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Goods & Services Directory #3 Spring 2015
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350 CATEGORIES • 10K PARTS • 2800 SUPPLIERS
AUTOMOBILES MOTORCYCLES PARTS & ACCESSORIES SPECIALTY SERVICES PERSONAL GEAR ENGINE COMPONENTS PUBLICATIONS DESTINATIONS & EVENTS FOR YOUR GARAGE ART & COLLECTIBLES CLUBS & CHATROOMS SCHOOLS
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Welcome to our MMR Spring 2015 Directory Guide #3 Seven years ago MMR began building a Goods & Services Directory of the selected companies we knew could help us all better appreciate our European cars and motorcycles. The directory now list 2,880+ companies supplying 10,000 products in 350 categories. Last fall we introduced this printed guide. It is a sample of the online directory. It introduces good products and services, and hopefully conveys to you why each supplier is worthy of your support. This issue is tinged with more than a little sadness as our dear friend, contributor and mentor, Denise McCluggage, passed away on May sixth. The final pages of the guide are dedicated to her love of life. Peter Bourassa Peter@MMRsite.com (508) 653-2367
European Motorsports AUTOMOBILES: VINTAGE & CLASSIC 30 Vintage & Classic Cars and Bikes + Original Art + Performance Engines + Automobilia + Knowledgeable Staff = European Motorsports: Worth the trip. www.EuropeanMotorsports.co
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Reliable Carriers
The competitive car transport business in America is premised on the fact that most people arrange their own shipping and base their decisions on the only common factor at hand, price. Here’s what many learn. Insurance varies by carrier. $5M is the lowest amount carried on every Reliable load. Experienced drivers matter. The average Reliable driver has been with the company more than 8 years. Delivery as promised is important. Reliable allows you to track your vehicle online.
SPECIALTY SERVICES: TRANSPORTERS – AUTOS
Reliable… and Timely and Courteous and Efficient
Having the right vehicle for the task saves you time and money. Reliable has 350 trucks in five configurations. GM, Ford, Chrysler, and Porsche transport their show and concept cars with Reliable. Every major Auction and Show endorses Reliable. Major companies insist on value. Shouldn’t you? Reliable Carriers – Vehicles Taken Seriously! Toll Free: 800-521-6393
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Autosports Marketing ART & COLLECTIBLES: POSTERS 1970 Battle of the Titans Own History! Celebrating Porsche’s first overall win at Le Mans in 1970 . Porsche finished 1-2-3. The Porsche 908 camera car shooting footage for Steve McQueen’s movie Le Mans finished 9th. Numbered and individually signed by 25 drivers. Included are photographs of each driver signing each print, a map of the Le Mans circuit, and a race lap chart. 27” x 39” $225
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Steve Austin’s Automobilia ART & COLLECTIBLES: MEMORABILIA
Perfect Hindsight. It’s difficult to believe that any 23-year-old artist could capture the ambiance and essence of a moment so perfectly. Especially a moment that occurred 33 years before she was born! Yet Masha’s image of the Monaco pits in 1959 does exactly that! As does her vision of the three Ferrari shark-noses on the Monaco grid two years later. Masha Pasichnyk has a Master’s degree in Fine Arts, is a recognized talent who has developed a unique technique. She has an uncanny ability to convey the drama of a moment we have all seen; McQueen in mid-air from The Great Escape, Moss in the winner’s circle, goggles about his neck. See more at: www.SteveAustinsAutomobilia.com Steve Austin is a motor racing art dealer. He offers originals, giclees and posters by Nicholas Watts, Alfred de la Maria and, of course, Masha.
