Posts Tagged ‘ Rod Shop ’

Dampney Co. Releases Heat-Resistant Spray Coatings

By Ashley Smissen , August 2, 2011 in Paint & Body, Products

Dampney Co. Inc. has introduced a full line of colorful, heat-resistant automotive spray coatings that can be used on engines, exhaust headers, manifolds, engine compartments and other parts typically exposed to high heat. The Alvin High Temperature Automotive Spray Coatings come in 23 different colors, including black, gold, silver and aluminum.

The coatings can withstand repeated thermal cycling up to 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit when applied properly over their primer, according to the company. They won’t blister, flake, bleach, discolor or peel.

The coatings, which come in 12-ounce aerosol cans, will dry for handling in 15 minutes. They aren’t recommended for direct contact with flames.

New TwoStep Fuel Line Kits Offered for Stromberg 97 Carbs

By Ashley Smissen , July 29, 2011 in Engine & Drivetrain, Products

Stromberg Carburetor has launched the first of a new range of solid TwoStep fuel line kits for its Genuine Stromberg 97 carburetors. The new 2 x 2 and 3 x 2 stainless steel fuel line kits feature CNC-bent 1/4-inch stainless steel lines, which provide sufficient fuel flow, even on 3 x 2 manifolds.

The Ford nut compression fittings retain a traditional look and feel, and the stainless tee-pieces are shaped to match Stromberg linkage parts, said the company. These tee-pieces also feature leak-free invisible furnace brazed joints.

The company has worked to improve any linkage clearance issues so that owners are able to have more flexibility especially in 3 x 2 progressive linkage applications, said the company.

Speedway Motors Introduces Stainless LS1 Exhaust Manifolds

By Ashley Smissen , July 21, 2011 in Engine & Drivetrain, Products

Speedway Motors has released its stainless steel Tru-Ram LS1 Exhaust Manifolds, which are designed to tuck tight against the engine block. The manifolds features large 1.75-inch primary ports and 3-inch outlets to deliver better flow and horsepower.

The Tru-Ram LS1 Exhaust Manifolds are made of high-grade stainless steel and can be used as a replacement for OEM LS1 manifolds or tube steel headers. They combine the reduced noise level and low maintenance of a cast manifold with the flow characteristics and dramatic performance gains of a tube headers, said the company.

Race Ramps’ Trak Jax Helps Get Floor Jacks Under Low Vehicles

By Ashley Smissen , July 21, 2011 in Products, Tech & Tools

Brute Industries, the manufacturers of Race Ramps, has introduced Trak-Jak, a new product that helps to provide extra clearance to fit floor jacks and the arms of two-post lifts underneath low ground clearance vehicles. The product was designed for autocross racers that didn’t want to buy a new low-profile jack just to change tires at the track, according to the company.

Trak Jax has the ability to support a 6,000-pound vehicle and features a textured coating to prevent it from sliding across the floor (the coating will also work on epoxy-coated floors). It won’t scratch or damage a shop floor, said the company.

All ramp models can accommodate tires up to 10 inches wide. They weigh less than 5 pounds each and are only 30.1 inches long so they can fit inside a car’s trunk. Trak-Jax are available with or without a 1.5-inch stop and won’t rust.

Flaming River Releases New ‘Shorty’ 1957 Chevy Tilt Steering Columns

By Ashley Smissen , July 18, 2011 in Interior, Products

Flaming River has introduced its new “Shorty” ’57 Chevy Tilt Steering Column, which features a shroud that measures only 6 3/8 inches. The columns feature a 2-inch tube diameter and will bolt directly into an existing dash bezel. Each column includes a billet aluminum dress-up kit that features a tilt lever, turn signal lever and hazard knob, in addition to GM wiring and a canceling cam.

Ken-Tool Introduces New Suspension Service Tool

By Ashley Smissen , July 18, 2011 in Chassis & Suspension, Products, Tech & Tools

Ken-Tool has released its new T39B Impact Separator tool, which is designed to replace the traditional hammer and fork typically used to service suspensions. It will give the technician a safe and efficient means to remove worn suspension components from a vehicle, said the company.

The tool uses a slide-ram design to remove ball joints, tie rod ends and shock links during replacement service. It includes two interchangeable 9-inch forks that are made from heat-treated forged alloy steel. The T39B-1 fork has a 5/8-inch opening that’s designed to remove tire rod ends and shock lines, while the T39B-2 fork uses a 15/16-inch opening for ball joint service. A quick exchange pin with a safety clip allows the fork to be replaced quickly.

Kugel Komponents Introduces New Increased-Capacity Reservoirs

By Ashley Smissen , July 7, 2011 in Engine & Drivetrain, Products

Kugel Komponents now offers new, increased-capacity remote fill reservoirs available in a single, double or triple option. The billet aluminum reservoirs now hold more than double the amount of fluid that the company’s previous reservoirs did, with a capacity of 2.75 ounces.

The reservoirs have threaded outlets on both the back and bottom and can be mounted anywhere above the master cylinder, which means that a builder no longer has to remove carpet or get underneath the vehicle to get to the master cylinder, according to the company.

The reservoirs are mounted to the vehicle using four 1/4 x 20 threaded holes. They feature new twist on and off caps, a vapor barrier with seal, and stainless steel mounting hardware. They’re available in plain or polished finishes.

CON2R Introduces New Split Color Grip Steering Wheels

By Ashley Smissen , July 6, 2011 in Interior, Products

CON2R has released new custom steering wheels that feature split color front grips. The steering wheels have chromed bezels to separate the grip sections and are built on a chrome-plated steel frame with a choice of spoke pattern, offset, colors and trim.

The steering wheels are available in eight standard grip colors, as well as custom options.

“This feature makes it possible for the first time to create your own custom steering wheel with two or more color sections on the face of the grip,” according to company representatives.

Speedway Motors Introduces Universal Shock & Headlight Mounts

By Ashley Smissen , July 5, 2011 in Paint & Body, Products

Speedway Motors‘ Universal Shock and Headlight Mounts allow a builder to mount the headlights and shocks with one part. The steel mounts are available in weld-on or bolt-on configurations, are designed to fit on the outside and top surfaces of the frame rail, and mount most headlights requiring 1/2-inch mounting holes.

Two different sets of upper shock mount holes allow the builder to choose the ideal shock angle for the application, according to the company. Lightening holes have been added to give the mounts a more stylish and vintage look.

Chevy II Front Inner Fenders Now Available From Detroit Speed

By Ashley Smissen , June 27, 2011 in Chassis & Suspension, Paint & Body

Detroit Speed has introduced new front inner fenders that are designed to fit 1962-1967 Chevy II vehicles equipped with the company’s Chevy II Front Frame. The new front inner fenders will completely hide the Front Frame Down Bars, resulting in a neat and clean under-hood appearance, said the company.

The new inner fenders are stamped from 18-gauge steel and made in the United States.

In addition to the front inner fenders and Front Frame Down Bars, Detroit Speed also offers a Downbar Shim Kit and stainless steel headers for the Chevy II.