Clamping Down on the Competition
by Stephanie Bachman
“EVERYBODY IN AMERICA learns their swear words from helping their dad take off worm gear clamps.” These are the words of Tim Magagna, one of the business owners of TKO Clamping Systems in Pocatello. This statement allowed Tim to see an innovative opportunity to create a new type of clamp—one that is an American-made, custom fit.
Clamping Down on the Competition
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Do-It-Yourself Engine Coating Kit Brings Ceramic Coatings to the Masses
Now anyone can coat Pistons, Bearings, Valves, Valve Springs, Cylinder Walls and more.
Ceramic coatings continue to be the best way to manage heat, reduce friction, increase power and extend part life. These cutting-edge coatings have only been available to professionals…until now.
These are the same coatings used by manufacturers, coating facilities, and race teams. Water-based coatings contain no hazardous solvents, no VOCs. Save time and money by applying performance coatings in your shop or at home.
The Engine Coating Kit contains:
CBC-1 Thermal Barrier Coating for piston tops, valve face, cylinder head, combustion chamber;
DFL-1 Dry Film Lubricant Coating for piston skirts, valve stems, valve springs, main/rod bearings, cams, gears;
PKSX Dry Powder Lubricant for cylinder walls, lifter bores and valve guides;
UltraGel Assembly Lubricant (used by top fuel teams) for cam, lifters, gears and more.
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Electra Meccanica Shows Off SOLO at 2017 SEMA Show - All-electric, single-passenger vehicle to transform daily commuting
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corporation (EMV) will show off its new 2017 SOLO electric vehicle (EV) at the Specialty Equipment Manufacturer Association’s (SEMA) show being held in Las Vegas from October 31 through November 3, 2017. After years of development, this one-person, innovative commuter vehicle is now available for the American viewing public to experience following its world debut in Vancouver last year. Fully-refundable deposits for the SOLO can be placed online at electrameccanica.com.
“The entire team here at Electra Meccanica is excited to unveil the SOLO at the SEMA show,” states Jerry Kroll, CEO of Electra Meccanica. “We encourage enthusiasts as well as any specialty equipment manufacturers to come over to our booth #50842 at the show and see this amazingly transformative commuter vehicle.”
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AEM Series 3 Standalone ECU Platforms Available for Ford, GM & Mopar EFI & TBI V8s!
Want to run your engine on programmable EFI on a budget? Here’s your best choice!
State-of-the-art engine control for only $999.00
Hawthorne, CA— AEM has released the Infinity Series 3 Programmable ECU platform for popular early- and late-model throttle body and port injected Ford, GM and Mopar V8s. The new Series 3 ECUs are simplified engine controllers designed to run a race, marine or crate engine without the need for, or cost of, additional features like variable cam control, Drive-by-Wire throttle control or internal wideband air/fuel sensor controllers. Initial release of the Series 3 includes the Infinity 308 (PN 30-7113) and Infinity 358 (PN 30-7114). Both Infinity Series 3 systems are offered at a special introductory retail price of only $999.00. Once this promotional introductory price ends, The Infinity 308 will retail for $1,198.00 and the Infinity 358 will retail for $1,248.30.
INFINITY 308
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BIGFOOT #1 & BOB CHANDLER MAKE RARE PUBLIC APPEARANCE DURING 2017 SEMA SHOW!
Whittier, Calif. (August, 2017) – It is impossible to tell the story of the Monster Truck and monster truck racing without mentioning the BIGFOOT® Monster Truck. From stadium shows to the big screen (Roadhouse, Cannonball Run), no other monster truck has a worldwide following as vast as the BIGFOOT Monster Truck. And although Bob Chandler’s BIGFOOT Team is working on BIGFOOT #22, there will never be another BIGFOOT #1.
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Focus Auto Design joins SEMA Data Co-op
August 28, 2017
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
SEMA Data Co-op:
Focus Auto Design, manufacturers of Canadian market OEM hood protectors, FormFit hood protectors and the newly released Tough Formfit Guard is pleased to announce we are now an active member of SEMA Data Co-op. We are proud that we were able achieve Platinum status on our initial upload. Congratulations to our team for compiling the data and for the many hours spent on this arduous process. Well done!
Come and visit us at Booth # 51547 at SEMA 2017!
Visit our website at www.formfithoodprotectors.com to view our complete line of hood protectors.
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Spray Your Way To BIG SAVINGS With Apollo’s TrueHVLP™ Maxi-Miser® 1000 & 2000 Mobile Spray Systems
Apollo Sprayers International, Inc., a USA based leader in the manufacturing of HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) has developed the ultimate portable auto body spray finishing systems for both mobile and shop use, the Maxi-Miser® 1000 & 2000 TrueHVLP™ Turbo paint spray systems.
“By using Apollo’s advanced TrueHVLP™ technology, the Maxi-Miser® 1000 & 2000 system offer dramatically less overspray (80% - 90% transfer efficiency) which translates to a documented 40% savings on paint. Mobile collision repair specialists that use the Maxi-Miser® TrueHVLP™ painting system see immediate savings in paint consumption and increased through put. In addition, users have experienced amazing finish results with solvent or waterborne Basecoats, Metallics and Clears.” states John Darroch, President of Apollo Sprayers International, Inc.
