Wind It, Don't Bind It
Total Cost Involved (TCI) announces a new torque-arm rear suspension for '67-'69 Firebirds, designed to eliminate the bind that occurs when cornering with the stock leaf-spring setup. The torque arm features a slider on its front that glides fore and aft, and rotates as the F-body goes through its suspension travel. This allows the Bird's handling to be controlled by the coilover shocks and the rear sway bar without the suspension binding. This kit requires welding on the axle brackets, panhard bracket, and optional sway-bar bracket. (An optional TCI Ford 9-inch housing comes with all brackets installed and heli-arced.) Call for pricing. Total Cost Involved
(866) 925-1101
www.totalcostinvolved.com.
Valley Pan Victory
Pacific Performance Racing has expanded its Tomahawk Performance product line to include this Tomahawk Valley Pan. It's constructed from 17-gauge steel, plated in either silver- or gold-nickel cadmium, and designed as a direct replacement for the factory pan. Features include reshaped underside baffles and better clearance for hydraulic- and solid-roller lifters, thereby eliminating oil-control issues previously seen with non-baffled valley pans. The price is $150. Pacific Performance Racing
(310) 832-4596
www.pacificperformanceracing.com.
Radio Rollout
The Paddock has some sound advice for car owners who want the fantastic features of modern stereo systems retrofitted to their classic Pontiacs. Its new stereo is small in size and incorporates the Paddock's patent-pending "Infinimount" adjustable shaft system with removable universal bracket that allows it to be easily installed in almost any classic car. It features a 60W x 4 integrated amplifier; mp3 connectivity; two RCA pre-amp outputs for external amplifiers; an LCD display with clock function and an enhanced viewing angle with daylight compatibility; and insulated bracket and external shaft systems, which reduce the electrical noise inherent in older vehicles. It's offered in a black or chrome face and comes with a one-year manufacturer's warranty. The price is $200 (PN CS900C chrome or CS900B black).
The Paddock
(800) 428-4319
www.paddockparts.com.
All Hands On Deck
Sherman & Associates announces its new reproduction outer and inner decklids for the '70-'72 Pontiac GTO, LeMans, and Tempest. They're die-formed from steel, made in Detroit, match every detail of the originals, and can ship anywhere in the world. According to the company, these new lids are built to the highest standards of fit and finish. The price is $185 (outer) and $195 (inner). Sherman & Associates
(800) 345-9487
www.shermanparts.com.