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2007 SEMA Show - Aftermarket TreasuresThe Finds Never End At The '07 SEMA Show From the February, 2008 issue of Modified Mustangs & Fords By Mark Houlahan, Wayne Cook Photography by Courtesy of SEMA, Mark Houlahan, Wayne Cook
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One of the great events of the year in the automotive universe is the annual SEMA show. The Specialty Equipment Market Association trade show is held in Las Vegas during the first week of every November. The activity fills the 3.2-million-square-foot convention center from one end to the other. SEMA is the gathering of trade and talent we look forward to most each year. It's the place to be for the latest developments in the automotive industry. There are exhibits of new products from every segment of the aftermarket as well as displays by many major automakers, including Ford. The size of the show grows every year, and there never seems to be a shortage of cool, new stuff that would work for us on our classic Ford cars. Unfortunately, there isn't enough space to include everything of interest that we saw, although many of the best things from SEMA are here. From replacement door panels to all-aluminum engines, there was definitely something for everybody at this year's gigantic convention.  Accessible Technologies/ATI...  Accessible Technologies/ATI ProCharger
Blow-Through Carburetor Bonnet
The boost fanatics at ATI ProCharger [www.procharger.com; (913) 338-2886] make it easier to utilize custom blower installations on carbureted applications with this new carburetor bonnet (PN AM010A-001) that allows for improved airflow and higher power. It is designed with less vertical height for improved underhood fitment as well. The list price is $299.  Auto Meter Products GS Gauge...  Auto Meter Products
GS Gauge Series
Auto Meter [www.autometer.com; (815) 899-0800] is a name most people think of when it comes to quality instrumentation. Its new GS Series of instruments offers high-definition visibility, green through-the-dial illumination, and an OE-compatible look. Auto Meter instruments offer excellent precision and reliability. Prices for the GS Series begin at $55 per instrument.  Beam's Seatbelts Seatbelt...  Beam's Seatbelts
Seatbelt Buckles
Replace those trashed seatbelt buckles with a new set from Beam's Seatbelts [www.seatbelts.net; (405) 793-0505]. Mix and match webbing with any of the eight new lift-latch colors. Beam's has been in business for more than 50 years, and it does seatbelts right. The new seatbelts cost $29.95 each.  Billet Specialties Serpentine...  Billet Specialties
Serpentine Front Dress for the Ford 429-460
This Billet Specialties [www.billetspecialties.com; (800) 245-5382] Tru Trac Serpentine System (PN BSP-BLK-1460) installs easily and aligns perfectly without the need for extra brackets or support bars. The Tru Trac system is CNC-machined and polished to a mirror finish. The system gets the most from accessory systems by eliminating belt slippage. We found the big-block Ford Tru Trac system for use with air conditioning for $2,410.69.  Eagle Specialty Products ...  Eagle Specialty Products
Ford 460 4340 Steel Crankshaft
This cast-steel crankshaft from Eagle Specialty Products [www.eaglerod.com; (662) 796-7373] has an internal-balance design and is available in 4.300- and 4.500-inch strokes. This high-performance crank (PN 1046043000 and 10460500) is fully nitrided and multistage heat-treated. The crank has also been prepared with a 0.125-inch radius on all journals for increased strength. The cost of the crankshaft for either stroke length is $366.67.  Edelbrock E-Boss 302 Intake...  Edelbrock
E-Boss 302 Intake Manifold
This casting is a new item for Edelbrock [www.edelbrock.com; (310) 781-2222], and it allows the use of 351 Cleveland cylinder heads on Windsor-style blocks to create a mock Boss 302. It has been a long time coming. We found the new Edelbrock E-Boss 302 (PN 7129) intake manifold for $318.39.  Flaming River Industries ...  Flaming River Industries
Keyless Ignition System
