Phil and Jeremy Gerber of the Roadster Shop were presented with the Goodguys Trendsetter award at this year's SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Las Vegas, NV - Phil and Jeremy Gerber of the Roadster Shop were presented with the Goodguys Trendsetter award at this year's SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The award is presented annually at SEMA to rising young talents in the realm of rod & custom car building.

Together with their father Neal, the Gerber's took ownership of The Roadster Shop in Elgin, Illinois in 2004 to expand the company's product line and raise the bar for Midwestern hot rodding. While developing new lines of chassis and components, the Gerber's discovered the burgeoning performance muscle car and street machine market and jumped in head first.

In 2006, a brilliant orange ground hugging 1966 Chevelle, complete with a custom chassis designed and built in-house, launched a new line of products and a new company - RS Performance Concepts. The Chevelle raised eyebrows throughout the industry and in the magazines and requests from customers for complete turn-key cars soon followed suit. In 2007, a bright green '70 Chevelle served as RS Performance Concepts' lab rat, furthering the performance and design capabilities of the Gerber brothers as well as allowing them to compete in the Goodguys' popular Street Challenge Autocross events. It was also in 2007, the company moved to their all new 30,000 square foot state of the art facility located in Mundelein, IL

Though they had slowly and methodically been working their way into the hot rodding scene, the Gerber's exploded onto the forefront of the industry with the debut the 1962 Corvette "C1RS" at this year's Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio. Built and designed completely in house by Phil and Jeremy for customer Barry Blomquist, "C1RS" was the talk of the event and the entire industry as the Formula 1 racing inspired Corvette ripped through the Street Challenge Autocross with a winning time of 32.222 seconds while being named the unanimous winner of the Goodguys/Air Ride Technologies 2009 Street Machine of the Year. The Corvette's landmark debut and subsequent victory in Columbus combined with their other builds and innovative chassis design has firmly ensconced Phil and Jeremy Gerber in the annals of hot rodding history. And they're just getting started!

Current projects at the Roadster Shop and RS Performance Concepts include a '70 Challenger with a 528-inch Aluminum Hemi, a '69 Charger with a twin turbo Viper engine, a '31 Model A 5-Window on deuce rails, a Speed '33 roadster with hand fabricated aluminum track nose and injected nail head and many others you'll see on the road in the coming months.

Past recipients of the Goodguys Trendsetter Award include; Chip Foose, Troy Trepanier, Alan Johnson, Eric Peratt, Tim Strange, Dave Lane, Zane Cullen, Dean Livermore, Jesse Greening, Troy Ladd and J.F. Launier.

 Design Engineering, Inc, manufacturer of thermal tuning products, has just expanded its line up of Hi-Temp Shrink Tubes. New 3, 6 and 9mm sizes have been added along with an assortment pack consisting of a 4-foot length of each to round out the shrink tube category. These three new sizes join the existing line of 12, 18 and 24mm.

 Shrink tubes have long offered an excellent way to insulate and protect electrical connections from dust, solvents and other foreign material as well as providing strain relief. Hi-Temp Shrink Tubes’ 3:1 shrink ratio remains flexible and due to it’s thick wall construction is capable of withstanding temperature ranges of -67°F  to 275°F with a maximum operating temperature of 394°F during short durations of 30 to 60 minutes. Hi-Temp Shrink Tubes are easy to install by applying 120° F to 180°F of heat to form a watertight seal. These shrink tubes are made from a professional grade flame retardant polyolefin.

As an alternative to plastic ties and tape, Hi-Temp Shrink Tubes can be used to bundle wires, cables and hoses, to repair wire, splicing, termination and offers corrosion and abrasion protection.

Design Engineering
800/264-9472
www.designengineering.com

 General Marketing Capital Incorporated (GMCI) announced today that it will present its official 2010 Yenko Camaro Prototype to the public in the OER booth at the 46th annual SEMA Trade Show in Las Vegas, November 3-6.

 The company will present the modern Yenko almost 44 years to the day that Don Yenko’s Corvair Corsa was officially recognized as a Class D Production Competition Car by the SCCA.
 
The official 2010 Yenko Prototype began its life on a 2010 Camaro SS platform. The vehicle then underwent several significant upgrades including modification to a “Phase I” Yenko Camaro Supercar. Preliminary highlights and specifications of this powerful vehicle include a high performance 600hp supercharged and intercooled LS-based engine, Tremec six speed manual high performance transmission, Hurst short throw shifter, 6-piston big brake package and Magnaflow high-flow cat-back exhaust system.
 
