable option, with measurably increased strength and durability over aftermarket OE-type steel replacement hubs.
The innovative ProHub design eliminates the one-piece sealed ball hub bearing design, providing a direct bolt-on option that accommodates any brake package configured for the stock spindle and hub. A uniquely designed spindle collar and lock-nut system incorporates separate and wider spaced inner and outer tapered roller bearings for added hub support and increased load carrying capacity. Regular bearing lubrication and maintenance is simplified, while providing fully manual and infinite adjustment to the bearing preload.
Protecting rubber, polyurethane and polygraphite motor mounts from damaging heat and chemical exposure is easy with the Lava Motor Mount Shield™ from Heatshield Products.
The Lava Motor Mount Shield encases the engine mounts with a Heatshield Products proprietary, specially formulated, volcanic rock-based thermal-barrier material able to withstand up to 1,200 degrees F continuous radiated heat and 2,000 degrees F intermittent radiated heat. The material also resists water, caustic chemicals and acids.
The Shocker Dual Action LED Light bar series brings versatility and lighting power to the forefront by allowing you to adjust your lighting to the ever-changing driving conditions with the flick of a switch. Experience the all new VRT (Vector Reflector Technology) at high speeds by shining a long distance, broad spot beam that fans across the trail (with up to 25,680 Lumens / 2,260’ usable light).
Smittybilt’s Stryker Modular Bumper is perfect for rock crawling or everyday driving, blending rugged strength with modern styling. The newly launched bumper is deep draw press-formed from 3mm cold rolled steel, a process that results in increased strength and durability while offering significant weight savings over standard steel and traditional welding. The base center section’s aggressive, stubby design allows for extreme off-road clearance and has options for supplemental lighting.
A bolt-on inner winch plate (when fitted with a winch up to 12k), integrated lift points and 7/8” D-ring mounts makes recovery a breeze. The heavy-duty reinforced skid plate with added lower mounting support protects your front end from rock damage. The overrider can accommodate a single row LED light bar and is removable when not in use. Optional Smittybilt Stryker Side Wings offer front/side protection while providing mounts for additional lighting.
“Smittybilt is proud to offer Jeep enthusiasts durable, useful products like the new Stryker with extra features not found on traditional bumpers,” added Kukula, “And we can do so while remaining at an extremely competitive price point.”
Classic Industries introduces new OER® reproduction inner and outer tail lamp lenses for 1971 Charger and Charger Super Bee models (except R/T). Each lens is injection molded in correct acrylic material to replicate the original in fit and appearance. Manufactured to factory specifications, including OEM style markings for complete authenticity. Available in a six-piece set or sold individually. Officially licensed Mopar Restoration Product™. Mounting hardware not included.
Diamond Claw® surface locks will eliminate surface welding (fretting) that often destroys the mating faces of expensive crankshaft flanges, flywheel faces, and blower drive hubs. With an .008-inch thickness an installed Diamond Claw® will not affect driveline installation. Diamond Claw® locks consist of precisely sized CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride – man made diamond) particles that are plated onto proprietary fatigue resistant steel. Diamond Claws® are available for many domestic and foreign applications. Custom orders are welcome.
JAZ Products billet aluminum Indy style cap is a replica of a cap that was used in early American automobile racing. This fuel cell cap features the convenience of a new cap with that perfect vintage look. The Indy Cap is available in a 6-bolt version. Cap assembly comes complete with hardware and gasket.
GM owners can now purchase Advanced Fuel Dynamics’ (AFD) ProFlex Direct system for Gen IV LS, Gen V LT or EcoTech3 equipped vehicles to maximize power and performance. ProFlex gives your late model GM V8 more power for a lot less money and aggravation than other power adders by unlocking the power advantage of readily available E85 pump fuel. With ProFlex Direct you can run E85 ethanol, gasoline, or any blend of the two seamlessly. ProFlex knows the exact ethanol levels in your fuel and maximizes your engine’s power while protecting it from running too lean or too rich. Users can expect significant power gains at the wheels running E85..
TorqStorm’s latest supercharger kit pursues small-block Mopars—the 318, 340, and 360cid units produced between 1967 and ‘93.
As part of TorqStorm’s Plus range, this new kit includes air conditioning compressor, alternator, power steering pump, pulleys for both crankshaft and water pump in addition to the regular supercharger components. Blow-through carburetor not included.
