Lokar Performance Products recently introduced a new line of throttle and kickdown cables that will definitely appeal to the street-rod crowd, especially those looking for that final nostalgic detail. Using their proven design, Lokar now offers cables in a variety of colors derived from an outer covering of woven cotton strands which harkens back to […]
For 1955-82 C1, C2 and C3 Corvettes American Powertrain introduces their new Pro-Fit 5-speed system for classic Corvettes featuring the all new TREMEC TKX 5-Speed. The new TKX Pro-Fit kit fits vintage Corvettes like an original GM manual transmission with the correct shift position and tunnel fit. The new TKX features a streamlined case for […]
Clayton Machine Works’ gated shifter for automatic transmissions allows for virtually any shifter lever and knob combination. The gated, side detent feature eliminates the need for a shifter button, making gear selection as easy as a flick of the wrist. Each shifter also features a neutral safety switch. The shifters are available as complete assemblies […]
Fuel Tank Sealer Kit Removes Rust and Permanently Seals the Tank to Prevent the Return of Rust and Corrosion The KBS Coatings Auto Fuel Tank Sealer Kit contains everything you need to clean, prep and permanently seal up to a 25-gallon tank. The system will remove and stop rust on the inside of the tank […]
Cold Air Induction Heat Shield by Thermo-Tec The COOL-TUBE Heat Shield by http://www.ThermoTec.com. Here is one of those products that you wonder: “Why didn’t I think of that?”. We installed an AEM Cold Air Induction System on the Blacktop Bruiser 2005 5.7L Hemi Ram Truck a few years back and never really thought about that […]
Here are a couple of videos adding some nice details under the hood of Riff-Raff, our 1956 Fairlane Club Sedan businessman’s edition. We start off with insulating the hood with Thermo-Tec’s COOL-IT Mat. I also dig the way the highly-reflective mylar coating brightens up the engine compartment as well as reflects heat up to 2000 […]
Follow along as we install the Ford 9″ with brand new Eaton Detroit TrueTrac Differential and US Gear 3.50:1 Ring and Pinion Gear set. We do the standard break-in and get ‘er back on the Blacktop where she belongs. On our backs, Gordon McIlonie and I muscled the rebuilt Ford 9″ pig into the rear […]
Impeccable audio technology is wrapped in a classic look with Custom Autosound’s USA-740 Radio. Imagine cruisin’ down the boulevard with your betty by your side and you reach over to an outdated AM/FM Cassette with cracklin speakers. She says: “Uh, honey, you can drop me off right here.” It happened to me, and it can […]
Wilwood has announced the release of new direct-fit 2.00″ drop ProSpindles for 1988-1998 Chevrolet and GMC C1500 two-wheel drive pickup trucks. High-strength, all iron and steel design with steering arm improves handling and provides an aggressive stance without affecting steering geometry. Radial mount caliper brackets allow for the secure mounting of popular Wilwood Superlite 6R […]
Installing the Differential and Gears at J & S Gear Company. This has been an interesting project. The closest I have ever done of something like this is when we replaced the rear end on my nephew Marcus’ #KidWrencher ’66 Mustang. Good thing I have some friends to call on. Gordon McIlonie, President of my […]
Part One With a small leak in our rear end of Ol’ Riff-Raff, we decided to open it up and see what we have in our Third Member. In this video we talk about how to determine gear ratio and counting the axle splines. We decide to add an Eaton Truetrac Posi-traction unit. Our current […]
Thermo-Tec has been a proud sponsor and supporter of Team Vesco, home of the world’s fastest wheel-driven car @503mph. Driver Dave Spangler has extensive racing experience including go carts, outboard hydroplane boats, motorcycles, ocean boats, and bicycles. Dave set his first land speed record at 295.802 MPH in 1985. In 1995 he became the 16th […]
