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October 13, 2011, 2011

   We have a new article  from the Hot Rod M.D. this week... Jim Clark is installing an aftermarket steel door on his 32 Roadster.  You’ll find a lot of tips here... so take a look at this new article ... then check out the rest of the articles we have... there’s lots to learn that will help you with your winter projects.    Check it out here

For All  Your TECH INFO  Needs... The Hot Rod MD

Tex Smith has a few words about the “rat rod” phenomena .....  uhhh ohhhh....  and he also has some overstock on some of his most popular books that he will be selling from their Oregon location....  Check it out here..

This is a  “trade only “ show so the only people allowed in are people who own businesses or work in the Auto Industry ....    

     We just heard from our friends at Superior Glass Works that they will have their fantastic new  Superior 54  Sport Wagon  at the SEMA Show...   You can learn more about this very cool looking car and it’s appearance at SEMA  here...

For details on the show www.SemaShow.org

ACCU AIR  The e-Level Air Management Packages (AMP) bring together all of the highest quality components available to operate your Air Springs in one easy to order part number.  Chose between one or two compressors for lightning fast recovery times.  This package includes the e-Level Electronic Leveling System with Rocker Switch Interface, VU4 Solenoid Valves, (1 or 2) Viair 400C Compressor(s), 5-Gallon Aluminum Air Tank, Aluminum Air-Filter, and D.O.T. Pluming Kit.  Get Complete Details Here

B & M Racing New SFI approved flexplates for the newest Camaro, Mustang, and Challenger!    If you are planning on taking any of your modern muscle cars to the drag strip for some competition, these are a MUST HAVE.   Get the details here

ENGINE FACTORY has been building quality engines since 1969.  .. You can see and  hear over  75 of our Engines actually RUNNING  on Video... Go to  www.EngineFactory.com  and click on the VIDEOS  link...then pick your engine !  You can also see our quality machine work and all of the engines we have available.  Take a look here

Classic Performance Products In an exclusive partnership with Brembo Brakes, CPP is now an exclusive supplier for GM AFX Muscle Car disc brake kits from Brembo. Brembo engineering produces Zero-Off-Pedal Drag on rotors from pads. The Billet Aluminum Bells with Brembo “Float” bushings allow the disc to seek its true centerline for consistent braking performance. Floating Disc design reduces heat and stress transfer to wheel bearings and hubs. Take a Look Here

Zigs Street Rods... Featured Product... 1953-56 Ford Pickup Chassis, Double A-Arm Independent, coil-over shock, rack and pinion steering   12" Disc w/ Internal Parking Brake .  Get a closer look and complete details by clicking here

O’Brien Truckers  offers 9 Different Header Caps Nice thick Finned Aluminum Header Block Off Caps for triangular, round and square header flanges. These come either as cast or with the edges and fin tips polished. Look great painted to match or compliment your engine or car color   Take a Closer Look Here

Brice Thomas Aluminum Radiator on SALE
Custom Dodge Radiator   1970 TO 1972 DODGE CHARGER 6.2, 6.6, 7.0, 7.2 MODINE 375, 1970 TO 1972 CHALLENGER     Click Here for SALE Prices

The House of Kolor Digital Paint booth has always been amazing... but NOW ... they are introducing a new version at the SEMA show that is really over the top. We had a chance to see a demo at the NSRA Show in LVille... and we know you’re going to love it.  Check out the original version and bookmark their site for the new one or stop by and see them at SEMA . Check it out

EZ Wiring  also offers  BIllet Accessories and Parts..  like these very cool Wiper Arms in various sizes and styles...  Take  A look Here

 Holley Performance Products is proud to announce their LS 2X4 Dual Plane Mid-Rise intake Manifolds for fuel injected and carbureted engines. The technology of the LS pushrod engine is now mated with the impressive multi-carb looks and performance of the muscle-car era.  Get Complete Details Here

JB Microfinish  "Highway Star" Series "G" Shifter       With the popularity of the 5 and 6 speed manual transmissions being set up and installed in hot rods of the current era, we have decided to design and manufacture an adjustable billet shifter handle
   For a closer Look  Click Here

Krist Kustoms  Hot Rod Upholstery  and Seating StreamLine Hot Rod Seats
We have totally revamped our line of seats for 2011. If you have used our seats before, you will notice the slight changes in the side profile dimensions below. We have slimmed down our foam a little. We now build all of our bench seats to order. Take a look at how we put these seats together and all of the options

New Garage Cabinet Combinations available from Moduline!  Now we make it easy to add function, eliminate clutter and "Organize your garage with style!"   
 Moduline Garage Storage Cabinet Combinations include: Completely enclosed modular aluminum cabinets  Completely assembled for easy installation.  Take a Look at your Options... and DRESS UP YOUR SHOP THIS WINTER...

