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Hotrodhotline Newsletter  February 1, 2013
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Stolen Friday 1-18-2013 - I need help in finding my Truck I need help in finding my Truck. I had this truck since 1984 and did all custom work when my children was was young kids, I chopped and channeled this project by my self and gave it to my son for graduation present and we finished as a Father and Son project. there is a lot of sentimental family ties to this truck. Please Help Me and bring this truck home More Info

Stolen Friday 1-18-2013

Bill's stolen 1955 Chevy Bel Air Convertible with the attached sheet from Mecum's Auction for what equipment is on the car. No there was no Lo Jack on it yet.   Thank You for your help,Lee VIN VC55F187748 Date Of Loss 1-24-2013   I am reaching out to you as you know a lot of car people. More Info

Bills stolen Bel Air

A BIG THANKS to all of our roving reporters who sent in show coverage of the 64th Grand National Roadster Show Jan. 25 - 27th, 2013.  Hotrodhotline was the official media for the show. Click below to see all coverage of the show right here

GNRS Coverage

NEW VENDORS

ShineSeal Stops the oxidation and dulling on Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Brass and Copper for up to 2 years, depending upon what your product is exposed to. This drastically reduces the frequency for repeat polishing or heavy cleaning. Shineseal™ has been applied to many products and results have always been favorable, reducing labor and keep your products looking great over a considerable amount of time.

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MSD LS Atomic EFI Kit - MSD has led the automotive world in performance ignitions for over 40 years and now we are rewriting another industry standard. Introducing the new LS Atomic EFI™, a throttle body kit designed to update engines using outdated carburetors with all of the modern benefits of a fuel injection system. MSD’s latest version of the Atomic EFI for the LS engine is a game changer. Enter: HotrodHotline

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3rd Annual NorthEast Rod & Custom Nationals - The winter indoor car show season is upon us and Full House Motorsports LLC is gearing up for the 3rd Annual NorthEast Rod & Custom Nationals!! Coming March 22-24, 2013 to the Greater Philadelphia Expo center in Oaks, PA. More Info

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Cars are SELLING  on Hotrodhotline.com !

And We Can Sell YOURS Too !

Did you know that you can see the most recent “SOLD” cars in our classifieds ?  Just go to the Classifieds,  Click on  Pre 76 Vehicles where you’ll see  Ford, Chev, categories etc... well there is a category  named  “Solds”  When we are notified of a sale we move the ad over to the solds where it stays until the term of the ad runs out. It’s a good way to see recent sales.

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Product News

Classic Dash - 6 Gauge Panel with Auto Meter Gauges – Dash Dazzle. In our special, coddled cars, the treatment or appearance of the dashboard and instrument panel becomes one of the prime focal points of the interior scheme. More Info

Classic Dash

Dolphin Instruments - Wiper Arms are now available. Billet Aluminum Wiper Arms provide a nice look to any vehicle.  Available in two sizes and sold as a pair. More Info

Dolphin Instruments

Dynamat - 1964-1967 Chevrolet Chevelle / Malibu Under Rear Seat Kit. The perfect sound Damping solution just got easier with Dynamat Custom Cut. Give your back seat the solid car feel and effectively block road noise. More Info

Dynamat

Hedman Hedders - Hot Rodz Weld-Up Header Kits. Set your custom rod up with a set of these Hedman Hot Rodz Pro-Mod or Funny Car header kits. More Info

Hedman Hedders

Painless Performance - Digital Power Manager with Jump Start (500 amp) includes a weatherproof solid state dual battery control unit that automatically engages an auxillary battery when a large load is applied to the vehicle's main battery.  More Info

Painless Performance

Snug Harbor Hot Rods - 550HP Supercharged SB Chevy. Do you want ultimate power, aggressive looks, and the ability to drive down the expressway? Then your hot rod this 550 HP supercharged monster from Snug Harbor Hot Rod Engines. The beauty of this supercharged engine are the components that are used to assemble this motor. That together with polished components and painted in your choice of colors, says "Best Engine In Show". More Info

Snug Harbor Hot Rods

Stainless Steel Brakes - Treat yourself to the best brake service tools available by SSBC Performance Brakes. The SSBC Sure Stop Brake Pressure Gauge Kit indicates how much pressure you're getting at each caliper. More Info

Stainless Steel Brakes

Steve's Auto Restorations - SAR’s own Stamped Steel Doors used in our production Roadster. Requires an expert fit on a non-SAR body.   These doors are designed to accept the Bear Jaw safety latches not original style latches. More Info

Steves Auto Restorations

Tanks - 1939-47 Dodge Truck Fuel Tanks. Tanks Inc. is now producing gas tanks for the 1939-47 Dodge trucks! No longer do you have to pay hundreds of dollars restoring your original tank. This tank is an exact sized reproduction of the original tank, bolting into the original location, but with significant improvements. More Info

