Bells and Whistles July 07

Bells and Whistles July '07

Written by Randy Fish

New Engines for Older Cars Need This Oil Pan Let Moroso solve your engine swap woes when installing a third-generation, small-block Chevy with its newest wet-sump oil pan, designed for LS-Series engine applications. This 7-quart capacity, 6-inch deep pan (P/N 20140) is designed to fit 1968-72 Novas, 1965-72 Chevelles and 1967-69 Camaros. It features trap door baffling for improved oil control and has a clear zinc finish. For more information on this pan (including dimensions), or if you have any other questions regarding Moroso's extensive product line, visit www.moroso.com or contact the Tech Department at (203) 458-0546. Moroso Performance Products, 80 Carter Drive, Dept. DR, Guilford, CT 06437.
Quick Fuel's Convert-a-Bowl Kit Whether your ride is a quarter-mile monster or a highly detailed boulevard cruiser, every car can benefit from a refined fuel system. The engineering minds at Quick Fuel Technology have taken four-barrel carburetor technology to the next level with the new Q-Series fuel bowl conversion kit. Designed as a direct replacement for dual-feed QFT and Holley carbs, benefits include a 1-pound weight savings over traditional bowls, dual sight windows, internal baffles, and a stunning clear chromate finish for added flash and durability. The Q-Series Conversion Kit costs less than $100 and includes two lightweight aluminum fuel bowls and two aluminum fuel inlet plugs. Reusable non-stick fuel bowl gaskets are also provided, as well as nylon gaskets for the fuel inlets, bowl screws, and needle and seat. Designed to increase carburetor performance and consistency in high-performance racing and street conditions, the Q-Series conversion kit takes less than 15 minutes to install. Combined with Quick Fuel's line of carburetor service parts, the kit can revitalize most Double Pumper(r) carburetors. QFT fuel bowls have multiple patents and accept all conventional service and replacement components. For more info contact Quick Fuel Technology, 129 Dishman Lane, Dept. DR, Bowling Green, KY 42101, call (270) 793-0900, or visit www.quickfueltechnology.com.
Custom Driver Race Suits - Made in the USA A combination of function, performance and fit is what distinguishes this exciting new line of custom driver suits. Impact Racing suits feature the exclusive ImpactMAX, a revolutionary, high-performance suit liner. ImpactMAX is a fire-resistant, moisture evacuation Aramid that is inherently compatible with the most common exterior fabrics, and actually enhances overall suit performance, unlike some carbon-based products on the market today. Custom Suits Impact Standard race suits set the benchmark for suit styles (choose one of theirs, or design your own); Impact offers options, fabrics, plus in-house design and embroidery (including a 48-inch field machine). All custom suits are made in the USA at the Impact factory in Indianapolis. Base suits start with your choice of two or more layers, from SFI-5 to SFI-20 ratings. Select your color range from European Nomex(r) exterior fabrics and then select your options, such as type of collar, type of pant leg, box quilting, pockets, one or two-piece. Then, add your measurements, your own custom design and send it to Impact for a quote. Top-Quality Impact Racing driver suits start at $937 racer net. Impact Racing is a Bill Simpson company that competes directly with and is not affiliated with Simpson Performance Products. For more information contact Impact Racing, 1650 Northfield Dr., Bldg. A-100, Dept. DR, Brownsburg, IN 46112, call (317) 852.3067, or visit www.impactraceproducts.com.
Muscle Car Electronic Ignition and Coil Conversion Kits from Crane To optimize the performance of its innovative XR-i unit that converts point-type distributors to state-of-the-art digital technology, Crane has introduced kits that also include the appropriate high-energy coil. The kits are now available for 1955-81 Pontiac V-8, 1957-74 Chevy V-8, 1959-74 Ford V-8, and 1967-up Oldsmobile V-8 engines (with single point distributors). The benefits of converting from points to a digital ignition include faster starts, pinpoint timing accuracy for improved performance and fuel economy, plus the elimination of point "bounce." Moreover, the XR-i eliminates the need to replace or adjust points. It is fully sealed from moisture and dirt to provide total reliability! The XR-i also comes with a built-in rev limiter (the industry's first and only conversion to do so), and can be set anywhere from 4,000 to 8,000 rpm. Installing the XR-i is quick and easy, as it attaches in the same location as the original points, and requires only a two-wire hook-up. Everything fits inside the original distributor cap, so the conversion is "restoration perfect" from the outside, and it's 50-state emissions legal (C.A.R.B. EO #D-225-67). Included in the kit is a Crane PS20 premium quality canister-style coil that provides 20 to 50-percent greater energy at the spark plug than typical stock coils. It fits most OE brackets. Contact Crane Cams, 530 Fentress Boulevard, Dept. DR, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, call (386) 258-6174, or visit www.cranecams.com.