Flaming River Industries [www.flamingriver.com; (440) 826-4488] is famous for classic-vehicle steering solutions. It now offers this remote keyless ignition system (PN FR60001) that allows the user to simply carry a RF-based security card to start the vehicle with a push of a button, similar to many new foreign and domestic ignition systems. The remote keyless ignition system has a retail price of $559.  Fun Lines '67 Shelby GT 500E...  Fun Lines
'67 Shelby GT 500E Die-Cast
This good-looking miniature (PN DC500E04) is a 1/18-scale GT-500E "Eleanor" from the movie Gone in 60 Seconds. Offered by Fun Lines [www.funlines.net; (800) 925-2883], it's an exclusive, limited-edition Carroll Shelby signature car, with each one signed and numbered. Get them while they last at $60 each.  Global West Coilover Frontend...  Global West
Coilover Frontend Kit '64-'66 Mustang
Just released from Global West Suspension [www.globalwest.net; (877) 470-2975] is this front coilover kit (PN COMNR-6466D) for '64-'66 Mustangs. The kit replaces the stock suspension with no welding or frame modifications other than drilling a few mounting holes. This adjustable-height coilover kit has a lower control arm design that allows the car to be lowered without loss of shock travel. A total of 9 inches of suspension travel is available. The new design system is available with negative-roll geometry or G-plus design. Negative roll is used for street or road-racing applications, while the G-Plus is used for street/drag applications. The furnished part number is for the road-racing kit with double adjustable shocks. It has a list price of $3,599.  GMP Diecast '64 289 Street...  GMP Diecast
'64 289 Street Cobra Die-Cast
GMP Diecast [www.gmpdiecast.com; (800) 536-1637] is famous for its classic Ford replicas. Now available is this Medium Blue 289 Street Cobra miniature (PN G1202613). Rendered in giant 1/12-scale, this slab-sided Cobra is authentic down to the wire wheels. The 289 Cobra like this one is the car that won many races. This die-cast Cobra has a list price of $499.95.  GOBOXES Ford Oval Toolbox...  GOBOXES
Ford Oval Toolbox
For those looking for that perfect trunk detailing touch or wanting to add a functional toolbox to a garage full of Ford oval signs and replicas, the new Ford oval-shaped portable toolbox (PN F1000) from GOBOXES [www.goboxes.com; (419) 512-0350] is a must. Made from powdercoated steel, it has ample room for a small toolkit, detailing supplies, or whatever you can think of. Future Ford oval products from the GOBOXES line will include wall-mount Ford oval boxes and Ford oval-branded tool chests, rolling carts, and work benches.  Helix Suspension Mustang...  Helix Suspension
Mustang II Front Suspension for Early Fords
The Helix Suspension brand [www.helixsuspension; (800) 651-1970] is a new division of The Hoffman Group, which is well known in the sport truck and compact car industries for its custom gauges, shaved door handles, wiring harnesses, and cooling-system products. With the Helix line, the company is entering the suspension marketplace. One offering is a Mustang II system for '65-'70 Mustangs, '67-'68 Cougars, '60-'65 Falcons, and early Ford cars and trucks. Each kit comes with 11-inch brakes, a manual steering rack, spindles, all mounting hardware, and a lifetime warranty. Options include tubular arms, chrome-plated hardware, sway bars, brake kits, and more.  Holley 650-cfm Street Carburetor...  Holley
650-cfm Street Carburetor
This 650-cfm four-barrel carb (PN HLY 0-82651) is a new offering from Holley [www.holley.com; (270) 781-9741]. It's a double pumper with a mechanical secondary and is calibrated for street and strip use. The carb features the tumble-polished, bright finish shown here, four-corner idle circuits, Ford kick-down lever, and all the necessary vacuum ports. This Holley carb is a good performance value at $501.95.  Illinois Tool Works Active...  Illinois Tool Works
Active Metal Switches
For those redoing wiring or adding accessories to an electrical system, these active metal switches (PN HAL-AMO22-ALR) from Illinois Tool Works [www.itwhalcyon.com; (847) 657-4334] might fill the bill. They require only a feather-light touch to actuate them and are resistant to damage from particulates, moisture, or shock. The switches have an MSRP of $89.  Inglese Small-Block Ford...  Inglese
Small-Block Ford 289-302 Cobra Intake Manifold
