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1. LT Valve Covers
Billet Specialties’ Gen V Modular Valve Covers enhance your LT engine’s style by hiding unsightly coils. Made from durable 6061-T6 billet aluminum, they feature integrated coil mounts, a removable top cover, and sleek finishes in polished or black anodized options. The covers include polished ARP stainless fasteners, a screw-in oil fill cap, and ¼ NPT provisions for PCV or oil separators. The improved top design allows easy coil access without wire disconnection.
For more information, contact Billet Specialties by calling (866) 317-5937 or visit billetspecialties.com.
2. Retro-Fit Corvette Gauges
Classic Instruments now offers an electronic Retro-fit Service Package for 1963-1967 Corvettes. Using the customer’s original parts, it retains iconic features like cone-shaped dials (’63-64) while incorporating modern ZST Speedometer technology compatible with engines, transmissions, ECUs, and GPS. The package includes air-core movements for durability and precision, necessary sending units, and no extra modules. Balancing affordability and customization, it ships in four weeks. Optional upgrades include clocks, GPS sensors, and more. Custom builds are also available. Made in the USA.
For more information, contact Classic Instruments by calling (800) 575-0461 or visit classicinstruments.com.
3. F-Body LS Swap Crossmember
The Hooker BlackHeart redesigned second-generation GM F-body LS engine swap crossmember simplifies installation and lowers costs. It supports T-56 (GM fourth-gen F-Body and GTO), T-56 Magnum, 4L80E/4L85E, TH400, and 200-4R transmissions. The removable feet allow separate installation from the main crossmember, enhancing ease of use. Additional adapters are required for 4L80E/4L85E (PN 71223013HKR) and TH400/200-4R (PN 12650HKR) transmissions, making it a versatile and user-friendly solution for engine swaps.
For more information, contact Holley by calling (866) 464-6553 or visit holley.com.
4. New 9-inch Housing
Ridetech’s new 9-inch Ford Rear Axle Housings simplify installing their bolt-on four-link system into 1967-1981 Camaro/Firebird or 1968-1974 Nova models. These housings come pre-welded with four-link and sway bar brackets for a 100 percent bolt-in setup. Built for strength, they feature a webbed centersection, ¼-inch wall tubes, and 31-spline heat-treated axles with Timken bearings. Available in raw or black powdercoat finishes, the housings include preinstalled hardware for seamless installation, catering to both stock and mini-tubbed applications.
For more information, contact Ridetech by calling (812) 482-2932 or visit ridetech.com.
5. Robust LS
BluePrint Engines has upgraded its Pro Series LS crate engines with a new cast-iron block for enhanced durability, especially under forced induction. Features include six-bolt mains, extended cylinder skirts, priority main oiling, thicker deck faces, and improved cooling. Available in 376 ci (530 hp) or 427 ci (605 hp), both feature LS3 aluminum heads, hydraulic roller cams, and included intake, throttle body, and fuel systems. Optional engine management systems are available, backed by a 30-month/50,000-mile warranty.
For more information, contact Summit Racing by calling (800) 230-3030 or visit summitracing.com.
6. 1957 Chevy Control Panel
Vintage Air introduces a new 1957 Chevrolet Passenger Car Control Panel Replacement Kit, designed for Gen IV and Gen 5 SureFit Climate Control Systems. This bolt-in panel upgrades the classic dash with a sleek, modern look and rotary operation, fitting seamlessly into the original dash opening without modifications. Made from triple-chrome-plated 6061-T6 billet aluminum, it features LED illumination, smooth rotary controls, and a blue “A/C on” light. Easy to install, it complements Vintage Air’s advanced, reliable SureFit systems, delivering modern climate control and a period-correct aesthetic.
For more information, contact Vintage Air by calling (800) 733-5206 or visit vintageair.com.