Tanks

Alan Grove Components - Looking to add an aftermarket A.C. compressor to your 1963-66 Buick Riviera? Alan Grove Components has designed a bracket kit to mount an aftermarket Sanden A.C. compressor along with the factory alternator. More Info

Alan Grove Components

BeBops Glass Works - 1937 Ford Roadster Highboy. One of the nations leading manufactures of high quality fiberglass body for your custom and classic street rod, or restoration projects. Fiberglass body kits, fiberglass fenders, fiberglass street rod trailers and fiberglass street rod bodies are just some of the items we manufacture in our new state of the art facility. More Info

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Bed Wood and Parts LLC - Offers the RetroLiner in a variety of over 40 exotic and domestic woods.  BedWood for Trucks can also make a custom RetroLiner for virtually any vehicle. The kits are furnished with stainless steel bed strips and hardware, as well as mounting pads and subframe. Installation is made simple with comprehensive instructions and includes tips for care and maintenance. More Info

Bed Wood and Parts LLC

Clayton Machine Works - alve Covers  Sand cast, powder-coated LS valve covers. Features a removable panel that can be painted to match your car or customized to your specific design. Use OEM o-ring gaskets. More Info

Clayton Machine Works

Fatman Fabrications - New 2-inch dropped spindles that are designed specifically for 1957–1960 Cadillacs. The spindles can help lower the stock suspension of a hot rod, maintaining full travel while tucking the tires into the fenders. More Info

Fatman Fabrications

Gear Vendors Under/Overdrive - Can give your GM / Dodge / Ford vehicle up to twice the forward gear ratios, unparalleled performance and the ultimate in horsepower handling of any auxiliary transmission. More Info

Gear Vendors Under-Overdrive

Juliano’s - Now mandatory in most states, Seat Belts are a must. Whether you are building a custom street rod, replacing the belts in your current vehicle or retrofitting your industrial equipment, seat belts should be a safety priority. More Info

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Kwik Wire - Engine/Lights Economy Harness. This harness will adapt to G.M., Ford, and Mopar as a cut to fit harness. This harness is based on G.M. color codes. Each group of wires are long enough to adapt to almost any street rod. All of our harnesses are built with GXL type wire that is intended for use in the engine compartment where higher heat resistance is required. More Info

Kwik Wire

Made 4 You - Perfect where space is limited.  Places the wires two over two.  Can be used with Smoothie brackets (see P/N 50-556 Stac-Pak) or added as an extra wire support to any kit.  4 units per pack.  Stainless screws included. More Info

Made 4 You

Pete and Jakes Hot Rod Parts -  Hemi motor mounts will mount a Hemi in several early Fords More Info

Pete and Jakes Hot Rod Parts

Radir Wheels - Custom Wheels Dragster Slicks. Feature a 1 piece design. The 7" tires come with the checkered flag tread, and the 8" & 10" do not. 4 Ply Sidewalls, Tubeless, with a 2 1/4" Wide whitewall. Distinctive "Pie Crust" Ribbed sidewalls for that Nostalgic look.. Can be turned in for the black wall look. More Info

Radir Wheels

New Classic Chevy - Finally - after years of repairing rotted tailgates, paying too much for rust free tailgates or just giving up; a brand new complete tailgate for 1955-57 Chevy Station Wagons (also fits Pontiac)! All inner bracing, nut plates, rain gutters are in place and 100% correct! The finish and detail is amazing. More Info

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SPAL USA - Brushless motors are sealed to strict standards making them waterproof & dustproof! We go to great lengths to ensure the highest quality products possible. Our brushless fan and blower motors are sealed to strict IP6K9K standards making them waterproof and dustproof. More Info

SPAL USA

Specialty Power Windows - Universal, Heavy Duty, Easy to Install Power Window Kits. More Info

Specialty Power Windows

Hotronics Products offering FREE Shipping
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 These and many many more top quality MADE IN THE U.S.A. products are avaliable at Hotronics.  We have been working with Hotronics Products since 2000 and have always heard great things about their product line..  Check out all of the fantastic products they have then give Greg at Hotronics a call and get your order shipped FREE Get details here

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UPCOMING CAR SHOWS

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Hotrodhotline Event Schedule is now Sponsored by Chrome Insurance ... and now when you list your events FREE at Hotrodhotline.com you will automatically have them listed in the Chrome IPad app and on the Chrome Event Listing Page.   List your event FREE HERE

Good Guys Rod & Custom Association has had a block buster schedule of events for 2013. With some location changes, and new shows... there are still lots of great events for the remainder of the year  with Good Guys.. Check out the 2013 Schedule Now

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The National Street Rod Association has a great schedule for 2013. The NSRA Event schedule is full of street rod events across the country.    Check out the 2013 schedule and make your plans now

