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The wai t is over! ! Spring is here and the show season is in full swing. Car shows, swap meets, fun in the sun, cruise nights, it doesn’t get any better for us gear heads!

From a company view we are deep into some really spectacular tooling projects. You should start to see some really big key part announcements all throughout this year for all three years of cars. Keep an eye on our website and newsletters.

This newsletter is chock full of specials to help cool down you and your car. We’ve got all our top radiators, shrouds and all the trimmings to keep that classic cool and we’re running awesome specials on our Vintage Air kits to keep you comfortable through the upcoming hot months.

Also, the RainGear windshield wiper kits have been all the buzz these last couple of years so we thought we’d try to help a bit by doing an install so you know exactly what’s involved in this awesome upgrade.

As always, thank you so much for allowing us to be your dedicated supplier for all your Tri-Five needs. We only do one thing here and that’s 55-57 Chevys.

Happy Restoring,

Steve Brown

SPRING 2012

VOLumE 18, ISSuE 2 • ProducEd by danchuk Mfg. 3201 s. sTandard avE., sanTa ana, california 92705

Many times when you are restoring a classic Chevy you will find that the original wiper system doesn’t function properly or is missing altogether. Instead of trying to find NOS or remanufactured wiper transmissions, or replacement cables to rebuild your originals, why not upgrade to a modern style wiper system that uses solid shafts and never requires adjustment? Follow along as we install one of the RainGear systems in our 1956 test car (1955 installations are identical, 1957 installations are very similar). It’s really not that hard and you will love the results.

Danchuk Parts you will need…• #12825 RainGear Wiper System with Intermittent Switch• #12828 RainGear Universal Washer Kit• #913 Wiper Switch Tool• #912 Wiper Escutcheon Nut Tool (included in kit)

Tools you will need…• 3/16" and 1/4" Clutch Head Screwdrivers or Drivers• Phillips and Flat Blade Screwdrivers• 7/8"-1/2" Drive Socket• 1/2" and 9/16"-3/8" Drive Deep Sockets• 3/4"-3/8" Drive Deep Socket or Box-End Wrench• 5/16" Nut Driver or Open-End Wrench• 1/4" Open-End Wrench • 3/8" Open-End or Box-End Wrench• Crescent Wrench• Plastic or Wood Mallet• Steering Wheel Puller• 3/8" Drill• 9/32" Drill Bit

Before you start, go to the Danchuk website and download the RainGear instruction sheet. You will find it posted under part #12825. It will be easier to follow the article if you have the instructions handy. Also, you may find it easier to do this install if you remove the steering wheel from your vehicle, just to get it out of the way.

1.) Disconnect your battery.

2.) Remove the glove box insert and radio. We also removed the glove box d o o r u s i n g o u r P h i l l i p s screwdriver and the ashtray for better access. Pic 1

3.) Remove the Phillips screws that hold the i n s t r u m e n t cluster in place and at least pull it away from the dash far enough to get in behind it. (We removed ours to make it easier to install the drivers side wiper drive unit.) Once it is loose, reach in and unclip the wiring harness. Clear the wiring away making room for the new wiper unit. Pic 2

Note: You may find it easier to loosen the column and pull it down a bit to gain access to the lower 2 Philips screws on the cluster. To do this, remove the lower column cover with your 3/16" clutch head driver.

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Download RainGear Instructions from Danchuk WebsiteLoosen the lower column support bolts with your 1/2" deep socket and 3/8"-dr ive ratchet to drop the column down enough to gain easier access to the lower cluster screws.Pics 3-4-5

4.) Remove the wiper control knob and cable from the dash with your wiper switch tool. Save the knob and wiper bezel for use with the new electric switch. Pic 5A

5.) Remove the wiper arms and blades and set aside. A flat blade screwdriver may be needed to help unclasp the tabs. Pic 6

6.) Dismantle the o r ig ina l w ipe r sys te m . S t a r t by removing the wiper escutcheon nu t s w i t h t h e suppl ied wiper escutcheon nut t o o l . R e m o ve t h e w i p e r e s c u t c h e o n s . R e m o v e t h e original pivot shafts. Remove the wiper motor and center drive unit from the firewall. Pic 7

7. ) T h e re a re t wo 3 /8 " rods under the dash that support the column. With your 1/2" socket and 3/8"-drive ratchet remove the upper bolt. Remove the lower

bo l t w i th your 9/6" socket and 3/8"-drive ratchet. The rod will not be reinstalled. If you have a manual t r a n s m i s s i o n remove the clutch pedal return spring for better access. (We installed a 3/8"-16" X 3/4" bolt in the lower rod hole in the dash so the column would remain supported.) Pics 8-9

Now we will begin to install the RainGear system.

