Roddings Largest Online Magazine HotrodHotLine Newsletter May 30 2007

  We want to give a BIG Congratulations to our friend, and Boise, Idaho Hometown Racing Hero, Davey Hamilton, for his fantastic run in the Indy 500 this year. Davey made a remarkable comeback after a tragic accident 6 years ago in Texas which nearly cost him the use of his feet. Davey worked very hard on his rehabilitation and looks just great ! Obviously whatever he did WORKED... Davey came in  NINTH at the Indy 500 on Sunday... “Way to GO “ Davey !

   We continue to add many new articles to the Hot Rod M.D.  This week we have a great article from Carl Brunson, notable Mopar expert and restorer in Las Vegas.  Carl provided a list of really valuable tips for those of you doing body and paint work on your project....  tips that will save you time, and money as well as making your job easier. Check it out HERE

Eliminate Road Noise, Squeaks, Rattles, Heat & vibrations by installing Hush Mat acoustics products in your car; creating a car that is a joy to drive and show.  No Pre-treatment is required with Hush Mat’s no-hassle installation. It can be easily cut to shape and formed to fit over contoured surfaces and has a superior adhesive. Hush Mat comes in black or silver and can be painted. So whether yours is a performance, street rod, hot rod truck or restoration project—. Enjoy a cool and quiet ride with Hush Mat

WIRE WORKS, was founded in 1974, and is a result of over 30 years of experience in wiring street rods and developing electrical products directly for street rod applications. Having attended the first NSRA Street Rod National in Peoria in 1970 and being one of the first 100 members of the National Street Rod Association (#90), Ron Francis is aware what help fellow Rodders can use with what is often the least understood phases of street rod construction ... the wiring system.   Let us Build YOU a Wiring Harness

At Zig's Street Rods we are street rodders. Our Aim is to give the customer the service and satisfaction that we would expect to receive if we were purchasing the product. The staff will not jeopardize our relationship with fellow rodders by offering products that we do not believe in. Street rodding is more than a business it is a way of life. Zig's street rod center offers the finest parts and accessories for your classic car, street rod, 55 thru 57 Chevy, and classic truck. Handling over 50 product lines gives us the ability to find the exact product to fit your needs.

Painless Performance can help you get your car wired ! This is one job on your car that you want done right and to do that you need the finest quality harness and components. That's what you'll find at Painless, along with simplicity of design, excellent instructions, and great technical support to help you complete the job. Their motto is Make it Simple, Make it Easy, Make it Painless ! And it couldn't be said better. Check out the website at Painless Performance and you'll be well on your way to solving those wiring problems.

ChassistechThe industry leader in Air Ride Suspension ! You'll find the finest product line on the market and a wealth of technical support and installation information at Chassistech. Now to compliment their Air Ride Suspension products, they have added some really cool accessories.... Steering Wheels, Mirrors, Bear Claw Hinges, and much more. Check out the rest... then come see the Best ! Chassistech !

The Engine Factory has a huge selection of “custom built for you” options. This awesome Chevy 383 Stroker with 475 Horsepower is just one of the many choices at EngineFactory.com This is the time to beef up your ride with some horsepower, and the Engine Factory has been building Turnkey Engines since 1969 so you know you can depend on them for the best. All Engine Factory Engines run right out of the crate .... no need to add anything. Take a look at all of the great engine choices at www.EngineFactory.com

Hyde Products-Quality Hood Holders (HOOD PROPS) for 1937-1948 Ford s; 1946-1948 Mercury ’s; 1940-1948 Chevy cars, 47-54 Chevy pick-ups and 57 Chevy cars . Bolts on most hoods No drilling or tapping required, Easy to install. Only the polished stainless steel telescopic tube is visibleTwist to Lock, and Unlock. Comes with all hardware, Ready to install , pictured instructions . .. The Hood Holder comes standard (sand-blasted, primed and painted gloss black with stainless steel tube.) OR can also be special ordered in all stainless steel. All stainless steel bolt on trunk props are available for the same years, Be Safe, Look Good Call Hyde Products!

GMP has finally added one of the most iconic cars in history with it's new '32 Ford program! This 1932 Ford Highboy is the first release in a new series from GMP! All models will be serialized and limited in number. This model is packed with features you have come to expect from GMP. Features include... Ford Flathead V8 with Dual Stromberg Carbuerators, Split "Duval" Windshield, Fenderless Roadster Styling, Removable Convertible Top, Louvered and Hinged Hood, Quick Change Rear End, Long Throw Shifter, Custom Machined Dash with "Banjo" style Steering Wheel, Soft-touch Seats and Flocked Carpeting. This is a must have for any true car collector! Hurry and order your first release today as these are limited in number and will surely sell out quickly!  Check it OUT...

Vision Hot Rod Concepts Street Rods & Customs MIRRORS & LED lighted MIRRORSYou will be impressed with the Design, Quality and Installation Ease. The Sweeping Tear Drop Design compliments flowing lines on unchopped, fat-fendered coupes and sedans. The Sleek Oval Shape Style looks great on everything; coupes, sedans, open cars. The Smooth Design Style beautifully details Street Rods and cars /trucks of the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s Hidden mounting provides a clean, clutter free appearance, Sandable and paintable, urethane plastic construction, Fully adjustable mirror, surface, LED version can be connected to turn signals, unique trimable mounting stem Check out these cool mirrors...

