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STARTING LINES Dodge Introduces the Astonishing 2018 Challenger SRT Demon
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ack in 2014, Dodge shocked the high-performance car world with the introduction of the 707-horsepower Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat which were the most powerful muscle cars ever made – until now. Launching the recent New York International Auto Show week, Dodge has once again shaken the high-performance car industry with the unveiling of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. The new Demon will be powered by an incredible 840horsepower, supercharged 6.2L Hemi Demon V8 engine which is the world’s most powerful factory production V8. The car is NHRAcertified to run 9.65 seconds @ 140 mph, which makes the Demon
the fastest ¼-mile factory-stock car in the world. Additionally, the Demon is the world’s first production car to lift the front wheels at launch and has set the world record for the highest wheelie by a production car from a standing start, at 2.92 feet. The Demon remains a potent street car, but every component on the car was scrutinized and optimized for weight, capability and durability on
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Ford’s Mustang is Now the Best-Selling Sports Car on the Planet For the last 50 years or so, the Ford Mustang has been one of, if not the, best-selling sports car here in North American and now, according to Ford analysis of HIS Markit new vehicle registration data in the sports car segment, the Mustang is now the best-selling sports car on the entire planet. The Mustang sold over 150,000 units worldwide in 2016 with almost 45,000 of those being sold outside of the United States. The surge in sales has been largely attributed to big sales gains in the monstrous markets of Germany and China, with the latter seeing the Mustang become their best-selling sports car since its 2018 Ford Mustang
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the rest with its squared off and seemingly chiseled body lines, coke bottle shape, and aggressive stance. “I bought this car because when I was a teenager, this car was the epitome of cool,” said Mathies. “This was the car to own!” This example was originally from Manitoba and a rusty basket case when Gordon found it a decade ago. The lower quarter panels were all rotted out so had to be replaced, as did the trunk pan, but luckily the floor was in good shape. The fenders were also banged up and showed some mild surface rust, but they straightened out okay. “The car is basically just like how it came out of the factory,” explained Mathies. “I have changed a few things, but the block, transmission, and rear end are all date coded correct. It’s not numbers matching, but that is a tough thing to find when it comes to the MOPAR cars from this era, as guys blew stuff up racing them.” Under the pinned steel hood of this example resides the 440 cubic-inch, 4-barrel MagnumV8 engine. This power plant may not be the most powerful offering available that year, but it does offer enough horsepower to meet the needs of all but the most hard-edged performance driver. “I built this car as a driver to original specifications, so this is a stock engine rated supposedly at 375 horsepower,” Mathies
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Next is Doorwarz, the richest Pro Mod event in the country, followed three weeks later by the Lucas Oil NHRA Canadian National Open combined with the largest Nostalgia Funny Car race in Canada. Next is the Langley Loafers Old Time Drags, the highlight for vintage race car fans, which also includes a large cruise-in. Completing the season will be the SMS-K RENTS Smoke, Fire & Thunder with jets and wheelstanders. Full details at www.missionraceway.com 16 MUSCLE CAR PLUS MAGAZINE JUNE/JULY 2017
Electric Garage Auctions The Electric Garage holds several of the largest collector vehicle auctions in Alberta each year, two of which will have already been held by this time. But two events remain, starting with the 10th Annual Calgary Premier Collector Car Auction, June 16-18 at the Grey Eagle Casino. See 100 vehicles auctioned inside at the Convention Centre. The season concludes with the 10th Annual Red Deer Fall Finale & Speed Show, September 8-10. Both shows will feature a Memorabilia Auction, too. For all the details, go to www.theelectricgarage.com.
