What It Is
Launcher, a progressive nitrous controller that allows you to individually control up to four stages on the sauce.
Why We Like It
Ease of tunability through a laptop computer and its compatibility with all Windows applications, including the latest Vista. If you'd rather have the ability to tune on the fly, then you can upgrade to the optional handheld touch screen. Inside, an SD card can data-log your runs and easily store a number of tunes for specific tracks.
What We'll Do With It
We love nitrous, so this one should be fairly easy to figure out. We'll do a complete install on a radial tire-equipped car and show you how to use it, step by step.
Nos
holley.com
270.782.2900
What It Is
Rod Shocks coilovers for early Novas, Chevelles, and Camaros.
Why We Like It
Don't let the name fool you; these coilovers are offered in both Comfort and Sport models and even allow you to adjust the ride height.
What We'll Do With It
Associate Publisher Jonathan Ozeretny keeps telling us he's going to get his hands on an early Nova. We doubt it'll happen, but if and when it does, we'll install a set and teach him a thing or two about corner carving.
Bilstein
bilstein.com
800.537.1085
What It Is
Clamshell quick-disconnect couplings.
Why We Like It
Who doesn't like quick-release anything, especially when it comes to AN fittings? XRP's latest creation features a threadless, fixed-cavity design for full flow, with no restrictions whatsoever.
What We'll Do With It
The next time we're playing with braided lines, you can bet we'll want to give the Clamshells a test-fitting, regardless of the application.
XRP, INC.
xrp.com
562.861.4765