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AEM (30-2203): Vehicle Dynamics Module

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The new Vehicle Dynamics Module (30-2203), or VDM, from AEM allows users with an Infinity ECU or AQ-1 Data Logger to add track mapping and chassis dynamics data to their engine data. The VDM provides g-force, pitch, roll, and yaw from its integrated three-axis accelerometer and gyrometer; and vehicle speed, position, and altitude through GPS/GLONASS coordinates, transmitting it via AEMnet CANbus through a simple DTM connection.

AEM made installation easy: just mount the weather-resistant VDM in the correct orientation and at the correct angle and connect it to the AEMnet adapter of your Infinity ECU, AQ-1 Data Logger, or X-Series GPS-based speedometer—no configuration required! The GPS/GLONASS antenna is IP67 rated (dustproof and weatherproof to 1 meter) for mounting on the outside of your vehicle.

Features

  • GPS latitude and longitude delivers AEMdata track map functionality via AEMnet CANbus.
  • Easily add GPS, lateral G, altitude, pitch, and roll data to engine data logs.
  • Continuous time data can be used for Infinity USB log file naming.
  • Accelerometers supply 3-axis acceleration data for chassis tuning.
  • Ideal for road racers who want to use the gyrometer data for suspension adjustments.
  • Perfect for drag racers who want G-loads and wheel stand data.
  • GPS vehicle speed, heading, and altitude logged for data analysis and lap comparisons.
  • Status LED indicates power and GPS signal.
  • Weather-resistant enclosure and IP67-rated GPS/GLONASS antenna.
AEM (30-2203): Vehicle Dynamics Module
AEM (30-2203): Vehicle Dynamics Module

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MSD Performance (64253): Digital 6AL Ignition Control with Rev Limiter (Black)

MSD Performance (64253): Digital 6AL Ignition Control with Rev Limiter (Black)

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MSD Performance has upped the ante on its analog 6AL, the ignition control that had already set the standard in the category. Redesigned for the first time in 25 years and available in black (64253) in addition to the familiar red, the now-digital 6AL produces more power with less energy, all in a more compact housing. In addition, the single connector creates a tidier visual profile and facilitates installation.

Perhaps of most interest to enthusiasts is MSD’s inclusion of an easily adjustable rev limiter, now located on top of the housing; the two rotary dials let you set the limit in 100 rpm increments—no more plug-in rpm modules! The 6AL’s microprocessor monitors and controls every firing and rev limit, delivering more than 530 volts to the coil with up to 135mJ of spark energy for every firing! As a bonus, the integrated LED lets you know you’ve got voltage and blinks to signify a trigger signal.

Features

  • High output: 530V and 135mJ of spark energy.
  • Efficient components use less current to produce more power.
  • Set an rpm limit with two rotary dials in 100 rpm increments.
  • Built-in LED for system checks.
  • All wires exit through a single locked, sealed connector.
  • Accepts trigger inputs from breaker points, amplifiers, and magnetic pickups.
  • Compatible with 4-, 6-, or 8-cylinder engines with 12V negative ground systems.
  • Includes wiring harness and installation components (plus vibration mount).
MSD Performance (64253): Digital 6AL Ignition Control with Rev Limiter (Black)
MSD Performance (64253): Digital 6AL Ignition Control with Rev Limiter (Black)

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ReadyLIFT: 3.5” SST Lift Kit for 2009+ Ford F-150

ReadyLIFT: 3.5” SST Lift Kit for 2009+ Ford F-150

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You asked for it, and the ReadyLIFT development team has delivered: new 3.5″ SST Lift Kits for 2009–2016 Ford F-150 2WD and 4WD trucks.

These new SST lift kits revolve around ReadyLIFT’s DOM tubular steel upper control arms, which include a 14-degree ball joint cup to ensure proper geometry and alignment. This pairing facilitates long tire life and superb handling. Each arm includes the same proprietary ball joints used in the company’s 3/4-ton truck lift kits. Each arm also includes new one-time grease polyurethane bushings.

A unique offset top-mount spacer design enables the 3.5 inches of lift height. These CNC-machined, aerospace-grade, billet aluminum lift spacers feature a unique offset bolt designed to position the strut into the stock position—which translates into proper suspension clearance and a comfortable stock ride.

These features conspire to produce an excellent driving and handling suspension system that truly upgrades your Ford F-150!

