Hot Rod Hotline Newsletter July 18, 2013
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This newsletter contains highlights from the car shows, stories, event listings, new vendors, new products and classified ads that appeared this week on www.hotrodhotline.com. Visit us daily so you don’t miss anything!
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK |
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This week's featured classified ad is a beautiful '34 Ford Roadster Street Rod. It's listed at $37,500 and is located in Vero Beach, Florida. With a 385 HP 350 Chevy Fast Burn engine, this is definitely a machine that will turn heads! See more cars like this in the classifieds section or on our website! |
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This weekend is the Syracuse Nationals 2013 show and we know that many of our readers and reporters will be there, including some of our folks from the MotorHead Media office! If you see them, be sure to say hi. And in just a few weeks, HotRod Hotline will be in Louisville, KY for the 44th Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals. We'll have a booth, so be sure to come by and visit and get your photo taken with us! | ||||||
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Where Draggin' Originated by Le Roi Tex Smith - Did I tell you about the time Ronaldo Ceridono dragged the seat out of his riding buddy’s underwear? Let me set the scene. Read More |
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Mustangs at the Mickyard - The 2013 Grand Nationals of the Mustang Club of America are being held at the house the mouse built, and Hot Rod Hotline is sp. Read More |
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Goodguys Summer Showdown Round 2! - Don't forget to vote in ROUND 2 of the 2013 Goodguys Summer Showdown! Which mean machine do you want to crown as champion? Read More |
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Geezers Reunion at the Grove - The Geezers Reunion at the Grove will take place on the weekend of August 2nd, 2013 at the Maple Grove Raceway in Mohnton, Pennsylvania. The event will feature 16 nostalgia nitro and alky funny cars! Read More |
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Artie's Party at the 2013 Syracuse Nationals Car Show - This year's Artie's Party will take place the weekend of July 19th as part of the 2013 Syracuse Nationals Car Show. Artie's Party raised $77,000 for charity last year and will be supporting the new Central New York Ronald McDonald House this time around. Read More |
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Five Cars Stolen Off HWY 78 - Have you seen these cars? Read More | ||||||
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Cobb Ware's Workshop Garage - Reader Cobb Ware share's his cozy workshop with us. Read More | ||||||
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NEW VENDORS |
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Cruise to the Show! Have you ever had the chance to see KITT up close and personal, how about the oh so famous Smokey and the Bandit Iconic Trans Am? – well at this year’s Cruise to the Show, we roll out the red carpet for the real stars, the cars. |
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Wheels of Time Street Rod Association is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the art of street-rodding. Our members enjoy displaying their handiwork at many local and national events. We host many such events every year right here in our own Lehigh Valley. Our premier event is the fantastic Rod and Custom Jamboree held each August in Macungie, PA. Over 2000 street rods and custom cars are on display every year at this popular event. |
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Advanced Plating can provide you with the quality and service you expect from a world class company. Located in our new 60,000 square foot facility located in Nashville, TN, we are able to turn out the show quality chrome plating and powder coating we have become known for. |
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Krist Kustoms has been in the hot rod interior business for over 12 years. Krist Kustoms started as a custom hot rod upholstery shop in 1998, and has been growing ever since. While they still specialize in custom hot rod interiors, they now have their own line of hot rod seating and interior parts and accessories. |
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Cruisin For A Cure We're very proud to have the fine folks at "Cruisin For A Cure" online with us. Each Year, Cruisin For A Cure makes it's mark as the Nations Largest One Day car show. Next year the show will be on September at the Orange County Fairgrounds again, where we expect over 4000 vehicles and will offers PSA Prostate Cancer screening for men over 40. Proceeds from the show benefit City Of Hope. |
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PRODUCT NEWS |
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Dynamat DynaPad - DynaPad is a four-layer composite barrier that provides excellent acoustic attenuation and thermal insulation. This heavier material utilizes "Dissimilar Layer Insulating" technology that solves two of the most difficult automotive problems - exhaust system heat and low frequency noise. Read More |
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Eaton Detroit Springs 1963 to 1982 Corvette - There are many aftermarket Corvette Leaf Springs availalble, but only EATON Detroit Spring offers springs that are nearly 100% correct. Read More |
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Flaming River Synthetic Power Steering Fluid - Formulated for High Performance Steering Systems! This newly developed line of Synthetic Power Steering Fluid is a natural addition to Flaming River’s Power Rack and Pinions and Power Steering Accessory product lines. Read More |
