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G-FORCE Racing Gear (4254BK): GF SFI Crew Shoe

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Boasting an SFI 3.3/5 rating, the GF SFI crew shoe from G-FORCE Racing Gear features an innovative tread pattern that provides traction in wet or dry conditions on all common racing surfaces (dirt, mud, gravel, and asphalt). This heavy-use athletic shoe provides outstanding ankle support and includes the gas- and oil-resistant GTrax sole, which is made from a revolutionary polymer. Designed for crew members or someone on their feet all day, this shoe has a covered toe pad for those up-and-down exchanges and a gel-pad heel insert for lasting comfort.

Available in the following sizes: 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, and 13.

Features

  • SFI 3.3/5 rating
  • Innovative tread pattern for traction on all surfaces in wet or dry conditions
  • Heavy-use design with ankle support
  • GTrax polymer sole resists gas and oil
  • Covered toe pad and gel-pad comfort heel insert
  • Available in sizes 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, and 13

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G-FORCE Racing Gear GF SFI Crew Shoe 4254BK

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

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Brought to you by CarTech and written by Ed Staffel, the revised version of Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual (SA55) is the end-all resource about parts interchangeability for the small-block Chevy. Casting and serial number identification guides help you through the myriad parts available in salvage yards, at swap meets, and on the Internet, while other sections teach you which parts to combine to create various displacements, which match well with others, and when factory parts are best.

Staffel covers cranks, rods, pistons, cylinder heads, intake manifolds, exhaust manifolds, ignitions, carburetors, and more. This revised edition updates a book that’s been an invaluable resource for more than six decades. Whether you’re building a Chevy small-block salvage-yard stroker engine, looking to make a numbers-matching engine, saving money on repurposing factory parts, or simply want to know which parts work together, this book is an easy addition to your library.

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

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CarTech Chevrolet Small-Block Parts Interchange Manual SA55

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Cloyes: Timing Chain Water Pump Kits Now Available

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Cloyes has added timing chain water pump kits to its growing timing system lineup, starting with two applications for GM Ecotec, covering nearly 4 million vehicles currently operating across North America:

  • 9-4201SWP: for GM Ecotec 2L
  • 9-4201SAWP: for GM Ecotec 2.4L

Similar to timing belt water pump kits, which have been successful in the aftermarket, timing chain water pump kits are necessary as the shift to OE chain-driven timing drives increases. Failing more frequently than timing chains, timing chain–driven water pumps should always be replaced at the same time as the timing chain to reduce warranties, customer comebacks, and preserve long-term system performance. Cloyes is actively developing other kits and will release them as they are complete.

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Cloyes Timing Chain Water Pump Kits

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Flex-A-Lite (316061): Extruded-Core Radiator and Dual Electric Fans for ’68-’72 Chevelle

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Replacing multi-core radiators with its advanced new design, this extruded-core, direct-fit radiator bolts into 1968–1972 Chevy Chevelles and other GM A-body vehicles with an LS engine swap (no cutting or drilling required; radiator mounts using factory locations). For the 316061, Flex-A-Lite included a fully shrouded dual-fan system, which moves 4,600 cfm of airflow, and a variable speed controller.

Features

  • For 1968–1972 Chevy Chevelle and other GM A-body applications
  • Increased contact area between the coolant and aluminum tubes for better heat rejection
  • Louver patterns cut into the cooling fins to better direct airflow.
  • Wind-tunnel tested to show significant efficiency gains in cooling over standard tube radiators
  • 100-psi burst rating
  • Corner subhead reinforces the cooling tube–to–header connection (an area prone to cracking and leaking in other brands of aluminum radiators)
  • Warranty: 2 years (transferrable)

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Flex-A-Lite Extruded Core Radiator and Dual Electric Fans for 68-72 Chevelle 316061

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Aftermarket Websites™: Local Sites That Get You Found

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Aftermarket Websites™ is a website-building service just for automotive aftermarket retailers and installers. Our sites are designed to meet consumers where they want to research and buy—and present you as their number-one local option.

How It Works
Your Aftermarket Websites™ site drives local traffic right to your door by ranking highly in online searches for the products, categories, and services you offer. If shoppers don’t know you exist, they can’t find you! Aftermarket Websites™ helps to present you as your area’s premier option for aftermarket accessories to customers searching online.

What You Get
You can choose the look and feel of your site, plus you get free product uploads, a shopping cart for online purchases, analytics tools, free support, and more—all at an incredible value thanks to the manufacturers that support Parts Pro™.

  • Shoot to the top of Google search results to get found locally.
  • Choose your site’s look and feel for a custom presentation.
  • Quickly upload new products to save you time.
  • Enable shopping cart functionality to take online orders.
  • Enjoy free support and automatic updates.

Want to Go PRO?
If you’re looking for an even more supercharged site, you can get Year/Make/Model lookup with Aftermarket Websites™ PRO, which is designed to give your customers an even better site experience. This next-level tier of service also comes with our Email Center™ email-management tool.

To learn more about the value of Aftermarket Websites™ or Aftermarket Websites™ PRO, visit AftermarketWebsites.com or call (888) 251-4252 Monday–Friday, 8 am to 5 pm ET.

