Racing Equipment News 1215 Issue

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8 | Racing Equipment News and SEMA Show Photo Gallery

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A photographic look at the exciting 2015 SEMA Show!

14 | SEMA Show NEW Product Showcase A comprehensive group of performance products for all forms of racing..

22 | Reach the Unreachable The new WD-40 EZ-Reach Helps Automotive Pros & Enthusiasts

28 | 24 | Champion Race Oil

Design Engineering, Inc Wrap it up!

High Zinc Synthetic Blends and Full Synthetic Oils

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DEI’s ONYX Series™ Turbo Shield

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Welcome to Racing Equipment News... Where power & performance products are our passion!

We are excited about the launch of our very first issue. We are a product based interactive magazine and website geared for today’s racer and racing enthusiast. We cover all forms of racing from drag, oval both dirt and asphalt, road, and off-road racing. How the magazine works.

As you read about these great products, you will be able to click on different links that allow you to go directly to the company website, specific product or a video to give you even more interaction and information on the product or services.

This first issue focuses on the fantastic companies and products at the 2015 SEMA Show in the Las Vegas Convention Center. The new products article covers some of the many new products that were on display at the show and the photo gallery shows the quality of the cars and products on display.

Hope you enjoy this magazine and if you know a racer or performance enthusiast sign them up at www.racingequipmentnews.com/sign-up or www.racingequipmentnews.com/magazine its FREE. As alway keep on pursuing more power & performance but most importantly keep on racing!

Sincerely,

Clint W. Cabiness Publisher | Racing Equipment News clint@racingequipmentnews.com www.racingequipmentnews.com PS. Be sure to check out our January issue. It will be our Drag Racing Buyer’s Guide and will focus on drag racing products to get you from A to B. Be sure to check this issue out.

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The 2015 SEMA Show officially kicked off Tuesday morning (Nov. 3rd – Nov. 6th) where all the top racing and performance equipment manufacturers, congregated at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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Racing Equipment News was present for this fantastic event and has compiled a comcomprehensive group of performance products for all forms of racing. If performance is your quest here are some great products for you to view.

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Champion® Octane Booster IMPROVES HORSEPOWER AND INCREASES ACCELERATION. Safely stops knocks, pings, hesitation and restores power. Reduces the need for premium and increase acceleration.

Champion provides the strongest street legal Octane Booster anywhere. Treats up to 16 gallons. {READ MORE} www.ChampionBrands.com

aFe Power DFS780 Series Clear High-Impact Polycarbonate Sight Glass: Allows visual inspection of fuel.

Helical Bronze Spur Gears: Bronze gears more forgiving of contaminants than steel gears. The Helical spur gear design runs quieter than straight cut gears.

Billet 6061-T6 Aluminum Manifold: Eliminates porosity concerns with cast aluminum.

“Marine Grade” Motor: Protected against dust intrusion and powerful water jets. {READ MORE} www.afepower.com 888-901-7693

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Speedmaster™ Ford 9” rated 1200 horse power The aluminum available today is vastly different from that of years past.

Technology has made aluminum products stronger and more durable.

Knowing this, The Speedmaster engineers decided to have an aluminum Ford 9” dropout case built.You may say to yourself, “That’s nothing new, other companies have been making them for years,” and that’s true; but as in every Speedmaster™ product, we look closely at what’s out in the marketplace and how it can be improved. {READ MORE} www.speedmaster79.com 909-605-1123 DECEMBER 2015

Sonic Tools 132 Pcs. Filled Suitcase The Sonic Suitcase with 132 tools is a rolling toolbox with 79 elasticated tool holders and a bottom tray for subdividing. Features 11 tool holders in the tray cover and an assortment of 5 inserts within the tray itself. In the suitcase there is a double sided tool panel with 28+17 tool holders, as well as a document holder. {READ MORE} www.sonictoolsusa.com 844-407-6642

Crane Cams The RaceMax GM LS Camshaft Series is designed specifically for all-out drag racing applications and is compatible with nitrous oxide systems. These cams can be used with all LS and Gen III/Gen IV platforms featuring three-bolt timing sets, but RaceMax profiles are primarily for aggressive built engines with internal modifications and upgrades. {READ MORE} www.cranecams.com