Plans call for three Phases to be available to take the fifth Generation Camaro from ordinary to extraordinary. This “Phase I” Prototype from GMCI maintains the unique retro appeal Yenko enthusiasts are so passionate about, while including significant performance upgrades to the stock GM specifications and keeping the car affordable. Phase II and III cars will have higher output engines and even more suspension and handling upgrades.
 
Additional Yenko branded upgrades to this prototype vehicle include: the Yenko stripe package, official emblems and badging, retro-styled 22” Yenko billet aluminum wheels, Yenko leather interior package featuring Yenko Super Car (sYc) embroidered headrests, Yenko/SC sill plates, Yenko/SC embroidered floor mats and more.
 
Nearly 45 years ago, racing legend Don Yenko embarked on a mission to build a racecar that could effectively compete in the 1966 SCCA racing season. His inspiration resulted in the development of the Yenko Stinger, an SCCA racecar based on the Corvair Corsa platform. It was in the last quarter of 1965 that Yenko’s plans for that vehicle came together changing automotive history forever.
 
Originally, the 60s era Yenko car was a special order vehicle, designed and built by Don Yenko Chevrolet in Canonsburg, PA. Don Yenko used the Central Office Production Order (COPO) program, a program GM used for fleet vehicles like police cars, taxi cabs, etc. to special order the vehicles and then modify them into some of the most powerful vehicles available. Today, an original Yenko is one of the most sought after Camaros in the world.
 
GMCI
info@gmcilicensing.com

Seal up the “vent wing window” on your 1968-72 Chevy II/Nova or 1971-72 Pontiac Ventura with these premium quality Gold Series Vent Window Seals from Metro Moulded Parts, Inc.

These faithful reproductions are manufactured here in the USA, to the highest quality standards, so they will look correct and function exactly as designed by the OEM back in the day. Part number WR 2022 fits the vent or “wing” windows for all 2-door GM “X-body” models.

Check out these and other fine rubber parts at Metro Moulded Parts, Inc. Call toll free today for full details at 1-800-878-2237, or visit online at metrommp.com.

Eddie Motorsports has just launched their new website www.eddiemotorsports.com.

Eddie Motorsports may be a new company in the specialty automotive industry, but they have a long and impressive history in the high performance marine industry that they will apply to their new venture. A division of Eddie Marine Inc., Eddie Motorsports has been a leader in the manufacturing of high quality billet aluminum and high performance products for 16 years. Housed in their 30,000 sq ft Rancho Cucamonga, CA facility, Eddie Motorsports has a complete CNC machine shop, powder coating, stainless tubing and rail bending, fabrication and welding capabilities. "We are extremely excited about our new venture and getting involved in the high performance automotive aftermarket" said Eddie Motorsports President and Founder, Ed Borges.

Nitto Tire announces the release of its all-new D.O.T.-compliant competition drag radial, the NT05R. The NT05R is Nitto’s most aggressive drag radial designed for competition use.

Nitto’s top priority during the development of the tire was to maximize traction. To achieve this, Nitto engineered an all-new specialized race compound and a large contact patch. The dual-purpose sidewall construction is enhanced for traction during launch as well as straight-line stability at the top-end. This improves consistency and controllability throughout the entire pass.
 
The NT05 will be available in popular 17- to 20-inch rim diameters designed for high-performance drag racing vehicles. Included in the size lineup is a P345/30R19, which is the world’s first 19-inch drag radial. The NT05R will be available for purchase in the first quarter of 2010 with more sizes being released throughout the year.

Nitto
www.nittotire.com

The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, the largest rod & custom association in the world with over 70,000 members, will stage twenty-three events in 2010. The event lineup features nineteen national events for rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage as well as four “Get-Together's” in California which welcome all years, makes and models of specialty vehicles. 