Jesel Comp Series Shaft Rockers -Race-Ready, Easy on the Wallet If you're a Sportsman racer, you need every edge you can get no matter how often you race. JESEL's Comp Series shaft rockers provide that edge with efficiency, durability and affordability that are unmatched in the industry. Due to JESEL's state-of-the-art machining centers, JESEL is able to offer high-end shaft rocker systems at budget prices with the same precision and quality the company is famous for. Based on a profile-machined, 7068 alloy body, the Comp Series rocker gets a top slot to reduce weight, pressed pin nose roller, profiled tail, and a vibratory surface finish. It's fitted with a centerless-ground, alloy steel shaft, Torrington shaft needle bearings, and 4340 alloy steel cup adjuster. A billet steel stand provides a strong, stable base for precise, high-rpm durability. Additionally, you can choose options like ARP 12-point hardware, shot-peened surface finish, heavy-duty needle bearing nose roller (3/8-inch-wide) or a clipped-pin nose roller. Priced from $995, Comp Series shaft rockers are available in a variety of ratios, pivot lengths and offsets, for most popular O.E. and aftermarket cylinder heads. For more info contact JESEL, 1985 Cedarbridge Ave., Dept. DR, Lakewood, NJ 08701, call (732) 901-1800, or visit www.jesel.com.
Outlaw(tm) Shifter Handle TCI(r) makes trans-brake, roll stop or nitrous control easier with new bolt-on grip replacement for the NHRA/IHRA-legal, reverse-lockout Outlaw(tm) shifter. Lack of concentration is the number one cause of inconsistent results on the track. You can't expect your driver to reach for poorly placed buttons and switches and still do his best job at the tree or the finish line. TCI engineers have found a way to make the job of driving your car easier by creating a bolt-on replacement shifter grip handle (P/N 618008), which incorporates an electronic, thumb-activated micro-switch for the NHRA/IHRA-legal Outlaw shifter. This ergonomic thumb switch makes smooth activation and release of trans-brake, roll stop, or even nitrous, easy by allowing you to keep your hand on the shifter handle. This grip handle's precision micro-switch positioning was inspired by equipment used in today's military fighters to increase driver concentration, reduce driver fatigue, and help the team attain consistent results. The bolt-on grip handle is a direct replacement for the standard Outlaw shifter grip handle, takes only minutes to install and connect, and comes complete with the necessary hardware and simple installation instructions. For more information about the TCI Outlaw shifter grip handle with micro-switch or any other TCI product call (888) 776-9824 or visit www.tciauto.com.
Special Tools for Carbon Fiber DRAG RACER Magazine was proud to introduce Perma-Grit tools to Kenny Bernstein Racing earlier this year, during construction of the Monster Energy/Lucas Oil Funny Car. Made from tough tungsten carbide, they're specially designed to work high-tech composite materials (like carbon fiber) and leave a clean edge behind. Shown is an assortment of sanding and shaping tools including two handle files, rolls, angle, half-round, and flat. Traditional tools are not efficient at sanding or shaping composite materials, having a tendency to either chip or melt them. For nearly 20 years Perma-Grit Tools has been manufacturing and developing a range of professional abrasive tools, which are made by brazing tungsten carbide grit to steel in a furnace. This permanently bonds the grit to the surface, which results in the abrasive being able to cut the softest materials to some of the hardest, while delivering far better results over conventional tools. Standard, run-of-the-mill files are made from hardened steel and have a serrated cutting surface. Once this edge is worn, the file will not cut effectively and will need replacing. Perma-Grit tools, however, are made from a much harder material, and have thousands of individual cutting edges, enabling them to cut in any direction (and last longer). The grit spacing is much wider than conventional sandpapers, which keeps the cutting surface cleaner and prevents them from loading. Also available are countersinks, cut-off wheels, sanding blocks, and much more. Visit www.permagrit.com for info (and to locate a U.S. dealer near you), or call +44 (0) 1529 455-0304 in England.