A compact assembly, this new Plus supercharger kit extends no more than 17.5 inches above crankshaft center and, similarly, 17.5 inches laterally.
Constructed almost entirely from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, TorqStorm superchargers are supplied with limited life-time warranties. More consequential, its boost range exhibits urgency, usually beginning around 1,800rpm and extending to 6,500rpm.
Just weeks after their new Series 2 522GW won Honest John’s Dash Cam of the Year, Nextbase further reconfirmed their position at the top of a very competitive Dash Cam Market by taking home the very prestigious T3 Award for Best Dash Cam 2019, also for their New Series 2 522GW.
T3 noted the highly esteemed shortlist made it a difficult decision but ultimately the Nextbase 522GW came out on top due to a range of innovative and potentially lifesaving features, including many world’s firsts and never before seen features in a Dash Cam.
Classic Industries, the leader in quality restoration parts and accessories worldwide, has released new OER® Authorized reproduction wheel center caps for 1977-92 Firebird models. These caps will fit Hi-Tech Turbo, Turbine, GTA, and Snowflake wheels. Each cap is manufactured from quality injection molded material, and is available in chrome, gloss black, flat black, and silver. These center caps are also available in a choice of different center emblem designs. Includes metal retaining clip. Sold in sets of 4.
COMP Cams® expands their roller trunnion upgrade kit offerings with an LS7/LT1/LT4 option, providing for increased reliability and stiffness with billet steel rocker trunnions and premium roller bearings.
The COMP Cams® GM LS7/Gen V LT Trunnion Upgrade kit is designed to upgrade the stock needle bearings with full complement roller trunnions for high RPM race applications. These kits include heavy-duty billet steel rocker arm trunnions, high needle count roller bearings, retaining rings and an optional magnetic installation tool. The magnetic installation tool allows for one-handed installation, and its cylindrical construction is perfect for use in an arbor press, vice or c-clamp. Everything necessary for a complete installation is included.
The Rocker Arm Trunnion Upgrade Kit will improve the reliability of your LS7 & Gen V LT rocker arms and is a must when upgrading to a high performance camshaft or higher load valve springs.
With Western Chassis 1963-70 GM C20 truck disc brake conversion kit, you will get all items needed to convert your vintage truck to disc brakes at the wheel. Our disc brake conversion kits have great features including 2.5” drop or stock height spindles, 8 lug rotors and late model ball joints and tie rod ends. These disc brake systems not only upgrade your truck to disc brakes, they use 1971-87 ball joints and tie rod ends, making future replacements a snap.
With LS conversions and EFI being added to nearly every muscle car, hot rod and classic truck these days, Performance Online has made it easy to add a fuel return bung to your original fuel tank. This kit allows you to add the threaded bung without having to do any welding. If you can drill a 1/2” hole you can install this fuel return bung. It is that simple!
IDIDIT Performance’s newest addition to its Pro-Fab line for 1990-2005 Miata (NA & NB) applications gives racers a new way to save weight.
Highly popular in road racing and autocross, the Miata has proven to be a light, yet tough, option for builders and racers. The new IDIDIT Pro-Fab Miata column shaves an additional 16-pounds off an already-light vehicle, which provides an advantage on the track and an opportunity to install other aftermarket products that builders may have been weary about due to weight worries.
uitable for drag, autocross, road and off-road racing, the ultra-lightweight column weighs just 2.65 pounds. When paired with an IDIDIT Performance Quick-Release Steering Hub and aftermarket lightweight steering wheel, the 4.05-pound combination offers a 16-pound weight savings over the 20-pound factory column.
Developed specifically for Chrysler 273, 318, 340, 360, 383 and 440 CID throttle body injection, the kits include GM proven electronic components and Howell’s custom wiring harness with connectors that are the same as the original equipment – each labeled for trouble-free installation.
All kits may be ordered with special options based on your classic’s specific performance modifications – for example, the use of a 670 CFM 2BBL throttle body for modified engines or a heated oxygen sensor for use with headers, or various intake and ignition system changes.
The Howell Mopar TBI conversion kit contains all sensors, components, complete wiring harnesses, ECM and fuel pump to install fuel injection on your engine. The Howell ECM installs under the dash and the fuel pump installs in the main fuel line. Bypass fuel is returned to the tank.
These kits are not CARB-approved (California Air Resource Board), and can only be used on vehicles built prior to 1975.
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