KMS Tools Charity Show and Shine June 17th is the date for the 22nd annual KMS Tools Charity Show and Shine in Coquitlam, B.C. There will be a parking lot full of pre-72 and rare/unusual cars, free smokies and pop, loads of prizes, a live band and tons of great deals in the store. And then, it all happens once again on July 8 at the 2nd annual KMS Tools Show and Shine in Edmonton. Bring your family to either show for a day you won’t want to miss. Check out the KMS website at www.kmstools.com for all the details including how to register your classic or custom vehicle. Mackee Classic Car Auctions Mackee Classic Car Auctions is putting on two big events this summer in the Okanagan region of B.C. First up is the 9th
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in Surrey, B.C. Besides being the most patriotic car show anywhere, this event is an Open House, where you can see the latest projects these craftsmen are working on. As well, there is a BBQ, live music, and fun for the whole family. The Show runs from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, all are welcome with no entrance fee, and there just might be an impromptu cruise afterwards. For info, go to www.jellybeanhotrods.com Pacific Raceways Pacific Raceways, in Kent, Washington south of Seattle, celebrates its 58th year with another exciting line-up of racing events for drag and Annual Collector Car Auction in Penticton on June 24, in conjunction with the Peach City Beach Cruise. There will be several dozen classic cars up for sale starting at noon. And then, there is the 2nd Annual Area 27 Automotive Auction on August 5, at the new Area 27 motorsport track near Oliver. With memorabilia, classics and race cars up for sale, this will be an event not to be missed. See all the details at www.mackeeauctions.com Jellybean Canada Day Car Show The Jellybean AutoCrafters 12th Annual Canada Day Car Show & Celebration returns this year on July 1, at the Jellybean headquarters, 19425 Langley By-Pass
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Virginia City, August 4-5. Again this year, attendees can plan to take in the MAG Auction in the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. There is something here for every fan of speciality vehicles, from cruising to swap meets to drag racing. For more information go to www.hotaugustnights.net.
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products, and all pre-1973 trucks, any make or model. The event kicks off with a Friday Night Cruise, and then on Saturday, the Show goes from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm with the awards and prizes being presented on Sunday morning at 9:00 am. automobile products, and they will be conducting the auction For more information check out their website at ihsupershow. during Hot August Nights in Reno, Aug. 10-12. Not only will com. there be cars crossing the block, automotive-related vendors/ exhibitors and lifestyle brands will be able to display and sell Hot Nite in the City their products to the public. Consignments and pre-bidder On August 11th and 12th, thirteen city blocks in downtown registrations are now being accepted. As well, live online bid- Kamloops, B.C. will be closed off to allow over 500 Street ding will be available during the event. For further info, phone Rods, Customs, Muscle Cars, and all sorts of other speciality 775-997-8885 or go to www.MotorsportAuctionGroup.com. vehicles to line the streets for the annual Hot Nite In The City
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Downtown PoCo Car Show Show-n-Shine! The event begins Friday afternoon with a Poker Run and dinner at the Aberdeen Mall A&W, while the Show & Shine itself begins at 10:00 am Saturday, with entertainment on two stages during and after the event. Trophies will be awarded at 4:00 pm. Hot Nite In The City is a family fun event that is enjoyed by over 30,000 people. For all the details, go to www.hotniteinthecity.com. Downtown PoCo Car Show The Downtown Port Coquitlam Car Show is back again for its 13th year on Sunday, August 20. Since its beginnings in a parking lot on the corner of Shaughnessy St. and Lougheed Highway, to the amazing crowd of 70,000-plus people in 2016, the PoCo car show has seen amazing growth and popularity. This
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year, even larger crowds are anticipated, with more than 500 vehicles of all types on display. There will also be continuous entertainment throughout the day on the main stage, hot rod alley, beer gardens, model car building workshop and a huge children’s entertainment area. In addition to Sunday’s show, there will be the 4th Annual Car Cruise and BBQ on the Saturday night, August 19th, for all of the Car Show participants, and it is open to the general public. For more info, go to www. pocobia.com, or contact them by phone at 604-464-1490.
on site, plus vendors that have everything retro, antique and collectible including car parts, a Pin Up pageant, and last but not least, two fabulous bands. Last year, thousands of spectators came out and enjoyed the variety, with some 30 classes of vehicles being judged. One expects that quilting enthusiasts will have a similarly pleasant experience. Go to quiltwalkcarshow.com for info. Pro Stock Performance Show & Shine
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new classes and 30 trophies in all. There will be activities for the September 9th. As before, Fraser Highway will be the central whole family, including door prizes, 50/50 draw, silent auction, street for the show, this time from 264th to 273rd St, with lots and a BBQ all day long. For more info, see www.prostock.net. of room for the many hundreds of vehicles and many thousands of speciality car fans expected to attend. A swap meet and car corral goes the next day, Sunday, September 10th. As Langley Good Times Cruise-In After 20 years in downtown Langley City, the very popular always, several charities are the recipients of the funds raised Langley Good Times Cruise-In is moving to a new home in through the show, and further details can be found at www. 2017 – downtown Aldergrove in the Township of Langley, on langleycruise-in.com.
