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Roddings Largest Online Magazine HotrodHotLine Newsletter Sept 8, 2011
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It is this growing apathy that will be our undoing if we don’t keep that memory in our hearts, and vow to work to keep our country safe from our enemies so this never happens again ... and to hold in our hearts the memories of those who were murdered that day ... This weekend take time to reflect on this horrible event and to remember those who died ... and those who still hate us and still wish to destroy us. We cannot forget.
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Hedman Hedders, is excited to announce that the "Master of the Fine Line", and 2010 SEMA Global Award winner (for his custom shift knob) Von Hot Rod, will be spending opening day of the 2011 SEMA Show in the Hedman Performance Group Booth (booth #22443.) Hot Rod will pinstripe your favorite possession, free of charge, making it even more special or even more collectible. For details look here
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The “King” is coming to the Goodguys 1st WIX Filters Speedway Nationals, September 16-18 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Stock car racing legend Richard Petty will make an exclusive appearance at the Speedway Nationals Saturday, September 17th from 2:30-4pm to sign autographs at the WIX Filters booth on the Midway. The first-year event features over 3,000 rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage sprawled throughout the infield of the “Brickyard.”. The Goodguys 1st WIX Filters Speedway Nationals, the first event of its kind ever to be held on the hallowed grounds of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will be staged throughout the infield, garage area, Gasoline alley as well as the scenic plaza.. The event will feature over 3,000 rods, customs, classics and muscle cars, plus vendor exhibits, an autocross performance course, swap meet, track cruise and much more! .
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Alan Grove Components Tight-fit Bracket System for the 1964-68 Chevelle SMALL BLOCK (Short water pump). This SMALL BLOCK (Short water pump) Bracket system is designed for the small block Chevelle using the SHORT WATER PUMP only. Brackets bolt to water pump, first and third exhaust manifold points and two bottom holes of drivers side engine block.. Learn More
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Dolphin Gauges newest line, the Shark gauge line, brings even more stylish gauge sets to our offerings. One touch programming, digital display w/ trip meter, hour meter, max speed alarm, and max speed recall. High quality "performance look" gauges feature the finest air core movements available, glare free lighting, stylish flat glass lenses. See them here
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Genuine Boyds 2011 Builders Guide is available to download. Genuine Boyds parts are manufactured with total control of quality and precision. Our decades of innovation have brought new product technologies, blends of science and art to the vintage, custom, street rod and muscle car markets . Click here for the latest from Genuine Boyds.
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Painless Performance... 12 Circuit Remote / Trunk Mount Universal Harness In many street rods and custom cars there is little or no room to mount the fuse block under the dash, forcing modifications to either the car or the harness. This 12 Circuit trunk mount harness provides additional wire from the fuse block to the dash and front end, allowing the remote installation of the fuse block in the trunk or behind the rear seat. Get details here.
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Clayton Machine Works has some really great looking door handles. From the Paul Atkins Signature Series..... these new elliptical door handles include 3 different inserts. Take a look here to see all 3 close up.
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Compu-Tronix Distributorless Ignition System. The DIS6 is derived from new technology created by OEM’s to improve timing issues, energy loss, spark degradation and low emission standards associated with normal distributors. By isolating the electronics and incorporating them into our billet aluminum lid, we are able to retrofit technology from this century into your classic Porsche. Improving timing consistency at all RPM’s, as well as other classics and muscle cars. Take a look here
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Juliano’s There’s something about a woodgrained dash that no other finish can match for sheer elegance and beauty. It traditionally required hours of tedious work, and you paid dearly for it. Thankfully, it’s the 21st century, and at JULIANO’S offers woodgraining by a process known as hydographics—which translates to fast turnaround and lower prices. Learn more here.
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Kwik Wire NEW PRODUCT ...This is a BRAND NEW product from Kwik Wire ... The 48 Special is a 4 Circuit Harness which will support: Horn, Headlights, Turn Signals, Hazard LIghts, Coil, 1 Constant Hot, 1 Ignition Hot with Coil Kill Switch. Take a look here
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Radir Wheels is having a sale on their awesome Tri Ribb wheels. These wheels are made in the U.S.A. Great looking wheels available in several different sizes.. Take a look at them now.
