Killer deal on 383 stroker engines!

383 stroker engines now available through Gearhead Garage!



We have found a source thru Summit Racing that provides unmatched pricing on the venerable 420+ HP stroker engine! Pushing out a minimum 440 ft/lbs of torque, these value priced small block crate engines are a phenomenal deal. Available in long –block versions (complete from intake to pan) for $2995 as well as turnkey systems with MSD distributor & wires, Edelbrock carb & aluminum water pump for a mere $3995. Plus, all of these BluePrint engines come standard with an unbeatable 30 month, 50k mile warranty!

We are in the process of installing our second one in as many weeks- boy the 1st one ripped! Don’t miss out on the chance to hop up your ride in a quick, affordable manner.

Details are as follows:

Block:

* 4-bolt main block
* Passenger side dipstick
* Square and parallel decked
* Align-honed main bearing bore
* Cylinders honed on computer-controlled machine to within .0002 in. straightness and roundness
* Cylinders are sonic tested for thickness

Rotating assembly:

* New SCAT cast crankshaft
* Chevy heavy beam rods
* Keith Black hypereutectic pistons
* Hastings moly rings
* Balanced rotating assembly
* Melling high-volume oil pump
* Flat tappet hydraulic lifter camshaft
* Heavy-duty double roller timing set

Cylinder heads:

* New "Vortec" cast iron cylinder heads
* 1.25 in. diameter valve springs
* Hardened retainers and springs
* 2.02 in. swirl-polished intake valves
* 1.60 in. swirl-polished exhaust valves
* Hardened pushrods
* Professional Products dual-plane satin finish intake manifold
* Edelbrock 750 cfm carburetor
* MSD distributor and coil
* Professional Products balancer
* Edelbrock 110 gph fuel pump
* Edelbrock satin water pump
* MSD plug wires
* ACDelco spark plugs
* 9.5 to 1 compression
* Chrome steel valve covers
* Brass freeze plugs
* Dyno-tested--and shipped with results

Kool April Nites--Show Follow Up

The show was a blast! All of our Gearhead cars made it from Sacramento to Redding and back without a hitch--all were driven, no trailer queens here!

This was really a great show--Well organized, a family friendly environment and great weather. If you have never made it up there--we recommend it!

Painless: The Best Choice in a Wiring Harness

• Painless Wiring Harnesses offer easy wiring for your GM muscle car.
  
  Painless Performance 1967-74 GM muscle car harnesses have a pre-wired factory style bulkhead connector that hooks up to the fuse block through the firewall in the stock location. Easy-to-install, factory original, quick connect terminals are included for the in-dash printed circuit board. Pre-terminated plugs for the ignition and turn signal switches are included.
  
  These modified 18-circuit kits include wiring for A/C, heat, brake lights, coil, horn, electric fan, emergency flashers, dash instruments, headlights, radio (constant and ignition hot), turn signals, wipers, dome light, tail lights, third brake light, charging and starting. Plus power door locks, power windows, accessory plug, electric fuel pump, backup lights/cruise control, electric choke, and power antenna.
  
  Gearhead is outfitting the following cars with Painless Wiring as we speak:
  
  69 Pro Touring Camaro Coupe
  69 Pro Touring Camaro Conv't
  69 Pro Touring Corvette
  68 Camaro Drag Car
  77 Chevy Blazer
  69 Camaro RS/SS Conv't
  
  And don't forget! We sell these parts and can get you the best deal--give us a call and we'll take great care of you!

Ididit Steering Columns

Gearhead Garage also sells & installs IDIDIT steering columns for most any application.

Ididit steering columns are a great way to spruce up your interior while providing additional comfort and a better feel. Ididit tilt columns are adjustable to multiple positions at the flick of a lever, allowing for more leg room, easier entry and exit from the vehicle, and a more ergonomic driving posture--perfect for the Pro Touring devotees. Columns are available in polished aluminum, chrome or a natural bare paintable finish.


