New Restoration Products

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SEMA NEW PRODUCTS
New Restoration Products
Preserving, Protecting and Improving Classic Cars
F
rom Model Ts to musclecars and beyond, the restoration of classic automobiles has been a thriving segment of the automotive
specialty-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-flourishof the top-flight businesses that help res- ing restomod movement. The products
toration enthusiasts create their rolling and commentaries make for a thoughtworks 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
PN: DO78GFD0010
Authentic reproduction door panels for
’78–’81 Firebirds and Trans Ams.
Del City
AT-Series Connector Kit
800-654-4757
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
Signature-Series Big Brake Kit
800-405-2000
www.getdiscbrakes.com
PN: AFXWK31CS
Custom Protector Mat
800-275-4695
www.newark-auto.com
PN: FP100247
Bold looks and big performance define the
signature line of brake kits. The front wheel
kit, as seen, retails for $745. Four-wheel
conversions from $1,345 retail.
Custom Protector Mat is manufactured to fit
specific vehicles using a variety of carpets, with
non-skid back coating and an embossed vinyl
heel pad (150–2,000 pieces).
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Secretaudio RMS
800-888-8637
www.custom-autosound.com
PN: SECRETAUDIO RMS
A new wireless (RF) remote hideaway audio
system. Includes iPod interface, a USB flashdrive player, a satellite radio interface and a
CD changer control. All functions controlled
and visible on the remote LCD screen.
Runner-Up
Best New MobileElectronics Product
Del City
Lloyd Mats
Sealed Window Crimp Connector
800-654-4757
www.delcity.net
PN: 942005
Signature Rubber Corvette C6 Mats
818-768-6001
www.lloydmats.com
PN: SR01-SR02
American Autowire
The only all-weather, full-color logo mat for
all C6 models. Lloyd’s C6 mats are a blend of
natural and synthetic rubber to provide
a heavy, soft, abrasion-resistant product.
American Autowire’s most powerful and
versatile wiring system in a modular panel
system. Designed to handle power demands of
upgrades, such as electric fans, A/C, any gauge
combination, any aftermarket steering column,
updated powertrain combinations, etc.
Highway 22 Series Wiring Kit
856-933-0801
www.americanautowire.com
Lloyd Mats
Licensed Logo Mats For Performance Cars
818-768-6001
www.lloydmats.com
Lloyd Mats has created the largest selection
of trademark logo mats in the auto industry,
offering hundreds of logos on custom-fit mats
for Porsches, Corvettes, Camaros, Cadillac
CTS-Vs, Challengers, Chargers, Mustangs and
many more.
Lloyd Mats
Classic Loop Custom-Fit Floor Mats
818-768-6001
www.lloydmats.com
PN: not a SKU based product
At $79.90 retail for two front-emblem mats,
this new custom-fit carpet mat line continues
Lloyd’s high standard for appearance and quality. Customers can choose their embroidered
emblem from more than 1,000 automotive
trademarks, lifestyle and personalized designs.
Goodmark Industries Inc.
’64–’70 Widened Inner Wheel Housing
for Mustang/Cougar
770-339-8557
www.goodmarkindustries.com
PN: 3020-670-64 WL or WR
Crafted from OEM specifications with an
additional 2 in. of steel. The widened inner
housing allows for up to a 2-in.-wider back tire
displacement for the mini tub. This aftermarket product is the first of its kind and is available only for ’64–’70 Mustangs/Cougars.
Classic Tube
Chevy Truck Replacement Brake
and Fuel Lines
716-759-1800
www.classictube.com
Chevy truck replacement brake and fuel lines
are pre-formed to OEM specifications.
Made from stainless-steel tubing. A corrosionresistant, permanent solution. Applications
from ’40s to ’08.
Seeing is believing. Del City proudly
announces its newest line of harshenvironment connectors. Clear-View
connectors provide visual assurance, quick
identification and a waterproof seal.
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
require much less work.
Many manufacturers have incorporated computer-aided manufacturing and
modern machinery to both decrease costs
and increase quality. Manufacturers once
had no choice but to use the same technologies that were used to make the original parts. Now they often have multiple
parts for the same application—parts that
fit and work well for the restorer on a
budget, but also include a more expensive
option for the professional restorer who
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
a Car Show” program to help get youth
involved in our hobby. Many young
people are entering and getting started
with G-body cars due to their price and
availability, and I see this as very encouraging for the future of our industry.