Old Air Products  The Underdash A/C Systems are slightly less expensive units that can be installed directly under the dash. If you want to keep your factory Heater, or you just prefer the look of the underdash unit, then an Underdash A/C Sytem might be right for you.   All of our Underdash Systems are build around the same core components. The only difference is the way the front looks. Check out the different styles

Wheel Vintiques   With over 50 different caps and accessories and 100 plus wheel styles Wheel Vintiques has the most diverse product line in the industry and it’s growing everyday.  Since 1993, we have been delivering the largest selection of stock steel wheels, billet wheels, wire wheels and accessories to the automotive enthusiast.  Check out our line here

Butch’s Cool Stuff  includes a full line of quality made parts .. including a line of  Engine and Transmission Mounts for many different makes and years... Check out  all of  your choices here.

Concept One Small Block Chevy Victory Series Pulley Systems   The Small Block Chevy Victory Series pulley system is designed to keep the A/C compressor, alternator and power steering pump tucked within the boundary of the engine block. These kits are intended to fit a wide variety of applications from street rods to late model trucks . Get all the details here

Double R Trailers   makes some of the nicest trailers you’ll find ...  you can design your trailer to include any option you need... you can design the interior,  the exterior design and paint scheme... Take a look at all of the options here... These trailers are really  NICE

 Speedway Motors says...Declare your independence from outdated buggy-spring front suspensions with the new Bolt-In IFS Crossmember for 1935-40 Fords from Speedway Motors.  Speedway Motors’ new Bolt-In IFS Crossmember for 1935-40 Fords allows the average enthusiast to install a proven Mustang II-style independent front suspension using only basic hand tools.   Get the details here

At IEDLS  We have redesigned the drive shafts for the 1958 though 1964 Chevrolets to be compatible with today’s more powerful engines..This photo  shows our stock replacement shaft set. It uses the stock, 1.25 inch bearing stub. Since these are no longer available, we reproduce them using 4130 steel. This set also features the 7075 T-6 center support bearing we designed and manufacture. In addition this set comes with a telescoping rear shaft to absorb length changes caused by suspension movement.  Learn More Here

Our exclusive Peel-N-Stick weatherstripping can be used just about any place on your vehicle. With our easy-to-use peel-n-stick adhesive backing, simply cut-to-size and fit to the areas that need to be sealed. These general use parts are made from the same quality rubber found in all of our parts. Check it out here

Monster Transmission presents  the 700R4 HD Transmission Master Conversion Package 2WD    The Master Conversion Package was designed for customers that are looking to convert their old 2 or 3 speed to the popular 700R4 Automatic Overdrive.
Get the details here

HushMat vibration damping, thermal insulation, sound absorption and tape materials create a Quiet, Cool & Comfortable ride.  HushMat is manufactured right here in the USA.    Restoring a MuscleCar? Building a Street Rod? Installing a Sound System in your vehicle?    Take a Look at  Hushmat ULTRA    Here

At GM Performance Motors, "Our most economical big-block crate engine delivers muscle car-era performance GM Performance Parts’ 454 HO crate engine is a classic in its own time. It offers enthusiasts an affordable Big-Block combination with performance specs that will make you think it’s 1970 all over again—with 425 horsepower and 500 asphalt-wrinkling pound-feet of torque.  Get the details here

Good Guys Rod & Custom Assoc. has two BIG Events in November...  the Autumn Get-Together in Pleasanton is always a great show ...  and due to popular demand... they will have a NEW  Fall show in Del Mar ... which is a fabulous place for a car show.. Get the details and make your November plans  NOW...