8.) On the drivers side wiper drive assembly there is a “locator tab” that will need to be bent to line up with the body. Bend it forward about 30 degrees or enough to have as little gap as possible. (Refer to figure 2 in the instructions.) This tab mounts where the support rod we removed bolted to the firewall. Pic 10

9.) Plug the wire harness to the wiper motor drive assembly. Pic 11

10.) Raise the wiper drive assembly up under the dash to the left of the steering column and guide the pivot shaft through the wiper hole in the cowl. It helps to clear the wires out of the way with one hand and move the drive assembly into place with the other.

11. ) From the outside of the car place the rubber washer, aluminum spacer and nut on to the pivot shaft. With your 3/4"deep socket and 3/8"-dr ive ratchet or 3/4" box-end wrench, tighten the nut up snug…not tight. Pics 12-13-14

12.) Wi th your 1/2" socket and 3/8"-drive ratchet, secure the wiper drive assembly to the firewall with the supplied 5/16"-18" x 1/2" bolt. The assembly bolts into the hole where we removed the dash support rod. If there is a gap between the locator tab and the firewall remove the unit and bend the tab a little farther. Pic 15

13.) Assemble the two link halves together using the longer of the two sets of holes. S e c u r e t h e m together with the supplied hardware with your 5/16" nut dr iver and 3/8" wrench.Pics 16-17

14.) Instal l the molded plast ic bushings into the link ends. Install the one with the flanged end first with the flanged end towards the pivot shaft. They will be very tight a n d yo u m ay need to use your plastic mallet, do not smash them. Install the outer plastic ring next to complete the assembly. If you need to use your mallet be gentle. Pics 18-19-20

15.) Assemble the extended end of the long link to the pivot fitting on the passenger side pivot shaft. Make sure i t moves f re e ly o n t h e shaft. Install the supplied washer and then secure the link to the shaft with the supplied J-clip. Use your 1/4" open-end wrench to push down on the clip and work it into place. Refer to the wiper instructions figures 5 and 6 for more information. Pics 21-22

16.) Place the left end link close to point “D” on the drivers side wiper drive unit and pass the passenger side pivot shaft thru the cowl. Refer to figures 3 and 5 in the instruction sheet. Install the rubber washer, aluminum spacer and nut on the passenger side pivot shaft like you did in Step 11. Pic 23

17.) Attach the long link to the driver side wiper drive at point “D” and attach it as you did the passenger side in Step 15. Refer to figure 3 in the instruction sheet. Pics 24-25

Note: It is very impor tant that the lever on the passenger side pivot shaft ends up in the 10 o’clock to 2 o’clock position. Refer to figure 5 in the instruction sheet. If the lever ends up in the 6 o’clock position the wipers will run backwards and you will remove the paint from your hood. Ours ended up at 10 o’clock.

18.) Secure the gauge cluster wires and any other under dash wiring well out of the way of the moving parts we just installed with tie straps.

Now it is time to install and wire the intermittent wiper switch. The intermittent switch MUST have the black wire grounded and it will not function if the car body is not grounded. You CANNOT use a battery charger to test the system.

19.) Instal l the new wiper switch in the or ig inal locat ion us ing your original bezel and knob. (If your car was originally equipped with a washer system you can retain the original washer button with just a l i t t l e b i t o f additional work. Just cut the rod off the push button and slide the push button back into the knob.) Thread the jam nut onto the switch shaft a p p rox i m a te ly 7/16" from the bottom. Install the star washer with the teeth pointing towards the back of the dash. Slide the switch in from the back of the dash, thread the wiper nut onto the shaft and tighten with your wiper switch tool. Push the knob on the switch and stand the knob off enough to allow movement for the washer function. Tighten the knob with a small flat blade screwdriver. Pics 26-27-28-29-30

20.) Ground the black wire from the switch to a good body ground. Connect the RED wire to a 5 amp fused power source controlled by the ignition switch. Wire the rest of the switch according to the wiring diagram supplied in

the kit. (If you are installing a washer system you can wire the washer at this time as outlined in the wiring diagram, we did not.) Route the wiring harness using the supplied clamps and attach to the hole in the lower portion of the drive assembly. Refer to figure 3 of the wiper instruction sheet. Make sure all wires are clear of the moving parts under the dash.