—Alex Tainsh
Executive Vice President
Parts Unlimited Inc. (PUI)
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Eastwood Co.
Evolution HVLP
Paint Gun
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 12776
Eastwood Co.
Eastwood Co.
The Eastwood Evolution paint gun is designed
to be a uniquely versatile gun that performs
and feels like no other. Its high-tech composite ergonomic body is comfortable and
lightweight, allowing the user to paint for long
periods without fatigue.
The industry is growing,
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
perfect-fitting products, is one of the most
significant developments in that trend.
Maintaining quality and supply of
imported parts are the greatest hurdles
as U.S. companies compete on price, but
I have heard of several companies that
are bringing their manufacturing back to
the States for these reasons. The greatest
opportunities lay in cross-selling related
products that enhance your product line,
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 November 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.
This will bring repeat customers and
referrals from the rest of the industry.
—Darrow Cowart
President
Old Air Products
Electronic Torque Angle Wrench
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 13622
Eastwood says that its highly accurate ⅜and ½-in.-drive digital electronic torque
angle wrenches are built tough enough to
continue functioning accurately even after
being dropped. Accurately measures torque
up to 150 lb.-ft. Features visual and audible
indicators and five preset memory settings.
Aerosol-Injected Cleaner
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 12846Z
Eastwood’s aerosol-injected cleaner directs a
focused blast of cleaner that penetrates deep
into hard-to-reach places. Designed to be ideal
for cleaning paint guns, brake lines, transmission lines, fuel lines, fuel rails, air intake systems, carburetors and much more.
R-4 Compressor Kits
817-531-2665
R4 compressor kit includes new R4 compressor, accumulator, orifice tube, O-rings and
refrigerant oil. Made in the USA.
Drier Tube Kit
817-531-2665
PN: 49-0212
Custom pre-formed jumper tube and mounting bracket. Mounts 2½-in.-diameter receiver
drier with O-ring fittings on Old Air Products
SuperKool-series condenser.
Electric Fan and Shroud for ’67–’68
Mustangs With 20-in. Radiators
817-531-2665
PN: 50-5068A
A custom fan assembly for ’67–’68 Mustangs
with 20-in. radiators. Features a 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.
A/C Hose Set for
’71–’72 Oldsmobile Cutlasses
817-531-2665
PN: 50-0415
An A/C hose set for ’71–’72 Oldsmobile
Cutlasses. Set includes suction, discharge and
liquid lines.
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.
Electric Fan and Shroud
for ’48–’54 Chevrolet Trucks
817-531-2665
PN: 50-20501850A-16SHP
Custom fan assembly for ’48–’54 Chevrolet trucks. Features 16-in. (2,070cfm) 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.
GM ’64–’72 A-Body Levant Grain Vinyl Top
800-363-8804
PN: VTC30GHK
A ’64–’72 GM A-body Levant grain vinyl top.
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The cost of manufacturing is continually increasing, 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
education has become one of our biggest value-added offerings.
—Matt Agosta
President
Steele Rubber Products
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Mustang Project
’64.5–’66 Mustang LED Turn-Signal Mirrors
512-828-6417
www.mustangproject.com
PN: MP-8001-RED
Classic cars and early Mustangs have a lower
profile than most modern cars. Make sure your
customer’s car is noticed when it changes lanes
with these new LED turn-signal indicating
mirrors. They look like original Ford stock
deluxe remote mirrors until the turn signals are
activated. Simple one-wire hookup.
The re-emergence of mid’60s musclecars and cars from
the ’60s and ’70s in general
seems to be the biggest new
trend in the restoration industry. These are the cars that the Baby Boomers remember and are now restoring or
using to create restomods. This has become
a huge part of the automotive restoration
business and has caused many manufacturers to step up production and create new
product for more profit.
The most significant new-product development that I have seen is the recreation
of factory-correct, steel-body musclecars.
Mustangs, Camaros and more have been
created, making it possible to build an
entire car from new parts. Exact duplicate
sheetmetal parts for all makes and models
are also being manufactured, making it
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,
but retailers must also be aware of quality,
requiring more research on the retailers’
part to ensure that they are purchasing
quality products.
