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New Restoration Products Preserving, Protecting and Improving Classic Cars rom Model Ts to musclecars and beyond, the restoration of classic automobiles has been a thriving segment of the automotive Fspecialty-equipment industry for decades. Dozens of new restoration products were introduced to warehouse distributors, jobbers and retailers at the 2011 SEMA Show, and the following pages contain a brief look at all of them, complete with contact information and, where applicable, part numbers. We’ve also gathered comments about is headed, touching on everything from trends within the marketplace from some 100-point purity to the still-flourish- of the top-flight businesses that help res- ing restomod movement. The products toration enthusiasts create their rolling and commentaries make for a thought- works of art. They provide insights about provoking review of this vibrant part of where the segment has been and where it the industry. Old Air Products Inc. Pro6TEN Compressor Kits 817-531-2665 www.oldairproducts.com Pro6TEN compressor kit includes Pro6TEN compressor (new lightweight direct bolt-in replacement, the original GM A6), receiver/ drier, POA update, expansion valve, O-rings and refrigerant oil.

Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd. Firebird Door Panels 800-363-8804 www.legendaryautointeriors.com Del City PN: DO78GFD0010 AT-Series Connector Kit Authentic reproduction door panels for 800-654-4757 ’78–’81 Firebirds and Trans Ams. www.delcity.net PN: 14114020 Harsh-environment connectors. Del City proudly announces its AT-series kit, which includes an assortment of receptacles, plugs, wedges and terminals.

Custom Autosound Manufacturing Inc. The Right Stuff Detailing Newark Auto Products Secretaudio RMS Signature-Series Big Brake Kit Custom Protector Mat 800-888-8637 800-405-2000 800-275-4695 www.custom-autosound.com www.getdiscbrakes.com www.newark-auto.com PN: SECRETAUDIO RMS PN: AFXWK31CS PN: FP100247 A new wireless (RF) remote hideaway audio Bold looks and big performance define the Custom Protector Mat is manufactured to fit system. Includes iPod interface, a USB flash- signature line of brake kits. The front wheel specific vehicles using a variety of carpets, with drive player, a satellite radio interface and a kit, as seen, retails for $745. Four-wheel non-skid back coating and an embossed vinyl CD changer control. All functions controlled conversions from $1,345 retail. heel pad (150–2,000 pieces). and visible on the remote LCD screen. 54 August 2012 SEMA News Runner-Up Best New Mobile- Electronics Product

Del City Sealed Window Crimp Connector 800-654-4757 www.delcity.net Lloyd Mats PN: 942005 Signature Rubber Corvette C6 Mats American Autowire Seeing is believing. Del City proudly 818-768-6001 Highway 22 Series Wiring Kit announces its newest line of harsh- www.lloydmats.com 856-933-0801 environment connectors. Clear-View PN: SR01-SR02 www.americanautowire.com connectors provide visual assurance, quick The only all-weather, full-color logo mat for American Autowire’s most powerful and identification and a waterproof seal. all C6 models. Lloyd’s C6 mats are a blend of versatile wiring system in a modular panel natural and synthetic rubber to provide system. Designed to handle power demands of a heavy, soft, abrasion-resistant product. upgrades, such as electric fans, A/C, any gauge combination, any aftermarket steering column, updated powertrain combinations, etc. There is a trend toward “bolt-on” restoration components. For instance, restorers are opting for preassembled complete seats and door panels as opposed to just new upholstery. These types of parts are more expensive but Lloyd Mats require much less work. Licensed Logo Mats For Performance Cars Many manufacturers have incorpo- 818-768-6001 rated computer-aided manufacturing and www.lloydmats.com modern machinery to both decrease costs Lloyd Mats has created the largest selection of trademark logo mats in the auto industry, Lloyd Mats and increase quality. Manufacturers once offering hundreds of logos on custom-fit mats Classic Loop Custom-Fit Floor Mats had no choice but to use the same tech- 818-768-6001 for Porsches, Corvettes, Camaros, Cadillac www.lloydmats.com nologies that were used to make the origi- CTS-Vs, Challengers, Chargers, Mustangs and PN: not a SKU based product nal parts. Now they often have multiple many more. At $79.90 retail for two front-emblem mats, parts for the same application—parts that this new custom-fit carpet mat line continues Lloyd’s high standard for appearance and qual- fit and work well for the restorer on a ity. Customers can choose their embroidered budget, but also include a more expensive emblem from more than 1,000 automotive option for the professional restorer who trademarks, lifestyle and personalized designs. demands exacting originality. Still, the most significant hurdle we need to address is the graying of our industry. The Automotive Restoration Market Organization [(ARMO) council] has taken the lead with its “Take a Kid to Goodmark Industries Inc. a Car Show” program to help get youth ’64–’70 Widened Inner Wheel Housing involved in our hobby. Many young for Mustang/Cougar Classic Tube 770-339-8557 Chevy Truck Replacement Brake people are entering and getting started www.goodmarkindustries.com and Fuel Lines with G-body cars due to their price and PN: 3020-670-64 WL or WR 716-759-1800 availability, and I see this as very encour- Crafted from OEM specifications with an www.classictube.com additional 2 in. of steel. The widened inner Chevy truck replacement brake and fuel lines aging for the future of our industry. housing allows for up to a 2-in.