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Performance in Motion Publications 1100 The Queensway Toronto, ON M8Z 1P7 Phone: 416-259-3678 • Fax: 416-259-6433 EDITOR/PUBLISHER Bob McJannett bmcj@performanceinmotion.ca Phone: 416-259-3678 U.S. ADVERTISING Dick Van Cleve Phone: 1-818-506-7773 PRODUCTION DESIGN Rob McJannett rmcj@performanceinmotion.ca CONTRIBUTORS Thomas Anderson Danny Bailey Mike Goodwin Kristine Kringle Bob McJannett Robert Michaelson Greg Miller Leonard F. Slye with Bonnie Staring as the Reluctant Passenger ILLUSTRATIONS Kayvene PROOFREADER Spike “The Machine” LaVigne MOVING? Please let us know! E-mail both your old & new address to: moving@performanceinmotion.ca Return undeliverables to: 1100 The Queensway Toronto, ON M8Z 1P7 PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO. 40609642 PERFORMANCE IN MOTION is published six times a year: February, April, June, August, October and December. Circulation is 30,000+ (ISSN 1703-8421) Copyright ©2008 All rights reserved by Performance In Motion Publishing. The fine print: We respect your privacy, and do NOT sell our mailing list. This magazine may not be reprinted without express permission of Performance In Motion Publishing. (We’re nice guys, just ask!) All opinions are those of our writers, most of whom have sniffed too much paint fumes. The information presented is via said paint huffers from which there can be no responsibility by the Publishers as to legality, completeness and accuracy. Be good to the environment - recycle this magazine to your friends. If you enjoy our magazine, be sure to let us know! Get well soon, Dick!
ell, in the first month since Bill 203 has been in effect, media reports claim the police have impounded 1,057 vehicles. Leaving their owners stranded at the side of the road or, if you were impounded from one of the 400 series highways, at a service center. Your drivers license was suspended for 7 days, while your vehicle is towed to the nearest impound lot. You had no opportunity to defend yourself, you were guilty in the eye of the officer and off you went. Th is brings up a number of questions: Q. If Bill 203 was created to stop street racing, why are the bulk of these accused not racing anyone? How can one person race? A. These are not racers, they are speeders. Q. Why did all these people decide to drive 50km over the limit in October? Are the police trying to tell us that no one drove this fast in the past? Wasn’t 50 km over considered speeding, if so why weren’t the police catching them then? A. People have been driving 50 km over for years. Just try driving at 120km up the 400 and see how many people blow by you as if you are parked. It is the new much higher fines that have the police doing their jobs. (Who says this isn’t just a cash grab) Q. If you are one of the people whose car is impounded what is the cost? A. Depends on where you live. In Bellville the towing charge will be $48 with the impound fee being $10 per day for a total of $118. In West Toronto the towing fee will be $118 and daily impound $32 for a total of $342. Now add in the cab ride home and any other expense you incur while waiting out your suspension. If we round it out to $500 per instance and assume only half will be convicted, we are looking at an out of pocket expense of $250,000.
Q. What will happen to your record when the magistrate throws the “Curbside Conviction” out of court? A. No one knows. In theory your license has been suspended for seven days and when asked on your insurance policy you would have to answer that your license had been suspended. Once you tell them that, step back, that huge rushing sound will be the additional money they will be draining from your account to continue to insure you. We won’t even get into a discussion of the effect these unjust “Curbside Convictions” will have on your insurance rates. What can you do? Well if you are one of the unfortunates caught up in this knee jerk political gesture against street racing, take your case to court. If everyone shows up in court, the officers forced to spend their time will think twice about the quality of their charges and magistrates will soon tire of the more frivolous ones. I repeat, TAKE EVERY CASE TO COURT. Finally if you have been caught up in this draconian law and feel you were nothing more than a speeder, let us know the circumstances. We are interested in following your cases.