—Harry Weimann
Director of Education, Wyotech
American Autowire
’70–’74 Cuda/Challenger Classic Update
Wiring Kit
’61–’66 Ford Truck Classic Update Wiring Kit
856-933-0801
856-933-0801
PN: 510289
PN: 510260
American Autowire
This new kit is designed specifically for modified/upgraded ’61–’66 Ford F-100 and F-350
trucks. It will handle an increased number of
upgrades, such as electric fans, aftermarket A/C,
gauges, updated powertrain combinations, etc.
This new kit is designed specifically for modified- and Pro-Touring-styled ’70–’74 Cudas
and Challengers. It will handle upgrades such
as electric fans, aftermarket A/C, gauges, power
train combinations, etc.
Real Deal Steel LLC
’55–’57 Chevy Convertible
Windshield Frame
407-585-1957
PN: CVWF-1
Reproduction of the original convertible windshield frame allows conversion of any original
cowl assembly of any body style to convertible.
Also fits other GM models.
American Autowire
’69 Camaro Factory-Fit Dash Harness
856-933-0801
OEM-replacement dash harness for console-gauge-equipped
auto trans applications. All factory-fit harnesses are the restoration standard. Original GM tooling and parts are utilized
throughout. Correct fuse boxes, bulkheads, lamp sockets, connectors, terminals, clips and clamps are incorporated into each
harness for a true plug-and-play installation.
Classic Industries/OER
’78–’81 Camaro Z28 Taillamps Lens Set
714-847-6887
www.classicindustries.com
PN: 5930259/5930260
Reproduction black-accented taillamp lens set
for ’78–’81 Camaro Z28 models. Manufactured
to exact OE specifications with authentic markings and in correct original colors.
American Autowire
’70 Mustang Wiring Kit
856-933-0801
This new kit is designed specifically for
modified- and Pro-Touring-styled ’70
Mustangs. It will handle upgrades such as
electric fans, aftermarket A/C, gauges,
powertrain combinations, etc.
Proforged Chassis Parts
Extra-Tall A/F/X Ball Joints
973-404-0086
www.proforged.com
PN: 101-10017
CamberTech ’67–’69 Camaro
Tubular Control Arms
973-404-0086
www.proforged.com
PN: GEN1UPPERS
Proforged says that the top of the tire
leans inward around a turn in modern
performance cars to ensure maximum
contact with the road. Classic musclecars are the opposite—the top of the
tire actually leans outward, yielding a
small tire contact patch. CamberTech
arms use a 0.90-in.-taller upper ball
joint to correct this problem and
deliver incredible handling. Adjustable
caster slugs and Delrin bushings finish
out the optimal performance solution.
Proforged extra-tall ball joints for ’67–’69
Camaro/Firebirds, ’64–’72 A-bodies and
’68–’74 Novas feature a 0.90-in. extended
length ball stud for dramatically improved
handling. They improve the camber curve
and stabilize the roll center. Proforged’s new
extra-tall upper ball joints are said to be the
tallest available for these classic musclecars,
yielding the most aggressive but streetable
camber curve for optimal performance.
ECS Automotive Concepts
RPM-Rust Prevention Magic
855-532-7846
www.ecsautomotive.com
PN: RPM8
Rust Prevention Magic is a patented, revolutionary, moisture-resistant
compound that is designed to protect bare metal components against
corrosion, rust and damaging oxidation.
An ’80 Camaro/Berlinetta Custom Cloth
Pre-Assembled Door Panel
502-425-3766
www.pui.cc
PN: 80FDLT-P
PUI is proud to offer ’80–’81 Camaro Custom/
Berlinetta door panels with the long-awaited
accent stripes correct for these panels. Available
for all stock colors; sewn in as original.
ECS Automotive Concepts
VIN Safety Certification Labels
855-532-7846
www.ecsautomotive.com
ECS Automotive Concepts manufactures
licensed replacement VIN, tire-pressure and
emissions labels for the collision industry.
Every offering is an exact reproduction of
the factory originals.
GGG—Gold Glass Group
Restoration Weatherstripping
631-981-4277
www.gggcorp.com
PN: BELK GM10 82
Beltline weatherstripping kit fits
’83–’94 Chevys, GMC S10 Blazers
or S15 Jimmys. Four-piece kit contains
inner and outer moldings.