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Autobooks - Aerobooks PUBLICATIONS: BOOKS The three most important things in life are good friends, good books, and first-rate plumbing - Noel Coward Equally important is a good bookkeeper; in our case, bookkeeper extraordinaire, Tina Van Curen of Autobooks-Aerobooks “in Burbank since 1951.” Words and automobiles have driven her life. From her mother she took a love of language and from her father she learned about European cars. Today, Tina and car-fixing husband Chuck own a book store, five Citroens, and three Alfas. Founded in the fifties by a car guy-racer, the store has always been a motorsports activity center. Over time it has grown to include aeronautical books and became Autobooks-Aerobooks. Under Tina’s stewardship, America’s best known auto book store is also online and continues to expand the selection of car, motorcycle and airplane books and videos. If you are in the area, stop by and meet like-minded enthusiasts, possibly attend a book signing, or simply walk the aisles in the company of thousands of your old and potentially new friends. Find more at www.Autobooks-Aerobooks.com
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Michael Furman - Photographer ARTS & COLLECTIBLES: PHOTOGRAPHY
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Accusump – Canton Racing Products PARTS & ACCESSORIES: OIL COOLERS
Ah! The Fluttering of Little Red Lights There are two things a Ferrari owner never wants to hear. The first is, “YOU BOUGHT A WHAT?” And the second is, “we have to tear down the engine.” In different ways, both are costly. Despite the fact that the 1978 WASRED 308 carried the required 7 quarts (U.S.) of engine oil, on sharp turns the little red low-oil warning light would still come on. That’s normal! Several years ago we installed an Accusump auxiliary three quart unit. The product description says it all: Offers more pre-oiling and surge protection. You don’t need to be driving a Ferrari to recognize the value of an extra 3 quarts of pressurized oil that can pre-oil your dry engine before ignition. Since installing an Accusump, we have never seen that dreaded red light, the engine doesn’t burn oil, and the oil pressure is always steady. That’s inexpensive piece of mind. Nothing left to fear except... “YOU BOUGHT ANOTHER WHAT?” www.CantonRacingProducts.com www.Accusump.com
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Automodello - Dreams Engaged ART & COLLECTIBLES: MODELS
The Road Less Travelled in the Model Seldom Seen. Jim Cowen is the driving force behind Automodello. Businessman, collector, and philanthropist through his model development company Diecasm, Jim has assembled an international team of talented enthusiasts to produce important collectible models. Automodello crafts the finest replicas of rare subject matter in accurate scale, with lustrous paint and finely detailed features for a finished work of remarkable elegance. Automodello offers product in 1:43 to 1:12 scale. Responding to a growing demand, the company is now producing 1:24 scale models. All are accompanied by a detailed history of the original. Cars in 1:24 such as the 1934 Duesenberg J Graber are now available and affordable. Upcoming models include 1954 Kaiser Darrin, 1937 Delage D-8 120 S Aero Coupe and a 1:12 1967 Jim Clark Lotus 49. Join Automodello on the road, desk or shelf‌ wherever dreams are engaged. Call us toll-free at (877) 343-2276 or visit us at www.Automodello.com
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Sport Auto by Bill Pollard SPECIALTY SERVICES: ENGINE BUILDERS The Art of Engine Building Today’s auto engines are controlled by computers and built to tolerances that only machines can achieve. If you own a vintage Ferrari, you have a different animal. Because fuel in Europe was expensive, performance cars of the day came in smaller packages that used aluminum wherever possible. Ferrari engine designers Colombo and Lampredi were artisans. They recognized that though lighter aluminum components had less structural rigidity than cast iron and required great care during assembly. Bill Pollard is building a V-12 engine. He explains that two engines accelerate to 8,000 RPM. One engine will accelerate more quickly and effortlessly. This is a result of numerous assemblies and disassemblies to hand scrape the journals in order to attain perfectly uniform clearances. To a layman, the difference is imperceptible; he has no basis for comparison. Bill has. He has built over a hundred Ferrari motors. Introduce your engine to Bill Pollard. You will both feel better. www.SportAutoByBillPollard.com
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Richard Ellert AUTOMOBILES: VINTAGE & CLASSIC
For Sale: 1954 Citroen Traction Avant – Be Its Third Owner! French-born Richard Ellert returned to America from 10 difficult years of business consulting in China and in need of a project. Imagine finding a car, iconic in his native country, that had been stored in the desert for 40 years, then stripping it to its frame and building it back up bolt by bolt, nut by nut, until it is actually better than when it left the factory. The original owner had purchased the T/A new in France while working as a civilian engineer for the U.S. Navy. He brought it home with him to California and Richard purchased it from his estate in 2012. Completely restored. Paint and tuning by recognized Citroen experts. Pity there are few of these cars in the U.S. Are there any better? Not likely. Contact rellert@mac.com or visit www.1954CitroenTA.Wordpress.com x
