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RaceQuip: PRO20 Snell SA2020 Top Air Helmets

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PRO20 top air full-face helmets from RaceQuip combine contemporary styling and modern production techniques to provide outstanding protection and value suitable for all forms of motorsports (Snell SA2020 rating). These helmets are sometimes called “forced air,” “blower,” or “pumper” helmets because of a provision that allows the attachment of a fresh air hose, creating airflow that cools and prevents face-shield fog. These RaceQuip helmets feature a unique, low-profile manifold design that will fit in any car and works with standard 1.25” round hoses.

The PRO20 top air helmet includes a strong, lightweight, FRP composite shell; reinforced M6 threaded HANS/HNR inserts (anchor posts not included); distortion-free, 3 mm polycarbonate face shield; silicone eyeport gasket to seal out dirt; medium-sized chin spoiler; and a comfort-fit, blended Nomex interior.

Available in Gloss White and Flat Black in sizes S–2X.

Features

  • Snell SA2020 rated
  • Low-profile air hose manifold
  • FRP composite shell
  • Reinforced M6 threaded HANS/HNR inserts (anchor posts not included)
  • 3 mm polycarbonate face shield
  • Silicone eyeport gasket keeps out dirt.
  • Comfort-fit, blended Nomex interior
  • 2 colors: Gloss White and Flat Black
  • 5 sizes: S, M, L, XL, and 2XL
RaceQuip PRO 20 Snell SA2020 Top Air Helmet

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AutoMeter: Direct-Fit Gauge Sets

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Massively expanding its catalog of direct-fit gauge sets for popular classic car and truck applications, AutoMeter has announced nearly 550 new models for Chevy, Dodge, GM, Ford, Plymouth, Pontiac, and Mercury vehicles.

These easy-to-install kits include a set of iconic AutoMeter gauges, direct-fit dash panel, universal color-coded wiring harness, senders, and everything else needed to complete the job. These sets save consumers money over buying components individually, simplify the installation process, and provide that finished, clean AutoMeter look.

Features

  • Available for classic domestic car and truck applications from the 50s to the 90s
  • Direct-fit dash panels (2, 5, or 6 gauges, by application)
  • Set of matching AutoMeter gauges
  • Preterminated, color-coded, universal wiring harness (5- and 6-gauge sets)
  • Sending units for water temp and oil pressure
  • Mounting hardware
  • Dimming module for LED models
AutoMeter Direct-Fit Gauge Sets

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Auburn Gear: Grip-N-Loc™ Limited Slip Differential

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If you enjoy pushing the limits of performance and traction, whether in competition or simply extreme-weather driving, the Grip-N-Loc limited slip differential from Auburn Gear has some excitement in store. This product instantly upgrades your vehicle for safe transfer of increased power and torque, building on existing technologies and adding new innovations to achieve enhanced results.

Features

  • New cone design provides a 25% increase in bias ratio/increased traction over previous limited slip diffs in the Auburn Gear lineup.
  • Case material is up to 50% stronger than OE cases.
  • Heat-treated, hardened-steel materials endure extreme conditions.
  • Eight heavy-duty springs for rapid reaction time
  • New gear tooth geometry adds impact strength and overall toughness to let drivers push more HP to the wheels.
  • Warranty: 2 years

Box Contents

  • Detailed installation manual with maintenance recommendations
  • Auburn Gear friction additive (6 oz)
  • Grip-N-Loc decals for bumpers, toolboxes, and other high-profile areas
  • Product card with essential information and warranty registration link
  • And your Grip-N-Loc limited slip differential!
Auburn Gear Grip-N-Loc Limited Slip Differential

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PROFORM (67459): Engine Lift Plate for GM LS Gen IV

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Made from quality steel and boasting three attachment points to create optimal tilt, the 67459 engine lift plate from PROFORM was designed to help you more easily hoist out GM LS Gen IV (2006–2016) engines. To install, just remove the intake manifold and valley tray cover and replace them with the lift plate using existing valley tray bolts (bolts not included). PROFORM also designed this product to serve as a valley cover for storage after the job is through.

Features

  • For GM LS Gen IV (2006–2016) engines
  • Quality steel construction with three hoist points for optimal tilt
  • Bolts to engine block with existing valley tray bolts (bolts not included)
  • Sold individually
PROFORM Engine Lift Plate for GM LS

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NOCO Company (GB50): Boost XL 1,500-Amp UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter

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The Boost XL from NOCO Company is a portable power station for 12-volt batteries. This lightweight lithium-ion jump starter can get a dead battery back on its feet in seconds—up to 30 times on a single charge. Boost XL offers spark-proof, reverse-polarity protection, so it’s safe for anyone to use.

NOCO engineered more than just jump-starting power into the GB50 UltraSafe, too. It also includes a high-output, 200-lumen LED flashlight with seven modes that holds its charge up to a year and a USB battery pack for recharging personal devices on the go.

Suitable for gasoline engines up to 7 liters and diesel engines up to 4.5 liters (cars, vans, boats, lawn mowers, SUV, trucks, and more). Includes new HD Precision Boost Battery Clamps, USB charging cable, microfiber storage bag, lifetime customer support, and NOCO’s one-year, hassle-free limited warranty.

Features

  • For gas engines up to 7 liters and diesel engines up to 4.5 liters
  • Perfect for cars, trucks, SUVs, boats, motorcycles, lawn mowers, and more
  • Rated at 1,500 amps, with up to 30 jumps starts on a single charge
  • Ultra-safe, mistake-proof design (spark-proof and reverse-polarity protection)
  • HD Precision Boost Battery Clamps easily connect to any 12-volt lead-acid battery.
  • 200 lumen LED flashlight with seven modes (including SOS and emergency strobe)
  • Recharges personal devices and includes a USB charging cable
  • Hot and cold LED indicators protect batteries and devices.
NOCO Company Boost XL 1500 Amp UltraSafe Jump Starter GB50

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Bully Dog: Thruster Throttle Booster

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Upgrade your vehicle’s throttle response with a Thruster throttle booster from Bully Dog. The Thruster easily installs inline between the pedal position sensor and vehicle harness. Make adjustments on the fly with the simple control knob to really feel the change as you drive. With its waterproof design, this product is ideal for off-road vehicles, but it is suitable for any vehicle looking for improved performance.