If you are installing the washer kit proceed to step 26. If not proceed to step 21.

2 1. ) I n s ta l l t h e w i p e r escutcheons and nuts in the reverse order of removal and install the nuts with your wiper escutcheon nut tool. Pic 30A

22.) Test the electrical operation. DO NOT install the wiper arms and blades yet, we need to confirm and possibly adjust the park position for the system.

2 3 . ) Tu r n t h e motor on, and then off to park the motor. Using masking tape or wire ties make a “Flag” on the pivot shafts in the approximate wiper position so you can see the operation of the system. Pic 31

Every attempt has been made to adjust the drive arm on the motor so the unit will park correctly at the end of the stroke. If the wipers park early or late then adjustment will be necessary. Our kit required no adjustment. Refer to figure 3 in the instruction sheet to see the proper “Park” alignment. If adjustment is necessary adjust as outlined in the instruction sheet.

24.) Put the dashboard back together. You may need to leave the rear support off of your original radio to clear the long link.

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29.) Attach the larger diameter washer hose to the bottom o f t he pump and run it up to the cowl area. Install the tee and the smaller washer hoses. If necessary, as it was on our vehicle, use your drill and 9/32" drill bit to drill holes in the cowl for the smal l w iper hoses. Finish the holes off with a rubber grommet. Pics 41-42

30.) Hook the s m a l l h o s e s up to the tubes i n t he w ipe r e s c u t c h e o n s and install the e s c u t c h e o n s as descr ibed in step 21 and i n s t a l l y o u r wiper arms and blades. Pic 43

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Just a Few More Steps!25.) Install your wiper arms and blades, spray some water on your windshield and try out your new wipers!! Pic 32

You can reinstall the original wiper motor on your firewall to retain the original look or you can install the supplied plate to cover the hole. Congratulations! You’re done. Pic 33

Installation of the windshield washer assembly, Danchuk #12828.

26.) Mount the bracket for the washer bottle/p u mp i n t he location of your choice. We used existing holes on the core support filler panel. Slide the washer unit into place on the bracket. Pic 34

27.) Assemble the p rov ided wire connectors for the washer pump to t he brown and black wires. Push the wires into the wh i te p las t i c connector. Pic 35-36

28. ) Connect the white plastic connec to r to the pump and run the brown wire through the firewall wire grommet. Connect the brown wire you just ran to the brown wire on the switch and connect the black wire from the pump to a good ground source. Pics 37-38-39-40

WindshiEld WiPEr EscuTchEonsThey chromed almost everything in the 50’s, and this escutcheon design was no excep-tion. Our quality control department gives these an A-1 rating, and we’re sure you’ll agree! Includes chrome nuts and nozzles. Made in the USA.1955 150 ...#208 ......$44.95 .....$35.95/set1955-56 (exc. 55-150)..................#210A ...$44.95 .....$35.95/set1957 (Shown)..................#210 ......$44.95 .....$35.95/set

WiPEr EscuTchEon nuT Tool We’ve upgraded this tool to include the T-handle, making our new version even more convenient to use. With this handy imple-ment escutcheon nuts are easily removed, and scratched hardware is a thing of the past. 1953-58 ....#912 ......$9.95 .........$8.50/ea.

PolishEd sTainlEss sTEEl WiPEr arMs Bring the highly polished look back to your windshield wipers with these stainlesssteel wiper arms. For use with our wiper blade #2518 below.1954-59 Driver ....................................... #2519 .............$20.95 .....................$16.95/ea.1954-59 Passenger ............................... #2520 .............$20.95 .....................$16.95/ea.