Ever think of getting rid of your column shift and converting to a floor shifter? Ididit columns are a simple, cost effective way to do away with antiquated, awkward column shift automatic levers and old school "3 on the tree" systems. Plus they come with all new wiring which greatly simplifies getting your turn signals, hazards and horn working correctly.


Add the convenience and reliability of a new column built specific for your vehicle. This steering column is not a universal column that requires modification of your original vehicle to install. Simply remove your old column, saving your original under dash mount as well as the original floor mount. Using one of our installation kits (see table below), install your new steering column in place of the old. Add an aftermarket wheel and the gripping surface of the new wheel will be in the same location as the original.


If you don't currently have a column, Ididit offers a full array of columns, brackets & mounts that can be retrofitted into virtually any vehicle.


Visit our products page to see a complete line of performance parts we sell at competitive prices!

Kool April Nites!!

It's that time of year! Kool April Nites is right around the corner April 15th-19th in Redding, CA. Gearhead Garage be there with some of our crew to ring in spring with the rest of the car crazy participants and attendees.

Wake up and smell the exhaust fumes! Hear the roar of the hot engines... Gawk at the custom paint.... taste the old-fashioned burgers at that 50's joint out on Highway 273..

"Great cars,great music,great food..tons of bobby sox and ponytails..bigger and better than ever. You'll find: * Miles of Classic Cars * Show and Shines * Trophies * Food * Music * Dances... and more fun than two people in a rumble seat at the drive-in. Don't just stand on the sidelines..

Register your vehicle and get the following Kool benefits....

* Eligibility for Show & Shine Awards and Prizes - take home that trophy!* Cruise permit - so you can show off your wheels on Northern California's Best Cruise; that traverses Hilltop Dr., Dana Drive,Churn Creek Road and Cypress Avenue. No, its not a parade its a genuine "Cruise", blocked off to local traffic.

*Show and Shine Passes - so you can check out the other entries and enjoy the food and entertainment.* Raffle City -- buy those tickets and win prizes donated by local merchants.* Concerts every night starting Thursday in the Big Tent and running through Saturday night. Enjoy that trip down memory lane with our 50's,60', and 70's music. It's guaranteed that you'll enjoy Kool April Nites!

REGISTER EARLY SO THAT YOU HAVE A SPOT TO ENJOY ALL THE FUN!!! Remember they won't accept any registrations once they've registered 2300 cars. Space is limited!

Kool April Nites is a non-profit organization that is staffed by over 500 volunteers and donates all its proceeds to local organizations dedicated to childrens education. Not associated with any other vehicle shows in Northern California. See you April 15-19, 2009 for the 20th anniversary show.

Hope to see you there!

Another Incredible 1969 Pro Touring Camaro

We keep 'em coming!! Here is another AMAZING Pro Touring 69 Camaro in build process by Gearhead Garage (Sacramento, CA).

**Shown here at the 2009 Sacramento Autorama

We really look forward to seeing how this one tears up the road!
Here is a list of what makes this one a killer ride--

• Fuel Injected LS2, 550 HP
• Tremec 5 spd by Keisler
• DSE Mini tubs
• DSE QuadraLink 4-link rear suspension
  
• Mark Williams 9" Rear End
• Vintage Air
• Heddman Custom Ceramic Coated Headers
• Rick's Stainless Tank
  
• DSE Subframe connectors
• 14" Wilwood Disc Brakes
• HydraTech hydroboost braking system
  
• Budnik 18" Wheels
• Toyo Proxies Racing Tires
• DSE 7-speed wiper motor (hidden behind fender)
• Marquez Design billet taillight lenses & custom door panels
• LED tail-lights by Spaghetti Engineering
• Power windows & power top
• AutoMeter custom instrumentation & dash
• Flaming River tilt steering column
• Ron Davis aluminum radiator
• Dual SPAL electric fans
• Painless Wiring 18-circuit wiring harness

See how amazing this one is--check out this video!






Check back at www.GearheadCars.com (on our News page) for updates--Coming Soon!!