The current trend is
back to driving the car you
restore. Faithful, 100%
correct restorations still
happen, but more enthusiasts are building top-notch
cars to drive and not trailer, so more
attention is being paid to reliability, fuel
economy, safety and handling. The manufacture of new chassis and body parts
means significant improvements and the
ability to repair that once-forgotten hulk
or replace it entirely with a new body.
Modern design and manufacturing
techniques have made possible what was
impossible just a few short years ago. Easy
access to water-jet machines, computercontrolled plasma and laser cutting has
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?
Many forgotten cars are becoming or will
soon become sought after, and unique
parts for those vehicles will need to be
manufactured and sold as well.
—Joe Whitaker
Managing Partner
Real Deal Steel LLC
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Danchuk Manufacturing Inc.
Quiet Ride Solutions
AcoustiSHield Thermal Acoustic Insulation
209-942-4777
www.quietride.com
PN: MUST 6768-CAK
AcoustiSHield thermal acoustic automotive
insulation kits are year-, make- and modelspecific, pre-cut and ready to install for 1,100
vehicles. Each kit includes Dynamat Xtreme
sound damper material, HeatShield barrier
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 previously but aren’t necessarily
perfect and are doing the brakes and
suspension, keeping the project price
down. There are a lot of 20- and 30-yearold restorations out there that were
done right to begin with but need to
be freshened.
Fuel injection is getting tweaked a lot
more for easily installed applications,
and some of the more sensible brake
upgrades are also significant. I like the
trend where brake companies are coming out with direct replacements–– both
conversions and disc upgrades—that will
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-buildas-you-go program. There are harnesses
now that have fuel-injection circuits,
extra lighting circuits, extra stereo power
circuits and so on. That has been a
great addition.
— Lenny Schaeffer
President
Chop-Shop Customs Inc.
’55–’57 Chevy Steel Fan Shroud
714-540-4363
www.danchuk.com
PN: 16627A
Danchuk says that its ’55–’57 Chevy fan
shroud is made from top-quality black powdercoated steel. It fits any model using a V8 radiator/core support mounted in the six-cylinder
position using Danchuk conversion brackets
PN 11236. Patent pending. Made in the U.S.A.
714-540-4363
www.danchuk.com
PN: 16626A
shroud is made from top-quality black powdercoated steel. It fits any model using a V8
radiator in the stock position. Patent pending.
Made in the U.S.A.
Glassworks, The Hardtop Shop Inc.
Universal Lift System
724-457-0680
www.thehardtopshop.com
PN: GTHS10
Universal lift system capable of lifting automotive hardtops, Jeep hardtops, truck caps and
covers, ladders, boats, bikes, motorcycles and
irregular-sized loads.
714-540-4363
www.danchuk.com
PN: 16625
shroud is made from top-quality black
powdercoated steel. It fits any model using a
V8 radiator mounted in the six-cylinder position. Patent pending. Made in the U.S.A.
Drake Automotive Group
’07–’12 Jeep JK and TJ Fuel Door
800-999-0289
www.drakeautomotivegroup.com
PN: JP-190004-BLK
Drake Off Road exclusively crafted this ’07–
’12 Jeep JK fuel door. Made from billet aluminum and die-cast with stainless faux fasteners
that feature a plunger for positive opening and
closing. Accentuated by a printed carbon-fiber
emblem embossed with the word “fuel.”
’07–’12 Jeep JK Chrome Mesh Grille
800-999-0289
PN: JP-190010-C
From Drake Off Road, these stylish Jeep mesh
grilles for the JK are made from stainless-steel
wire mesh. Available as chrome plated or
black powdercoated finish. Easy installation;
hardware included.
A ’68 Chevelle Platinum Edition
Pre-Assembled Door Panel
502-425-3766
www.pui.cc
PN: 68AD10-P
Oldsmobile Package Tray
800-363-8804
PN: PT68GU442
A ’68–’72 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 442 package tray.
’66–’67 Ford Bronco Taillamp
Housing Kit
800-999-0289
PN: C7UZ-13435-KIT
PUI’s new Platinum Edition door panels use
new and updated processes developed specifically for this line, combined with new tools
built from scratch, working directly from
painstaking measurements from original GM
panels, PUI brings users the most original part
at the fairest price.
Another Scott Drake exclusive, these
Bronco taillamp housings are a hardto-find replacement part. The taillamp
housings are zinc-plated and are said
to be the perfect alternative to the
original part.