Goodguys Rod & Custom Association
2010 Event Schedule
 
1st Spring Nationals
March 12, 13 & 14 - Westworld, Scottsdale, AZ
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, autocross & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
28th All American Get-Together
March 27 & 28 – Pleasanton Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
American powered rods, customs, classics and muscle cars of all years, makes & models. Indoor & outdoor car shows, giant swap meet, car corral, vendor exhibits, West Coast Custom of the Year award & much more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
10th Del Mar Nationals
April 9, 10 & 11 – Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar, CA
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, autocross, Street Rod ‘Elegance award, live entertainment & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
4th Meguiar’s Orange County Get-Together
May 15 & 16 – O.C. Fair & Expo Center Costa Mesa, CA
American powered rods, customs, classics and muscle cars of all years, makes & models. Car show, vendor exhibits, autocross, live entertainment & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
5th Nashville Nationals
May 21, 22 & 23 – LP Field, Nashville, TN
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, autocross, live entertainment & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
17th Summer Get-Together
June 5 & 6 – Pleasanton Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
American powered rods, customs, classics and muscle cars of all years, makes & models. Car show, giant swap meet, car corral, vendor exhibits, autocross & much more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
13th Colorado Nationals
May June 4, 5 & 6 – The Ranch @ Larimer Co Fairgrounds, Loveland, CO
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, autocross, live entertainment & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
22nd Hot Rod Nationals
June 11, 12 & 13 – O’Reilly Raceway Park, Indianapolis, IN
Rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and race cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vintage drag racing, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, Hot Rod of the Year award & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
19th East Coast Nationals
June 25, 26 & 27 – Dutchess Co. Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
19th Heartland Nationals
July 2, 3 & 4 – Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, autocross, fireworks & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
13th PPG Nationals
July 9, 10 & 11 – Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH
The biggie! Over 6,000 1972 & earlier rods, customs, classics and muscle cars! Car show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, street rod of the year award, street machine of the year award, live entertainment, Friday Nights Drags and so much more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
23rd Pacific Northwest Nationals
July 23, 24 & 25 – Puyallup Fair & Expo Center, Puyallup, WA
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, Friday Night Drags & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
9th Great Northwest Nationals
August 13, 14 & 15 – Spokane Fair & Expo Center, Spokane, WA
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, Friday Night Drags & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
9th Blue Suede Cruise
August 20, 21 & 22 – Summit Motorsports Park, Norwalk, OH
Rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and race cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vintage drag racing, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
24th West Coast Nationals
August 27, 28 & 29 – Pleasanton Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, America’s Most Beautiful Street Rod award, live entertainment & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
9th Mid-Western Nationals
September 3, 4 & 5 – Kansas Speedway Kansas City, KS
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, autocross, track cruise & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
4th Peak Chicagoland Nationals
September 17, 18, & 19 – Chicagoland Speedway, Joliet, IL
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, autocross, track cruise, Friday Night Drags & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
6th Great American Nationals
September 24, 25 & 26 – Pocono Raceway, Pocono, PA
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, autocross, track cruise & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
18th Lone Star Nationals
October 1, 2 & 3 – Texas Motor Speedway, Ft. Worth, TX
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, autocross, track cruise & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
3rd Nostalgia Nationals
October 15, 16 & 17 – Beech Bend Raceway Park, Bowling Green, KY
Rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and race cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vintage drag racing, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
17th Southeastern Nationals
October 29, 30 & 31 – Lowe’s Motor Speedway Charlotte, NC
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, live entertainment, autocross, track cruise, Friday Night Drags & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
21st Autumn Get-Together
November 13 & 14 – Pleasanton Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
American powered rods, customs, classics and muscle cars of all years, makes & models. Car show, giant swap meet, car corral, vendor exhibits, autocross & much more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com
 
13th Southwest Nationals
November 19, 20 & 21 – Westworld, Scottsdale, AZ
Rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 vintage. Car Show, vendor exhibits, swap meet, & more! Info (925) 838-9876 www.good-guys.com

Has your driveway or daily driving been murder on your C6's front spoiler? If yes, then Mid America has just the thing to fix up your Corvette's roughed up chin...

Effingham, IL - Mid America Motorworks, marketer and manufacturer of Corvette parts and accessories, today announced the addition of The C6 Corvette front spoiler to their product line. Mid America Motorworks decided to develop these stock replacement Corvette Spoilers as GM has discontinued production. These front spoilers are prone to damage from curbs and bumper blocks. A missing or damaged C6 Corvette Front Spoiler will not provide the cooling air that your Corvette requires for proper operation, durability and horsepower.

"With the discontinuance of GM manufacturing the C6 Spoiler, we felt there was a need in the market to fill this gap. Many C6 Corvette owners have experienced broken or ripped off spoilers due to the low ground clearance." said Blake Yager, Corvette merchandiser at Mid America Motorworks.

Additional benefits and features of the C6 Corvette Spoiler:

Maintains adequate air flow through the radiator

Provides optimum amounts of cool air inside the engine bay for maximum horsepower

No modification needed for installation

Utilizes the original hardware

The complete set of the 3-piece front spoilers for the base C6 is priced at $99.99. The individual left, center and right piece sections are also sold separately. For more info, visit www.mamotorworks.com

During our recent road test of the 2010 V-6 Camaro, we had the opportunity to take this picture...