PROFORMŽ Race Series Carburetor, 750 CFM, Mechanical Secondary Finally an affordable high-performance race carburetor! PROFORM’s new Race Series Carburetor is hand assembled in the U.S. utilizing the PROFORM HighFlow Carburetor Main Body, durable billet metering blocks, and a high performance billet throttle baseplate. {READ MORE} www.proformparts.com DECEMBER 2015

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SHOWCASE QA1 Circle Track Driveshafts QA1 currently manufactures carbon fiber driveshafts for dirt late models. Available in all popular lengths with U-joints and an optional slip yoke, these driveshafts are lighter, stiffer, stronger and safer than aluminum and steel driveshafts. Custom lengths are also available. {READ MORE} www.qa1.net 800-721-7761

K&N Cold Air Intake Systems K&N is clearly the defined leader in high quality performance cold air intake systems for car and trucks.

We feel it is one of the best dollars to horsepower investments you can make for your vehicle. Our first air intake kit was built in 1992. K&N manufactures over 500 different part numbers and our team of engineers are constantly designing, building and testing new air intake systems.

Many K&N air intake systems are street legal in all 50 states and include a California Air Resource Board (CARB) Executive Order (EO) number that ensures the intake kit has been tested to comply with emissions standards. {READ MORE} www.knfilters.com 800-858-3333

Eibach PRO-TRUCK Sport Shocks Take your truck performance to the next level!

Engineered using the same industry-leading shock technology found in SCORE, CORR, Dakar and WRC racing, the Eibach PRO-TRUCK shocks deliver maximum performance on or off-road.

Eibach PRO-TRUCK Sport shocks are built to tackle any road. {READ MORE} www.Eibach.com 800-507-2338

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C&R Ice Barrel Intercooler The new Ice Barrel intercooler uses C&R revolutionary seamless round leading edge tube design with an internal fin, which incorporates a straight through design improving heat transfer for less pressure drop. Utilizes a unique straight through tube arrangement like the “Liquid to Air” Barrel design, however the “Ice Barrel” is designed to specifically run dry ice. {READ MORE} www.crracing.com 317-293-4100

WELD GT-S Wheels The All new forged GT-S max performance wheel.

Specifically designed for pro-touring and ultra high performance modern muscle sports cars. New 2-pc construction allows precise fit and uncompromising style. Highest quality spun 6000 series rims and extremely strong forged centers create ultimate strength and looks. {READ MORE} www.weldwheels.com 800-788-9353

Race Ramps 10” 2-Piece Trailer Ramps The 10” 2-Piece Trailer Ramps (RR-TR-10-2), which are a convenient option between the existing 9” (RR-TR-9-FLP) and 11” (RR-TR-11-2) Trailer Ramps currently offered. The new 10” 2-Piece Trailer Ramp is 131” L x 14” W x 10” H and supports a 6,000 lb. vehicle. The 2-piece design allows for easy maneuvering and transporting between uses.

Race Ramps’ line of Trailer Ramps originated to provide a solution to safely and easily get low ground clearance vehicles on and off trailers without scraping or damaging the nose of the vehicle. {READ MORE} www.raceramps.com 866-464-2788 DECEMBER 2015

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Pitboxes All Aluminum construction. Sixteen drawer roller bearing tool box with a large storage drawer beneath drawer systems, storage compartment between drawer system, storage compartment on end.

This box has a pull handle and spray on liner that covers the top. {READ MORE} www.Pitboxes.com 888-274-8679

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Maxxis Victra VR1 Designed for drivers that want it all. New compound that reaches operating temperature quickly and provides excellent dry traction while retaining good heat cycling properties. New reinforced casing and sidewall design provide telepathic respones for the ultimate driving experience. {READ MORE} www.maxxis.com

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iRACEWEIGH™ SCALE SYSTEM The iRaceWeigh™ Wireless Scale System is the most convenient way for scaling your car using an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod Touch® or any smartphone or tablet for Android™. The iRaceWeigh™ Module communicates with your Intercomp scales through fully integrated RFX™ Wireless Weighing Technology, providing you with complete control over your scales, including the ability to zero them, change units, save weights, and send reports via email for future analysis.. {READ MORE} www.intercompracing.com

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NEW WD-40 EZ-REACH HELPS AUTOMOTIVE PROS & ENTHUSIASTS GET WD-40 MULTI-USE PRODUCT INTO HARD-TO-REACH AREAS New Can Features Long, Flexible Straw that Bends and Keeps its Shape D-40 Company is introducing WD-40 EZ-REACHTM to better meet the needs of automotive professionals and enthusiasts who use WD-40® MultiUse Product to get the job done.

