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Roddings Largest Online Magazine
HotrodHotLine Newsletter
Sept 15, 2011
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Tex Smith will be leaving the mainland soon and invites all of you to travel to Hawaii for A Drag Holiday.... he says there’s a lot for Hot Rodders to love there... So check it out and maybe you’ll meet Tex for lunch !.. Read the story here
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Bill Neumann has been working on his 32 Coupe for a bit... he found it here on Hotrodhotline.com and then the fun began ! Bill KNOWS HOW to build a cool car and this one is nothing short of spectacular ! We/ve been following the build every step of the way and we just got the Final Pics this week... Check out the finished product and see how it all went together. GREAT WORK Bill .... Hope to see you soon.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE for those lucky guys headed out to the Good Guys Show at the Brickyard this weekend. There’s some roadwork going on so the folks at Good Guys wanted to give you the details on a Detour to help you out. Get the info here.
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ACCU AIR e-Level™ Air Suspension Controller
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. This is a fantastic system...
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The B&M Shift Improver Kit the easiest way to get the stout performance you've always wanted out of your automatic transmission - and you get two modes of performance to select from: Heavy Duty, or Street/Strip. It's our least expensive and simplest to install kit. All you need are a few dollars and some hand tools! In the space of an afternoon, you can turn your transmission into a B&M-tuned unit!. Learn all about it here
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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
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Classic Performance Products NEW...This high quality direct bolt-in brake assist system is designed to upgrade your manual or vacuum assisted brakes with a powerful and compact modern hydraulic assist unit. Using all new parts, this unit puts out 1300psi at the wheels. Learn more here
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Zigs Street Rods...Shocks and Shock Kits
Our shock kits enable the installation of tube shocks on 28-48 Fords. The 28-34 kits include stamped and folded upper brackets (weld-on or bolt-on), lower shock mounts, shocks (14-1/2" open, 9-1/2" closed), hardware and instructions
Check out our shock kits here
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Are you restoring a ’50’s era (or earlier) 6 Volt model and ready for 12 Volt power, but still want to keep some of those 6 Volt features? Do you have some cool factory gauges, or want to keep some power-hungry options such as power windows or seats in 6 Volt, but haven’t found a voltage reducer that can handle it? Ron Francis Wiring’s new Magnum VR-10 Voltage Reducer is capable of handling 6 Volt equipment others can’t. Look here
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O’Brien Truckers has a large line of Valve Covers, like these Buick Nailhead models. Check out the variety of valve covers and all the other cool stuff at O’Brien Truckers.... they’re great people ! Look
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Brice Thomas Aluminum Radiators are available for a wide range of makes and models. This 1932 Ford Radiator With Outlet In The Center And Chevrolet Engine Stamped Tanks is just one example of their line. Check it out here...
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Coys Wheel....Specializing in Hot Rod & Muscle Car Wheels Check out Coys line of C-5 Wheels
It includes many variations on the C-5 design designed specifically by Randy Coy. See them here
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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
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EZ Wiring Our Most Popular! Full size fuses and Fuse Box 12 Standard Kit. 12 Fuses 12 Circuit
Turn signal, hazard, headlight, ACC, fan wiper, AC/Heat, Gauges, Coil Brake, Radio, Horn. Learn about these and all of the other EZ Wiring Kits here
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Holley 600 CFM Four Barrel Aluminum Street Carburetor. Holley's new 0–80457SA is constructed from aluminum which compared to its zinc counterpart equates to a weight savings of over 5lbs. Get all of the details and specs here
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JB Microfinish “Traditional Series” 46-48 Ash Tray Knobs The original upper dash ash tray knobs for the 46-48 Ford were made of plastic and through the years, from sunlight, they have deteriorated and changed color and/or broke and fell apart. This is why we are introducing billet aluminum replacements for these years of cars, machined with the same basic shape of the originals to keep the traditional theme intact.
