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1957 CHEVROLET NOMAD Ignitions & Electrical
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Powermaster XS Torque Starters
Powermaster's highly efficient XS Torque starters feature extra-powerful motors that churn out up to 200 lbs.-ft. of torque. Coupled with their 4.4:1 gear-reduction ratio, that equals reliable cranking power for engines, up to a whopping 18.0:1 compression ratio. These starters come with a billet adapter/mounting block for durability. They'll also clear your oil pan if the OE starter did. Some models are available in a chrome plated finish. Starter dyno test results are included. Order the replacement designed for your vehicle application.
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Powermaster OEM-Style High-Torque Replacement Starters
Powermaster OEM-style high-torque replacement starters look like your OE starter, but pack a hidden surprise of high-torque cranking power! How do they do it? Easy--they combine an electric motor that is much stronger than a stock starter, high temp solenoid, and direct drive for serious torque. Hardware is provided for some applications, and some models also come available in a chrome plated finish.
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BluePrint Engines Starters
BluePrint engine starters feature billet aluminum mounting blocks and their "clockable" models can be rotated or turned for special clearance needs. BluePrint uses high-quality internals for long-life and durability. BluePrint engine starters are trusted by engine builders worldwide!
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American Autowire Classic Update Series Wiring Harness Kits
American Autowire Classic Update Series wiring systems power up your classic ride! Modifying your vintage muscle with modern amenities is beyond the capabilities of OE wiring. These harness kits let you keep the retro looks and enjoy power accessories like air conditioning, windows, and fuel injection. The assemblies are year/make/model-specific for a professional fit and are offered in over 60 different kits. Updating your classic has never been easier! Classic Update Series details: * Longer length wire allows for stock or custom routing * ATO-style fuse panel and more circuits * Full color schematics and instructions * Ignition, headlight, and dimmer switches (most kits) * Upgraded 8-gauge wire for alternator, fuse link protection, gauge cluster options, and disconnect * Pre-wired fuse panel mounts in the stock location
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Proform High-Torque Starters
Proform high-torque starters are 100 percent new, not rebuilt. They feature an offset design that results in more clearance between the oil pan and the starter. The powerful units are offered in a variety of styles, finishes, and other options for both manual and automatic transmission applications. These replacements are available for countless vehicles from the 1950s and up.
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Summit Racing™ Billet Distributors
Our Summit Racing™ billet distributors provide reliable spark throughout the rpm range, so they'll deliver the performance you need, no matter what you drive--race car, street machine, or hauler. The affordable distributors have high-dollar features that outperform the competition, like a lightweight aluminum housing that's precision CNC-machined for strength and stability, polished steel shafts with sealed ball bearings for stable operation through 10,000 rpm, and a maintenance-free, high-output magnetic trigger for accurate and reliable performance. The distributors have a black alkyd cap and an adjustable mechanical advance, so you can precisely tune the curve to your engine setup. Some models also feature vacuum advance. An ignition box is required for use with Summit Racing™ billet distributors.
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ACCEL Extreme 9000 Ceramic Spark Plug Wire Sets
ACCEL Extreme 9000 ceramic wires are the cure for burnt spark plug boots. These wires provide excellent energy delivery while providing the highest level of RFI/EMI suppression. They're ideal for custom engines, boats, and RVs—plus great trackside accessories when you need to make up a replacement wire. ACCEL Extreme 9000 ceramic spark plug wire sets are available straight or in right-angle configurations. Order the set recommended for your vehicle and engine application. More product features include: * Finished with stainless steel spark plug terminals and ceramic spark plug boots * Each wire features ultra-high temperature double silicone wire rated at 600 degrees F * Ferro-Spiral core wire developed for performance use * Capable of withstanding up to 2,000 degrees F
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Taylor Street Thunder Spark Plug Wire Sets
Taylor Street Thunder spark plug wire sets offer great performance at an affordable price. They feature 8mm diameter black silicone construction with synthetic jacketing to resist heat, oil, and abrasion. Their 500 ohm per ft. resistance delivers greater spark energy, while improving power and fuel efficiency. By using a Kevlar® helically spiral-wound core conductor, Street Thunder wires provide greater strength and durability to suppress electromagnetic and radio frequency interference. Matching black silicone boots protect against high exhaust temperatures and double spring locking terminals make quick vibration-proof connections. Taylor Street Thunder spark plug wires are available in universal, race-fit, or custom-fit styles. Select the set that best suits your application.