Features

  • Tire clearance for up to 35” × 12.50” tires (with minor trimming).
  • DOM tube-steel upper control arms.
  • Engineered to correct ball joint angle.
  • New urethane bushings and steel sleeves.
  • Offset top-mount spacers for factory-positioned struts.
  • Strut preload spacers limit droop and protect CV joints.
  • Rear lift blocks (with hardware) in both tapered and flat versions.
  • Supplied carrier-bearing spacer (for two-piece driveshaft).
  • Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
ReadyLIFT: 3.5” SST Lift Kit for 2009+ Ford F-150
ReadyLIFT: 3.5” SST Lift Kit for 2009+ Ford F-150

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Rigid Industries: Ignite Compact Auxiliary Lighting

Rigid Industries: Ignite Compact Auxiliary Lighting

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Available in flush-mount and surface-mount options, the all-new Ignite is the smallest, most versatile light in the Rigid Industries catalog! Measuring approximately 1.4” × 1.4” × 2”, this flexible light packs 1,000 raw lumens in Spot, Flood, or Diffused beam patterns—perfect for any application where short-range light output is desired.

The surface-mount Ignite comes with a mounting bracket compatible with off-the-shelf GoPro mounts*, enabling a diverse set of applications limited only by your imagination. The compact and

Rigid Industries: Ignite Compact Auxiliary Lighting
Rigid Industries: Ignite Compact Auxiliary Lighting

lightweight housing integrates seamlessly in a variety of locations, including on cars and trucks, motorcycles, UTVs, and even marine vehicles. The Ignite’s low current draw (< 1A) and voltage requirements (6–28V) allow it to adapt to nearly any application. Single-light kits include one Ignite, mounting brackets, and related hardware.

*GoPro mount not included.

Features

  • Rigid’s smallest forward-projecting light.
  • Available two mount styles: flush and GoPro-compatible surface.
  • Small package, big output.
  • Low minimum voltage: 6–28 VDC.
  • Durable housing is IP68 compliant.
  • Available in Spot, Flood, and Diffused beam options.
  • Rigid Industries quality and performance.
  • Easy installation.
Rigid Industries: Ignite Compact Auxiliary Lighting
Rigid Industries: Ignite Compact Auxiliary Lighting

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Paramount Automotive Celebrates at Forest Fest

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About an hour outside downtown Los Angeles, the 210 splits off of Highway 330. Hang a right onto Highway 18 for another 15 miles and you come to Snow Valley Mountain Resort: the annual rendezvous for the Inland Empire 4 Wheelrs’ Big Bear Forest Fest.

RegistrationAfter signing in, Paramount met with old friends, sponsors, and fellow Southern California locals Team ReadyLIFT to break off from the main group and take a new trail (to Paramount anyway): route 2N13, also known as Holcomb Creek.

For those new to Forest Fest, there are two major days of trail runs. Friday’s trail runs tend to be more technical, with full rescue equipment (especially axel lockers) mandatory. Boasting triple the options of the previous day, Saturday offers more recreational runs for folks with Jeeps a little more comfortable on the streets.

But the event didn’t stop at trails. A trade show allowed Paramount to see old friends and sponsor Magnaflow, and aMagnaFlow family-friendly camp-out party let everyone enjoy the rugged beauty of the area.

The start of 2N13 had Paramount wondering if they’d really get to put their new Stinger bumper with grille guard (51-0389) through its paces, aside from pitting the protective powdercoat against the wet.

They shouldn’t have worried. Twenty minutes in, the Paramount Jeep rounded a corner and came upon Hanna Rocks. From then on the trail was a nice mix of straightaways, boulders, and scenery. Things quickly got bumpy enough that Paramount’s 51-0323 Rock Sliders more than earned their place by handling multiple scrapes and even a few good teeth-rattling knocks sure to continue the office debate of “blame the driver or the spotter?”

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The total run time was perfect for a day trip—about 4 hours not counting scenery and photo stops—and the trail let out in the town of Fawnskin, California. A paltry 5 minutes from downtown Big Bear, Fawnskin features plenty of eating options, from local favorites like Get The Burger to more exotic fair like Himalayan-themed cuisine.

Rock Crawl

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Hurst (3916131): Billet Plus Shifter for 2016 Chevy Camaro SS with 6S Manual

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Hurst’s new version of their popular Billet Plus shifter for the 2016 Chevy Camaro SS with 6-speed manual transmission (3916131) has all of the same performance benefits of the classic version—including a 40-percent reduction in shifter throw—but additionally features a black pistol grip–style handle similar to the Nitro Stick. This change adds a modern design element to these classically imagined cars.