-wider back tire are pre-formed to OEM specifications. —Alex Tainsh displacement for the mini tub. This aftermar- Made from stainless-steel tubing. A corrosion- Executive Vice President ket product is the first of its kind and is avail- resistant, permanent solution. Applications Parts Unlimited Inc. (PUI) able only for ’64–’70 Mustangs/Cougars. from ’40s to ’08. www.semanews.com 55 SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS

Eastwood Co. Evolution HVLP Paint Gun Eastwood Co. 800-345-1178 Aerosol-Injected Cleaner www.eastwood.com 800-345-1178 PN: 12776 Eastwood Co. Electronic Torque Angle Wrench www.eastwood.com The Eastwood Evolution paint gun is designed 800-345-1178 PN: 12846Z to be a uniquely versatile gun that performs www.eastwood.com Eastwood’s aerosol-injected cleaner directs a and feels like no other. Its high-tech com- PN: 13622 focused blast of cleaner that penetrates deep posite ergonomic body is comfortable and Eastwood says that its highly accurate ⅜- into hard-to-reach places. Designed to be ideal lightweight, allowing the user to paint for long and ½-in.-drive digital electronic torque for cleaning paint guns, brake lines, transmis- periods without fatigue. angle wrenches are built tough enough to sion lines, fuel lines, fuel rails, air intake sys- continue functioning accurately even after tems, carburetors and much more. being dropped. Accurately measures torque The industry is growing, up to 150 lb.-ft. Features visual and audible indicators and five preset memory settings. with more people becoming involved. That is partially due to the growing interest in musclecars and the increased availability of replacement parts and upgrade products, such as smoothly operating electronic controls and A/C systems for classic cars. The ability to produce precise 3-D drawings, which can be used for manufacturing Old Air Products Inc. perfect-fitting products, is one of the most Electric Fan and Shroud for ’67–’68 significant developments in that trend. Mustangs With 20-in. Radiators 817-531-2665 Maintaining quality and supply of www.oldairproducts.com imported parts are the greatest hurdles Old Air Products Inc. PN: 50-5068A as U.S. companies compete on price, but R-4 Compressor Kits A custom fan assembly for ’67–’68 Mustangs I have heard of several companies that 817-531-2665 with 20-in. radiators. Features a 16-in. (2,070 www.oldairproducts.com cfm) electric fan and brushed-aluminum are bringing their manufacturing back to R4 compressor kit includes new R4 compres- shroud with high-speed ram air bypass flaps the States for these reasons. The greatest sor, accumulator, orifice tube, O-rings and that open at highway speeds to allow excess air opportunities lay in cross-selling related refrigerant oil. Made in the USA. flow to pass through, and close at lower speeds products that enhance your product line, to maximize overall cooling efficiency. especially if they can be drop-shipped by a reliable vendor. We have tracked monthly sales since 1989 and have seen a decline in sales percentages four of the past five election years. We allow for a 10% decrease for the four-month period between Novem- ber and February, though, December has tended to hold okay. Rally your employees from the front door all the way through shipping to go the extra mile. Old Air Products Inc. Old Air Products Inc. This will bring repeat customers and Drier Tube Kit A/C Hose Set for referrals from the rest of the industry. 817-531-2665 ’71–’72 Oldsmobile Cutlasses www.oldairproducts.com 817-531-2665 PN: 49-0212 www.oldairproducts.com —Darrow Cowart Custom pre-formed jumper tube and mount- PN: 50-0415 President ing bracket. Mounts 2½-in.-diameter receiver An A/C hose set for ’71–’72 Oldsmobile Old Air Products drier with O-ring fittings on Old Air Products Cutlasses. Set includes suction, discharge and SuperKool-series condenser. liquid lines. 56 August 2012 SEMA News Badger Air-Brush Co. KROME 847-678-3104 www.badgerairbrush.com PN: RK-1 Badger says that its Krome Gravity airbrush outshines other detail airbrushes. Features a glide-coat finished trigger and rocker lever for friction-free triggering and professional ultra-fine results. Old Air Products Inc. Electric Fan and Shroud for ’48–’54 Chevrolet Trucks 817-531-2665 www.oldairproducts.com PN: 50-20501850A-16SHP Custom fan assembly for ’48–’54 Chevrolet trucks. Features 16-in. (2,070- cfm) electric fan and brushed-aluminum shroud with high-speed ram air bypass flaps that open at highway speeds to allow excess air flow to pass through and close at lower speeds to maximize overall cooling efficiency. Real Deal Steel LLC ’56–’57 Chevy Four-Door Hardtop Center Floor Brace 407-585-1957 www.realdealsteel.com PN: HT4B-67 Steel reproduction under-floor center support brace. This item is unique to the ’56–’57 Chevy four-door hardtop body style. Necessary for proper support of the B-pillars.

Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd. GM ’64–’72 A-Body Levant Grain Vinyl Top 800-363-8804 www.legendaryautointeriors.com PN: VTC30GHK A ’64–’72 GM A-body Levant grain vinyl top. TIRES & WHEELS 7HOLESALE0RICING!VAILABLERICINRICINGRICING!VAILABLE!VAI!VAILABLEABLE The cost of manufacturing is continually increas- ing, even for overseas manufacturers, making it more difficult for many collectors to restore their cars. Also, legislation and zoning laws are making it more difficult for individuals to restore and/or own their classic cars or hot rods. Products for later models (’80s through ’90s) have come into play. These parts are more difficult to make, because many require two or three different compounds and cores, including extrusions with metal cores, partially plastic coating and rubber sealing edges. The more complex the piece, the more it will cost. Retailers should add value for consumers and manufacturers. Otherwise, manufacturers will be encouraged to sell direct and trim their sales to retailers. I’ve seen many retailers commoditize restoration parts to the point where there is barely any margin for anyone in the distribution system. Many consumers lack the knowledge to repair their cars, so parts have to be easy to install and include clear directions. Today’s buyers are also unfamiliar with the terminology for auto parts, so LGDD>J==GJ?GGFDAF=>J=J==J=== GJJ ?G?G GFFD education has become one of our biggest value-added offerings. —Matt Agosta 0..%1**%(+-/ President Steele Rubber Products [gc]jlaj]&[ge

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Mustang Project American Autowire ’64.5–’66 Mustang LED Turn-Signal Mirrors ’70–’74 Cuda/Challenger Classic Update 512-828-6417 American Autowire Wiring Kit www.mustangproject.com ’61–’66 Ford Truck Classic Update Wiring Kit 856-933-0801 PN: MP-8001-RED 856-933-0801 www.americanautowire.com www.americanautowire.com Classic cars and early Mustangs have a lower PN: 510289 PN: 510260 profile than most modern cars. Make sure your This new kit is designed specifically for modi- customer’s car is noticed when it changes lanes This new kit is designed specifically for modified/upgraded ’61–’66 Ford F-100 and F-350 fied- and Pro-Touring-styled ’70–’74 Cudas with these new LED turn-signal indicating and Challengers. It will handle upgrades such mirrors. They look like original Ford stock trucks. It will handle an increased number of upgrades, such as electric fans, aftermarket A/C, as electric fans, aftermarket A/C, gauges, power deluxe remote mirrors until the turn signals are train combinations, etc. activated. Simple one-wire hookup. gauges, updated powertrain combinations, etc.

The re-emergence of mid- ’60s musclecars and cars from the ’60s and ’70s in general Real Deal Steel LLC seems to be the biggest new ’55–’57 Chevy Convertible trend in the restoration indus- Windshield Frame try. These are the cars that the Baby Boom- 407-585-1957 www.realdealsteel.com ers remember and are now restoring or PN: CVWF-1 using to create restomods. This has become Reproduction of the original convertible wind- a huge part of the automotive restoration shield frame allows conversion of any original business and has caused many manufactur- cowl assembly of any body style to convertible. Also fits other GM models. ers to step up production and create new product for more profit. American Autowire The most significant new-product devel- ’69 Camaro Factory-Fit Dash Harness opment that I have seen is the recreation 856-933-0801 of factory-correct, steel-body musclecars. www.americanautowire.com Mustangs, Camaros and more have been OEM-replacement dash harness for console-gauge-equipped auto trans applications. All factory-fit harnesses are the resto- created, making it possible to build an ration standard. Original GM tooling and parts are utilized entire car from new parts. Exact duplicate throughout. Correct fuse boxes, bulkheads, lamp sockets, con- sheetmetal parts for all makes and models nectors, terminals, clips and clamps are incorporated into each are also being manufactured, making it harness for a true plug-and-play installation. easier for the restorer to easily restore a vehicle with new parts rather than rusted-out pieces. Tooling and automation processes have helped to speed up parts development and duplicate just about any part needed. As the economy recovers, retailers will see more products become available. With more manufacturers making the same products, pricing will become more competitive, Classic Industries/OER American Autowire but retailers must also be aware of quality, ’78–’81 Camaro Z28 Taillamps Lens Set ’70 Mustang Wiring Kit requiring more research on the retailers’ 714-847-6887 856-933-0801 part to ensure that they are purchasing www.classicindustries.com www.americanautowire.com PN: 5930259/5930260 This new kit is designed specifically for quality products. Reproduction black-accented taillamp lens set modified- and Pro-Touring-styled ’70 —Harry Weimann for ’78–’81 Camaro Z28 models. Manufactured Mustangs. It will handle upgrades such as Director of Education, Wyotech to exact OE specifications with authentic mark- electric fans, aftermarket A/C, gauges, ings and in correct original colors. powertrain combinations, etc. 58 August 2012 SEMA News Proforged Chassis Parts Extra-Tall A/F/X Ball Joints GGG—Gold Glass Group 973-404-0086 Restoration Weatherstripping www.proforged.com 631-981-4277 PN: 101-10017 www.gggcorp.com Proforged extra-tall ball joints for ’67–’69 PN: BELK GM10 82 Proforged Chassis Parts Camaro/Firebirds, ’64–’72 A-bodies and Beltline weatherstripping kit fits CamberTech ’67–’69 Camaro ’68–’74 Novas feature a 0.90-in. extended ’83–’94 Chevys, GMC S10 Blazers Tubular Control Arms length ball stud for dramatically improved or S15 Jimmys. Four-piece kit contains 973-404-0086 handling. They improve the camber curve inner and outer moldings. www.proforged.com and stabilize the roll center. Proforged’s new PN: GEN1UPPERS extra-tall upper ball joints are said to be the Proforged says that the top of the tire tallest available for these classic musclecars, leans inward around a turn in modern yielding the most aggressive but streetable performance cars to ensure maximum camber curve for optimal performance. contact with the road. Classic muscle- The current trend is cars are the opposite—the top of the back to driving the car you tire actually leans outward, yielding a restore. Faithful, 100% small tire contact patch. CamberTech arms use a 0.90-in.