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Building The Mustang Ministock includes everything a racer needs to know to competitively build, set up and race a Mustang 3 car. Using eight informative chapters based on a project car built as an example for this book, Building The Mustang Ministock thoroughly covers all areas of race car fabrication, suspension systems, chassis setup and adjustment.
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Topics include modifying the MacPherson strut front suspension for racing, chassis fabrication, roll cage design and installation, interior fabrication, scaling the car, identifying and solving handling problems and chassis setups for both asphalt and dirt cars. There also is a full chapter on performance engine building for the Ford 2300 engine.

The 136-page softcover book is well illustrated with more than 275 photos, drawings and charts. Currently selling for $29.95 plus $8.95 for shipping, Building The Mustang Ministock can be ordered by calling Steve Smith Autosports at 714-639-7681 or by visiting their website at www.SteveSmithAutosports.com.

Installers, Technicians and Repair Shop Owners:

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www.underhoodservice.com and click on the “Promo of the Week” link from our homepage to view some of the fabulous offers from aftermarket manufacturers.

Once on the promos page, scroll down on the left side of the web page to view the latest promotions that include:

  • ATK Engine/Cash promotion

  • Airtex counter promotional items

  • Airtex NASCAR baseball cap

  • ANSA Automotive: durable and attractive display for their Silverline Stainless Steel exhaust products

  • BWD Automotive’s “Put ‘Em In & Put It On” NASCAR T-Shirt Promotion

  • CRC Industries’ launch of its “Win the CRC Bike”

  • The Federal-Mogul Technical Education Center (TEC) which will award a 1966 Chevrolet El Camino SS

  • FRAM Box Top Promotion

  • Standard Motor Products, Inc.’s “Free for Five” T-Shirt Promotion

Aftermarket suppliers that have current or upcoming promotions for automotive repair shop personnel should e-mail materials to Ed Sunkin at [email protected].

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Several States Declare April As ‘Car Care Month’

Several governors across the country have declared April as Car Care Month in their respective states, urging their residents to be car care aware and perform the service necessary to ensure their vehicles are operating in a safe, efficient and clean manner.

TechShop Staff Writers
By TechShop Staff Writers
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Several governors across the country have declared April as Car Care Month in their respective states, urging their residents to be car care aware and perform the service necessary to ensure their vehicles are operating in a safe, efficient and clean manner.
The following governors have issued official state proclamations that April is Car Care Month: Gov. Robert Bentley of Alabama, Gov. John Hickenlooper of Colorado, Gov. Pat Quinn of Illinois, Gov. Rick Snyder of Michigan, Gov. Susana Martinez of New Mexico, Gov. John A. Kitzhaber, M.D. of Oregon, Gov. Nikki R. Haley of South Carolina, Gov. Bill Haslam of Tennessee, Gov. Peter Shumlin of Vermont and Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin of West Virginia.
“We want to thank these governors for officially proclaiming April as Car Care Month,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Car Care Month provides a unique opportunity for the auto care industry and the government to educate car owners on the importance of proper vehicle care. Motor vehicle safety continues to be a major focus for state legislatures and regulatory agencies across the country, so we commend each of the governors for making these important proclamations.”
Spring is the perfect time for motorists to make sure their vehicles are running reliably after a rough winter and before the summer driving season begins. Many independent repair shops and community organizations throughout the country will conduct car care events during April. These events have revealed that three out of four vehicles inspected are in need of some type of maintenance or repair.
The non-profit Car Care Council offers many free tools on its website to help consumers drive smart, save money and be more environmentally friendly, including the popular 60-page Car Care Guide and a custom service schedule and email reminder service.
“By following a service schedule and performing preventative vehicle maintenance, motorists can ensure that their vehicles are safe and dependable. Plus, auto care can help save money in many ways, including reducing fuel consumption and extending vehicle life,” continued White. “We encourage all car owners across the country to get their vehicles inspected this April.”

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