For more than 60 years, automotive professionals and enthusiasts have used WD-40 Multi-Use Product to get their jobs done, but many have expressed the challenge of getting the formula into tight and hard-to-reach places.

The new WD-40 EZ-REACH, which features an attached, 8-inch flexible straw that bends and keeps its shape, allows users to get around corners and crevices to deliver WD-40 Multi-Use Product exactly where it’s needed.

“WD-40 EZ-REACH was designed with our end-users’ needs and wants in mind,” said Tim Lesmeister, vice president of marketing at WD-40 Company.

This new delivery system gives automotive “professionals and enthusiasts the ability to reach the unreachable and accomplish difficult tasks in overhead areas, under the vehicle, or on specific sections of motors and engines, among numerous other uses.

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For more information about WD-40 EZ-REACH and how it can help automotive professionals and enthusiasts get WD-40 Multi-Use Product into hard-to-reach places, visit WD-40 Company at WD40.com/EZ.

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Champion Brands, LLC, originally Lowe Oil Co. founded by Ralph Lowe in 1956, is a globally recognized industry leader in specialty lubricants for over 58 years. Champion also produces and blends more than 300 products including fuel, oil and engine additives and lubricants for the automotive, heavy truck, agricultural and specialty markets.

Champion Brands understands the complexities of doing business in today’s market and is always looking for new and better ways to make your company more efficient and increase your bottom line. Quality products are more than a commitment at Champion; our high standards define the way we do business.

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HIGH ZINC Synthetic Blend Racing Oil Purpose Built Performance Champion® Racing Motor Oils are purpose built products designed for severe racing applications.

These products contain Champion’s proprietary TVS® (Thermal Viscosity Stabilizer), special lubricity modifiers, and a premium level of anti-wear additives which includes a high quantity of ZDDP. These additives are proven to meet the lubrication demands of competition engines, create a tough film strength,

which controls wear and provides more horsepower and torque in Dynamometer testing.

Champion® Racing Oils are suitable for use in all competition engines especially those using flat tappet and/or roller cams operating at high RPMs and requiring high-pressure (stiff) valve springs. These products are offered in a popular range of multi-viscosity SAE grades and formulated to meet the demands of most of today’s high performance race engines.

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• Provides exceptional low coefficient of friction

• Offers film strength and viscosity stability at higher temperatures

• Formulated for the protection of flat tappet cams, roller cams and bearings in turbo and super-charged racing engines

• Increases high-temp oil pressure and compression

• Compatible with all racing fuels including methanol • Provides upper cylinder anti-wear protection

• Reduces engine oil temperature

• Compatible with other petroleum and synthetic oils

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HIGH ZINC Full Synthetic Racing Oil CHAMPION RACING full synthetic motor oil is proven to provide more horsepower and torque than the leading brand of racing oil. These benefits are directly linked to Champion’s premium ZDDP anti-wear protection package, which contains a

or roller cams operating at high RPMs and requiring high-pressure (stiff) valve springs.

In addition, all CHAMPION RACING motor oils contain our exclusive TVS® (Thermal Viscosity Stabilizer) technology. This proprietary technology delivers unmatched film strength at high tempera-

unique balance of chemistry including high levels of zinc and phosphorus. Champion Synthetic Racing Oil is specially suited for those using flat tappet and/

tures, better piston ring seal for maximum compression, and increases the foot-pounds of torque in most engines.

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• Full synthetic formula provides lower coefficient of friction than conventional or synthetic blend motor oils

• Offers film strength and viscosity stability at higher temperatures with less drag

• Formulated for the protection of flat tappet cams, roller cams

• Protects bearings in turbo and super-charged racing engines

• Compatible with all racing fuels including methanol

• Provides upper cylinder anti-wear protection

• Full synthetic formula significantly reduces operating temperature

• Compatible with other petroleum and synthetic oils

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DEI EXO Series™ Extreme Use Exhaust & Pipe Wrap Premium wrap with stainless steel exoskeleton for superior heat protection

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Available in Black or Tan in 10’ or 20’ lengths Dual layer design for long term durability 304 grade stainless steel exoskeleton High heat protection Superior abrasion and impact protection

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hen it comes to off road, dirt track or desert racing, exhaust pipes and headers definitely take a beating and require an extra level of durability.