We're gonna have a caption contest of sorts, what can you say about this picture? It was shot on the Tamiami Trail going through the Everglades.

Just finished reading Martyn L. Schorr's remarkable epic, Motion Performance, Tales Of A Muscle Car Builder. Schorr, the former editor of High Performance Cars and Cars magazines back in the swingin' '60s and less swingin' '70s, lived the Motion experience back then and tells the entire tale from beginning to end. 

Much has been written about the Baldwin-Motion supercars that came out of the Baldwin, Long Island, New York speed emporium, but Schorr takes it many steps further. He tells the story of Rosen himself, a kid from Brooklyn who turned his love of high-horsepower and automobiles into a thriving business, building for customers the kinds of cars Chevrolet couldn't—including 454 Camaros and big-block Vegas. Included are hundreds of vintage and current photos of some of the sickest vehicles ever unleashed. If we could have asked for one more thing, we'd have loved to see production numbers. How many of each car were built? 

Others than this, we'd recommend this book highly.

YearOne and Chip Foose teamed up to throw another successful Braselton Bash and raised more than 100k for charity.

YearOne sure throws a great party, regardless of the weather! For the fourth straight year, ace designer and car builder Foose teamed with well-known muscle car parts supplier YearOne to host the Chip Foose Edition Braselton Bash. Best of all, all proceeds from the weekend’s various activities were donated to charity.

So it seems the final tally is in. The ill-conceived Cash For Clukers program fleeced the taxpayers of $2.77 billion dollars. That's billion with a "B," dear readers. Like the old saying goes, a few more bucks and you're talking serious money.        

According to a story in the Detroit Free Press, the most "clunked" vehicle was the truck that started the Sport Ute craze, the Ford Explorer. An amazing 69,887 of these monstrosities were turned in so perhaps the program was not a complete waste. Of course, outweighing this inadertant highway beautification program were the 131 Corvettes that were traded in and destroyed and (Buick lovers prepare to vomit) one '87 GNX (only 547 were produced). Other casualties to enthusiasts: 1 '92 GMC Typhoon, a 2006 Roush F-150 Stage 3 (supercharged), a Rolls-Royce Continental R, A Mercedes C43 AMG and a '97 Aston Martin DB7 Volante. 

The restoration experts at Year One Inc. have just released some new wheels for Chevy enthusiasts...

There are a lot of us who like the classic looks of the factory steel rally wheels, but wish they were available in some modern sizes and made from aluminum. Well, Year One has just come out with their new 17x9 version of the 5-spoke rally wheel used on 71-72 Chevelles and most of the Second Gen Z/28 Camaros. Here's the lowdown:

This is a 17" x 9" version of the "5 Spoke Rally" wheel that was originally installed on 1970-81 Z28 and 1971-72 Chevelle models. Construction features 5” backspacing and a machined lip, sporting a gunmetal gray powder-coated or polished aluminum finish. Both wheels accept original-style center caps and lug nuts.

Visit YearOne.com or call us at 1-800-932-7663 for more specs and fitment information. Due to the custom nature of these wheels, they are NON-RETURNABLE if tires have been mounted on them.

Priced at $749.00 per set, these are a hot item at a very low price. Order yours today and be one of the first to mount up a set of these all-new genuine YearOne wheels!

Powder Coated Gunmetal: ZW179GUN

Polished Aluminum: ZW179POL

I just got back to the office today with what will hopefully be a great and entertaining project car for the readers of Super Chevy...

This '55 has been in my family for over 20 years. Back in about 1985 my Dad traded some parts to a guy that lived down the street from us in Miramar, Fl., for this car. At the time it hadn't run in about three years, but was in good shape and was a steal to say the least.

Going from Miramar to Georgia, then to Daytona where the car's been for the last 14 years, I've done a little work to the car, but never been able to really get the propject rolling. All that's coming to an end now! With the car here in Tampa at our shop, I can finally start getting some honest work done on the '55 again, and getting it roadworth for the first time since 1982!

Watch for more blogs as I get started on the car!

The fifth-gen Camaro continues its torrid sales pace. According to Automotive News, production of the new F-body was at 64,595 as of October 3. Sales of the Camaro had not been close to that before it went out of production at the end of 2002 and the new car has only been on sale for about six months. The only fourth-gens to sell over 64,000 were the '94 and '95 models, both of which topped 100,000 units.