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WiPEr bladEThis is the blade that belongs on our highly-polished wiper arms, the combina-tion you need to restore your car back to its original look. For use with our #2519 and #2520 wiper arms.1954-59 Either Side ............................... #2518 .............$20.95 .....................$16.95/ea.

shoW QualiTy WiPEr arMsIf the best quality and most correct configuration is what you’re after, then these are the wiper arms for you.1955-56 Vacuum/Electric (exc. ‘56 Delco), Hook................................................................ #10137 ...........$56.95 ................... $45.50/pr.1957 Vacuum, Hook .............................. #10138 ...........$56.95 ................... $45.50/pr.1957 Electric, Straight End ................... #10139 ...........$56.95 ................... $45.50/pr.

raingEar WindshiEld WiPEr kiTsThe RainGear wiper system is a rugged and proven lever and link wiper system designed to completely replace he original cable and spool system. This kit uses the original arms and blades and you can use the original knob and bezel to retain originality. Don’t for-get to order the optional washer kit, #12828, shown on page 4 These kits will not clear Airtique’s 1955 only defrost duct or Kugels under dash master cylinder/booster. Motor mounts under the dash.1955-56 2-Speed ................................... #12824 ...........$389.95 ................. $314.95/kit1955-56 2-Speed w/ Delay .................... #12825 ...........$429.95 .................$339.95/kit1957 2-Speed ......................................... #12826 ...........$429.95 .................$339.95/kit1957 2-Speed w/ Delay ......................... #12827 ...........$479.95 ................ $384.95/kit

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MoTor slidEsSince these under-the-hood connections are plastic, they are prone to heat deteriora-tion and discoloration. Don’t let them break unexpectedly. This is a low-cost item that should be replaced regularly. Part #211B is a plastic adapter to be used with #211A for vehicles with factory washer bottles.1957 & 56-62 Vette..................#211 ......$6.95 .........$5.50/ea.1955-56 ....#211A ...$6.95 .........$5.50/ea.1955-56 Adapter..................#211B ...$6.95 .........$5.50/ea.

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..............#11224 ..$234.95 ...$187.95/ea.1955-56 Intermittent Switch ..............#11224A $324.95 ..$259.95/ea.1957 2-Speed Switch w/ Extension ..............#11225 ..$264.95 ... $211.95/ea.1957 Intermittent Switch w/ Extension ..............#11225A $324.95 ..$259.95/ea.

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WindshiEld WashEr kiTAdd this washer kit to your RainGear system for a complete modern upgrade. A must have when you’re long hauling it on the “Power Tour”.All .............#12828 ..$87.95 .......$69.95/kit

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That’s it! Fill your water bottle and give it a try.

Note: We followed the RainGear directions carefully, just as they suggested. If you feel you need to modify parts/directions to make the kit fit your car, you may be doing something wrong. It is recommended that you re-read the instructions or call RainGear at the number on the instruction sheet.

Start with these Part Specials for an easy install!

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aluMinuM ThErMosTaT housingsAll 15° Swivel..................#12505 ..$16.95 ......$13.50/ea.All 45° Swivel..................#12124 ..$17.95 .......$14.50/ea.All 90° Swivel..................#12125 ..$17.95 .......$14.50/ea.

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fan-ThoM ii ElEcTric fan conTrol kiTFan-Thom fan controls offer you clean, simple and safe fan control-ler for your electric fans. The supplied thermostat threads into the engine or cooling system for a professional installation.All 200 degree .............. #14615 .........$83.95 ............$66.95/kitNote: Turns fan on at 200° & off at 185°.All 185 degree .............. #14616 .........$81.95 .............$65.95/kitNote: Turns fan on at 185+F75° & off at 170°.

PainlEss f5 dual fan conTrollErsElectric cooling fans have become a mainstay when it comes to keeping any type of vehicle’s engine cool. This state-of-the-art fan control system includes an under hood rated solid state pulse width modulation controller, 3/8 NPT threaded temperature sensor, large gauge fan wires and a labeled vehicle integration wire harness, mounting hardware and 70 Amp fuse and connectors. Part #16322 Dual Fan Controller is rated to control two 35 Amp cooling fans. Controller features include dual cooling fan control from 50% up to 100%; A/C compressor override that runs the fans at 100% duty cycle if air conditioning is kicked on. The 16322 kit also includes a three position toggle switch that gives you manual control of the cooling fans; position one is 100% fan on, position two is normal operation and position three is 0% fan or fan off. The 16323 controller features include controlling one large fan from 50% up to 100% dependant on your engine temperature. Also included in either kit is a three position toggle switch that gives you manual control of the cooling fans; position one is 100% fan on, position two is normal operation and position three is 0% fan or fan off and a push button switch which is used to set the vehicle speed at which you like the cooling fans to shut off above. All Dual Fan (Shown) ...............................................................................#16322 .............................. $259.95 ...................$207.95/kitAll Single Fan ...........................................................................................#16323 .............................. $259.95 ...................$207.95/kit