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B&M Automatic Shifter Z-Gate Description: B&M’s Z-Gate Automatic shifter fits a number of different applications and features a reverse lockout that meets both NHRA and IHRA requirements. The shifter includes a backlight switch, neutral safety switch, black T-handle and fits most 3-speed applications. Specifications: Made from plastic and steel and meets NHRA and IHRA requirements. Applications: Fits GM TH400, 350, 250, 200 automatic transmissions. Also fits Ford, Lincoln and Mercury C4 and C6 automatic transmissions. Also fits 1966 and later Chrysler Torqueflite A727 and A904 automatic transmissions. Website: www.bmracing.com
Billet Specialties Street Rod Gas Pedal Assembly Description: Billet Specialties Street Rod gas pedal assemblies feature a pedal surface that is 3D CNC-machined for a non-slip surface, and the pedal features a wider mounting base for added stability. The rectangular styling of the pedals offers a more traditional look, while they also feature a 1:1 arm ratio for full-range throttle operation. Specifications: Spring-loaded gas pedal. Choose from either polished or durable black anodized finishes. Applications: Gas pedal requires the use of a cable-style linkage. Website: www.billetspecialties.com
Boom Mat Under-Carpet Lite Description: Under-Carpet Lite is a lightweight, superior thermal insulating and sound absorbing material. This ½-in.-thick multi-layer, high-tech composite material is designed to be extremely flexible and easy to install. UC Lite provides relief from scorching summer heat and brutal winter temperatures while absorbing annoying road, tire and exhaust noise. Specifications: Available in 24x70-in., 48x70-in., & 70x72-in. rolls. Applications: Universal application. Any surface to block heat and absorb sound. Firewalls, headliners, door panels, floors trans tunnels and rear bulkheads. Website: www.boommat.com 34 MUSCLE CAR PLUS MAGAZINE JUNE/JULY 2017
Dynamat SuperLite Description: Dynamat SuperLite is a high-efficiency sound damping material used to stop noise and vibration in your vehicle. It has the same sticky butyl rubber Constrain Layer Damper as Dynamat Xtreme but is 30-percent thinner and lighter. It can be used for full coverage on your vehicle’s interior or just in problem areas of high sound resonation. Specifications: Thin butyl rubber layer is bonded to a gleaming blue, 2 mils thick aluminum alloy. Applications: Universal product. Website: www.dynamat.com
Grant Mahogany Collectors Edition Description: Grant’s Mahogany Collectors Edition steering wheel has a hand-rubbed mahogany grip and slotted polished spokes, and will complement the look of any muscle or classic car. A Grant installation kit is necessary to mount the wheel to a vehicle, and will work with Grant Standard 3000 or 4000 Series, Billet 5000 Series or Euro 6000 series installation kits. Specifications: Steering wheel features a 14.5-in. diameter. Applications: Universal product. Website: www.grantproducts.com
Hurst Blackjack Manual Shifter for Camaro Description: Hurst’s Blackjack Shifter is designed to locate the shifter handle in the proper location for all 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro applications when using a Tremec T-56 Magnum 6-speed transmission. The housings feature a tough black MIL-Spec anodized finish with the Hurst logo machined in the top plate. Other features include a zinc-plated hardened chromoly steel stick adapter, dual stick centering springs and hardened Chromoly pivot pins. Specifications: Shifter housing CNC-machined from billet 6061 aluminum. Applications: Made for 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro with Tremec T56 transmission. Website: www.hurst-shifters.com
HushMat Super Sheet Sound Deadening & Thermal Insulation Kit Description: HushMat is the easiest-to-install form and mold material that sticks to any automotive surface. HushMat is 1.5mm thick and weighs approximately 0.50 pounds per square foot. Apply to roof, doors, firewall, floor pan, tunnel, trunk floor, rear quarter panels and trunk lid for the highest sound and thermal insulation all from one great product. Specifications: Approved to all OE damping specifications, rated from -30F to 550F. Includes 9 sheets 32x18 in. each, total 3.34 sq m/36 sq ft. Applications: Universal Website: www.hushmat.com
Lokar Goolsby Edge Edition Billet Aluminum Pedal Pads Description: Lokar’s Goolsby Edge Edition Billet Aluminum Pedal Pads have an aggressive 3D-machined surface and billet aluminum construction that comes complete with customizable inserts. The brake and clutch pedal pads are made with a ½-inch -20 stud that is necessary for mounting each pad, and the pads are able to adapt to factory and aftermarket pedals. Specifications: They are CNC-machined from high-grade 6061-T6 billet aluminum for both strength and style purposes, and the throttle pedal pad can be retrofitted to existing Lokar throttle assemblies. Applications: Adapts to factory and aftermarket pedals. Website: www.lokar.com JUNE/JULY 2017 MUSCLE CAR Plus MAGAZINE 35
