Month: November 2019

SCT: “Sleigh Your Holiday” Event Gets You Up to $50 Back on Select Tuners

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Offer good November 1 to December 31. Click image for printable form and complete details!

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Bully Dog: “Sleigh the Holiday” Event Gets You Up to $50 Back on Select Tuners

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PROFORM (67419): Tactical-Style Timing Light

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Minimize the challenges of setting your vehicle’s ignition timing with this tactical-style timing light from PROFORM. The 67419 timing light doubles as an illuminating all-purpose flashlight. Features a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, machined billet aluminum body, and black anodized finish. Compatible with 2-, 4-, 6-, and 8-cylinder applications. Includes USB charging cable.

Features

  • Billet aluminum housing with black anodized finish
  • High-intensity LED works well even in sunlight.
  • Powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • One-wire inductive lead
PROFORM Tactical-Style Timing Light 67419

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Speedmaster: Shootout Series Satin Carbureted Intake Manifold with 4500 Base for Chevy GM LS1/2/6

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The PCE147.1130 Shootout Series carbureted intake manifold from Speedmaster features a single-plane aluminum intake and a natural finish. For Chevy GM LS1, LS2, and LS6 applications.

Features

  • For Chevy GM LS1, LS2, and LS6 applications
  • Shootout Series carbureted intake manifold
  • 4500 base and single-plane aluminum intake
  • Natural finish
  • Sold individually
Speedmaster Shootout Carburated Intake Manifold 4500 Base for Chevy GM LS1_2_6 PCE147.1130

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SA Design (SA55): “Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual” (Revised Edition)

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Written by Chevy expert and author Ed Staffel, the revised Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual from SA Design is an up-to-date exploration of the best factory and aftermarket parts combinations available for your Chevy small-block (265–400 Gen I and II engines).

Readers will learn detailed information about cranks, rods, pistons, cylinder heads, exhaust and intake manifolds, ignitions, carburetors, and more. Additional information covers which parts can be combined to create various displacements, which match well with others, and when to use factory vs. aftermarket. Plus, to help builders discover hidden gems at salvage yards, swap meets, and online, the book includes casting and serial number identification guides.

If you want to ace your next small-block Chevy project—especially if you’re on a budget—the revised Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual from SA Design is an indispensable resource.

Pages: 144
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Format: Paperback
Illustrations: 270 color photos

Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual Revised Edition SA55

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Centerforce: TRIAD DS Series 8.75” Triple Disc Clutch

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Designed specifically for vehicles requiring a holding capacity of 500–1,100 ft-lb of torque at the crank, TRIAD DS Series triple disc clutches from Centerforce offer superior clamp load and the company’s patented ball bearing–actuated pressure plate (where applicable) for light pedal effort.

The race-inspired Centerforce TRIAD clutch is equipped with organic full-facing material and a lightened billet steel flywheel for low inertia and quicker RPMs. Available in sprung or solid hub, with a 8.75” diameter designed to lower inertia for track-heavy use. Components made in the USA. Match balanced and ready for installation.

Note: Because of the TRIAD’s aggressive nature, some floater noise may be heard during operation.

Features

  • 8.75” diameter lowers inertia for track-heavy use.
  • 500–1,100 ft-lb torque at the flywheel
  • No complicated setup or adjustments
  • Centrifugally assisted diaphragm increases holding capacity with RPM.
  • Patented multi-disc floating disc and drive disc
  • Patented ball bearing pressure plate and positive drive floater
  • Precision balanced for excellent driver control
  • Includes ARP fasteners and specification card
Centerforce Triad DS Series Triple Disc Clutch

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Flaming River (FR1063): 2-Gauge Battery Relocation Kit

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The new FR1063 battery relocation kit from Flaming River comes with a 20-foot 2-gauge positive cable and an 8-foot 2-gauge ground cable, both flexible, soft, and easy to work with. They are rated for 250 amps and have ultra-fine 100% copper conductor strands for low resistance and flexibility. Special braiding and a soft jacket make these cables extra flexible and easy to use, while heavy-duty copper ends simplify the installation process. Flaming River has included all hardware required for installation.

