Roddings Largest Online Magazine HotrodHotLine Newsletter
March 12 2008

“Ferrambo” got the judges attention with it’s 3.6 V8 Ferrari engine and the extreme detail put into this car by the guys at Divers Street Rods in Startup, WA

  Well the big story this week was the Detroit Autorama and the Ridler Winner ... this years winner was Mike Warn of Wilsonville, OR with his 60 Rambler Wagon powered by a Ferrari Engine....  what a work of art this car is ....  Hotrodhotline.com was the FIRST to announce the winner thanks to our Reporter “Big Al”  aka “Scoop” Liebmann the minute the announcements were made .... Al got hundreds of pictures at the show from the basement to the show floor and every nook and cranny in between ....  Then we also got coverage from Ray Schuler, Bob Steinhaus, Tom Jutkowski, Bernie Perrault, Ron Kregowski, and Fuzzy Fuerholzer.. Every inch of the show was covered by the Hotrodhotline Crew.... THANKS GUYS.... GREAT JOB.... Take a look !

Rods, Customs and Muscle Cars .... we sell them ALL.. some of these cars sold in just a few days ! 

Heidts quality products are engineered with one simple concept in mind: Today's serious street rodders shouldn't have to accept anything less than a great ride and superb handling from their design. Independent Front Suspension (IFS) has become the industry standard for street rods. With a Heidts IFS you put real dollar value in your car. Heidts Hot Rod Shop is the recognized industry leader in Independent Front Suspension Systems engineering the ultimate, the lowest and the smoothest ride in the industry today. You won’t believe the value added standard features.. Check out their complete line today

CCM Rod Shop—machining the parts and accessories that GET YOUR CAR NOTICED!" -- product applications for nostalgic vehicle designs to contemporary. All items are beautifully-custom machined products and accessories out of solid pieces of Aluminum; using newer technology for improved production. CCM Rod Shop Products are not CAST! CCM’s goal is to produce the highest quality products at a price everyone can afford— Look at these awesome products....

Advanced Plating is the source for show quality chrome plating. Plating on all types of material, Steel, Aluminum, Brass & Potmetal. We offer Chrome, Copper, Nickel, 24kt. Gold, Black Chrome, Satin & Brushed finishes, Powder Coating and plating on some plastic & fiberglass. Difficult Bumper, grill repair & Potmetal Restoration a specialty. Look for our work on award winning cars. Our customers include: Lokar, Superbell, Heidts, Ididit, Mavel, Hagan, Comp Cams and many others. All parts are triple plated. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

HOT AUGUST NIGHTS in Reno and Sparks Nevada is once again fast approaching. With over 55,000 sq feet & over 320 booths filling up quickly, The Big Boy’s Toy Store has developed into a premier ‘MUST SEE’ venue during Hot August Nights. With free admission and air conditioned comfort. There are acres of items to look at; the largest swap meet in the West, the Nostalgia fair, outdoor swap area or one of our three car corrals, both indoor and outdoor. Vendors this is the place you want to be seen.  Check it out

GARAGE ART ! - ''THE SOURCE FOR YOUR ULTIMATE GARAGE''. Vintage hot rod, drag racing, motorcycle, gas and oil signs. Neon signs, clocks, hot rod, muscle car art, calendars and more. Garage gifts and garage gift ideas. Gift Certificates available. If you did not find what you were looking for - then e-mail us as we may have your item in stock. We make every effort to ship your order within 36 hours on all stocked product. Garage Art has a 100% satisfaction guarantee-we live by it!

We are very pleased to have Steve’s Auto Restoration online with us ... .. and proud to introduce his NEW ALL STEEL 34 3-Window Coupe... this is a perfect reproduction, die stamped to exacting specs... read all about it at Steves Auto Restorations and order yours NOW

 Are winter chemicals and brake dust ruining your wheels ??  Never fear .... Wheel Shield is here... Check out the fantastic products at Pit Stop International ...They have a full line of car care products and  they’re all 100% guaranteed . Check it out Now

Dolphin Instruments has a style and color gauge set to compliment any custom interior, featuring the finest air core movements available, glare free lighting, stylish curved glass lenses and polished stainless or gold bezels. The electronic sets include a fully programmable electronic speedometer for easy calibration with any tire size/axle ratio. FOR MORE

EZ Wiring. Bringing you the best harness for the best price. Harnesses are universal and can fit just about any application. We use top quality gxl cross linked polyethylene jacketed wire to resist heat, oil and water. Every wire in each kit is labeled every 5 inches to make your installation as easy as possible. Our harnesses include an EZ to follow instruction manual as well as tech support.