Q. How much money will the politicians gain through this program? A. The minimum fine for a first time conviction is $2000, maximum is $10,000. Assuming half are convicted and all get the minimum fine, Ontario’s coffers will swell by $1,000,000. That is a million in a month! (still don’t think it’s a cash grab?) Q. Will you be able to get your out of pocket expenses reimbursed if found not guilty? A. Fat chance! The only hope here will be to get a number of those people who were wrongly convicted together to sue the province. P|M • December/January 2008
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Spending some time on my S-Dime
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Thanks to my trusty grinder, I cut an inch of f the boltand will still be a ble to reuse it.
I did not have another bolt to use if I destroyed it, and was not willing to spend countless hours dropping the gas tank.
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the Border crossing guard, as they have “Place of residence?” asked millions of times previously. Th is purposely-ambiguous question always throws me off even though I know that its ambiguity is intended to unsettle those who might be trying to cross the border improperly. I used to answer “Canada”, thinking that the intent is to determine citizenship; and then the officer would ask “province and city?” Now, I just answer “Port Dover, Ontario.”
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Chris Simmons, The man who started it all. As soon as I tell the border guard that I’m a resident of this small, population 5,500, southwestern Ontario town, the whole demeanor of the conversation changes and the phrase “Friday the 13th” becomes the central theme. The guard’s next comment is that they were working during the last Friday the 13th and dealt with the influx of motorcycles crossing the border, or, the guard was not working that day and attended the event or saw the news coverage. Friday the 13th in Port Dover is the largest one-day motorcycle event in Canada certainly, and possibly North America. This gathering of bikers from all walks of life has grown organically, with no input from any form of government. The roots of the event hark back to 1971 when George Simons gave his son a Rupp mini-bike; not realizing that he would be instilling a life-long passion in his son Chris. Chris Simons has since owned several dozen motorcycles. He knows bikes inside and out. Chris also had a well-known bike shop in Port Dover called “Bikers’ Delight.” The Friday the 13th tradition started in 1981. That was the same year that a group of head-banging teenagers came together in Los
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Angeles to form Metallica; despite a recent assassination attempt, the President of the United States remained Ronald Regan; Pierre Trudeau was Prime Minister of Canada and Bill Davis was the Premier of Ontario. The Rolling Stones were singing “Start Me Up” (the first time…not for Microsoft Corporation) and “An American Werewolf in London” was playing in the theatres. Against this backdrop, Chris Simons and about 25 friends, through word of mouth, got together at “The Zoo Bar” in the Commercial Hotel, now known as Angelo’s of Dover. It was Friday, November 13. They had such a great time that they decided they should do it every Friday the 13th. And so the tradition was born. Every Friday the 13th thereafter, the number of people attending the event has increased. Chris has a suitcase full of newspaper and magazine clippings regarding Friday the 13th, and he has become something of a local celebrity because of it. Everywhere he goes, people have heard of Friday the 13th. Although the event started with “biker types,” and there is still a large contingent of bikers who attend, the scope has expanded to in-
clude all types of two-wheeled and sometimes three-wheeled riders. There is a strong sport bike contingent, many metric cruisers, touring riders and even a few scooterists. One of the major trends recently has been the increase in women riding their own bikes, both cruisers and sport bikes. Everyone is welcomed. During a Friday the 13th event, the Main Street and several other streets are closed to automobile traffic and the “No Parking – Motorcycles Excepted” signs go up throughout the downtown. Bikes are parked along both sides of the streets and along the centre line creating an amazing motorcycle show. The entrances to the town are closed to cars, and huge parking lots are set up on the perimeter of the town with shuttle busses to bring spectators in to participate. Several service groups set up beer tents
with live bands to keep the crowds entertained. Vendors sell everything from t-shirts to leather wear to complete motorcycles. The event is now managed by PD13 Inc., a not-forprofit volunteer organization whose mandate is to operate the event in the best interests of the diverse group of stakeholders, including; residents, participants, businesses, police, vendors, fire and emergency services. The funds raised by PD13 are used to benefit the community. Charities supported include: Camp Trillium, Alzheimer’s Society, Port Dover Museum, Norfolk General Hospital and several others. Recently the Leos (the junior members of the Lions Club) were handed a cheque which completed their fundraising and allowed them to purchase playground equipment to be installed in a local park. The most recent event, held on Friday, July 13, 2007 attracted a staggering 150,000 people, who enjoyed an incident-free beautiful day. A good time was had by all. The next event is Friday, June 13, 2008; rain or shine! For more information visit: www.PD13.com; www.inportdover.com. P|M • December/January 2008
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1952 Mercury M1 1/2-ton pickup Story and Photography by: Robert Michaelson
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lenn Reeves’ interest in cars was sparked by trips to the legendary Harvey’s on Jane Street. Known at the time as “Home of the Hot Ones,” Harvey’s on Jane, was the place to see or be seen if you were a car nut in Toronto in the 1960’s.