Firebird T/A Floor Mats
800-363-8804
PN: FMTA0003004
Auto Custom Carpets Inc.
A ’76–’78 Trans Am SE Bandit floor mat.
Custom-Cut Floor Mat Set With Exclusive
Signature-Series Backing
800-633-2358
www.accmats.com
This set is shown with one of Auto Custom
Carpet’s licensed embroidered logos. The
backing is odorless, easy to clean, lightweight
and costs 40% less than the company’s traditional nibbed-backed mats.
Eastwood Co.
Aerosol-Injected
Lubricator
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 13445 Z
Eastwood’s aerosol-injected
lubricator directs a focused
blast of lubrication that
penetrates deep into hard-to-reach places.
It is said to be ideal for lubricating air tools,
fogging engines, lubricating lock and hinge
mechanisms and more.
Firebird Seat Upholstery
800-363-8804
PN: AA78GFD0010
Authentic reproduction seat upholstery
for ’78–’81 Firebirds and Trans Ams.
’69–’70 B-Body Dash Pads
800-363-8804
Hot-rod parts are
strong and climbing, and
musclecar parts are still
on the rise, but the most
significant trend is directfit applications with all of
the parts required for installation. Our
customers like to have everything needed
for the job at hand.
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
very worthwhile.
Regarding the economy, I believe that
the light at the end of the tunnel is
getting brighter. All segments appear
to be improving, and good companies
are doing good things! Even so, we all
need to continue to focus on the youth
and pay attention to the next customer
and the next owners and workers in our
industry.
The world has let customer service
slip. Focus on the customers, listen to
them and take care of their needs, and
you will see the results!
—Johnny McLeod
Owner
Classic Instruments
Authentic reproduction Chrysler dash pads
for ’69–’70 B-body cars.
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’65–’67 Ford Mustang
Billet Antenna
800-999-0289
PN: C5ZZ-18813-BL
Scott Drake designed a modern
’64–’73 Mustang 8-in. antenna.
This antenna is clear anodized and
machined from 6061-T6 billet
aluminum. Includes base, mount,
original-type coaxial cable and easyto-follow instructions.
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
Series wiring kits for ’60s and ’70s American musclecars. These wiring kits are
designed for updated vehicle electrical
capabilities combined with flexibility in
wire routing. We included component
parts that are absolutely necessary but
were not available unless the customer
purchased original OEM replacement
harnesses, including original connectors,
light sockets and associated grommets and
retention clips.
Customers are demanding complete
kits of components to finish their projects,
including complete installation instructions. We have seen a real value in colorcoded 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 playing field. It is no longer acceptable for
a manufacturer to put out a product
that is guesswork or just acceptable. This
forces us to research popular products
and develop strategies to integrate these
products into our base electrical systems.
—Michael P. Manning
President, American Autowire
TMI Products Inc.
Concourse Mach 1 Door Panels
951-272-1996
www.tmiproducts.com
PN: 10-70100-3722
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 materials. Complete and ready to install with weatherstrips, lock grommets and carpet
included. MSRP from $499.95.
Eastwood Co.
Pneumatic Fender Finisher
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 12124
Eastwood says that its pneumatic fender
former was developed to provide additional
front fender-to-tire clearance on lowered
vehicles or vehicles with larger wheel sizes.
The main feature of the tool is that it can
perform fender rolling without the need
to jack the vehicle and remove the wheel.
Hurricane A/C and Heater System
for ’68–’69 Chevelles
817-531-2665
In-dash air conditioning, heating and defrost
combo that mounts to the firewall. Choose
from an electronic slide control or integrated
switching using original factory control for an
original appearance. Unique modular design
provides tri-level cold or warm air flow.
TMI Products Inc.
’64–’93 Mustang Pony Sport Seat
Upholstery and Foam
951-272-1996
www.tmiproducts.com
TMI ’84–’93 Mustang pony sport seat
upholstery and foam. Vintage-style Mustang
Running Pony performance upholstery and
foam. Utilizes ’84–’93 Fox-body Mustang
frames with TMI sport-bolstered foam and
upholstery in classic musclecar pony styling.
MSRP from $399.95.
Metro Moulded Parts Inc.
