When you're swapping motors and transmissions in a car, there are a lot of challenges. What motor mounts to use, what headers will fit, and so forth. Sometimes those are rather easy to find swap kits for, or pieces that will work. But just like the old saying, "the devil is in the details," we found out on an LQ4 and 4L80E swap that saying was all but too true. One area … [Read more...]
A Revelation In Suspension Technology From JRi Shocks!
For over half a century, there have been customized and lowered vehicles. Even when the boys were coming home from WWII and customizing vehicles, they faced a problem that is still around today: how do you lower a car and get that great stance, but not sacrifice drive-ability? For some, having the car as low to the ground is the biggest priority, and they pay no attention to … [Read more...]
Going With The Flow: Installing Flowmaster Muffler’s American Thunder Exhaust
What's the first thing you notice on a car? A shiny red paint job? Or a set of trick wheels? For most of us, before we can even see a car, we pick up on the exhaust sound. We can usually tell if it's a four-cylinder or a big-block just by the note the exhaust makes. The exhaust is what gets us to drop the wrench and look into the street to see what's motoring on by. Or when … [Read more...]
Dakota Digital VHX Gauge Install And Review
Dancing needles, flashing lights, oh what a sight! Gauges on your dash are one the of the coolest features on a car. They move with the push of the pedal, and give valuable insight to your car. They let you know how fast you were going - regardless of what the Highway Patrol may claim. Gauges also act as insurance in a way, letting you keep tabs on the monster under the … [Read more...]
Lateral-G Vendor Feature: BMR Suspension
This months Lateral-G vendor feature is on BMR Suspension. I've personally used their parts, and can vouch for the quality and performance of what they manufacture. Let's take a look behind the scenes and see what they do and how they do it. When BMR Suspension began in 1998, it was difficult for performance automotive enthusiasts to find suspension components with an … [Read more...]
Speedtech Performance
In 2005, Speedtech originated in Vancouver, Canada to fill a void in the Canadian high performance suspension market. The company's initial product line consisted of only five part numbers, '67-'69 Chevrolet Camaro upper and lower control arms, tie rod adjusting sleeves, C5 Corvette brake adapters, and offset leaf spring shackles. Utilizing internet marketing Speedtech's … [Read more...]
Matt’s Classic Bowties
We are a family owned and operated business specializing in Classic and Muscle car parts since 2001. We have extensive knowledge in Pro-Touring Suspension and Brake systems. Every staff member has a passion for Classics, and an appreciation for Pro-Touring, making it not only business, but pleasure as well. We are a dealer for hundreds of different companies, and offer … [Read more...]
Goodguys Rod and Custom
BE A PART OF THE WORLDS LARGEST HOT RODDING ASSOCIATION! Become a Goodguys member and receive the Goodguys Goodtimes gazette delivered right to your door along with other great benefits and discounts. Or Come out to one (or more) of our shows this season. For more information visit www.good-guys.com or call us at 925.838.9876 ABOUT GOODGUYS The Goodguys Rod … [Read more...]
AutoRad Performance Radiators
Today we have several choices when it comes to radiators. Many of them are good, quality products. Sometimes we can look up what we need, select a part number and place an order. But sometimes we need a little more. Take, for instance, the guy wanting to build a drag race or autocross car. He needs something more than stock, and needs it to stand up to the rigors he puts his … [Read more...]
Code 510
Code 510 was created with a clear purpose in mind; to provide innovative performance, body enhancements and must have niche products that are designed to provide the consumer with the most satisfaction. Code 510 will accomplish this mission by designing, marketing, and distributing the highest quality products and services that contribute to our success, while creating … [Read more...]