Made for small-block Ford 289-302 engines, this intake (PN NG 1682) from Inglese [www.inglese.com; (866) 450-8089] takes us back to the glory days. It enables eight-stack induction or injection with correct-style components, with a list price of $849.95. Inglese also has a new eight-stack intake manifold for Ford 390, 427, and 428 FE engines.  JME Enterprises Pro-Series...  JME Enterprises
Pro-Series Suspension
Well known for its striking billet gauge-pod kits, JME Enterpises [www.jmeenter prises.com; (619) 669-9904] has entered the aftermarket suspension arena with this high-end, short-long-arm (SLA) double-wishbone front-suspension system with optimized geometry for '65-'70 Mustangs. The suspension is cad-cam designed using SolidWorks and is completely adjustable for track width and length. Street and race versions will be offered. Options will include brake packages, sway bars, engine mounts, and more.  Lokar Performance Products...  Lokar Performance Products
Anchor-Tight Locking Flexible Engine Dipstick
This cool engine oil dipstick (PN 1220054) from Lokar [www.lokar.com; (877) 469-7440] has a locking mechanism that eliminates expulsion from crankcase pressure. The kit features a Teflon-lined stainless steel braided outer housing and a flexible inner dipstick measuring cable. It's available for most engine applications for $99.95.  Lunati Voodoo Rocker Arms...  Lunati
Voodoo Rocker Arms
These extruded aluminum rocker arms (PN 84161) from Lunati [www.lunati camshafts.com; (662) 892-1500] feature a laser-etched Voodoo logo on a black-anodized finish. They utilize a 7/16-inch mounting stud, have a 1.65:1 ratio, and are a good choice for a high-performance Ford 351C engine. They have a C-clip-retained roller tip and feature a large-diameter trunnion. We found a set for $337.39. Other Voodoo rocker arms include small- and big-block Ford in 3/8- and 7/16-inch stud mounts.  Magellan Navigation Maestro...  Magellan Navigation
Maestro GPS Devices
Magellan [www.magellangps.com; (800) 707-9971] announces its latest line of handheld GPS units. The new Maestro GPS units feature integrated real-time traffic to guide drivers around problem areas at home or while away. It also provides hands-free, voice-controlled operation, Bluetooth compatibility, and 6 million searchable points of interest. Available in eight models.  Mahle Motorsports Small-Block...  Mahle Motorsports
Small-Block Ford Cleveland Power Pak Piston Kit
The Mahle [www.mahlemotor sports.com; (888) 255-1942] forged piston kit for Cleveland engines (PN FCL275030F03) includes forged dual-coated pistons, wristpins, retainer clips, and plasma-moly piston rings. The pistons are available as flat-top and inverted-dome configurations. The price is $653.34 per set. Small- and big-block Power Pak kits are also available.  March Performance 351 Cleveland...  March Performance
351 Cleveland Engine Serpentine Kit
March Performance [www.march perf.com; (888) 729-9070] is famous for accessory drive kits for almost every application. It now offers this complete serpentine conversion kit for 351 Cleveland engines (PN 34000). Designed for smooth performance, kits are available to drive the alternator, power steering, and air conditioning. For the complete 351 Cleveland kit shown here, the retail price is $1,700.  MSD APS Mini Starter for...  MSD
APS Mini Starter for Fords
The Advanced Power System Starters (PN 5090) are now available from MSD [www.msdignition.com; (915) 857-5200] for Ford engines. The Ford APS Starter features a 3hp motor and a 4.4:1 gear-reduction ratio for extra torque. They also have a billet mounting block that can be located in different positions to allow for header and suspension clearance issues. We found the APS starter for a retail price of $230.99.  Nordskog Performance Products...  Nordskog Performance Products
'65-'66 Mustang LED Instrument Cluster
New from the folks at Nordskog Instruments [www.nordskoginstruments.com; (714) 991-9999] is this digital LED instrument cluster (PN DP5201), which is a direct fit for '65-'66 Mustangs. It fits into the stock opening and includes all the necessary sensors. Functions include oil pressure, water temperature, voltage, and fuel level. Speed and distance are monitored in the center dial. The unit can also be made to function in conjunction with an optional GPS receiver. The list price for the LED instrument cluster is $499.95.  Marquez Design Mustang Door...  Marquez Design