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E3 DiamondFIRE Heat-Sleeved Racing Ignition Wires
E3 DiamondFIRE heat-sleeved racing ignition wires boast a proprietary design that will help put you in victory lane. Featuring angled boots and full heat sleeving, these wires are engineered to work in concert with E3's patented DiamondFIRE spark plugs for maximum spark and more power. Order the wires recommended for your vehicle and engine application. Features include: * Class F40 spiral conductor * Rated at 40 ohms per foot * Impregnated with Ferrite, an iron alloy that improves magnetism * 8.5mm 100 percent silicone outer jacket encases a 100 percent silicone inner jacket with stainless steel locking terminals * Unique E3 design: Rock-solid, braided Aramid base core, and Carblex outer core—which make up part of the DiamondFIRE Tri-Core; nickel copper alloy conductors for exceptional spark energy transfer
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PerTronix Flame-Thrower Plug and Play Billet Distributors with Ignitor II® Module
PerTronix Flame-Thrower plug and play billet distributors with Ignitor II® module are designed to provide maximum ignition performance and easy installation, all at a price that you can afford. They allow you to upgrade your outdated points or stock electronic distributor with a performance-proven unit. The distributors feature the patented Ignitor II® electronic ignition module and a CNC-machined 6061 T-6 polished billet housing. PerTronix electronics are compatible with any inductive ignition system coil, but high-rpm performance can be improved when they are used with the low-resistance (0.6 ohm) Flame-Thrower II coil. Their stand-alone design makes them plug-in units that require no additional ignition, but they are compatible with multi-spark CD ignition boxes for outstanding versatility. Additional features include a tempered shaft, an upper roller bearing, and an oil-impregnated sintered bronze lower bushing. The PerTronix Flame-Thrower plug and play billet distributors with Ignitor II® module come with a factory-set performance curve, a mechanical advance limiting adjustment, and a small, high-dielectric strength cap and rotor for applications with little clearance.
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CVR Protorque Maximum Starters
CVR Protorque Maximum starters with 3.1 hp and a 4.44:1 gear reduction ratio are sure to get your engine cranking with ease. They feature a unique aluminum housing to eliminate hot start problems and are adjustable (where applicable) to help clear suspension parts, oil pans, and exhaust systems. Protorque Maximum starters are sealed units with rubber O-rings and grommets and also have easily replaceable plungers and contacts.
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Taylor ThunderVolt 8.2mm Spark Plug Wire Sets
ThunderVolt 8.2mm wires from Taylor are an easy, proven, dyno-tested way to gain more power—simply by changing your spark plug wires! These factory replacement, ultra-high performance ignition wire sets are loaded with features and benefits, including: * 50 ohms of resistance per foot * 100 percent silicone 2-layer jacket * Ferrite spiral-wound coated core * RFI and EMI-compatible for all ignition systems * Dyno-tested to outperform the competition * Superior spark energy * Increased horsepower * Significant torque gains * Smoother idle * Improved fuel economy * Universal, race, and custom fit sets available
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PerTronix Ignitor Lobe Sensor Solid-State Ignition Systems
PerTronix Ignitor lobe sensor solid-state ignition systems replace breaker points and troublesome factory units with a dependable, self-contained, and maintenance-free electronic ignition system. The Ignitor has been called the "stealth" ignition because of its quick installation and nearly undetectable presence under your distributor cap. There is no "black box" to clutter the engine compartment. PerTronix Ignitor has proven itself in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. Order the model recommended for your vehicle, engine, and distributor application. Product features: * Delivers twice the voltage to your spark plugs—increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life * 2:1 improvement over "points" in current fall time for increased coil output * No points to burn or moving parts to wear out * No magnetic sleeve or ring needed; uses existing distributor lobe for sensor trigger * Epoxy molding makes the module impervious to dirt, oil, grease, and moisture * Stable timing—no need for any adjustments * Will trigger most multi-spark CD ignitions * Available for 6 and 12 V negative and positive ground systems
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FAST XDi Street HEI Distributors
FAST XDi Street HEI distributors include the industry-first gear technology with an upgraded module and coil that ensure clean ignition firing up to 8,500+ rpm. Ideal for SB and BB Chevy engines, each of the XDi distributors feature a plasma nitrided gear compatible with all popular camshaft materials, including cast iron, austempered iron, 5160 steel, and even 8620 steel. The special plasma nitride process used on the gears not only increases the gear's surface hardness, but also the "slickness" of the gear teeth reducing friction and increasing cam/distributor gear life, as well as making them superior to common melonized gears. XDi Street HEI distributors also feature powerful 6-amp ignition modules that drive custom-wound performance coils up to 50,000 V, providing the hot spark needed for maximum horsepower. While ready to run out of the box, for those that enjoy tuning the mechanical and vacuum advance mechanisms for better throttle response and fuel economy, FAST XDi Street HEI distributors include springs, advanced limit plate, and instructions needed to adjust the distributor for your particular engine/vehicle combination.
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PerTronix Flame-Thrower Plug and Play Billet Distributors with Ignitor III® Module
PerTronix Flame-Thrower plug and play billet distributors with Ignitor III® module offer the latest version of Pertronix's ignition modules. They include the patented Ignitor III® electronic ignition module and a CNC-machined 6061 T-6 polished billet housing. The Ignitor III® features adaptive dwell, which maintains peak energy throughout the entire rpm range, reduces misfires and improves engine performance. Peak current level is reached just prior to spark for maximum energy without the heat buildup and increased coil performance and module reliability. They adjust spark timing at higher rpm to compensate for the inherent electronic delay and increase energy for quicker, easier starting by sensing startup. The PerTronix Flame-Thrower plug and play billet distributors with Ignitor III® module have an integrated digital rev limiter with LED feedback for precise RPM setting and a memory safe function that stores settings eliminating unintended changes to the rev limit.