DEI has the solution. The new EXO Series™ Exhaust and Pipe Wrap is the toughest most effective thermal wrap on the market for headers and exhaust pipes that have repeated exposure to abrasion or high impact road or trail conditions. The EXO Series Wrap is designed to deliver both superior heat protection and resistance to harsh road, track or off road conditions, unlike any other wrap on the market today.

Developed for long-lasting durability, the EXO Series features a dual layer material constructed of high temperature glass fiber, encased in a 304 grade stainless steel exoskeleton—tough enough for the most extreme desert, dirt track or off-road conditions. With DEI’s new Air Gap technology, an insulating air barrier that keeps direct contact of the glass fiber wrap off the hot surface of the pipe, makes the EXO Series Exhaust and Pipe Wrap the preferred premium wrap for any truck or vehicle off-road or on the street.

The Exo Series Exhaust and Pipe Wrap is currently offered in both tan and black in a 1.5” width, and 10 and 20 foot lengths. Installation is made easier with the exterior exoskeleton that “locks in” when overlapped for a secure fit. Recommended use includes exhaust pipes, headers or for spot protection of pipes and components.

For more information about the EXO Series Exhaust and Pipe Wrap or other thermal control performance products, visit www.DesignEngineering.com, call DEI at 800-264-9472 or e-mail: Sales@DesignEngineering.com.To keep up with the latest new thermal performance products from Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI), like us on Facebook, or follow on Twitter.

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DEI ONYX Series™ Black Turbo Shield

Improves turbo performance - now available in smaller turbo sizes

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urbos are one of the easiest and most effective ways to add horsepower. DEI’s ONYX Series™ Turbo Shield maintains consistent temperature in the turbo to maximize efficiency and reduce lag.

Building on the popularity of DEI’s ONYX Series product offerings, DEI is now introducing the ONYX Series Black Turbo Shield for smaller sized turbos including Garrett®, Mitsubishi® and others. The ONYX Series Shield is available for the T22 (part #010161) or the T25 (part #010163), or as a kit: T22 Kit (part #010162) or T25 (part #010164).

For correct sizing, DEI recommends referring to the sizing chart located at www.designengineering.com.

The kit includes the black turbo shield made of premium heat resistant textiles and newly designed stainless steel attachment anchors, a 2” x 15’ premium roll of DEI black exhaust wrap, two stainless steel locking ties, and a roll of stainless steel locking wire.

For more information about the ONYX Series Black Turbo Shield, visit www.DesignEngineering.com, call DEI at 800-264-9472 or e-mail: Sales@DesignEngineering.com. To keep up with the latest new thermal performance products from Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI), like us on Facebook, or follow on Twitter.

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• ONYX Series™ outer shell • Highest grade silica liner • Premium stainless steel anchoring hooks • Ultimate thermal barrier reduces turbo lag • Protects rider and adds performance • Made in the USA • Available for GT22 and GT25 sizes • Available as a kit or turbo shield only • Each Kit Includes: DECEMBER 2015

ABOUT DESIGN ENGINEERING, INC. (DEI) Formed in 1995, Design Engineering Inc. (DEI) is a major U.S. manufacturer and supplier of high performance automotive aftermarket products selling worldwide to a large number of commercial markets – automotive and racing, V-Twin, Sportbike/Metric, ATV/UTV/ Off-road, 12 Volt/Car Audio, Industrial, Marine, and Aeronautical. DEI, located in Avon Lake, OH, specializes in the development of thermal and acoustic performance products as well as cryogenic intake systems and related accessories under the CryO2™ brand, nitrous oxide systems and accessories under the Ny-Trex™ brand, acoustical insulation and sound deadening products under the popular Boom Mat™ brand, as well as a full line of performance coolant additives under the brand Radiator Relief™.

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TURNIN’ UP THE HEAT!

