Around 'N Around
Ace Metal has introduced the Pioneer Series of milled aluminum shift knobs, spotlighting the men and women of motorsports and hot rod building. The series includes shift knobs, license plate frames, valve cover caps, trailer hitch covers, etc. Some of the licensed names include Norm Grabowski, Don "Big Daddy" Garlits, Ed "Isky" Iskenderian, Clay "Mr. Horsepower" Smith, Howard's Cams, Zora Arkus-Duntov, and Chevrolet, all officially licensed to Ace Metal.
For more information, contact Ace Metal at (650) 856-3317, or visit www.hotrodbettie.com.
What's That?
A new lineup of camouflage tool storage units from Snap-on Inc. includes a roll cab with steel worktop (PN KRL1022PMK), a work center (PN KRL1022WCPMK), and a locker (PN KRL1012BPMK), and will only be offered as a special limited edition.
The camouflage units, part of Snap-on's top-of-the-line Masters Series, are made in the USA and come in a licensed Mossy Oak Break Up pattern with textured black power paint. The pattern is featured on the aluminum drawer fronts, case trim, work center lock rail, and the 46-inch Snap-on logo inside of the top chest lid. The units also feature a galvanized steel top coated with an Armoredge bedliner for superior protection against wear and tear.
For more information, contact Snap-on Inc. at (877) 762-7662, or visit www.snapon.com.
Hot Rod Headlights
Finally, the classic Guide headlight has been reborn, and they appear to be better than ever! OTB Gear has announced the availability of undoubtedly the most popular hot rod headlight design of all time-and it's now available in four different finish combinations.
OTB's Classic Guide 682-C incorporates a host of improvements over the original '40s design. The 682-C components are available in both chrome and/or primed steel, allowing you to mix and match components to your taste. They can also be wired through the mounting bolts or with the use of conduit, and the mounting flanges for the die-cast parking/turn signal shell install inside or outside the housing. The units accommodate 7-inch sealed beams available anywhere. So, don't waste precious garage time hunting for headlights, call OTB Gear instead-you'll be glad you did.
For more information, contact OTB Gear at (909) 595-4995, or visit www.otbgear.com.
The Great Coverup
The outside world is full of hazards that can permanently damage the finish on your street rod's sheetmetal. Wax and polish offer some protection, but only a well-designed car cover can prevent the elements from stripping that wax right off the finish. California Car Cover Company's California Stormweave and Noah form-fitting vehicle covers are individually crafted to deliver precise, body-hugging protection for vehicles.
The Stormweave cover features excellent water-resistant capabilities. Created with a four-layer construction, it includes two contour layers composed of short, dense fibers that act as a moisture barrier to repel water, while allowing passage of air. Its concentrated fabric is resistant to tears, and provides maximum cushioning against annoying parking lot dings. For days when the weather is more amenable, this cover also protects against 99 percent of damaging ultraviolet rays, delivering an ultraviolet protection factor of 180.
Made of Kimberly Clark's patented Noah material, it stops virtually all dust, dirt, and pollution before it reaches a vehicle's finish or interior. The space-age Noah fabric, made with "breathable film" technology, provides maximum protection in all weather conditions. The California Stormweave and Noah covers can be laundered in a household washing machine and dryer. California Stormweave covers start at $159.99 for cars, and $209.99 for trucks and SUVs. Noah covers are priced from $179.99 for cars, and $239.99 for trucks and SUVs.
For more information, contact California Car Cover Company at (800) 423-5525, or visit www.calcarcover.com.
Fingertip Control
Converting your power windows to One Touch Down is made easy with this add-on module. It works with all 12-volt power window motors and switches. Hotronics has an easy-to-install unit that works even with windows that drag a bit in the channels, as well as on chopped tops or one-piece glass conversions with channels that are not always perfectly aligned and smooth like new cars.
Hotronics OTC-1 eliminates the erratic operation found in all offshore-brand one-touch controls and is not affected by changing motor loads like the competitors' import brands. Hotronics OTC-1 can be stopped at any time simply by rocking your window switch in the up position. Built-in relay makes for a clean and easy, no-hassle installation, and everything is 100 percent USA-built.
For more information, contact Hotronics at (714) 971-8543, or visit www.hotronicsproducts.com.