This is definitely a shot in the arm for GM. Moreover, it continues to crush the rival Mustang, saleswise. For the week of 9/28-10/3, Camaro production outstripped the Ford 3,633-2018. Of course, with no new cars offered for seven years, there is obviously a lot of pent-up demand for the Camaro. On the other hand, in this economy there are no "gimmes" and the Camaro is hardly inexpesive.

Look for a road test on both the V-6 and SS models in an upcoming Super Chevy. We have drag strip, slalom, skidpad and road course numbers. Stay tuned.

Once upon a time, the '58 Chevy got about as much respect as Rodney Dangerfield. Oh, after the film American Graffiti, interest picked up, but it died down again soon thereafter. We have seen a resurgence over the last two years as people finally got an appreciation for this one-year-only design. But no one tops John Cox of California, who has six of these bad boys, including a 4-speed, fuel-injected Impala. 

John Barkley, a co-worker and associate publisher of Street Rodder magazine, sent us the two photos you see here. Nice stuff! 

 The Edelbrock Corporation is excited to launch “Genuine Edelbrock”, a consumer promotion going on October 1 – December 31, 2009.

The “Genuine Edelbrock” promotion offers FREE valve covers and Cash Back with the purchase of qualifying Edelbrock cylinder heads and air-gap intake manifolds. Buy a set of select Edelbrock aluminum heads and Edelbrock will send Victor or Signature Series valve covers free (up to $59.95-$179.95 retail value).  Buy any Edelbrock Air Gap intake manifold and get $25 cash-back direct from Edelbrock.

“We wanted to do something good for our loyal customers in these unique economic times”, states Edelbrock President, Vic Edelbrock.

For complete details about the “Genuine Edelbrock” promotion, including eligible products, free valve cover choices, cash back details and authorized Edelbrock retailers, visit their official promo website www.GenuineEdelbrock.com.

Martyn L. Schorr, the former editor of Cars magazine and High Performance Cars in the 1960s and '70s and who produced the ads and catalogs for Motion Performance, New York's premier musclecar builder and tuner in the golden era, has penned what should be the definitive volume about the history of this magical place in a magical time.

We'll let Marty tell the story"

"After almost two years, my epic thriller that names names and tells where the bodies are buried is available on the Internet and in book stores worldwide!

"Motion Performance, Tales Of A Muscle Car Builder chronicles the rise, fall, and rise of Joel Rosen, the kid from Brooklyn who drove and dyno-tuned his way into the AHRA and NHRA record books and the Motion and Baldwin-Motion (Phase III and SS-427 & 454 Chevys) brands. There’s also coverage of other legendary Motion-badged cars: small & big-block Cobras, and giant-killing VWs that  owned NHRA’s H/Gas class!

"I was involved with Motion's Joel Rosen between 1966 and 1974 to create Baldwin-Motion and grow the brands. We also built Motion Minicar (modified VWs), the Motion Supercar Club and Phase III Publishing, a book publishing company."
 
Published by MBI (Motorbooks International), the hardcover book has 176 pages and 262 period and modern black and white and color photos from Schorr's archives and private collections.

Project American Heroes III nows has some high performance rubber thanks to Toyo Tires...

So our Project American Heroes III '70 Chevelle has plenty of grip on the road, Toyo Tires has donated a set of their high performance Proxes 4 all season tires. Available in a multitude of sizes, widths and V and W speed ratings, the Proxes 4 provides maximum grip in dry and wet conditions.

For more on the Proxes 4, and to find out where to get a set for your classic Chevy, visit the Proxes 4 page on the Toyo website at http://toyotires.com/tire/pattern/proxes-4

 ZEX has specifically designed a complete nitrous system for the new 2010 Chevy Camaro LS3 V8, instantly delivering up to 175 additional horsepower.

ZEX 2010 Chevy Camaro V8 Nitrous SystemThe company not only tuned the kit to add 75-175 additional horsepower but also made the installation easy and ensured engine safety at the same time.

This nitrous system’s Active Fuel Control adjusts fuel delivery with changes in nitrous bottle pressure so that your engine never runs too rich or too lean while spraying. In addition, the system also offers an electronic TPS switch for reliable system activation at wide-open throttle; perfect for the Camaro’s throttle-by-wire system.

The ZEX system is available in both the classic purple or the new Blackout™ series with its black powder coated bottle and all necessary accessories for a simple, two-hour installation. The company claims, the extra torque and horsepower will shave a full second off your quarter mile times.

