NEW PRODUCTS
BY TOM COMERRO
FENTON HEADER
Egge Machine Company has an assortment of Fenton headers available. Chevy
216, 235, and 261 cast-iron headers, with flanges, fit most vehicles 1937-’ 62. These
headers are perfect for the inline-six, which has become a very popular choice
among hot rodders as they continue to create and differentiate. Also available
are Ford cast-iron headers with flanges. They fit most chassis from 1937-’ 53 with
stock steering gears. Give Egge a call, as modifications may be necessary, depending on your application. Cost: $260 (Chevy set); $290 (Ford set).
Contact:
Egge Machine Company
800-866-3443
www.egge.com
COMPETITIVE GAUGING
Auto Meter releases its Competition Series of gauges and instrumentation. Developed in conjunction with top NASCAR teams, the Competition Series gauges
incorporate significant advancements in precision, visibility and functionality. The black-faced instruments feature an expanded viewable area while still
maintaining a compact 21/16-inch size. Enhanced with pro-control functionality,
these instruments allow drivers to focus on the competition, while the gauges
control key vehicle systems and alert the driver to warning conditions. The
gauges allow the driver to set custom programmable activation and deactivation
points for key functions such as lights, fans, switches and pumps. Full Dial Red
Warning Notification stands out nicely to highlight need for driver attention.
Cost: $65 (water gauge,
call for other gauges).
Contact:
Auto Meter
866-248-6356
www.autometer.com
CRANK HANDLE POWER
Electric-Life has come up with a
solution for keeping that traditional look for your door panel
while adding modern convenience and comfort. Their new
Crank Handle Switch has the
appearance of an old crank handle, while operating your power
windows. Made in the USA, the
switch is CNC machined from
military grade Delrin, a lightweight, wear-resistant thermoplastic. The switch will work on
both reverse polarity and straight
power window motors, delivering
20 amps of power to the motor.
Different shaft choices are available providing quality and precise installation on any vehicle.
Cost: $126 retail.
Contact:
Electric-Life Power Window Systems
and Accessories
800-548-2168
www.electric-life.com
THUNDERBIRD WHEELS Motorspot, Inc. releases their new wire wheels specifically for the ’55-’ 67 Thunderbird. The wheels, which feature four-layer chrome plating, maintain the original look and appearance. The wire wheels have the correct offsets for each year Thunderbird, 56 spokes, with a bolt pattern 5 on 4. 5. Included are the steel spinners with the logo emblems available in black, blue, green, red or chrome. The wheels will clear your fender skirts; please call for spe- cific dimensions and applications. Cost: $1,650 (set of four). Contact: Motorspot, Inc. 760-731-8303 www.hobbycar.com
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