The Somernites FINAL Cruise is coming up in October, finishing up with a HUGE  Tri FIVE Rally with Danchuck on the scene with all of their fantastic Tri Five stuff. .     Bring your TRI FIVE and join the fun to end the season.  This is a FREE event with activities for the whole family. Check it out now www.Somernitescruise.com

Nostalgia Racin’, racin’ and more racin’ like the good ol’ days.   Three action-packed days of nostalgic drag racing keeps the grandstands at Auto Club Famoso Raceway jammed. As many as 300 racers in Nostalgia Top Fuel, Nostalgia Funny Car, A/Fuel, Junior Fuel, 7.0 Pro, A/Gas, Nostalgia Eliminator, A/FX and Exhibition battle it out for the Reunion championship. The Reunion is also the season finale of the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series. It’s a weekend you don’t want to miss

Don’t walk… Run! To the Monster Car Show and don’t forget your pumpkin because it’s on Halloween weekend in  Brooksville,  Florida. One of the largest annual Car, Truck, and Bike Shows in the south, featured on the SPEED Channel. This year’s event is on Saturday October 29, 2011. Tons of prizes, over 100 Monster size trophies, live music, food, and fun for the whole family.  Get the details here

NSRA’s  schedule for 2011 still has the Tampa Show this year ... but they already have the 2012 Schedule ready ... so Make your Plans Now for  NSRA  in 2012

Cool Autumn Nites in Beaumont Texas !   Mark the calender and circle the dates! October 21-22-23, 2011  Open run car, truck and bike show Outdoor Movie Friday Night  Cruise Night Fri. & Sat. Top 50 trophies & other categories  Live Band - 50/50 Pot - Games Event T-Shirts, Goody Bags and  Door Prizes for participants.  For all of the details visit our  website

The East Coast Indoor Nats is already gearing up for this years show in December. Over 300 cars are expected for an event full of fun for the family. This is the time to get in on the ground floor for planning to show your car, or to participate as a vendor or sponsor... One of the most popular events in the East Coast lineup... this is always a WINNER... Check it out here

It’s time to start thinking about  2012 and the BIG Indoor shows that are coming up ... Grand National Roadster Show is already in full swing with lots of fantastic features planned.  This year’s theme is  “Back to the Future”  How cool is that ?     You can make your plans now to be a part of this great show...  We can’t wait to get there.   Check it out and register now

There is SO MUCH planned for Sacramento Autorama in 2012,  One big NEW feature will be the Club Building with over 200 club members participating... Suede Palace,  Pinstripers... and of course the Koolest Kustoms on the planet...   Check it out and register now

It’s the 80th Birthday for the 32 Ford and the Petersen Museum is celebrating BIG TIME ...  Deuce Week will be devoted to the celebration and Hotrodhotline.com is proud to be sponsoring the event.   Every day brings a different event...  Rod Shop Tours,  Concerts,  Hot Rod Roundtable... and SO MUCH MORE... Register NOW

Fast Times Rods Current Shop Projects
Here you can find some of the cars we are working on at the moment and some we have recently finished…and a few that well…..they’re just pretty cool. We do far more than just the replicas you see on our home page.  We do many front end conversions (IFS to Straight Axle and vice versa)  as well as rear ends, disc brake conversions, chop tops, front halfs, back halfs and about any type of metal fabrication you can dream of... Check out some of our current projects

Bo’s Hot Rod Shop just finished building the very last mold needed for their 100% custom-built Willis Truck....  and....     It's beautiful!     We are excited to announce that we are now accepting orders for our turn-key Willis Trucks.   Take a closer look then give us a call or email for complete details...   Check it out

NEW FEATURE....  LoJack Offers Early Warning Notification Feature to Protect Classic Cars & Other Specialty Vehicles in the Event of Theft .  Notification Alerts Owners if Vehicle is Moved Without Permission; Reduces Time Between Theft Discovery and Vehicle Recovery .  Get the details here....