  Wheels,  Engines, Brackets ... and Lot’s more ..... we’ve got lots of parts at Hotrodhotline.com  Check it out and then List Yours here too
Help a fellow rodder with the parts he needs and clean out your shop ! !

At Jegs you can get anything from the smallest item to High Performance parts from manufacturers like Edelbrock ... with FREE shipping to your door in 1-2 Days .... then you also get Jegs 100% satisfaction guarantee.... Why wouldn’t you buy your parts at JEGS ?  Check out all the latest dealts now..
www.JEGS.com

Timeless Rods offers turn key cars AND rolling chassis
... The Model 32C 32 Ford Chassis offers an original style non-bobbed perimeter which will accommodate an original type external fuel tank, choice of Heidt’s IFS or Pete and Jakes straight axle front end and a choice of 8 “ Ford 9” Ford or Currie polished rear end... Take a LOOK

Now available from GMP Diecast... One of the most recognizable 32 roadsters built... The So Cal Roadster can be yours. The detail and workmanship on this limited edition die cast is remarkable... Check it out.

502  Big Block Chevy Engines from the Engine Factory are IN STOCK.... beef up your hot rod or muscle car now with a TURNKEY engine ..... these engines start right out of the crate.  Many options and HP combinations to choose from... we’re the worlds largest producer of Muscle Car and Hot Rod Engines ....
Check out www.MuscleCarEngines.com 

At Fatman Fabrication We continually listen and watch the hot rod market to find new items needed by rodders. We are unique as a major manufacturer in that we still have an active installation shop. By doing work for customers, we are able to develop new products and improve existing ones. The inevitable variations between productions cars are investigated in our desire to be able to answer the same questions you encounter on your own projects.  Take a look at our Online Catalog

When picking a column, it is important that you know exactly what you are looking for. ididit, inc. offers many different types of columns for many different vehicles. The experts at IDIDIT, Inc. have every steering column you may want... Take a look

TurnPro Magnetic Finger, a snug, stretchy finger glove with a powerful magnet under the surface of the index fingertip has slowly but steadily gone from several thousand internet sales to national distribution over the past three years.  This amazing but simple invention is just what every home builder and pro builder needs ...  Now you can buy it at many catalog, internet, and retail outlets... Get the scoop on the Magnetic Finger...

These Classic design Switch Kits from Ron Francis Wiring are just OUTSTANDING ... Jack Lawford of HRHL just put a set in his 64 Sprint Convertible and they look awesome... This is a perfect way to get a classy look when installing your new instrument panel. Check it out

From the drawing board to the mill, automotive designer Jason Rushforth is proud to debut Rushforth Wheels. With heavy emphasis put on design, and function, these two piece forged billet wheels are offered in diameters ranging from 17” to 24” in custom bolt patterns, width, offsets, and finishes. Finish options include brushed, powder coated, fully polished, and our exclusive “smoked titanium” as debuted on the DW Motorsports 1967 Chevelle at the 2007 SEMA show Take a Look

Steele Rubber Productshas been producing quality restoration parts for 50 years. Don’t take chances by ordering rubber parts and weatherstripping from a name you don’t know. With a huge inventory of big and small parts, expert assistance, and customer-friendly policies, only Steele provides a “Complete Solution” for restoring and protecting your vehicle. From windshield gaskets to rubber grommets, Steele has the parts for your car... CLICK HERE

From Stewart Warner  Fuel level gauge for use with 240-33.5 Ohm fuel level senders or sensors. Use your matching OE sender or select one Stewart Warner's 240 Ohm float arm senders or IntelliSensor. Polished stainless stepped bezel. Silver brushed center with blue ring. Perimeter Check out the complete line. CLICK HERE.

Zoops Products is proud to announce the introduction of our new line of Patent Pending Pro-Touring Billet Muscle Car Grills. A complete line is in the making but to start with we have, ready for sale, Billet Grills for 1967 Chevelle and SS Chevelle, 1970 Chevelle and SS Chevelle, 1969 Camaro and SS Camaro, and 1969 Camaro RS/SS. These grills are manufactured from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and polished to a high luster Take a LOOK

 The folks at STREETRIDE PRO have all you need to get your rod or muscle car down on the ground... easy to understand and install ... with lots of technical information and an FAQ section on their website along with Toll FREE Tech Help to help you decide what you need for your car and then to get it in your car... Great folks and a great product... Check it out NOW

Painless Performance has a BRAND NEW WEB CATALOG ... Take a look and check out all of the products featured, then you can order online or call the folks at Painless for any help you may need selecting the right product for your project..... Check it out.

