Motorhead April 2020 WEB MP

1ST ANNUAL

Cruisade for Kids

A CONVERSATION WITH Cruisin’ Bruce Palmer

FUTURE BURNERS

The Next Generation

APRIL 2020

COVER STORY: Page 28

‘48 Chevy Fleetmaster Survivor Page 3: Lou Cicerone addresses the Corona-Virus Pandemic

CALL TO ADVERTISE 401-965-9012 Read Motorhead Magazine Online at GetMotorhead.com Facebook.com/MotorheadMagazine

W !

2019 KUV

9,900 GVW., LOCKING AXLE, POWER WINDOWS + LOCKS, TILT / CRUISE. #19391H WAS $52,443

9,900 GVW, POWER WINDOWS + LOCKS, TILT + CRUISE, LOCKING AXLE. #19148H WAS $53,093

12,300 GVW, LOCKING AXLE, POWER WINDOWS + LOCKS, TILT/CRUISE. #19365G WAS $46,608

$65,995

$63,995

17,900 GVW, A/C, HITCH ,COVER, REAR CAMERA. #18364H WAS $75,410

2018 DROP SIDE DUMP DIESEL

$66,995

WAS $ 74,455

14’ DURACUBE MAX *14,500 GVW *DUAL POWER HEATED `MIRRORS *ENHANCED AUDIO SYSTEM *LANE DEPARTURE WARNING *REAR CAMERA /BLUETOOTH *#20233H

2020 LCF 4500’S OWNER OPERATOR SPECS

$45,995

$68,995

17,900 GVW, A/C, HITCH, COVER, REAR CAMERA. #19008H WAS $79,068

2019 BACKPACK DROP SIDE DUMP DIESEL

$49,995

WAS $57,280

12’ HIGH CUBE *14,500 GVW *DUAL POWER HEATED `MIRRORS *ENHANCED AUDIO SYSTEM *FORWARD COLLISION ALERT *LANE DEPARTURE WARNING *REAR CAMERA / BLUETOOTH *#LS800093

$45,495

This ad is Copyrighted & owned by Truck And Equipment Post.

WWW.CERRONEGM.COM WWW.CERRONETRUCKSALES.COM SALES PRICES INCLUDE ALL REBATES INCLUDING LOYALTY, CONQUEST, TRADE-IN

21,500 GVW, 37,000 GCWR, HITCH, COVER, TRAILER BRAKE, NICE SPECS. #19360H WAS $75,737

2019 C6500 DUMP

$38,995

$42,995

2019 12’ DURACUBE MAX

$36,995

2019 12’ HI-CUBE

$45,995

14,200 GVW, E-TRACK, FULLY LOADED CHASSIS, STAND-UP CAB. PERFECT ROUTE DELIVERY TRUCK. #19161G WAS $49,250

9,900 GVW, V-8, LOCKING AXLE, POWER WINDOW + LOCKS, TILT/CRUISE. #19354H WAS $45,633

9,900 GVW, LOCKING AXLE, TILT, CRUISE, P-WINDOWS+LOCKS, KEYLESS ENTRY, SHELVING, LADDER RACKS. #20088G WAS $52,816

2019 14’ HI-CUBE

2019 10’ HI-CUBE

2020 10’ DURACUBE MAX

508-761-4800

WE SPECIALIZE IN FLEETS WITH 10+ TRUCKS. CALL US

ROUTE 1, BETWEEN 95 + 295 SOUTH ATTLEBORO, MA

$71,875

$38,875

$62,995

2020 K3500 CREW CAB SLE

$47,995

V-8., COMMUNICATION PKG., LOCKING AXLE, KEYLESS ENTRY. #20217H WAS $35,890

10 AT THIS PRICE

2020 3/4 TON VAN

$52,995

11,300 GVW, BUCKET SEATS, 5TH WHEEL PKG., PREFERRED PKG., ASSIST STEPS. #20062G WAS $58,060

This ad is Copyrighted & owned by Truck And Equipment Post.

16,500 GVW, HEATED MIRRORS, POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS, TILT/CRUISE, 84” CA FITS 11-12’ BODY. #19386H WAS $51,772

2019 C4500 CHASSIS DURAMAX DIESEL

CONV. PKG. W/ BUCKET SEATS, 20” WHEELS, SAFETY PKG. #1, CONV. PKG. #2. #200B5H WAS $55,360

$38,875 2020 K1500 CREW CAB TRAIL BOSS LT

$41,000

CONV. PKG., SPRAY-IN-LINER, PLOW PREP. INCLUDES GM FINANCE REBATE. #19398H WAS $44,530

CONV. PKG., H.D. TRAILERING, PLOW PREP. #20174G WAS $43,700

$71,995

2019 K2500 DOUBLE CAB

HIGH COUNTRY DELUXE PKG., DARK ESSENTIALS PKG., PLOW PREP., 5TH WHEEL PKG. #LF234698 WAS $78,365

2020 K2500’S

PLENTY OF NEW 4500-5500-6500’S HERE NOW !

2020 K3500 HIGH COUNTRY DUALLY DIESEL

$30,944 $46,995 WWW.CERRONEGM.COM WWW.CERRONETRUCKSALES.COM SALES PRICES INCLUDE ALL REBATES INCLUDING LOYALTY, CONQUEST, TRADE-IN

CONV. PKG., PLOW PREP., ASSIST STEPS, SPRAYIN-LINER, STROBES, ELEC. LOCKS, LIGHTED COMPART. #19165H WAS $67,875

2019 K3500 CREW CAB UTILITY DURAMAX DIESEL

CONV. PKG., TRAILER BRAKE. INCLUDES GM FINANCE REBATE. #19392H WAS $48,250

2019 3/4 TON UTILITY

$49,995

ELEVATION EDITION WITH PREFERRED PKG., SPRAY-INLINER, DRIVER ALERT PKG., X31 OFF ROAD. #20141G WAS $56,885

2020 K1500 DOUBLE CAB DURAMAX DIESEL

DENALI ULTIMATE PKG., 5TH WHEEL TOW PKG., 20” WHEELS, PLOW PREP. #20020G WAS $80,065

508-761-4800

WE COME TO YOU - GIVE US A CALL !

2020 K3500 DENALI DIESEL

ROUTE 1, BETWEEN 95 + 295 SOUTH ATTLEBORO, MA

l a u n n A e d a f s t i o u rK s r C ’s

st

5 Re 0 Ca r gis tr s get at ion Dash Plaqu es First 2 9:3 5 kids 0 a .m cars get . - 1 p.m. $ am 15 regist eda ratio llion n~ T rop 50/50 Raffle & more hie sa t3 Face Painting By: Kathi’s Creative Faces

Cosplay by Carl Baker & Friends

s id

Fir

g

s car, bike, & chil l e e dre wh l l t a n n’s l e A lienat A of Par rid ion s s r P e s e e n & ted B eth y: K en o r ’s K e a us lo aw to st m

rt ily cou fam of ow sh ices n vo

Ra isi n

1

1689 Post Rd., Warwick, RI Sunday, May 31st, 2020 See event updates on Facebook Info Call: 401.426.0778

p.m

.

LJLRC with diecast racing Mike Conlon’s Batmobile replica Jim Weicherding with Bucky the Buckleupasaurus Josh Wilson & Autobot REV

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 1

HELP WANTED CLASSIFIEDS OLD VOLKS HAUS

TECHNICIAN WANTED

Heavy Duty Parts - Inside Sales Responsibilities will include:

Volkswagen & Audi Specialty. 10-6:30 M-F, knowledgeable, no tools needed, pay based on experience, certified, no benefits, own transportation, accountable.

Call Nick Guarino at 401-305-8111 or stop by: 10A Danielson Pike, Foster, RI 02825.

• Answering phone calls, fielding parts inquires and resolving issues • Maintaining relationships with existing customers and building new ones • Providing accurate sales transactions • Handling core returns & warranties • Assisting customers with special orders and hard-tofind parts or problems • Keeping up to date with new trends in the industry Competitive Compensation, Bonuses & Benefits, including paid time off, healthcare, dental and retirement contributions.

Go to EastCoastTruckStuff.com and click Work Here! to apply

ADRENALINE CYCLE

Advertising Agreement

MOTORCYCLE TECH WANTED

Sales Rep:______________________ Sales Rep’s Phone:______________________ Experienced. $25-$30 an hour. Friendly fun, honest

working environment.

Client Information AdvertisingPurchase Agreement Company_______________________________________________ Order # ______________________ Advertising Agreement Advertising Agreement

Sales Rep:______________________ Sales Rep:______________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ Advertising Agreement Sales Rep’s Phone:______________________ Sales Rep:______________________ Sales Rep’s Phone:______________________

Advertising Agreement Zip __________________ Sales Rep:______________________ City______________________________________________ State________________ Client Information Client Information Sales Rep’s Phone:______________________ Sales Rep:______________________ Client Information Ad Contact________________________________________ SalesOrder Rep’s Company_______________________________________________ Purchase #Phone:______________________ ______________________ Company_______________________________________________ Purchase Order # ______________________ Client Information Company_______________________________________________ Purchase Order # ______________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Client Information Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________ State________________ __________________ Company_______________________________________________ Purchase Order Zip # ______________________ City______________________________________________ State________________ Zip __________________ Person Authorized to Approve Payment ___________________________________________________________ Ad Contact________________________________________ City______________________________________________ State________________ Zip __________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ Sales Rep’s Phone:______________________

HELP WANTED CLASSIFIED DISPLAY $

150

Ad Contact________________________________________ PAYMENT CARD Company_______________________________________________ Purchase Order #BY ______________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________

2555 GAR Highway • Swansea, MA 508-379-0100

LAIRES & SON AUTO SALES

Ad Contact________________________________________ State________________ City______________________________________________ Zip __________________ Please charge my: Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Person Authorized to Approve Payment ____________________________________________________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Ad Contact________________________________________ VISA MASTERCARD AMEX Person Authorized to Approve Payment ___________________________________________________________ City______________________________________________ State________________ Zip __________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Person Authorized to Approve Payment ___________________________________________________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Card # ____________________________ Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Ad Contact________________________________________

We accept CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD Specifications

TECH MECHANIC

Ad Dimensions

Ad Dimensions Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Full Page Bleed Expiration Date: Person Authorized to Approve Payment ___________________________________________________________ Full____________________ Page Bleed Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Ad Dimensions Specifications (specialinstructions instructions at bottom) 10.5”Full widePage x 14” Bleed high 10.5” wide x 14” high (special at bottom) Security CodeAd (CVC): ________________ PAYMENT BY CHECK or CC Dimensions Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ $695 Person Authorized to Approve ___________________________________________________________ 10.5” 14”onhigh Specifications (special Payment instructions at bottom) (Last 3xdigits signature strip) Fullwide Page Bleed $795 Enclose this form (for CC) orAdaFrequency check at _______________________ Ad Size__________________ Full Page Regular $795 10.5” wide x 14” high Specifications (special instructions bottom) Ad Dimensions Telephone_____________________ Fax_____________________ Email ________________________________ Signature: __________________________ 10” wide x 13.5” high made payable to “Motorhead Magazine” $795 FullPage Page Bleed Full Regular Beginning Issue_________________ Ending Issue___________________ Ad Size__________________ Ad Frequency ______________________ Full Page Regular Ad Size__________________ Ad Frequency ______________________ $695 10.5” wide x 14” high Specifications (specialClassifieds instructions at bottom) 10” Dimensions wide x 13.5” Ad CLASSIFIED WORDING: to:Size__________________ Motorhead Magazine Page Regular Ad Ad Frequency ______________________ 10” wide x 13.5” high AmountIssue_________________ Per Ad $_______________ NOTE: This__________________ agreement is for one (1) Half Full Page Horizontal Beginning Ending Issue $795 Full Page13.5” Bleed 10” wide high 9”wide x 6”x high PO Box 8392, Cranston, RI 02920 issue (specified at left).

Ad will need to _____________________ 10.5” wide xRegular 14” high Specifications (special Ad instructions atIssue bottom) Beginning Issue_________________ Ending Issue __________________ Beginning Issue_________________ Ending __________________ $795 $795 FullPage Page Ad Size__________________ Frequency ______________________ Half Horizontal $395 Amount Per Ad $_______________ $795 be renewed each month if desired.

10” wide xx13.5” high 6” high Half9”wide Page Horizontal _____________________ Half Page Vertical Amount Ad $_______________ NamePer On Card _______________________________________________ Beginning Issue_________________ Ending Issue __________________ $795 $495 Half Page Horizontal Full Page Regular Ad Ad Size__________________ Ad Frequency ______________________ 9”wide x 6” high 4.375” wide x 12” high Amount Per $_______________ Name: _____________________________Phone (_____) ________________________ 10” wide xHorizontal 13.5” high Total Per Monthly Cost: $______________ Check Sent Date __________ $495 $395 Half _____________________ 9”wide x 6” high HalfPage Page Vertical Amount Ad $_______________ Name On Card_______________________________________________ Beginning Issue_________________ Ending Issue __________________ $795 9”wide x 6” high 4.375” wide xVertical 12” high Street: __________________________________________________________________ Quarter Page Half Page $ Name On Card_______________________________________________ $495 _____________________ $495 4.375” wide x 6” Total Monthly $______________ Check Sent Date __________ Half Page Horizontal 4.375” wide xhigh 12” high Amount Per AdCost: $_______________ 9”wide x 6” high $225 City:_____________________________ State____________ Zip Code _______________ $495 TotalCard Monthly Cost: $______________ Sent Date Half Page Vertical Quarter Page Code________ Billing ZipCheck Code__________ Exp.__________ ____/____ Name OnSecurity Card_______________________________________________ _____________________ Half Page Vertical $495 4.375” wide xx12” high Name On Card_______________________________________________ 4.375” wide 6” high Sixth Page Quarter Page Email: (for proof) _______________________________________________________ Note: ad We require a Visa, MasterCard or American Express on fileSent which is valid for the period of time indicated 4.375” wide x 3.9” high 4.375” wide x 12” high $495 TotalPlease Monthly Cost: $______________ Check Date __________ $295 Half Page Vertical 4.375” wide x 6” high _____________________ Name On Card_______________________________________________ by the advertising contract. We will not use the card unless you request its use. However, all advertising must be paid $145 Cardupon Security Code________ Billing Zip isCode__________ Exp. 4.375” wide xPage 12” high receipt of invoice.

In the event that the advertisement not paid upon receipt of invoice, the ____/____ credit card will be $295 Quarter Sixth Page $495 Total Monthly Cost: $______________ Check Sent Date __________ charged for the advertising. $495 Eighth Page Total Monthly Cost: Check __________ Card Security Code________ Code__________ Exp. ____/____ _____________________ 4.375” wide x3.9” 6” high Please Note: We require a Visa,$______________ MasterCard orBilling AmericanZip Express on fileSent which is valid Date for the period of time indicated 4.375” wide x high CLASSIFIED WORDING: Sixth Page 4.375” wide x 2.85” high by the advertising contract. We will not use the card unless you request its use. However, all advertising must be paid $295 $195 Quarter Please Note: We requireIna Visa, MasterCard American Express file upon whichreceipt is validoffor the period of time indicated 4.375” wide x Page 3.9” high upon receipt of invoice. the event that theoradvertisement is notonpaid invoice, the credit card will be Quarter Page $95 _____________________ Card Security Code________ Billing Zipyou Code__________ Exp. ____/____ Manager ________________________________________________ by theAccount advertising contract.

We will not use the card unless request its use. However, all advertising must be paid 4.375” wide x 6” high charged for the advertising. ________________________________________________________________________ $195 Sixth Page Eighth Page upon receipt of invoice. In the event that the advertisement is not paid upon receipt of invoice, the credit card will be 4.375” wide x 6” high $1495 Back Cover, IFC, & IBC $295 PleaseClient Note: We require a Visa, MasterCard or American Express on file which is valid for the period of time indicated 4.375”wide wide x2.85” 3.9” high 4.375” high charged for the advertising.

Signature_______________________________Date _______________ _____________________ EighthxPage by the advertising contract.