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Saldana Racing Products All of Saldana Racing Products aluminum cores are oven brazed and never use epoxy. Street Rod radiators are available with 1 or 2 row cores and can be built as a single, double, or triple pass for maximum efficiency. We can always add a Spal fan and shroud to cool even the most stubborn engine. Custom radiators to fit your Street Rod are always welcome - they’re our specialty. Check it out here
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Snug Harbor 302 Blue Oval Cruzer This is a great engine for daily driving or touring. Crisp clean looks and smooth, reliable power from idle to a redline of 5000 rpm. This SBF sparkles with polished intake, chrome valve covers and oil pan. The Turn-key kit is assembled with braided fuel lines, Eldelbrock carburetor and fuel pump. The engine is at home in a stately Vicky or a Cobra Roadster. Take a closer look here
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Spal USA a leading manufacturer of OEM and aftermarket electric cooling fans since 1959, introduces a 16" Fan Gasket for hot rodders and enthusiasts who want to mount their fans directly to the radiator core without a shroud. Check it out here
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Vintage Air The Gen IV climate control system now delivers Vintage Air's proven "just right temperatures" and dehumidified defrost to 1964-72 Chevelles. The Gen IV uses an exclusive fully electronic microprocessor control system that requires no cables or vacuum connections. Get all of the details here
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Welder Series Featured Product: Boxing Plates Boxing plates are designed to box from ahead of the front crossmember to behind the rear crossmember. The plates are divided into front and rear sections to make it easier (and cheaper) to ship and easier to handle. 10 gauge (slightly thicker than 1/8" - the same thickness as the frame rails) steel. Get the details here.
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Weedetr Street Rods This Month’s Featured Product are our Disc Brake Kits for IFS We carry a FULL line of Disc Brake Kits... Please call us and we’ll be happy to help you select the proper system for your application. Call for current pricing. Front disc brake kits 12" Mustang II disc brake kit-drilled and polished. Our Price: $1,003.00 12" Mustang II disc brake kit 11" Disc brake kit for Mustang II spindle Call for Pricing
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Fat Man Fabrications Fatman’s “Affordable IFS” is an excellent choice for Model A, ’32 Fords, 28-33 GM cars, and early Mopars with similar fenders which fit directly to the frame. Rather than modifying a MII IFS to fit, with all the attendant track width and bumpsteer problems, this IFS design provides a 56” track width and rear steer rack and pinion which will clear fenders and radiator aprons while maintaining proper geometry. Take a look
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Bedwood and Parts, LLC has developed a truly innovative product to deliver yesteryear’s classic touch for all light trucks – from 2010 domestic and import models back though the muscle car era (including El Caminos, Rancheros, etc.) to the pre-war classics. Take a closer look at this great new product
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Gear Vendors GM 4-Speed Automatics 700R4/4L60E/4L80E There are two basic GM 4-Speed automatics: The light duty 700R4/4L60E found mainly in half ton and car applications, and the heavy duty 4L80E in the heavier applications. 700R4/4L60E's have a low 3.06 first gear which is good for initial take off but this makes the transmission ....... Read more here.
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Specialty Power Windows Street enthusiasts who are updating their classic Chevys will appreciate these kits which offer the late-model convenience of electric windows with easy installation. In all cases, the front door units are a straight bolt-in conversion, on the 2-dr sedan and hardtops, two holes have to be drilled for the quarter glass regulator. Learn More
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Steves Auto Restorations 1932 Brookville 3-Window Coupe All steel construction from die stamped Brookville 3-window Coupe components assembled in SAR precision jig fixtures assuring accurate frame fitment. Available with stock door hinges and door latches hung and installed. Comes with vented or smooth cowl top. Accepts stock or aftermarket firewall as well as stock or aftermarket chassis. Full component packages, chassis, custom designs, and turnkey builds available
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Dynamat DynaDeck - The Ultimate Floor Liner This ultra-durable carpet replacement is made of high grade 3/8” waterproof liner, utilizing a 1lb/sq.ft. vinyl barrier over a 1/4” high efficiency thermoacoustic foam. Has a durable deep twist embossed vinyl grain top facing. For a closer look click here.
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Good Guys Rod & Custom has an amazing new show coming up next weekend .... The first show ever at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway ! Over 3000 cars will be on hand, Richard Petty will be there... and much more. For the complete schedule click
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Cruisin For A Cure is THIS MONTH ... the largest one day event in the country hits OC Fairgrounds to raise money for Prostate Cancer. There will be free screening for all who want it... and loads fo great cars and entertainment..... Check it out and be sure to go to Cruisin For A Cure....
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Carlisle Events has their Fall Swap Meet coming up this month... this may be your last chance to find that part you need for your winter project ... or to sell those leftover parts.... Remember ... Carlisle is where the car guys go ! Check out the entire schedule here.
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Somernites Cruise has a great run of cruises in 2011. Every month until October you can joins thousands of fellow rodders for this FREE weekend of fun. so cruise on over to Somerset ... September features Corvette Summer with loads of Corvettes appearing .... Check it out here.