NEW at HOTRODHOTLINE..."Upholsterers Corner ... A Stitch in Time" is a Q & A column By Ron Fryer. Ron will share his vast knowledge and 38 years of experience as an professional Upholsterer doing restoration and custom work. He will answer any questions you may have relating to upholstery for any type of vehicle.. Take a look and then send Ron your questions.... Click Here

Anpac Insurance has a great program where they choose one of their policy holders vehicles as “Car of the Month” each month. Take a look at this months choice and while you’re there check out some of the best Insurance coverage available for your Rod or Classic.  Protect your Investment .... 

With Over 600 Products available ONLINE, So Cal Speed Shop Los Angeles is THE place to go for all the cool So Cal Gear .... AND those parts made famous by the innovators at So Cal ... You can give the guys a call if you need help or you can order online.. and if you’re in the area .... Stop by and see what’s Happening !

We have a great article showing the ENTIRE Installation process using Hushmat product on a 68 Firebird at NW Classics. You can see exactly step by step how EASY it is to make your car soundproof and eliminate heat transfer ... Take a look while the NW crew installs HUSHMAT ...

We have HUNDREDS of pics from Detroit....!
The famous cars and the celebrities...

John Stimac with his new best friend at Bakesfield

The March Meet was a great way to kick off the Heritage Series!

  It’s HERE.... this weekend ... The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association will kick off its 26th event season March 15 & 16 at the fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, CA for the 2nd Orange County Get-Together. The event welcomes all years, makes & models of American powered cars & trucks. Event attractions include the show & shine, vendor exhibits, an automotive swap meet and cars for sale corral, the ‘Street Challenge” Autocross, cruising lanes, live entertainment and more automotive fun!

FIVE Big Shows in March for Championship Auto Shows... This week is the Detroit Autorama.... we’ll be watching for the Ridler winner...  This has been a great season with some of the finest cars in our industry on display... There’s more at Greenbay, Cincinnati, Omaha and Winnipeg.. Check it OUT

ATTENTION ... All  CAROLINA Rodders....Saturday, March 29th., 2008: Cripple Dog Hot Rods Open Car & Bike Show!Buffalo South -- Folly Road--James Island5 P.M. to 8 P.M. rain or shine! Registration 12 noon to 5 p.m. day of show only! Live Bands, Beer Tent, Cripple Dog Girls & A Lot More! All Car Clubs Welcome! $20 Entry Fee (Includes admission for 2)  What a great way to start off the Season ... For Info Click Here

The National Street Rod Association has announced it’s show schedule for 2008. First on the lineup Oklahoma City on April 4-6th and Bakersfield April 25-27th  We want to remind you that four of the NSRA shows are now open to cars 30 years old and older .... So check out that new schedule and plan on making some of those great NSRA events next year .... Click Here for all the Dates. 

The Right Coast Association has a great line up for 2008 .... Starting with the Year One Event in May right through the Myrtle Beach Fall Classic... Lot’s of shows...The Right Coast folks put on great events so be sure to check out the 2008 Schedule and get your registrations in early....

Planning your show schedule for this season ... don’t forget that great Hot August Nights event ... Lots going on there ....  an Awwesome Swap Meet,  Big Boys Toys Exhibit Center and the Peppermill show... Check out all that’s going on  CLICK HERE

 Don’t forget.... at Hotrodhotline.com .... The DOCTOR is IN !  Our Hot Rod M.D. section is a hugely valuable source of information on many technical matters that will help you with your projects. We have all sorts of installation articles,  FAQ’s about wiring, air ride, tire and wheel sizing, body and paint work and lots more. Our “In House Expert” is Jim Clark, first editor of Streetrodder Magazine and editor of the Tex Smith line of How To Books. We also have articles from many industry experts ..Take a look at the Hot Rod M.D. . 

33 Willys

61 Lincoln

We love to hear from you so if you have any comments or Questons.... Just email us or give us a call !  877-700-2468

EMAIL US NOW

Jack Lawfords 34 Ford

Until Next Time
 Keep Rodd’n and we hope to see you on the road this year...
Jack, Mary Ann
and the Staff at Hotrodhotline
 

HRHL “Road Van”