Montana Hitch is pleased to announce the release of a revolutionary and innovative truck accessory - a hitch that safely and easily stows under your vehicle with the simple push of a button. No more banged shins, no tools needed to disassemble your drawbar and your ball mount is stored right where you need it.
Twinsburg, Ohio – CTEK Power, Inc. has renewed its sponsorship of Valerie Thompson Racing for the 2014 season. Owner and driver Valerie Thompson is a six-time land speed record holder and one of America’s fastest females on two-wheels.
Riding the CTEK-sponsored BMW 1000 RR, Thompson shattered the East Coast Timing Association (ECTA) one-mile record in the MPS/Modified Class during the recent Ohio Mile competition in Wilmington, Ohio. Thompson clocked in at 208.7 mph, easily breaking the former record of 205 mph. Thompson’s new record also qualified her for membership in the exclusive ECTA 200 MPH Club while claiming bragging rights as the fastest RR in the MPS/F-1000 Class.
“It is a great honor and achievement to be the newest member of the ECTA’s 200 MPH Club, especially since I am only the third female of less than 100 members,” said Thompson. “I’m proud to represent CTEK throughout the 2014 campaign and we thank them for once again being one of our valued sponsors.”
Twinsburg, Ohio – CTEK Power, Inc. has announced the appointment of Andreas Naeslund as the company’s new president, Americas. Naeslund will oversee sales, marketing, customer service and distribution for the company’s leading brand of smart charging battery systems in the North and South America markets. He will report to Jon Lind, CEO, CTEK Group.
“I’m excited to join CTEK, a company that is a respected supplier of premium car manufacturers worldwide,” said Naeslund. “CTEK has a strong team of professionals and an innovative product lineup that is beloved by customers around the globe. I look forward to the challenge of expanding our technologically superior battery charging solutions into a broader number of market segments.”
Twinsburg, Ohio – Roger Parker, an experienced automotive business manager, has joined CTEK Power, Inc. as the company’s logistics coordinator and inside sales representative. Most recently, Parker was general sales manager for Fitzgerald Automotive Group and spent four years as the park services director at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.
In his new role at CTEK, Parker will help lead technical support for the company. He will also be responsible for order fulfillment, customer service, inventory planning and marketing support for CTEK’s sales team. “Roger’s exceptional interpersonal skills combined with his automotive experience, including his time as an ASE certified automotive technician, provides CTEK with a strong technical support background that will benefit our customers,” said Andreas Naeslund, president of Americas for CTEK.
Twinsburg, Ohio – CTEK Power, Inc. has announced the appointment of Bobbie DuMelle as the company’s new executive vice president of sales. Most recently, DuMelle was vice president of sales and marketing for Schumacher Electric. She will report to Andreas Naeslund, president of Americas for CTEK.
DuMelle is responsible for overseeing CTEK’s sales team in North and South America and helping the company grow into new market segments. DuMelle brings a strong background to CTEK in leading sales, marketing and service teams in the automotive industry. She also has valuable experience in supply chain management. In addition to working at Schumacher Electric for eight years, DuMelle has experience running her own company, DuMelle & Associates and in sales and marketing for General Cable Corporation.
Avon Lake, OH…Every vehicle has a unique acoustic signature caused by the combination of engine noise and modifications. Boom Mat damping material greatly enhances cabin acoustics, reducing vibration and noise that can interfere with a quiet ride and quality stereo performance. Developed primarily to eliminate low frequency noise, Boom Mat damping material works by sealing interior holes and leaks and damping structure born noise. Boom Mat now offers its quality damping material in a convenient 30 sheet pack of 12-1/2” x 24”; large enough to complete the interior of a large SUV, wagon or van.
AVON LAKE, OH…DEI’s professional grade Hi-Temp Shrink Tubes, made of military spec polyolefin tubing with a high shrink ratio of 3:1, offers the ultimate protection for ignition and electrical wiring, and are ideal for sealing electrical connections. Other uses include bundling wire, hose and cable, all types of wire repair, or any form of splicing or termination.
Designed as an alternative to plastic ties and tape, these Hi-Temp Shrink Tubes have a thick wall structure and are made of material that meets Military spec DTL-23053/5C for a water tight, flame retardant seal that is resistant to debris, dirt and abrasive solvents. Offering a clean professional look, they are flexible and easy to install.
Avon Lake,OH…DEI’s new Stainless Steel Positive Locking Ties are specially designed for any application where there is extreme high heat – street, race, marine and powersports. These low profile ties are ideal to secure exhaust wrap, such as DEI’s Titanium™ Exhaust Wrap for high HP or turbo charged vehicles.