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Goodmark Classic Fender Emblems - Doing a classic car, classic truck, or hot rod restoration? Goodmark has the sheet metal, trim, and auto parts you need to complete your project. Goodmark has strived to maintain high quality on all restoration parts whether your project is a Dodge Challenger, Plymouth Barracuda, Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang, Classic Pick-up, or other classic vehicle. Read More |
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Heinzmans Street Rod Shop - At the Heinzman Street Rod Shop, we take great pride in fulfilling our customers needs and vision for their cars. The car we take in custom-engineering makes the difference between a good street rod and a great street rod. Whether it's the chassis fabrication, the assembly area, the office, or the body shop, our staff have one thing in common... WE ARE CAR PEOPLE! Read More |
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Kee Auto Top Manufacturing - Since 1964, we started developing and refining numerous convertible top and vinyl roof patterns for precisely-correct fit and function. We knew it was critical to have precise patterns for virtually every domestic or imported car from 1940 to today's latest models. That is why trim shops around the globe prefer Kee. Read More |
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Koul Tools - Since the invention of stainless braided rubber hose, racers and mechanics have been fighting the problem of installing it into the socket part of the assembly. KOUL tools has delivered a solution that makes the assembly a snap. Read More |
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McGard Wheel Lock Set - Protecting the world's finest wheels and tires from theft since 1964. McGard wheel locks are manufactured in the USA to meet or exceed O.E.M. standards for safety and durability. Read More |
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MSD Ignition - Check out the Lucky 7 promotion from MSD Ignition featuring lots of cash saving deals! More Info |
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Painless Performance - The Digital Power Manager with Jump Start (500 amp) includes a weatherproof solid state dual battery control unit that automatically engages an auxillary battery when a large load is applied to the vehicle's main battery. Read More |
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Performance Plus Connection - Performance Plus Connection, a North Carolina-based marketer of automotive heat control and electrical system products announces the expansion of the company’s line of spark plug boots, now available in bright pink in support of breast cancer awareness. Read More |
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Performance Suspension Technologies - PST now offers a complete front coil over system that is bolt-in and will work with either factory stamped steel arms or aftermarket tubular arms. Read More |
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Phoenix Transmission Ford C6 Transmission - The C6 transmission was introduced in 1966 and was used by Ford for everything from massive Lincolns, to 4x4 trucks and Cobra Jet Torino’s. Read More |
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ProTec System - The PRO-TEC System One is designed to monitor and protect your trailer and its contents. Designed for the do-it-yourself enthusiast, it carries a Life Time Warranty. Read More |
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Quietaire - Quietaire has manufacturerd QuietCool portable evaporative coolers since 1979. Our QuietCool is like a large floor fan but cooler – It can cool up to 26°F, or more, in areas where A/C is simply out of the question. Read More |
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Rick's Tanks! - Rick's stainless steel gas tanks are a direct replacement for the OE tanks. All tanks and parts are fabricated in house at Rick's to ensure only the highest quality for a long lasting, trouble free product. Read More |
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Smart Parts Oblong Interior Light - The Smart Parts oblong interior light, #SP2054P, features a clear refractor lens that casts a delicate, wide band of light with a cool #168 bulb that won't "burn" upholstery. Read More |
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Spirit Industries - Spirit Cars sells Turnkey Cars that even the most discriminating hot rod enthusiast would be proud to own. Read More |
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Steve's Auto Restorations '33/'34 Running Boards - These are reproduction running boards rubber mat bonded like the originals. Fit and detail is excellent. Read More |
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Surf City Garage - Check out how to use Surf City Garage Metal Polishes: Killer Chrome, Maximum Metal, and Absolutely Aluminum More Info |
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Welder Series Catalog - Welder Series supplies professional quality kits and parts, both welded and ready-to-weld, to save you time and money. Read More |
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Woody's Hot Rodz - Woody's specializes in creating one-of-a-kind turnkey hot rods and muscle cars. Read More |
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CHassis Tech/Airbagit.com - All of our control arms are manufactured using state of the art CNC cutting, bending and forming processes with high strength steel plate and DOM Steel Tubing. Read More |
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BASF Paint - As the world's largest chemical company, BASF offers intelligent solutions based on innovative products and tailor-made services. We create opportunities for success through trusted and reliable partnerships. Our Automotive Refinish business makes and markets the finest coatings available for body shops, restoration facilities, customizers and commercial transportation. Read More |
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EVENT LISTINGS |