We will not use the card unless request its use. However, all advertising must be paid Card Security Code________ Billing ZipyouCode__________ Exp. ____/____ ________________________________________________________________________ $195 $295 $150 Sixth Page 4.375” wide x 2.85” high upon receipt of invoice. In the event that the advertisement is not paid upon receipt of invoice, the credit card will be Account Manager ________________________________________________ Client Name (please print)___________________________________ Title _______________________________ Please Weadvertising. require a Visa, MasterCard or American Express on file which is valid for the period of time indicated chargedNote: for the 4.375” wide xPage 3.9” high _____________________ $150 Card Security Code________ Billing Zip Code__________ Exp. ____/____ Eighth $1495 Back Cover, IFC, & IBC by the advertising contract. We will not use the card unless you request its use. However, all advertising must be paid ________________________________________________________________________ Account Manager ________________________________________________ $195 Sixth Page of President/Person Authorized _________________________________________ 4.375” wide x 2.85” high Client Signature_______________________________Date _______________ upon Signature receipt of invoice.

In the event that the advertisement is not to paidApprove upon receiptPayment of invoice, the credit card will be $1495 Back Cover, IFC, & IBC charged for the advertising. $150 Please Note: We________________________________________________________________________ requireSignature_______________________________Date aManager Visa, MasterCard or American Express on file which is valid for the period _____________________ of time indicated Eighth Page 4.375” wide x 3.9” high Client _______________ Account ________________________________________________ Client Name (please print)___________________________________ Title ______________________________ 4.375” x 2.85” SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS _______________________________________________________________ by the advertising contract.

We will not use the card unless you request its use. However, all advertising$1495 must bewide paidCover, Back IFC, high & IBC $195 Client Name (please print)___________________________________ Title ______________________________ Client Signature_______________________________Date upon receipt of ________________________________________________________________________ invoice.

InManager the event________________________________________________ that the advertisement not paid Payment upon_______________ receipt of invoice, the credit card will$150 be Signature of President/Person Authorized tois Approve ________________________________________ Account ____________________________________________________________________________________________ charged for the advertising. $1495 Back Cover, IFC, & IBC Signature of President/Person Authorized to Approve Payment ________________________________________ Client Name (please print)___________________________________ Title ______________________________ Eighth Page ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Client Signature_______________________________Date _______________ SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS _______________________________________________________________ 4.375” wide x 2.85” high Signature of President/Person Authorized to Approve Payment ________________________________________ SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS _______________________________________________________________ Client NameADS (please Title motorheadmag@cox.net ______________________________ SEND TO:print)___________________________________ Mike Poulin Design/Production EMAIL: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

AD SIZE: 4.375” WIDE X 2.25” HIGH

Applicant needs: own transportation, tools, some experience required, attendence maintain.

8-5 Monday-Friday; Saturdays alternate CALL 401-434-0570 • 158 WATERMAN AVE., E. PROV., RI

150

PAUL’S CUSTOM EXHAUST

Paul’s Custom Exhaust, Taunton, MA is seeking a $150 Account Manager ________________________________________________ SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS CUSTOM TECH with experience.

Hours 8am$1495 Back Cover, EXHAUST IFC, CHANGE & IBC OIL SPECIAL SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SEND ADS TO: Mike Poulin Design/Production EMAIL: motorheadmag@cox.net Client Signature_______________________________Date _______________ SEND ADS TO: Mike Poulin Design/Production EMAIL: motorheadmag@cox.net 5pm Mon-Fri. Great fun, friendly and respectable Regularly $25 Client Name (please print)___________________________________ Title ______________________________ SEND ADS TO: Mike Poulin Design/Production EMAIL: motorheadmag@cox.net Up to 5 quarts of SEND ADS TO: Mike Poulin Design/Production EMAIL: motorheadmag@cox.net Signature of President/Person Authorized to Approve Payment ________________________________________ place to work. Call 508-822-1066 Preferred ad format: PDF file Authorized with fonts embedded; allPayment ads full color; also accept .tif .jpg .eps files ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Signature of President/Person to Approve ________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Preferred ad format: PDF file with fonts embedded; all ads full color; also accept .tif .jpg .eps files ________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Preferred ad format: PDF file with fonts embedded; all ads full color; also accept .tif .jpg .eps files ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Preferred ad format: PDF file with fonts embedded; all ads full color; also accept .tif .jpg .eps files Preferred ad format: PDF file with fonts embedded; all ads full color; also accept .tif .jpg .eps files

19

$

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 2| Motorhead Magazine - April_______________________________________________________________ 2020 CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________

99

Plus Tax

With this coupon

non-synthetic oil

1 I

rt

06 PJOJIAN’S SVT COBRA 16 THE INCREDIBLE HULK MORE POWER ON RACE GAS 3 ADDRESSING THE CORONA-VIRUS28 PANDEMIC 08 13-16 YEAR OLDS RACING 20 THE 2015 CORVETTE Z06 30 OUTLAW RUN 104ROB’S 22 SCHELLER’S 32 SNOW BLIND 1965CRUISIN’ LOVE BUG ATRANSMISSION CONVERSATION WITH BRUCE PALMER 12 SUPER PRO SILVERADO 24 2015 NE AUTO SHOW 36 WHAT’S ON YOUR SHELF?

6 CINNAMON FRIST MONTEREY

9 “APRIL FOOLING EVERYONE”

06

13 1956 BUICK SPECIAL

Reader’s Ride 15 STREET SHOTS: SOUTHERN NH UNDERCAR Jay Pjojian’s Immaculate SVT COBRA

22

16 UPDATE: MY 2009 Z06 CORVETTE

COVER STORY V-Dub Love: Scheller’s 1965 Love Bug

22 FUTURE BURNERS: THE NEXT GENERATION

10

28 COVER STORY: ‘48 CHEVY FLEETMASTER SURVIVOR

12

24

33 JIM WEICHERDING’S KID’S COLORING PAGE Super Pro Silverado 2015 North East Auto Show 34 THOMPSON SPEEDWAY UPDATE Brian Khoury’s 8 Second Hauler She’s Back! : The 2015 Z28 36 ED DAY 2020 Contributing Writers

44 READERS RIDES: JIM GILLIS’ 2003 FORD MUSTANG Louis Cicerone Dave Messere Mike Verdolotti

Managing Editor RUN Lauryn Pontiac-Vernancio 45 OUTLAW James Weicherding

James Weicherding Ed Yessaian

48 CLASSIC AUTO APPRAISAL OFFERS ADVICE Managing Editor George Arakelian, Jr.

We value and appreciate our readers, advertisers and their customers, and our distribution network. For our advertisers we hope to be able to provide your business with the means to help create new customers as the economy comes back strong.

Please stay safe and healthy and follow the directions of the health and public officials monitoring this ever changing situation. Again, thank you for your business and loyalty.

24 PROJECT SILVER SURFER

Founder, Publisher and Editor

The current circumstances surrounding the corona-virus COVID-19, and recommendations from all health officials involved in trying to contain this virus and stop the spread to protect the health of our community has altered our lives but we are all looking forward to a brighter future.

We greatly appreciate your continued support as we all struggle to work through this as a community.

18 POPCORN CAT

OF MONT MONTH TH 32BUSINESS A MOTORHEAD PRAYER Rob’s Transmission

To our readers, advertisers, and distribution network:

Our decision to publish during this unprecedented time is to provide you with a diversion from the day to day reminders of the reality that is sweeping across the world, but we will pull together and come out of this stronger.

Lou Cicerone, Publisher

NARRAGANSETT AUTO REPAIR FOREIGN & DOMESTIC AUTO & TRUCK REPAIRS & SERVICE COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS • A/C SERVICE

RI INSPECTIONS • TOWING

Distribution

Mid State Delivery 50 DIY OR PROFESSIONAL DETAILING? Art Director and Designer Henry Collins

54 SUBSCRIBE TODAY Account Managers James Weicherding - 401 340 5471 Louis Cicerone - 401 965 9012 George Arakelian, Jr. - 401 946 0010

55 CLASSIFIED SECTION

56 ADVERTISER DIRECTORY

Founder, Publisher and Editor Louis Cicerone Account Executive Elissa DeLuca Advertising Sales Rep Ricki McPeake

For Advertising Info Louis Cicerone - 401-965-9012

© Copyright 2014 Motorhead Magazine, LLC. “Motorhead is not liable for failure to publish and advertisment or for typographic errors published L_JLW[ MVY [OL JVZ[ VM [OH[ WVY[PVU VM [OL HK ZWHJL ^P[OPU ^OPJO [OL LYYVYZ ÄYZ[ HWWLHYLK 4V[Vrhead reserves the right to refuse advertising or editorial submissions for any reason. The entire contents of Motorhead Magazine is copyrighted and may not be reproduced.

visit us at www.getmotorhead.com | 5

Contributing Writers George Arakelian, Jr. Jimmy Cazzani John Conti Joe DiTraglia Mike Gallo Rob May Tom McCarthy Dave McClain Dave Messere James Weicherding Ed Yessaian Xander Anthony Yessaian Distribution Mid State Delivery

Let Us Handle Your Check Engine Light Problems

57 GREENHILL STREET • WEST WARWICK, RI 02893

401-822-4465 • 401-497-4465

© Copyright 2020 Motorhead Magazine, LLC Motorhead is not liable for failure to publish an advertisement or for typographic errors published except for the cost of that portion of the ad space within which the errors first appeared.

Motorhead reserves the right to refuse advertising or editorial submissions for any reason.

The entire contents of Motorhead Magazine is copyrighted and may not be reproduced.

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 3

A Conversation with “CRUISIN’ BRUCE PALMER”

By JIM WEICHERDING

The car show and cruise night season is here; or is it? The answer is “Yes!” It might be delayed, but it’s still here. The Coronavirus may have stalled the start of the car show and cruise night season but it hasn’t ended it. Not by a long shot!

Normally, we start attending these weekly and weekend events during the month of April. It’s not the official start of the Car Show and Cruise Night Season. That officially begins and kicks into high gear on Memorial Day Weekend across New England. Then, and only then, does the hobby find a place in our daily lives as a whole.

Pockets of automotive event start-ups and a few weekend gatherings in the month of April is not the start of our Car Show Season. It’s the end of May. June, traditionally, the kids get out of school for the summer break. We see a lot more kids attending weekly cruise nights starting in June through the month of August every single year. They may attend weekend car shows earlier but we rarely see them attend cruise nights during the week during the regular school year.

I recently had a conversation with my good friend, Car Show DJ and Cumulus Broadcasting Radio DJ on The Pike 100 FM in Worcester, Massachusetts, Cruisin’ Bruce Palmer. We talked about how much negative news and feedback we are all dealing with right now and the impact it is having on our Classic Car and Truck Culture and Car Show and Cruise Night Hobby. Some

(401) 295-7360

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR NOT-NOTCH POWER EQUIPMENT RESTORE YOUR POWERBOAT OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT MARINE PWC • GENERATORS 953 Slocum Road . Saunderstown, RI 02874 4| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

people are already calling it a season. They say it’s over before it even got started. We both disagree with that notion.

It’s April folks! It’s not even summer time yet and won’t be for three more months.

Jim: “So Cruisin Bruce. What’s your overall reaction regarding this upcoming car show and cruise night season?”

Cruisin’ Bruce: “It’s going to affect our earlier sporadic shows and cruise nights during the Cruisin’ Bruce Palmer month of April but it’s way too early to cancel the entire season because of this Coronavirus situation. We have many more months left during the season and delaying some event starts in the month of April and maybe even early May won’t end the entire season.”

Jim:“How do you think this will impact the classic car and truck hobby regarding outdoor events such as weekend classic car and truck shows including weekly cruise nights?”

Cruisin’ Bruce: “I see a lot of positives right now with our automotive enthusiasts in general. They realize there might be some delays over the next couple of months with events cancellations and postponements buts this is to be expected during a virus epidemic. We have never as a nation dealt with anything like this before.”

Jim: “Is it safe to say that with a positive attitude towards are current situaContinued Next Page

The 2015 North East Auto Show

automotive enthusiasts, and people in general, will really appreciate what we recently lost and come out to these businesses and restaurants a lot more than they did in the past.

This could help us in a positive way instead of a negative way.

Jim: “I’m thinking on the lines, (You don’t know what you’ve got until you lose it). We lost our freedom to come and go where we please due to the Coronavirus and we are not supposed to have physical contact with almost nobody that is outside or our immediate family. Stay at Home! No Contact! Social Distancing! This is a nightmare for human beings. Especially, automotive enthusiasts that have suffered through a winter long hiatus from our friends and hobby. Now we can’t even get together and attend the venues and events that we love. This is more than just a hobby. This is a lifestyle. I miss that. I’m sure everyone living the car guy and gal culture is missing it too. Where do you see this going in the next month or two?”

She’s Back! : The 2015 Z28 tion that we should come out of this on a high note instead of a low note?

Cruisin’ Bruce: “I’m hoping that is the case just like many of us are hoping this ends soon and ends on a high note. I don’t want this epidemic to limit or reduce our automotive passion and enthusiasm. I don’t want to see people just throw in the towel and not to attend these events because they think it’s over for an entire season. It’s far from being over.

It’s just starting.”

Cruisin’ Bruce: “Hopefully, in the right direction. I’m hoping that we all come out of this healthy and safe and really appreciate this automotive culture and car show hobby with a sense of enthusiasm and passion. We are only starting this car show season right now but I’m sure there are Jim:“What affect will this have on our charitable causes and our efforts to a lot of enthusiasts out there with a bad case of cabin fever right now help raise funding for these charity groups and organizations?” wanting to take their rides out to an area car show and cruise night. Get together with friends. Enjoy some social networking instead of social Cruisin’ Bruce: “It will definitely hurt our efforts to help raise money for distancing. It’s going to happen. Not right away, but it will happen. charities. Initially, not entirely. Like I said, we have many months left Lauryn “Hotwheels” Pontiac-Vernancio Hopewith to see everyone soon.” was produced, but it also brought it a whole new very four wheel anti-lock disc brakes and there are ahead of us for our car shows and cruise nights this season.”

Multimatic DSSV dampers. A dual-mode performance version of retro-fitted power.

Jim: “Thanks a lot buddy. Stay healthy tobut seewill you at a exhaust givesand thestay car asafe. niceHope rumble surely Jim:“I’m worried about all of car show and cruise night host businesses and weekend show soon.”

This new version of the original bad boycar holds a or weekly notcruise causenight any headaches.

The car is lubricated restaurants. It bothers me a lot that these establishments could be strugThe weekend of the North East Auto Show was whopping 7.0 V8 engine (firing off at 505 horsepower by a dry sump oiling system and has a standard gling duewith to the and postponed weekend Carpounds Showsof torque) that is pulled forward intriguing newcancellations models introduced from all makes andClassic 481 foot track-designed cooling system that is liquid to liquid and weekly Cruise What dowith youusthink dospeed to help them TR6060 transmission and a to say the least.

WhatNights. really hit home was we the should between the oil lubrication, the transmission, and by all a six TREMEC If you are looking for car show and cruise night updates during this Coronathrive this virus all newduring 2015 Camaro Z28epidemic? on the showroom floor. Not rear wheel drive high performance TORSEN helical differential.

The chassis is rolled off by nineteen inch virus epidemic, please visit; www.CruisinBruce.com Cruisin’ Bruce changes only did it bring back memories from when it was first limited-slip differential. Braking power is far from forged aluminum wheels with high performance Pirelli and updates his website with area Car & Truck Shows and Cruise Nights Cruisin’ Bruce: “That’s a great question Jim. when this crisiscarbon-ceramic introduced in 1967 when the Chevrolet Camaro firstHopefully obsolete with Brembo performance PZeroTrofeo R “summer only” tires. information often. is behind us and we find some relative normalcy in our lives that more

Some Of Our Specialty Motorsport Services Include • Complete Automotive Machine • Engine Machining • Boring & Honing • Piston & Rod Work • Clutches & Flywheels

• Full Blueprinting Services • Balancing • Complete Head Work • Align Boring &UDQNVKDIW 3ROLVKLQJ 0LFUR¿QLVK

50 Clorane Street, Warwick, RI

(401) 732-3505

24 | Motorhead Magazine - March 2015

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 5

CINNAMON FROST MONTEREY

By ROB MAY

Central California Mercury Club CCMC reaches out to Columbus Ohio to find this Cinnamon Frost 1967 Monterey Fastback owned by David Clark. He previously owned a Mustang 5.0 GT, and a Lincoln LSC before he bought this Mercury in 1999. “I was looking for an older car after selling the Lincoln. My friend, Pat Umbaugh and I were hanging out. At the time, he had a 66 Galaxie XL with the 7-liter motor, anyway, we looked awhile and finally he found this car in a magazine in New York. I really didn’t like it all that much, but after looking for months at cars for 7,8,10 grand that needed another 10 grand in work; I decided to check this out. So, New York we went, after seeing it, and negotiating the price to 3500, I had to buy it.”

