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Holley: Cast-Aluminum Timing Chain Covers for 1996+ Vortec Small-Block Chevy

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Holley’s cast-aluminum timing chain covers are a terrific upgrade to their plastic OEM counterparts on 1996+ Vortec small-block Chevy engines, offering superior durability and improved functionality.

With timing indicators molded into the body, and available with or without a crank sensor provision, these covers accommodate both carbureted and EFI applications. They are available in two finishes—Natural Cast and Satin Black—and are packaged with a quality gasket and e-coated mounting hardware for added corrosion resistance.

Features

  • Upgrades plastic OEM timing chain covers on 1996-and-up Vortec SBC engines.
  • Replaces GM part numbers 10244600, 12523972, 12523973, 12558343, 12562818, and 93800970.
  • Available for EFI (with crank sensor provisions) and carbureted applications (without crank sensor provisions).
  • Over-molded Viton oil seal virtually eliminates concerns of the seal spinning out at high temperatures (common with other aluminum timing covers).
  • Timing indicator cast into the cover.
  • Intended for use with 8” Vortec and other popular aftermarket balancers.
  • Accommodates both stock and aftermarket water pumps.
  • Includes quality gasket; corrosion-resistant, e-coated hardware; and dowel pins.
  • Offered in Natural Cast and Satin Black finishes.

Holley Cast Alumining Timing Chain Covers for Vortec SBC

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Design Engineering, Inc. (050129): Under Hood Thermal Acoustic Lining – Black

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Designed to greatly reduce heat and noise in the engine compartment—especially in modern modified vehicles with high-performance components—the 050129 Under Hood Thermal Acoustic Lining from Design Engineering, Inc. is easy for anyone to install: just peel and stick!

Features

  • Black carbon fiber look.
  • Cooler hood surface protects your paint.
  • Reduced engine noise for quieter passenger compartment.
  • Easy peel-and-stick installation.
  • Resists mold and mildew.
  • Measures 32” x 59”.

DEI Under Hood Thermal Acoustic Lining

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Mishimoto: Heavy-Duty Protection Bundle for ’08-’10 Ford 6.4L Power Stroke

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Say goodbye to leaking stock radiators and hoses, faulty thermostats and radiator caps, and weak upper support bars: the MMB-F2D-002 heavy-duty protection bundle from Mishimoto includes everything you need to make sure your cooling system is as tough as the rest of your Ford.

In addition to Mishimoto’s fully aluminum performance radiator and sturdy steel upper support bar, this bundle includes high-temp and low-temp thermostats, a reservoir tank cap, and silicone coolant hoses. Mishimoto engineered and tested everything to be a direct fit with the 6.4L Power Stroke in your 2008–2010 Ford while providing greater durability and performance.

Features

  • Direct fit for 2008–2010 Ford 6.4L Power Stroke.
  • Upper support bar minimizes front-end flex.
  • Aluminum radiator incorporates internally strutted tubes in the top and bottom eight rows to better resist pressure and temperature.
  • Coolant hoses are constructed from five layers of heat-resistant fibers and silicone and come preassembled with CNC-machined couplers.
  • High-temp and low-temp thermostats let you tailor the cooling system for cold or hot environments.
  • 1 bar (16 PSI) overflow reservoir cap raises the boiling point of engine coolant to provide a safer and more efficient cooling system.
  • Warranty: lifetime.

Mishimoto Heavy Duty Protection Bundle for Ford 6.4L Power Stroke

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Edelbrock: Pro-Flo XT Manifolds for Chevy

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Available for LS1 (7139 – Satin; 71393 – Black), LS2 (7140 – Satin; 71403 – Black), and LS3 (7142 – Black), the new Pro-Flo XT intake manifolds from Edelbrock are engineered with a large plenum and tapered runners to deliver maximum horsepower and broad torque band throughout the rpm range (1,500–7,000 RPM). Fuel rail kits (3629 – LS; 3648 – LS3) sold separately.

Features

  • For Chevy LS1, LS2, and LS3 applications.
  • Large plenum and tapered runners deliver maximum HP and broad torque.
  • Fuel rail kits available (and sold separately).

Edelbrock Pro-Flo XT Manifolds for Chevy 71403

 

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RaceQuip: 110 Series Pyrovatex SFI-1 Single-Layer Suits, Jackets, and Pants

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The RaceQuip 110 Series single-layer suit is made from Pyrovatex FRC material, which offers the maximum combination of overall flame and heat protection, durability, and comfort for the price. This FRC material retains the softness and breathability of cotton while also moving moisture away from your skin. Pyrovatex fabric is gentle and non-irritating—even to the most sensitive skin—and features a shiny and supple exterior finish. With proper care, SFI-1 garments will retain their flame-retardant properties beyond the useful life of the garment. Available as one-piece suits, jackets, and pants in sizes S–5XL in black, red, or blue.