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EAS - European Auto Solutions SPECIALTY SERVICES: MERCEDES & BMW SERVICE
EAS Offering a New Dimension In the nine years since European Auto Solutions (EAS) opened its doors, Tim, Ed, and Scott have built a loyal base of Mercedes and BMW owners who trust them with the maintenance of their modern and vintage cars. In nine years they have become specialists in finding, assessing and servicing a growing number of 380 - 450 - 560SLs for their customers. In 1971, Mercedes replaced its “pagoda� styled 280SL with a new R107 model V8 450SL roadster. Emission and safety standards were changing. Management calculated that Americans were ready for a more powerful, comfortable and safer car. This became the Mercedes sports model until 1989. Today, well-preserved survivors are hard to find and the market for them is appreciating. EAS recently became a licensed dealer and with the help of luxury car specialist, Paul Downey, is specializing in the sale of 380 - 450 - 560SLs. Looking for a powerful, comfortable, and safe vintage GT car? EAS has a substantial inventory of R107s from which to choose. Visit them at www.VirtualEAS.com or call 781-642-0667
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Suixtil USA
B PERSONAL GEAR: APPAREL
A Private Handshake Among Those Who Know Long before we owned the clothes, the Suixtil story owned us. Once upon a time, Grand Prix racing was a sport. Automobile manufacturers raced against each other in noisy battles across the European landscape. The drivers, all famous, were sportsmen and national heroes. Postwar Europe was besotted with Grand Prix racing and its daring young pilots. Suixtil seized the opportunity. Driving for Ferrari, Maserati, and Mercedes, Argentine drivers Fangio and Gonzales introduced stylish blue driving suits to the drivers and Suixtil casual wear to the remainder of the Grand Prix paddock. Media images and stories brought Suixtil’s distinctive logo to the consciousness of a reawakening Europe. Suixtil won five world championships and having made their point, went home. As it did in the day, Suixtil clothing confers upon the wearer a sense of style, confidence, and comfort. *Brescia shirt, Silverstone jacket, and Original Race Pants as shown
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Several months ago we received a single white page in the mail. It contained a note of apology by the author of Alice in Wonderland to a young friend. I read it and smiled. It has loitered about on my desk ever since. Every once in a while I pick it up, read it and smile again. A little whimsy in one’s life is really not a bad thing, is it? Dub this… A Whimsy Break. pb How to Apologize for Standing Someone Up My dear Annie: This is indeed dreadful. You have no idea of the grief I am in while I write. I am obliged to use an umbrella to keep the tears from running down on to the paper. Did you come yesterday to be photographed? And were you very angry? Why wasn’t I there? Well the fact was this — I went out for a walk with Bibkins, my dear friend Bibkins — we went many miles from Oxford — fifty — a hundred, say. As we were crossing a field full of sheep, a thought crossed my mind, and I said solemnly, “Dobkins, what o’clock is it?” “Three,” said Fipkins, surprised at my manner. Tears ran down my cheeks. “It is the HOUR,” I said. “Tell me, tell me, Hopkins, what day is it?” “Why, Monday, of course,” said Lupkins. “Then it is the DAY!” I groaned. I wept. I screamed. The sheep crowded round me, and rubbed their affectionate noses against mine. “Mopkins!” I said, “you are my oldest friend. Do not deceive me, Nupkins! What year is this?” “Well, I think it’s 1867,” said Pipkins. “Then it’s the YEAR!” I screamed, so loud that Tapkins fainted. It was all over: I was brought home, in a cart, attended by the faithful Wopkins, in several pieces. When I have recovered a little from the shock, and have been to the seaside for a few months, I will call and arrange another day for photographing. I am too weak to write this myself, so Zupkins is writing it for me. Your miserable friend, Lewis Carroll
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Evans Cooling Systems
Having owned British cars and American hot rods in the sixties, we have had more than our share of events involving overheating engines and hot splashing coolant hitting the pavement at our feet. Engines have traditionally been cooled either by air or by a mixture of water and ethyl glycol. Systems are pressurized to raise the boiling point (3 degrees per pound of pressure) and that constitutes a “safe margin” between the operating temperature and the boiling point. The boiling point of Evans Waterless Engine Coolant is 375 degrees. That is a 150 degree safety margin! It means the cooling system needn’t be pressurized at all!