Fast forward to five years ago. Glenn, after building and driving a 1927 T-coupe, wanted something different. He came upon a 1952 Mercury M1 1/2ton pickup. Over the next five years, Glenn transformed it into the great truck you see here.
Glenn is quick to point out that his truck is all-steel, no bondo here. When these photos were taken, Glenn’s truck was just completed with only 200 troublefree miles on it. Glenn considers this truck to be the best thing he has ever done with cars.
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Tidy truck interior features a tilt steering column, Quad gauges and a Budnick steering wheel. The bench seat was transplanted from a 70s GMC truck. Late-model stereo with four speakers provides the tunes. P|M • December/January 2008
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Under the hood rests a 350 cubic inch Chevrolet small-block engine with an Edelbrock aluminum performer intake and carburetor. Billet aluminum valve covers and a Cadillac-style air cleaner completes the look.
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Chevy Small-Block Cylinder Heads You probably thought that everything possible that could be written about modifying Chevrolet heads had already been written. Not so. Cylinder head technology has been constantly changing so an up-to-date book will help you build a set of heads that encompass all the latest treatments. In 144 pages, author Graham Hansen takes you through the latest thoughts on cylinder head technology. He explains the differences between street and race prepared heads and reviews virtually all the aftermarket cylinder heads currently available, comparing three separate segments, small, medium and large port versions.
Chapters review porting techniques, cylinder head rebuilding and assembly, combustion chamber theory, and more. The two chapters explaining matching cams to cylinder heads and creating complete power packages are worth the price alone.
Chevy Small Block Cylinder Heads • By Graham Hansen • Published by SA Design • SA#125 •
HIGH PERFORMANCE DIESEL BUILDERS GUIDE For years, the diesel engine has been looked upon as a necessary evil. They are noisy and loud, but were popular with truckers, particularly those who do a lot of towing. They were kind of the Rodney Dangerfield of engines. Once, diesel fuel was dramatically cheaper than gasoline, but those days are gone. Suddenly, people are using diesels for off-roading, drag racing and other types of performance applications. Finally, these engines are getting some respect. The massive amounts of low-end torque available make them great bases for high performance use. However, they respond to modifications in different ways from gas engines.
Joe Pettitt’s new book “High Performance Diesel Builder’s Guide” explains the inner workings of these engines and tells you how to make them into torque monsters. With proper modifications these engines will provide serious horsepower. No matter if you are just looking to improve your truck’s performance or if you are planning to go racing in a diesel class, this book will help you do it.