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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
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Modulines modular 100% aluminum cabinets are the car enthusiasts top choice for fashionable yet rugged tool and storage cabinets. Designed by racers and all around car buffs, their evolution is the result of years of use in their personal garages as well as in over-the-road vehicles. The modular design allows freedom of choice in selecting just the right pieces for your particular needs. Check it out here
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Old Air Products Complete HURRICANE®
Rear A/C System HURRICANE Trunk Units HURRICANE® Trunk AC Units can be installed as auxillary units in larger vehicles or mounted in the rear of smaller cars that do not have enough space inside the dash for a traditional A/C unit. Check it out here
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Timeless Rods specializes in Turn Key Street Rods as well as 100% Complete Packages, Partial Packages, Bodies and Chassis. We have several 32 Ford chassis and frame packages to choose from.
Take a look at our packages here.
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Heidts Get the best handling for your 67-69 & 70-73 Camaro and 64 1/2-70 Mustang HEIDTS PRO-G Independent Suspension kit. The best riding and handling IRS to combine with your PRO-G Subframe to make your Camaro or Mustang a true Auto Cross competitor. Take a closer look here
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Wheel Vintiques 13 Series Smoothie (Chrome Outer/Bare Center) All Wheel Vintiques Inc. billet wheels are custom made to order. Standard back-spacing will vary by size. However, there may be some flexibility. Special back-spacing to be determined at time of order.
Get a closer look and more info here.
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Butch’s Cool Stuff Rod & Custom Solutions and MORE. Butch’s makes these really nice Stainless Steel Cool Garage Signs Each sign is laser cut out of heavy gauge STAINLESS STEEL then finished by hand! Decorate any room with these really cool signs. We saw these at Louiville and they are really NICE... and with Christmas around the corner.... check out all of the different signs here...
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Concept One At Last! An exciting new pulley system for the revered Ford 351 Cleveland and the torquey 351M-400 Ford engines. Compact and ultra stylish, these high quality pulley systems for the Ford 351C / 351M-400 engines are designed for unmatched reliability. For complete details and a close up look... Go Here.
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Enclosed Auto Hauler trailers from Double R Trailers are built like no other. We build gooseneck and bumper-pull models. Our auto haulers are built with a continuous 8” I-beam tongue and frame, tubular steel uprights and roof bows on 16” centers and smooth aluminum exterior skin. They are 8’6” wide with 6’4” interior height. We offer any color combination for no extra charge.
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Some of the best hot rods are the simplest ones. So when the Speedway Motors team went to the drawing board to design a new steering column, they had two goals in mind: simplicity and good looks. Check it out here.
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Steele Open House 10% OFF all parts during the Open House When: Saturday, Sep 24th ,Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm , Where: Steele Rubber Products
6180 E NC HWY 150 Denver, NC 28037 704-483-9343
Open to the Public. Over 200 show cars will be on display. All cars on display will receive goody bags and be eligible for awards and door prizes. $10 registration fee goes to the BRAKES Foundation. Learn More here
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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
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Carlisle Events The Fall Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet and Corral marks the end of the swap meet season each year and is an absolute must-attend event for thousands of enthusiasts who travel to Carlisle from all points of the globe to buy, sell and celebrate all things automotive. This is a fun-filled weekend the entire family will enjoy. Check it out now
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Somernites Cruise September event features “Corvette Summer” where you can joins thousands of fellow rodders for this FREE weekend of fun. ... this is a great event and it’s every month until October... so cruise on over to Somerset ... Check it out here.
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Good Guys Rod & Custom has a season that pretty much runs the entire year ... with shows every month of the year .... This week marks the 1st ever at the Brickyard.... check it out For the complete schedule click
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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
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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
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If you have a show or event coming up in 2011... please email us and we’ll be happy to post them in our Event Listings for FREE ! Email details to [email protected]
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Power Train Set Up Guide from IEDLS Information on Power Train Angles. "Having a little information at the beginning of your street rod project can make setting up power train angles one of the simplest steps in the building process. You can download this “printable” article here
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HushMat, one of , if not the only USA manufactured sound and thermal insulation material left in the automotive aftermarket provides these simple performance comparisons on our Tech Tip videos. HushMat guarantees the adhesion of its Ultra Sound Deadening and Thermal Insulation material for the life of your Hot Rod! No one else in the industry dares to do the same . Take a Look here
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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....