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Sacramento Autorama

The Sacramento Autorama is now in its 63rd year. The Sacramento Autorama is “The Kustom Capital of the World” and boasts being home to one of longest running indoor car shows in the world. The Autorama is recognized as the premiere custom car show on the West Coast. The Show will feature over 450 of the finest custom cars, hot rods, classics, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles from around the county. February 15-17, 2013 More Info


Motorama Events - The Nations Largest All Indoor Motorsports Event Featuring 1 Million Sq Feet of Exhibit Space. It all goes down February 16th and 17th 2013 in Harrisburg Pennsylvania at the Farm Show Complex. Click on the video to your right and take a virtual tour inside the event that attracts over 50,000 motorsports enthusiasts annually. Learn More Here

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GoodGuys 4th Spring Nationals March 8 - 10, 2013 WestWorld of Scottsdale; Scottsdale, AZ. – Featuring Hot Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru ’72, Goodguys AutoCross, Vendors, Swap Meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral & All American Sunday More Info

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NHRA Motorsports Museum - February 14-17, 2013: The 53rd annual O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals presented by Super Start Batteries, Auto Club Raceway at Pomona. The NHRA Museum offers race fans extended hours and free admission during the NHRA Winternationals and Finals.  More Info

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3rd Annual NorthEast Rod & Custom Nationals - The winter indoor car show season is upon us and Full House Motorsports LLC is gearing up for the 3rd Annual NorthEast Rod & Custom Nationals!! Coming March 22-24, 2013 to the Greater Philadelphia Expo center in Oaks, PA. More Info

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The National Street Rod Association has a great schedule for 2013. Southwest Street Rod Nationals Plus. April 12th, 13th & 14th, 2013. State Fair Park. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. No mail-in entries accepted after Friday, March 22nd, 2013. Discount available through Friday, March 22nd, 2013.  Keep checking Their web site for more information

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More This Week at  Hotrodhotline.com

American Collectors Insurance - January 2013 Newsletter. Each year, American Collectors pits 52 "My Cool Ride" winners against each other in an end-of-year showdown to select the year's Coolest Ride. We’d like you to take control of the wheel and pick this season’s winner of winners. Much More

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Anpac Chrome - Paying your insurance premiums just got easier. The Checkless Way® option. By authorizing us to withdraw your insurance payment from your checking or savings account each month, you no longer need to worry about writing checks or mailing your payment on time. More Info

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BASF Paint News - CES 2013 (Consumer Electronics Show) – Spotted over in the Alpine Electronics booth was this 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo featuring a BASF R-M Porsche Mint Green paint job. More Info

BASF Paint News

Airbagit - Free Air Bags Anyone? Buy 2 Get 2 Free.  More Info

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Goodguys Announce 2013 AutoCross Shootout with Year-End Finals - For the first time ever, The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association will stage a year-long National AutoCross Shootout at 11 events this season with the year-end Shootout Finals Presented by BF Goodrich Tires to be held Saturday, November 16th at the Goodguys 16th Southwest Nationals, November 15-17 in Scottsdale, Arizona.  More Info

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MSD Ignition - New Atomic EFI for the LS Engine. Enter Promo Code HOTRODHOTLINE for the Atomic EFI  LS System Giveaway. More Info

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NHRA Museum News - Tickets on Sale Today for the 2013 Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by AAA.
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NHRA Museum News

Surf City Garage - The Future Of Cars: Where They're Headed. If 2013 still sounds weird to you, wait till you see where the automobile is headed. The first automobile with an internal combustion engine was invented in 1885 by Karl Benz. Today, 127 years later, the industry is one of the most technologically advanced, but wait until you see what's to come.  More Info

Surf City Garage

E-Stopp® - The perfect e-brake for custom vehicles and winner of the NSRA new safety product of the year. It not only frees up room on the chassis and in the cab but doubles as an anti-theft device when the button is hidden. It works with any kind of brake system that can accept an e-brake cable. Watch How It Works

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Image Street Rods - Bill Hughes 1954 Chevy Bel Air Project working on a new firewall for the 54 Chevy More Info

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Murray Kustom Rods - We are a Hot Rod shop dedicated to the custom metal fabrication of just about anything. Everything from general hot rod maintence and repair to the complete restoration of any classic. We primarily work on antique cars, trucks, and bikes, but we have been known to create parts for anything from assembly lines to aircraft parts. More Info

Murray Kustom Rods

Saldana Radiator - February 2013 Specials. 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. More Info

Saldana Radiator

Super Fine Shine - The leaders, in handling Custom Chrome Plating & Polishing in Central & Southern Ohio since 1990. Are you looking for "Show Quality" plating at an affordable price? Look no further. We always offer a few different pricing options on everything. We handle stripping of plating, rust, and paint. We ship UPS, all over the country, or if you're close, you can set up an appointment. Philip will sit down with some coffee, give you a full evaluation of what will need to be done. "Super Fine Shine, it" More Info