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Sirius Review By Rob McJannett
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• Precision CNC machined A354 T-6 cast alloy housing for maximum accuracy • Centerless ground shaft reduces friction and provides concentric operation • 50,000 Volt coil with dust cover • High-output GM style module • A hardened steel gear machined to exact tolerances for a tighter mesh with cam gear • Direct plug-in replacement for easy OEM style plug and play installation • Replacement, Blueprinted and Chevy race models available
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late May, the Toronto Aerospace Museum and Downsview Park held their second annual Wings and Wheels Heritage Festival. Those who attended experienced the sights, sounds and smells of both vintage aircraft and vintage cars. A number of the hangers were open displaying both planes and a number of works in progress. This is the location that holds the Aerospace Museum’s work shops. The Festival celebrated the 60th anniversary of DHC-2 Beaver aircraft designed and built right there in Downsview by De Havilland Aircraft. The first flight of this pioneering plane flew from Downsview Airport on August 16, 1947. The beaver has been one of the most enduring commercial aircraft, with many of them still being flown today, a tribute to the Canadian craftsmen who designed and built it. During the time we were there, a couple of these aircraft flew in. Another highlight was to see the full-size replica that the museum has built of the legendary supersonic jet interceptor, the Avro Arrow. The plane that was to have put Canadian aircraft manufacturing on the map. Thanks, Dief! In addition to the planes and cars, there were a couple of authors attending with books of interest to the flying enthusiast. Peter Zuuring willingly signed his Arrow Scrapbook and a number of other titles he had written, detailing the Arrow fiasco. What a shame that is, even today. In another corner are the remnants of the Lancaster Bomber that used to reside on a concrete pedestal at the Canadian National Exhibition. The years have not been kind, and the craftsmen at the museum have their hands full trying to restore it to its former glory. Standing nearby was Phillip Gray one of the last surviving Lancaster bomber crew captains. He was most interesting as he explained the limited space they all had to work in and the hardships that flying such a plane brought. Outside on the tarmac, a group of vintage cars gathered, giving those in attendance more to see. If you are interested in visiting next year’s festival, be sure to bring your vintage car or hot rod, they give you a free space to display your vehicle and free attendance to the event. I plan to return. There was more to see than I had time for!
• Precision manufactured from aluminum with a unique black and titanium gray appearance • Over 200 parts available to make any performance plumbing job simple Stainless braid, swivel type fittings: Good up to 1000 PSI, compatible with virtually all automotive chemicals. Push-on fittings: A great alternative to stainless steel hose and swivel fittings - lighter weight, easier to assemble, good to 250 PSI.
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New Product Showcase New from Barry Grant is the Mighty Demon E85 carburetor. Built with the same high standards as the other Barry Grant products but calibrated to run E85 fuel. Initially these will be available in a 750cfm rating but 650, 825 and 850 are not far behind. The gold-colored metering block and baseplate differentiates it from the standard Mighty carburetors. For further information, contact your local retailer or www.barrygrant.com
LAKEWOOD 2005-06 Mustang Aluminum Driveshaft Aluminum driveshaft for placing Tremec TKO Transmission into 05-06 Mustang. Aluminum Comes complete with slip yoke, U-joints, and adapter to rear-end. Works best when used with the new Lakewood TKO Bellhousing #15255. For further information, contact your local retailer, www.lakewood-industries.com, or www.mrgasket.com.
LAKEWOOD Bellhousing for 05-06 Mustang Lakewood’s custom-made SFI Bellhousing was designed for putting a Tremec 5 speed TKO transmission into your new 4.6L 2006 Mustang! Comes complete with block-plate and all mounting hardware.
MR GASKET Super Carburetor Base Gaskets. These gaskets seal using low clamp force, release easily - will not stick to the carburetor or intake manifold, and can be reused. MSD Ignition created the Street Fire brand to deliver performace ignition products at a value price. Street Fire wires are spec’d by MSD engineers and are even backed by a one year warranty. The Street Fire Spark Plug Wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery. For further information, contact your local retailer or www.msd.com
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LAKEWOOD 05-06 Mustang Upper Control Arm Designed specifically for the 05/06 Mustang. Replaces the stock factory upper arm, bolting right into place.