Mustang Door Striker
This door striker plate (PN 502) from Marquez Design [www.marquezdesign.com; (916) 373-9783] fits '65-'66 Mustangs and is made of 304 stainless steel. It's a nice replacement part for a custom touch. They cost $85 each.  Professional Products Throttle-Body...  Professional Products
Throttle-Body EFI System
Professional Products [www.professional-products.com; (323) 779-2020] introduces the Powerjection I throttle-body EFI system. It allows people to enjoy the benefits of electronic fuel injection and retain the conventional layout in the engine compartment. The system uses a throttle body that bolts in place of the carburetor on the intake manifold and uses a returnless fuel system for easy fuel-line plumbing. The throttle body is available in either die-cast or billet and conceals four high-pressure fuel injectors. The system includes the engine control processor and costs $1,800.  Quick Time Steel Bellhousing...  Quick Time
Steel Bellhousing
Quick Time [www.quicktimeinc.com; (641) 673-4468] displayed this SFI-approved steel bellhousing (PN RM-6065) to mate Ford small-block engines to Tremec TKO-500/600 transmissions, TR-3350, and T5 Mustang transmissions. The spun cone design is unique to Quick Time bellhousings. This one has a list price of $422.50.  Race Ready Performance Five...  Race Ready Performance
Five Inch Electric Exhaust Cut Out
If you like to operate your classic Ford both on the street and at the race track then you already know that there is power to be gained by opening up the exhaust for race night. Now, with the new Race Ready Performance [www.racereadyperformance.com; (866) 722-3732] exhaust cut outs, PN EC500S, you can just flip a switch instead of crawling under the car to open or close the exhaust. The remotely actuated exhaust cut out costs $329.  RHS RHS Pro Action Bare Cylinder...  RHS
RHS Pro Action Bare Cylinder Head
This RHS [www.racingheadservice.com; (877) 776-4323] Pro Action cylinder-head casting is for small-block Ford engines. It features 160cc volume intake runners for superior power-production characteristics. The head has a dual-bolt-pattern exhaust. The casting cost is yet to be determined but should be available by the time you read this.  Scat Race Ready Rotating...  Scat
Race Ready Rotating Assembly
This Race Ready heavy-duty reciprocating assembly (PN 94620-1) from Scat [www.scatcrankshafts.com; (310) 370-5501] includes a 4340 Ford 351 crankshaft with several different weight options available. The 4340 H-beam connecting rods are equipped with 7/16-inch rod bolts and forged-aluminum racing pistons. Complete balancing of the assembly is available. We found it with a cast crank and flat-top pistons for $1,485.95.  Sean Hyland Motorsport 4.6...  Sean Hyland Motorsport
4.6 Crate Engine Program
People who have any interest in Ford's modular engine have no doubt heard of Sean Hyland Motorsport [www.seanhylandmotorsport.com; (519) 421-2291]. Sean Hyland has authored one of the best-selling books on modular-engine building and is now offering a DVD video version for those who want to get inside their modular. If someone simply wants to purchase a crate engine that's ready to go for a restomod, then SHM can handle that, too, with its new crate program. Sitting pretty in the SHM booth was this carbureted 4.6 Two-Valve wearing the new Edelbrock 4.6 manifold and MSD coil paks for $5,295, which includes induction, ignition, and a two-year/24,000-mile warranty.  Sean Hyland Motorsport 620HP...  Sean Hyland Motorsport
620HP SHM 1965 Mustang
6 liter DOCHC alloy engine, 5 stage dry sump oiling, 6 speed sequential transmission, aluminum coilover front suspension, 3 link rear suspension [www.seanhylandmotorsport.com; (519) 421-2291].  Shutt Auto X Steering Wheel...  Shutt Auto
X Steering Wheel
This new design, PN VX4, from Shutt [www.shuttauto.com; (786) 866-7177] features hand sewn genuine leather on a 14-inch diameter wheel. The construction is of anodized naval aluminum with chrome highlights and the exclusive horn button incorporates the Shutt logo. It's a good looking steering wheel for your vintage Ford car for only $328.  Spectre Performance Low-Profile...  Spectre Performance