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NSRA’s schedule for 2011 has been Outstanding... with 3 more great shows on the schedule. Burlington, Vermont, Sacramento, CA, and Tampa, FL ...are still upcoming... Don’t forget that cars 30 years and older are welcome. Check out the entire schedule now
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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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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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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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YES, SAD BUT TRUE: David Loring Wallace, Sr., pulled the 'chute last Friday night in Westlake Village, California. His decade-long battle with lung cancer ended swiftly and peacefully, at home, in the presence of his wife and children. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation in Dave Wallace Sr.'s name to the NHRA Motorsports Museum , which permanently displays Dave's portrait along with those of his fellow California Hot Rod Hall Of Fame members. Read More
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Need Help finding Fathers old trophies... Chuck Hedrick is Looking for His Father’s Old Drag Racing Trophies. About 10-12 years ago my father was cleaning out his garage and came across a box of his trophies from 1961 - 1967 at Kingdon Drag Strip in Lodi Ca. He didn't know what to do with them, so he decided to list them on e-bay unbeknown to us ... We would like to find the buyers .... Read More here
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How are traditional candy colors made? They are created by spraying a base color, then tinting a clear coat with a dye and spraying it over top. Since dyes typically degrade in sunlight, several coats of clear on top of the tinted color are necessary. Learn more here
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HD UNO is a revolutionary 3-in-1 polish that cuts, polishes and finishes all new and old finishes with less work and less mess. HD UNO guarantees to produce amazing results or your purchase will be cheerfully refunded. HD UNO is designed to remove P1500 and finer scratches, oxidation and swirl marks, Learn More
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Don’t Forget About Our Car Show on Sept. 24, 2011 the ANPAC® Car Show for Kids has become one of the Ozarks' most enjoyed and anticipated family events of the year. Mark your calendars forthis year's show, which will be held on September 24, 2011. in Springfield, MO. All proceeds from the show is donated to the United Way of the Ozarks. Learn More here
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Visitors coming to the Los Angeles County Fair, Sept. 3 through Oct. 2, will have a chance to see a real Southern California phenomenon: hot rods and dragsters. Yes, in between the Fair’s thrilling rides, barnyard animals and cornucopia of unique foods, the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum – Mecca of hot rods and racing – will be open. See what’s there
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Retro Power Hot Rod Gathering Oct. 8, 2011 Liberty, TX Join Retro Power on October 8, 2011 at the Retro Power Hot Rod Facility in Liberty, Texas for a fun filled day featuring rods, customs, classics, trucks and musclecars through 2012 model year. Learn More
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Image Street Rods now offers CNC plasma cutting. We can make your parts to your specifications. From custom Hot Rod parts, brackets, tractor components to lawn art we can do it all. We can work from your DXF or IGES files or if required we can build from paper drawings as well.Take a look at the video showing this bad boy in action.... then call Image Street Rods for your plasma cutting needs... Check it out here
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Ruth Engineering & Racing, Inc has developed a tribute to the infamous Cheetah. The project started in 2006. The idea was born from the retro-rod industry that is popular now. With our Corvette history we decided to create our own version of a Cheetah that we could market to the experienced builder. Check it out here.
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Do you have some moldings or trim parts that look like this ?? Are you in or near Ohio ??? Then Superfine Shine is the place you need to get your parts looking like new. Take a look at how great these parts turned out after being sent to Super Fine Shine.. Check it out 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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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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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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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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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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Is your shop TOO HOT ? Quietaire has manufacturerd QuietCool portable evaporative coolers since 1979. Our QuietCool is like a large floor fan but cooler – It can cool up to 26�F, or more, in areas where AC is simply out of the question – open areas like shipping bay doors, woodworking shops, automotive shops, and warehouses. Jack got one of these for Christmas for his shop ...... WOW is it great ! Check it out here
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The people at Inland Empire Drive Line Service have earned their reputation as the best source for custom drive shafts. Aluminum and steel shafts are built, balanced and shipped, complete with transmission yoke and ready to install, usually within 48 hours of order. They have also designed and built forged steel 1350 pinion and transmission yokes, and a dramatically improved center support for the 1958 - 1964 Chevrolet cars. Check them out for excellent customer service and drive shafts that make a difference.
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What do YOU Need ??? Braided Stainless Hose Assemblies ? Fasteners ?? AN Fittings ? Air Tool ? Socket or Wrench Sets ? Our friends, The Baldi Family, at Top Line Industrial, can help you with so many of your parts and tool needs. Check out their website then give them a call... they’re great people who you’ll love doing business with ! Check it out here
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Jim Snyder was at Bonneville with the Salty Cuda but still found time to shoot some other cars for us.
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Show in Honor, MI pics from Frank English
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Travis Scanlan sent some really nice pictures from the Leadsled show
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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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