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Original Cool
Be Cool has expanded their industry-proven product line with their Be Cool OE Series radiator that combines a modern aluminum core design with a factory finish, and correct appearing ribbed factory tank design of a stock OEM copper/brass/lead unit. They even feature GM-style mounting flanges and OEM-style stamped filler neck. Downflow models receive GM-style side panels.
Now, '55-57 Chevrolets, '68-72 GM A-bodies, '67-69 Camaros, or '55-72 Corvettes can still look original but they won't overheat with a new Be Cool OE Series Radiator.
These new Be Cool OE Series Aluminum radiators feature an OE black finish and come with a new factory OE replacement radiator cap where applicable. Four rubber mounting saddles are included for GM A-body applications while rubber grommets are included for pin-mounted Corvette radiators. Automatic transmission versions feature transmission cooling line fittings in the original
thread size and location.
The Be Cool OE aluminum radiators are being introduced at exactly the right time. In addition to being inefficient, copper/brass/lead OE radiators are now very fragile due to their age while the ability to have them repaired diminishes each day as old-fashioned repair becomes a dying art. Like every other Be Cool product, these new Be Cool radiators are made in the United States. Like all Be Cool radiators, the new Be Cool OE series includes a free one-year warranty that is doubled to two years with the use of Be Coolant Super Duty Antifreeze.
Be Cool Inc.
(800) 691 2667
www.becool.com
Quiet!
Deeds Engineering V-Band kits can join two different size tubes together in one clean, smooth transition and also use the advantages of the standard V-band union, allowing for quick connection and disconnection without the use of gaskets or sealants. These flanges also retain a machined registration pattern to duplicate your connection accurately for proper exhaust flow and detailed placement. All flanges are CNC machined from 1018 cold finish steel and are high-luster coated, weld-through plating resulting in a stainless-like appearance without the stainless price and warping problems. The V-Band itself is made from durable 300 series stainless steel. Made in the United States.
Deeds Engineering
(818) 842-2500
www.deedsengineering.com
Handles and Cranks
Clayton Machine Works adds to their product line Pro Touring door handles and window cranks. Designed to fit '49 and up GM and Ford splines, and machined from billet aluminum, powdercoated, then re-machined to create dynamic highlights. The suggested retail price is $115 for a pair of door handles and $120 for a pair of window cranks.
Clayton Machine Works Inc.
(256) 489-2450
www.claytonmachine.com
Updated 94-Series Carb
Edelbrock introduces their 94-series (PN 1151; made in the United States), an all-new two-barrel carburetor based off the original Chandler-Groves design. It is intended to provide a bolt-on performance solution for nostalgic and period-correct hot rods.
The Edelbrock 94 features a die-cast bowl and air horn with a cast aluminum three-bolt flange base. Its throttle shaft has been extended to make it easier to set up dual and triple carburetor combinations, especially when used with Edelbrock's exclusive progressive linkage. Extensive testing, both on the road and in their state-of-the-art engine dynamometer facility has allowed Edelbrock to offer a power valve and jetting combination that delivers a wide calibration band for smooth and strong performance in various applications. It is finished off with a zinc-dichromate coating for durability and classic looks.
A host of accessory items will be available to complement these carburetors, including round chrome air cleaners (PN 1202); progressive throttle linkage kits, dual (PN 1032) and triple (PN 1034); straight throttle linkage kits, dual (PN 1032) and triple (PN 1034); and mini fuel blocks (PN 1286).
Edelbrock Corporation
(800) 221-1666
www.edelbrock.com
The Digital Age
The MSD 6A and 6AL are all new with new digital control, new power, and new rotary dial rev limiter. The ignitions have been redesigned from the ground up. Some of the major changes include 535 volts through redline rpm, digital controls provide superior spark accuracy, rotary dials for easy rev limit setting, maintains footprint dimensions with shorter profile, and locking, sealed clip holds all wires.
MSD put all digital controls inside so that the box delivers more power while drawing less current from the vehicle's electrical system. MSD then added a sealing, locking connector that all of the wires are routed through to add to the clean look and make installations even easier. Finally, for the 6AL the rev limiter was turned into two rotary dials and moved to the face of the ignition for easy adjustment in 100-rpm increments.
MSD Ignition
(915) 857-5200
www.msdignition.com
A Wrench for Every Job
For the first time, all six Liquid Wrench specialty spray lubricant and penetrant products are available in a convenient 5-1/2-ounce size as part of a highly requested Sample Pack. This six-pack of products is available at Lowe's stores and other major retailers for $17.97.Included in the Sample Pack are the following products: Lubricating Oil, Penetrating Oil, Silicone Spray, Dry Lubricant, Chain Lube, and White Lithium Grease.
Liquid Wrench
www.liquidwrench.com
Don't Swallow
OTB Gear has introduced one of the neatest little devices around to keep your classic carbs breathing freely: Bug Domes.
With all stainless steel construction, this super sturdy screen inserts snugly into the throats of the popular 97s, 94s, and 81s (and other models as well). Their exclusive design also allows for the addition of slipover carb stacks for that bad-to-the-bone look.
Bug Domes will keep that rogue locust (or dropped screw) from getting sucked into your engine and ruining your day.
OTB Gear
(909) 595-4995
www.otbgear.com
First Cast
Genuine Boyds now offers its first cast wheel. The new Vintage-5, part of the Cruizer series designed by Chris and the late, legendary Boyd Sr., is an affordable option to the Genuine Boyds popular 6061 T6 billet Junk Yard Dog.
The Vintage-5 is constructed using a precision A-356 cast center that is 360-degree mig-welded into Genuine Boyds' new forged 6061 T6 one-piece seamless soft lip rim. Boyds' new 6061-forged one-piece seamless rim is a genuine technological breakthrough in two-piece wheel technology and the 6061 T6 alloy polishes to a brilliant luster that will not give your wheels the "two-tone" effect of a duller 5000 series rim shell.
The new Vintage-5 is built-to-order specific to your car. Custom bolt circles and custom backspacing are available in 1/8-inch increments. The Vintage-5 is available in 17-, 18-, and 20-inch diameters and 6- to 15-inch widths. Various finishes are available including polished, powdercoated, old-school finish and Boyds new PermaStar PVD bright chrome and PermaStar PVD black chrome-a first for two-piece wheels. Both PermaStar finishes are warranted for five years.
Genuine Boyds
(866) 952-2693
www.billetwheel.com
Internal Workings
Wilwood Engineering's 11-inch and 12.19-inch Internal Drum e-brake rear kits for '59-64 Chevys are designed for the Chevy rearend housing and they complement Wilwood front brake kits. The kits are available in two sizes: PN140-11827 features Dynapro calipers and 11-inch rotors that work with most 15-inch wheels and some 14-inch wheels that are designed to clear disc brakes; PN140-11828 features Dynalite calipers and larger 12.19-inch rotors that will also work with some 15-inch wheels and all of the larger aftermarket wheels.
The brake kit features Wilwood's internal drum parking brake design that allows an efficient parking brake system that's easy to install via a parking brake cable system. The kit can be ordered in a black finish with standard rotors or you can upgrade the kit and use red powdercoated calipers and drilled and slotted rotors for excellent braking efficiency and an attractive appearance. This kit will work with all of Wilwood front brake kits.
Wilwood Engineering
(805) 388-1188
www.wilwood.com