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Archive for the 'Hot Rods & Customs' Category

Award Winning Ringbrothers Bring a Unique Look to the Shelby GT500

Ringbrothers Shelby GT500


Gary Bowers owns Producers Supply Co., an oilfield supply company in Waynesburg, PA. Not long ago, Gary was visiting his local Ford dealership to purchase a few new work trucks. He wanted to update his fleet with trucks that would match his corporate colors of orange, black and white. While in the showroom, he spotted a hot, new, orange Shelby GT500 and knew he had to have it. Rather than drive his new Shelby home, Gary had it sent directly to the Ringbrothers custom Hot Rod shop in Spring Green, WI. Read More »
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Rad Rides by Troy 1969 Cuda Blowfish Hits 284 MPH

Blowfish Cuda by Rad Rides by Troy


“Blowfish” is a 1969 Plymouth Baracuda built by Rad Rides by Troy for Camel Toe Racing owner/driver George Poteet. Sporting its new 358 cubic inch R5 Sprint Cup engine built by JESEL, the "Blowfish" will be going for a record in the Blown Fuel Comp. Coupe Class C - the standing record in this class is 262 mph. The "Blowfish" will be racing to set a new record of 300 mph on the 5-mile course. Read More »
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The Boyd Coddington Legend Lives On.

Boyd Coddington - Sons of Boyd


The Sons of legendary Hot Rodder Boyd Coddington announced the start of their new company, Sons Of Boyd™ LLC. The S.O.B. (Sons Of Boyd™) will be dedicated to carrying on the Coddington legacy and the memory of their father, Boyd Coddington. Sons Of Boyd™ is owned and operated by Boyd's sons; Boyd Jr., Chris and Gregg. "Through various venues, our mission is to share all the incredible memories we have of our father and to keep his vision and passion for hot rods and customizing going", says Chris Coddington. Read More »
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Ring Brothers Win Street Machine of the Year for Second Year.

Ring Brothers RAZOR Camaro


The country’s top award for a performance based Street Machine was presented to Erv Woller at the Goodguys 11th PPG Nationals in Columbus, OH on July 12th. The Ring Brothers, the same team that produced last year’s Street Machine of the Year winner, built Woller’s 1969 Camaro, known as “RAZOR”. Read More »
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Easy Bolt-on Fuel-injection Conversion.



I have to admit, I am part of a fuel-injection generation. Although I have modified and restored many cars over the years, my personal ride during high school was a 1989 Mustang GT that I shared with my brother. As my unofficial "hot rod school", we swapped out more parts on that Mustang than I can remember. I never even turned a wrench on a carburetor until years later while restoring a 1965 Mustang with a 289. Heck, I ended up converting that 289 to fuel-injection as well. Read More »
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Rudy Necoechea Wins 2008 "America's Most Beautiful Roadster."

Grand National Roadster Show
Rudy Necoechea's '32 Ford beat out 14 contenders to win the title of America's Most Beautiful Roadster at this year's Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, California. Read More »
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ProCharger's New Supercharger Kits for the 2008 Corvette, Mustang GT, Charger and Ram.

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ProCharger had a strong showing at SEMA 2007, with more than 30 vehicles sporting ProCharger superchargers. The ProCharger booth featured new systems for the Dodge Hemi Ram trucks, a customized 2008 Ford Mustang GT and a new carb bonnet. The SEMA New Product display also showcased the HO Intercooled systems for the 2006-2007 Dodge Hemi Chargers and the new 2008 LS3 Corvettes, as well as the new Twin High Flow Intercooler kit for 5.0L Mustang applications.

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Paddle Shifting for your Hot Rod or Muscle Car.

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It seems these days nearly every sports car is equipped with paddle shifting technology. Paddle shifters allow you to quickly shift gears in your vehicle far faster than you usually can with a stick and eliminate the need for a push-in clutch. Everything from a Ferrari to a Lexus can be had with a paddle shifter. Now, you can adapt electronic paddle shifting technology to your hot rod or muscle car. Read More »
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Paxton Introduces a New Self-Lubricating Centrifugal Supercharger.

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Paxton Automotive announces the new line of NOVI "SL" Superchargers. A technically advanced centrifugal unit that does not require a connection between the engine oil pan and the compressor gear case... No oil lines! Read More »
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Edelbrock Adds 363 hp Chevy 350 Crate Motor to its Lineup.

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Edelbrock, a trusted performance leader for nearly 70 years, has added another small block to its line of Performer Crate Engines. Edelbrock engineers have used their dyno-proven Total Power Package? recipe to assemble the all-new Performer roller-cammed crate engine. Their newest offering is a 350ci small-block Chevy boasting a stout 363 horsepower and 405 ft/lbs of torque, perfect for any daily driver, performance-oriented truck, or anyone who wants an impressive torque curve and reliable performance. Like all Edelbrock crate engines, it's available with an array of options that are sure to suit nearly any desire. Read More »
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