The Mercury’s original 390 motor and C6 trans were both rebuilt. A year later, the front end was freshened up with Nick Wills put it back together and fine-tuned it upon re-install.” SMITH BROS motor sports in Groveport Ohio did all the machine work, as in re-coned the rods, polished the crank, and did some extensive head work. “We changed the cam to a .515/.520 lift, had it nitrated for longer service, and installed a holly street avenger 670 carb. It is a notch or two upgraded and runs like a champ.”

all new everything. In 2017, the rear end went out, so it was replaced with a new assembly from Speedway Motors. “Mark Potter, a.k.a. NASCAR Mark, and I put the rear end in the Monterey.” Then the bumpers, door handles and mirror on it were all rechromed.

“The late Tom Folk built the first motor, it lasted about 22,000 miles. After the cam went out, the motor was pulled with the help of my friend Russ Miller.

6| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

David, a member of the International Mercury Owners Association IMOA, drives his Mercury every day after work if not raining.

“It is a cool car. With the 3.50 gear the Monterey is pretty quick now (it used to have a 3.00). On a cool summer night, you could float down the freeway doing 120 with only a 1/2 inch of pedal, then put it to the floor and feel it climb up to who knows, 130 140 and just float...like a big ole boat. It is a one of a kind. I’ve never in 11 years seen another one in person, maybe once a year one will come up on eBay.”

with visual enhancements coming from only a handful of tasteful modifications. A Saleen S281 spoiler replaces the factory pedestal spoiler and 18 inch Steeda Pentar wheels shine brilliantly at each corner.

Bringing New Life to Old d Metal Meta

401 946 6888 TOM’S LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT

380 Atwood Avenue, Cranston RI

1055 East Main Road • Portsmouth, RI 401-683-0002

POWDERCOATING services includes cleaning, sandblasting, with ith rust inhibitor. we provide quick turnaround at a very reasonable onable price.

CERAKOTE HIGH TEMPERATURE CERAMIC RAMIC COATINGS

We Sell and Service the Complete line of John Deere LawnCAR & Garden Equipment YOUR OFFICIAL MUSCLE

Nothing Runs Like A Deere®

applied in house and is capable of withstanding temperatures up to 1800 degrees. perfect for headers, exhaust manifolds and pipes.

SANDBLASTING we do anything from small parts to full vehicles.

GET YOUR CARBURETOR TUNED UP PROPERLY Pickup & Delivery • Service • Repair WHAT WE COAT

Your Dealer Alternative for a Fast Professional Oil Change Hours: Monday - Friday 8-6 and Saturday 8-5

Residential Zero Turn Mower

Full Service Auto Repair & Maintenance | Inspection Station Brakes | A/C | Cooling System | Tune Up’s & More

Brakes General Services Undercar Services Transmission Services Heavy-Duty Services Utility Tractors Commercial Stand On Heating and Cooling Services Electronic Services Mower Towing Electrical Services Internal Engine Services Miscellaneous Services

WWW.TOMSLAWNANDGARDEN.COM

6 | Motorhead Magazine - March 2015

PERFECTLY DESIGNED TO FIT WHERE YOU NEED IT AND FULFILL ALL YOUR COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTS

NEW

C-Series

industrial fabrication

motorcycle frames, wheels & parts

metal fencing and railings

atv vehicle frames & parts

retail displays & fixtures

bicycle frames & parts

patio furniture

antique metal furniture

anything metal that will fit in our oven

401 578 4016

acepowdercoatingri.com

75 Western Industrial Drive, Unit F, Cranston, RI 02921

Joe Cal, President

• Energy Efficient • Quiet - 68dba • 230/460 volt, 3 phase • Microprocessor control • Multi point measuring and protection of pressure and temperature • E-Stop • RS-485 communication interface function • Seven function maintenance schedule/ monitoring • Full function electrical control for motor protection • Motor overload relay • Phase protection

24 HOUR SERVICE AVAILABLE NOW AVAILABLE:

From 7.5hp to 10hp Single Phase

calsupplycompany.com

Garden Tractor X500

Lawn Tractor S240

automotive frames wheels & parts

259 Macklin St., Cranston, RI 401-946-1300 • 800-431-2212 CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 7

ATTENTION FLEET OWNERS

At S & D Road Service, we provide fleet services that will keep your trucks up and running. Our services include preventative maintenance, air brake systems, transmissions, minor and major engine work, electrical diagnostics, brakes and suspensions, air and electrical systems, lift gate repair and installation, barn and roll-up doors, welding, and state inspections. We specialize in any heavy equipment, heavy duty trucks, light duty trucks and cars.

S &D

Road Service

401-312-0017

9 Whipple Street • Cumberland, RI 02864

SAVE THE TOW CHARGES! 8| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

“April Fooling Everyone” JIM WEICHERDING Ugh! I’ll say it again; Ugh! I’m sure that’s how most of us feel right about now due to the current social distancing orders in affect here in Rhode Island and states across New England and nationwide. We are not used to this by any means and humans are not meant to be secluded and restricted from human to human contact for a long period of time. Unfortunately, for most of us that are not health care workers and essential personnel on the front lines trying to help keep all of us healthy and safer, we are told to just stay at home. Easier said than done.

I have been inundated with questions and requests from a lot of my friends asking me if we could possibly hold a car show somewhere that can be regulated by keeping people in groups of five due to the virus situation. Everyone knows my automotive network is huge and I know a lot about putting on and hosting car shows and cruise nights across the region and New York State. I don’t have those answers.

I only know that we are not supposed to congregate in large groups for any reason whatsoever and I know it’s important because it could potentially put everyone in harm’s way. Not only those automotive enthusiasts that would come to these venues but also

MPE Racing

everyone back at home that are not out mingling with family and friends.

That’s something I don’t want to carry on my back.

I’m not crazy about social distancing and it’s catching up with me too. This is the time of year when we get to meet up with friends again that we have probably not seen since the last car show or cruise night from last season and last fall.

It’s how this all works. We are automotive enthusiasts. We hibernate all winter season and then exit our homes and garages in our rides when spring arrives and start our eight month outdoor events and activities.

The timing for dealing with social distancing is really hurting all of us. Maybe not those couch potatoes that don’t do anything but sit in front of their televisions day and night, but for those of us that are always on the go attending these types of automotive venues this is a big deal. Our rides are parked for awhile and that’s something we will just have to deal with. Hopefully, it’s just temporary.

If it was going to happen, at least it’s happening long before Memorial Day Weekend in the month of May when these automotive events really kick into gear for the summer and fall months across the state and region every year.

Hoping everyone reading this article is healthy and safe and that you stay that way. See you on the road soon. We can’t stay at home forever.

Feeling FeelingStressed, Stressed, Anxious, Anxious,Depressed?

Depressed?

I ICan CanHelp.

Help. ead ead

h Ah A g g

iv n vin

o o MM

263 Broadway • Taunton, MA 02780

508-824-6322

“YOUR HIGH PERFORMANCE MUSTANG SPECIALIST” DYNO TUNING • SUPERCHARGERS TURBOS • REAR END WORK PARTS, SERVICE & INSTALLATION

www.mperacing.com

ee peep

KK

TANYA TANYA SIGNORE SIGNORE

Life Life Coach, Coach, Motivational Motivational Speaker, Speaker, Stress Stress Management Management Consultant Consultant

401-487-9949 401-487-9949 Message Messageme me onon Facebook Facebook Keep Keep Moving Moving Ahead Ahead CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 9

Main Store: Toll Free 888.943.1700 (RI)

Supply Centre, Inc.

Auto Body Coatings & Supplies Basecoats Clearcoats Primers Sealers Abrasives

Sealants Masking Tape Tools & More

4 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT NEW ENGLAND 1155 Park Ave Cranston, RI 401.943.1700

142 Chandler St. Worcester, MA 508.752.9700

163R Merrimac St. Woburn, MA 781.305.4596

485 N. Main St. Norwich, CT 860.885.0700

www.ProvidenceLacquer.net

GO AUTO PERFORMANCE

Building New England’s Baddest Street Cars

HOUSE OF FASTEST GTR OF NEW ENGLAND

In-House Tuning Calibration with All Wheel Drive Dyno for Lamborghini, Ferrari, McLaren & Porsche

30 E Hollis Street • Nashua, NH 03060 • (603) 882-9600 10| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

FOR SALE • FOR SALE • FOR SALE

1933 PLYMOUTH COUPE CHOPPED

383 Stroked, 671 Blower, Dual Quads, 700R4 Transmission, Ford 9 Inch Rear End, 411 Gears, All Custom Interior, Powder Coated Frame.

$47,500

Call Terry at 401-258-9651 16 Pulpit Rock Road Unit 3 Pelham, NH 03076

By Appointment Call or Text

978-930-1004

specialtymotorcars.net

A Passion for Cars

I BUY 80’s & 90’s LUXURY CARS

I started out in this world as a kid who loved everything with wheels. Over the years I have gone from collecting hubcaps and hood ornaments, to chasing some beautiful low mileage automobiles. My passion is Cadillacs, Buicks, Lincolns, and other full size domestic cars. But I will not turn anything down that is interesting and makes you look twice. Hopefully we share the same passion, and you will take a look around. I have bought and sold many cars over the years, and just like you there were some I can look back on and say “I wish I kept that one”. Well I have over the years in fact kept some of those cars, and that has built the collection I have today. So please explore my website, see what I have going on in current inventory, check out some of my sold cars, or step foot right in my warehouse and see what makes the cut to stay right here with me. - Anthony Gozzo

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 11

WE TUNE GM, FORD & MODERN HEMI

High Performance Parts Same Day Availability on Parts (Most Applications) Truck Accessories High Performance Engine Building

• Installation & Service Nitrous Refills • VP Racing Fuels • Dynapack Chassis Dyno Specializing in American Muscle Cars

3145 Post Road, Warwick RI (401) 737-7932

Polished

PERFECTION

PATCH-IT Asphalt Paving • Seal Coating

New Asphalt Construction Excavation and Removal Trucking & Bobcat work Residential Asphalt Driveways Small to Medium Commercial Parking Lots and Driveways Sealcoating & Crack Filling/ Pothole Repair Stone Driveways Line Striping

AUTO DETAILING

25 YEARS RECONDITIONING EXPERIENCE

Shampoo & Steam Clean Interiors Clean Engine Compartments Very Competitive Prices

Peter Guest Office: 401-785-9693 Cell: 401-996-6090

Free Estimates Lic#14534 www.pipaving.com

WEST VER AUTO SALVAGE Used Auto Parts & Recycling

Specializing in

WETSANDING & BUFFING

WE PICK UP AND DELIVER Call Mike for a quote at 401-999-1095

12| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

We Have You Covered!

Whether you’re coming in for a new motor, bumper, or new lights, we promise that you will be completely satisfied with your replacement parts.

We provide a 6-month warranty on all our products to ensure your peace of mind.

Cleaner Side of Salvage 800-358-5100 Thewestoverautosalvage.com

1956 BUICK SPECIAL

By JED GREEKE Paintworks Unlimited is known for our high end muscle cars we send out the door, whether it is a Mustang, Camaro, Road runner or GS, we have you covered. It is no secret that we are Buick enthusiast and over the years have worked on many, but none have had us as excited as this 1956 Buick Special! When we first went to look at it we thought we were headed to a storage bin to find a 1955, to our surprise it was a very nice 56!

As you can see from the untouched interior floor, this car

We are excited about the two tone paint and cannot wait to see the finished project, new rims and tires will be added otherwise a completely stock appearance will be kept. was primarily rust free! With just over 4,000 miles on the odometer, we are excited to bring it back to its former glory.

At the time of these pictures, all metal work, body and paint work has been completed. Unfortunately the 322 motor had to be ripped apart and re-assembly should be starting soon.

We are currently looking for a front bench seat; please give us a call if you have a lead ďż˝ 603-749-7536 CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 13

Family owned, serving New England since 1932 • • • • • • •

Highest standards for quality workmanship Attention to detail Rapid turnaround on every job State of the art modern equipment Computer aided paint system Excellent staff and expertise Jobs completed to 100% customer satisfaction MENTION THIS AD and receive a complete Check us reconditioning service on your vehicle out on with qualifying repair work

401-725-5261

BEFORE

AFTER

24 HOUR TOWING, 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM SERIOUS COLLISION REPAIRS TO MINOR DENTS AND SCRATCHES FROM PROFESSIONAL DETAILING TO CUSTOM REFINISHING HAIL DAMAGE AND PAINTLESS DENT REPAIR EXPERTS ON STAFF QUALITY PRE-OWNED VEHICLES

396 Broad Street • Cumberland, Rhode Island

lley WarWick Oil VaFUEL INC. lic. #444

lic. #345

Family Owned & Operated ~ Paul Petrozzi, Owner

Rims Fenders Frames Complete Cars Auto Parts Call or Email For More Information

401-823-8113 1343 Main Street West Warwick, RI • 24 Hour Service • Radio Dispatched

• LIHEAP Vendor • Same Day Deliveries

Give every restoration project a strong foundation with quality blast cleaning. This is not the place to cut corners. Going back is not an option once the vehicle is painted.

Plastic media blasting allows the gentle removal of all primer and finish paints from your car’s body. No pitting. No warping.

Call 401.231.5025

INTER-CITY CONTRACTING, INC. 127 Limerock Road, Smithfield RI 02917

14| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

www.intercitycontracting.com blasting@intercitycontracting.com

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Smitty’s AUTO SERVICE, Inc. • Under Car Specialist • Alignments, Tires • Suspension and Brake Service

3rd Generation In Business 60 Years

68 Gervais St., Coventry, RI 401-821-3220

STREET SH TS

SOUTHERN NH UNDERCAR

Photos provided by Dan Christopher CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 15

Update: My 2009 ZO6 Corvette

By MIKE GALLO

Well it looks like you guys are back! And I’m very thankful for it. I hope everybody is doing well and being safe with this Coronavirus outbreak. I’m sure many of you are absolutely bored to tears and are looking for things to do. So, this article should keep you occupied for a little bit.

As you guys know I have been gathering parts for my 2009 ZO6 Corvette. I picked up a set of American Racing full length 2 inch headers with matching 3 inch x pipe for my car. This install is kind of tough so I had my great friend of many years, Ray Leathers of RKL PERFORMANCE in West Warwick RI, do the work.

My car has a dry-sump oiling system so it makes installing these exhaust components a little bit more tricky. But of course it was no problem for Ray. Once the car was on the lift Ray took off my factory exhaust manifolds and catalytic converters and also my Corsa 3 inch x pipe. Next he drained the oil and removed the dry-sump oil lines that go to the oil pan. Once that was done he also had to remove the starter.

With a little bit of persuasion he managed to get the passenger side header up into its location.

Now, moving on to the drivers side seemed a little more difficult as Ray had to take the oil cooler off the side of the block, and with a little bit of time and prying the driver’s header was up in place. Ray is also very tedious in his work and used stainless steel allen bolts to fasten the headers to the heads which makes the install look that much more professional.

After reinstalling all of the components, it was time to install the O2 sensor harness extensions and, once again, Ray did an unbelievable job of hiding all of the wiring. Now that the headers were in place Ray installed the 3 inch x pipe and bolted it in after making sure it was perfectly straight and looking sanitary.

A little background on these headers from AMERICAN RACING...

These particular headers and x pipe are regarded as some of the best in the industry for not only Corvettes but for many other vehicles. The headers I used had 2 inch primaries with 3 inch merge collectors which are supposed to make the most power and torque. These are all 304 stainless steel and of course are made in the good old U.S.A. You get what you pay for and these will run you around $2,300 dollars or so with shipping. Ouch!!! But well worth it.

Back to the install. After Ray double checked all of his connections and bolts the car was brought down off the lift so he could go into my power-train control module (PCM) via his laptop with HP TUNERS and gave the car some needed new parameters to make sure no check engine lights came on.

After that was all set Ray tackled the install of my new LINGENFELTER 160 degree thermostat to get the car to run a little cooler.