MARCH PERFORMANCE is now offering their new Style Track serpentine pulley systems to update your small or big block Chevrolet, Ford 302, 5.0, 351 Windsor or 351 Cleveland. The Style Track comes complete with alternator, an alternator pulley with fan and nose cover, a polished A/C compressor and nose cover, a water pump with pulley and nose cover, a crank pulley and the alternator/A/C bracket, complete with the belt tensioning tool.
Kits with power steering include a type2 remote power steering pump and the power steering pump pulley with nose cover. These kits also include all the mounting hardware you’ll need and detailed instructions so installation is a snap. You can also forget about polishing this assembly, as it features maintenance-free clear or black powder coating. www.marchperf.com
COMP Cams Designed specifically for high performance street and race engines, the COMP Cams® Ultra- Gold™ Aluminum Rocker Arms are precision CNC-machined to strict tolerances. Developed to meet the demands of professional engine builders, they are designed to fit an assortment of rocker stud diameters and are available in a variety of rocker ratios for Small and Big Block Chevrolet and Small Block Ford applications. Best of all, they are built to withstand extremely aggressive spring pressures and valve springs with as much as a 1.650-inch O.D., a feature not possible with any other rocker arm. One other additional benefit is the lifetime warranty that comes with the purchase of a set of these rockers – buy them once, use them for a lifetime. For further information, contact your local retailer or www.compcams.com
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comes a time when an overwhelming need emerges. One that makes us sit a little taller and take a good look over the dashboard: it’s time that we all resolve to be better passengers in 2008. My references to passengers are usually to awesome people (such as yours truly) who ride shotgun while in certain awe-inspiring vehicles. For the purpose of this issue, I’m using the term in a global sense, because we’re all passengers on this planet, speeding along the intergalactic highway.
After all, current traffic laws that are aimed at the punks with far too much testosterone in their system are trying to sweep everyone with a cool ride into the same speed-addicted category. And that has a lot of us fuming. So how do we differentiate ourselves? Easy. Start 2008 off as a passenger who “rides clean” with these resolutions:
• When you find a mechanic, body shop, insurance carrier, sources for parts or other helpful rod guardians, reward their good service by referring them to others. And be sure to warn other car freaks to those businesses who fail to deliver as promised or are as reliable as bondo in a collision. • Do not let a ride sit idle on
Resolve to be better passengers in the new year! Yeah, I’m getting down to the basics here people. Maybe I’ve gotten too darn close to an exhaust pipe again, but I think it’s about time we–the automotive enthusiasts and the loved ones who support them–did something to make the ride of life a more enjoyable one.
• Upon seeing a fellow automotive enthusiast with a sweet ride, acknowledge the other driver with a small wave, smile, honk or a flash of headlights. • If you come across a car nut in trouble, do your best–without compromising your safety–to assist the other motorist.
the back forty and slowly rust to death without trying to find a loving home for it first. • Refrain from pointing out the flaws or making snide remarks about the condition of another vehicle even if you think yours is better–and you have the bumper-sticker to prove it.
• Keep all racing activities where they belong: on racetracks or SpeedTV. • Check with other members of your household before installing trophy walls, car show photo collages or décor items that might look better on the hood or back end of a vehicle. • Ask friends, family and colleagues for permission before e-mailing them hi-resolution 8” x 10” images of your ride. This is especially prudent if a hot babe not related to you is sitting in the passenger’s seat or leaning against a fender. • Road rage is for sissies. No one wants to see anyone turn the same shade of red as the flames painted on the side of a beautifully restored GTO or Corvair. If you can’t deal, don’t get behind the wheel. It’s about living with no regrets and as little rust as possible. Enjoy the ride.
About the Author: Bonnie Staring is a comedian, advertising copywriter and one of those people who enters all kinds of contests. To see what else she’s been ranting about, visit her website: www.bonniestaring.com Illustration by Kayvene • website: www.kayvene.typepad.com
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