Developed and tested to provide long term, durable use under severe heat in excess of 2500°F, they can be applied in a snap and will last for years. Made from high grade 316 stainless steel, DEI’s new Stainless Steel Positive Locking Ties offer exceptional tensile strength - up to 200 lbs. for the 7 mm wide ties, or 350 lbs. for the 12 mm size.
This new product is currently available in a wide variety of sizes and quantities including:
7mm x 9” eight pack, (Part# 010208) 7mm x 14” four pack (Part# 010209)
7mm x 20” ten pack (Part# 010210) 12 mm x 9” eight pack (Part# 010211)
12mm x 14” four pack (Part# 010212) 12mm x 20” ten pack (Part# 010213)
Avon Lake, OH…DEI’s new Titanium Protect-A-Sleeve™ with LR Technology™ offers the best possible sleeve protection on the market today. Developed specifically for any application where extreme high heat is present, these Titanium™ sleeves will protect wires, lines and cables when exposed up to 1800°F direct heat/2500°F radiant. Developed with DEI’s proprietary LR Technology, these high temperature rated sleeves provide superior thermal protection for street vehicles or race engines, protecting fuel, oil lines, spark plug and electrical wires from direct or under hood radiant heat. The ½” ID sleeves will fit many of today’s larger diameter spark plug wires for protection against hot exhaust manifolds and headers. Water and heat resistant, they are also ideal for Powersports – ATV/UTV, motorcycle, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, and marine use.
Avon Lake, Ohio…When the ultimate in heat protection is required, DEI is the solutions provider. DEI’s Titanium Pipe Shield developed with evolutionary LR Technology provides maximum protection outperforming traditional Mylar-backed glass fiber shields.
Extreme direct or radiant heat can damage transmissions, brake lines, wiring and hoses. DEI’s Titanium Shield clamps directly to any size exhaust pipe – auto, marine or motorcycle, to provide spot protection of sensitive electrical components, lines, cables, wires, transmissions and fire walls. Only DEI’s Titanium Pipe Shield combines a unique riveted “stand-off” design using 3.5” stainless steel clamps that provide a cooling air gap between the shield and the pipe. Combined with the heat dissipation benefits of the 2 ply material made with LR Fiber Technology, this unique design and material combination provides heat protection up to 1350°F. Mylar covered shields begin to flake or crack at 900°F.
PRW Industries, Inc. Expands Visa® Gift Card Rebates product offering on all PRW and Performance Quotient /PQX Branded Performance Parts Through the End of 2014
Offer Valid Through All US and Canadian Distributors
Perris, CA - Due to overwhelming demand, PRW has announced that they will expand their popular Visa® Gift Card Rebate Program through the end 2014 racing season or while supplies last. This offer is available through all authorized PRW distributors in the United States and Canada. Product eligibility changes every two months so be sure to check the website to see which PRW products will get you a quick $10 - $20 Visa® Gift Card in the mail. Visit www.PRWrewards.PRW-USA.com to find which products qualify.
For Immediate Release: Any Pre-Publications for SEMA
PQx ® High Flow Billet Aluminum Electric Racing Water Pump and Corresponding Water Pump Fittings
Perris, CA – PRW Industries, a leading manufacturer of high performance engine components, is excited to introduce their new lightweight street/strip PQx ® High Flow Billet Aluminum Electric Racing Water Pump. The new pump is designed to equalize the flow into both sides of the engine with smooth radii and transitions. The pump housing and elbows are CNC machined from high grade billet aluminum with “O”-ring seals at each connection.
For Immediate Release: For Any Pre-Publication for SEMA
PQx ® Aluminum Racing Radiators
Perris, CA – PRW Industries, a leading manufacturer of high performance engine components, under their Performance Quotient brand presents their racing radiators.
PQx ® Aluminum Racing Radiators are the perfect fit for the racing, street rod, classic muscle, exotic, or late model cars and truck markets. These radiators are available in a variety of sizes for both Ford and & GM models. Benefits to consumers include fully MIG/TIG welded, a Petcock drain, all aluminum construction for reduced weight, polished top-lines that create a super clean appearance and multiple threaded mounting bungs. The design eliminates the need for specialty covers and is available with or without threaded bung hose fitting adapters. Each radiator has multiple threaded mounting tabs for easy installation by your customers.
Twinsburg, Ohio – CTEK Power, Inc. has released the first two in a series of 10 educational articles on battery technology for consumers. The series is designed to help take the mystery out of batteries, battery chargers and battery maintenance.
The first article, “Why Do Vehicles Have Batteries?,” helps consumers understand all the functions that a battery performs. The second article answers the question: “How Do Batteries Work?” The third article will talk about “Different Types of Batteries.”