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Flaming River (FR40200): Microsteer Universal Electric Power Steering

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Offering universal electric power-assisted steering, the FR40200 Microsteer kit from Flaming River easily fits virtually any vehicle—without the need to change the steering rack or fit a hydraulic system in place of the existing manual system.

The unique Microsteer tuning box lets you adjust steering assistance by using a rotary potentiometer, or you can make the system speed-sensitive by connecting a wheel speed signal to the tuning box, which includes a mode-selection switch for toggling between the two.

Includes motor/gearbox (MGU), electronic control unit (ECU), tuning box, and wiring harness.

Features

  • Universal electric power steering conversion
  • Eliminates the need to change the steering rack or fit a hydraulic system.
  • Two adjustment methods: manual rotary dial and wheel speed signal
  • Hall Effect–type sensor recommended (and sold separately).
  • 11/16”-36 input/output shafts

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Flaming River Microsteer Electric Power Steering FR40200

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CarTech (SA180): “How to Supercharge & Turbocharge GM LS-Series Engines” Revised Edition

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Brought to you by CarTech and written by Barry Kluczyk, the revised version of How to Supercharge and Turbocharge GM LS-Series Engines is the only book on the market specifically dedicated to forced air induction for LS-series engines. It provides exceptional guidance on the wide range of systems and kits available for arguably the most popular modern V8 on the market today.

Kluczyk covers supercharger and turbocharger design/operation in great detail, giving readers a solid understanding of each system so that they can select the best systems for their budget, engine, and application.

Pages: 144
Size: 8.5” x 11”
Format: Paperback
Illustrations: 413 color photos

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CarTech How to Supercharge & Turbocharge GM LS-Series Engines Revised SA180

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Centerforce: DYAD XDS 10.4” Clutch and Flywheel Kit

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Centerforce developed its DYAD XDS 10.4” twin disc clutch specifically for vehicles requiring a holding capacity of 700 to 1,600 ft lb of torque at the crank. The kit’s pressure plate delivers light pedal effort via the patented Centerforce centrifugal weight system, which provides superior clamp load over stock ball bearing–actuated pressure plates. Metallic paddle/button style friction material on the discs provides increased holding capacity, while a lightened billet-steel flywheel leads to low inertia and quicker RPMs.

Designed, machined, and assembled in the USA.

Features

  • Fully dampened clutch system for vehicles with extreme power levels
  • Patented multi-disc, floating disc, and drive disc design
  • No complicated setup or adjustments
  • Ball bearing–actuated pressure plate and race-proven paddle-style discs
  • Quiet, positive drive floater
  • Holds 700–1,600 ft lb of torque.
  • Precision balanced
  • ARP fasteners and specification card included.
  • Designed, machined, and assembled in the United States.

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Centerforce DYAD XDS 10.4 Inch Clutch and Flywheel Kit

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PerTronix (D1075): Flame-Thrower “IMCA-Approved” Race HEI III Distributor for Chevy SBC/BBC

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Operating without misfires beyond 7,500 rpm and featuring a digital rev limiter, the D1075 Flame-Thrower Race HEI III distributor from PerTronix produces 67% more energy with a 45% faster spark breakdown time (compared to stock). These distributors are built from the ground up with all-new components, including a centerless-ground, corrosion-resistant shaft that reduces friction and provides concentric operation. IMCA approved.

Features

  • For small- and big-block Chevy applications
  • Operates without misfires beyond 7,500 rpm (nearly 3,000 rpm higher than most stock HEIs).
  • 67% more energy with a 45% faster spark breakdown time
  • Digital rev limiter with advanced microprocessor dwell control (7.2-amp dwell current)
  • Lightweight aluminum alloy housing with aligned/honed bronze-sintered bushings
  • Centerless-ground, corrosion-resistant shaft reduces friction and provides concentric operation.
  • High–dielectric strength cap with brass terminals and low-resistance center coil brush
  • Balanced rotors with nylon screws prevent arcing and reduce vibration at high rpm
  • Adjustable vacuum-advance canister and high performance advance curve
  • Precision-machined chromoly advance weights and center plate eliminate erratic timing.
  • Warranty: 1-year limited

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PerTronix Flame-Thrower IMCA-Approved Race HEI III Distributor for Chevy SBC_BBC D1075

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Belltech (2519): 2” Drop Spindle for 2019 Silverado/Sierra

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The industry’s first 2” drop spindle for 2019 Silverado/Sierra (all drives, cabs, and engines—but not “classic” models) improves handling and retains factory ride quality. In addition to the ride improvements, this direct bolt-in solution maintains critical suspension geometry and eliminates excessive ball joint, shock, and tire wear common to other methods of lowering.

The 2519 Belltech drop spindle preserves factory alignment without any modification and can be combined with coilovers, lowered struts, or air suspension for an even more aggressive drop.

Features

  • First 2” drop spindle for 2019 GMC Sierra and Chevy Colorado
  • Improves handling and retains factory ride quality.
  • Maintains critical suspension geometry and factory alignment.
  • Eliminates excessive wear to ball joints, shocks, and tires.
  • Can be combined with coilovers, lowered struts, and air suspension systems.

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Belltech 2 Inch Drop Spindle for 2019 Silverado_Sierra 2519

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