Low-Profile Airbox
Use this Spectre [www.spectreperformance.com; (800) 821-4868] low-profile airbox (PN 98699) to add power by feeding cold air into the engine. It takes up the same amount of space as a standard 14-inch air cleaner and uses a Spectre lifetime filter element. The airbox costs $169.99. Spectre offers several airbox designs, as well as custom ducting kits to fabricate cold-air systems or a remote-mount air filter setup. Sheetmetal small-block Ford valve covers are also new.  Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation...  Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation
Adjustable Master Cylinder Pushrod Kit
This adjustable pushrod kit (PN A1726) from Stainless Steel Brakes Corporation [www.ssbrakes.com; (800) 448-7722] fits nearly every make of car and is handy to have around for disc-to-drum or power-brake swaps. It accommodates clevis and bellcranks, as well as eyelet-style pushrod arrangements. The kit includes adapters for the 10 most common pushrod setups, and it also works with manual and power brakes. The cost of the adjustable pushrod kit is $59.95.  Total Control Products G-Link...  Total Control Products
G-Link Rear Suspension
This new rear suspension package from Total Control Products [www.totalcontrolproducts.com; (800) 722-2269] is a true bolt-in, four-link kit featuring billet-aluminum links with True Center pivots. There's a wide variety of system options to fit all '64-'70 Mustangs. The system starts at $2,499.  TMI Products '68 Mustang...  TMI Products
'68 Mustang Deluxe Door Panel
For those with '68 Mustangs, interior refurbishment just got easier thanks to TMI Products [www.tmiproducts.com; (800) 624-7960]. Its introduction of this reproduction door panel (PN 10-70108) is an exact replica of the '68 Mustang Deluxe trim panel. The construction color and grain are matched to the original interior with the correct heat-sealed seams and trim details. The trim panels retail for $139.99 each.  U.S. Radiator '66 Fairlane...  U.S. Radiator
'66 Fairlane Radiator
US Radiator [www.usradiator.com; (323) 826-0965] is always expanding its line of radiator selections for vintage musclecars. This offering (PN 51282) is for the '66 Fairlane with the 390 engine. The core size is 173/8 inches by 231/4 inches by 2 inches. It is a perfect replacement radiator with plenty of cooling capacity. U.S Radiator products are competitively priced and available at a dealer near you.  World Products Small-Block...  World Products
Small-Block Ford Aluminum Block
Now World Products [www.worldcastings.com; (631) 981-1918] offers its famous small-block Ford Man O'War block in an aluminum version (PN 08751, 008752, 0087572, and 087582). This design won the '06 Engine Masters Challenge, and it can be used to create engines from 302 ci of displacement up to 460ci. The MSRP for the cylinder block is $4,725.99.  Classic Design Concepts 1967...  Classic Design Concepts
1967 Flashback
This fastback includes a 600HP 5.4L Supercharged engine with 6 speed transmission.www.cdcflashback.com  Classic Design Concepts 1967...  Classic Design Concepts
1967 Flashback
It also include a 9-inch rearend with a 3.70:1 trac loc and 2 inch dual exhaust
www.cdcflashback.com  Nemesis Motorsports '68 Mustang...  Nemesis Motorsports
'68 Mustang Nemesis Fastback Prototype
Turnkey or complete body kit available  Nemesis Motorsports '68 Mustang...  Nemesis Motorsports
'68 Mustang Nemesis Fastback Prototype
Roush 427-IR engine with polished aluminum block and heads, direct-port nitrous, Billet Specialties Tru Trac serpentine pulley system, Power steering and A/C  Nemesis Motorsports '68 Mustang...  Nemesis Motorsports
'68 Mustang Nemesis Fastback Prototype
Custom billet trunk hinges  Nemesis Motorsports '68 Mustang...  Nemesis Motorsports
'68 Mustang Nemesis Fastback Prototype
Carbon-Fiber side mirror housing  Nemesis Motorsports '68 Mustang...  Nemesis Motorsports
'68 Mustang Nemesis Fastback Prototype
Lower valance and carbon-fiber taillight housing  Ford Racing 4.6L Aluminator...  Ford Racing
4.6L Aluminator Engine
'03 Cobra intake, supercharger, prototype accessory drive. Produces 700hp and 550ft/lbs
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