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HOT WATER BOTTLE BATH HOT WATER BOTTLE BATHS ARE A QUICK, RELIABLE AND CONVENIENT WAY TO MAINTAIN CONSISTENT PRESSURE IN YOUR 10, 12, OR 15LB NITROUS BOTTLES. The Nitrous Express Hot Water Bottle Bath is the best engineered and the highest quality water based bottle heater available. The high strength composite tank design allowed us to build in features and benefits that would not be possible with welded metal tanks. The composite tank is stronger and more durable than a comparable metal tank plus the composite tank will never rust or oxidize.

The composite tank insulates better than metal tanks so the water heats quicker and the heater element does not have to turn on as often. The molded tank design also allowed us to house the electronics behind the front panel so you don’t have an ugly square box hanging off the front of the tank. We molded a separator shelf inside the tank which keeps the bottles from sliding into the heating element during transport. Carrying slots are flush molded into the side of the tank to minimize the space the tank occupies. The digital display is mounted on the top of the tank so you do not have to bend over to see the temperature setting. The digital control circuit is easy to set and automatically maintains water temperature within 1 degree of accuracy. We molded in multiple drain bungs and multiple mounting bungs so you have the flexibility to mount our supplied mounting brackets to the floor or back of the tank.

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NITROUS PLATE SYSTEM FOR THE RZR 800CC. NITROUS EXPRESS IS PROUD TO OFFER YOU THE FIRST NITROUS PLATE SYSTEM DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR A POLARIS RZR®!

This NX nitrous plate system bolts between the cylinder head and the intake boot of all RZR® 800’s and provides up to 40 additional horsepower at the flip of a switch. The nitrous and fuel solenoids are integrated into the nitrous plate which looks great and makes installation quick and easy. The system includes an electronic wide open throttle switch so the nitrous only activates at full throttle and automatically deactivates when you let your foot off the accelerator pedal. A direct plug in fuel rail adapter is included so there is no need to cut your factory fuel lines. The entire system can be installed in one afternoon with normal hand tools and will transform your RZR® 800 into a fire breathing monster! Click here to find out more.

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COMPLETE WITH: • Lightning Series integrated nitrous and

fuel solenoids • Braided stainless hoses • Billet nitrous plate • Fuel rail adapter • Relay and relay harness • TPS autolearn activation switch • Jetting for 10, 20, 30 and 40HP Available with no bottle, 2.5 or 5lb Nitrous Bottle and two stainless bottle brackets Nitrous Express Inc. (888) 463-2781

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MID-LENGTH HEDDERS FOR LS-SWAPPED CHEVY TRI-5 CARS It’s been almost 60 years since GM debuted the re-designed 1955 Chevy that would spark the Tri5 movement. To this day, the 1955 to ’57 Shoebox is one of the most desirable classic cars to own.

While purists tend to keep them in era-correct

panion LS conversion mount kits, to ensure they fit properly when you start putting wrench to bolt in your garage. The most popular of Husler’s Tri-5 header variations is the hybrid 1-3/4” midlength design, which provides the added ground

showroom trim, re-powering the Tri-5 with a modern LS based power plant has become so popular, that Hedman Husler Hedders, located in Alpharetta, GA, has designed and now manufactures, a very comprehensive collection of vehicle specific LS swap headers and polyurethane engine/transmission mount kits for classic Bowties with an LS swap... including the coveted Tri-5 models.

Husler’s mid-length and long tube design LS swap headers are engineered alongside their com-

and engine compartment clearance associated with a shorty-style hedder, while offering performance increases that rival their long-tube counterparts. These mid-lengths come fitted with Hedman’s gasketless ball/socket style collector.

For applications where something other than a mid-length style header is desired, Hedman Husler’s long tube models are available with 1-3/4, 1-7/8 or 2-inch primaries, and a 1-7/8” to 2” stepped model is even available for those seeking the most performance gains. Husler’s long tube

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Tri-5 header models have 3” slip-on style collectors.

All of Hedman Husler’s Muscle Rod Hedders have beefy 3/8-inch-thick flanges that keep the mandrel-bent primaries firmly attached to the engine, even under harsh competition conditions. Husler offers the choice of either unfinished, silver high-temp ceramic-metallic coating or a unique flat-black Black Maxx hi-temp ceramic-metallic coat-

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ing. Included with the headers is mounting hardware, O2 bungs, gaskets and installation instructions. Mid-lengths also include a weldon style ball & socket collector adapter for your exhaust.

