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HotrodHotLine Newsletter Nov 11, 2010

  Today is Veterans Day .... and it’s all too easy ... with our busy day to day lives ... to forget how important our Veterans and our Serving Military are to the very fiber of our Nation.   We went to a school presentation this morning at our Granddaughters school where they had an assembly to honor Veterans and Servicemen.  It is all too rare these days for our Public Schools to take the time to promote patriotism and honor for our country and our military.  We were very glad to see this in our town, and our granddaughter was chosen to give a special presentation in the assembly because she wrote a very nice “Thank You” card to be sent to a soldier in  Iraq or Afghanistan....  Be sure to remember those who served and those who died that we might have all that we enjoy today.

One of the real treats at SEMA this year, was the chance to meet and talk with Harold Johansen and see his new car which was unveiled at SEMA.  Harold is a legend in Landspeed Racing, being one of the longest continuing racers in landspeed history.  Harold ran his first race in  1950 and raced as recently as  2008.    It was great talking with Harold and car builder Adolph Kruger.... they plan to run this new car at El Mirage at the end of November.... we’ll be looking to see if they make their 200 mph !   We’re betting they will !

Well known auto theft recovery company, Lojack, now has a product designed especially for Classics,  Hot Rods, and Muscle Cars !   And... for the month of November, they are offering a killer discount to Hotrodhotline readers.   Take a look at the features and make sure your car is safe !   Then... take advantage of this DEAL !

We got a first hand look at the Accuair  E-Level control panel at SEMA along with the rest of their line ... and Jack was IMPRESSED ... this was very nice looking stuff !  The e-levelTM controller offers the ability to save three unique vehicle heights into memory at the touch of a button using TruPositionTM Height Sensors installed in each corner of your suspension. These three heights are then instantly accessible from the TouchPadTM or Rocker Switch Interface.  While parked OR driving, the system will maintain the vehicle height when loading or unloading passengers and cargo or when road conditions change while driving.  Get details here

Brice Thomas was another of our vendors at SEMA .. Get Them While They're Hot!  BT-7121 CAST TANKS Aluminum Truck Radiator is just one of their full line of products.  Brice Thomas Radiator specializes in the manufacturing of Custom, all aluminum, radiators for the antique, performance, truck and industrial radiator market>  Get info here

Holley Performance was at SEMA with Holley’s new Aluminum Street Carbs 0-1850SA & 0-80457SA are constructed from aluminum which compared to their zinc counterparts equates to a weight savings of over 5lbs each! Holley’s new aluminum 0-1850SA & 0-80457SA will hold their shine and also can be hand polished for a custom look!  Get a closer look here

This new wheel was built from the ground up by Randy at Coys Wheel.  Available in  chrome or gun metal finishes,  and in both 18 and 20 inch sizes.  The finely crafted wheels feature a smooth lip and fish eye style center logo for a very cool look. Take a look here

CPP’s New Nickel-Plated Steering U-Joints Now Available: CPP’s new nickel-plated u-joints are CNC machined and precision broached for a perfect fit. Stainless steel sealed bearing cap and nickel plating gives a polished stainless look. Works up to a 30� angle. All popular sizes available.  Take a look at these and the new “paintable steering columns” here

All EZ wiring kits use GXL 125 high temp cross linked polyethylene jacketed wire that is grease, oil, gas, and acid resistant. Each wire is labeled every 5” Its entire length so checking a circuit is EZ ! COLOR coded wire! EZ wiring is the EZ way ! Each circuit wire is labeled so you know exactly where it goes Get details on all of their kits here.

Hide that unsightly battery with this highly polished cover from J & B Microfinish.  J & B Microfinish's experienced craftsmanship is put into each piece designed and manufactured. That is why you can see their products and one off parts displayed on high-quality vehicles that are featured in hundreds of nationally recognized magazines.  Check this out.

The Mean Green Gear Reduction Starter is the answer to all of your starter problems. The Mean Green Starter provides 100% more torque than an overweight stock starter. With a 4.4 to 1 gear reduction, roller bearing support, and an integrated solenoid, the Mean Green Starter can crank any engine no matter how high its static compression. Get more details here.

Moduline can furnish your garage with cabinets AND they also have these very cool  “work stations”  Now we make it easy to add function, eliminate clutter and "Organize your garage with style!"   Take a look at the many different variations and configurations.... looks like something for that  “Santa List” to me !  LOOK

The teardrop air cleaners you see here are an exclusive O’BRIEN offering. The design is available in an open version with exposed element or a closed version that breathes from the bottom. Both styles are supplied fully polished as shown, and feature a washable lifetime cotton gauze element.  Take a closer look here.