Ray proceeded to drain my antifreeze and take out the necessary bolts to the thermostat housing and before I knew it the car was getting refilled with vital fluids and that much closer to start up time.

Now I was getting itchy... not because of some weird disease, mind you... lol... but itching to hear my car run after the new exhaust 16| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

components. When I was given the thumbs up to let her rip I did so with a smile on my face like a little kid getting to eat some cake!!

The car instantly fired up and was noticeably much louder and even more raspy sounding. I couldn’t believe my ears as it sounded much better. And no check engine light at all. Whew!!!

It was great watching Ray from RKL PERFORMANCE work so professionally and in a timely manner. I couldn’t be happier with his work and extreme eye for detail… definitely one of the best in the business.

Well, I think it’s time for me to get this thing on the road and enjoy the new melody exiting the tailpipes.

Stay tuned for next month’s installment of this project as RKL PERFORMANCE will be tuning the car to get the most power out of it.

So to all of you MOTORHEADS please stay safe with this craziness going on.

Until next time my brothers and sisters keep the wheels spinning!!! Over and out!

• Metal Fabrication • Custom Exhaust Work • Machining • Tuning • Engine Rebuilding • Frame Work

324 Main Street | Wilmington, MA 01887

FULL CUSTOM BUILDS MILD TO WILD!

978-267-4197

Facebook: kecustoms Instagram: @kecustoms

Classic Car Restoration Specialists Hours: Monday- Friday 8am- 5pm Saturday & Sunday - Closed

401-254-1111

15 Gooding Avenue, Bristol, RI HEADLIGHT RESTORATION

BEFORE

AFTER

WE PICKUP AND DELIVER

Street Car Solutions is a full service repair shop located in South Grafton, MA. Opened in the summer of 2018 after an extensive rehab of the building, it is now a clean enjoyable place to bring your car for any type of repair.

Street Car Solutions specialize in performance modifications, electrical diagnostics and repair as well as all general mechanical repairs.

We sell and install performance parts and aftermarket accessories of all types.

Working on classic cars is also one of our specialties.

290 Providence Road, South Grafton, MA

508-839-7071

Automotive Paint Correction • Detailing

Open Monday thru Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-1:00pm CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 17

POPCORN CAT

By ROB MAY

Found prowling around The Little Popcorn Store in Wheaton, IL, this 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible is owned Greg Jones, an incurable Motorhead. Rob May of Central California Mercury Club CCMC has family ties to the best popcorn place in the world. He relays this Cat’s story: Greg’s wife is supportive of his affliction with cars. They have been married for 20 years and have three great teenagers; Brad, Erica, and Danielle. Greg owns an insurance agency, Goosehead Insurance. He focusses on protecting the assets and lifestyles of his clients, many of whom are collector car enthusiasts. “After 27 years in the personal insurance industry, I am fortunate to be able to combine my vocation and expertise in insurance, with my avocation and passion for collector cars. I enjoy serving others as my clients who have this similar passion for all things automotive!”

Greg’s first car at the age of 16, shortly after he was licensed, was a red ‘72 Cougar Convertible. “That lasted for a year, until I gravitated towards the styling of the ’69 Cougar. So, I traded my ‘72 Convertible for a ‘69 XR7 Hardtop, dressed as an Eliminator – in Orange. Far from discreet, that led to local law enforcement knowing me by sight, and by name within the six months. I have been hooked on Cougars (and a few other Fords) ever since.” Greg has owned 5 Cougars over the years including his current ‘69 XR7 Convertible.

set of reproduction Shelby 10-spoke wheels and BFG Radial TAs, which I feel complete the package nicely! These wheels are the same style wheels that were sold over the Ford and Mercury dealers’ parts counters as part of the “Sharpen Your Cougar’s Claws” after-market parts advertising efforts.”

Greg says his Cat is a treat to drive. “We logged a 500-mile round trip last year to Auburn IN for the 50-year celebration of the 1969 cougar without any drama or mechanical issues. The Mercury took second in our class at that show, and we really enjoyed getting the car out to stretch its legs! Most of all, it was great being there with like-minded Cougar owners!”

This Cougar grabbed Greg’s attention immediately with its striking white paint, black interior and black top combination. “The white shows off the Cougar’s body lines nicely, accentuating the unique “bounce line” of the ’69 and ’70 Cougars nicely. It’s always been one of my favorite features and angles of the car.”

The enjoyment that the Cat brings others while out is what Greg really enjoys the most about the Cougar. “Just having the car on the road, or even parked while we’re in having a drink or dinner allows others to enjoy some of the history of what cars were really all about back then. Sharing the Cat with others brings us joy, and hopefully serves to inspire a few young kids (and perhaps some older ones alike) to follow their passion, join the hobby, and to simply have an appreciation of these cars! We take the Cougar to shows, but tend to enjoy cruise-ins more, seeing as how it’s more of a driver for us.

We’re members of the International Mercury Owners Association (IMOA)!”

There was a five-year stretch in his life where Greg went without a “fun” car. “I began my search for our Cougar. I looked for a few years before I finding the right one. I knew what I wanted, and envisioned a driver-quality car, and one I could live seeing ice cream or crushed Oreos spilled on the seats as the kids grew up. I found this Cougar in Wisconsin in 2011, and believe we are the third owners.”

This 51-year-old Cougar was sold new at Merlin Motors in Camden, NJ on April 10, 1969, and the Cat spent most of its life out East, fortunately used as for fair weather driver. It has 116k original miles, and the 351 Windsor mated to the FMX 3-spd auto trans were both rebuilt at 100k. The car is largely stock, with only the addition of a four-barrel Holley 650 from the original 2-barrel configuration. A ’68 XR7-G Shift handle highlights the mostly original interior. The front end was been rebuilt with lowering springs, and a “Shelby Drop” of the upper control arms freshens up the factoryoptioned heavy-duty suspension package. “Those changes give it a more aggressive stance, and much better handling. I topped off the look with a 18| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

DIESEL

Rhode Island’s Largest Window and Gutter Cleaningg se service!

Est. 1930

A&A Window Cleaning provides service to residential esidential and commercial customers throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts and New England where we serve 7,500 homes and businesses each year.

Interior/Ex Interior/Exterior Storm Windows Wind Mirro Mirrors Gutters C Co Cons Construction onstr nstr ns tructi truc uccti u tion ion on C Clean-Up lean le lean an Up an-U C Ce Ceiling eili iling F il Fans ans Window Sills Skylights Chandeliers Scre Screens

Give us a call today and let us help simplify your life and make your Rhode Island Home more beautiful today! 401-944-8877 info@aawindowcleaning.com

HIGH PERFORMANCE

CUSTOM BUILT TRANSMISSIONS

We Can Fix or Build All Your Needs or Dreams

FULL FABRICATION

PARTS SALES & AVAILABILITY - ALL TYPES

CUSTOM TUNING • TRANNY UPGRADES

Super $24.Pro Payroll starting at:

Rubbish Removal - Container Service Industrial - Commercial - Residential

49 Winter Drive, Seekonk, MA

(508) 336-7125

99

Brian Khoury’s 8 Second Hauler Integration with QuickBooks® and other accounting software packages available.

Ed Yessaian

Paintworks Unlimited is located at HotRod City: 99 Oak Street Dover, NH 03820 • 603-749-7536

Performance & Truck Repair

Paintworks Unlimited is a full service shop offering everything from ground up restorations to minor repairs, maintenance and everything in between. Engine detailing, drive train upgrades, customizing paint maintenance and repairs. You name it, we can handle it. We also stock a full line of speed parts and accessories.

If it’s got a motor and burns fuel we will work on it!

Phone: 401.300.2345

There are certain guys at the track that a whole lot of people seem to look up to.

Email: info@nepayroll.com Those certain people, when you look at the “big picture”, just seem to have the perfect life. Everything just seems to have fallen into place for them, and when they have a great personality to go with all that good luck, you’re really happy to see them doing well and enjoying life. Brian Khoury is one of those guys that seem to be living it up and he deserves every minute of it. He owns a very successful electrical business called Power Technologies, has a beautiful wife, two healthy children, and a gorgeous home in Londonderry, NH. The biggest bonus in that equation is that his wife Karri races too, along with his two sons who are currently in the New England Dragway Junior dragster program. Karri used to join me in the Street Eliminator class with her Mustang, but ever since she got a taste of driving Brian’s 8 second 1994 Chevrolet Silverado, she went all out, got licensed to run the

www.nepayroll.com CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 19

860 Landry Ave. No. Attleboro, MA

W ENGLAND NE

DOUG REINBOLD

508-695-0314

www.ReinboldInsurance.com

DR

Y S T RIP PI N G

PERFORMANCE COATINGS • PAINT & RUST REMOVAL

Automobile Homeowners • Umbrella • Flood Commercial • Classic & Antique Cars • Boats Your Personal Service Insurance Agency NOVA... Done!

We’re Car Guys . . .

. . . Like You, We Build, Restore & Race Our Own Cars!

Let Us Assist In The First Step Of Your Restoration With The Knowledge, Respect & Passion Your Project Deserves!

ALL UNDER ONE ROOF •

MIL-SPEC PLASTIC & ALUMINUM OXIDE MEDIAS POWDER COATING

• EPOXY PRIMING • CUSTOM BURN OFF OVEN •

CNC MACHINING • WELDING & FABRICATION

171 Spring Hill Road, Trumbull, CT 06611 • 203-268-7088 sales@drystripping.com • www.drystripping.com

Miranda’s Auto Repair 73 Russe St., Cranston, RI 401-451-3773

Specializing in...

Hot Rod Cars & Trucks ‘95 & ‘96 Impala Super Sports Fabrication & Exhaust Work

Quality Auto Repair Work After 25 years of working on vehicles, we still have a passion for what we do.

Competitive Collision “We Want Your Body”

RESTORATION SPECIALISTS

BUMPER REPAIR SPECIAL!

BEFORE

AFTER

150

Custom Paint $ Work00

General Collision Repair + Tax Insurance Work Established 1982 License # 2010 Specializing in Exotic Cars 773 FRONT STREETCars and Muscle Some restrictions may apply. See Competitive Collision for details.

WOONSOCKET, RI 02895

3066 Post Road Warwick, RI | (401) 738-3440 401-767-2125

20| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

&Žƌ dŚĞ hůƟŵĂƚĞ WůĞĂƐƵƌĞ džƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ

Stop by to see our girls

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 21

Future Burners The Next Generation of Muscle Car Enthusiasts

By XANDER YESSAIAN One of the best parts of the Beantown Burners Muscle Car Club is that it is one of the most family friendly groups in existence today. Whether they’re meeting for Sunday morning donuts or hanging at the Club President’s house for garage night, they always make us kids feel welcome. And for a good reason too, we are the future of the Muscle Car hobby. While you hear people saying that automotive activities are dying down, I think it’s the exact opposite.

There’s never been a better time to build, cruise, and enjoy a classic car.

According to my Dad, Motorhead writer Ed Yessaian, you used to have to crawl around junkyards and troll paper classified ads, then experiment with swaps and components. Today we have unfathomable resources available to us that our Muscle Car forefathers could never have imagined. You could literally build an entire car with the click of a mouse, after Googling your swap to

find millions of people who have done the same process and offered their insights on the process. This is a huge savings in time in money if you’re careful in what information you follow, considering it’s the internet and there’s still that handful of self-proclaimed experts I like to call Keyboard Quarterbacks. All things considered, we have grown up with computers and are quite savvy in navigating the huge pool of resources our Dad’s never had. In addition, we are the children of Motorheads, so we have also grown up in garages, drag strips, cruise nights, and parts stores. We have learned to appreciate the “build it, don’t buy it” mentality. A few of us even have cars already (or are 22| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Continued Next Page

used as excuses when our Dads buy something and say it is for us). We will grow up working hard and playing hard but this will help build our self-confidence and independence.

Whether we’re a racer, a car show enthusiast, or a little of both, we will also encounter hundreds, if not thousands of simply awesome people. As my Dad looks forward to the beginning of my Junior Dragster career, he constantly raves about my “racing family”. These are the amazing people that I spend all my weekends at New England Dragway with. These are people that help each other, love each other, and enjoy each other’s successes. Relationships like this also exist in Car Clubs such as our Beantown Burners. Whether you need tools, parts, an extra set of hands, a trailer, or even a warm garage to work in (Thanks Nick), The guys and girls in this club are always there for you. Even if you’ve put on a few extra pounds and need Dave and Danielle to jab you into exercising again, this Club is an awesome group of people.

At three years old it’s hard to believe how many friends I have made within the automotive community but these are LIFELONG friends that I will cherish and enjoy. While I may not know exactly what the future holds for me, I have overheard my Dad recently talking about building me a LS powered S10 pickup, but tomorrow he could be back to trying to convincing my mother I need

a Buick Turbo T-Type. By the time I’m sixteen, I could actually have a whole fleet of my own. Of course, with my Dad you never know. But as always- You heard it here first- Xander Y- OUT!!

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 23

I want toand go cruising attend allshows kinds of carcruise shows and cruise I want to go cruising attend alland kinds of car and nights when nights when weather is mild and dry before it turns hotLately, and muggy.

Lately, the years the weather isthe mild and dry before it turns hot and muggy. the years have gone from andseasons cool spring intomuggy the hotsummer and muggy summer have gone from rainy and coolrainy spring into seasons the hot and seasons much offora us transition classic and truck, seasons without muchwithout of a transition classicfor carusand truck,car muscle cars muscle cars hot rodstoenthusiasts enjoy both seasons equally. and hot rods and enthusiasts enjoy both to seasons equally.

These cars were regarded as really fast for the

were created in. Don’t get me wrong, hateera espretty thoequick ththey haareetstill they day,and age n o w wcar,sinn hhave hthis aete the a t e t cold tceomldpetreaformtwhat h they are.

The in question I p e r a t ureproject raetsSurfer nicknamed which, of s, uhSilver aintetbooks e, hcomic w inter e course, is named after a Marvelw r m m hero.o Just insight n natlittle tI’mhosagbitaeoflt hso alt oegrether ta hcomic book geek FYI.

Hoping that trend is about to change Hoping that trend is about to change something I think we alllike truly like to this seeyear. happen this year. is something is that I think wethat all truly would to would see happen

This car had been sitting for quite some time

asCar you probably see from some of the withfor high hopes for Show a can better Car Show and Cruise Night Season combined So, with high So, hopes a better and Cruise Night Season combined pictures.

The motor compartment was dull with lowerwe gas prices, we can regain ourand composure andwe smile while we put with lower gas prices, can all regain ourall composure smile while putand clean and shiny rides gear andthe head down the open highways our clean andour shiny classic rides classic into gear andinto head down open highways andheaded back roads the nearest cruising venue forgetting and back roads to theheaded nearesttocruising venue forgetting about what a about what a we just survived to talk and with get together with family and horrible winterhorrible we justwinter survived to talk about and getabout together family and of theseason. new spring season. friends in the friends warmthinofthe thewarmth new spring

Project Silver Surfer

AR SN

Buckle up!spring!

And, c’mon spring!

Buckle up! And, c’mon

MIKE GALLO

star

with

SNOW BLOWERS SNOW BLOWERS STARTING AT STARTING $599 AT $599 GENERATORS GENERATORS STARTING AT STARTING $699 AT $699

very good considering that the car is 33 years old at this point.

So I’m guessing you’re wondering what I’m doing with this 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Z51?

Well, I picked up the car from one of my good friends, Russell, with the intention of bringing it back to life. This car is absolutely bone stock and has only 115,000 original miles on it - which is

Let me explain something to you. When I was 17 years old this car had just come out and I was in absolute love with them. Of course, being a young man with next to no money, it was all a dream to own one.

dirty and full of leaves and some wildlife. The exterior paint no longer had a shine and was dull looking and the interior had seen better days.

But, of course, I’m always up for a challenge.