Motorspot Racing Shoes -Good Looking Kicks to Match Your Ride Now that you have a great car, why not slap on comfortable shoes that were designed and built for the auto enthusiast? With great looks, styles and colors, they're perfect for driving, and Motorspot even has fireproof racing styles. To learn more contact Motorspot, Inc. Dept. DR, (760) 731-8303 or go online to www.motorspot.com.
At Last -A Nitrous Oxide Pressure Control System! Carnivore Performance Products has developed the first fully enclosed nitrous oxide pressure control system. The Nitrousaurus-X provides both heating and cooling functions and will maintain the exact temperature that you want. This will keep the nitrous bottle pressure in the sweet spot relative to the nitrous system manufacturer's recommended pressure, resulting in maximum horsepower at all times. The system is NHRA/IHRA/NMCA/NMRA/NSCA approved for all classes that permit nitrous oxide use. The system is made in the USA and was awarded U.S. Patent No. 6,889,513. Providing advanced microprocessor temperature control technology combined with a state-of-the-art Peltier Heat Junction, the Nitrousaurus-X system was designed for heads-up, index and/or bracket racing where performance and consistency are the most important factors. The system can allow any nitrous-assisted vehicle to be as consistent as any other naturally aspirated vehicle. This means that anyone can enjoy the cost-effective horsepower of a nitrous oxide injection system and still maintain a consistent tune-up for a real winning combination. For more info call Carnivore Performance Products at (866) 405-8795 or visit www.gotsqueeze.com.
10-Degree Titanium Super Locks COMP Cams(r) has introduced 10-Degree Titanium Super Locks(tm). Often referred to as "keepers" or "split locks," these strong, lightweight valve locks deliver premium performance benefits. Regardless of their diminutive size, COMP Cams has spent a considerable amount of time designing and testing valve locks to improve their performance and the reliability of the overall valve train. The new 10-Degree Titanium Super Locks are not only strong and lightweight, reducing valve train mass, but incorporate a 10-degree square groove lock facing for premium valve holding ability. They must be used with 10-degree titanium valve spring retainers and square-groove valve lock compatible valves. 10-Degree Titanium Super Locks are available for purchase in single sets (2) and for four, six and eight-cylinder engine applications. For more information call COMP Cams at (800) 999-0853 or click on www.compcams.com.
Doug's Long Tube Headers for Big-block Chevys The original Doug's Headers D320, tuned long tube, is specifically designed to fit big-block Chevrolets in very confining engine compartment environments and still provide the maximum ground clearance possible. Applications include, '67-69 Camaro and '68-72 Chevy II and Novas. These headers are built with 3/8-inch thick flanges at the cylinder head and feature three-bolt outlet flanges. The four-tube, SAP port, under-chassis exit design is made from 16-gauge tubing for durability with 2-inch primary tubes and 3 1/2-inch collectors for increased horsepower and torque at higher rpm. They come standard with a polished high luster heat and corrosion-resistant metallic ceramic coating for a rich appearance and long life. Doug's headers come complete with reducers, extra thick 1,100º F rated gaskets and premium installation hardware. Please contact their customer service department for a catalog and the name of your local dealer. Doug's Headers, 440 E. Arrow Hwy., Dept. DR, San Dimas, CA 91773, call (909) 599-5955, or visit www.pertronix.com.
Dart Platinum Series PRO 1 Cylinder Heads The new Dart Platinum Series PRO 1 aluminum cylinder heads for small-block and big-block Chevy V-8s are the direct descendents of Dart's Pro Stock engine program, incorporating sophisticated wet-flow technology and improved combustion efficiency. Affordable Platinum Series PRO 1 heads offer exceptional performance in street/strip, bracket racing, marine, and high-performance applications. Both applications retain the original bolt locations and use stock and aftermarket bolt-on components. The intake seats of these new heads have five distinct angles, which is a direct result of Dart's wet-flow testing. Each of the five angles provides a shear point for the fuel to go into suspension before it enters the chamber. The valves are back-cut to condition the fuel before it enters the chamber. As a result, the engine pulls more fuel and makes more power. The spark plugs are located as close to the top (and center) of the combustion chambers as possible, shortening the distance that the flame front must travel and producing a more uniform pressure rise in the cylinder. For more information contact Dart Machinery, 353 Oliver Dr., Dept. DR, Troy, MI 48084, call (248) 362-1188, or visit www.dartheads.com. DR