-taller upper ball correct restorations still joint to correct this problem and happen, but more enthusi- deliver incredible handling. Adjustable asts are building top-notch caster slugs and Delrin bushings finish cars to drive and not trailer, so more out the optimal performance solution. attention is being paid to reliability, fuel economy, safety and handling. The man- ufacture of new chassis and body parts means significant improvements and the ability to repair that once-forgotten hulk ECS Automotive Concepts or replace it entirely with a new body. RPM-Rust Prevention Magic Modern design and manufacturing 855-532-7846 techniques have made possible what was www.ecsautomotive.com PN: RPM8 impossible just a few short years ago. Easy Rust Prevention Magic is a patented, revolutionary, moisture-resistant access to water-jet machines, computer- compound that is designed to protect bare metal components against controlled plasma and laser cutting has corrosion, rust and damaging oxidation. allowed the restoration and hot-rod guy to expand his creativity, and waterborne paints have the potential of opening up a whole new world of home restoration. We must keep a close eye on the trends that young rodders are developing to see what catches on. Just 10 years ago, the whole industry seemed to be trying to invent the next billet widget. Who would have imagined that billet would now be nearly dead and retro would take over? Parts Unlimited Inc. (PUI) Many forgotten cars are becoming or will An ’80 Camaro/Berlinetta Custom Cloth ECS Automotive Concepts soon become sought after, and unique Pre-Assembled Door Panel VIN Safety Certification Labels parts for those vehicles will need to be 502-425-3766 855-532-7846 www.pui.cc www.ecsautomotive.com manufactured and sold as well. PN: 80FDLT-P ECS Automotive Concepts manufactures —Joe Whitaker PUI is proud to offer ’80–’81 Camaro Custom/ licensed replacement VIN, tire-pressure and Managing Partner Berlinetta door panels with the long-awaited emissions labels for the collision industry. accent stripes correct for these panels. Available Every offering is an exact reproduction of Real Deal Steel LLC for all stock colors; sewn in as original. the factory originals. www.semanews.com 59 SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS

Danchuk Manufacturing Inc. ’55–’57 Chevy Steel Fan Shroud 714-540-4363 Quiet Ride Solutions www.danchuk.com Danchuk Manufacturing Inc. AcoustiSHield Thermal Acoustic Insulation PN: 16627A ’55–’57 Chevy Steel Fan Shroud 209-942-4777 Danchuk says that its ’55–’57 Chevy fan 714-540-4363 www.quietride.com shroud is made from top-quality black powder- www.danchuk.com PN: MUST 6768-CAK coated steel. It fits any model using a V8 radia- PN: 16626A AcoustiSHield thermal acoustic automotive tor/core support mounted in the six-cylinder Danchuk says that its ’55–’57 Chevy fan insulation kits are year-, make- and model- position using Danchuk conversion brackets shroud is made from top-quality black pow- specific, pre-cut and ready to install for 1,100 PN 11236. Patent pending. Made in the U.S.A. dercoated steel. It fits any model using a V8 vehicles. Each kit includes Dynamat Xtreme radiator in the stock position. Patent pending. sound damper material, HeatShield barrier Made in the U.S.A. insulation material and illustrated instructions.

People are holding off on high-dollar builds, at least in my business. Instead, people are buying cars that were done previ- ously but aren’t necessarily Glassworks, The Hardtop Shop Inc. perfect and are doing the brakes and Universal Lift System suspension, keeping the project price 724-457-0680 www.thehardtopshop.com down. There are a lot of 20- and 30-year- PN: GTHS10 old restorations out there that were Universal lift system capable of lifting automo- done right to begin with but need to tive hardtops, Jeep hardtops, truck caps and be freshened. covers, ladders, boats, bikes, motorcycles and irregular-sized loads. Danchuk Manufacturing Inc. Fuel injection is getting tweaked a lot ’55–’57 Chevy Steel Fan Shroud more for easily installed applications, 714-540-4363 www.danchuk.com and some of the more sensible brake PN: 16625 upgrades are also significant. I like the Danchuk says that its ’55–’57 Chevy fan trend where brake companies are com- shroud is made from top-quality black ing out with direct replacements–– both powdercoated steel. It fits any model using a conversions and disc upgrades—that will V8 radiator mounted in the six-cylinder position. Patent pending. Made in the U.S.A. actually fit under a 15- or a 17-in. rim. The other thing I like seeing is the retrofit harnesses that upgrade the fuse box to make it easier for us to wire cars and feed in some of the options or leave a standing point for us to build off at a later date––kind of a drive-and-build- as-you-go program. There are harnesses now that have fuel-injection circuits, Drake Automotive Group ’07–’12 Jeep JK and TJ Fuel Door Drake Automotive Group extra lighting circuits, extra stereo power 800-999-0289 ’07–’12 Jeep JK Chrome Mesh Grille circuits and so on. That has been a www.drakeautomotivegroup.com 800-999-0289 great addition. PN: JP-190004-BLK www.drakeautomotivegroup.com Drake Off Road exclusively crafted this ’07– PN: JP-190010-C — Lenny Schaeffer ’12 Jeep JK fuel door. Made from billet alumi- From Drake Off Road, these stylish Jeep mesh President num and die-cast with stainless faux fasteners grilles for the JK are made from stainless-steel Chop-Shop Customs Inc. that feature a plunger for positive opening and wire mesh. Available as chrome plated or closing. Accentuated by a printed carbon-fiber black powdercoated finish. Easy installation; emblem embossed with the word “fuel.” hardware included. 60 August 2012 SEMA News Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd. Parts Unlimited Inc. (PUI) Oldsmobile Package Tray A ’68 Chevelle Platinum Edition 800-363-8804 Pre-Assembled Door Panel www.legendaryautointeriors.com 502-425-3766 PN: PT68GU442 www.pui.cc A ’68–’72 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 442 package tray. PN: 68AD10-P Drake Automotive Group PUI’s new Platinum Edition door panels use ’66–’67 Ford Bronco Taillamp new and updated processes developed specifi- Housing Kit 800-999-0289 cally for this line, combined with new tools www.drakeautomotivegroup.com built from scratch, working directly from PN: C7UZ-13435-KIT painstaking measurements from original GM Another Scott Drake exclusive, these panels, PUI brings users the most original part Bronco taillamp housings are a hard- at the fairest price. to-find replacement part. The taillamp housings are zinc-plated and are said to be the perfect alternative to the original part.

Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd. Firebird T/A Floor Mats 800-363-8804 Hot-rod parts are www.legendaryautointeriors.com PN: FMTA0003004 strong and climbing, and Auto Custom Carpets Inc. A ’76–’78 Trans Am SE Bandit floor mat. musclecar parts are still Custom-Cut Floor Mat Set With Exclusive on the rise, but the most Signature-Series Backing significant trend is direct- 800-633-2358 www.accmats.com fit applications with all of This set is shown with one of Auto Custom the parts required for installation. Our Carpet’s licensed embroidered logos. The customers like to have everything needed backing is odorless, easy to clean, lightweight for the job at hand. and costs 40% less than the company’s traditional nibbed-backed mats. We launched a new GPS sending unit for electronic speedometers, and using an omni antenna without a battery is a huge plus for our customers. Our new floatless fuel sending unit has also been a huge hit, so focusing on the customers and making things easy for them has proven Eastwood Co. very worthwhile. Aerosol-Injected Regarding the economy, I believe that Lubricator 800-345-1178 the light at the end of the tunnel is www.eastwood.com getting brighter. All segments appear PN: 13445 Z to be improving, and good companies Eastwood’s aerosol-injected are doing good things! Even so, we all lubricator directs a focused blast of lubrication that need to continue to focus on the youth Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd. and pay attention to the next customer penetrates deep into hard-to-reach places. Firebird Seat Upholstery It is said to be ideal for lubricating air tools, 800-363-8804 and the next owners and workers in our fogging engines, lubricating lock and hinge www.legendaryautointeriors.com industry. mechanisms and more. PN: AA78GFD0010 The world has let customer service Authentic reproduction seat upholstery for ’78–’81 Firebirds and Trans Ams. slip. Focus on the customers, listen to them and take care of their needs, and you will see the results! —Johnny McLeod Legendary Auto Interiors Ltd. Owner ’69–’70 B-Body Dash Pads 800-363-8804 Classic Instruments www.legendaryautointeriors.com Authentic reproduction Chrysler dash pads for ’69–’70 B-body cars. www.semanews.com 61 SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS

Drake Automotive Group ’65–’67 Ford Mustang Billet Antenna 800-999-0289 www.drakeautomotivegroup.com PN: C5ZZ-18813-BL Scott Drake designed a modern ’64–’73 Mustang 8-in. antenna. TMI Products Inc. This antenna is clear anodized and Concourse Mach 1 Door Panels machined from 6061-T6 billet 951-272-1996 aluminum. Includes base, mount, www.tmiproducts.com original-type coaxial cable and easy- PN: 10-70100-3722 to-follow instructions. TMI ’69–’70 Ford Mustang Mach 1/Deluxe door panels. OEM concours replacement Mach 1/Deluxe door panels. U.S.A.-made with authentic fit, finish and mate- rials. Complete and ready to install with weatherstrips, lock grommets and carpet included. MSRP from $499.95.