For more information contact: ZEX (888) 817-1008, or www.zex.com

I just could not help myself. When Super Chevy contributor Dan Foley called to tell me about a '72 Nova SS that was for sale in South Jersey, I could not pass it up. The price was more than reasonable and the car was loaded with extras that would make it the perfect  addition to the fleet (mini-tubs, a Covan's dash full of Auto Meter gauges and it was set up for a big-block). 

It's a good 20-footer (or so I am told; I've yet to see it in person), but has typical northeast rust in the front quarters and bottom of the doors. Otherwise, it's solid. The high-back buckets are in very good condition, as is the back seat. Plus, it's straight.

Just what I needed. Hey, anytime you can pick up a pre-5 mph bumper SS anything for cheap you're doing great.

We got in a V-6 2010 Camaro yesterday to drive around for a week and put through the usual Super chevy tests...

I got to take the car home for the evening before having it over the weekend. On first impression, the car is a looker on the otuside that defintiely shows some style and creativity, something GM styling has been lacking outside the Corvette line.

On the inside, I'd really like to spend some time ecouraging the GM interior designers to improve the myriad of small things that really hold the Camaro back from really leading the class between the Mustang and the Challenger.

The biggest thing is the steering wheel. It definitely needs to be redesigned for better comfort and functionality.

Watch for more as we test drive the V-6 RS this week, and next week we get some personal time with the SS.

One thing we always loved when living in the northeast was those post-August car shows. By September and October, the humidity has usually died down and you can enjoy a classic car without air conditioning a lot more. Let's not forget the fact that the traffic is typically a lot lighter also. With this in mind, South Jersey Camaro Group Productions will be holding its all Camaro Cruise 'n' Shine on September 13 (with a rain date of September 20) at Bennigan's Restaurant on 2196 W. Landis Avenue in Vineland, New Jersey.

The event is open only to Camaros and all models from 1967 to the present are welcome. The times for the gathering are 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration is at the gate on the date of the event. There will be door prizes, trophies, and commemoratives for the participants, as well as commemorative t-shirts available for purchase to all who attend. A special commemorative Camaro from Matchbox cars will also be given to the first 50 participants who register early. Donation for registration is $12.00 per car. Music will be provided by DJ "Sounds of "Steve" Mauro and participants will receive special dining discounts at the restaurant.
The Camaro Cruise 'n Shine is the largest all Camaro gathering in the state. Information for the gathering may be obtained by contacting Ben at 856-692-8930 or checking out       thesouthjerseycruisers.com.

ididit inc. is having their annual car show to give enthusiasts one last chance to show off their rides before the winter doldrums arrive...

It's getting closer to that time of year again, and for most of us it's tucking our old cars in for another long cold winter!  But don't tuck your car in too tightly yet, we are opening our doors again and we want you to come and be a part of it!  On October 3rd, 2009 we are having our annual Car Show & Open House right here at ididit in Tecumseh, Michigan!  Starting at 9:00am until 3:00pm come and check out the baddest rides that Michigan and the surrounding states have to offer!  There will also be door prizes, food, a live band and much more to make you want to stay, relax and catch up with your buddies all day long!  To learn more about this year's event and to get signed uphttp://www.ididitinc.com/car_shows/car_show_open_house.html visit www.ididitinc.com!  We hope to see you all here October 3rd, 2009!

For more information visit www.ididitinc.com or call (517) 424-7293

Racing Head Service (RHS) has just released their new catalog, packed with information and other great resources to help you find the right heads for your engine...

Airflow technology leader introduces a comprehensive product catalog that includes informative technical information & a cylinder head reference guide

Featuring 48 full color pages of the latest RHS(R) products with images and application/part number listings, the new RHS(R) product catalog features the latest in cylinder head and engine block technology coupled with an 8-page cylinder head reference guide insert. The catalog is broken down into distinct sections that cover application-specific products, including engine blocks, cylinder heads, intake manifolds, gaskets, valve train components and much, much more.

In addition to new product innovations, RHS(R) also introduces a new line of cylinder head "Parts Kits" that include everything needed to assemble a set of RHS(R) cylinder heads for your engine block. Along with the new parts kits, the catalog features a highly-informative Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section, as well as several other resource sections. Whether you're a novice performance enthusiast or a cylinder head expert, the new RHS(R) catalog will give you the most comprehensive guide to cylinder head technology in the industry.

This master guide to RHS(R) products and supporting information is available in both printed format and as a downloadable PDF on the RHS(R) website.