PARTS & ACCESSORIES: RADIATORS
Prepare to be Astounded
Unlike water, Evans Waterless Engine Coolants do not have a corrosive effect on the metals of the cooling system. This alone should make it worth your investment. Collector Jay Leno has used Evans Waterless Engine Coolant in his classic cars for over 16 years and tells a great story in his video on the home page of the website.
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Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park DESTINATIONS & EVENTS: RACE TRACKS
Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park Drivers Club, Vintage Race Track. Less than an hour from Boston MA, Hartford CT, and Providence RI, lies historic Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park in Thompson, CT. It is the home of The Drivers Club. Limited to 200 members interested in members-only track days on the newly re-constructed Thompson Speedway road course. Private instruction is available, as is access to the Raceway Golf Club Restaurant. • Junior, Individual, Senior, Family and Corporate memberships available • Complimentary Garage Space • Members/Guest Driving Program • Complimentary membership to 18 hole Raceway Golf Club
The Track Thompson Speedway celebrates its 75th Anniversary! On May 26, 1940, the “Indianapolis of the East” opened to the public. It was the first asphalt track in America. From 1952 thru 1967 the SCCA held sports car races using part of the oval and an adjoining road course. In 2013, Thompson began reconstructing the road course and 2015 will be the first full year of operation. • 1.7 Mile Road Course – 5/8 Mile Oval • 30 Stall Garage and Sunoco Fuel Station • Available for Private or Corporate events • Full Restaurant Facilities
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Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park CLUBS AND CHATROOMS: TRACK CLUBS
Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park – Luxury Accommodation.
Whether you are visiting Connecticut’s Quiet Corner for family motorsports activities, golf or a corporate retreat, the Samuel Watson House Bed & Breakfast on Thompson Hill should be your activity center. This comfortably updated 18th century home is located 5 minutes from Thompson Speedway and at the center of Connecticut tourist activities. Secure parking is available for race cars. Learn more at www.SamuelWatsonHouse.com
Upcoming TSMP Events: May 28 thru 30: Formula Lites. A double-race weekend at TSMP. SCCA sanctioned Pro-Series Formula Lites, where talented young drivers demonstrate their racing skills as they look to make their way up the open-wheel racing ladder. June 18 Thru 21: 2nd Annual Vintage Motorsports Festival. Three days of VRG and VSCCA vintage racing. This event features vintage formula cars, sports racers, sports cars, vintage production and more! To learn more, visit us at: www.ThompsonSpeedway.com
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Chuck Harders Automobilia
He is a seeker. And remarkably successful finder. His secret is simple. He has an equal passion for every good piece he finds and its story. Whether it is a slightly weathered BF Goodrich sign or a once neglected Fyre Drop Gas pump, Chuck is equally excited to share their histories with collectors. Chuck Harders pumps grace many a collector’s garage and while he is best known for the preserved and restored gas pumps and vintage signs, his offering is far from limited to Americana. He has a fine selection of European radiator mascots including a spectacular early 20th century crystal Eagle Head by Rene Lalique.