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ElEcTric fan kiTThe Flex-A-Lite Black Magic Xtreme fan out performs typical cage fans by 45%-50%, and provides consistent cooling regardless of en-gine speed. Get more power and better mileage by replacing your stock fan. Includes adjustable thermostat, A/C relay and manual switch. Avail-able in Puller version only. Recommended for 6-cylinder position radiators. Measures 21-1/2" by 17-1/2" by 4-3/16".All w/ Relay & Thermostat, 3300 CFM . #13452 ...........$305.95 .................$275.95/ea.

s-bladE ElEcTric fansThese S-Blade fans can be used as a pri-mary or auxillary fan. The 16" Syclone pulls 2500CFM which makes it strong enough to replace your belt driven fan, freeing up horsepower and increasing mileage. Both fans are reversible (push/pull).All 14", w/o Relay & Thermostat,

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dual ElEcTric fan kiTBest suited for crossflow conversion, these dual 12" electric fans come in either a puller or pusher configuration and measure 26-1/4" by 15-1/2 by 2-5/8" thick. Fan kits are available with or without fan controls. Mounting hardware and fan controls included.All Puller, w/ Relay & Thermostat, 2500 CFM................................................................ #13453 ...........$333.95 .................$299.95/kit

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black PoWdEr coaTEd & chroME sTEEl fan shrouds1955-57 V8 in 6 Cyl. Core Support ..........................................................#16625 .............................. $99.95 ...................... $69.95/ea.1955-57 V8 in Stock Position ..................................................................#16626A ........................... $99.95 ...................... $69.95/ea.1955-57 V8 in Stock V8 Core Support, w/ #11236 6-Cyl. Position Conversion Brackets...................................................................................................................#16627A ........................... $109.95 .................... $76.95/ea.1955-57 V8 in 6 Cyl. Core Support, Chrome, Black Brackets ...............#16625C ........................... $199.95 ...................$139.95/ea.1955-57 V8 in Stock Position, Chrome, Black Brackets ........................#16626C ........................... $199.95 ...................$139.95/ea.1955-57 V8 in Stock V8 Core Support, w/ #11236 6-Cyl. Position Conversion Brackets, Chrome, Black Brackets...................................................................................................................#16627C ........................... $209.95 ...................$149.95/ea.1955-57 Chrome Brackets .......................................................................#16625B ........................... $62.95 ......................$49.95/ea.1955-57 Chrome Brackets .......................................................................#16626B ........................... $62.95 ......................$49.95/ea.

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aluMinuM radiaTorsAluminum Downflow radiators feature fully welded construc-tion (no epoxy) and dual 1" tubes. Radiators are available in either a standard or Tripleflow configuration. Tripleflow radiators achieve the maximum temperature drop by creating walls which force the coolant to pass through the core 3 times resulting in greater temperature reductions. Aluminum radiators do not have transmission coolers. An auxiliary cooler will be required so be sure to check out our transmission coolers on page 346-347 of our catalog. When mounting #13274 the hood baffle may require modification on 55-56 application. All triple flow radia-tor upper inlets are on driver side of top tank. Radiators fit both standard and automatic transmission equipped cars, and don’t forget to order a fan shroud, parts #16625-16627C for the best in cooling performance. Made in the USA.1955-57 V8 ................................................#13262 ........... $475.95 .................. $419.95/ea.1955-57 Triple Flow, V8 ............................#13266 ........... $554.95 ..................$489.95/ea.1955-56 V8 in 6-Cyl. Position ............... #13270 ...........$475.95 .................$419.95/ea.1955-57 V8 in 6-Cyl. Position, Triple Flow................................................................ #13274 ...........$554.95 ................ $489.95/ea.