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Countdown to Motorama - The 35th Annual Motorama - It all goes down February 16th and 17th 2013 in Harrisburg Pennsylvania at the Farm Show Complex. Click on the video on the website and take a virtual tour inside the event that attracts over 50,000 motorsports enthusiasts annually. More Info

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Racing Scene Column – (Bucket List) Jan. 2013 Latest article By Tim Kennedy. What “bucket list” items did you accomplish during 2012? This winter I recalled my major 2012 bucket list accomplishment.  More Info

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The Sacramento Autorama is now in its 63rd year. The Sacramento Autorama is “The Kustom Capital of the World” and boasts being home to one of longest running indoor car shows in the world. More Info

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Memorial Car Show for Bill Papke, Sat Feb 9, 2013 - Long time West Coast Kustoms Orange County Rep BILL PAPKE of  Papke Enterprises passed away in the early am of 1/22/2013 of cancer. More Info

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Michael Corazzelli is one of our Roving Reporters. -  His 1932 Ford HI-Boy, built by Roy Brizio Street Rods, won 2nd place in class for "1932 Ford Altered Street Roadster" at the 64th Grand National Roadster Show.  More Info

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NSRA - As we prepare for 2013, now is a great time to review the many discounts available to the participants and spectators at all NSRA Events during the coming year. More Info

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Congratulations to the 2013 America's Most Beautiful Roadster Winner - And the Winner is... John Mumford's 1927 Track Nose Ford Roadster  "Kelly Brown" Built by Roy Brizio Street Rods More Info

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Speedsters Reunion Coming to Museum of American Speed - Get ready for four days of four-cylinder fun when the 2013 International Speedsters Trials and Reunion roars into Speedway Motors and the Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska, June 19-22. More Info

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Early 2013 News from Somernites Cruise! - The new year is well underway and we're almost into February. That means that Opening Day for 2013...April 27th is right around the corner! Here at Somernites, we are hard at work planning for another great Cruise season. More Info

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Kathy Sullivan and Jeff Nicholsan’s Lincoln Capri Rat Rod - Betty was built by Jeff Nicholson of Solsberry, IN, with the helping hand of Gene Winfield who flew to Indiana to assist.  Jeff inherited “Betty” from his father in her original state. More Info

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A Rare Picture of a Few Heroes of our Industry who Changed the World of Hot Rods - Once in a lifetime shot. Three of the greats--------Geroge Barris, Blackie Gejeian, and Art Himsl Picture taken at the 64th Grand national Roadster Show sent to us by Larry MartinelliL to R - George Barris Pioneer in the field of automotive customizing. , Blackie Gejeian roving ambassador of American Car Shows and Art Himsl legendary artist. More Info

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64th Grand National Roadster Show AMBR Contenders - The field of contenders for the AMBR ( Americas Most Beautiful Roadster) Award this year is amazing !  Take a look and pick out your favorite. More Info

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Hotrodhotline is very honored to have been selected to help our friends Dave and Joyce Emery to help them market one of the most outstanding cars we have ever seen.  “XS CASH” was unveiled at the Detroit Autorama this year and captured both a Great 8 win and the prestigious  Al Maynard Best 32 Ford award.   This car is truly one of a kind and would be an amazing addition to a discerning collectors stable.  See the Build and learn more about XS Cash Here.

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The New Tex Smith Autobiography Is In The Offering! - Yes, I’m finally putting finger to computer.  On my autobiography, that is. I have resisted doing this particular book for decades, although I have banged away at segments of it for the past ten years. More Info

Tex Smith

America's Real Sports Car - Might as well start off with something to stir the troops. The hot rod roadster is America’s first (and only) real sports car! I know forthwith of which l mumble, having been involved in both camps since way back
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SHOW COVERAGE THIS WEEK

We are getting in  TONS of car show coverage every day ... and thanks to our new system, we are able to get the articles online quickly.  Last year we had over 1600 car show articles and this year we are way ahead of the number we had at this time last year.. so this will be a RECORD BREAKING YEAR for show coverage.   We want to give a BIG THANKS to our great roving reporters ...  so if you see one of them at a show give them a big thank you for all that they do.  To see our most recent show articles  CLICK HERE

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 Rolex 24 - "Rolex Garages Day One" from Gary Rosier

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 Cecil Chandlers Original Sock Hop at 4 Seasons Car Wash from
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Clinton Powell

 Starbird-Devlin Rod & Customs Charities Car Show from Clinton Powell

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Justice Bros. Racing Museum from Sam Flowers

Bing Gatewood

 Pictures from Suffolk Raceway, Suffolk, Va. In the 60's and 70's From the collection of Bing Gatewood

Click Here To see  Our Most Recent Car Show Coverage

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