PERSONAL GEAR: APPAREL
ART & COLLECTIBLES: MEMORABILIA
Diverse Treasures
If you are looking for something special, Chuck may be of help. He has no website at this time but can be contacted at www.facebook.com/chucksrestorations Mobile: (904) 424-7210
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Bassett’s, Inc. SPECIALTY SERVICES: RESTORATION
The Details Also Contain Angels Bill Bassett is alright. He has been in business 42 years, looks 20 years younger than his age, and manages a restoration business that is recognized for its high quality workmanship. Bassett’s, Inc. repairs classic and vintage cars and specialize in Jaguars. Bruce Colby does the leatherwork. Jim Darrow does Bassett’s mechanics. Mo Mancini is the wood expert. All are master craftsmen. Bassett’s machine shop makes parts, rebuilds engines, and amazingly, makes its own louvers. Yes, louvers! It is Bill’s attention to detail that defines Bassett’s. And explains why much of their work is correcting and completing what others have begun. They welcome work on Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and surprisingly to me… motorcycles. Bill has an enviable collection of vintage British and Italian motorcycles. He rides every possible weekend. And that explains his slight limp. He is a member of the club. www.BassettsInc.com Sourcing the Exceptional
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CMA Models, Inc. ART & COLLECTIBLES: MODELS
Wealthy Lilliputians to Sell Off Vintage Cars? The Emperor of Lilliput announces that Marshall Buck of CMA Models Inc. has been appointed Official Auctioneer and will oversee the world’s first Miniature Car Auction on December 25th in Lilliput! With Gulliver’s departure, the Lilliputland Amusement Park lost its feature attraction and closed. However, once Mr. Swift got the word out, the event put Lilliput on the map! Granted, a small one, but nonetheless larger people came from everywhere to view the tiny community and, as a result, it has prospered. The Emperor is quoted as saying “Let RM, Gooding, and the remainder have Paris and Vegas; we want CMA to manage our sale because Buck is Little Cars!” In the meantime the cars below and more are available for sale at his site, www.CMAmodels.com
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David Bull Publishing
For two decades David Bull Publishing has produced the best books on automobiles and motorsports. In 1996 our first title, Sebring, was named Book of the Year by the American Auto Racing Writers and Broadcasters Association. Since then we’ve continued to win praise from readers and reviewers for books that are well written, carefully researched, and beautifully designed.
PUBLICATIONS: BOOKS
Because The Best Cars and Drivers Deserve The Best Books
Over the years our titles have included definitive biographies of great drivers, histories of racing at Watkins Glen and Daytona, and essential guides for riding and tuning motorcycles. Many of our books are also available in limited Publisher’s Editions which have been signed by such legendary names as Mario Andretti, Dan Gurney, Niki Lauda, and Stirling Moss. Two of our latest titles, Lancia and De Virgilio: At The Center and 911 x 911 are shown here. For more information and images from all of our books, please visit www.BullPublishing.com or call 602-852-9500.
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Montrose Trailers PARTS & ACCESSORIES: TRAILERS - AUTOMOBILE - MOTORCYCLE
Backbone Counts In 1971 Gary Palinsky, an employee of GM’s Engineering Department, was shopping for a utility trailer. He couldn’t find what he wanted so he designed and built his own. A neighbor saw it, liked it and offered Gary more than he could refuse. Montrose Trailers was born.
The Montrose Trailer design concept has never changed: • A strong light frame is the backbone of every unit. • The integrity of the structure must never be dependent on its walls and roof. • The overall strength of the frame dictates the safe performance of the trailer. It also permits aerodynamic changes that cut fuel costs and multiple accesses that make it more usable. • A lifetime guarantee. If you are destined to own two, your second one will be a Montrose Trailer. www.MontroseTrailers.com
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Exclusive Escapes SPECIALTY SERVICES: TRAVEL – LUXURY
For Some, Bespoke Travel is a Luxury‌ for Others, a Necessity Santa Fe in September is special. Like the delicate flowers in the High Desert that surround it, Santa Fe blossoms! Now in its fourth year, the Santa Fe Concorso is also peaking. Exclusive Escapes can make the event unforgettable with a tailor-made travel experience. Founder Eileen Spear has travelled extensively worldwide. She has experienced what many travelers go through and knows that better is possible. Exclusive Escapes was founded for people with high expectations by someone who understands how to meet them. Planning luxury travel for yourself or a small group? Need ideas and travel arrangements? Speak with an advisor at Exclusive Escapes. www.Exclusive-Escapes.com
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Racemaker Press PUBLICATIONS: BOOKS
Filling in the Gaps Joe Freeman is the founder and publisher of Racemaker Press, an award-winning producer of racing books for adults and children. He is also a classic car collector, an historian and archivist, a racer of vintage Indy-cars and a judge at Pebble Beach. This active involvement in motorsports informs the direction of his company. The Racemaker Press American Racing History Series encourages scholarly research into important areas of the sport’s history. Generally, these subjects may not have been previously written about in such depth. The series focuses specifically on research related to motorsports personalities, drivers, tracks, and marques. The following books have been published as part of this series: Frank Lockhart: American Speed King (2012), Hard Luck Lloyd: The Complete Story of SlowTalking, Fast-Driving Texan Lloyd Ruby, (2013), Jim McGee: Crew Chief Of Champions
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Bill Patterson Art
• You don’t like it. • Your wife loves it.