Original Parts Group Chevelle Interior Kit Description: Original Parts Group’s Stage II 1969 Chevelle interior kit features a plethora of interior components and are an authentic reproduction of the original GM product. The kit is made for the coupe model with the bucket seat option and features door sill plates, door panels, rear side panels, front armrests, overhead dome lamp lens, and rear seat shelf foundation just to name a few. Specifications: Authentic reproduction of original GM product. Applications: Made for 1969 Chevy Chevelle Coupe with bucket seats. Website: www.opgi.com
Performance World SportSeat2 Description: Performance World’s SportSeat2 racing seat with synthetic black leather is fully reclineable and includes sliders and race harness provisions. The seats are sold in pairs and feature side bolsters that will firmly hold you in place during any harsh driving situations and will improve the look of your vehicle’s interior. Specifications: Covered in black synthetic leather. Applications: Not application specific. Website: www.performance-world.com
Performance World Supergrip Shifter Handle Description: Performance World’s Supergrip Shifter handle is made from billet 6061 aluminum and features a comfortable smooth grip. The handle makes shifting into any gear a breeze, and also adds a classic look to your interior. Available in a few different finishes, they also come with a variety of adapters. Specifications: Available in silver or black anodized finish. Applications: Available with a variety of adapters, check website for more information. Website: www.performance-world.com
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Procar Classic Lowback Seat Description: Procar’s Classic Lowback seat provides the classic muscle car look with a low back and overall muscle-car like appearance. It has the same great style, comfort and feel of the traditional Classic seats but with a lowback design. Specifications: Available in all Velour or Vinyl or a combination of both with a variety of colours. Applications: Universal product. Website: www.procarbyscat.com
Procar Rally Seats Description: Procar’s Rally Seats are a versatile seat that is ideal for a number of different applications. They feature vertical stitching for a vintage look and also offer pronounced side bolstering for added support during aggressive driving situations. Rally seats also feature a full reclining seat back, adjustable locking headrest for safety and support. Specifications: Available in a number colours and materials including leather, velour, and vinyl. Applications: Universal product. Website: www.procarbyscat.com Recaro Orthoped Description: Recaro’s Orthoped seats are designed to take the look of a classic car to a new level with their sleek lines, sportive bolstering and cover details. It provides superior support and comfort, and promotes an ergonomically correct and comfortable experience. It features two independently power-adjustable air chambers to make up the airmatic lumbar system. Specifications: Available with black leather, black artista cloth, black nardo, and grey nardo. Applications: Universal products. Website: www.recaro-automotive.com
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Sparco Chrono Road Seats Description: Sparco’s Chrono Road Seats draws on Sparco’s decades of racing history to make seats that offer ultimate comfortability and performance. The design of the seat helps cradle and protect the driver against demanding lateral forces. The seat features white contrast stitching on the exterior and seat and back padding for extra comfort. Specifications: Available in two sizes: standard and large. Applications: Not application specific. Website: www.sparcousa.com
Summit Racing Fuel Pressure Gauges Description: Summit Racing’s fuel pressure gauges offer reliable precision and provide you with the proper fuel pressure readings which are critical for adjusting your carburetor or fuel injection systems. They are available in a number of sizes and styles. Specifications: Reads 0-100 psi. Applications: Universal product. Website: www.summitracing.com
Summit Racing Billet Aluminum Gas Pedals Description: Summit Racing’s Billet Aluminum Gas Pedals are firewall-mounted and feature rubber inserts for better grip, and a billet aluminum assembly for increased durability and a great appearance that will bolster any muscle car interior. The pedal is 1.75-in. wide and 4.5-in. long. Specifications: Pedal bracket is 6.5-in. long. Throttle bracket is 5.50-in. long. Applications: Universal products. Website: www.summitracing.com
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hen looking into getting a new steering column for our ’68 Chevelle project, one of the first companies that came to mind was Ididit, who have been producing quality steering columns and related products for the past 30 years. When we learned that they were on board with our project, we quickly selected the tilt floor shift steering column with a black powder coat finish, that was specifically made for the
1. Our retrofit Ididit steering column requires no modifications for installation.
1967-68 Chevelle, as the product we would use. This retrofit column is designed to fit into the 1968 Chevelle without any modifications needed for installation. It comes complete with a wiring harness adaptor and to install, we simply removed the old column, and prepared to install the new one which took roughly 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.