So Cal Arizona is here to help you with all of your projects ... they have the parts and they have the tech advice and now So Cal Arizona is presenting a TOO HOT TO BE "COOL" IN YOUR RIDE? Find out everything you ever wanted to know about Air Conditioning in your classic or hot rod! AIR CONDITIONING SEMINAR Wednesday, May 16th 6:00pm till 8:00pm Vintage Air tech, Rick Love, will give us up to the minute information on A.C. basic principals, systems, refrigerants, compressors, condensers, evaporators and many tips to keep your car or truck cool all summer! Get the Details Here...

Moal Coachbuilders, well known as one of our industries finest car builders, has made their name by producing cars with forward looking design elements and innovative interior and body fittings and trim.  Previously these parts were only seen on Moal built cars, but now, Moal Coachbuilders are now making their custom designed product and parts lines available to Rodders for their own build projects. Take advantage of the totally new approach to the creation, design, engineering, fabrication, and machining of custom designed parts when creating your ride. Need a jack for that ground-hugging car? 

The Great folks at Edelbrock had a wonderful charity event Roger Rohrdanz was on hand....

Big Al was at a nice show in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey

   We talked with Joe Iacono of Iacono Designs this week and we expect to be doing some articles in the near future about the great work Joe does. You will see some Iacono Design creations this year on Speed Channels “Pay Back” series which starts this Thursday. Check out Joe’s website and look for more from Joe and also from Pacific Coast Customs talented Robbie Acevedo ... they are two young rodders that are doing the industry proud !

Calling Young Rodders ! You can WIN Hundreds of $$$ in prizes just for telling us your story .... send pictures of your car and tell us about yourself ...

The 2007 Hot Rod Reunion If you snoozed, you didn't lose your chance to display a street rod at the upcoming 5th annual Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion, presented by SoffSeal, June 15-17, National Trail Raceway, near Columbus, Ohio. That's the word from the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, producers of 3-day festival of rods and racing. "Although you've missed the pre-event deadline, you can still get a great spot at the Reunion," said Tony Thacker, executive director of the Parks Museum, "so come on down!" "

 Over 4,150 Vintage Cars Heading For York! They’ll all be on hand at the York Expo Center this summer as the National Street Rod Association® presents its 34th Annual Street Rod Nationals East®. The dates for the city’s largest vintage car show will be June 1, 2, 3, 2007. This will be the 27th time the NSRA Street Rod Nationals East® have been held in York and an all time high number of participants and spectators are expected this year. Almost all of the York Expo Center will be utilized for the event as well as most of the buildings, which will house over 180 manufacturer and dealer displays and other attractions.www.NSRA-USA.com 

You’re INVITED to go with Hotrodhotline.com on the Great Race !
For the time of your life .... cruisin the backroads of America with friends and enjoying big block parties at towns along the way. Start out in Concord, NC with a party at the Rousch Racing garage and run for two weeks, or start in Texas and run for the week to Anaheim, CA. It’s time to sign up NOW ... we’d love to have you join us .. Jack will be running his 34 Ford 3 -Window .... Check it out NOW

   The Right Coast Association has YOU Covered… for all the greatest shows and events on the "Right Coast" from Canada to Florida.. That awesome Syracuse Nationals is coming up soon so be sure to get registered.  You'll find family friendly, member oriented, affordable events. We;ll see you at the BIG Syracuse Nationals, Laconia, The Year One Experience, Myrtle Beach and the Eastern States Nationals …Check out the Right Coast Association .

Somernites Cruise is always FREE to participants & spectators. The "Show & Shine" offers a relaxed, family-oriented atmosphere with great cruisin' music in an entirely original setting. On the blocked off city streets of Downtown Somerset, you will have the opportunity to meet and enjoy being with other car enthusiasts as well as spectators while reminiscing about the cars on display. NEXT CRUISE  MAY 28 th

The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, Altered Gas Performance Events, LLC of Bradford Woods, PA, is bringing the Flashlight Drags®, their popular style of “Old Fashioned / Heads-Up” Drag Racing to National Trail Raceway in Columbus Ohio on Saturday night, July 14, 2007. This is the first time the event is being held in conjunction the Goodguys PPG Nationals held at the Ohio Expo Center July 13-15.The Flashlight Drags® is a family-oriented auto event open to all nostalgic or custom hotrod, street rod, muscle car, antique car, tuner car or related vehicles. It is our goal to provide the participants and spectators a chance to drag race after the Goodguys event ends on Saturday. The Flashlight Drags® will allow anyone who has built up a need for speed during their visit to 10th Goodguys PPG Nationals to watch or race the coolest, hottest and wildest vehicles on the planet at National Trail Raceway

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We have thousands of articles added each year to our site and we do keep them archived so you can find any article you may have seen in the past or you can just browse our article archives as you may have missed a great article we did in the past. 
    Check out these article archives:   Garage Shots,   Richards Corner, where we have hundreds of article from Richard Parks, son of Wally Parks, about some of our industries Racing legends and Hot Rod leaders,  Build Articles, , Rodders Row, where you can show off your ride,  Blast to the Past .  All of these are listed in our Table of contents on the Home page so you can always find lots of great articles on Hotrodhotline.  We also have many resources for Product Information like our New Products Section , and Buyers Guide

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Until then Keep Rodd’n and we hope to see you on the road this year...
Jack, Mary Ann
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