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Guest Columnist Tim Kennedy reports all through the season on Racing Results for our readers. His racing results stories and Weekly Racing Scene column have been read by racing enthusiasts all over the country. We Thank Tim for his great contributions to our publication .... be sure to check out “Racing Scene” every week. Take a look here
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Optima Tech Tip # 2 Charging an Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) Battery. The following tips will keep any lead acid battery performing at its best. These are all important factors to consider when maintaining an OPTIMA® or any other absorbent glass-mat (AGM) battery. Alternators are NOT chargers - Do not rely on the vehicle alternator to do the work of a charger. An alternator is meant to maintain a vehicle battery, not charge it . To see the rest of this article click here
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Enthusiasts Invited to Show Off Their Rides at the 2011 SEMA Show. Owners of select vehicle models may be able to have their cars or trucks featured at the 2011 SEMA Show, taking place Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, 2011. Through the SEMA Award Contender Contest, owners of a SEMA Award contender vehicle are invited to submit a video clip highlighting the vehicle’s modifications for a chance to have the vehicle featured at the SEMA Show. Learn More
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HOT ROD & MUSCLE CAR PARTS -All Your Classic Rod Needs -Exceptional Customer Service -Best Pricing -Guaranteed Shipping Within 24 Hours Hey.... What more could you ask ?? Check out Classic Rods & More right here
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Fast Times Rods knows The undisputed king of the Gasser Wars in the Sixties, Willys Coupes have seen a huge surge in their popularity in recent years. Available in several versions from us including: Pro-street with wheel tubs to fit any available tire and wheel combo, Pro-tour to use 20 x 10 wheels and of course our ever popular Gasser package with choice of either straight or 3 inch drop axle. Take a closer look here
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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.
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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
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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...
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Gearstar makes The Worlds best transmissions with the best warranty and the FEWEST returns!. Handmade with loving (and power-hungry) hands.You've put a lot of love into your ride. It's not just a hobby, this thing is your baby. We know how you feel, and Gearstar takes the same level of care with your high performance transmission as you have with the rest of your car or truck. Learn more
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Vintage Glass manufactures domestic windshields, side and back glass for all your pre-1980 street rod, custom/classic, muscle car and truck needs. By providing the highest quality products in a timely manner we are able to enjoy one of the highest customer satisfaction rates in the industry. If you're in the market for glass for your pre-1980 domestic street rod, custom or classic, muscle car or truck - please check us out
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Gear Vendors Overdrive provides overdrive product to racing cars and trucks up to 2000hp and trucks towing heavy RV's up to 25,000lbs gcvw. Whether you are trying to move a couple tons up a steep incline or moving just a couple thousand down the track — the fastest way is with the right gearing. Add the benefits of a final overdrive ratio to reduce engine rpm and increase fuel mileage by typically 20-28% and you have a product that is the single biggest innovation you can bolt to your car or truck. Learn more here
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Williams Street Rods and Parts is a family owned business that has grown over the past 16 years from a small operaton to a full service shop and full blown CNC machine shop with a full line of billet accessories and plastic injected parts. We are members of NSRA, Good Guys, SEMA and BBB. We are proud to offer you a great product line and the best in customer service. Look here.
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LoJack® for Classics
Buy Online or Call 1-800-838-1177 x3873 Use Promo Code: CCA1HH295 and pay only $295! That’s $400 OFF the MSRP! Limited time offer.
LoJack® for Classics is the only stolen vehicle recovery system used by police and the only one that recovers your vehicle in 24 hours—or your money back. We have a greater than 90% success rate on cars and trucks, using Radio Frequency technology that tracks your vehicle where GPS can’t.
The innovative self-powered system won’t interfere with your vehicle’s battery or wiring. And our covert and noninvasive installation is carefully done by a certified technician.
LoJack for Classics is also available with Early Warning, which alerts you by phone, e-mail and text if your vehicle moves.
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Evansville, IN was the site of the Fab First Friday Show from Greg Thomas
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Just Two of our recent Car Guy Homes... Check them all out now... and if you have a home or commercial property that is looking for a Car Guy Owner... we can show it off for you.
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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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Almost all of what we have at Hotrodhotline is sent in by our Readers... so if you have show pictures, a story, something interesting to share... we’d LOVE to post it for you... Just send to [email protected]
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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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