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As a tribute to Alan Mann Racing’s 1966 Ford GT lightweight experimental prototypes, Ford has introduced the Ford GT Alan Mann Heritage Edition. The limited-edition vehicle celebrates the role the prototypes played in the history of the development of the Ford GT. “Whether it’s going like hell at the racetrack or out-innovating the competition, the Ford GT Alan Mann Heritage Edition honors the vehicles that helped lead Ford to its wins,” said Mike Severson, Ford GT program manager. “With its red and gold livery, this Ford GT is inspired by Alan Mann Racing’s contribution to our Le Mans-winning story.” In 1965-66, Alan Mann Racing used lighter materials to create AM GT-1, along with a second car, based on the GT Mk I. While neither prototype won a major race, the use of lightweight materials was similar to what helped Ford win Le Mans with the GT Mk II in 1966, the automaker said. This spirit continues in today’s Ford GT supercar, with its lightweight carbon fiber body cloaked as a GT Heritage Edition for 2022 in colors and stripes inspired by the AM GT-1. In addition to wearing unique Alan Mann red exterior paint with gold graphics, this limited-edition GT includes a dual over-the-roof racing stripe, Frozen White signature accent stripes and roundels with No. 16 on the doors, hood and underside of the rear wing. Exposed gloss carbon fiber components are prominent, including on the 20-inch wheels, front splitter, side sills, mirrors, engine louvers and rear diffuser. Brembo brake calipers lacquered in black with red graphics, plus black lug nuts further modernize the aesthetic. Carbon fiber carries into the cabin, appearing on door sills, console and registers. Ebony Alcantarawrapped carbon fiber seats feature gold and red accent stitching, while embossed seating surfaces and head restraints carry the GT logo. The instrument panel is wrapped in Ebony leather and Alcantara, while pillars and headliner are wrapped in Ebony Alcantara. Gold appliqués on the instrument panel, door register bezels and seat X-brace are paired with the matte carbon fiber registers, door sills, lower A-pillars and console. The steering wheel is finished in Ebony Alcantara with black stitching, while dualclutch paddle shifters are finished in exterior-matching Alan Mann red. Wrapping up its final year of production, the 2022 Ford GT Alan Mann Heritage Edition pays tribute to Alan Mann Racing and the support the team provided from England in 1965. Lessons learned from Alan Mann Racing improved the capabilities of the Ford GT40 and led to its third- and fourthfastest times in the 1966 Le Mans trials. “It’s a great honor for Alan Mann Racing and the Mann family to celebrate the epic motorsports heritage of Ford GT with this fantastic limited-edition car,” said Henry Mann, director, Alan Mann Racing Ltd. “To see the red and gold colors of our team’s livery come back to life, and to debut this new GT alongside one of our original GT40s in Chicago will be a magical occasion.”
Ford Debuts Everglades Edition Bronco
Ford has debuted the new 2022 Ford Bronco Everglades special edition, a four-door model with factory-installed features such as a snorkel, integrated front bumper-mounted winch and all the off-road equipment in the Bronco Sasquatch Package. “Bronco customers like to explore new places, but some want to go even further off the trail than others,” said Jolanta Coffey, Bronco chief engineer. “Everglades is specially equipped to enable these customers to tackle even more challenging terrains and trails – and with the front bumpermounted winch, they can help others out of trouble while they’re at it.” Bronco Everglades introduces a class-exclusive signature snorkel. Designed and engineered by Ford, the snorkel – which runs up the passenger-side A-pillar –uses two swappable plates to change the direction of the inlet based on trail and weather conditions, Ford said. Front and rear axles, transfer case and transmission also offer raised vents for improved water fording. Combined, these design changes lead to water fording capability of 36.4 inches, Ford said. A heavy-duty modular front bumper by Ford Performance with ZEON 10-S WARN winch – featuring 10,000-pound capability and a 100-foot synthetic line –comes standard, along with a protective safari bar, rock rails and the same steel bash plates found on Black Diamond and Badlands Bronco models, as well as a Carbonized Gray grille with gloss black Bronco lettering. The Sasquatch Package features 17-inch Carbonized Gray-painted alloy wheels with 35-inch Goodyear mudterrain tires. Additional exterior appointments include rock rails to protect the lower sills, plus a molded-in-color hardtop and roof rack with crossbars. The Bronco design team also added squared front and rear wheel arches with matching Sasquatchwidth fender flares and graphics with Everglades topography on the front quarter fenders. Bronco Everglades features standard marine-grade vinyl seats and rubberized washout flooring. New Urban Green accents provide a subtle color touch on grab handles, air register vents and seat stitching. In addition to mid-package content, Bronco Everglades features a class-exclusive 12-inch SYNC 4 system with Ford Power-Up over-the-air software updates. Its 2.3-liter EcoBoost delivers 300 horsepower and 325 lb.-ft. of torque is paired to a SelectShift 10-speed automatic transmission with advanced 4×4 system and a maximum 67.8:1 crawl ratio. The new 2022 Bronco Everglades is available in five exterior colors, including Everglades-exclusive low-volume Desert Sand, plus Eruption Green, Area 51, Shadow Black and Cactus Gray. Bronco Everglades will join the Bronco lineup this summer.