Without a doubt, the greatest opportunities for manufacturers are in the ’60s and ’70s musclecar and truck markets. There is a huge supply of vehicles still on the road. New technologies in motor, suspension and electrical system upgrades are necessary to bring these vehicles up to today’s standards. The most significant development for American Autowire is our Classic Update Eastwood Co. Series wiring kits for ’60s and ’70s Ameri- Pneumatic Fender Finisher can musclecars. These wiring kits are 800-345-1178 www.eastwood.com designed for updated vehicle electrical PN: 12124 TMI Products Inc. capabilities combined with flexibility in ’64–’93 Mustang Pony Sport Seat Eastwood says that its pneumatic fender Upholstery and Foam wire routing. We included component former was developed to provide additional 951-272-1996 parts that are absolutely necessary but front fender-to-tire clearance on lowered www.tmiproducts.com vehicles or vehicles with larger wheel sizes. were not available unless the customer TMI ’84–’93 Mustang pony sport seat The main feature of the tool is that it can upholstery and foam. Vintage-style Mustang purchased original OEM replacement perform fender rolling without the need Running Pony performance upholstery and harnesses, including original connectors, to jack the vehicle and remove the wheel. foam. Utilizes ’84–’93 Fox-body Mustang light sockets and associated grommets and frames with TMI sport-bolstered foam and retention clips. upholstery in classic musclecar pony styling. Customers are demanding complete MSRP from $399.95. kits of components to finish their projects, including complete installation instructions. We have seen a real value in color- coded instructions, and YouTube and web-based video instructions are coming of age. The underlying benefit has been a reduction in technical service time. Technology has changed the play- ing field. It is no longer acceptable for Old Air Products Inc. a manufacturer to put out a product Metro Moulded Parts Inc. Hurricane A/C and Heater System RR 2009-B that is guesswork or just acceptable. This for ’68–’69 Chevelles 800-878-2237 forces us to research popular products 817-531-2665 www.metrommp.com www.oldairproducts.com and develop strategies to integrate these PN: RR 2009-B In-dash air conditioning, heating and defrost Metro Moulded Parts manufactures replace- products into our base electrical systems. combo that mounts to the firewall. Choose ment rear Targa top seals for C5 Chevy —Michael P. Manning from an electronic slide control or integrated Corvette (’97–’04) coupes. U.S.A.-made and President, American Autowire switching using original factory control for an backed by a 30-year warranty. original appearance. Unique modular design provides tri-level cold or warm air flow. 62 August 2012 SEMA News Drake Automotive Group ’67 Ford Mustang 390 Air Cleaner 800-999-0289 www.drakeautomotivegroup.com PN: C7ZZ-9600-E An extremely rare ’67 390 GT high-performance air cleaner is now available through Drake Automotive Group Scott Drake Enterprises. This air cleaner is ’11 Ford Mustang Strut Covers a concours reproduction that includes 800-999-0289 a blue base and chrome lid. www.drakeautomotivegroup.com PN: BR3Z-7W13296-BL Drake Muscle Cars strut tower caps are machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum The upholstery segment and clear anodized for a great look. The set is manufacturing a much Drake Automotive Group includes 10 caps to dress up both sides of the more sophisticated product ’08–Up Dodge Challenger Fuel Door (All engine compartment. Black) than originally offered in 800-999-0289 the vehicles of the ’60s and www.drakeautomotivegroup.com ’70s. Products such as seat PN: MO-210001-BLACK Drake Muscle Cars exclusively crafted this upholstery and seat foam are now designed Challenger fuel door assembly. Made from bil- and manufactured as a system. Most of let aluminum and die-cast with stainless faux the manufacturers offer seat foam that is fasteners that feature a plunger for positive denser, much like what comes in modern opening and closing. Accentuated by a printed carbon-fiber emblem embossed with fuel. vehicles, and the vinyl used in restoration upholstery today is superior in fit, feel and ease of installation. Product information and images are investments that businesses should make. Many companies downsized or nearly eliminated personnel who created printed catalogs in favor of their websites, leaving few images, short descriptions and confu- sion in general, which generate customer phone calls for technical expertise. When customers are left out in this way, they will seek retailers with more images and printed or online information. Developing technical resources is also essential. While websites have their place, if customers are calling you, they want to talk with someone who knows how to solve TMI Products Inc. their problem and can relate to them. The 1967 Chevelle Sport Seats companies that have done this well have 951-272-1996 www.tmiproducts.com weathered the storm and continue to grow. TMI ’64–’72 Chevelle sport seats. Classic —Dennis K. Roberts Chevelle style with modern sport seat perfor- National Sales Manager mance. Utilizes original ’64–’72 Chevelle seat Distinctive Industries frame with TMI sport-bolstered foam and upholstery for classic musclecar style. A ’67 is shown here. MSRP from $399.95 www.semanews.com 63 SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS

Classic Industries/OER ’68 Camaro RS Lower Molding Clip Set 714-847-6887 www.classicindustries.com PN: K4089 Authentic reproduction of the original ’68 Real Deal Steel LLC Workshop Hero (A Division of Armor Camaro RS lower side molding clip kit. Protective Packaging) Obsolete for decades, this clip kit features ’55–’57 Chevy Custom Windlace/ Kick Panel Retainers Metal Rescue Rust-Remover Bath correct OE configuration, appearance and fit. 407-585-1957 800-365-1117 www.realdealsteel.com www.metalrescue.com PN: WLR-567 PN: MR1GAL A well-made, economical, custom alterna- Metal Rescue rust-remover bath is a water- tive to original or reproduction kick panel/ based, non-toxic (no acid) rust remover that windlace retainers. Steel construction installs as is safe on everything except rust. Simply soak, Customers want prod- original. Tubular design allows quick and easy check and rinse. ucts that are finished and installation of windlace. easy to install. A few years ago, we started to offer black-powdercoated col- umns, and the demand for that finish has grown steadily. The days of adapting a used part obtained from a junkyard to your vehicle are fading away. The customer wants it to fit right out of Drake Automotive Group the box, with a minimum of work on his ’10–Up Chevy Camaro Bow Tie Delete 800-999-0289 or her part. The level of sophistication in www.drakeautomotivegroup.com today’s aftermarket world has grown by PN: CA-190005-BTD leaps and bounds, driven by the OEMs Drake Muscle Cars Bow Tie Delete eas- and customers. We’re now offering key- ily snaps into the hole left by removing the grille emblem for a clean, classic look. Black- less ignition systems, and I would never textured ABS for perfect match. have dreamt we’d be in that market 10 years ago. Musclecars continue to be where we see the most growth, and price is a factor. Not everyone can drop $50K or more to build a nice ’32 Ford three-window, but they can afford half of that and have a nice car from the ’60s or ’70s. We all have to keep an open mind. People will restore pretty much any- thing, and parts can be an issue if it’s Classic Industries/OER not an old Ford. Not long ago, nobody Firebird 15x8 Turbine Wheel would have thought seriously about hot SoffSeal Inc. 714-847-6887 rodding or restoring a station wagon. Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunbird www.classicindustries.com PN: 10012258 Who knows what will be next? Weatherstrip Kit 800-426-0902 Reproduction of the white 15 x 8 Pontiac —Marty Waterstraut www.soffseal.com Firebird Turbine wheel originally installed Sales Manager Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunbird on 1980 Indy Pace Car and 1981 NASCAR ididit Inc. weatherstrip kit. Includes trunk weatherstrip- Pace Car models. Bolt pattern is 5 x 4¾. Caps, ping, door weatherstrips and a CNV top kit. emblems and lug nuts are sold separately. 64 August 2012 SEMA News Retro Manufacturing LLC Retrosound Plug-n-Play 909-364-1372 www.retrosoundusa.com PN: PNP-1 Real Deal Steel LLC An AM/FM modulator that allows playback ’55–’57 Chevy Trunk Striker and charging of an iPod. It also accommodates and Alignment Kit 407-585-1957 an MP3 or any other aux source. It autosenses www.realdealsteel.com 6- or 12-volt power as well as positive or nega- PN: TAK-567 tive ground. It has a very small footprint for Includes original reproduction steel tailpan easy installation. The product will work with Eastwood Co. loop, alignment pin and trunk tabs. Allows for any radio. Battery Sustainer/Charger 800-345-1178 proper fit of trunk lid on all ’55–’57 Chevy www.eastwood.com non-wagons. PN: 13538 Just connect the alligator clips or hardwire With the Internet pro- the ring-terminal connectors to the battery viding information at the terminals and plug it into a wall outlet, and consumers’ fingertips, it will maintain a constant 100% charge. Microprocessor-controlled technology cuts off retailers need to recognize when the battery is fully charged to prevent that customers are really damage from overcharging. doing their homework and trying to get the best bang for their buck. In turn, we are trying to increase the number of complete kits that we have so that customers get everything they need to complete a project from start to finish. Retro Manufacturing LLC Most customers today are looking Retrosound Model Two Radio to get a package deal that they can do 909-364-1372 www.retrosoundusa.com themselves, and they want to be more PN: MODEL TWO involved in the custom aspect of their Said to be a breakthrough in classic car radios, vehicles. The majority of the people Fairchild Industries Inc. with iPod charge and play control. Authentic doing restorations want their cars to ’78–’88 Buick Regal/Grand National pushbuttons and selectable screen colors. Two-Piece T-Top Seal Kit Plays music stored on USB and SD card handle better. Whether it’s a ’60s or ’70s 847-550-9580 devices. Subwoofer output with level and vehicle that they want to have handle www.fairchildind.com PN: KG4028 crossover control. Two RCA pre-outs like a ’12 or they want to give the car Two-piece T-top seal kit designed to OEM for external amplification. a better stance at a show, the biggest standards. Fits left- and right-hand sides: thing we’ve seen take off is the air-ride ’78–’88 Buick Grand National G Body; suspension market. ’78–’88 Buick Regal; ’78–’88 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (OEM# 20211821 and 20211820). In our industry, there are the traditional older guys who are restoring cars and the new-age guys who are building hot-rod musclecars from what Detroit is offering now. The greatest opportu- nity is to be flexible and keep up with Proforged Chassis Parts changing times. People are always going ’67–’69 Camaro/Firebird Tall Outer Tie-Rod Ends 973-404-0086 to be building those ’69 Camaros and www.proforged.com ’70 Chevelles, but we also need to offer PN: 104-10529 products for the new-age hot rodding in Proforged’s new bumpsteer-corrected tall outer tie-rod ends dramatically reduce bumpsteer the form of cars like the ’13 Chargers throughout the range of suspension travel. First-generation F-bodies suffer from excessive bumpsteer, but the only solutions until now were complicated rod-end-style kits. Proforged’s new and Mustangs. 0.50-in.-taller tie rods are a street-friendly bolt-in solution. The taller ball stud yields a significant —Ron Perkins reduction in bumpsteer when used with either stock or tall ball joints. Forged SAE4140 steel Senior Sales and Marketing Manager ball studs and forged SAE1045 housings are said to be virtually indestructible and feature The Hoffman Group LLC a rust-resistant black electrocoating. Compatible with stock or aftermarket control arms. www.semanews.com 65 SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS

