Month: July 2015

Flex-a-lite®: 15-inch Black Magic Xtreme S-Blade Reversible Electric Fan

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Flex-a-lite® 15-inch Black Magic Xtreme S-Blade reversible electric fans feature 3,300 cfm of airflow. Replacing a belt-driven fan with one of these powerful electric fans can recover engine power and increase fuel economy. These fans feature a durable injection-molded shroud to draw air through a 21.5″ x 17.5″ area. The S-Blade fan design with continuous outer ring provides quiet and efficient operation.

  • One-piece shroud is made from rugged nylon
  • Reversible for use as a pusher or puller
  • Adjustable thermostat with A/C relay

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    Flex-A-Lite_180

Edelbrock (4277): Ford FE Elite II Valve Covers

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Edelbrock 4277 Elite II valve covers are now available for Ford FE engines. The next generation of Elite Series accessories, Elite II, are a modern take on a classic design. They’re made from heavy-gauge, die-cast aluminum and are finished off with a show-quality polished finish. The raised fins are accented by a contrast gloss black finish between the fins for the definitive Elite Series look. Elite II Series Valve Covers are available in polished finish ONLY!

Edelbrock_4277
Edelbrock_4277

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Quick Fuel Technology (701-1BD): Black Diamond Manifold

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Quick Fuel Technology’s 701-1BD Black Diamond® intake manifold is designed for square-bore carburetor applications on 1957-86 262-400 cid small block Chevrolet engines and SBC engines equipped with 1987-91 L98 aluminum Corvette cylinder heads (non-EGR applications). Also, this manifold will work with any SBC engine equipped with aftermarket cylinder heads, as long as they have a standard port flange opening and bolt hole locations.

This 180° dual plane intake manifold is designed to provide the best performance for stock to street-performance engine applications to a maximum engine speed of 5,500 RPM.

This manifold comes with QFT’s exclusive Black Diamond high-temperature coating, which is impervious to underhood chemicals and fuels. The black satin finish is highly durable, reduces fuel temperature by 6%, and provides a showroom appearance.

QuickFuel Technology 701-1BD
QuickFuel Technology 701-1BD

 

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T-REX Grilles (6312671): 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Torch Series Main Grille

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T-REX Grilles, market leaders in quality and innovation, have created several new looks for the 2015 Chevy Colorado with styling elements that include both form and function. Grilles are an exciting and eye-catching way to give your truck a personality that matches your own. The T-REX Grilles for the Colorado are easy to bolt on and require no cutting or welding.

This new Torch Main Grille is precision formed from heavy-duty wire mesh with 12-gauge framed construction and encloses a curved 30” LED Light Bar. The integrated LED lighting component is secure, with hidden mounting brackets for a superior fit and finish. These one-piece wire mesh grilles are distinguished by a flat-black powder-coated finish and directly replace your stock grille.

T-Rex 6312671
T-Rex 6312671

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TruXedo: Titanium Hard Roll-Up Tonneau Cover

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TruXedo, Inc. is proud to announce the release of its newest cover, Titanium. This hard rolling tonneau cover offers the same full bed access that TruXedo’s soft rolling covers are known for, with the added strength and security of a hard rolling cover.

Titanium’s aluminum slats are bonded to UV-resistant, industrial-grade leather-grain fabric to create a unique cover that combines superior strength with TruXedo’s signature low-profile look. Titanium rolls up and can be secured safely at the front of the truck bed, leaving the truck bed wide open. While closed, this cover offers superior durability, security, and protection.

Truxedo Titanium
Truxedo Titanium

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ReadyLIFT® (T6-3072-K): 2 Inch Leveling Kits for 2015 Colorado/Canyon

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The new T6-3072-K Leveling Kit for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon provides 2 inches of front leveling lift. This kit installs with no cutting to the suspension or strut and will provide the necessary lift for a level stance without compromising the factory geometry or limiting suspension. Aligns perfectly after installation and will allow for an increased tire size and no rubbing up to 275/70-17.

This kit is constructed from durable and popular CNC-machined 6061-T6 aircraft-grade billet aluminum. Includes new hardware and spacers to keep that sway bar operating in the factory position.