NEW - EARLY
WARNING   FEATURE

Do you really want to go fast and out-handle everyone else on the autocross or road race course in your first generation camaro? Full independent rear suspension is the only way to go. HEIDTS Hot Rod & Muscle Car Parts now has a High Horsepower Independent Rear Suspension bolt-In Package that will do the job just fine. It is a true high horsepower package, with upper links and heavy duty CV joints. The upper link produces - .5� of camber curve at 3/4 of bump, especially during very high cornering loads.  Get the details here

Wondering what to do with that old tired dash ? At Main Street Custom Finishing, we take your old, stock, metal dash and laminate it with a beautiful wood veneer of your choice. You don’t have to paint your dash... turn it into a thing of beauty which will perfectly set off your interior ..... turn it into a wood dash. We can also veneer a fiberglass dash for you, seat backs, door inserts, consoles, and many other parts of your cars interior.

See what we did to THIS DASH ....

Classic Rods Now Sells Classic Instruments Gauges   We stock standard models and we can also help you with Custom gauges. Do you like the look of the gauge, but want a different pointer or maybe a different bezel? Give us a call and we'll help you get that one of a kind gauge for your one of kind ride! We offer competitive prices and Free shipping! Check us out today.

Timeless Rods   “Driver Series”
Our Drivers Series cars offer the same quality and workmanship found in our award winning Show series cars. By offering fewer options and manufacturing in an assembly line atmosphere we are able to offer show quality cars at driver car prices Take a closer look here

HEMI  HEMI HEMI ...  If you’ve got one, you know how hard it is to find a good source for your parts ...  Well search no more...  Hot Heads has everything you need for your Hemi ... and they’re great folks who can help you decide exactly what you need... Whether it’s a Dodge,  Chrysler,  Plymouth, De Soto  ... if it’s a HEMI - We’re the people to contact... Take a loot

Performance Suspension Technology has been the #1 name in musclecar suspension since 1984. We offer a complete line of Front End Rebuild Kits that save time and money by providing a complete, all-in-one package. Our Original Performance Front End Kits restore your musclecar’s front end to factory standards, and our world-famous POLYGRAPHITE® Front End Kits offer a stiffer, near-zero deflection bushing to significantly improve your handling.  Check out our entire line here

Get 10% OFF until Oct. 31. from Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation (SSBC) leads the aftermarket industry in offering performance disc brake conversion and upgrade kits for a variety of vehicles. Classic Muscle Cars, Trucks,compact, 1/2, 3/4 and 1 Ton applications, SUV's, Jeeps, Late Model Performance Vehicles, Street Rods & Customs, Sport Compacts,   Get Details Here

Ricks Tanks is the countrys premier manufacturer of hand crafted stainless steel tanks. Whether your project requires basic features, or technical chambering with staged multiple pumps you can rest assure your product will be hand made with the highest of standards and concourse quality. We have an extensive product line of production fuel tanks specializing in but not limited to mid 50s through early 70s muscle cars, and trucks.

We welcome the Petersen Museum online with us ... to tell you all about the 80th Anniversary of the 32 Ford to be held in conjunction with Deuce Week at the Petersen.  This week long event has many really fantastic daily events planned.  Registration just opened so check it all out and make your plans now.  

Awesome Trailers...  That’s what you’ll get  at Double R Trailers where they build your trailer to your specs... Great designs ... top craftsmen ... and great prices..  Built  one at a time in Idaho ...  Check out all of your options then call Double R to talk about your trailer needs.   You’ll be glad you did...  Check it out here

Carol and I founded "Butch's Rod Shop" in 1975 and built it into one of the largest HotRod and Custom Car parts stores in the nation. forced to sell the business in March of 1999. Well, a few years later I got the old back fixed and am feeling much better! After years of just hanging around at shows we decided to go back into the business and in 2010 we re-opened as Butch’ s Cool Stuff!  Check us out here...

This is way cool.. ADULT  Soap Box Derby in Connecticut ... from Richard Lindsey

Joe Ballion ... the father of Candy Paint ... had a get together and Fred Childers was there

Milan Drags from Jim Madigan

Roddn on the River from John Stimac

Michael Corazelli got some great shots at NSRA Sacramento

Fuzzy was at the Hot Rod Barn Show

We also want to remind you about our  EMPLOYMENT Ads .... If you have a job opening in the auto industry this is a great place to advertise it ...  we have many talented people in our readership who may be looking for a job.Check it out here

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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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