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5. Feed column through firewall. Have someone receive it on the other end to properly line up.
6. Attach steering column to steering shaft.
7. Adjust and tighten bolts as necessary. Bolt steering column to dash using stock steering column bracket.
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HISTORY: ELWOOD ENGEL
Elwood Engel managed styling of Mopar muscle cars
Engel’s design for the Chrysler Turbine cars had stylistic links to his previous Ford and Lincoln projects. Story by John Gunnell
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uscle car designer Elwood Engel came up via the GM styling studio system, but made a mark at Ford and Chrysler. He was one of a few budding designers accepted in a work-study program, and one of even fewer to get through it. George W. Walker and Joe Oros, whom he met in 1939, did the same. During World War II, Engel was a map maker in the U.S. Army. He stayed in touch with Oros who, after the war, attended the Cleveland Insitute of Art, where George W. Walker had studied. Oros then went to work at an industrial design firm that Walker had started, and he recommended hiring Engel. Walker’s firm had Nash and Baker-Raulang, a body company, as clients. Oros did automotive work for both firms, and Engel designed alarm clocks, tractors, shoes and appliances. He was brought into a Ford project when ex-Studebaker man Dick Caleal showed Walker a design for a “Shoebox” Ford. In 1947, Walker won a Ford contract and ended his association with Nash. After that, Engel and Oros focused on car design. Ford ran a competition to seek alternatives to an in-house design by Bob Gregorie. Walker, Engel and Oros made a full-scale version of a model at Ford’s Dearborn plant and incorporated their ideas, along with some of Gregorie’s, to create the ’49 Ford. C. Edson Armi’s The Art of American Car Design (Pennsylvania State University, 1988), said of Engel’s contribution to the groundbreaking car, “In the end, the exceptional appearance of the Ford may owe less to Loewy’s team and to designers like Walker and Gregorie than to experienced modelers at Ford, to Walker’s assistants Oros and Engel and to the collective design process.” 42 MUSCLE CAR PLUS MAGAZINE JUNE/JULY 2017
Engel was considered an important designer and was featured twice on the cover of Automotive Industries magazine.
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Chrysler used this as Engel’s official photo.
“Lincoln Continental.” That car became the basis for the 1961 Lincoln Continental, rather than a new two-door, two-passenger T-bird. Just after the Continental came out, Walker turned 65 and retired. Everyone thought that Engel or Oros would be his replacement, but Ford unexpectedly picked Eugene Bordinat. Engel started looking for a new job. Engel’s friend Walker had political power at Detroit’s Recess Club. Chrysler president Lynn Townsend was one of his connections. At Chrysler, styling director Virgil Exner’s Valiant design had rubbed Townsend the wrong way. In addition, Exner had suffered a heart at-
Engel was a people person and Oros wasn’t. Elwood loved playing practical jokes and telling risque stories and generally goofing around. But the two men were very close. Oros was best man at Chrysler built 50 of the 1963 Turbine Cars that EnEngel’s wedding to Marguerite Imboden. In 1955, when Walker was gel designed. This one is in the Henry Ford Museum. hired to be in charge of Ford’s design studio, he brought Oros and Engel with him. Engel was put in charge of Lincoln and Mercury, tack and his absence set off some infighting led by his lieutenant Bill while Oros was in charge of Ford car and truck designs. Schmidt. A meeting that Walker set up between Engel and Townsend led to the former getting hired as Chrysler’s vice president of design. Engel and Oros came up with competing designs for the 1958 T-bird Engel started working at Highland Park in November 1961. and Oros’ four-seat car got the nod. However, the “Stiletto” roadster that Engel’s team created caught the eye of Ford President Robert Exner had hit it big with his Chrysler dream cars and “Forward Look” S. McNamara, who saw the Engel team’s clay model and asked designs. He tacked towering tail fins on late-‘50s Chryslers, DeSothem to add rear doors. He then decided that it could be sold as a tos, Plymouths and Dodges and improved Chrysler’s image—and
It is said that Engel’s thinking influenced the styling of every Mopar muscle car including this ’70 Hemi ‘Cuda coupe. 44 MUSCLE CAR PLUS MAGAZINE JUNE/JULY 2017
heart wasn’t in it and every day he came in must have been torture.” The other designers liked Engel though. Co-workers said Engel had an uncanny eye for the “commercial viability” of designs. He was also known to pinch pennies with the “boys” in the modeling studio. “He wanted to go out and play and be a big shot,” Brownlie said. “He’d walk into a studio and, if things were going well, you wouldn’t see him again for days. If things weren’t going well, he’d be in there absolutely raising hell.”
