4/28/2008

‘86-'93 FOX BODY MUSTANG BRAKE LINE KITS

Lightweight and fast, the 5.0L Fox Body Mustang has become a street/strip classic. But, after over two decades of use, safety upgrades are a good idea. Normal wear and tear, as well as road damage, etc., can rust, crimp or bend original lines. The Mustang experts at Classic Tube now have complete replacement Pre-bent Brake Line Kits available in OE steel or stainless steel.

Classic Tube’s ’86-’93 Mustang Pre-bent Brake Line Kit includes 8 separate lines that are exact duplicates of the originals, and feature the correct color coded end fittings for easy installation. Replacing your brake lines is inexpensive insurance against brake failure. Combine the hard line kit with Classic Tube’s StopFlex Stainless Steel Braided Brake Hoses and you and your classic Mustang are safe. Classic Tube also has fuel, vacuum, choke, transmission and hydraulic lines available for most Ford cars, trucks and SUV’s.

Visit www.classictube.com to preview their line of fluid transfer products, tools and accessories.

MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS NEW FRONT RACING TIRE

Mickey Thompson has just introduced a new ET Front tire in size 25.0/4.5-15, part number 3001, which will replace part number 3003. The new ET Front is narrower and lighter than the previous model, and is perfect for tube chassis door cars like Pro Stock, Pro Mod, Top Sportsman and Comp class cars.

The ET Front line of tires is a complete line of front tires with applications for cars and dragsters on the strip. This ultra-light weight tire has been designed specifically for high-speed use on the drag strip. The tube-less construction reduces rolling resistance for increased performance and handling at high speeds. (Not for highway use.)

For more information, visit: www.mickeythompsontires.com

TRAILER TOAD TOWING DEVICE

Heavy tongue weights cause frames to flex, even with extra bracing, and this leads to side wall flex and problems with slide-outs on motor homes. Motor homes and trucks with heavy tongue weights end up light on the front tires under braking causing control problems when stopping and less control in strong crosswinds. The heavy tongue weights are transferred to suspension components and tires. This could lead to premature failure of tires from overloading and early suspension failures.

The Trailer Toad responds to these problems by actually carrying the tongue weight and keeping it off the rear of the tow vehicle. The patented design, suspended torsion axle and E-rated radial trailer tires are capable of handling up to 3,000 lbs. of tongue weight and gross trailer weights in excess of 17,000 lbs.

The patented pivoting rear axle actually "steers" and follows the tow vehicle, which dramatically reduces sway and prevents the Trailer Toad tires from scuffing in turns. The support of the Trailer Toad means the ABS braking system on the tow vehicle will perform as designed and the rear suspension and tires will not be overloaded since they carry no additional weight. To back up, simply attach the Reverse Bar to three pins to lock the axle, and the trailer backs up as usual.

The Trailer Toad installs into the existing receiver hitch on the tow vehicle and adds only two feet to overall length of trailer and tow vehicle. No special hitches or modifications are required.

For more information, go to www.trailertoad.com.

FAST LSX 92mm Intake Manifold

For both street and racing applications, the intake manifold is an easy bolt-on installation for GM Gen III (LS1, -2 & -6) engines and is designed to work with the new FAST Big Mouth Throttle Body. In an effort to improve on the previously successful LSX Intake Manifold introduced three years ago, the 92mm manifold has received a host of feedback-driven refinements and a larger throttle opening to match the newly released FAST Big Mouth 92mm throttle body.

The new FAST LSX 92mm Intake Manifold maintains the performance gains achieved over stock intake manifolds with no loss in drivability or low rpm torque. While the new FAST intake manifold delivers terrific performance right out of the box, it can be ported by the customer for even more flow. The new intake features corrosion-free stainless steel assembly bolts, an improved throttle body sealing flange and o-ring gasket and threaded insert throttle body mounts that provide increased durability.

For more information about the FAST LSX 92mm Intake Manifold or any other product, visit them online at www.fuelairspark.com.

VIXION X 35 WATT HID LIGHT

Just coming off the production line is Vision X’s brand new HID 4500 Series 35 Watt HID Light. This new compact HID light debuts several new features including:

• A new multi-surface reflector that allows more true light through by utilizing the latest in reflector technology to eliminate the need for a fluted lens.
• New 35 watt ballast technology with reduced amperage draw and a reduced startup time. Drawing just 5 amps at startup for a duration of 7 seconds versus 8 to 9 amps for 30 seconds.
• These new ballasts also feature an important upgrade, which allows input voltage of 9 to 32 volts DC, so they can run on 12 and 24 volt applications without any additional modifications.

The 4500 series HID lights will be available in “Euro”, Flood, and Spot beam patterns. The 4500 lights feature a 5” round lens, and a reduced mounting depth of 2.41”, as compared with 3.4” on the 6500 and 8500 lights. The 4500 lights will have chrome, red, and blue accessory rings available to customize their look.

For more information, head to www.visionxusa.com