SEMA News—September 2013
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Rocket Racing Wheels
The as-cast finish is media blasted to a smooth satin finish, which is perfect for hot rods and rat rods with perfect patina or belly tank lakester. These five-window wheels originally were called mag wheels because the original construction was magnesium. The traditional styling of the Rocket Igniter will be available in polished, gray and as-cast finishes. Rocket Racing Wheels |
According to officials at Superlift, the company’s new 6-in. suspension system for current-model F-150 4x4s passes FMVSS 126, the NHTSA’s highway-speed lane-change test that verifies electronic stability control functionality. The kit is fully compatible with Ford’s Roll Stability Control and Advance Trac traction control. Component highlights include cast ductile-iron knuckles, high-clearance front crossmembers tied together by a skidplate and rear blocks to retain factory spring rate and ride. Superlift | |
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American Force Wheels American Force Wheels Inc. introduces Kolt and Kolt SS, the manufacturer’s newest custom designs for dually and single-rear-wheel truck wheels. According to the company, Kolt wheels are ideal in rural country settings where outdoorsmen desire a bold look and greater performance. Designed for horse owners, ranchers and more, the wheels boast a horseshoe design stamped into the wheel face. American Force Wheels | |
After the release of the industry’s first off-road “Evolution Competition” system for Jeep vehicles in the spring, Tenneco’s DynoMax performance exhaust brand has added additional coverage of the popular design to fit ’12 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 3.6L V6 platforms (PN: 39522). According to the company, the DynoMax “Evolution Competition” system was designed for extreme off-road driving and rock crawling and is ideal on lifted JKs. Engineered to dump the exhaust in front of the rear axle, the DynoMax kit provides additional space and flexibility to run an off-road suspension system. This kit is for off-road use only. DynoMax (Tenneco) | Blair Equipment
The tools are made from premium cobalt M42 high-speed steel with a TiN coating, which improves tool life, according to the company. The new step drills join Blair’s series of hole-making and auto body tools. Blair Equipment | |
The new 302-10 oil pan baffle kit fits Holley’s popular cast-aluminum oil pan (PN 302-1) that was designed to retrofit LS engines into trucks, musclecars and more. According this Holley, this oil pan baffle kit is designed to maintain proper oil level at the oil pump pickup during vehicle acceleration, both lateral and linear. This in turn prevents loss of engine oil pressure during maximum cornering in high-performance touring or road racing as well as under hard acceleration in drag-racing vehicles. Holley |
Jasper Engines & Transmissions is pleased to announce a product extension to its Cummins 6.7L diesel engine family. Jasper now offers the late-model Cummins ISB 6.7L common rail rear gear train complete engine for the following ’07 and newer applications: Freightliner truck, Blue Bird bus, Thomas bus and Ford F-650/F-750. This engine is available on exchange. It includes the block, head, crank, cam, rods, valvetrain, oil pump, oil pan and pickup tube, oil filter, oil cooler, inner and outer gear covers and finishing gaskets. Jasper Engines & Transmissions | |
Weather Guard Van Solutions (manufactured and marketed by Knaack) now offers a complete range of new and re-engineered van storage accessories for professional users and all commercial van models. Red Zone Accessories include a wide range of items designed to improve productivity and organization, including end panel accessories, tool and parts cabinets, cases and bin boxes, as well as specialty equipment, such as tank holders and wire racks, window screens, floor mats, a secure strong box, a cab command center (a between-the-seat organizer) and the Grab & Go tool cart. Weather Guard Van Solutions |
Maradyne Maradyne High Performance Fans is proud to introduce its Champion high-profile series fans. According to the company, the units are ideal for high static pressure applications. The straight-blade puller fans are designed to increase engine cooling, horsepower and A/C cooling at idle. The units feature wide, paddle-style fan blades for maximum air movement. Maradyne offers a 12-in. straight-blade puller fan (PN: TA12A3001) that delivers 1,860 cfm with an amp draw of 15.0. The 11-in. straight-blade puller fan Maradyne | |
LAT Racing Oils recently introduced a pair of sophisticated, high-performance thread-locking compounds. Formulated to lock and seal threaded fasteners, LAT thread-locking sealants eliminate LAT Racing Oils |
PlastiKote Chassis and Grille Guard paint is an epoxy that, according to company officials, sprays on evenly and dries to a factory-like finish while providing long-lasting protection against the elements. Available in gloss white, gloss black and satin black, PlastiKote Chassis and Grille Guard also features award-winning twist-and-spray technology. This revolutionary design features a twist-and-lock cap that makes the spray-painting experience easier, faster and cleaner than ever before. PlastiKote |
Stage 8 now offers locking fastener kits for all turbocharger applications. According to the company, the Stage 8 kit provides assurance against horsepower loss or gasket failure created by loose nuts or bolts. Stage 8’s unique, patented and trademarked turbocharger three-piece locking fastener assemblies are application-specific for either six-point hex head bolts or nuts in both metric and imperial sizes. Depending on the application, a 4140 alloy steel bolt or nut, stainless-steel locking retainer and spring clip are included. 
Tuff Stuff Performance Accessories is pleased to announce the availability of Type II power steering pumps with a bottom-facing pressure port. Available in polished aluminum, black painted or as-cast aluminum finishes, these pumps are designed to fit compact engine compartments where a bottom-facing pressure port is required. Pumps have either AN fittings or OE-style ports, depending upon part number. The units provide up to 1,200 psi (850 psi is available upon request), flow 3 gpm and are quality made in the United States using 100% new components. 
Superlift 
DynoMax (Tenneco)
Blair Equipment introduces a line of new step drills. 
Holley
Jasper Engines & Transmissions
Knaack
LAT Racing Oils
PlastiKote