The ’69 Dodge Daytona with its wind-cheating nose and giant rear deck lid spoiler was approved by Engel.
Engel oversaw the design and development of the famous 1963 Chrysler Turbine cars (of which 50 were loaned out to 203 families for public testing). The two-door hardtop is said to look very much like his original design for the ‘61 stiletto T-bird that ultimately became the ‘61 Lincoln Continental. He used the fibreglass model of this car to illustrate his design preferences to the Chrysler designers and emphasize to them that tailfins were out, but
sales—for a time. But the Chrysler tail fin era died out in six years and it was Engel who was credited for replacing fins with a new slab-sided Lincoln-like look. Like Harley Earl, Engel was good at delegating design work to teams of stylists. He would then fine-tune their clay models with his touches. According to Mike Lamm’s interviews with Chrysler designers Bill Brownlie and Carl Cameron, this was far different from the Exner approach where the designers were expected to style cars the way that the boss would have done it. Exner continued to have an office at Chrysler after Engel was hired as his boss, but Bornlie told Lamm “I’m sure his
The 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A is another of the Mopar muscle cars that came from Engel’s design team.
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the design didn’t really point to the future at Chrysler. It was just something unto itself.
High Impact colours were used on many of the Mopars that Engel had a hand in creating, including this 1970 Dodge Charger.
Chrysler vets like designer Dave Cummins believe cars like the ’65 Plymouth Fury sum up what Engel was about. He liked crisp fender lines and a lot of gimmicks like slab sides, wrapover roofs, hidden headlights and airfoil grilles. He liked to adorn cars with lots of brightwork and badges. In the mid-‘60s, he liked the boxy look with razor-tip fenders that characterized the Continental from 1961-1968. After 1968, he championed a smooth, rounded “airplane fuselage” look that Bill Brownlie and Richard Stas began with the ’68 Charger. Some of the noteworthy Chrysler Corp. cars that Engel played a role in designing include the Gen II ’63 Valiant, the ’68 Charger, the ’69 Dodge Polara, the ’70 Challenger and Barracuda, the ’72 Satellite and the ’72 Imperial, but he approved all of the Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth designs of those years. He appeared at least twice on the cover of Automotive Industries, a trade magazine.
Engel actually retired from Chrysler in 1973, but continued to work as a consultant on cars like this ’74 Plymouth Sebring Plus.
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Engel actually retired from Chrysler in 1973, but he continued to work as a consultant until some management changes that took place in June 1974 changed things. Cars as late as the ’76 Imperial continued to reflect his design legacy. On June 24, 1986, Elwood Engel died of cancer.
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Ididit’s new 40 Style straight steering column features a brushed stainless steel finish and 40’s-style dress-up kits with brass knobs, making it a classic update of a time-honoured hot rod column. This innovative column features a vintage-style brass shift indicator, and a cutting-edge locking detent which is an important safety feature that allows the column to lock into park and neutral positions. Other features include self-cancelling turn signals, horn wiring, a 3-7/8-in. GM-style wiring plug and a ¾-36 lower shaft, and it accepts most aftermarket steering wheels with 69-94 GM adaptor.
Wilwood has recently announced that it is now offering its popular front brake kits for high-speed drag cars with fullfloating dynamicmount lightweight steel rotors. A dynamic mount rotor allows for controlled movement at the rotor mount points which eliminates thermally induced stress and subsequent rotor distortion. These benefits extend component life and reduce speed-robbing drag down the track.