ART & COLLECTIBLES: ORIGINAL ART, POSTERS & PRINTS
10 Reasons Not to Buy this Bill Patterson Painting!
• It doesn’t go with the couch. • There are no walls in your house. • Your 2-year-old did one just like it. • You don’t care that the artist has captured a moment when rival Mercedes F1 drivers are jostling for a corner. • You never noticed that each driver’s helmet reflects what he is thinking: both are looking through the corner. Hamilton, the leader, is also looking in his mirror to determine exactly when he must commit. Too soon; contact. Too late; loss of position. • It hasn’t occurred to you just how much talent is required to transfer a heartbeat in time to canvas. • Or that the ice colored racing cars are set in the blast furnace heat that envelops them. • You are not aware that Bill Patterson is a world famous motorsports artist. Possessing original art is one step away from the talent of the artist. Learn more at www.BillPattersonArt.com
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Michlmayr PERSONAL GEAR: WATCHES
About Time. People who enjoy expensive cars often also enjoy expensive watches. The following is a cautionary tale about an issue that has recently come to our attention and a company that offers a solution. Two valuable watches, returned for routine cleaning or service, were reported “lost” by their repair facility. The initial settlement offers by the repair facility’s insurance companies never attempted to compensate for their historic or sentimental value. Since the watches were not in their possession at the time of the loss, their owner’s insurance company is not liable. Michlmayr Clock & Watchmakers are based in the UK; only a Fed-Ex shipment away. Established in 1958, they sell and restore watches and can provide vintage watch valuations. They also manufacture watches. Before you embark on your next watch adventure, a brief conversation with Simon Michlmayr may be helpful. From the USA: 01144-1603-403687 www.Michlmayr.com
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The Finish Line – Chapal – Bell USA
It could be successfully argued that in the evolution of motorsports safety equipment, nothing had a more significant impact (excuse the pun) than the introduction of the Bell 500TX helmet. The 1960s saw huge advances in safety equipment; Improved belts, seats and Nomex driving suits made a difference, but it was the Bell 500TX that revolutionized racing headwear. It was safer, far more comfortable, and attractive. Images of Clark, Hill, Gurney, and Foyt, their faces framed by Bell helmets, are indelibly etched in our racing memories.
PERSONAL GEAR: HELMETS
Classic Style Has Returned!
Today, Chapal, one of the oldest and the most successful manufacturers of vintage racing gear, based on a design by The Finish Line, Inc., has developed a leather trimmed full face shield to accompany two new iterations of classic open-faced Bell helmets. Both FIA and Snell approved. Learn more at: TheFinishLineStore.com
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eEuroparts.com PARTS & ACCESSORIES: PORSCHE, BMW, MERCEDES-BENZ PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
The Ever Changing Replacement Market At the beginning of the 20th century, owning an automobile was synonymous with rare and expensive. Repairs were done by the factory, and occasionally by local blacksmiths. By mid-century, the parts supply chain evolved, and repair work had shifted to dealers and independent repair shops. In the eighties, the number of owners doing work on their vehicles grew enough to have the segment earn its own acronym: DIY, Do-It-Yourselfers! By the nineties, computerized engine, drivetrain, and suspension systems came about, deterring all but the most talented (and best equipped) DIYers. Now in the 21st century, vehicles are designed and sold with more complete assemblies and modules, rather than small individual components. Competitively priced assemblies and kits have simplified the replacement process, and as such the requirement of many special tools. DIYers are back! NOW! eEuroparts.com, your online center for European OE and aftermarket replacement parts, introduces eEuro Assemblies. These pre-assembled spring strut assemblies are made with the best OE and aftermarket parts and assembled in-house, for a variety of vehicles. Call our customer service department at 800-467-9769 to realize how eEuroparts can help you save hundreds on once costly repairs. www.eEuroparts.com
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O.D.D. Parts Fabrication SPECIALTY SERVICES: FABRICATION - CUSTOM
Why change a failed part for its identical replacement? Early automotive switches were made of brass and wood. Eventually they were replaced by Bakelite, and then by the less brittle modern plastics we know today. In the 70s Vitalone supplied the handsome and complex multi-function switches used in “modern� Ferraris. But with age the plastic shrank, cracked and the switches failed. Jim Simpson reconstitutes these switches with a plastic called Methyl Methacrylate. A new product developed for the medical industry to make prosthetic attachments to bones. He also reinforces the critical axis fulcrum areas by spot-welding a steel wire underlayment. Ergo, a far better mousetrap. He has made over 800 of these switches. Watch the video MMR made with Jim on YouTube @MMRsite.com or visit the website at www.OddParts.net