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Summit Racing™ Ready-to-Run Billet Distributors
Our Summit Racing™ Ready-to-Run billet distributors provide reliable spark throughout the rpm range, so they'll deliver the performance you need, no matter what you drive--race car, street machine, or hauler. The affordable distributors have high-dollar features that outperform the competition, like a lightweight aluminum housing that's precision CNC-machined for strength and stability, polished steel shafts with sealed ball bearings for stable operation through 10,000 rpm, and a maintenance-free, high-output magnetic trigger for accurate and reliable performance. The distributors have a black alkyd cap and some models also feature vacuum advance. An ignition box is not required for use with Summit Racing™ Ready-to-Run billet distributors except when used with an aftermarket EFI system.
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American Autowire Ignition Switches
If your classic ride has power, but no noise from the starter when engaged—or shows no signs of life at all, even though you know your battery's good—check the ignition switch. Chances are, it's seen better days. American Autowire offers compatible ignition switches to replace your faulty or damaged factory original. They're available in four terminal types, for universal or vehicle-make applications.
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PerTronix Ignitor® Solid-State Ignition Systems
PerTronix Ignitor® solid-state ignition systems deliver more energy with greater timing accuracy. The secret lies in the trigger magnets, which spin with the rotor and operate a switching module that requires no external control box. These systems are immune to heat, oil, and debris—and install in about 15 minutes with only two wires to connect. They come with a switching module, hardware, and instructions. Ignitor® is an ideal choice for collector car restoration because it fits entirely under the distributor cap.
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Autolite Copper Core Spark Plugs
Autolite copper core spark plugs feature a cold-formed steel shell with precision-rolled threads, a full copper core electrode for better performance, and a one-piece terminal post to add strength. The ignition plugs use a copper-glass seal that bonds the insulator and terminal post center electrode together. This ensures full voltage at the spark gap and a 100 percent leak-proof, gas-tight seal. Autolite features an extensive application guide to cover just about everything with an internal combustion engine. Keep your engine running smoothly and reliably with Autolite replacement copper core spark plugs.
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CVR Protorque Starters
With 1.9 hp and a 4:1 gear reduction ratio, these CVR Protorque starters are sure to get your engine cranking. These starters feature a unique aluminum housing to eliminate hot start problems and are adjustable (where applicable) to help clear suspension parts, oil pans, and exhaust systems. These CVR Protorque starters are sealed units with rubber O-rings and grommets and also have easily replaceable plungers and contacts.
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Summit Racing™ Door Jamb Switches
Summit Racing™ door jamb switches help to illuminate your interior. They fit into the jamb, activating dome and courtesy lamps when your doors are opened. Switches are available for dome light bullet or spade connectors--and they're ready for a hassle-free installation. These quality replacements are designed to exceed OEM specs for accurate, maintenance-free operation. A must-have accessory to complete your restoration! The switches are available for a variety of classic vehicles from the 1940s, '50s, and '60s.
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Real Deal Steel Dome Light Switches
Real Deal Steel dome light switches maintain the illumination of your interior. Open the door and the dome light comes on, close the door and it goes off. These RDS switches replace those worn, non-functioning units with original reproductions (with gaskets) to offer the correct fit and function for well-lit--and safe--entry and exit from your classic.
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FAST Dual-Sync Billet Distributors
These FAST dual-sync billet distributors are an easy, drop-in, plug-and-play solution for fully sequential high performance V8 electronic fuel injection engine applications. They feature reluctors and pickups that have been properly aligned right out of the box, so you don't have to set crankshaft reference angles or phasing in the rotor prior to installation. The FAST dual-sync billet distributors have housings that are CNC-machined from high-quality 6061-T6 billet aluminum and include adjustable slip collars to ensure perfect cam gear alignment. Using high-output magnetic pickups to generate high-capacity, noise-resistant, discrete switching signals for the FAST XFI ECU, they offer extremely precise ignition timing and long life. Deliver strong, powerful energy to your spark plug wires with one of these FAST dual-sync billet distributors.
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PerTronix Ignitor II® Lobe Sensor Solid-State Ignition Systems
PerTronix Ignitor II® lobe sensor solid-state ignition systems are smarter! Ignitor II units sense the coil current level and employ a powerful micro-controller to adjust the dwell. Variable dwell helps to maintain peak energy throughout the entire rpm range, and these systems develop up to four times more energy between 3000 and 5000 rpm than standard ignition systems. Order the kit recommended for your vehicle and engine application. Features include: * Adaptive dwell maintains peak energy throughout the entire rpm range, reducing misfires while improving engine performance * Develops on-average four times more available energy between 3000 and 5000 rpm, and two times more available plug voltage * Compensates for inherent electronic delay by adjusting the spark timing throughout the entire rpm range * Synchronized peak current and spark timing reduces heat build-up * Senses startup and develops more energy for quicker, easier starting * Built-in reverse polarity and over-current protection shuts down the system, preventing component damage * No magnetic sleeve or ring needed; uses existing distributor lobe for sensor trigger
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