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Holley/MSD Announces Release of Earl’s Black Flame Guard Insulation
Holley/MSD has recently announced the release of Earl’s Black Flame Guard Insulation which is meant to protect hose, wiring, and even hard lines from extreme conditions experienced under the hood. They are still offered in the traditional brick red colour, but are now also offered in black to complement the look of your engine bay. This non-asbestos slide-on sleeving helps provide a truly stealth look for hot rods, race cars and show cars. It withstands temperature spikes up to 2,000-degrees Fahrenheit, and is available in diameters from 3/8-inch to 1.5-inch. For more information please go to www.holley.com
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AutoMeter DashLink System for Apple iOS Auto Meter’s new DashLink app for its DashLink system is a plug-and-play, virtual dashboard system for your vehicle that’s easy to install on most 1996 and newer OBDII-compliant vehicles. Essentially, the app works with the DashLink system and turns your Apple iOS device into an advanced display monitoring system that is able to monitor vehicle and engine performance, track fuel economy levels, read and clear vehicle trouble codes and managing check engine lights. For more information please go to www.autometer.com
Mickey Thompson Adds New Size to ET Street R Bias Line
QA1 Offering New REV Series Driveshafts for Mustang GT QA1 is now offering its award-winning REV Series carbon fibre driveshafts for 20052017 Ford Mustang GTs. The one-piece carbon fibre driveshafts have highspeed capability and built-in strength while still being lighter than other driveshafts. They boast a Mustang-specific flange yoke front attachment and highspeed CV joint on the rear, with a high-speed sealing boot and hightemperature grease. Additionally, the tube’s uniform wall thickness will improve performance by minimizing the effects of noise, vibration and harshness that are common in the factory driveshafts.
Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels has expanded its line of ET Street R Bias tires for drag racing applications with the addition of the 28x11.59-17 tire size. The D.O.T. –approved ET Street R Bias size offers the latest ET Drag technology for ultimate traction and a minimal tread void for ultimate dry traction. The tires are ideally suited for high-horsepower applications and will provide the ultimate grip in both street and drag racing situations. For more information please go to For more information please go to www.mickeythompsontires.com www.qa1.net
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Armor All Introduces New Family of Wipes
Armor All has recently introduced a new family of three quickand-easy wipes available to get your car clean and keep it looking good. Firstly, the Wash Wipes are a fast, easy and effective one-step method to clean your car. They are extra large, pre-moistened wipes that will remove dirt, dust, bird droppings, road grime and more. Second are the new Wax Wipes which provide a quick-and-easy way to wax your car without the need for canisters, liquid bottles and applicator pads. Lastly are the new Glass & GPS Wipes that are free of ammonia and specially made for dirt, dust and fingerprints, ideal for tinted glass and electronic screens. For more information please go to www.armorall.ca
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Comp Cams engineers have solved the problem of stock LS rocker arms cageless needle bearing failure with upgraded rockers featuring a stronger and more durable trunnion and captured bearing design. The upgraded versions increase each rocker’s lift capacity and utilize caged roller bearings to improve valve train durability. The rockers feature a black-oxide finish and are available for LS1, LS3 and LS7 valve train geometries. Additionally, a DIY upgrade kit is also available for users with stock rockers and comes with a magnetic installation tool and cylindrical construction. For more information please go to www.compcams.com
Speedmaster’s SFI-Rated Billet Steel Flexplates Speedmaster’s SFI-Rated Billet Steel Flexplates are engineered to handle extreme duty applications and are designed to endure the punishment dished out from high-horsepower engines. They are CAD engineered and precision CNC-machined to strict tolerances, and each plate is rigorously inspected throughout the manufacturing cycle for quality assurance. The flexplates are SFI 22.2 certified and feature a heat-treated gear. For more information please go www.speedmaster79.com
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READERS RIDES 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible
Rob Vetter’s 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible was brought to Jellybean AutoCrafters in Surrey, B.C. after a previous restoration attempt left it needing some work. Among other things, Jellybean fitted the car with a Ridetech strong arm suspension system and Viking dual adjustable coilovers which is an ideal setup to handle the high-horsepower 396 under the hood. The car features Wilwood disc brakes all around and gets taken out regularly by Rob and his wife for local cruises.
1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Ted Wingrove bought his 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass back in 2016 from a lady in Maple Ridge, B.C. who had bought the car back in 1971 and was keeping it in an underground parking lot for the past several years. Luckily for Ted, she decided she no longer wanted to pay for the parking spot and decided to sell. The all-original beauty features a Rocket 350 V8 under the hood and is an absolute blast to drive.
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Nick 1957 Ford F100 Custom Cab "Old Blue"
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