Month: November

Video: New XForce Tech Gives Drivers Total Exhaust Control With Smartphone

(Image/StangTV) LAS VEGAS, NV — We weren’t actively wondering how XForce’s ultra-cool Varex mufflers with remote-controlled adjustable valve technology could get any cooler, but that didn’t stop XForce from teaching us anyway. XForce’s Adam Matthews took time at the 2016 SEMA Show to walk us through the updates to the company’s highly innovative Varex performance

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Chrysler Museum Closing, Transitioning to Fiat Chrysler Office Space

(Image/Embassy Suites) The Auburn Hills, MI-based Walter P. Chrysler Museum will be open just two more weekends before closing forever to be converted to Fiat Chrysler office space, according to several news reports. The museum will be open Nov. 19-20 and Dec. 17-18, with Dec. 18 being the final day. There are 65 historical vehicles

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SEMA 2016: 12 Noteworthy New Products for Ford Vehicles

LAS VEGAS, NV — We’ve covered some of the new Chevy and Mopar products found at the 2016 SEMA Show. Now it’s your turn, Blue Oval fans! Here’s a sampling of items we found for old and new Ford Mustangs, F-150s, and even diesel applications:   Eagle Specialty Products Ford 331 Stroker Cast Crank This 331 stroker

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Mailbag: Properly Installing Battery Disconnect Switches

Q: My new battery disconnect switch has two large terminals, and two smaller terminals. How should I hook it up? A: The large terminals should be connected (in series) to positive battery cable. This will protect sensitive electronic equipment in the event of a ground failure. The smaller terminals are used to shut off power at the

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SEMA 2016: Dana-Spicer’s New Ultimate Dana 60 Axle for Jeep JK

LAS VEGAS, NV — There’s tough. And there’s next-level tough. Dana-Spicer’s new Ultimate Dana 60 Rear Axle for Jeep JK falls into the latter category. The axle was developed with the most adventure-oriented Jeepers in mind. We’re talking hardcore off-roaders who tackle some of the toughest terrains on the planet. It features a full-float design, 35-spline nickel

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SEMA 2016: Hays Introduces Versatile Dragon Claw Clutch

Clutches are fickle beasts. You can get a great clutch for street driving, but it won’t support the power you’ll use when racing. You can get a race clutch, but it won’t work well for street performance. The folks at Hays recognized this dilemma and set forth to resolve it with a single clutch that

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SEMA 2016: 19 Great New Products for Chevy Owners

LAS VEGAS, NV — The SEMA Show has something new for every Chevy enthusiast, whether you’re a classic truck owner or late-model performance fanatic. Here are just a few Chevy-oriented products that caught our eye at this year’s show. Eagle Specialty Products GM LS Pro Stroker Kit Eagle Specialties has come out with stroker rotating assemblies for GM LS

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