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The Event Schedule is sponsored by Chrome Insurance. When you list your event, it will automatically be listed on Chrome's iPad app and Event Listing page. | ||||||
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Click for Full Schedule of Upcoming Shows |
Click for Full Schedule of Upcoming Shows |
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24th East Coast Indoor Nationals - The largest all American pre-1973 car and custom motorcycle show and marketplace on the east coast. Read More |
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Goodguys - 26th Wesco Autobody Supply Pacific Northwest Nationals in Puyallup, Washington. Read More |
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Somernites Cruise - Weekend July 25th-26th-27th - Ultimate Door Prize. Read More |
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NHRA Motorsports Museum - New England Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA Insurance at New England Dragway, Sept. 12-14, are available for purchase. More Info |
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National Street Rod Association - 44th Annual Street Rod Nationals Plus. Over 10,000 street rods, customs, muscle cars and street machines will be on hand at the Kentucky Expo Center this summer. More Info |
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Anpac Chrome Show for Kids - Mark your calendars for this year's show, which will be Saturday, September 21, 2013! Read More |
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Cruise to the Show Returns September 28-29, 2013! Eisenhower Park East Meadow, NY. Read More |
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CAR SHOW COVERAGE THIS WEEK |
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We receive vast amounts of show coverage everyday and we're so happy to be able to share it with you. Thank you so much to our great roving reporters. If you see one of them at a show give them a big thank you for all that they do. | ||||||
Palo Alto Concours d'Elegance by Michael Corazzelli |
NSRA 29th Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals by Jack Lee |
Goodguys 22nd Heartland Nationals by Bill Wonder |
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6th Annual Wheels of Woodbridge Car Show by Fred Childers |
Delta Chicken Festival Car Show by Bill and Cathy Barrand |
Sawyer Motors Car Show by Tom Poremba |
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Annual Curtis Lumber Cat & Truck Show by Vince Caterina |
National Collector Car Appreciation Day by Rick Merkow |
10th Annual York Nostalgia Nationals by "Big Al" Liebmann |
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If you take pictures at car shows and would like to share them with our readers, email [email protected] or call us at 877-700-2468. | ||||||
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MORE THIS WEEK AT HOTRODHOTLINE |
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Chrome Brilliant Classic Car Insurance - Do you have an upcoming car show or auto event that you are trying to promote? Fill out our form for more details about how CHROME might be able to help you! Read More |
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Steele Rubber Products - How to replace back window glass seal with cord. Read More |
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Old Air Products - Catalog. Old Air Products specialization is in custom AC systems and factory AC & heater system replacement parts for Antique, Classic, Vintage & Custom Vehicles. We manufacture the HURRICANE® AC Heat & Defrost system for Hot Rods, Street Rods & Custom vehicles. Read More |
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Timeless Rods - One of The Icons of Pop Culture Is Celebrating Its 40th Anniversary; Timeless Rods is Giving Its Customers a Chance to Join In The Fun! Read More |
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Tech Tip from Weedetr Street Rod Components Suspension travel, geometry, ground clearance and other misconceptions. Read More |
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New Classic Chevy - "Skeletons". If your Tri Five Chevy needs a floor, rockers and quarter panels due to rust, damage or previous poor quality repairs, consider our "skeletons". Available for all years in Convertible, Sedan and Hardtop body styles, this gives you a new, rock solid foundation for your TriFive. Read More |
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CLASSIFIEDS |
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Buy or sell your car, or find parts for a project or restoration in our Classifieds Section. Here's a sample of the most recent "Sold" vehicles. | ||||||
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Featured Ads |
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A "Featured Ad" with six pictures and unlimited words runs for 6 months for only $125. Questions? Call us at 877-700-2468 or e-mail us at [email protected]! We’re happy to help. | ||||||
'55 Chevrolet 150 Sedan Price: $55,000 |
'68 GMC Pro Tour Pickup Price: $64,900 |
'32 Ford Coupe Price: $38,000 |
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'62 Chevy Impala SS TT LS7 Price: $95,000 |
'55 Chevy 210 Post Price: $48,000 |
'55 Porsche Speedster Price: $19,500 |
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'71 Dodge Demon 440 HEMI Price: $27,900 |
'41 Pontiac Coupe Price: $38,000 |
'50 Studebaker Champion Price: $24,000 |
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Parts Listing |
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List your parts. If you've got extra parts laying around, odds are a someone needs them! Clear out your shop and help a fellow rodder or see if that part you need is in someone else's garage. | ||||||
We love to read your stories and learn about your shows, rides, rods and adventures. Send questions and stories to [email protected]. | ||||||
Until next time, keep roddin! The staff at Hotrodhotline.com |
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