Ron Francis Wiring was a first time exhibitor at SEMA this year.... and it was great to see them with all of their fantastic products.   Ron Francis is always innovating....   like  the Factory Five MK3 Roadster & Type 65 Coupe Kit. This chassis harness has been especially designed by RON FRANCIS WIRING and Factory Five Racing’s engineers for use in the Roadster and Coupe.  Get more information here.

Southern Performance Systems, founded in 1974, can provide you with Bragging Rights under your Hood with our years of Experience and Knowledge. We specialize in LS Series Fuel-Injected Engines that provide great Performance and still get great Gas Mileage. Looking for a 5.7L Hemi, 6.1L Hemi, or 4.6L Supercharged Cobra Engines?   Check this out...

Just finished your hot rod and need to buy a cool set of wheels huh?  Well, you have come to the right place. Wheel Vintiques manufactures billet, steel and wire wheels in a variety of sizes and shapes to fit under your newly finished project. Whatever your looking for, we have it, chrome steel wheel, polished billet wheels, and even painted or stainless wires. Look at the selection

Zigs Street Rods has a large selection of Chassis for you to choose from....   You can get any type of suspension you want and any configuration.... Check out all of your chassis options at Zigs.

Wabbits Woodworks has long been known for the fine quality of their wood dashes ... and for the huge selection.... they “Custom Make”  each dash for each customer.... so you get the perfect fit and finish for your car... Check it out.

It’s coming faster than we can believe...  the 2nd annual MCACN show.  It’s  a new show that had it’s debut in 2009 ... We were there and it was AWESOME... MUSCLE CAR Heaven is the only way to describe it.    We’ve never seen so many muscle cars of top notch quality  in one place... Check it out.

We’re so pleased to have Joe Haska and the great folks at Greybeard Promotions onboard with us.  Their Creme de la Chrome show in Denver always gets huge raves from our friends and readers !   What a great way to spend the Thanksgiving weekend ... take a trip to Denver and see some of the nicest cars in the country ... take a look and learn more here.

18 Fantastic Shows starting with Houston in November and running through April 2011.  Championship Auto Shows brings you the Autorama and World of Wheels shows you’ve known for so long.  Check out the schedule and make your plans now for the finest indoor circuit in the world.  Check it out now

Motorama Events in Harrisburg, PA in February is one fun filled event !  Big Al went last year and had a blast. Not only do they have  Hot Rods but they have Sprint Cars,  Remote Control Cars,  Bike Races and tons more.  Check it out and get a discount  by using your Hotrodhotline registration code.   Take a look

The newest and most anticipated indoor car show of the season is the NorthEast Rod and Custom Nationals. Coming to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA on March 25-27, 2011. Over 300 cars are anticipated to attend along with some special displays to include pro mods, a monster truck, and models! Some of the north east’s states finest businesses will also be in attendance! Don’t miss out on this spectacular event! Registration is open for all car owners and vendors.

NSRA has announced it’s  2011 Schedule and as always they have a fabulous year planned.  From the first show in  April in Oklahoma City to Louisville, to  York and beyond... Check out the new schedule and mark your calendars for next year.

Good Guys Rod & Custom has announced their schedule for 2011... and it looks like a winner to us !  .   The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association will stage twenty-one dynamic events in 2011. The event lineup features eighteen national events for rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage as well as three “Get-Together's” in Northern California which welcome all years   For the complete schedule  click

Stolen Car Reminder....   The owners of this awesome 32 Roadster... stolen in San Antonio Texas asked us to run it again .... we’re just hoping someone has some information.... or saw something... we need to keep our eyes peeled for this one.. Get the details here

We met Mike at the SEMA show and he told us about his  “barn find”.... WOW... this gives hope to all of us that these finds are still out there and that we may find one someday.... Check this out.

Downs Industries new 33 Laid Back Roadster that was shown in Louisville at the NSRA Street Rod Nats.... This Display Model is Now for Sale.. so take a quick look and get a great deal on this car

NEW NEW NEW   HushMat, the leader in the automotive sound deadening and thermal insulation category, announces presentation of its Universal technology in Vehicle Make, Model and Year kits.
“We have developed a proprietary method to deliver kits to cover both individual areas (Firewall, Floor, doors, roof and trunk) of over 700 vehicles .  This is SO NEW that it’s not on their website yet... so take a look and then give them a call.  Check this out

New Video from Steele Rubber... Correct gluing technique for installing weather stripping and rubber to metal  Steele Rubber Products President, Matt Agosta, and Cruise Control TV host, Britt Pope, demonstrate the correct technique for gluing rubber weather stripping to metal. Also demonstrating the easy to install Peel-n-Stick line of products Steele Rubber Products offers, on a recent "Steele Solutions" segment.  Take a look here