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Spray Your Way To BIG SAVINGS With Apollo’s TrueHVLP™ TWIN-TURBO Maxi-Miser® 3000 Spray System
Apollo Sprayers International, Inc., a USA based leader in the manufacturing of HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) has developed the ultimate auto body spray finishing system, the patented TWIN-TURBO Maxi-Miser® 3000™.
The TWIN-TURBO Maxi-Miser® 3000 painting system is Made in the USA designed with professional body shops in mind. The system provides continuous clean, warm, dry air without oil or moisture and no need for expensive filters or dryers. The system includes the patented Pressure Control System (PCS™) that controls motor speed, voltage and amperage while adjusting automatically for altitude and barometric pressure; Variable Power Level Control which allows the operator to adjust the atomizing pressure accurate to 1/10th a PSI; LCD Message Center monitors all system functions and (3) HVLP spray guns for use with Primer, Base and Clear coats, a 37’ long flex hose and a 2-Year Limited Warranty.
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Level Ride Wireless Adjustable Suspension Controller
Level Ride Air Suspension (LRAS) now offers a highly refined way to control popular pneumatic and hydraulic suspension systems. Working with a vehicle’s existing adjustable suspension, LRAS uses an Android-based wireless control unit to change ride height by touch or voice: no more hitting switches. Plus, LRAS stores data from the WiFi-enabled controller in a secure cloud-based server. This permits remote diagnostics and troubleshooting anywhere in the world where a reliable WiFi connection is available.
“The Level Ride Air Suspension system is the culmination of 18 years of industry experience designing, manufacturing and distributing suspension products,” says founder/product engineer James Cloke. Launched in Australia in 1999 as Tubular Suspension Systems, the company originally specialized in retrofitting modern suspension components to older vehicles. James Cloke also served as a government consultant on suspension regulations and safety guidelines in his native country.
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Pilot Acquires Luxury Truck Accessory and Wheel Brand Rolling Big Power
Aligning with Pilot’s aggressive growth initiative, the acquisition of the iconic RBP brand strengthens Pilot’s brand portfolio.
City of Industry, CA, September 5, 2017
Pilot Inc. announced that it has wholly acquired Rolling Big Power (RBP), the premium truck accessories lifestyle brand, including its highly coveted custom wheels division – its second acquisition within the last year.
From grilles and lift kits, to wheels and almost everything in between, RBP manufacturers luxury truck accessories allowing the builder to feature their unique personality to be showcased in their truck. Utilizing Pilot’s strength in distribution and coupled with RBP’s innovative products, the combined powerhouse of RBP and Pilot will elevate the entire truck builder experience with the brand.
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TruStack Tire Dolly issued patent for unique tie down feature and caster configuration
The TruStack Tire Dolly has been issued a patent (US Patent 9,610,963) for its innovative tie-down system and for its clever and unique caster configuration.
While major tire retailers enjoy strong brand recognition among their potential customers, small tire retailers have to inform every potential customer that drives by that they sell tires for a living. That’s why when you drive down a street with tire stores, it is common to see dozens of tires stacked out by the road in front of those stores.
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PRESTONE® POWER STEERING FLUID PROVIDES CRITICAL PROTECTON, MAXIMIZES PERFORMANCE IN EXTREME CONDITIONS
Chicago, IL. – The finest automotive performance is influenced by quality power steering fluid. Prestone Products Corporation, the leader in under-the-hood chemicals, offers a line of synthetic power steering fluids designed for optimal performance.
The complete line-up of steering fluids, designed for domestically and internationally manufactured vehicles, are compatible with original factory-fill fluids and designed with anti-wear additives to protect pump components. This industry-leading technology includes antioxidants to prevent sludge formation, seal conditioners to protect and rejuvenate seals, anti-foam agents to prevent pump cavitation and steering loss and corrosion inhibitors to protect metal components.
The full line of Prestone® synthetic power steering fluids include the following:
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SFI 18.1 APPROVED HARMONIC BALANCERS
Badger Performance Mfg Co. Is proud to offer it's two new Brands of Badger Performance Harmonic Balancers for 2017. We Engineer, Manufacture and Distribute Automotive Harmonic Balance Dampers for High Performance Race and Street Applications. Our company has been producing and expanding both aftermarket product lines for the last 18 years supplying many other companies in the private label market.
Badger Pro-SFI Harmonic Dampers are Designed and Manufactured to meet the safety requirements of Specification SFI 18.1 for sanctioned professional racing events. Our proven manufacturing processes meet and even exceed OEM Specifications ensuring exact Form, Fit and Superior Function.
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Slam Specialties 4-way 3/8" valve manifold
The SV-8C is a 8-coil manifold for independent control of four air springs. With a dedicated fill and exhaust valve for each 6061-T6 anodized aluminum block with pre-installed 3/8" push connect fittings and watertight molex connector, installation is plug and play. With built-in removable mufflers, no external silencers are needed. Unique in-line port configuration makes plumbing clean.