Features

  • Exceeds SFI 3.2a/1 rating.
  • Available as one-piece suit, jacket, or pants.
  • Single-layer Pyrovatex FRC construction.
  • 11 TPP rating.
  • Fresh, stylish design.
  • Black epaulets, belt, and high-back collar.
  • Contrasting black arm and leg stripes.
  • Black wrist and ankle cuffs.
  • Internal bag pockets.
  • Two-way brass YKK zipper.
  • Two-piece adjustable belt on suits.
  • Pleated back panel for enhanced articulation.
  • Colors: black, red, and, blue.
  • Sizes: Small to 5XL.

RaceQuip SFI-1 Racing Suits Pants Jackets

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Northern Radiator: THE BOSS Three-Row Radiators for GM

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Offering 30% more cooling capacity than any brand of two-row 1” tube radiators, THE BOSS three-row radiators from Northern Radiator are finished with typical hose connection locations for your GM application. THE BOSS radiators feature machined billet aluminum, SAE-compliant filler necks and are available singly or in custom kits.

Note: Unfinished radiator kits are sold as unfinished products; fabrication and TIG welding required (normal Northern Radiator warranties do not apply).

Features

  • Three rows of 1” tubes.
  • 30% more cooling capacity than any brand of two-row 1” tube radiators.
  • Machined billet aluminum filler neck.
  • 1/4” plugged NPT port.

Northern Radiator THE BOSS Radiator

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SA Design (CT604): CarTech’s The Definitive Chevelle SS Guide 1964-1972

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Starting in 1969, the Chevelle SS was no longer its own model, despite years of residing at the tip of the Chevrolet sales spear. That can make it difficult to determine whether a 1969–1972 model was ordered from the factory with Super Sport equipment. In The Definitive Chevelle SS Guide 1964–1972 from CarTech (releasing February 2018), author Dale McIntosh discusses each model in a year-by-year format, clearing the air about what was and wasn’t part of the Malibu SS, SS396, and SS-optioned Chevelle, including discussions about plant-by-plant variances and mid-year changes.

If you want your Chevelle SS to be as original as possible, this is your guide.

Features

  • Size: 5” x 11”
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 192
  • Photos: 450

CarTech Definitive Chevelle SS Guide

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Centerforce Dual Friction Series Clutch

Centerforce: Dual Friction Series Clutch

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If you’re looking for the ultimate in street/strip holding power and performance without sacrificing pedal effort and driver control, the new Dual Friction series clutch from Centerforce is your solution. It features Centerforce’s patented Centrifugal Weight System (where applicable); specialized machining processes; full facing on the pressure plate side for drivability and longevity; and a carbon-composite, puc-style (segmented) facing on the flywheel side for positive engagement and increased holding capacity.

Note: Engineered primarily as a street clutch, but suitable for mild competition applications.

Features

  • Patented Centrifugal Weight System (where applicable).
  • Patented Dual Friction design and ball bearing pressure plate.
  • Light pedal effort, increased holding capacity, and smooth engagement.

Centerforce Dual Friction Series Clutch

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POP Catalog: Showroom-Ready Displays to Excite Customers and Generate Sales

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Maintaining a fresh, positive sales environment is important to retailers in every industry. Consumers are 1.7 times more likely to buy when their information comes from a store instead of online, and in-store displays are a terrific way to give shoppers the information they’re looking for in a dynamic package they can see and touch.

Located at theaamgroup.com/popcatalog, our Point-of-Purchase (POP) Catalog provides an easy-to-browse listing of displays offered by our sponsoring manufacturers. Organized by product category, entries include dimensions so that you can verify the piece will fit in your sales area, as well as information about cost and how to order.

Enhance your showroom today with the industry’s best displays!

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NOCO: G3500 3.5 Amp UltraSafe Battery Charger/Maintainer

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Compatible with 6- and 12-volt lead-acid and 12-volt lithium-ion batteries, the G3500 from The NOCO Company is a portable and automatic battery charger designed for charging cars, boats, RVs, SUVs, diesel trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, lawn mowers, and much more. It can also be used as a battery maintainer to keep both starter and deep-cycle batteries fully charged. The G3500 monitors battery activity for safe and efficient charging without worry of overcharge. It comes with a battery desulfator for use in rejuvenating underperforming batteries.

Features

  • 6V and 12V battery charger/maintainer.
  • Charges lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries up to 120 amp-hours.
  • Recovers deeply discharged batteries down to 2V.
  • Spark-proof technology and reverse polarity protection.
  • Built-in battery desulfator to recover worn-out batteries.
  • Safely monitors battery with zero overcharge.
  • Suitable for start-stop and CAN bus vehicle systems.
  • Advanced diagnostics for damaged batteries.
  • Progressive repair mode for heavily sulfated 12V batteries.

NOCCO G3500 UltraSafe Battery Charger and Maintainer

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