dEsErT coolEr radiaTors They drop right into your favorite tri-five and feature the lastest cooling technology. V-8 owners can choose from either standard or high-effiency styles. High efficiency models are recommended for A/C and performance applications. Each unit includes side shims, transmission line fitting, petcock and drain hose making for an easy instalation. If the radia-tor is mounted on the engine side of the core support, you have a V8 core support. If it’s on the grille side, then it’s a 6-cylinder support. Radiators fit both standard and automatic transmission equipped cars, and don’t forget to order a fan shroud, parts #16625-16627C for the best in cooling performance. Made in the USA.1955-57 V8, 4 Row ................................. #399 ...............$399.95 ................ $349.95/ea.1955-56 Hi-Efficiency, 3 Row, 6-Cyl. ..... #336 ...............$399.95 ................ $349.95/ea.1955-57 Hi-Efficiency, 4 Row, V8 Position................................................................ #337 ...............$459.95 .................$399.95/ea.1955-56 Hi-Efficiency, 4 Row, V8 in 6-Cyl. Position................................................................ #12072 ...........$399.95 ................ $349.95/ea.1957 Hi-Efficiency, 4 Row, V8 in 6-Cyl. Position................................................................ #12072A ........$399.95 ................ $349.95/ea.

radiaTor suPPorT To fraME shiMsHardware included.1955-57 ....#1167 ....$11.95 .........$9.95/ea.

radiaTor convErsion brackETsAllows you to mount a V8 position radiator into the 6-cylinder position of a V8 core support. 1955-57 ....#11236 ..$47.95 ...... $39.95/pr.

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suPPorT rubbEr cushionsMade in the USA.1955-57 ....#604 ......$10.95 .......$9.95/pr.bE cool aluMinuM crossfloW radiaTors

1955-57 Standard .................................. #13764 ...........$495.00 ................ $449.95/ea.1955-57 Auto .......................................... #13765 ...........$695.00 ................ $625.95/ea.1955-57 Standard, Polished ................. #13774 ...........$699.95 ................ $649.95/ea.1955-57 Auto, Polished ......................... #13775 ...........$849.95 ................$769.95/ea.

radiaTor hosEsMade with the same quality materials as our show quality hoses, but priced for the budget-oriented daily driver. For the 1957 6 cylinder upper hose, see show quality hoses, below.1955-57 V8, Upper Hose..................#044 ......$16.95 ...... $15.25/ea.1955-57 V8, lower Hose..................#045 ......$16.95 ...... $15.25/ea.1955-56 6 Cyl., Upper Hose

..............#046 ......$16.95 ...... $15.25/ea.1955-57 6 Cyl., lower Hose

..............#047 ......$19.95 ......$16.25/ea.1955-57 V8 in 6 Cyl. Pos., lower

..............#10856 ..$17.95 ....... $15.25/ea.1955-57 Upper, Trim to Fit Crossflow

..............#12161 ..$22.95 ......$18.95/ea.1955-57 lower, Trim to Fit Crossflow

..............#12162 ..$27.95 ....... $21.95/ea.

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#046radiaTor PETcock WiTh hosEThe same brass valve used in 1955, 1956 and 1957, with the original 6" of rubber drain hose included. Made in the USA.1955-57 ....#400 .....$7.50 .......... $6.25/ea.

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To fEndEr shiM kiTs1955-56 ....#1168 ....$8.95 ..........$7.50/ea.1957 (Shown)..................#1169 ....$9.95 .........$8.50/ea.

radiaTor caPsFits the Desert Cooler® radiator or any other 1955-1957 radiator application. 7-lb for stock cooling systems or 13-lb pressure capacity for aluminum radiators with Vintage Air systems.1955-57 7-lb...................#141 ......$9.95 .........$8.50/ea.1955-57 13-lb...................#12160 ..$5.95 ......... $4.50/ea.

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WiTh boWTiE1955-57 13-lb...................#12159A $64.95 ..... $49.95/ea.

radiaTor Zinc anodEInstalls in place of petcock and protects the cooling system from corrosion.All 1/4 NPT..................#14845 ..$11.95 .........$9.95/ea.

radiaTor hosE claMP1955-57 ....#12163 ..$1.50 ............$.95/ea.

