2007 SEMA Show - Aftermarket Treasures
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
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 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
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 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 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 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
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
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 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 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 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. |
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