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Directory Index DEPARTMENT
CATEGORY
COMPANY
Art & Collectibles
Original Artist
Bill Patterson Art
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Art & Collectibles
Models
Automodello
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Art & Collectibles
Posters
Autosports Marketing
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Art & Collectibles
Photography
Michael Furman - Photography 9
Art & Collectibles
Original Artist
Steve Austin
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Art & Collectibles
Memorabilia
Chuck Harders Automobilia
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Art & Collectibles
Models
CMA Models
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Automobiles
Vintage & Classic
Richard Ellert
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Automobiles
Mercedes-BMW Service EAS - European Auto Solutions 14
Destinations and Events
Racetrack
Thompson Speedway
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Parts & Accessories
Radiators
Evans Coolant
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Parts & Accessories
Trailers - Auto
Montrose Trailers
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Parts & Accessories
Porsche-Audi
eEuroparts
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Parts & Accessories
Jaguar Parts
Bassett Jaguar Parts
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Parts & Accessories
Steering Wheels
Lempert Wheels
Parts & Accessories
Oil Coolers
Accusump
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Personal Gear
Helmets, Gloves, Shoes
Chapal
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Personal Gear
Clothing
Suixtil USA
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Personal Gear
Watches
Michlmayr
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Publications
Book Store
Autobooks-AeroBooks
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Publications
Books
Racemaker Press
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Publications
Books
Bull Publications
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Specialty Services
Ferrari Service
European Motorsports
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Specialty Services
Transport-Automobile
Reliable Carriers
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Specialty Services
Ferrari Service
Sport Auto by Bill Pollard
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Specialty Services
Fabricator
ODD Parts
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Specialty Services
Travel Luxury
Exclusive Escapes
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Valued reader, Time is valuable and we thank you for spending yours with us. The goal of this Directory Guide is to edify and entertain in the hope that you will favor our listing companies with your support. In the end, this book is all about people. The people who make the products, the people who sell and in some cases install them, and the fellow enthusiasts, with whom we enjoy them. In this, our third issue, we have introduced to you a fraction of the 2800+ companies in our online Goods & Services Directory at www.MMrsite.com. We hope you enjoyed it. Dream wildly, drive safely, Peter Bourassa Publisher
Denise was a remarkable woman. Everyone I knew loved her. She was quick in a race car, tremendously bright, consistently funny, and always positive. She was also unfailingly kind and epitomized what our mothers told us growing up: “If you don’t have anything nice to say about someone, don’t say anything at all.” These qualities made her both respected and beloved. We will all miss her terribly. A good example of Denise in her creative element was one of the numerous conversations we had about two books she hoped to produce (her busy schedule meant neither happened). One was a collection of her photographs, predominately racing personalities and cars of the fifties and early sixties in lush Kodachrome. The other was to be a sequel to her compilation, By Brooks too Broad for Leaping. That title impressed me as a lovely image—poetic and evocative. I asked her about its origin, assuming she appropriated it from 19th century literature. I was chuffed to learn that it was indeed from a 19th century poem she had studied in school by A.E. Housman. I never ceased to be amazed by the breadth of her knowledge and the use she made of it. David Bull
Denise McCluggage 1927 - 2015 This image was taken by Tom Burnside at Nassau Speed Week – 1956 and appears in the book American Racing which she and Tom co-authored.
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