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WiTh bE cool logoA great way to top off your cooling system upgrade. These Be Cool billet radiator caps, besides being great looking, are designed to allow the use of a coolant recovery system where needed.All Round Style..................#13776 ..$49.95 ......$39.95/ea.All Octagon Style..................#13777 ..$49.95 ......$39.95/ea.

shoW QualiTy radiaTor hosEsThese radiator hoses are correctly num-bered with the GM codes used in 1955, 1956 and 1957. These are the hoses for detail-oriented collectors and anyone seek-ing to restore the original factory look to their engine compartment. Original style spring clamps are included.1955-57 V8, Upper Hose..................#044A ...$22.95 ......$18.50/ea.1955-57 V8, lower Hose..................#045A ...$22.95 ......$18.50/ea.1955-56 6 Cyl., Upper Hose

..............#046B ...$22.95 ......$18.50/ea.1957 6 Cyl., Upper Hose (Not Shown)

..............#046A ...$29.95 ......$23.95/ea.1955-57 6 Cyl., lower Hose

..............#047A ...$29.95 ......$23.95/ea.1956-57 Dual 4BC & F.I. ,Upper Hose

(Not Shown) ..............#2559 ....$42.95 ..... $34.50/ea.

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a/c cluTch covErsAll Polished Billet..................#12562 ..$19.95 ......$16.95/ea.All Chromed Billet..................#12563 ..$39.95 ..... $36.95/ea.*Note: For Sanden 508 Compressor

a/c cluTch coMPrEssor covErsDress up your Sanden 508 A/C Compressor with this aluminum clutch cover, hardware included. All Chrome, SD508..................#16542 ..$69.95 ..... $55.95/ea. All Polished, SD508..................#16543 ..$65.95 ......$52.95/ea. All Machined, SD508..................#16544 ..$59.95 ......$47.95/ea.

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Over Labor Day Weekend last year the Amsoil/Street Rodder Road Tour came to Indianapolis. Invited to participate by the NHRA they camped out all weekend at the US Nationals and on Tuesday morning headed out towards their destination, Shades of the Past in Pigeon Forge, TN. Since Indianapolis Raceway Park, home to the US Nationals, is barely a 5-minute drive from Danchuk in Brownsburg we thought it would be cool to invite them over for a little lunch and a look around the new Danchuk Indiana digs.

Our thanks to Jerry Dixie and Ed Zinke, as well as the Danchuk customers and Shades of the Past Tour participants, who came by to enjoy the afternoon. You guys were great and we had a Blast!! Check it out!!!

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coMPlETE 134a air condiTioning uniTsDesigned specifically for your classic Chevy. System attaches to existing holes in dash and firewall without drilling. These kits now use the fully electronic GEN IV Sure Fit System, which features an electronic conversion for stock heater control levers which eliminates all control cables. Separate heating and cooling coils and SPAL permanent magnet blower motor gives you maximum capacity and performance. To order, call our customer service department with your application. Ask your customer service rep for more informa-tion. These kits come in 3 box sets, and 2 of the 3 boxes need to be shipped oversized which incurs an extra shipping charge. Note: Special order configured A/C kits are NOT eligible for sale prices. Ask your sales rep for details.1955-56 .....................................................................................................#2437 ............................... $1329.95 ................$1175.95/kit1957 ..........................................................................................................#2439 ............................... $1329.95 ................$1175.95/kitNote: The 55 with original 265 V8 with oil filter option requires a special order kit.

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2011 Street Rodder Tour Visits Danchuk Indiana

Project XTour Car

Tony Wood, owner of Tony’s Hotrod Shop in Meridian, Mississippi, had always wanted a ’55 Chevy. One afternoon, in 2004, a friend told him about a ’55 he had seen sitting in a barn. Tony went to look at it and got to talking with the owner. He had a ’48 Olds 2-door Coupe, the Wood family hot rod, that he rebuilt when he was in high school, but he had lost interest in it. He liked the ’55 and proposed to the owner a body for body trade. The ’48 for the ’55. The owner accepted and Tony became the proud third owner of a 1955 210 2-door sedan.

Originally, Tony was going to build a nice driver. But when Tony started thinking about opening a business of his own he, along with his wife Felicia, felt they needed something more. Something to park outside his new shop to show off his talents. They needed an award winning show car. Two years later, that was exactly what Tony and Felicia would have.

In 2008, the car was disassembled and a

rotisserie restoration was begun. Every nut, every bolt, everything would be reworked or replaced. That’s how these projects go and, of course, Tony would do practically everything. After all, you can’t have a car that showcases your talents and sub it all out to someone else to build, can you?