ReadyLIFT® leveling kits are the fastest, safest, and easiest way to lift the front of your new 2015 Chevy Colorado or GMC Canyon. If you are looking for a true, level stance, this is the kit you want!

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ReadyLift_T6-3072-k

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Shedding Light on Road Safety

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by John M. Arnaud

A recent AAA report described deficiencies in standard halogen headlights on roads lacking overhead lighting. Rural roads, which convey 40% of this country’s overall vehicle traffic as measured in miles traveled, are the most likely to exist under such low-visibility conditions.

AAA found that halogen headlights were insufficient to illuminate dark roads at speeds as low as 40 mph. Though high-beam settings offered better results than low, halogen “brights” provided sufficient reaction time only for an additional 8 mph in real-world conditions. Because halogen bulbs are present in more than 80% of today’s vehicles, the study highlights serious opportunities to improve safety—specifically the ability to see and react to road hazards—using aftermarket HID and LED lighting.

HID and LED lights did a better job enabling faster reactions to road obstacles. In particular, their high-beam settings provided sight distances up to 500 feet—equivalent to 55 mph. No bulb can replicate the visibility of full daylight, and the US still has some work to do to catch up with the lighting output available in Europe, due to restrictions imposed by domestic regulations.

One final note: Clean or replace your headlight housing at least every five years! Deteriorated or cloudy lenses can reduce intensity and increase scattering.

Performance Corner partners with several manufacturers that offer advanced HID/LED products, including Anzo, PIAA, Pilot Automotive, Putco, Race Sport, Vision X, and Westin Automotive. So head in to your Performance Corner retailer to find the bulbs perfect for your application. Or find a store using our dealer locator.

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K&N (33-5030): for 2015 Canyon/Colorado

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K&N replacement air filters are made with K&N’s specially woven cotton gauze air filter media. Because cotton, by nature, is more breathable than the paper found in typical automotive air filters, a K&N replacement air filter can provide an increase in airflow. More air and less restriction can result in more horsepower and torque. The 33-5030 washable replacement air filter for 2015 Chevrolet Colorado or 2015 GMC Canyon 2.5L and 3.6L models is designed to fit into the stock air filter box without any need for modifications. K&N air filters feature an application-specific molded urethane frame for a precise fit and excellent sealing. A reusable K&N high-flow replacement air filter is designed to improve performance without any need for modifications or tuning.

K&N 33-5030
K&N 33-5030

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Westin (57-3830, 57-3835): HDX Grille Guard for the 2015 Ford F-150

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Westin’s HDX Grille Guard for the 2015 Ford F-150 makes a bold and stylish statement with its 2″ diameter tube frame and full punch plate grille. The one-piece welded construction features 1/8″ thick and 2″ wide HD rubber upright strips. Optional light clamps, 57-0000 in SS and 57-0005 in BLK, allow lights to be mounted to the cross tube and punch plate. HDX Grille Guards are available in stainless steel (57-3830) and black powder coat (57-3835).

Westin 57-3830
Westin 57-3830

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CURT (18210): Waterproof Cargo Carrier Bag

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CURT cargo bags are the ideal way to keep your belongings well protected from water, dirt, road grime, and even wind damage, all while being easy to manage and perfectly fitted for a CURT cargo carrier or roof basket. Unlike other cargo bags that use a thin vinyl material, our cargo bags are made from a thick, UV-resistant vinyl and have welded seams to be truly waterproof. One-inch wide polypropylene straps keep the bag firmly attached to the carrier and ensure your belongings will not jostle around. This CURT cargo bag comes with a heavy-duty zipper that wraps 3/4 of the way around the bag, and hook-and-loop flaps to keep the zipper completely covered and the inside of the bag totally dry. For a little extra security, the zippers are able to be joined together and feature large holes to accept a padlock. This particular CURT cargo bag offers 12.25 cu.-ft. of storage area and is a perfect fit for most CURT cargo carriers. All of our cargo bags are easy to fold up for compact storage and come with a 1-year warranty.

Curt 18210
Curt 18210

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