Features

  • 50% lighter than standard 2-gauge cables
  • 100% copper conductor strands for low resistance and flexibility
  • Rated for 250 amps
  • Special braiding and a soft jacket for easy-to-use flexibility
  • All necessary hardware included
Flaming River 2 Gauge Battery Relocation Kit FR1063

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CarTech (SA371): “Muscle Car Brake Upgrades: How to Design, Select, and Install”

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Written by Street Rod Authority Editor-in-Chief Bobby Kimbrough, Muscle Car Brake Upgrades: How to Design, Select, and Install from CarTech takes a focused look at brake systems for classic muscle cars. SA371 guides builders using thorough, step-by-step instructions for installing stoppage systems on popular applications from Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors.

In his exploration, Kimbrough covers the fundamentals of system design, operation, component function, and equipment selection, from individual components to kits. Readers will learn about master cylinders, steel-braided brake lines, calipers, rotors, proportioning valves, and how to achieve dramatically increased performance and safety from their new systems.

Pages: 144
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Format: Paperback
Illustrations: 332 color photos

CarTech Muscle Car Upgrades How to Design, Select, and Install SA371

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Taylor Cable Products: Vertex Z6 CD Ignition Box

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Available in a variety of housings and colors, including powder-coated cast aluminum, polished billet, and anodized billet, the Vertex Z6 CD ignition box from Taylor Cable Products is a study in performance, looks, and reliability. Its rotary dial rev limiter is adjustable in 100-rpm increments (2,000–9,900 rpm), and it boasts a sealed cover to keep out water and debris. Current-overload protection automatically shuts off the box if a problem is detected with the coil, circumstances that can cause lesser boxes to overheat and die.

The Taylor Vertex Z6 CD ignition box will multi-spark up to 3,000 rpm for easier starting and a smoother idle, while the sealed wiring connector makes installation easy. The box comes with a complete hardware kit and harnesses to fit most applications.

Features

  • Works with 4-, 6-, and 8-cylinder engines
  • Maximum operating rpm: 9,900
  • Current-overload shutdown protects the ignition from coil failure.
  • Reverse polarity protection
  • LED indicator flashes for system errors
  • Includes all hardware and a Taylor-manufactured wire harness with a sealed locking connector
  • Size: 8” x 4” x 2“
  • Volt operation: 10–14.5
  • Spark energy: 150 mJ
  • Current draw: 0.75 amps/1,000 rpm
  • Output voltage: 550 primary/47,000 secondary
  • Available materials: cast aluminum, polished billet aluminum, and anodized aluminum
  • Available colors: red, polished, and black
  • Made in the USA
  • Warranty: 1 year
Taylor Cable Products Vertex Z6 CD Ignition Box 401003

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ARP (151-4301): ARP2000 Head Stud Kit for Ford EcoBoost 2.3L

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With an optimized design, enhanced reliability, and reliable strength, the ARP2000 head studs available in ARP’s 151-4301 kit are the best you can get for your Ford EcoBoost 2.3L four-cylinder engine. The kit includes a set of 10 studs, parallel ground washers, 8740 chromoly 12-point nuts, and a 0.5 oz. pack of ARP Ultra-Torque fastener assembly lubricant.

The studs get their durability by being centerless ground and heat treated before thread rolling and machining. They are nominally rated at 220K PSI tensile strength and are reusable.

Features

  • For Ford EcoBoost 2.3L engines.
  • Nominally rated at 220,000 PSI tensile strength.
  • Centerless ground and heat treated prior to threading.
  • Includes 10 ARP2000 head studs, parallel ground washers, and 8740 chomoly 12-point nuts.
  • Bonus 1/2 oz. pack of ARP Ultra-Torque fastener assembly lubricant.

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