“Until they are stranded with a malfunctioning battery, many consumers do not realize how critical batteries are to the electrical system in their vehicle,” explained Matt Ingram, regional sales manager for CTEK. “Part of our objective in publishing these articles is to help drivers understand the advantages of using a state-of-the art battery charger and maintainer like the units that CTEK manufactures and how it can extend the life of their battery and help keep them on the road.”
Avon Lake, OH…DEI has been busy this winter completely revamping its PowerSports product lineup. For those who may not be familiar, Design Engineering has been a household name for years in the high-performance automotive aftermarket. They are now expanding their presence in the Powersports world with a completely new look and expanded application list specifically geared toward the PowerSports enthusiast. In order to provide better service to its PowerSports dealers, Design Engineering has teamed up with Western Power Sports to expand distribution. DEI products will be featured in the company’s new 2014 HardDrive Catalog which is geared toward the V-Twin Market.
“We are excited to bring DEI’s products into our product portfolio, offering our customers a premium choice for heat control products,” remarked HardDrive V-Twin Product Director Gunnar Heinemeyer.
Look for DEI products to be available from HardDrive this spring.
Avon Lake, OH…Hot fuel reduces engine performance, stresses the fuel pump, and can lead to vapor lock. High fuel temperatures can also cause race fuel to destabilize, gumming up the fuel system and wasting money. DEI has come up with an effective kit to help combat this problem. Simply line the underside of your fuel tank with the self-adhesive reflective material and trim to shape.
The DEI Reflect-A-Cool™ material is made up of a reflective aluminized reflective foil backed with a base layer of glass fiber. It’s rated to withstand continuous operating temperatures up to 400˚F and can reduce fuel temps up to 30%. The DEI Reflect-A-GOLD™ material is designed for more extreme heat conditions and is rated for operating temps up to 600˚F with peak protection up to 800˚F.
AVON LAKE, OHIO…DEI’s newly introduced F&T II is an easy to apply heat shield that reflects direct continuous heat up to 1,750°F. This newly improved lightweight shield effectively reflects heat from hot exhaust pipes, or protects items that come in direct contact with hot exhaust pipes such as seat pans, body panels or fairings. Versatile in its application it can also be strategically applied to protect a motorcycle, ATV or UTV against damage from road and track debris.
F&T II bonds to most any surface including: metal, aluminum, carbon fiber, plastic, and fiberglass. To install, simply trim to fit, peel and apply. The patented finely woven glass-fiber self-adhesive backing is water resistant and withstands up to 450°F of direct heat.
Perris, CA – PRW Industries, a leading manufacturer of high performance engine components, is continuing their ongoing consumer rebate program with Flexplates and Flywheels. All of our flexplates and flywheels meet SFI Specifications.
PRW SFI-Rated Billet Aluminum Flywheels are manufactured from the highest quality 6061-T6 billet aluminum. They feature excellent heat dissipation and weight reduction. The replaceable friction surface is constructed from 1045 steel and attached with military-grade fasteners. This 1045 friction plate is sure to extend the life of your investment at a fraction of the cost for new. Aerospace grade fasteners secure the friction plate and seamless heat-treated ring gear. Stepped dowel pins are included where required. Flywheels were designed through CAD Engineering and are CNC Machined. PRW SFI-Rate Billet Aluminum Flywheels are available for Chevrolet and Ford applications.
Endeavor® is a new creative way of transforming any standard motorcycle to a reverse trike style machine. This Patented, trademark and copyright protected design is the first of it's kind. This design has been proven on three working prototypes totaling over 96,000 miles. This kit is a universal fit style made possible by its patented Adapter Cradle® integral component structure. Exterior skins are easily replaceable for a literal infinite change of look. No special tools or skills required and there is no modification to the motorcycle so the kit can be installed and removed at any time. Installation may be by dealer, motorcycle shop, or end user thanks to its user friendly considerations.
–Norm Kokes CCO - inventor - IDO Endeavor®
Attached are photos of conversions to a 1985 Honda ST1100, 1999 Honda Valkyrie and a 2001 Honda Goldwing. Our kit is of a universal fit design which will fit any motorcycle from Harley, Honda, Indian, Victory etc.
VISION ENGRAVING & ROUTING SYSTEMS PRESENTS THEIR HIGH SPEED SPINDLE
Phoenix, AZ) – Vision Engraving & Routing Systems, is pleased to introduce their High Speed Spindle using an unprecedented 50,000 RPM ability, cuts through metals like a knife cuts through butter. The High Speed Spindle takes advantage of its low maintenance and world class bearing capabilities. Strap one of these on your vision cnc machine and see its ease of use and time saving aptitude. The Spindle can be used in tandem with Vision’s Misting System, creating a perfect combination for cutting, milling and boring aluminum, cast steel, stainless steel and many more metal projects.