Tanks Inc. 1955-56 Chevy Wagon Gas Tanks Are Ready To Rock With EFI
When you’re building the 1955-56 Chevy Wagon 0f your dreams, a modern EFI-fed engine is probably on the docket. Tanks Inc. makes a fuel tank that bolts right in and is plumbed to accept modern fuel pumps and senders. All at a reasonable price. Check out its new EFI tanks for classic Chevy wagons. (https://www.tanksinc.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=product/product_id=812/category_id=-1/ mode=prod/prd812.htm) 1955-56 Chevrolet Station Wagon EFI Gas Tank: Fits Bel Air Nomad, 150, and 210 series Station Wagon and Sedan Delivery models. Does Not Fit 9 -passenger Wagons Fuel Injection Ready! Utilizes our GPA series fuel pumps, available in sizes from 109 to 450 liters per hour. Uses aftermarket 5 bolt hole senders. Multiple Ohm ranges are available to work with factory or aftermarket gauges. If using tube sender length is 11″. EFI style internal baffling to prevent fuel pump starvation. Perfect for your Pro-Touring, Autocross, or Road Racing Ride Fuel pump and sender are recessed in the tank for easy installation with no modification needed for your car. Looks like an OE tank when installed. Coated galvanized steel then Powder Coated Silver. Stock Dimensions, Fuel Drain Plug & 17 Gallon Capacity Overall Size: 34-1/8″ x 17-1/2 x 13-1/2″ For a complete setup simply choose a GPA fuel pump and fuel sending unit. For over 30 years, Tanks Inc. has offered a variety of polyethylene, stainless steel, mild steel, and alloy coated steel gas tanks for street rods, muscle cars, and classic trucks. They also specialize in converting your vehicle to fuel injection. If you are ready to make the jump to EFI for your hot rod or pro touring car they have a solution for you. Gas tanks and fuel pumps are not all that they offer, the company also has fuel senders and tank accessories to complete your project.
Upgrade Your Squarebody Lighting With LED Parking Lights From UPI
Unfortunately, the lighting utilized in your hot rod or classic cruiser might not be an aspect of your ride that you put much thought into. But believe me when I say, you should. If you do any driving at night, being seen by others on the road and being able to see is quite important. That said, the factory lighting in many classics is not on par with current vehicles, and that can cause a safety issue. Luckily, the folks at United Pacific Industries (UPI) want to help you increase the visibility of your hot rod.
I recently found out that UPI announced the release of its highly anticipated LED parking/turn signal lights for 1973 through 1980 Chevy/GMC truck. That’s right, now, ’73 through ’80 squarebody C10 owners can easily convert their frontends to full-LED lighting with the arrival of these parking lights. LED is not only brighter than a traditional incandescent bulb, but it will last much longer as well. According to Jai Baek, Marketing and Creative Director at UPI, “LED parking/turn signal lights for the 1973 through 1980 Chevy/GMC Truck have been highly requested by C10 enthusiasts for many years and we’re extremely delighted to deliver the final product for the community.” These lights are built to not only last for many, many years, but also add style to your Squarebody C10. According to UPI, these LED parking lights come packed with features like: 17 amber super-bright LEDs with amber lens (Part # 110885/110886). Dual function – Parking light / Turn signal light functionality. Stainless-steel bezel Easy electrical connection with 1157 plug Lifetime warranty A unique feature incorporated into United Pacific units, these LED parking lights feature a bezel constructed of high-quality stainless-steel – matching with the OEM headlight bezel giving the front end a uniform look and feel. The release of the LED parking/turn signal lights for 1973 through ’80 Chevy and GMC truck extends the already massive catalog for the C10. Speaking of the catalog, it’s now available to order at UPcarparts.com. Whether your C10 needs upgraded lighting or you have another classic that could benefit from the many products offered by UPI, you can be sure you’ll get the parts you need to do the upgrades you want.
