New Source For Your Favorite JohnsonWhen production of Johnson-style flat tappet lifters went away several years ago, it stunned the performance industry. Not only did their departure cause a huge problem obtaining flat tappets, it also eliminated what many engine builders considered to be the highest-quality and most versatile tappets available. Our friends at COMP Cams have made these popular, Johnson-style flat tappets available once again for Chevrolet V-6, small-block Chevy and big-block Chevy engines, as well as Pontiac and Oldsmobile V-8 street and racing applications.
They're built to precision tolerances, which result in an extremely durable product, while these lifters utilize a universal oil-metering-band location that allows a single part number (#2900) to cover a variety of engine applications. In addition, these lifters feature a precision-ground crown on the lifter face to ensure proper break-in and long service life. Johnson-style lifters always set the standard for solid flat tappets and now the exact same high-quality lifters are available once again for your performance engine. For more information, contact COMP Cams at (800) 999-0853, or visit www.compcams.com.
Going Gennie Has Its BenniesWhen designing your street rod for that all-important "just right look," don't forget that "gennie" steel wheels can add just as much impact as today's myriad of aluminum choices. The folks at Wheel Vintiques, long-time specialists with rolling impact, have developed new tooling to expand availabilities of their retro-look gennie wheels. Now you can select new 17-inch-diameter wheels to complement the original 15- and 16-inch models. These cool steelies are now available in three configurations: bare-naked metal (14 Series), chrome outer and bare center (15 series), and all-chrome (16 series). Powdercoating is available on a special order basis. Wheel Vintiques also offers a wide range of original-style hubcaps, and trim rings are also available separately. Gennie wheels are available with double-drilled 5-on-4-1/2- and 4-3/4-inch bolt patterns, as well as truck-style 5-on-5-1/2-inch, in various widths and offsets with a wide variety of backspacing, so you can dial in that "just right look." For more information, contact Wheel Vintiques, 5515 E. Lamona Ave., Dept. SRM, Fresno, CA 93727; call (559) 251-6957; or visit www.wheelvintiques.com.
New-Look Plug WiresThe line of HotWires capacitor ignition wires from Nology has been expanded to include CoolWires with a high-tech carbon fiber look. The attractive appearance of carbon fiber composite has found its way from Formula 1 to the NHRA and now to the high-performance aftermarket. Nology has combined the carbon fiber look into a stylish yet performance-engineered set of ignition wires to increase your underhood wow factor. CoolWires utilize high-quality silicone and OE terminals, guaranteeing high-performance reliability and a perfect fit, according to the manufacturer.
Furthermore, the high-temperature silicone construction makes them ideal for demanding high-temperature applications, such as street rods where engine compartments are much smaller. Thanks to spiral core technology with 300 Ohms of resistance per foot, there is virtually no radio interference while providing a hotter spark to the plug. CoolWires are OBD-II compatible, feature a limited lifetime warranty, and are available in red, yellow, blue, and a traditional gray carbon fiber look. Suggested retail pricing starts at $123 and applications are available for most foreign and domestic four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines. For the location of your nearest dealer or for more information, contact Nology Engineering, 1945 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd., Dept. SRM, San Marcos, CA 92078; call (760) 591-0888; or visit www.Nology.com.