By Tommy Parry After catching a glimpse of a pro-touring-spec ‘65 GTO, Dave became obsessed—he knew he’d have to have his own car in this particular style. He’d had a ’66 SS396 and another ’65 LeMans in recent years, but he wasn’t set on using those models for a new build. Instead, he’d always… Continue reading Dave's '64 Tempest

Brice Thomas Radiator recently announced the acquisition of US Radiator from Vernon, California, which will allow the radiator specialists to expand their offerings to new and loyal customers. The expanded operation has since opened up a brand new state-of-the-art 38,000 square foot facility located in Alabama dedicated to manufacturing copper brass radiators and radiator cores… Continue reading Brice Thomas Radiator Acquires US Radiator

Story and Photos by Howie Zechner   After what seems like an eternity on April 28 the Mecum Motorcycle Auction is returning to Las Vegasfor a four day bidding war and entertainment fiesta. Moved to the Convention Center this year it’s amust see, must be event as this Sin City extravaganza features some the finest… Continue reading The Action Packed Las Vegas Mecum Motorcycle Auction

While at Prock Performance Jeff took me over to Applied Nitrous Technology. Applied specializes in matching nitrous systems to each customer’s engine, car, class/venue, and goals. And while nitrous is in the name, they offer a wide array of products and services to help their customers achieve their goals.   They offers HOLLEY EFI systems,… Continue reading SHOP STOP – APPLIED NITRIOUS

Great time with Jeff  Prock at PROCK PERFORMANCE …Whether you need a complete engine, updates, new pistons, a custom camshaft, an EFI system, track tuning (in person or remote), a turbo, a supercharger, or a carburetor,  PP has the experience and resources to improve your racing program. Developed. Tested. Proven. PP is the shop specializing… Continue reading SHO STOP – PROCK PERFORMANCE

Words: Tommy Parry “I beat on her; she’s purpose built. If she turns out sorta pretty then no complaints. I drive her hard—no $10,000 paint jobs here,” Matt began. With that level of disdain for the car, one might be surprised to learn this Chevelle was a family heirloom. His grandfather bought it new with… Continue reading Matt's LQ4-Powered Chevelle

On the road to see another rodding friend Rob at LAND SPEED AUTOMOTIVE in beautiful Hilton Head, SC .. LSA s full of hot rods, vintage cars and dragsters, but although customizations are the passion, they can also make sure your daily driver is safe and runs its best.   LSA can also upgrade your… Continue reading SHOP STOP – LAND SPEED AUTO

Stopped by to see Jeff at Clear Reflections Restorations in Surfside Beach, SC .They are authorities on complete and partial restoration on antique, classic, and custom automobiles.   CRR restoration services include but are not limited to: Full Restorations, Metal Shaping, Fiberglass Repair, Bodywork and Painting, Mechanical Repairs, Custom Painting, Media Blasting, and much more! … Continue reading SHOP STOP – CLEAR REFLECTIONS RESTORATIONS

The 50th Annual Birmingham, AL O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels event has grown from a small local show in 1971 to one of the premiere shows of the Southeast, and as car shows and events return this year, it’s been even more exciting to recognize the shows and the amazing vehicles that appear there.  In fact,… Continue reading 1963 Impala Wins Vaughn Early Award at World of Wheels

Old Air Products Old Air Products announces a new Evaporator Conversion Kit for 1973-77 Corvette. This kit eliminates the troublesome VIR assembly and updates the a/c system to an accumulator/orifice tube type system like found on later model corvettes. This evaporator conversion works very well when updating the a/c system for 134a refrigerant. Includes a new evaporator,… Continue reading Old Air Products 1973-77 Corvette Evaporator Conversion Kit