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Flex-A-Lite (111604): Extruded Core Radiator for ’64-’67 Chevelle/GM A-Bodies LS

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Extruded Core Technology from Flex-A-Lite is the future of performance aluminum radiators, replacing multi-core radiators with a new, advanced design. Extruded Core Radiators provide significantly better cooling with a stronger, more durable, and lighter design. This direct-fit radiator is engineered to bolt on—no cutting or drilling required. The radiator mounts using the factory location and equipment and includes a 22–24 lb cap and drain petcock.

Features

  • For 1964-1967 Chevelle and other GM A-Bodies
  • Increased contact area between coolant and aluminum tubes for better heat rejection
  • Flat surface on which to braze the cooling fins maximizes contact between the tubes and fins for better cooling
  • Louver patterns in the cooling fins direct airflow for better performance
  • Wind-tunnel testing has shown significant cooling efficiency over standard tube radiators
  • Enhanced strength (100 PSI burst rating)
  • Corner subhead reinforces the cooling tube to header connection (an area prone to cracking and leaking in aluminum radiators)
  • Warranty: 2-year transferable

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

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Hedman Hedders: GM A-Body Headers for ’64-’67 Big-Block Chevy

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Offering excellent ground clearance and awesome horsepower, big-block GM A-Body headers from Hedman Hedders are the only mid-length headers for 1964–1967 Chevrolet Chevelle, El Camino, and GTO. The advantage these headers have is that they don’t hang below the frame rails like the long-tube headers for those vehicles, sparing them from road hazards like bumps and driveways. They fit automatic transmission–equipped models and are compatible with A/C and power steering. The shorter, mid-length headers provide superb ground clearance—especially for lowered, pro-touring style builds—yet offer superior performance over short-tube headers or factory manifolds.

Hedman makes these headers in the USA from mandrel-bent, 1-3/4” primary tubes, with 3/8” header flanges and a 3” ball/socket-style gasket-free collector. The larger, free-flowing tubes improve exhaust scavenging to produce excellent horsepower and throttle response from your Rat motor. Hedman backs header construction with a lifetime warranty, and all factory-applied finishes are warrantied for five full years. Available finishes include HTC polished silver ceramic (68666), Black Maxx ceramic-metallic (68663), or uncoated (68660).

Features

  • For 1964–1967 GM A-Body.
  • Excellent ground clearance and terrific horsepower.
  • Compatible with automatic transmission, air conditioning, and power steering.
  • Mandrel-bent 1.75” primary tubes.
  • Includes gaskets, header/collector bolts, and bolt-on header collector adapters.
  • Made in the USA.
  • Warranty: lifetime (construction), 5 years (finish).

Hedman Hedders GM A-Body Headers for 64-67 BBC

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LEED Brakes (FC2001SM): Spindle-Mount Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit for Mopar A-Body

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Front disc brake conversion kit from LEED Brakes adds safety, reliability and performance to your Mopar A-body with 10” drum brake spindles. The FC2001SM kit provides everything you need to bolt on factory-style, four-piston disc brakes to original drum brake spindles—no cutting or welding required. All-new, high-quality, precision-machined components.

Features

  • For Mopar A-body with 10” drum brake spindles.
  • Large 5” x 4” bolt pattern only.
  • Bolt-on installation: no welding or cutting needed.

LEED Brakes Spindle Mount Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit for Mopar A-Body

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Auto Meter: Direct-Fit American Muscle Dash Kits

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Upgrade your classic 60s, 70s, or early-80s muscle car or truck with an Auto Meter Direct-Fit American Muscle Dash Kit. Each easy-to-install kit includes a durable replacement dash panel, six iconic American Muscle gauges, a universal wiring harness, sending units, LED lighting dimmer, and all necessary mounting hardware. LED through-dial lighting ensures optimal visibility during low-light conditions while Auto Meter‘s easy, no-fab installation allows you to preserve the original interior of your classic ride.

More than a dozen models are available, including those for Camaro, Firebird, Nova, Chevelle, El Camino, Monte Carlo, Malibu, Challenger, Suburban, GM E-body and A-body, and more!

Features

  •  Simplicity: Takes the guesswork out of deciding what gauges to use—included pieces satisfy functionality and nostalgia.
  • Clean installation: Uses factory mounting locations and hardware—no cutting, drilling, or dash modification required.
  • Precision-molded, durable, and UV-protected ABS plastic replacement dash panel.
  • Six all-electric American Muscle gauges: tachometer, speedometer, water temperature, oil pressure, voltmeter, and OE-specific fuel level.
  • Universal 6-gauge wiring harness.
  • All necessary sending units and mounting hardware.
  • LED dimmer and installation instructions.
  • Made in the USA!

Auto Meter: Direct-Fit American Muscle Dash Kits
Auto Meter: Direct-Fit American Muscle Dash Kits

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Hooker Headers: Blackheart SS Long-Tube Headers for 68-72 GM A-Body

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Hooker Headers, with its classic heart logo, has been at the core of the exhaust industry for decades. Hooker continues to push the boundaries of performance with the new Blackheart line of performance exhaust systems for popular late-model vehicles. The Blackheart line is truly a platform-designed full exhaust program. From the cylinder head flange to the tailpipe, the Blackheart line is engineered to provide maximum exhaust velocity, ground clearance, style, performance, and quality!

  • 304SS construction provides long-term corrosion resistance.
  • Includes 3” merge-style collectors and velocity spears.
  • Compatible with factory A/C evaporator case and stock GM LS engine spark plug wires.
  • Bolt-in compatible with both sets of Hooker 1968-72 A-body specific engine brackets.
  • Does not require relocation of brake system proportioning valve.
  • Compatible with all GM automatic and Tremec T56/T56 Magnum transmissions.
  • O2 bung locations optimized for wide-band O2 sensor operation/reliability.
  • All necessary hardware included for easy installation.

Hooker Headers: Blackheart SS Long-Tube Headers for 68-72 GM A-Body
Hooker Headers: Blackheart SS Long-Tube Headers for 68-72 GM A-Body

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