ACP will provide a desire for Bowtie fans to immerse themselves into the technical aspects of vintage-to-modern Chevrolets, whether it be a muscle car or restomod.
As I scribe this month’s editorial, it’s a few days post SEMA and I’m attempting to unpack some of the happenings from the event, which includes recalling the many conversations that took place with the plethora of industry folks. It’s all still a blur that generally takes weeks for me to process. Heck, at my age remembering only half of what went down ain’t as easy as it used to be, but I always recognize the importance of SEMA and what it does for the aftermarket industry. The first SEMA Show took place in 1967 in the basement of Dodger Stadium. It was a relatively modest event that featured around 98 exhibitors and attracted roughly 3,000 attendees. This was 57 years before Freddie Freeman’s unforgettable walk-off grand slam against the…
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This Chevelle is getting all the right goodies to make it a great driver. An LS1 backed by a T56 will send power to a 12-bolt rearend. Detroit Speed suspension will make it handle the turns and big Wilwood six- and four-piston caliper disc brakes will bring it to a stop. The 3030 Series G wheels, in 18x9.5 and 18x12, allow for some wider rubber and capitalize on the aggressive stance. Making this build even more special is the story behind it. The owner originally purchased it in high school and started modifying it right away. When it was time for college, the Chevelle got parked in the barn and stayed there for about 20 years. When COVID-19 hit, the project was pulled out and assessed. Inspired by Kyle Tucker’s…
Tim Buck’s venture into muscle cars began in his teenage years. It all started with his first build, a 1956 Chevy, which gradually led to a number of street rods, customs, and various muscle cars. His last car was a 1970 Chevelle Super Sport, which was impressive but wasn’t the pinnacle of his ambition. Though it had a few modifications, it was just a typical muscle car by his standards. The Chevelle had run its course, and besides, Tim had always wanted a 1967 Nova. He caught wind of a nice-looking red one for sale at a dealership in Ohio. The car had a 283 paired with a Powerglide transmission, but the drivetrain didn’t concern Tim, as his goal wasn’t to preserve it but to transform it into a powerful street…
With all the options available today there are some critical questions to ask when selecting an aftermarket brake system. When the team at Eddie Motorsports needed help deciding what components to use on their LS-powered 1972 Chevy Nova they turned to Wilwood Disc Brakes’ Mike Hamrick for advice. The first question Hamrick always asks is, “What are you going to do with the car?” In this case the Chevy would primarily be used on the street for “spirited driving” and occasionally compete in an autocross, but not see open track use. Of course there was an aesthetic consideration, as they were after the retro muscle car/Pro Touring look. To accomplish the goals set forth, Hamrick recommended their six-piston Narrow Forged Superlite 6R caliper kit up front with 12.88-inch SRP, drilled-and-slotted…
A first car is more than just transportation; it’s a symbol of freedom, independence, and the beginning of a new chapter. While today’s standards might make them seem less impressive, those early rides held a unique charm that’s hard to replicate. Looking back, would you still cherish your first car, or has time dimmed its allure? Some people hold onto their original cars, while others move on but intimately spend years searching for a replica to relive those nostalgic days. As anyone who’s tried knows, recreating the past is rarely as simple as it seems. Jeff Johnson, of Yorba Linda, California, knows this all too well. After graduating high school with an engineering scholarship, Jeff’s parents surprised him with a 1969 Camaro—a car that would become an integral part of…