Features

  • Reduces shift throw by 40%.
  • Machined billet aluminum construction.
  • Modern pistol grip design.
  • Black anodized finish.
Hurst (3916131): Billet Plus Shifter for 2016 Chevy Camaro SS with 6S Manual
Hurst (3916131): Billet Plus Shifter for 2016 Chevy Camaro SS with 6S Manual

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Holley: Aluminum Track Warrior Carburetors

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The all-new aluminum Track Warrior carburetor takes the best features of Holley‘s Race Bred Classic 4150 hp carbs and adds billet metering blocks, a billet base plate, adjustable secondary linkage, and knurled (hand-adjustable) curb idle screws. The Track Warrior features a contoured-aluminum main body and boasts screw-in air bleeds for precision tuning capabilities. Available in 650, 750, and 850 cfm in purple or black, the Holley Track Warrior weighs up to 40 percent less while pushing on-the-track performance to the next level!

 Features

  • Aluminum construction for weight savings and long-lasting good looks.
  • Color options include purple or black.
  • Optimized race calibrations for outstanding throttle response.
  • Contoured venturi inlet offers balanced airflow for increased horsepower.
  • Screw-in air bleeds for precision tuning capabilities.
  • Four-corner idle for precise idle control.
  • Mechanical secondaries for awesome tire-turning performance.
  • Billet metering blocks for improved durability (over cast blocks).
  • True gasket sealing and fully adjustable (emulsion bleeds, power valve channel restrictor, and idle feed restrictors).
  • Available in 650, 750, and 850 cfm versions.
  • For lightweight vehicles with manual trans or automatics with high stall and low gearing.
  • 100% wet-flow tested by Holley technicians to ensure on-arrival performance!
Holley: Aluminum Track Warrior Carburetors
Holley: Aluminum Track Warrior Carburetors

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Rugged Ridge: Eclipse Hardtop Sun Shade for 2007+ Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU

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The Eclipse Sunshade for 2007–2016 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited from Rugged Ridge provides the open-air feeling you want along with extra protection from harsh sunlight. Made from reinforced mesh, this half sun shade installs between the front portion of your JK’s sport bar and windshield to protect either front or rear passengers separately. By using mesh material with built-in elastic straps, this sunshade eliminates the need for the header channel required by similar products.

An all-in-one package, Rugged Ridge’s Eclipse sun shade goes on easily without modification to your vehicle. By retaining access to the Jeep top clamps, drivers can keep the shade in place while preserving hard top functionality.

Available in red (13579.40), black (13579.10), and with an American flag graphic (13579.20).

Features

  • Open-air feeling with the benefit of sunlight screening.
  • Reinforced mesh material.
  • Requires no header channel.
  • No-modification installation.
  • Maintains access to Jeep top clamps.
  • Backed by Omix-ADA limited warranty.
Rugged Ridge: Eclipse Hardtop Sun Shade for 2007+ Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU
Rugged Ridge: Eclipse Hardtop Sun Shade for 2007+ Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU

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In the Garage with Performance Corner: Putco Nite-Lux LED Kit

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Come inside the Performance Corner garage as we take you through the installation of some of today’s hottest truck accessories. In this episode, we upgrade the foglights on a 2015 Ford F-150 with the Nite-Lux LED Kit.

Parts used in this video:

Putco Nite-Lux LED Kit (270010)

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Demon Carburetion: Aluminum Mighty Demon Carburetors

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Demon Carburetion’s next generation of Demon carburetor has arrived: the all-new Aluminum Mighty Demon is available in a full range of sizes and options for your street/strip car. These carburetors feature billet-aluminum metering blocks and baseplates and large-capacity fuel bowls with dual sight glasses, dual threaded inlets on each side, and internal baffling to prevent fuel slosh on the track. The aluminum Mighty Demon delivers more power and performance for high-horsepower street and race engines.

 Features

  • All-aluminum polished construction with billet metering blocks and baseplate.
  • 40% lighter than the original Demon!
  • Redesigned fuel bowl and main body for a sleeker, more stylish appearance.
  • Completely reimagined for better drivability and full-throttle performance.
  • New throttle lever with integrated Ford A/T, 700-R4, and Chrysler kick down options.
  • Fuel bowls now have dual threaded inlets on each side, dual sight glass windows, and internal baffling for improved fuel slosh control.
  • Secondary fuel bowls include notched floats and jet extensions to prevent fuel starvation during hard launches.
  • Changeable idle, high-speed air bleeds, and power valve restrictions for precision tuning.

Demon Carburetion Mighty Demon Carburetor MAD-750-AN_01

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