Bully Dog designed the Thruster throttle booster to be emissions and warranty safe. It is made in the USA, with CARB EOs for many applications.

Features

  • Improves throttle response on the fly via easy-to-use control knob
  • Reduced lag and increased acceleration
  • Easy to install inline between the pedal sensor and vehicle harness
  • Waterproof design ideal for off-road applications
  • CARB EOs available for many applications
Bully Dog Thruster Throttle Booster

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Racing Power Company (R5445BK): Fabricated Intake Manifold for SBC V8

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Dial up horsepower and torque with a tunnel ram–style fabricated intake manifold from Racing Power Company. Finished in black, the R5445BK intake manifold fits most 1955–1986 small-block Chevy V8 cylinder heads with single four-barrel, square-bore carb and OE/stock deck height; it also works with OE/stock distributors. RPC fabricates this product from TIG-welded T-6061 aluminum with CNC-machined flanges and includes a new intake manifold gasket kit with purchase.

Also available in a clear anodized finish (PN R5445).

Note: Mounting hardware (PN R7531S – bolt kit) and water neck sold separately.

Features

  • For 1955–1986 small-block Chevy V8
  • Increases HP and torque
  • 2,200–6,800 rpm range
  • TIG-welded T-6061 aluminum
  • CNC-machined flanges
  • 7” overall height
  • Clears OE/stock distributors
  • Two 1/2” NPT coolant ports
  • One 3/8” NPT vacuum port (on plenum)
  • Includes intake manifold gasket kit
Racing Power Company Fabricated Intake Manifold for SBC V8 R5445BK

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AutoMeter Products: FiTech CAN Gauges

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FiTech CAN Gauges from AutoMeter Products are the perfect instrumentation solution for enthusiasts who have converted to FiTech EFT or trans controller systems. The three new gauges—tach, speedometer, and water temp—easily plug and play into FiTech’s CAN output and are built to match AutoMeter’s Sport-Comp II design theme, so you can mix with other gauges from that series for a professional and uniform look.

Features

  • For FiTech electronic fuel injection and trans controller systems
  • PN 880829: 3 3/8” tachometer, 0–140 mph (EFI and trans controller)
  • PN 880828: 3 3/8” speedometer, 0–8K rpm (trans controller only)
  • PN 880890: 2 1/16 water temperature, 100°–250°F (EFI only)
  • Direct plug-and-play connection
  • Match AutoMeter’s Sport-Comp II gauges for seamless series integration
  • Dimming function through FiTech’s control module
  • Through-the-dial white LED lighting with lit pointer
AutoMeter Products FiTech CAN Gauges

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Flaming River (FR313KTK): Power Rack & Pinion Cradle Kit for ’68-’72 Chevelle/El Camino

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Reduced bump steer is the calling card of this power rack and pinion cradle kit from Flaming River, thanks to a unique TravelBar system that connects new tubular inner tie-rod ends to original pivot points. Aficionados of 1968–1972 Chevy Chevelle and El Camino will want to jump on this upgrade, as will owners of sister GM intermediates of the same period such as Pontiac GTO/Lemans, Oldsmobile 4-4-2/Cutlass, Buick GS/Skylark, and the GMC Conquistador.

Flaming River designed the FR313KTK rack and pinion cradle kit to install in the stock steering system mounting holes—no drilling, cutting, or welding required. This precision jig-welded setup comes with lifetime serviceability, a paintable tilt key column, Billet-Joint and column adapter, stronger 1” rack gear, wiring connector, mounting hardware, and more.

Features

  • For Chevrolet Chevelle/El Camino and other sister GM intermediates with SBC or BBC engines
  • All-new power rack and pinion with lifetime serviceability
  • Billet-Joint and column adapter
  • Stronger 1” rack gear
  • 6” travel and full turning radius
  • Paintable tilt key column
  • Mounting hardware, wiring connector, and universal joints
  • Power steering pump and pulley
  • Aluminum mounting reservoir (hoses sold separately)
  • Billet swivel floor mount
  • Bolts into existing chassis with no suspension modification
Flaming River Power Rack & Pinion Kit for Chevelle_El Camino

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Auburn Gear: High Performance Series Differentials

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On the hunt for more traction, faster engagement, more controlled power transfer, and lightning-fast reaction to changing load conditions? High Performance Series differentials from Auburn Gear are an immediate upgrade to OE diffs, whether you want to upgrade your daily driver or weekend mud-churner.

Auburn Gear’s flagship diffs deliver smooth, torque-sensing operation with correct bias ratios to outperform the competition. Their unique cone-clutch design transfers more power to the high-traction wheel for quicker acceleration and tighter cornering—without compromising a vehicle’s performance requirements. High Performance Series differentials are backed by a one-year warranty, with an additional year’s warranty when used with Auburn Gear differential oil and friction modifier (sold separately). Made in the USA!

Features

  • Smooth, torque-sensing operation with correct bias ratios
  • Cone-clutch design transfers more power to the high-traction wheel for quicker acceleration and tighter cornering.
  • Maximum torque transfer without compromising a vehicle’s performance requirements
  • Made in the USA
  • Warranty: 1 year (2 years when used with Auburn Gear differential oil and friction modifier)
Auburn Gear High Performance Series Differential

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