Old Air Products Inc. Drake Automotive Group IP-350 All Ford Mustang Fender Cover 817-531-2665 800-999-0289 www.oldairproducts.com www.drakeautomotivegroup.com Eastwood Co. PN: IP-350 PN: ACC-300-MUSTANG Internal Exhaust Coating Custom under-dash air-conditioning Scott Drake Enterprises says that these are the 800-345-1178 unit. Features a brushed-aluminum faceplate best fender covers in the industry, featuring www.eastwood.com with round louvers for an original or brilliant three-color design, anti-roll dam and PN: 13795Z nostalgic appearance. soft rubberized backing to prevent scratches Eastwood says that its 1,800° internal and slipping. exhaust coating is a truly unique product that is designed to reduce underhood temperatures and extend the life of exhaust system components. By coating the inside of the exhaust system, this focused formula traps the heat inside the tubing and prevents corrosion. People are redesigning existing products to make them better, lighter, stron- ger. We do that with brake systems. Through CAD/ CAM software, we’re able to design and change the properties of products, either converting drum systems to disc or, in some cases, putting eight-piston calipers inside 15-in. wheels. Drake Automotive Group By putting a lightweight aluminum cali- ’65–’68 Ford Mustang Tri-Y Stainless-Steel Headers per under there, you are reducing the 800-999-0289 weight and keeping the stock characteris- www.drakeautomotivegroup.com Drake Automotive Group tics of the vehicle without changing a lot PN: C5ZZ-9430-SS ’11 Jeep JK Six-Speed Shift Knob 800-999-0289 of geometry. Scott Drake says that these Tri-Y headers resemble traditional Tri-Ys in appearance, with www.drakeautomotivegroup.com The Internet allows people to shop for subtle changes to enhance fit and performance. PN: JP-181112-BL the right item, but they have to under- Tubes are CNC mandrel bent, carefully Add a custom look to the JK’s interior with installed in a precision-engineered welding jig this machined, billet-aluminum shift knob. stand that the right look is not the only From Drake Off Road, this shift knob is made consideration. They have to understand for a perfect fit and then precision welded by master craftsmen. from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and features the technology involved and how a part a Drake-exclusive polyurethane tire-tread grip. is going to alter the ride quality or performance of the vehicle. They need to use the Internet to do their homework. Manufacturers must also be able to educate retailers so that the salesman knows as much or more than the customer and can deliver the right product. Drake Automotive Group People are tired of seeing “Made in All Fords 7-in. Round Halogen Sealed- China,” but you have to be sure that you Beam Headlamp build quality. People expect a lot more 800-999-0289 www.drakeautomotivegroup.com than they have in years past, and the PN: CODZ-13007-A expectation is that parts will be delivered Scott Drake’s 7-in., 12V, round halogen sealed-beam headlamp fits all Fords, including in a reasonable amount time, look good SoffSeal Inc. and perform well. ’64–’68 Mustangs, ’70–’73 Mustangs, ’67–’77 ’69–’75 Chevelle Inner Rear Vertical Broncos and ’48–’77 Ford pickups. Features —Michael Jonas Quarter Window Seal the FOMOCO script and halogen for better 800-426-0902 President visibility. Said to be 40% brighter than tung- www.soffseal.com Stainless Steel Brakes Corp. (SSBC) sten bulbs and an exact copy of the lens detail. PN: 5023 The difference is visible. Sealing strip, quarter window, inner rear vertical. 66 August 2012 SEMA News Real Deal Steel LLC ’55–’57 Chevy Custom Frame Upgrade Kit 407-585-1957 www.realdealsteel.com PN: TFK-567 Real Deal Steel LLC Tubular 1½in. steel frame reinforcement kit. ’57 Chevy Modified Underhood Cross Upgrades and strengthens the original frame Real Deal Steel LLC Brace for custom builds. Includes H-brace and ’57 Chevy Dash End Caps 407-585-1957 transmission crossmembers. Fits all ’55–’57 407-585-1957 www.realdealsteel.com frames except convertibles. www.realdealsteel.com PN: HCB-7 PN: DC-57 Steel underhood brace that is modified to Steel dash end cap trim with screws fits all ’57 allow use of a center-outlet radiator mounted Chevy passenger car and wagon body styles. in front of the core support. Needed for long water pump and big-block installations. The quality of restoration parts is getting a lot better than in years past. It appears that manufacturers are paying attention to the “If it isn’t right, we won’t buy it” mantra. The introduction of weld-through primer on sheetmetal and the introduction of fully assembled floorpans have been the most signifi- Real Deal Steel LLC ’55–’57 Chevy Station Wagon and Nomad cant developments. There are also more Tailgate Hinge Trim specialized items for musclecars, such 407-585-1957 as wiring harnesses, new LED lighting, www.realdealsteel.com sheetmetal and individual braces that Workshop Hero PN: TGT-567 (A Division of Armor Protective Exact steel reproduction of the often missing were not offered before. Packaging) or rusty tailgate hinge trim used on all ’55–’57 Reproductions are more and more like Dry Coat Rust Preventative Chevy stationwagons and Nomads. Also fits the original equipment. There have been 800-365-1117 other GM wagons. www.metalrescue.com significant leaps in the assortment of res- DCRP32 toration parts now available as opposed Dry Coat Rust Preventative is a water-based to five years or less ago, but there may be product that contains rust inhibitors. It dries too many new manufacturers making the quickly and is non-toxic, non-sticky and does not attract dirt/dust. Apply via spray or dip. same parts already offered. Dries within 30 minutes and leaves rust Retailers must concentrate on quality. protection that’s not sticky or tacky. Don’t settle for substandard, inferior products. Price points are not always going to be low, but the average guy will pay more for something that he knows will fit and work. The greatest opportunities exist in the younger markets. We old guys are going to continue with the cars, but it is going to be up to the manufac- Mach-Speed Inc. Real Deal Steel LLC turers and retailers to interest a new, Truck Rear Window Louver ’56–’57 Chevy Four-Door Hardtop Rear younger marketplace. 574-293-1234 Door Jamb Repair Panels —Jim Christina www.machspeedinc.com 407-585-1957 PN: 31001 www.realdealsteel.com Vice President/General Manager Rear window louvers for Chevrolet/GMC, PN: DLP-67 Dynacorn International Inc. & Ford F-Series, Ram, Toyota Tundra and Steel panels repair rust in the lower rear door- Dynacorn Classic Bodies Inc. Nissan Titan trucks. Designed for the jambs on ’56–’57 Chevy four-door hardtops. performance look and privacy. Exact fit; welds in. Sold in pairs. www.semanews.com 67