One of the first things I did was pull out my trusty power washer and powerwash the entire car SALES REPAIR SALES to get all ofAND the REPAIR built-upAND leaves, dirt and debris with FINANCING AVAILABLE AVAILABLE out ofwithallFINANCING the crevices in the car. I then flipped front and soaked the Pike, motor with www.stephenroypower.com t h 401 231up 401 231 hood 821 8210 stephenroypwr@verizon.net 146 Putnam Pike, Johnston RI 02919 www.stephenroypower.com t h 821 8210the stephenroypwr@verizon.net 146 Putnam Johnston RI 02919

R

401 575 6902

Antiques Cars - Trucks -

674 W

Warwi

Precis

401 78

BOB G’s

AUTOMOTIVE 1616 Warwick Ave, Warwick, RI GENERAL REPAIR

Custom Pipe Bending 1.5” to 3” Exhaust Repairs | Welding | Stock Mufflers Catalytic Converters | Complete Auto Repair 485 Winthrop Street. Rte. 44 Taunton, MA Call

508.822.1066

paulsexhaust@gmail.com visit us at www.getmotorhead.com | 17

24| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

25 YEARS EXPERIENCE BRAKE SPECIAL

401-921-6577

ONLY

$

199

Includes Brake Pads & Rotors *most autos • front or rear

SAME DAY SERVICE

Tune-Ups • Belts • Shocks • Hoses • Struts • Exhaust Radiators • Tires • Alternators • Brakes • Starters • Welding Batteries • Mufflers • Water Pumps • Anti-Freeze & Flush Rack & Pinon Steering • Transmission Service

some degreaser and proceeded to powerwash the motor completely.

The car was starting to look pretty good.

After the motor was all dry I used some dressing to spruce it up a little bit and give it a much-needed shine. My next step was to bring the paint back to a respectable level so I pulled out my buffer with a few different cutting pads and some compound and went to town. The car is a single stage paint so as I was buffing the car, the color of the paint was transferred to my buffing pads. Not a big deal.

Little by little the shine started to come back to the car and it actually looked pretty good.

My friend Louie decided to come over and give me a hand. With some insight from him things started to shape up.

After the buffer stopped spinning and I gave it a quick wipe down we were both surprised at how well it looked. The interior needed to be vacuumed and have the carpets cleaned which I proceeded to do and the results were very good.

Project Silver Surfer was starting to come to life. I told Louie to take the car up the street for a ride to see how it was. Before I knew it Louie made his way out of my driveway and had the tires spinning up most of my street! LOL, the car still has some life in it! After returning from the the short ride, Louie gave me the thumbsup and said all is good with the car and how much he actually liked these Corvettes of this generation.

We started brainstorming of things that we’re going to do with the car. Should we do a Dyno pull in the stock configuration? Or should we put the nitrous on it and have some fun? The ideas kept coming and getting crazier. Who would have thought?

After a little bit of thinking I decided maybe it was time to put project Silver Surfer up for sale. So I did so. You know what’s next don’t you? That’s right, an influx of people calling and driving me crazy about buying the car.

After dealing with some strange characters I was sent the perfect person to buy the car. An older gentleman from Taunton came down with his son to look at the car and wouldn’t you know it, the minute he arrived, project Silver Surfer decided to overheat! That’s just my luck.

But that didn’t deter this gentleman at all… he diagnosed the car and figured out that the fan stopped working and asked me for some wire and tools and proceeded to fix the car on the side of the road and get it up and running within 20 or so minutes.

Much to my astonishment. He then took the car for a quick ride to make sure all is good and came back happy as could be. The gentleman paid me for project Silver Surfer and disappeared off into the sunset with his son following him back to Taunton, Massachusetts.

I was a little bit sad but a little bit excited as I told him I would love to follow his progress on rebuilding the car in these very pages of Motorhead Magazine.

What do you guys think of project Silver Surfer? Let me know.

(401) 624-6395 • 477 Crandall Road, Tiverton, RI Find us on Facebook

Take advantage of our FREE ESTIMATES, our CONTRACTOR PROGRAMS, and of course 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE Residential and Commercial Installation Including Restaurants and Propane Fill Stations

FIXED PRICE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE! Visit us online at philspropane.com

© PIT ROW PHOTOS

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 25

A C S TAOD M HOP SOM .C (888) 729-7778 STARTING AT

995

$

2015 FORD MUSTANG GT POWER PACKAGE +20HP AND +16 LB FT OF TORQUE INCREASED THROTTLE RESPONSE AND MAINTAINS FACTORY FUEL CONSUMPTION. INCLUDES SCT X4 FLASH TOOL AND MONITOR, Tascaparts.com 100MM BILLET COLD AIR INDUCTION & A TASCA ECU REFLASH.

26| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

STARTING AT

695

$

2015 FORD F150 ECOBOOST POWER PACKAGE +80 LB FT OF TORQUE INCREASED THROTTLE RESPONSE, MAINTAINS FACTORY FUEL CONSUMPTION, IMPROVED TRANSMISSION SHIFT SCHEDULE. INCLUDES X4 FLASH TOOL AND MONITOR AND TASCA ECU REFLASH.

HOME OF THE T WORLD’S FASTES COBRA JET

508-252-4990

WE HAVE MOVED 514 Winthrop Street • Rehoboth, MA 02769 We’re Operating with Modified Procedures

FINANCING AVAILABLE

2019 Stander ZK 52 FX850 - Wright Deck Size: 52 in.

Horse Power: 27 hp Discharge Type: Side Engine Type: FX850

$11,360 12%

F F O

2020 Stander X 52 FX730E - Wright Deck Size: 52 in.

Horse Power: 23.5 hp Discharge Type: Side Engine Type: FX730E

$10,020 12%

F F O

2019 Sport Intensity 48 FX730 - Wright 2019 Stander B 48 FS651 - Wright Deck Size: 48 in.

Horse Power: 23.5 hp Discharge Type: Side Engine Type: FX730

$9,550

% 2 1

F F O

Deck Size: 48 in.

Horse Power: 22 hp Discharge Type:Side Engine Type: FS651

$6,700

% 2 1

F F O

WWW.RDLEQUIPMENTSALES.COM CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 27

‘48 Chevy Fleetmaster Survivo 28| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Ph

By NICK NICOLACE

ivor Photos by Kayla Conti

When I was much younger, in my teenage years, I always had a love for hot rods. Watching my older brother work on his 1954 Ford convertible gave me the inspiration to have a hot rod of my own someday. A�er extensive searching, I finally found myself a 1956 Chevy 2 Door. Under the hood was a 265 cubic inch original engine. A�er a year of ownership, I had entered the Marine Corp. While I was away, my older brother had used it during his honeymoon. He had driven it from Rhode Island to Canada with his new wife. Unfortunately, my brother had an accident along the way and totaled my car.

When I returned home from the Marine Corp, I began my search for another hot rod. It was at that time I found my 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster 2 Door Coupe, pictured in this article. It was stored in the corner of a truck auto body shop under a 1955 Chevy 2 Door. I would have purchased both vehicles but I only had enough money for the ’48 Chevy, which I liked the

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 29

‘48 Chevy Fleetmaster Survivor Continued from previous page

most.

My newly purchased ’48 Chevy did need a lot of mechanical work done when I bought it. I brought it to many hot rod specialists over the years and had a lot of work done, but a�er spending thousands of dollars, the car just still wasn’t right. A friend of mine introduced me to

Bob Pingitore, who later introduced me to John Conti. I went to John’s shop, Conti’s Auto Service & Motorsports in Cranston, he checked out the vehicle completely and gave me two choices; either rebuild from the front end to the rear or replace/custom fabricate the safety areas that need the most a�ention-which I ended up having John do.

Continued next page 30| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

John Conti, his two sons and daughter have made my vehicle safe for me to drive. He installed a complete “Heidts Super Ride II” front end with tubular upper and lower control arms, a power steering rack, “Wilwood” brake rotors, pads, 4-piston calipers, and billet adjustable coil-overs. Basically every safety aspect of the car was worked on or refabricated to be made safe, from the brakes to the steering and suspension and everything in between. It was well worth it and I am extremely happy.

America will survive this pandemic. SEMPER FI CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 31

A MOTORHEAD PRAYER “Dear heavenly Hot Rod Jesus, please bless Motorhead readers, families, staff and advertisers with health and happiness.

May we all have a life of prosperity and abundance.

Please protect us from all demons...except the ones from Mopar...they are ok.

Maywe all have a life of eternal combustion and deliver us all from electric cars.� ~ Amen

32| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 33

SPEEDWAY UPDATE

REGISTRATIONS POURING IN AHEAD OF TRI TRACK OPEN MODIFIED SERIES 2020 SCHEDULE

By KYLE SOUZA THOMPSON SPEEDWAY MOTORSPORTS PARK SEEKONK, Mass. -- The COVID-19 pandemic may have delayed the start of the Tri Track Open Modified Series season, but the list of entered drivers and car owners for 2020 continues to grow just over a month before the drop of the first scheduled green flag.

For those who haven’t seen, the start of the season has been delayed until May 9th at Monadnock Speedway -- but that date is fluid, depending on how the pandemic develops. As of this writing, the entire schedule remains in place, with Monadnock on May 9th and Claremont Speedway on May 24th opening the season.

“We’re still on target for May 9th as of now,” Wayne Darling, one of two Managing Partner’s for the Tri Track Open Modified Series, said. “Our registrations are growing daily – with some stout talent lined up to compete for a large purse. We also want to remind everyone about the Pepsi Challenge, which will pay heat race winners in 2020.”

A former series champion and countless winners are on the current entry list -- one filled with talent from top to bottom. Defending series champion Ronnie Williams is looking to repeat in 2020, with car owner Gary Casella, as the combination comes back fired up and ready for more. They were able to visit Victory Lane at Seekonk Speedway last year as part of the $10,000 to win Open Wheel Wednesday before earning their crown.

Ron Silk and Chase Dowling, two drivers who earned victories last year, are both back with the same team. Silk teams with Bob Horn, as Dowling teams with Jimmy Paige. The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour is also well represented.

Matt Swanson, who drives for the historic Boehler Racing on the tour, will drive for Larry Westgate in a car prepared by Boehler Racing, carrying the famed ‘Ole Blue’ colors. Woody Pitkat, who is back teaming with Stan Mertz, returns to wheel the No. 6, while former NASCAR Modified Tour Rookie of the year Calvin Carroll returns to Tri Track for another round.

On the veteran front, Kirk Alexander, Les Hinckley and Tommy Barrett are coming back.

Weekly SK Modified racers from Stafford Speedway set to compete with Tri 34| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Track in 2020 include Matt Galko and Andrew Molleur, one of many upcoming Modified stars. Mike Willis, who earned his first Tri Track win last year at his home track of Claremont, is coming back, this time with car owner Cam McDermott. Rising stars Ryan Doucette, Dylan Izzo, Brian Robie and Derek Robbie are also on the list.

Additional entries include Jim Gavek, Andrew Charron, Carl Medeiros Jr., Matt Kimball and Austin Kochenash. Look for car owner Rick Kluth to unload a car with a new number, No. 44, with a driver TBA. For more information on the Tri Track Open Modified Series, follow the series on the web at tritrackmodifieds.com and on social media, including Facebook and Instagram. Any additional updates regarding the schedule will be released when available.

REGISTERED DRIVERS AS OF APRIL 1, 2020: • 00 – Chase Dowling (driver) • 1 – Andrew Molleur (driver) • 3 – Matt Galko (driver) • 3 – Matt Swanson (driver) • 5 – Tommy Barrett (driver) • 6 – Woody Pitkat (driver) • 8/83 -- Mike Willis (driver) • 13 – Dylan Izzo (driver) • 21 – Jim Gavek (driver) • 25 – Ronnie Williams • 25 – Calvin Carroll (driver) • 25 – Brian Robie (driver) • 27 – Derek Robbie (driver) • 31 – Andrew Charron (driver) • 44 – DRIVER TBA (Rick Kluth, owner) • 50 – Carl Medeiros Jr. (driver) • 50 – Ron Silk (driver) • 50 – Matt Kimball (driver) • 55 – Ryan Doucette (driver) • 66 -- Austin Kochenash (driver) • 76 – Kirk Alexander (driver) • Les Hinckley

ALL YOUR MOTORCYCLE, SCOOTER & WATERCRAFT NEEDS Full Service & Repair Shop

PERFORMANCE CYCLE CENTER PERFORMANCE MARINE

401-318-7721

MOBILE MARINE REPAIR SERVICE 245 Quaker Lane • West Warwick, RI

401-660-9776 • 401-318-7721

MOTORCYCLES TRUCKS JEEPS

• SALES • SERVICE • PARTS • ACCESSORIES • FABRICATION • CUSTOMIZATION & MORE 24 Wall Street • Spencer, MA 01562

508-413-2500 www.Barnstorm.us Pickup & Delivery Available

2014 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 4WD Crew Cab $25,499.00

2006 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail $9,250.00

2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon $25,955.00

2015 Harley Davidson Softail Deluxe $15,250.00

2016 Ram 1500 SLT Big Horn $27,899.00

2012 Harley Davidson XL1200V Seventy-Two $5,995.00

2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport $19,900.00

2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited $26,499.00

2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara $27,260.00

2015 Harley Davidson Sportster 883 Super Low $5,250.00

2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited $25,999.00

2016 Ford F150 XLT Supercab $28,499.00

2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara $27,995.00

1991 Harley Davidson FXRS $6,995.00

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon $22,850.00

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 35

ED DAY 2020

ED YESSAIAN

The tradition continues at the 15th Anniversary of ED DAY, where racers have a chance to earn money for their favorite local charity. The Charity Challenge will be a day of racing, showing and enjoying the beginning of the 2020 season by helping to raise money for a good cause.

Charity Challenge Winner: $1000.00 donation to winner’s charity

Runner-up: $500.00 donation to winner’s charity Fastest ET: $250.00 donation to winner’s charity Best Reaction time: $250.00 donation to winner’s charity

The ED DAY “Charity Challenge” will be a bracket style elimination with a “Winner take all for their Charity” stipulation. Prior to the event, charities will be chosen as possible winners of the pot.

The 64 racers will be split into 16 teams of 4, with each team fighting to win the proceeds for their chosen charity.

Junior Dragsters: $250.00 donation to winner’s charity

The five paysouts are:

Show Classes for 2019:

Xander’s Choice

Best of show

Zoe’s Choice

ED’s Choice

ED DAY Appreciation Award Pre- 1979 Mustang Late Model Mustang- Stock Late Model Mustang- Modified Michael Travers Memorial COBRO Award (SVT COBRA) Top Truck Corvette ALL Camaro/Firebird ALL GM Muscle Pre- 1979 GM Muscle Late Model Stock GM Muscle Late model Modified MOPAR Muscle Pre- 1979

36| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Continued Next Page

Charity Challenge at New England Dragway yahoo.com or ED@GetMotorhead.com

3. Teams of individuals will be created just before the event -- Charities can be chosen at any time or on race day.

Additional Information:

The Charity Challenge team would like to thank the following Sponsors…

Cost to race this event is $125.00 per team OR $31.25 per individual ***plus current NE Dragway Test Session fees*** Cost to enter car show is New England Dragway Spectator fee and Optional ED DAY donation Please make checks payable to “Charity Challenge”.

Separate donations may also be made for the following (please specify where your donation should be allocated) 1. Sponsor one of the current “Charity Challenge” Teams partially or in full MOPAR Muscle Late Model Stock MOPAR Muscle Late Model Modified

Date: Saturday May 2nd 2020

2. Sponsor one of the charities (your donation will be forwarded to your specified charity, not added to the pot for the shootout) 3. ED DAY 2020 awards and supplies.

Time: Gates open at 8am

Donations and payments can also be sent via Paypal to: edcharityevent@yahoo.com

Location: New England Dragway

Payment instructions

Information about New England Dragway can be found at: http://newenglanddragway.com

1. ONLY submit payment for the $125 or $31.25 fee’s charged by New England Dragway will be charged at the gates.

Please email any questions to: edcharityevent@

2. Please let us know your team and charity when submitting payment

AutoPaint RI New Hampshire Mustang Club Performance Dyno Stoneham Ford New England Dragway Southern NH Undercar, LLC Viking Motorsports Tasca Automotive Group DM Sign & Design NH Muscle Car Club Mustangs of Massachusetts M.O.M. DNA Hyperformance Capellini’s of Tewksbury, MA Accurate Transmission EDITOR’S NOTE: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, any events published in this issue are subject to change as daily mandates are set by local, state and federal government. Please confirm dates with any email, website and/or phone number(s) provided in the article. Thank you.

