Aviaid Oil Systems, the company credited with pioneering dry sump oil systems in automotive competition back in the 1960s, has announced an upgrade to the firm’s Series 2 oil pumps. A newly-developed 6-tooth gear design has proven to increase scavenging through-put some 12% over previous rotor designs…
Properly securing headers and eliminating exhaust leaks is of primary concern to racers and car enthusiasts alike. Noted fastener manufacturer ARP has developed a number of efficient solutions for the task at hand. These include a series of application-specific kits for most popular engines, plus “universal” kits to cover the rest…
To facilitate the installation of OEM high-torque or compact aftermarket gear-reduction starter motors on a variety of engines, ARP has developed a series of starter bolt kits engineered for the tasks at hand. They are manufactured from a proprietary stainless steel alloy that is nominally rated at 180,000 psi tensile strength and fully 20% stronger than Grade 8 hardware. What’s more, they are virtually impervious to the elements…
Penta Motorsports has developed a billet aluminum pedal assembly that is a bolt-in replacement for the factory steel units in 1963 through 1989 Porsche 911s. Important benefits include pedal position adjustability to achieve optimum heel/toe actuation, the ability to accurately set the front/rear brake balance, and use of the highly regarded Tilton 78-series brake and clutch master cylinders mounted on the unit for ease if maintenance and security…
Noted high performance driveline manufacturer Mark Williams Enterprises has developed a new stub axle assembly specifically for the popular IDM-190 power module from electric and hybrid propulsion system maker Cascadia Motion LLC (division of BorgWarner)…
Factory harmonic damper bolts are an area of concern for racers and performance enthusiasts for two reasons. First is the bolt’s ability to sustain the necessary clamping force when subjected to high RPM crankshaft flexing and twisting. A second consideration is the extra abuse that comes from rotating the crank manually when adjusting valve lash, setting timing, etc…
Owners of 1966-70 Mopar B-Body cars (Dodge Charger, Plymouth Road Runner, etc.) can enjoy improved handling, superior ride quality and a contemporary stance through installation of a complete bolt-on front suspension assembly from Art Morrison Enterprises…
System 1 Filtration Products offers a wide selection of inline fuel filters for competition and street applications. They range in size from the large diameter long filter at 9” x 2-1/2” to the compact “Pro Street” model that measures 4-1/2”in length by 2” diameter. All are CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum billet at System 1’s Tulare, CA facility and black anodized…
Lubrication systems pioneer Aviaid has expanded its line of remote oil filter adapters to include CNC machined billet aluminum units for three popular sizes of OEM and aftermarket spin-on type filters that include 3”, 3-5/8” and 4-1/2”diameter canisters. And for vintage applications, Aviaid offers the original Traco cast aluminum adapters for the standard Chevrolet (3-5/8”) filters…
While ARP is known for sponsoring the two most prestigious awards (AMBR and Slonaker) at the rodding world’s oldest event, the Grand National Roadster Show, the company has increased its support of hot rodding with a major presence in the newest “major league” event, the Triple Crown of Rodding. ARP will also be the “Official Fastener” of the event…
Wheel studs are an important part of any driveline, and ARP has long focused on manufacturing premium grade replacements for factory and aftermarket applications. In addition to press-in studs for most all domestic and sport compact vehicles, the company has screw-in studs for aftermarket axles…
Wheel studs are an important part of any driveline, and ARP has long focused on manufacturing premium grade replacements for factory and aftermarket applications. In addition to press-in studs for most all domestic and sport compact vehicles, the company has screw-in studs for aftermarket axles…
Noted fastener manufacturer ARP has just published its updated full-line catalog for 2023. The 180-page, full color publication, details the 5,000-plus fastener kits manufactured by ARP —plus valuable tech information. Several dozen pages are devoted to the science of fastener manufacturing and their proper use…
Classic Dash, the company known for facilitating the use of aftermarket digital and analog gauges in a wide variety of vehicles through its bolt-in panels, has expanded its offerings to include the new Holley EFI 12.3 Pro Dash digital display…
System 1 Filtration Products has expanded its lineup of cleanable oil filters to include an extra-tall model that’s 7-3/4” in length, 3-3/4” in diameter, and ideally suited for robust automotive and light duty truck use. It’s equipped with a 35-micron stainless steel element that provides excellent filtration of lubricants up to 20W-50 while maintaining unrestricted flow…
Mark Williams Enterprises has applied contemporary metallurgical and manufacturing technologies to develop high-strength driveline components for vintage Corvette, Jaguar, Pantera and Viper independent rear suspensions —bolstering the reliability of these popular rear ends for use in road racing, autocross and street rod applications…
For over 30 years RC Fuel Injection has been blueprinting and balancing both low impedance “peak and hold” and high impedance “saturation” injectors with great success. Many racers worldwide have come to rely on RC for “fuel injection perfection.“ More recently, RC has added “GDI” (gasoline direct injection) refurbishing services to its roster…
While you’d think the bottle valve in a nitrous oxide system is a basic on/off deal, there are actually significant performance gains available through use of the Outlaw Power Valve developed by nitrous pioneer Mike Thermos and his team at Nitrous Supply…
Mike Thermos and his team at Nitrous Supply have been working with leading forced induction racers to improve performance through adding a shot of nitrous into the intake tract. This increases performance and eliminates turbo “lag.” It’s ideal for both drag racing and drifting…
Chevrolet’s latest engine family, the LT, can now be enhanced through the addition of a dry sump lubrication system from industry pioneer Aviaid. Benefits include eliminating power-robbing windage, assuring a constant supply of lubricant during hard acceleration, braking or cornering and providing a regulated flow of cool, clean oil to reduce engine wear. The low profile oil pan allows for lower engine placement…