 WHAT IS-- Shineseal™ Aluminum Sealer ?
�What is Shineseal™?  Shineseal™ is a complicated blend of several chemicals resulting in a proprietary formulation.  �How does it work?  When Shineseal™ is applied correctly, a CHEMICAL BOND is formed on the product that it is applied on, thus NO chipping, cracking or peeling can occur.  More here

We are very pleased to have the great folks from Nu Relics Power Windows onboard with us.  Earl Cornelius has built Street Rods for over 40 years. During these years, he wanted power windows that were easy to install and worked properly - keeping the window level and straight as it went up and down. As a result, he developed a set of power windows for his 1940 Ford using the original manual regulator as the base for the power window. It was not long before his friends wanted these wonderful power windows for their cars too. Thus the establishment of Nu-Relics.   They now have over 300 models !

LoJack, the company that invented the stolen vehicle recovery market, recently announced the availability of LoJack for Classics, a stolen vehicle recovery system that is specially designed to meet the unique requirements of classic cars, muscle cars and hot rods. For the month of November ONLY they are offering a HUGE discount for Hotrodhotline readers.. learn more

Motorama Events in Harrisburg, PA in February is one fun filled event !  Big Al went last year and had a blast. Not only do they have  Hot Rods but they have Sprint Cars,  Remote Control Cars,  Bike Races and tons more.  Check it out and get a discount  by using your Hotrodhotline registration code.   Take a look

The newest and most anticipated indoor car show of the season is the NorthEast Rod and Custom Nationals. Coming to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA on March 25-27, 2011. Over 300 cars are anticipated to attend along with some special displays to include pro mods, a monster truck, and models! Some of the north east’s states finest businesses will also be in attendance! Don’t miss out on this spectacular event! Registration is open for all car owners and vendors.

The Old Dog is here! Your Source for a complete line of street rod parts to satisfy your needs. Old Dog Street Rods carries products that will help take you from project car to prize possession. If you are starting at the beginning, Old Dog Street Rods can also supply you with frames, bodies, and engines. Old Dog Street Rods is committed to getting you out of the garage and on the road. This commitment comes from fellow street rod-owners and builders. See how we can help you with your project ! 

FPM Metals is a leader in the production and development of "Pattern Polished Metals" for automotive and architectural applications. Dashboards and firewalls of the 1930's were common places where this finishing style could be found. They now have brought this once tedious process of engine turning into the 21st century and expanded on it to include an inspiring array of patterns for your auto or show room applications. Contact FPM Metals

Are you proud of your great street rod or pristine restoration? Shouldn't your license plate be just as spectacular? RestoreATag, the premiere tag restoration company, uses a unique process that makes even the ugliest, rustiest tag an beauty to behold. Regardless of your state, we can restore an existing tag or create a vanity tag just for you. We can restore an existing plate or Custom Build on for you! The options are  endless!   Check us out here

Now Sponsoring Our Garage Shots Section !

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,  While they still specialize in custom hot rod interiors, they now have their own line of hot rod seating and interior parts and accessories. With all of their products geared towards the hot rod enthusiast that demands products with good looks and functionality, Krist Kustoms has become a trend-setter in the hot rod interior market.

The Mean Green Gear Reduction Starter is the answer to all of your starter problems. The Mean Green Starter provides 100% more torque than an overweight stock starter. With a 4.4 to 1 gear reduction, roller bearing support, and an integrated solenoid, the Mean Green Starter can crank any engine no matter how high its static compression. Get details here.

Saber Cabinets are heavy duty metal cabinets offered at a 40%-50% discount to other comparable high-end metal cabinets.  Our cabinets are not the light-weight, flimsy cabinets sold at Big Box stores.  With solid steel construction and double wall panels, Saber Cabinets can handle all of your work area and storage needs.  By selling Factory Direct to the customer we are able to offer our cabinets at low prices without compromising quality.  For details  look here..

This gives you an idea of how SEMA went !

Tons of people and lots of cool cars and great products... Big Al,  Jay Bernard,  Bart Mitchell, John Stimac,  Peter Freydburger and Art Hall all sent in great pictures from the show.   We’ll have a New Product article and some more pics from Hotrodhotline soon.

Many people have stopped by our booth at SEMA to say what a fantastic Idea the new Real Estate Section is....   we’ve received several emails from readers who say they are looking for  “car guy” homes in different states and are glad to see us listing them here.      Check out the latest listings and if YOU have a car enthusiast home to sell... We have the audience you are trying to reach !   This section has only been live for 3 weeks and we already have one house that we think is sold !   Take a look here

Hotrod Hotline’s  34 Ford 3-W

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
 

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