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 37

Full & Partial Restorations/Concourse or Custom Classic, Muscle cars & Trucks, ProTouring, Hot Rod Full Mechanicals - Engine Rebuilding/Electrical In-house Body & Paint/Fabrication & Rust Repair/Stock & Custom Interiors MANY NATIONAL AWARDS & MAGAZINE FEATURE ARTICLES

35 Railroad Street, Slatersville, RI 401-762-5544 | xtremerestorations.com

38| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

s

TSR Racing Products • 179 Belvedere Road Gilsum, NH

POWERGLIDE CHEVY TH350 CHEVY TH400 CHRYSLER A727

CHEMICALS & LUBRICANTS COOLERS AND FITTINGS TOOLS • MANUALS CIRCLE TRACK COMPONENTS

HIGH PERFORMANCE TRANSMISSIONS and PARTS FOR DRAG RACING, MUD RACING and CIRCLE TRACK

ORDER ONLINE: TSR-RACING.COM CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 39

H

ARDLINE

HEAT TREATING, INC.

134 Ashland Ave., Southbridge, MA 01550 Tel: 508-764-6669 Fax: 508-764-6654

Vacuum High Pressure Quench Non-Ferrous Heat Treat Hydrogen Tempering Marquenching • Carburizing Nitrogen Tempering Solution Heat Treating Bright Annealing NitroWear® • NitroBlack® Ferritic Nitro Carbonizing

MATERIALS

High Speed Steels Alloy Steels • Tool Steels Stainless Steel Aluminum • Plastics

OTHER SERVICES

www.hardlineheattreating.com

Consistent On-Time Delivery Pick-up & Delivery Available MEMBER MTI / ASM

40| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

o

Bright Hardening • Cryogenics to -300 Glass Bead Blast • Grit Blast Clean Plastics Thermal Treatment Precipitation Hardening Anneal & Normalization Metallography • Stress Relieving

880 Victory Highway West Greenwich, RI

401-392-3092

63 George Leven Dr. North Attleboro, MA 02760 888-594-7800 • www.teclifts.com • glenn@teclifts.com

danspizzaplace.com

510 Meriden Road • Waterbury, CT 06705 Phone: 203.490.8285 Why East Coast Customs?

HEAVY DUTY LIFTS

We are a family owned business with 20 years experience in hydrographics. We are also Certified TWN Processors.

Hydrographic printing is new to this area and there are very few businesses of this kind around. The quality of our products show our passion for what we do. Please give us a call so we can help you with your project or answer any questions you may have.

SPECIALIZING IN CHROME WHEELS BUMPERS HANDLE BARS HUB CAPS TRIM GUNS EMBLEMS

SPECTRA CHROME • HYDROGRAPHIC PRINTING RIM REPAIR • CAR AUDIO • CAR ACCESSORIES

• SERVICE LIFTS • STORAGE LIFTS

EXHAUST EVACUATION SYSTEMS

AIR AND LUBRICATION SYSTEMS

GARAGE CABINETS AND FLOORS

• Jacks and Stands • Cabinetry • Garage Flooring • Garage Storage • Tool Boxes • Shop Equipment • Work Benches • Waste Oil Management • Certified Lift Inspectors CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 41

Columbus EnErgiEs inc.

1492 GAR HIGHWAY • SWANSEA, MA 02777

508-674-1492 IN & OUT SERVICE www.columbusenergies.com

INSPECTIONS

VP FUELS:

C12, C14, C16, U4.4, VP113, Q16, Motorsport 109, C14 Plus, N02, C9, Motorsport 103, M1

Largest Variety of Fuels in New England • Home Heating Oil • Propane Delivery

Your One Stop Energy Provider 401-515-4524 Affordable Insulation Service for RI and MA Monday thru Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Closed Sundays

Superior Insulation serves homeowners and residential and commercial contractors throughout Southern New England.

TRUCK & HOT ROD ACCESSORIES & WHEELS

We’ll Work With You! We are an EnergyWise Participating Contractor! Contact us to learn about incentives and our free, no-obligation estimate!

FREE QUOTE

14 Enterprise Lane • Smithfield, RI 02917 • insulationbysuperior.com 42| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

73 Tolland Tpke., Manchester, CT 06042 Phone: 860-647-1353

7:00 - 5:30 Monday - Friday Saturday by Appointment Only

RESTORATION

& COLLISION COMPLETE RESTORATIONS ONE STOP COLLISION SHOP CUSTOMIZED WORK FROM START TO FINISH We Specialize in Austin Healey Fiberglass Work and American Classics We Work with Your Insurance Company So You Don’t Have To!

East Coast Owner & 40’ Chevy Owner

Joe Donato

1310 Jefferson Boulevard Warwick, RI (401) 739-7711

HOT ROD SERVICE

Tune-Ups • Custom Suspension • Brake & Suspension Upgrades Performance Tuning • Carburetor Rebuilding and Set Up Custom Wiring • Ring & Pinion Set Up • Chassis Fabrication Lift Kit Sales & Install • Lizard Skin™ Sales & Installation Custom Fabrication • After Market A/C Install • Disc Brake Conversion

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Oil Changes • Brake Services • Tune-Ups Check Engine Light Diagnostics • Suspension • Tire Replacement Alignments • 4 Wheel Drive

(508) 943 - 0009 138 West Main Street • Dudley, MA

robsautomotiveshop.com

An Auto Shop for Kids Cars!

CLASSIC CAR RESTORATIONS Auto Body Mechanical Repairs Stickers • Towing

103 North Front Street • New Bedford, MA 02740

508.993.7661

www.lechauto.com

At K’s Kustom’s we build & repair, customize & modify, Power Wheels and other children’s ride on toys. With years of experience, creative SERVICES WE OFFER: ideas, and a passion for • Build, repair, customize, & modify creating amazing kustom • Replacement parts, batteries & chargers, prices vary builds, we can help you with • Performance upgrades, such as increasing any of your ride toy needs. speed to18V

Call us today!

401.426.0778 401.447.7769

• Vehicle modifications, lifting/lowering, adding lights & sounds • Diagnostic Fee for all brands is $30 an hour • We also service Razor Products • Mobil service and repair available • Assembly of ride on toys • Consignments of ride on’s • Trade-ins welcome, working or non working, restrictions apply

www.kskustoms.com CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 43

READERS RIDES JIM GILLIS’ 2003 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1

By ED YESSAIAN

When my good friend Jim Gillis stopped by and asked me to assist him in selling his car, I honestly thought either he had lost his mind or he was thinking it was April Fool’s Day. But he was serious, after many years and countless good times, he was ready to let it go. And if you know me, I don’t get attached to cars, but Jim’s Mach 1 was always one of my favorites whenever we went to shows or Cruise Nights. For starters, I remember when Ford revived the legendary Mach 1 moniker for 2003. The cars had a similar powerplant to my 1997 SVT Cobra with 305hp being churned

out of a 4.6 liter, 32v DOHC engine. The Mach 1 was produced in limited numbers with Jim’s being number 9232 of 9652.

From the factory a handful of cosmetic changes really made these cars stand out from a Mustang GT. The shaker hood was the first thing you would notice as well as the front grille delete and chin spoiler. The rear spoiler was painted a matte black and a set of 60’s style wheels decked each corner. On top of the cool, retro styling from the factory, Jim also added MRT rear window louvers to finish off the classic look.

From the factory the Bullitt and Mach 1 cars come with a different set of coil springs, lowering the car approximately ¾ of an inch. Jim decided to go just a bit lower with an Eibach spring kit and the car now sits perfectly, with a set black Bullitt wheels capping off the aggressive stance.

Step inside and with a simple turn of the key the car roars to life with an amazing tone that was

44| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

accomplished by an MRT hi-flow mid-pipe and Flowmaster mufflers. In addition to the exhaust, A K&N FIPK cold-air kit adds a couple horsepower, with an SCT tuner maximizing the add-ons.

While this car looks, sounds, and drives incredibly, as previously mentioned, Jim is looking for something new and different as he’s owned the Mach 1 since it was brand new. Asking price is 15,000 obo. Please contact Jim at- JimGillis.s47@ gmail.com

Gas powered vehicles will become obsolete and so will the classic car and truck culture.

Drag racing and racing in general will have top speeds of 25 to 35 miles per hour if that sport arena even survives the future at all. Etch is trying to make a stand and a statement: “Leave our Classic Car and Truck Culture and Hobby alone!” He isn’t out to get anybody or hurt anybody. He just wants the freedom to drive his muscle car Pontiac GTO on the roadways again without being pursued by a thousand police officers, federal agents and the national guard trying to stop him

or not kill him in the process. Etch doesn’t want to see the decline of the automotive enthusiasts activities or watch our classic car and truck culture slowly pass away and be left on the side of the road like tossed trash.

By the way, he hates when people litter our nation with their trash. He never sees classic car and truck enthusiasts ever doing that.

It’s the dirty pigs that have no respect for anything or anybody. He often approaches these idiots telling them to go back and pick up what they just threw on the ground while in their vehicle. He isn’t very nice about it

either and when he leaves the location you can be guaranteed that his right foot is firmly planted on the gas pedal and leaving them in a cloud of burnt tire rubber. Etch reaches down and turns the ignition key in his GTO and looks around to see if the coast is clear of anyone or the police that might be searching for him and his Outlaw Pontiac.

To be continued...

OUTLAW RUN Author, Jim Weicherding, Contact jwpisces14@aol.com

SGAMBATO’S SERVICE, INC. 603 Woonasquatucket Avenue North Providence, RI

401-231-9761

A/C Recharge and Repair General Maintenance Inspections • Tune-Ups

Specializing in

MOTORCYCLE ENGINE

MACHINING & REBUILDING & POWDER COATING

Pawtucket Auto Body 262 BROADWAY PAWTUCKET, RI

401-726-2886 pawtucketautobody@gmail.com

91 Felton Street • Waltham, MA 02453

508-689-8036 mccyc1e.com

24 HOUR TOWING Complete Auto Service Help Wanted AUTOBODY TECHNICIAN Call Domenic 401-726-2886

Mention Motorhead for a rebate on your deductible CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 45

passion was for general automotive repa focus while working in other shops after was transmission, as he learned the bas them. He says that exploring a transmiss

YOUR “SPECIALTY CAR” INSURANCE EXPERTS Collector Car • Antiques & Classics • Exotics & Sports Modern Collector Cars • Rod & Custom • Racing Cars Tribute & Replica Kit Cars Email your information for a free quote today to Jeff@arbucciagency.com

1900 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI Phone (401) 354-8700 • Fax (401) 354-8703

Get Y Repa W Pr at Q

4 Candy Lane Unit 3 Hudson NH 03051

STREETRODS HOTRODS RESTORATION MECHANICAL FIBERGLASS WIRING COMPLETE PAINT ENGINE SWAPS UPHOLSTERY MAINTENANCE DIAGNOSTICS

10 | Motorhead Magazine - March 2015

Chief’s Mowers TUNE UP SPECIAL $199.00

603-402-9579 978-490-9332 603-325-0870

Pickup and Delivery for this Special

TERMINALSPEEDSHOP@GMAIL.COM

TERMINALVELOCITYSPEEDSHOP.COM 46| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

• GENERATORS • LEAF BLOWERS • WEED WACKERS • PUSH MOWERS • SNOW BLOWERS

David Murray OWNER 7702 Post Road N Kingstown, RI

401-295-0600

RAFFLE

Every Friday for FREE 15 Minute Private Room

579 Front Street • Woonsocket, RI

• Open 7 Days a Week

Monday - Saturday 3PM-1 AM Sunday 6 PM - 1 AM

• VIP and Bottle Service Available • Drink Specials 7 Days a Week • Full Menu

6PM & 11PM

Award Winning Food

401.765.6624 www .RID olls . com

Rhode Island’s Only

Las Vegas Style Cabaret

Some Of Our General Automotive Services • Emissions Inspections & Repairs • Engine Rebuilding • Transmission/ transaxle rebuilding • Electrical & computer work • Hunter 4-wheel alignment • Fuel injection work & service • Carburetor rebuilding • Computer diagnostic service • Full line of Tires

Some Of Our Specialty Motorsport Services

• Fully Licensed & Certified • RI State Inspection Station #76 RI Emissions CIRT #2074 ASE Master: Machine & Auto ASE L-1: Advanced Engine Performance

• 53 Hartford Avenue • North Scituate, RI 02857 1-888-235-1622 • 401-934-9877

www.masonsautomotive.com

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

• Engine Rebuilding • Engine Dyno Services On Site • Engine Boring & Honing • Piston & Rod Work • Competition Machine Work • Full Blueprinting Services • Balancing • Flow Bench Services • Complete Head Work • Seats, Guides, and Resurfacing • Engine Degreasing • High-Performance Rebuilding • Align Boring • Porting & Polishing • Cam Doctor Service &UDQNVKDIW 3ROLVKLQJ 0LFUR¿QLVK • Crankshaft Stroke Checking • Brown & Sharp Micro Height • Gauging & MUCH MORE.....

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 47

Classic Auto Appraisal Offers Advice During COVID-19 Outbreak Covid-19, or the corona virus, it doesn’t matter what you call it, its consuming the news and life as we know it. The change to every facet of our lives, our families, our friends, or economics and our hobbies are all being impacted. Some are laid off, some are working form home, and public life has halted. Some of the largest car shows in our country have been postponed. The New York Auto show was rescheduled, the World of Wheels show canceled (in some venues), Good Guys canceled multiple shows and the organization I am part of: National Street Rod Association, canceled and is rescheduling the first 3 major events of the season.

What does this mean to us as enthusiasts, hobbyists, collectors on a nationwide scale? You’ve probably seen large auto auctions being canceled, for example Mecum Auctions has rescheduled all events through April! These auctions have a large impact on both the prices of vehicles and the consumer index on volume.

The high-end collector markets are starting to feel the impact of the halt, with high end vehicles not changing hands as frequently. However, the private sale vehicles have not shown much of a downturn, yet. Of course, if the economy continues to slow the impact will be felt across the board.

Previous customer’s cars

What can you do during this volatile time? My top suggestions would be: 1.

Don’t panic, most of values of the cars we own are staying stable. If you need to sell now is a good time, if the market continues to slow you may be forced to sell for less than your true value. If you’re unsure where your car is valued, get an appraisal to help you find a true price. No one wants to pay to list a vehicle and have it sit on a website with no interest because its overpriced.

2.

Upgrade! Have you been thinking about upgrading?

Now is a great time to do so! Your local speed shops, mechanics and specialty shops are hurting, if you can help keep the economy moving and support these establishments it’s the perfect time to!

3.

Check your insurance policies, many of you have your classic and special interest cars on your normal auto policy. Many insurers that are not geared towards our market offer an agreed upon value that still depreciates!! Meaning they will not pay out the true agreed upon value! Look into it and change companies if this is the case. Companies like Grundy and Hagerty, as examples, are happy to guide you in better protecting your investment.

4.

And finally, update your appraisal! If your appraisal is over a year old or you have done upgrades, you need to update it, before the possible downturn in values. We appraise classics, street rods, hot rods, muscle cars, modern modified muscle and foreign cars. We have discounted all

48| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

appraisals to help during this pandemic. Please email us for details: valueyourride@gmail.com. We will practice social distancing guidelines during your appraisal and may even be able to provide an on-line appraisal option.

Soon the season will be upon us, lets stay healthy and enjoy it!

Cya Cruising, Jed

WORKERS’ COMP INJURED AT WORK?

HENRI’S AUTO REPAIR 1068 Park Ave., Woonsocket, RI 02895

401-762-2325

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY

Call the LAW OFFICE of

STEPHEN J. DENNIS

Today for a Free Consultation OFFICE: 401-453-1355 CELL: 401-595-4571 stephenjdennis.com

Got a Check Engine Light On that Won’t Go Off?

WHO YA GONNA CALL?

LET US INSPECT A CAR OR TRUCK

BEFORE YOU BUY IT

INSPECTION STATION #68EB

Stop In NOW for Summer Service!

Cooling • A/C Battery • Tires First Lube/Oil Responders Filters

& Military

10%

$40

Discount

GENERATORS M.D.

Residential and Commercial Generator Sales and Service

LLC

www.generatorsmd.com

Diesel, Natural Gas, and Propane Don’t stress about losing power during a storm, have peace of mind with a standby emergency generator.

Call Us: 401-527-3074

Your Rhode Island local family owned and operated business.

Servicing Rhode Island, and Eastern Connecticut.