Tony started with the frame, which was blasted and painted with PPG Jet Black base and clear. A custom transmission cross member was added to support the TH-700-R4 he would install and custom motor mounts were added for the 468 big block he was planning to build. Tony wanted the car to handle as well as look good, so he went to the experts for his suspension. Heidt’s polished stainless tubular upper and lower a-arms were installed along with their 2” drop spindles in the front. In the rear, an Art Morrison triangulated 4-bar setup was installed with “custom for the application” coil-over shocks. Sway bars were added front and rear along with a complete Baer disc brake system, “Track” in the front with 13” rotors and dual piston

calipers and “Touring “ with 11” rotors in the rear. Instead of a 9”, which is usually the case with a Morrison set up, Tony went with the rear end out of an ’89 Firebird which he narrowed 4” and stuffed with Moser axles and 3.27 gears. A 605 box rounds out the modifications on the frame to assure the ’55 would steer as well as it handled. For wheels and tires Tony chose “Chicaynes” by Billet Specialties, 17x8 up front and 17x9.5 in the rear shod with Kumho 215/45R17’s and 275/40R17’s respectively.

Any great show car needs lots of go power and the 468 Tony planned would not disappoint. Tony built it with all the right parts, Keith Black 10.5 to 1 pistons, a Comp Cams bump stick, Edelbrock Air Gap intake, Barry Grant 830 carburetor and a Summit ready to run distributor: all topped off by a chrome Street and Performance Front Runner pulley system. For exhaust, a set of ceramic coated Patriot full length headers got the nod along with Edelbrock RPM mufflers and a 2-1/2” X pipe exhaust system.

With the frame, suspension and drive train taken care of Tony turned his attention to the body. Starting with the hood Tony removed the area where the stock hood bird usually sits. He replaced it with the rear section of a doaner hoods center hood peak so the peak would run the full length of the hood. Next, the front outer fender extensions were welded into the front fenders and the wheel well lip was extended all the way to the bumper. The hood, fender and trunk emblem holes were welded up as well…this car would not be sporting emblems, just side stainless. The vent windows were removed and the doors were set up for one-piece front door glass. Next he removed the cowl vent, welded it up and smoothed it out. The complete floor was repaired and new floor sections installed along with a new trunk section. All the body gaps were reworked and all the body panels were fitted and gapped.

Once the metal work was complete and the body was massaged to perfection, it was time for Tony, and his brother James,

to shoot the custom mixed Platinum Silver base coat clear coat paint. Six coats of the base along with three coats of clear give the car it’s beautiful finish.

Once the paint was done it was time to reassemble the car. Tony installed the Danchuk grille surround, grille, headlight bezels, park and tail light assemblies smoothie front bumper and door handles. The reworked and re-polished original side stainless was installed along with the front and rear glass with new seals, also from Danchuk. New Danchuk door and trunk seals were installed along with the rest of the weather stripping.

Tony enlisted the help of Stewart’s Kustom Interiors in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for the interior work, the only task he would sub out. Stewart’s would install the custom console that Tony built, along with custom front buckets, a custom rear seat, door panels and trunk upholstery all covered in Lipstick Red leather. Tony whipped up a custom mix of paint to match the leather

in both color and especially sheen to use on the dash, garnish moldings and window trim just to make everything perfect. The interior was finished out with an Ididit steering column, Custom Rod Gauges, Lokar brake and gas pedals, Lokar shifter, Clayton Machine Shop door and window cranks and a Pete’s Fabrications custom dash trim purchased from Danchuk.

The car was finished early in 2010 and it was an immediate hit wherever it went. It has won a number of awards since completion, most notably the Goodguys Builders Choice Top 10 at the Goodguys 2010 Nashville event and it was the Goodguys Choice in 2010 at Bowling Green, Kentucky. At Shades of the Past in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee it was one of the top 25 cars in 2010 along with some stiff competition. And it won Best in Show at Scraping the Coast in Biloxi, Mississippi in 2011.

Thanks for letting us share your ‘55 in the Danchuk Update, Tony...it’ a real work of art!

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18-19-20 Super Chevy Show ................................................@ Virginia motorsports Park ..................... in Petersburg, VA

25-26-27 Ohio Swap meet and Car Show...........................@ Clark County Fairgrounds ..................... in Springfield, Oh

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