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Terminator X EFI
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How To Install Terminator X EFI On Any LS Engine

February 21, 2022 Roadkill Customs
Holley offers two powertrain management systems that feature plug and play control for most domestic V8 engines starting at just $999. [More…]
GM Squarebody Truck
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Squarebody 73-87 GM Truck Longbed to Shortbed Chassis Conversion Kit

February 18, 2022 Roadkill Customs
This DIY Chassis Conversion kit eliminates the guesswork and includes everything you need to complete this popular conversion yourself. [More…]
GM Squarebody Truck Bed Sides
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How To Shorten 1973-87 Chevy/GMC Squarebody Truck Bed Sides

February 18, 2022 Roadkill Customs
Dave Welch takes you step-by-step through the shortening a longbed to shortbed for any 1973-1987 Chevrolet or GMC Squarebody Pickup. [More…]
Bello's 1950 GMC COE
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Bello’s Kustoms Builds a 1950 GMC COE on an Early 2000’s Chevy Dually

February 6, 2022 Roadkill Customs
Mike Bello modifies an early 2000’s Chevy Silverado 3500 dually chassis for an air bagged 1950 GMC COE or Cab Over Engine build. [More…]
Secret Factory Slap Shift
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Secret 1970s Factory Slap Shifter ~ The Engineers Must’ve Been Racers

January 29, 2022 Roadkill Customs
This factory shifter could be bumped up one gear at a time to prevent skipping a gear or accidentally hitting neutral at full throttle. [More…]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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How Much Oil Pressure is Needed and Why. Can You Free Hidden Power?

November 29, 2021 Roadkill Customs
The basics of oil pressure are explained as they apply to the typical production-based Ford, GM, and Mopar high-performance cars and trucks. [More…]
What's The Difference Between Chevy 305 And 350 Engines
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What’s The Difference Between Chevy 305 and 350 Engines

August 25, 2021 Roadkill Customs
What are the differences between Chevrolet small block 305 cubic inch and 350 cubic inch engines? Bore, Heads and more. [More…]
Shift Knobs
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OEM and Aftermarket Shift Knob/Shift Handle Thread Size Chart

February 15, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Shift Knob and Handle Thread Sizes may vary on vehicle make, model, and trim level, and whether it is OEM, performance, or aftermarket… [More…]
Common Firing Orders
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Common V8 Firing Orders, Distributor Locations and Rotation Directions

January 25, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Common Firing Orders. MSD Ignition created this helpful chart that displays many common V8 firing orders and distributor direction. [More…]
Classic Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale
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Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale ~ Chevy, Ford, Mercury, Mopar, More

November 20, 2020 Roadkill Customs
Adding sun visors to your vehicle can help you see while driving in bright sunshine or to add that full custom classic or vintage car look. [More…]

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