Features:
- 3/8" 4-corner valve manifold
- 200 psi rated
- LED logo display
- (2) 3/8" PTC fill ports
- (4) 3/8" PTC bag ports
- Slot port exhausts on each side
- Water tight plug w/ included wire harness
- Built-in removable disc mufflers
- In-line configuration for clean install
- Includes mounting hardware
- (7) color options available
The SV-8C 3/8" 4-way valve manifold is backed by a 1-year warranty. MSRP is $419.95, designed & manufactured by Slam Specialties. Made in the USA. For more information, please contact Slam Specialties, 888.352.5225, www.slamspecialties.com
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NHRA Top Fuel champion Tony Schumacher will be in the Heidts Suspensions booth October 31!
Heidts Suspension Systems is excited to announce that 8 time NHRA Top Fuel champion Tony Schumacher will stopping by to sign autographs in our booth on Tuesday October 31st from 11-2pm. Tony worked with Heidts on his'78 Trans Am to fit our PRO-G bolt on independent front suspension and high horsepower PRO-G independent rear suspension kits. We will have this beautiful car displayed in our booth for photos.
Tony built this Bandit inspired TA with his son and daughter who took the helm researching and adding design touches throughout the build. Motivation is provided by a Dart 582-cid, 900hp big block Chevy engine mated to a Tremec 6 speed transmission. Keeping Tony safe while on the autocross or strip is a custom Alston Racing roll cage built in house by Heidts. Please stop by and grab an autograph from Tony on Tuesday. If you can't make it, we will have his car on display through the whole show.
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MALCO UNVEILS UNIQUE INVENTION FOR SANDING CONTOURS
“The Malco ‘Conformable Sander’ is the first re-usable sanding block design capable of holding hand-pressed convex, concave or S shapes to match a contoured surface” says David Clark, New Business Development Manager for Malco Products. “We are initially targeting this new product for the auto body repair and restoration market,” he said. “Our research and development approach was, from the start, a process matching over 65-years of Malco tool design expertise with field research, testing and real world insights gained from our USA ‘Gold Class Certified’ Body Shop partners. The work-saving advantage we have produced for the auto body technician is a segmented sanding block, with internal aluminum memory bar, that can be quickly set and re-set to conform to auto body contours encountered throughout the sanding operation. The block also conforms to the human hand, when gripping, to reduce fatigue and promote evenly applied pressure over the entire sanding surface.”
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4 New Products From Liquid Armour Protective Coatings LLC
Liquid Armour Protective Coatings LLC will be releasing 4 new industry changing products at SEMA 2017. Buyers are welcome to request samples and see product demos at booth #51406. Products will also be available in the "New Product Showcase" area.
Product #1. LA-50ML-KIT
The Liquid Armour 50ML kit is a multi-layerable, clear, liquid nano-ceramic coating. When cured this technology will adhere itself to the surface to form a permanent, non-stick, and extremely strong yet flexible protective shield. Liquid Armour can be described as a coat of Armour that outlasts the elements. SGS tested, passed, & certified for 9H scratch and 240hr salt corrosion.
Product #2. LA-DG101
Degreaser + works great on all solid automotive & marine surfaces.
Features:
Removes wax, grease and oil. use to prep surface for Ceramic coating
Safe for use on all solid surfaces. will not deteriorate clear coats.
Safe to use on Aluminum, Chrome, Alloy, or Clear coated wheels.
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SATA set to unveil the newest special edition spray gun design at SEMA 2017
The SATAjet 5000 B Sailor was created as an entry for the SATA 2016 Design Contest by Connie Manjavinos (USA), she came in second place with her imaginative design. Connie is also known for her worldwide fame on social media with Girls behind the Gun.
Inspired by classic Pin Up motifs and traditional tattoos, this colorful spray gun was developed in cooperation with graphic designer Bryson Kinslow from Sharkface Apparel. The launch of the “Sailor Lady” model will give all SATA fans the chance now to own this beautifully adorned spray gun.
The SATAjet 5000 B Sailor is, of course, a fully functional gun also suitable for daily use in the paint shop, due to its robust and attractive surface treatment.
This exciting special edition spray gun is available in WSB, 1.2 to 1.5 nozzle sizes in the SATAjet 5000 B spray gun series, with the option of HVLP and RP technology in Standard format as well as with all three sizes of RPS disposable cups.
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SATA RPS Cups save time and material
SATA® RPS® Single Use Cups save not only time, but paint and cleaning materials too. The SATA RPS Rapid Preparation System is a vented system that allows a constant and even flow-rate, for constant color match, and constant film build from a full cup down to the last drop.
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Covercraft to Exhibit World’s Only Air Radial Powered Truck at SEMA
Las Vegas, NV (September 21, 2017) – Not all hybrids are fuel-efficient. One in fact is designed to burn gas - AV Gas. Introducing P.A.R.T.™ - the world’s only Plymouth Air Radial Truck™. It’s a plane. It’s a truck. It’s a mash up of a 1939 Plymouth Pick-up and a 757 seven-cylinder radial engine from a 1950’s Cessna airplane. And it runs.
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