Generators M.D. is a Charlie’s Diesel company

Josue Garcia

$8 OFF

When perus your toolbox “How long h unfold right hydroscopic something t

One other th Yes, it may

529 Dyer Ave., Cranston, RI 02920

$10 OFF

The most ch off this winte There are a over assorte empty bottle of unnecess person hasn their produc

A common When brake and will cau give the flui lines and al the winter m is discourag smallest bo

KAYROS AUTO TECH QUICK OIL CHANGE (NO APPT NEEDED) • Complete Auto Repair • Domestic & Imports • Computer Diagnostics • Electrical Problems • Quick Lube • Front Alignment SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE CONVENTIONAL OIL CHANGE • Tune-Up • Oil Change Coupon cannot be combined with any other offers or Up to 5 qts of oil. Coupon cannot be combined with • Brakes • Shocks • Exhaust discounts. Expires 8/31/18. any other offers or discounts. Expires 8/31/18.

No appointment necessary.

No appointment necessary.

• Water Pumps Replacements < We Service All Makes & Models •• Engine Electrical Problems • Starters • Alternators Business Phone: 401-481-3870 • Transmission • Suspension • Air Conditioning • Welding Office Cell: 401-403-7129 • Tire Rotation • Timing Belt

What Be To

Lauryn “Hotwh

Generators M.D. offers sales, service contracts and repairs for all makes and models, 24 hour service and free estimates.

KayrosAutoRepairRI@gmail.com www.facebook.com/kayroautorepair

Wha

Complete Auto Repairs • State Inspection Goodyear Tires • Road Service Computer Diagnostics • Air Conditioning Service

Oaklawn Auto Service Inc. 975 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston RI 401-942-9748 CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 49

DIY or Professional Detailing?

By BILL PRATT For most people, DIY (Do It Yourself) detailing consists of nothing more than a driveway wash, dry, and spray wax. For some, it extends to tire and trim dressing, chrome polish, or whatever else might be required to cover the entire vehicle and make it look new, or almost new, again.

The more you want done, the more important it becomes to decide whether you have the time, patience, and skill to do it yourself or whether you are better served having it done professionally.

for the next step. Some people will wash the car again while others will just wipe it down with a microfiber cloth.

Which step comes next depends on the condition of the finish and whether it needs any paint correction. The micro-marring I mentioned earlier or other forms of light scratches are examples of things that might warrant some correction. Keep in mind that scratches that can catch your fingernail are not candidates for this type of paint correction. They are too deep to be polished out. But if you can’t feel them with your fingernail, they can probably be eliminated with a good polishing.

For me, I’ve discovered that my cutoff for DIY detailing is when the final waxing jumps from normal waxes to ceramic coating. The proof of that is in all the swirl marks visible below a gorgeous, but hard to remove, shine. If you’re looking to do that level of detaiang, take it to a pro.

Selection of the polish product is dependent on the extent of scratching or fading in the finish. There are typically several grades of polish, from very lightly abrasive all the way up to polishing compound (which is best left to a professional). Applying a lightly abrasive polish can be done safely by an amateur with a random-orbital polisher and a good quality polishing pad.

For many people, paint correction should also be left to a professional. Just make sure to see examples of their handiwork first on the darkest color car they can provide. If they can show you a swirl-free finish on a black vehicle, they probably know what they’re doing.

Essentially, the polish removes the very thin layer of clearcoat from the top of the finish that contains the scratches or other imperfections that are dulling the finish.

Once the damaged layer is removed, the original shine is visible again and as smooth as it was as it exited the factory assembly line.

But for those who want to save the money and do it themselves, here’s some information that may help you get the best result.

The important technique note here is to let the pad and tool do the work. Don’t press down hard or stay on one area too long since that can cause damage of its own. Take your time and move slowly over all the areas that need attention. As you finish polishing a section, go back over it with a microfiber cloth and buff away any remnants of polish left behind.

DIY Detailing Whether we’re talking about show cars or your daily driver, there are some easy things you can do that will keep your vehicle looking showroom new or pretty close to it.

Full-blown exterior detailing is typically a seven-step process.

1. Wash 2. Dry 3. Clay bar to remove grit and contaminants 4. Prep 5. Paint correction, as needed 6. Polish 7. Wax Most people do only steps 1 & 2, followed by step 7.

The problem with that approach is that contaminants in the finish don’t get completely removed. Run your fingers over your freshly washed and waxed car and you’ll feel the grittiness that remains. But a car that’s been put through all 7 steps will feel so smooth your fingers will glide over the paint and things will tend to slide off the car instead of staying where you put them.

Let’s start with Step 1. This, by the way, is also the first opportunity to do some nearly invisible damage to the finish. As you wash the car with sponge and soap, the sponge will transfer surface grit to the wash bucket and each time you dunk the sponge in the bucket that grit gets disturbed and can be picked back up by the sponge. Then it becomes an abrasive against your paint, leaving very light scratches called micro-marring.

To prevent this, put a grit guard insert tray in your bucket or buy a bucket that come with one. It will trap the grit at the bottom of the bucket so it can’t find its way back onto your vehicle.

For the same reason, use a separate sponge for your wheels and tires.

Detergents designed for home use will often be strong enough that they will tend to strip the wax off as you wash. A good quality soap designed for cars will clean the car without stripping much of the wax.

The next step is to restore some finish protection Step 2 can also damage the finish. Towels or car wash cloth strips can hang onto particles removed from your car or others and drag them across the paint. To prevent this, you can dry the car with an air hose or with a squeegee designed for the purpose. If you do use a towel, use something like a microfiber towel or chamois that doesn’t tend to trap and hold onto particles.

The clay bar step is the first step in restoring that silky smooth finish. The clay bar is abrasive so it will grab and hold contaminants that have started to work themselves into the finish, pulling them out and eliminating the gritty feeling they cause. However, because of the abrasiveness, it’s important to keep the finish well lubricated and slick while using the clay bar. I use a protective wax detail spray on the area as I work it to ensure that I don’t damage the paint.

After going over the whole vehicle with the clay bar, you’ll need to prep the surface 50| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

The final step is to apply a base coat of wax. This can be paste wax or spray wax. The newer compounds of spray wax are easier to apply and the good quality brands will work well. Paste wax will likely leave a better layer of protection overall, but the difference may not justify the extra effort required to apply it.

The 7-step process, if done at least once a year, will keep your vehicle looking like new, especially if it’s maintained over the course of the year.

A good detail spray wax will maintain the finish protection and help repel dust and dirt.

Over the years, I’ve used a bit of everything but I’ve settled on the Surf City Garage line of products because of their ease of use and quality.

Basically, my car care kit looks like this: • Surf City Garage Hot Rod Detailer for wax maintenance • Surf City Garage Dash Away interior cleaner • Surf City Garage Black Max for trim • Surf City Garage Beyond Black for tires • Surf City Garage Killer Chrome for bright wheels and trim • Surf City Garage Clearly Better glass cleaner • If I need a polish, I’d use Meguiars, Poor Boys or one of the other premium brands (Surf City doesn’t have a product in this category).

• Various colors of microfiber cloths (each color goes with a different product above so that I don’t mix different chemicals on the same cloths) • Foam applicators for things like tire and trim treatment or chrome polish.

• A good quality wash mitt This combination of products is what I use on my show cars and daily drivers. Yours might have a completely different set of products but they should cover the same bases.

Whatever brand (or brands) you prefer, make sure you know how it is formulated.

Brands that contain silicone, for example, can produce great immediate results while doing long-term damage to trim, upholstery, etc. Others may produce a very glossy, wet look when you really want a satin finish.

The process of detailing your car can take hours when performing all 7 steps but it doesn’t need to be done that way every time. Do it once and then maintain it and you’ll find your car will always look good to others without a lot of effort on your part. It’s kind of fun having people get in one of my vehicles and tell me it looks like it’s ready to go to a show!

Bill Pratt is the Owner & General Manager of Rock ‘n Road Outfitters. Bill has spent the last 30 years in the high technology industry as a technical professional and as a senior manager. He has also been a car enthusiast since his teenage years. Rock ‘n Road Outfitters is both a business and a source of recreation for him. His objective is to make Rock ‘n Road Outfitters a haven for enthusiasts of all ages and brand preferences. Rock ‘N Road Outfitters is located at 153 Southbridge St., Rt. 12, in Auburn, Massachusetts. You can reach Bill at 508-832-4949 or visit their website: www.rocknroadoutfitters.com

Frame Guide Composite Jeep Wrangler & CJ FRONT

TM

ART-102 ART-132

We Make it Easy to Make it Safe!

Fix it right with Safe-T-CapTM

Precision Frame Repair Kits

Wrangler YJ (1987-1995) ART-106 ART-119

ART-145 ART-111 ART-129

ART-99 ART-113

ART-138

ART-42 ART-99 ART-102 ART-103 ART-106 ART-110 ART-111 ART-112 ART-122 ART-123 for ART-132

Rear Shackle Mount Section CNC Cut Steel – Mig Welded – Affordable – Safe & Easy Center Frame at Skid Plate Mount

Front Shackle & Steering Box Mount Section Our Safe-T-Cap™ Frame Repair Kits are designed with the DIY Rear Forward Leaf Spring Mount Section mechanic in mind. All our kits come with detailed instructions Frame to Body Mount Brackets Rear Crossmember and can be installed with average welding skills. On most of our Rear Section of Front Frame/Spring Mount kits you just cut away the rusted area, clean up the remaining Center Crossmember/Gas Tank Support metal, slide the repair kit in place, mig or stick weld it up, then rustproof Rear Upper Shock Mount Frame Replacement Upper Mount longevity.

We Shock do complete installations in our RI shop or we may be able to recommend Front Frame to Body Mount

an installation facility in your state. All our kits/parts are Made in the USA, save you time and money and are the professional fix for your Jeep frame rust issues — front to back.

ART-113 Center Frame at Skid Plate Mount Contractors: We perform commercial sandblasting and undercoating services that keep ART-114 Rear Crossmember ART-115 Rear Frame Section your fleet vehicles factory fresh. Also, if you are having frame, crossmember or cab ART-119 Frame to Body Mount Brackets mount issues with Frame your Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra, Ford F-Series/Ranger, Toyota ART-124 Rear Trailing Arm Mounts ART-127 Rear Upper Arm Mount Tacoma orTrailing Nissan Pathfinder, we make solutions for those too — visit AutoRust.com ART-129 Rear of Front Frame to see all our frame repair options, sandblasting, and undercoating pricing.

Wrangler TJ (1996-2003)

ART-131

ART-81 ART-103

ART-124

ART-127 ART-123

ART-122

ART-142 ART-112

MADE IN

USA ART-110 ART-114

ART-131 ART-138 ART-142 ART-145

Full Center Frame Section Center Body to Frame Mount Rear Upper Coil Spring Mount Full Length Floor Channel Subframe

Auto Rust Technicians

Wrangler CJ (1967-1985) ART-41 ART-42 ART-115

ART-41 Rear Shackle Mount Section ART-81 Rear Spring – Forward Mount Section

We Make it Easy to Make it Safe.

All components are 11 ga. cold rolled steel or thicker.

Precision CNC cut, bent, and mig welded to exact specifications. We make sure that they fit your year and model Jeep. 100% Made in the USA!

REAR

275 Niantic Ave., Cranston, RI 02907 401.944.4444 800.407.7024 1550 Elmwood Ave., Cranston, RI 02910 email: safetcap@autorust.com store: www.autorust.com

Regional Safe-T-Cap™ dealer/installers wanted. Call 800.407.7024 or email at sales@autorust.com

Copyright ©2015 Auto Rust Technicians. All rights reserved.

Safe-T-CapTM is a registered trademark of Auto Rust Technicians.

Auto Rust Technicians is in no way associated with either Jeep® or Chrysler Group LLC. Products are not endorsed by Jeep®.

Jeep® is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.

Auto Rust Technicians 275 Niantic Ave., Cranston, RI 02907 401.944.4444 800.407.7024 email: safetcap@autorust.com store: www.autorust.com

Complete Auto Service for Collectible Vehicles

BRASS ERA TO CONTEMPORARY

Antique, Classic, Performance and Exotic Vehicle Maintenance, Repair, Restoration, and Custom Modifications

Our goal is to maximize our customers’ enjoyment of their classic or collectible car or truck.

APACHE AUTOMOTIVE 251 Franklin Street Bristol, RI 02809

401-648-8655 info@apacheautomotive.com

HELP WANTED INSTALLER

D A O R OFF

• Performance & Off-Road Equipment • Custom Wheels • SUV Accessories • Complete Suspension Systems • Installation Available • Layaways & Gift Certificates

1417 Atwood Avenue, Johnston RI 401-943-1050 www.the-enthusiast.com OPEN: Mon. & Tues. 10 AM - 6 PM, Wed., Thur. & Fri. 10 AM - 8 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 4 PM

The Best Products & Service

For Over 25 Years!

• Residential & Commercial (TXLSPHQW 5HWUR¿W 5HSODFHPHQW • Service All Makes & Models 423 Walcott St. • Professional Installations Pawtucket, RI • Competitive Pricing Services & Products Include....Air Conditioning, Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Zoning, Packaged Heating and Cooling Systems, Air Handlers, Evaporator Coils & More!

(401) 723-0404

hightechengineeringinc.com EMERGENCY SERVICE AVAILABLE!

Perfo Pain

www.facebook.com/ApacheAutomotive

Insuran Restor

apacheautomotive.com CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 51

920 Plain Johnson, 401 383

DRIVE AND DINE

All of our MeAts Are HAnd Cut

TwinOwned OaksBusiness is Open out Decades only.

A Family Forfor Moretake Than Eight FullFeaturing Menu,Full with Beer & Wine, Fresh, Lunch and Dinner Menus Hand Cut Lunch Meats, Poultry and Seafood Specials Under $10 Available to pick up.

Thank you for your Unique & Homemade Dinner Entrees Including Our Famous and BakedPlease Shrimp Chicken & Veal Parm Support StayParm Safe.

Call us 6 Separate Dining Room and and 3 orders.

Bars with your questions Open: Tuesday - Sunday â&#x20AC;¢ Closed Mondays 401-781-9693 TAKE OUT HOURS 11:30am-8:00pm Closed Mondays

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE 100 Sabra Street Cranston RI | 401.781.9693 | twinoaksrest.com

52| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

r

Suede & Leathers • Draperies • Comforters

DRIVE AND DINE

f

Pick Up Our Products At Your Local

Supermarket

venue A e u g 825 Tio , RI 02816 try CovenExperience -1000 Fresh 6 2 8 ) 1 (40

Est. 1954

Same Day S

Authentic Chinese Cuisine

Banquet Room Available • Executive Shir Karaoke Every Thursday Night Take Out Party Platters • and Wedding Gown Preserva LocatedSuede at the Lincoln Mall & Leathers

Superior Quality. Superior Service

622 Washington Highway, Lincoln RI

• Drap

401-334-3200 www.AsiaGrille.com

Au

Kar T

Bulkie & Grinder Rolls | Dinner & Finger Rolls Bread & Specialty Bread | Biscuits | Calzones | Pizza

Lo 622

Stop By Our Local Retail Store Located At...

1234 Oaklawn Avenue Cranston, RI

(401) 738-6444 www.superiorbakery.com CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 53

www.kcsburgerbar.com FULL BAR!

JUICY 1/2 LB. BURGERS GREAT FOR FAMILIES! TRY OUR FAMOUS SPIKED SHAKES!

NORTH ATTLEBORO 625 East Washington St North Attleboro, MA 02760

(508) 316-0901

SEEKONK 1379 Fall River Avenue Seekonk, MA 02771

Mon - Thu: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Fri: 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Sat: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Sun: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

(508) 557-1723

Mon - Thu: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Fri - Sat: 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Sun: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

Used & New Material Handling & Storage Equipment

SPECIALS:

Flammable cabinets in stock Factory 2nd, Scratch and Dent 2 gallons to 110 gallons available

Used Steel Shelving 12”, 18” and 36” deep available

Please visit our website for all your material handling needs.

www.yankeesupply.com 1-800-232-7225 2140 Hartford Avenue • Johnston, RI 02919 Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE TODAY TODAY YES! I would like to subscribe to Motorhead Magazine

YES! I would like to subscribe to Motorhead Magazine PRICING

PAYMENT DETAILS

Just $28.99 for 1 Year Subscription

Please complete payment details

PAYMENT BY CARD Please charge my:

PERSONAL DETAILS

PRICING

PAYMENT DETAILS

Name: _______________________________________

VISA

MASTERCARD

AMEX

Address: _____________________________________

Card # ____________________________

_____________________________________________

Expiration Date: ____________________

Just $28.99 for 1 Year Subscription

City: ________________________________________

PERSONAL DETAILS

State:____________________ Zip: _______________ Telephone (optional): __________________________

Name: _______________________________________ Email: _______________________________________

Terms and Conditions: This offer is for new subscribers only. Your subscription will start with the next available issue. You will receive 12 issues per year. Minimum term is 12 months.