All of Hedman Husler’s products, including these quality LS swap headers and engine/ tranny mount kits, are manufactured in the U.S.A.. For more information, call (770) 6648880 or visit www.LSswapkits.com.

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SIMPLIFY YOUR BUILD WITH HAMBURGER’S MULTI-POSITION OIL FILTER RELOCATION BASE

Billet aluminum oil filter relocation kits mount anywhere and plumb easily thanks to -12AN fittings and 180-degrees of rotation.

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Take the biggest, most powerful engine you can find and make it fit into your car’s engine bay – that is the basis of hot rodding. However, doing that can create any number of clearance issues, especially around the location of the oil filter. Even with the factory engine, there are still instances when filters can be hard to reach. Oil filter relocation kits were developed for just this reason, although with all of the different engine and car combinations, not everyone could use the same filter bases. Thankfully, Hamburger’s Performance Products has made

up the new oil lines is also a breeze thanks to the twin -12AN fittings that also allow for the easy addition of an oil cooler later on. But not only does this make engine swaps easier, oil changes are much easier too.

No more laying on the floor juggling a dripping oil filter. Now the filter can be changed without even jacking up the car.

CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aircraft aluminum, this product is built to last. The filter base is also red anodized for wear resistance and engraved with flow direction labels for easy port identification. These remote filter bases are

an adjustable filter base that gives you complete freedom to mount your filter virtually anywhere.

Never has there been a more versatile filter relocation base. The Hamburger’s Performance Multi-Position Filter Relocation Base can be mounted anywhere in the engine bay, rotated to the desired port orientation, then locked into position thanks to its unique two-piece design.

With 180 degrees of rotational movement, the filter base can be precisely rotated to aim the oil ports in the most convenient direction. Hooking

available for the three most popular filter sizes on the market – HP4, PH8A, and HP6. This gives you flexibility to choose the right size filter to meet the needs of your engine while working within the space limitations of your engine bay. Starting at just $165, these filter bases won’t break the bank either.

For more information on Hamburger Performance’s Multi-Position Oil Filter Relocation Units, please call (562) 921-0404 or visit www.hamburgersperformance.com

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TRANS DAPT DRIVESHAFT LOOPS NHRA-legal driveshaft loops now available for 4th Gen Camaros, Fox Mustangs & Universal Kits Racking up 11-second time slips used to be a nearly unattainable goal for weekend warriors, but it’s now commonplace to see street driven muscle cars pulling the front wheels and breaking the 10-second barrier thanks to modern launch controls and powerful new engine tech. Cars running this fast must meet strict NHRA safety regulations, one of which is the requirement for a driveshaft loop.

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Trans Dapt Performance now offers affordable and easy to install NHRA-compliant driveshaft loops for 4th-Gen Camaros, Firebirds, and Trans Ams, Fox-Body Mustangs, and a universal bolt-in application.

NHRA rules require a driveshaft loop on any vehicle that runs the quarter mile quicker than 13.99-seconds while running slicks or quicker than 11.49-seconds on street tires. The reason for this requirement is to keep the driveshaft from digging into the ground or piercing the floorpan of the vehicle in the event of a front universal joint failure, possibly causing a sudden loss of vehicle control or serious injury to the driver.

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To comply with these rules, Trans Dapt’s driveshaft loops are made out of two-inch wide, quarter-inch thick steel and are powder coated for corrosion resistance.

Recognizing that the 1993-2002 Camaro/ Firebird and 1978-1993 Ford Mustang are some of the most popular drag cars among amateur racers, Trans Dapt made sure to have bolt-in solutions for these vehicles. The F-Body loop (Part# 4141) replaces the light duty factory crossmember, fits both automatic and 6-speed manual transmission models, and provides clearance for up to a 2.5-inch y-pipe. The Fox Body Mustang

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loop (Part# 9813) fits snug to the floorpan for maximum clearance and is predrilled for easy installation. For all other applications, the universal bolt-in driveshaft loop (Part# 4140) is adjustable to be compatible with just about any vehicle’s driveshaft height.

Trans Dapt driveshaft loops come with all hardware necessary for installation and meet all current (2013) NHRA regulations for safety equipment. For more information on Trans-Dapt’s driveshaft loops please call (562) 921-0404 or visit www.tdperformance.com.

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