RR 2009-B
800-878-2237
www.metrommp.com
PN: RR 2009-B
Metro Moulded Parts manufactures replacement rear Targa top seals for C5 Chevy
Corvette (’97–’04) coupes. U.S.A.-made and
backed by a 30-year warranty.
’67 Ford Mustang 390 Air Cleaner
800-999-0289
PN: C7ZZ-9600-E
An extremely rare ’67 390 GT high-performance air cleaner is now available through
Scott Drake Enterprises. This air cleaner is
a concours reproduction that includes
a blue base and chrome lid.
The upholstery segment
is manufacturing a much
more sophisticated product
than originally offered in
the vehicles of the ’60s and
’70s. Products such as seat
upholstery and seat foam are now designed
and manufactured as a system. Most of
the manufacturers offer seat foam that is
denser, much like what comes in modern
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 confusion 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
their problem and can relate to them. The
companies that have done this well have
weathered the storm and continue to grow.
—Dennis K. Roberts
National Sales Manager
Distinctive Industries
’11 Ford Mustang Strut Covers
800-999-0289
PN: BR3Z-7W13296-BL
’08–Up Dodge Challenger Fuel Door (All
Black)
800-999-0289
PN: MO-210001-BLACK
Drake Muscle Cars strut tower caps are
machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum
and clear anodized for a great look. The set
includes 10 caps to dress up both sides of the
engine compartment.
Drake Muscle Cars exclusively crafted this
Challenger fuel door assembly. Made from billet aluminum and die-cast with stainless faux
fasteners that feature a plunger for positive
opening and closing. Accentuated by a printed
carbon-fiber emblem embossed with fuel.
TMI Products Inc.
1967 Chevelle Sport Seats
951-272-1996
www.tmiproducts.com
TMI ’64–’72 Chevelle sport seats. Classic
Chevelle style with modern sport seat performance. Utilizes original ’64–’72 Chevelle seat
frame with TMI sport-bolstered foam and
upholstery for classic musclecar style. A ’67 is
shown here. MSRP from $399.95
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SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS
’68 Camaro RS Lower Molding Clip Set
714-847-6887
PN: K4089
Authentic reproduction of the original ’68
Camaro RS lower side molding clip kit.
Obsolete for decades, this clip kit features
correct OE configuration, appearance and fit.
Customers want products that are finished and
easy to install. A few years
ago, we started to offer
black-powdercoated columns, 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
the box, with a minimum of work on his
or her part. The level of sophistication in
today’s aftermarket world has grown by
leaps and bounds, driven by the OEMs
and customers. We’re now offering keyless ignition systems, and I would never
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 anything, and parts can be an issue if it’s
not an old Ford. Not long ago, nobody
would have thought seriously about hot
rodding or restoring a station wagon.
Who knows what will be next?
—Marty Waterstraut
Sales Manager
ididit Inc.
Real Deal Steel LLC
’55–’57 Chevy Custom Windlace/
Kick Panel Retainers
407-585-1957
PN: WLR-567
A well-made, economical, custom alternative to original or reproduction kick panel/
windlace retainers. Steel construction installs as
original. Tubular design allows quick and easy
installation of windlace.
Workshop Hero (A Division of Armor
Protective Packaging)
Metal Rescue Rust-Remover Bath
800-365-1117
www.metalrescue.com
PN: MR1GAL
Metal Rescue rust-remover bath is a waterbased, non-toxic (no acid) rust remover that
is safe on everything except rust. Simply soak,
check and rinse.
’10–Up Chevy Camaro Bow Tie Delete
800-999-0289
PN: CA-190005-BTD
Drake Muscle Cars Bow Tie Delete easily snaps into the hole left by removing the
grille emblem for a clean, classic look. Blacktextured ABS for perfect match.
SoffSeal Inc.
Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunbird
Weatherstrip Kit
800-426-0902
www.soffseal.com
Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunbird
weatherstrip kit. Includes trunk weatherstripping, door weatherstrips and a CNV top kit.
Firebird 15x8 Turbine Wheel
714-847-6887
PN: 10012258
Reproduction of the white 15 x 8 Pontiac
Firebird Turbine wheel originally installed
on 1980 Indy Pace Car and 1981 NASCAR
Pace Car models. Bolt pattern is 5 x 4¾. Caps,
emblems and lug nuts are sold separately.
Retro Manufacturing LLC
Real Deal Steel LLC
’55–’57 Chevy Trunk Striker
and Alignment Kit
407-585-1957
PN: TAK-567
Eastwood Co.
