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Month: March 2017

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Understanding Exhaust Systems

March 26, 2017 Roadkill Customs
Exhaust systems are a series of pipes that evacuate spent gases from an engine. Understand the components of multiple exhaust system types… [More…]
Suspension Lift Kits
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Understanding Suspension Lift Kits

March 18, 2017 Roadkill Customs
There are a lot of kits and styles available, so careful consideration must be taken to meet your lift needs and stay within your budget. [More…]
Flaming Skull Exhaust Tips
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Skull Exhaust Tips for Cars, Trucks and Bikes

March 12, 2017 Roadkill Customs
Skull Exhaust Tips are a great accessory for your Custom Car, Truck, Hot Rod or Rat Rod. These Skull Exhaust Tip accessories are available in multiple sizes and fit most car exhaust systems. [More…]
How To Wire and Electric Fuel Pump
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How To Wire an Electric Fuel Pump

March 9, 2017 Roadkill Customs
Wiring an Electric Fuel Pump – Diagram [More…]
David Freiburger's Twin-Turbo 1973 "F-Bomb" Camaro
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David Freiburger’s Twin-Turbo 1973 “F-Bomb” Camaro

March 7, 2017 Roadkill Customs
The F-Bomb Camaro is based on a 1973 F-body and was recreated as Vin Diesel’s ride for Fast & Furious 4 right down to the 1,500-hp twin-turbo 406 CID V8 Engine. [More…]
How To Make PVC Train Horns at Home
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How To Make PVC Train Horns at Home

March 6, 2017 Roadkill Customs
Why spend hundreds on a train horn kit when you could build your own? Making your own train horns is cheap and easy. See how to make simple DIY horns here so you can stay safe by announcing your presence to oblivious pedestrians. [More…]

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