Please complete payment details

Security Code (CVC): ________________

PAYMENT

BY CARD Signature: __________________________ PAYMENT Please chargeBY my:CHECK or CC

(Last 3 digits on signature strip)

Enclose this form (for CC) or a check made payable to “Motorhead Magazine” to: Motorhead Magazine Subscriptions, PO Box 8392, Cranston, RI 02920

VISA

MASTERCARD

AMEX

Address: _____________________________________

Card # ____________________________

_____________________________________________

Expiration Date: ____________________

VISIT OUR WEBSITE: GetMotorhead.com City: ________________________________________

State:____________________ Zip: _______________ Telephone (optional): __________________________

Missed an issue?

Visit issuu.com

Security Code (CVC): ________________

Facebook: Motorhead Magazine

(Last 3 digits on signature strip)

issuu for Signature: Search __________________________

“Motorhead Magazine” PAYMENT

BY CHECK or CCissues to read all back

GetMotorhead.com

Email: _______________________________________

Terms and Conditions: This offer is for new subscribers only. Your subscription will start with the next available issue. You will receive 12 issues per year. Minimum term is 12 months.

Enclose this form (for CC) or a check made payable to “Motorhead Magazine” to: Motorhead Magazine Subscriptions, PO Box 8392, Cranston, RI 02920

VISIT OUR WEBSITE: GetMotorhead.com

54| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

MOTORHEAD MAGAZINE CLASSIFIEDS AUTOS FOR SALE

AUTOS FOR SALE

PARTS FOR SALE

WANTED

2011 Toyota Corolla, 105,000 miles, 1 owner, 78 year old driver, good car, runs well, $6,900; Grow light 1000W, dirt cheap, $75; I screen calls, leave message: 401-739-9694

1980 Corvette, T-tops, red, white interior, P/S, BR, auto, A/C not working, new tires, new brk, new exh, new frt susp, trail good, runs well, needs rugs. Asking $12,000. 508-639-9786

Chevy 1969 Bel-Air front bumpers grills dash pads rear lamp hsg’s jack hook sold car parts must go. Gary: 401-349-3031

Old Minibikes, Old Dirt Bikes, Old Hondas Etc. 401-965-9012

1950 Packard, straight eight, four door sedan, three on the tree, former California car, starter may need to be rebuilt or replaced, two tone brown, asking $14,000 or best offer. 508-336-0663

1963 Nova 2 door hardtop 350, auto, p/s, pdb. New: Front fenders, interior, brakes, shocks (rear coilovers), exhaust, fuel cell, aluminum radiator, complete painless wiring kit, B&M shifter. Prof. mounted on G body frame. Done well. Body is decent. Finish your way. $6,000.00 401-732-6156 6-9 pm weekdays; weekend anytime.

OPPORTUNITIES

Sell your item here. 4 lines for $25* $1 each additional line. Mail in form below with check or credit card info.

1974 Jag, inspected, parts, 3wo, uv, bestoffer. 401-539-1192 or 401-601-8796.

1933 Chevy Hot Rod, auto, extra set of tires, selling due to sickness. Asking $25K or best offer. Please call anytime 401378-0325.

2005 Cadillac Deville, Gold package, Florida car, mint condition. $2,500. 401-9461070.

2001 Jaguar S-Type, 1 owner, 80K miles, mint condition. $2,500. 401-946-1070 1987 Corvette Coupe, excellent condition, white w/red interior, 94K miles. $10,000 or best offer. 401-651-3202.

1988 Jaguar XJS, tan, coupe, needs motor work, excellent condition, $1,200 radio rare classic European design, paint, body, interior very good, current market prices range from $3,000 to $20,000.

Must sell. Asking $3,500. 401-499-3928

Garage facility for lease! Three lifts, located at 1108 Park Ave., Cranston, RI, next to Auto Zone, high traffic count, great opportunity for ambitious mechanic. Call 401-946-1070

1964 Corvette Convertible with Hard Top, 327, CD, 44K miles, Std. Trans., Silver Body, Black Interior. 401-658-0489 1998 BMW 745Li, 116K, 4.4 V8 300+ horsepower, polo green, tan, loaded, mint, sunroof, CD, heated seats, power everything, new tires, recent tune up. $6,995 obo, rare German luxury, 78K new V8, RWD, all original. 401-442-9586 2011 Toyota Corolla, 105,000 miles, 1 owner, 78 year old driver, good car, runs well. $6,900; Grow Light 1000W, dirt cheap. $75. Screen calls, leave message: 401-739-9694

MOTORHEAD CLASSIFIED ADS ARE

We accept CASH, CHECK or CREDIT CARD

$

FOR SALE

Sell your item here. 4 lines for $25* $1 each additional line. Mail in form below with check or credit card info.

Fisher Snow Plow: 8 foot, HD, excellent condition, new plow pump motor, all controls and push plates and wiring came off 2004 Ford F-350. No reasonable offer refused. Call 401-946-0010

AUTOS FOR SALE

Vintage Restored Hondas CT 70s Dirt Bikes Four Wheelers Mopeds Etc. 401965-9012

Sell your item here. 4 lines for $25* $1 each additional line. Mail in form below with check or credit card info.

WANTED

Sell your item here. 4 lines for $25* $1 each additional line. Mail in form below with check or credit card info.

Plastic model kit cars, trucks, figures.

Need not be complete or unbuilt. Looking for older collections or single pieces.

Also looking for older automotive related toys: Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Tonka, Slot Cars. Gas & oil collectibles, Drag Racing and other auto related items. We also sell current model kits at below retail.

Call Bill at 401-225-3007.

25

for 4 lines

PAYMENT BY CHECK or CC $1 Enclose this form (for CC) or a check made payable to “Motorhead Magazine” to: Motorhead Magazine Classifieds PO Box 8392, Cranston, RI 02920

SALES & SERVICE

each add’l line

Sell your item here. 4 lines for $25* $1 each additional line. Mail in form below with check or credit card info.

SERVICES OFFERED Sell your item here. 4 lines for $25* $1 each additional line. Mail in form below with check or credit card info.

PAYMENT BY CARD Please charge my: VISA MASTERCARD AMEX Card #_____________________________ Expiration Date:_____________________ Security Code (CVC):_________________ (Last 3 digits on signature strip)

Signature:___________________________ For photo ads, please email photo(s) to motorheadmag@cox.net (Include contact info; put “classified ad” in subject line)

CATEGORIES:

q AUTOS FOR SALE q PARTS FOR SALE Name:______________________________ Phone (_____)_________________________ q MISCELLANEOUS Street:___________________________________________________________________ q HELP WANTED City:_____________________________ State____________ Zip Code________________ q SERVICES OFFERED DIRECTIONS: Place your ad in the boxes below - 1 word per box. Phone numbers and any word you would put a space q OPPORTUNITIES between count as 1 word. Abbreviating is allowed. Please select from the list of categories at right that are available. If q________________ UNIQUE CATEGORY you have a unique category please list it on the unique category line (no additional charge for unique category).

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

ADD $1 FOR EVERY 10 WORDS BELOW THIS LINE 31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

45

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

60

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Visit us at getmotorhead.com | 55

Just $28.99 for 1 Year Subscription

Please complete payment details

PAYMENT BY CARD PERSONAL DETAILS MOTORHEAD MAGAZINE ADVERTISER Please charge my:DIRECTORY Advertiser Phone Page Advertiser Phone Page Advertiser Phone Page RJ Souto Disposal Service ..................(508) 336-7125 .....19 Karl’s East Coast Speed ......................(401) 737-7932 .....12 A.R. Bucci Insurance ..........................(401) 354-8700 .....46 Name: _______________________________________ Rob’s Transmissions ...........................(401) 432-7535 ..OBC Kayros Auto Tech ...............................(401) 481-3870 .....49 Ace Powder Coa�ng ..........................(401) 578-4016 .......7 MASTERCARD Rob’s Automo�ve ..............................(508)AMEX 943-0009 .....43 KC’s Classic Burger Bar.......................(508) 316-0901VISA .....54 American Radiant ..............................(877) 214-2888 .....41 Rock N Road Ou�i�ers ......................(508) 832-4949 .....46 Keep Moving Ahead - Tanya Signore .(401) 487-9949 .......9 Apache Automo�ve ...........................(401) 648-8655 .....51 S & D Road Service ............................(401) 312-0017 .......8 K’s Kustom’s .......................................(401) 426-0778 .....43 Asia Grille ..........................................(401) 334-3200 .....53 Address: _____________________________________ Card # ____________________________ Auto Rust Technicians........................(401) 944-4444 .....51 Barnstorm Motorcycles Trucks Jeeps (774) 745-8252 .....35 Bob G’s Automo�ve ...........................(401) 921-6577 .....24 Cal Supply Company ..........................(401) 946-1300 .......7 Carr’s Collision Center .......................(401) 725-5261 .....14 Cerrone’s ...........................................(508) 761-4800 ....IFC Chief’s Mowers ..................................(401) 295-0600 .....46 Classic Auto Appraisal .......................(603) 534-8327 .......4 Columbus Energies ............................(508) 674-1492 .....42 Compe��ve Collision.........................(401) 767-2125 .....20 Con�’s Auto Service ...........................(401) 781-5770 .....21 Cruisade for Kids................................(401) 426-0778 .......1 CWS Gases .........................................(401) 942-4411 ... IBC D&D Chrome Pla�ng .........................(401) 575-6902 .....24 East Coast Customs ...........................(203) 490-8285 .....41 East Coast Restora�on .......................(401) 739-7711 .....43 Generator’s M.D. ...............................(401) 527-3074 .....49 GO Auto Performance .......................(603) 882-9600 .....10 Hardline Heat Trea�ng ......................(508) 764-6669 .....40 Henri’s Auto Repair............................(401) 762-2325 .....49 High Tech Engineering .......................(401) 723-0404 .....51 InterCity Contrac�ng .........................(401) 231-5025 .....14 J & S Scrap Metal & Recycling............(401) 946-3477 .....49 K&E Customs .....................................(978) 267-4197 .....17

Lech Garage & Autobody...................(508) 993-7661 .....43 M.C. Cycle ..........................................(508) 689-8036 .....45 Mason’s Racing Engines ....................(401) 934-9877 .....47 Miranda’s Auto Repair .......................(401) 451-3773 .....20 MPE Racing ........................................(508) 824-6322 .......9 Narraganse� Auto Repair ..................(401) 822-4465 .......3 Na�onal Speed Center ......................(860) 647-1353 .....42 New England Dry Stripping................(203) 268-7088 .....20 Noble High Performance ...................(203) 879-9948 .....19 Northeast Payroll Solu�ons ...............(401) 300-2345 .....19 Oaklawn Auto Service .......................(401) 942-9748 .....49 One Stop Trailer Shop ........................(603) 583-0087 .....46 Paintworks Unlimited ........................(603) 749-7536 .....19 Patch-It Paving ...................................(401) 785-9693 .....12 Paul’s Custom Exhaust .......................(508) 822-1066 .....24 Pawtucket Auto Body ........................(401) 726-2886 .....45 Performance Cycle Center .................(401) 660-9776 .....35 Phil’s Propane ....................................(401) 624-6395 .....25 Polished Perfec�on Auto Detailing ....(401) 999-1095 .....12 Providence Lacquer ...........................(888) 943-1700 .....10 R&R Machine.....................................(401) 732-3505 .......5 RDL Equipment ..................................(508) 252-4990 .....27 Reinbold Insurance Agency ...............(508) 695-0314 .....20 Rhode Island Dolls .............................(401) 765-6624 .....47

Sache� Classic Insurance ..................(401) 461-0900 .....20 Sgambato’s Service ............................(401) 231-9761 .....45 Smi�y’s Auto Service .........................(401) 821-3220 .....14 South County Repair..........................(401) 295-7360 .......4 Specialty Motor Cars .........................(978) 930-1004 .....11 Stephen J Dennis, A�orney ...............(401) 453-1355 .....49 Street Car Solu�ons ...........................(508) 839-7071 .....17 (Last 3 digits signature strip) Summit Medical Compassion Centeron(401) 889-3990 .....11 Superior Bakery .................................(401) 738-6444 .....53 Superior Insula�on ............................(860) 625-5388 .....42 Tasca Mod Shop.................................(888) 729-7778 .....26 Terminal Velocity ...............................(603) 402-9579 .....46 Terry Lynch 1933 Plymouth Coupe ....(401) 258-9651 .....11 The Enthusiast ...................................(401) 943-1050 .....51 Tom’s Lawn & Garden Equipment .....(401) 683-0002 .......7 Tool & Equipment Connec�on...........(888) 594-7800 .....41 TSR Racing Products ..........................(800) 394-5889 .....39 Twin Oaks Restaurant ........................(401) 781-9693 .....52 Valley Fuel .........................................(401) 823-8113 .....14 Westover Auto Salvage......................(413) 323-4210 .....12 Wheels N Deals .................................(401) 254-1111 .....17 Xtreme Restora�ons ..........................(401) 762-5544 .....38 Yankee Supply....................................(800) 232-7225 .....54

_____________________________________________ Expiration Date: ____________________ City: ________________________________________

State:____________________ Zip: _______________

Security Code (CVC): ________________

Signature: __________________________

Telephone (optional): __________________________ PAYMENT BY CHECK or CC Enclose this form (for CC) or a check Email: _______________________________________ made payable to “Motorhead Magazine” to: Motorhead Magazine Subscriptions, Terms and Conditions: This offer is for new subscribers only. Your subscription wil start with PO Box 8392, Cranston, RI 02920 the next available issue. You wil receive 12 issues per year. Minimum term is 12 months.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE: GetMotorhead.com Facebook: Motorhead Magazine

Missed an issue?

Visit issuu.com

Search issuu for “Motorhead Magazine” to read all back issues 56| Motorhead Magazine - April 2020

CALL 401-965-9012 TO ADVERTISE

Hobart Handler 210 MVP 500553 Reg $1116.00

Hobart Ironman 230 Mig Welder 500536 Reg $1,936.00

Millermatic 141 MIG Welder 907612 Reg $1,111.00

Miller Thunderbolt XL Stick Welder 903641 Reg $547.00

Miller Thunderbolt 160 DC Stick Welder 900721 Reg $611.00

Miller Maxstar150 STL Tig Welder 907135017 Reg $1,824.00

Miller Spectrum 375 X-Treme Plasma Cutter 907529 Reg $1,890.00

Millermatic 180 Mig Welder with Auto-set 907312 Reg $1,239.00

Millermatic 212 Mig Welder 907405 Reg $2,793.00

Sale $879.99

Sale $408.00

Sale $1495.00

Sale $1512.00

Sale $477.00

Sale $767.00

Sale $870.00

Sale $1573.00

Sale $2181.00

A L L P R O D U C T S A R E AVA I L A B L E W H I L E S U P P L I E S L A S T. C A L L F O R D E TA I L S !

1425 Park Avenue Cranston, RI phone. 401-942-4411 www.cranstonwelding.com

Serving Southeastern New England Call to get on our Automatic Delivery Schedule today!

members of

Locally Family Owned And Operated Since 1946

SERVICES OFFERED: Vehicle Transport (Nationwide) • Local Pick-up and Drop-off Services • Transmission Rebuilds and Repairs • Engine Performance Specialists Clutches • Electrical Diagnostics • Tires and Alignments • Brakes • Exhausts Tune-Ups • Steering and Suspension • Batteries and Charging • Air Conditioning Water Pumps • Timing Belts

36 MONTH/ 50,000 MILE WARRANTY With Rob’s

Customer Program Call for details

WE WILL BEAT THE COMPETITION! 11 ROSELAND AVENUE WARWICK RI • 401.432.7535

www.robstransmissions.com