Battery Sustainer/Charger
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 13538
Includes original reproduction steel tailpan
loop, alignment pin and trunk tabs. Allows for
proper fit of trunk lid on all ’55–’57 Chevy
non-wagons.
Just connect the alligator clips or hardwire
the ring-terminal connectors to the battery
terminals and plug it into a wall outlet, and
it will maintain a constant 100% charge.
Microprocessor-controlled technology cuts off
when the battery is fully charged to prevent
damage from overcharging.
Retro Manufacturing LLC
Retrosound Model Two Radio
909-364-1372
www.retrosoundusa.com
PN: MODEL TWO
Fairchild Industries Inc.
’78–’88 Buick Regal/Grand National
Two-Piece T-Top Seal Kit
847-550-9580
www.fairchildind.com
PN: KG4028
Two-piece T-top seal kit designed to OEM
standards. Fits left- and right-hand sides:
’78–’88 Buick Grand National G Body;
’78–’88 Buick Regal; ’78–’88 Chevrolet Monte
Carlo (OEM# 20211821 and 20211820).
Said to be a breakthrough in classic car radios,
with iPod charge and play control. Authentic
pushbuttons and selectable screen colors.
Plays music stored on USB and SD card
devices. Subwoofer output with level and
crossover control. Two RCA pre-outs
for external amplification.
’67–’69 Camaro/Firebird Tall Outer Tie-Rod Ends
973-404-0086
www.proforged.com
PN: 104-10529
Proforged’s new bumpsteer-corrected tall outer tie-rod ends dramatically reduce bumpsteer
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
0.50-in.-taller tie rods are a street-friendly bolt-in solution. The taller ball stud yields a significant
reduction in bumpsteer when used with either stock or tall ball joints. Forged SAE4140 steel
ball studs and forged SAE1045 housings are said to be virtually indestructible and feature
a rust-resistant black electrocoating. Compatible with stock or aftermarket control arms.
Retrosound Plug-n-Play
909-364-1372
www.retrosoundusa.com
PN: PNP-1
An AM/FM modulator that allows playback
and charging of an iPod. It also accommodates
an MP3 or any other aux source. It autosenses
6- or 12-volt power as well as positive or negative ground. It has a very small footprint for
easy installation. The product will work with
any radio.
With the Internet providing information at the
consumers’
fingertips,
retailers need to recognize
that customers are really
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.
Most customers today are looking
to get a package deal that they can do
themselves, and they want to be more
involved in the custom aspect of their
vehicles. The majority of the people
doing restorations want their cars to
handle better. Whether it’s a ’60s or ’70s
vehicle that they want to have handle
like a ’12 or they want to give the car
a better stance at a show, the biggest
thing we’ve seen take off is the air-ride
suspension market.
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 opportunity is to be flexible and keep up with
changing times. People are always going
to be building those ’69 Camaros and
’70 Chevelles, but we also need to offer
products for the new-age hot rodding in
the form of cars like the ’13 Chargers
and Mustangs.
—Ron Perkins
Senior Sales and Marketing Manager
The Hoffman Group LLC
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SEMA QNEW PRODUCTS
All Ford Mustang Fender Cover
800-999-0289
PN: ACC-300-MUSTANG
Scott Drake Enterprises says that these are the
best fender covers in the industry, featuring
brilliant three-color design, anti-roll dam and
soft rubberized backing to prevent scratches
and slipping.
People are redesigning
existing products to make
them better, lighter, stronger. 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.
By putting a lightweight aluminum caliper under there, you are reducing the
weight and keeping the stock characteristics of the vehicle without changing a lot
of geometry.
The Internet allows people to shop for
the right item, but they have to understand that the right look is not the only
consideration. They have to understand
the technology involved and how a part
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.
People are tired of seeing “Made in
China,” but you have to be sure that you
build quality. People expect a lot more
than they have in years past, and the
expectation is that parts will be delivered
in a reasonable amount time, look good
and perform well.
—Michael Jonas
President
Stainless Steel Brakes Corp. (SSBC)
Eastwood Co.
Internal Exhaust Coating
800-345-1178
www.eastwood.com
PN: 13795Z
Eastwood says that its 1,800° internal
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.
IP-350
817-531-2665
PN: IP-350
Custom under-dash air-conditioning
unit. Features a brushed-aluminum faceplate
with round louvers for an original or
nostalgic appearance.
’65–’68 Ford Mustang Tri-Y
Stainless-Steel Headers
800-999-0289
PN: C5ZZ-9430-SS
Scott Drake says that these Tri-Y headers
resemble traditional Tri-Ys in appearance, with
subtle changes to enhance fit and performance.
Tubes are CNC mandrel bent, carefully
installed in a precision-engineered welding jig
for a perfect fit and then precision welded by
master craftsmen.
’11 Jeep JK Six-Speed Shift Knob
800-999-0289
PN: JP-181112-BL
Add a custom look to the JK’s interior with
this machined, billet-aluminum shift knob.
From Drake Off Road, this shift knob is made
from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and features
a Drake-exclusive polyurethane tire-tread grip.
All Fords 7-in. Round Halogen SealedBeam Headlamp
800-999-0289
PN: CODZ-13007-A
Scott Drake’s 7-in., 12V, round halogen
sealed-beam headlamp fits all Fords, including
’64–’68 Mustangs, ’70–’73 Mustangs, ’67–’77
Broncos and ’48–’77 Ford pickups. Features
the FOMOCO script and halogen for better
visibility. Said to be 40% brighter than tungsten bulbs and an exact copy of the lens detail.
The difference is visible.
SoffSeal Inc.
’69–’75 Chevelle Inner Rear Vertical
Quarter Window Seal
800-426-0902
www.soffseal.com
PN: 5023
Sealing strip, quarter window, inner rear vertical.
Real Deal Steel LLC
’55–’57 Chevy Custom Frame Upgrade Kit
407-585-1957
PN: TFK-567
Real Deal Steel LLC
Real Deal Steel LLC
’57 Chevy Dash End Caps
407-585-1957
PN: DC-57
Steel dash end cap trim with screws fits all ’57
Chevy passenger car and wagon body styles.
’57 Chevy Modified Underhood Cross
Brace
407-585-1957
PN: HCB-7
Steel underhood brace that is modified to
allow use of a center-outlet radiator mounted
in front of the core support. Needed for long
water pump and big-block installations.
Real Deal Steel LLC
Workshop Hero
(A Division of Armor Protective
Packaging)
Dry Coat Rust Preventative
800-365-1117
www.metalrescue.com
DCRP32
’55–’57 Chevy Station Wagon and Nomad
Tailgate Hinge Trim
407-585-1957
PN: TGT-567
Exact steel reproduction of the often missing
or rusty tailgate hinge trim used on all ’55–’57
Chevy stationwagons and Nomads. Also fits
other GM wagons.
Dry Coat Rust Preventative is a water-based
product that contains rust inhibitors. It dries
quickly and is non-toxic, non-sticky and does
not attract dirt/dust. Apply via spray or dip.
Dries within 30 minutes and leaves rust
protection that’s not sticky or tacky.
Mach-Speed Inc.
Truck Rear Window Louver
574-293-1234
www.machspeedinc.com
PN: 31001
Rear window louvers for Chevrolet/GMC,
Ford F-Series, Ram, Toyota Tundra and
Nissan Titan trucks. Designed for the
performance look and privacy.
Tubular 1½in. steel frame reinforcement kit.
Upgrades and strengthens the original frame
for custom builds. Includes H-brace and
transmission crossmembers. Fits all ’55–’57
frames except convertibles.
Real Deal Steel LLC
’56–’57 Chevy Four-Door Hardtop Rear
Door Jamb Repair Panels
407-585-1957
PN: DLP-67
Steel panels repair rust in the lower rear doorjambs on ’56–’57 Chevy four-door hardtops.
Exact fit; welds in. Sold in pairs.
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 significant developments. There are also more
specialized items for musclecars, such
as wiring harnesses, new LED lighting,
sheetmetal and individual braces that
were not offered before.
Reproductions are more and more like
the original equipment. There have been
significant leaps in the assortment of restoration parts now available as opposed
to five years or less ago, but there may be
too many new manufacturers making the
same parts already offered.
Retailers must concentrate on quality.
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 manufacturers and retailers to interest a new,
younger marketplace.
—Jim Christina
Vice President/General Manager
Dynacorn International Inc. &
Dynacorn Classic Bodies Inc.
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