PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: UCoat-It's UCoat with UFlek-AF

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March 13, 2025

“Total Performance” is what the Ford Motor Company called its corporate racing program back in the early ’60s, and it was a great way to show the buying public how strong and well engineered the automaker’s vehicles were. In a bold and blatant fashion, Ford was heavily involved in competition—in a big way.

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The guys at Detroit Locker (makers of the Detroit Locker, Tractech, Truetrac, and more) were looking for a contemporary vehicle to demonstrate the rugged durability and smooth power transfer of the company’s Detroit Truetrac helical gear limited-slip differential when it hit them: The Chevrolet SSR pickup would be the perfect vehicle for this purpose.

ELECTRIFYING TWIN-TURBO 5.0-LITER

“From the very beginning, I’ve always raced this car,” Iida says. “In the past 11 years, I’ve put 10,000 miles on the odometer a quarter mile at a time.” Like most weekend warriors, Iida’s 5.0-liter Mustang started out life 100 percent bone stock. But with help from friends such as Honolulu Ford’s performance advisor Henry Tabios (a well-known island 5.0-liter racer in his own right), members of the Hawaii Ford Performance Club, Dillingham Automotive’s Glenn Aarake and Alan “Naka” Nakamura, Iida’s ghost-flamed Mustang GT has been transformed into a 9-second, street-legal twin-turbo terror, recording a best of 9.94 seconds at nearby Hawaii Raceway Park.

Built Tough for the Real World

First off, let’s talk durability. This isn’t your average floor paint. The UCoat system is engineered to withstand the abuses of daily use in a working garage. We’re talking about a commercial-grade, two-component system that’s as tough as the vehicles that roll over it. Your garage floor will be able to handle oil spills, hot tire pick-up, and heavy traffic without breaking a sweat.

Aesthetics to Match the Durability

But it’s not just about toughness. UCoat with UFlek-AF delivers a finish that looks like it belongs in a professional workshop. With the UFlek-AF additive, you get a custom, terrazzo-like appearance that will make your floor the envy of all your car club buddies. And here’s where it gets even better: you can customize your floor with a wide range of color options and flake combinations. Whether you prefer classic greys and silvers for a sleek look or vibrant reds and blues to make a bold statement, there’s a palette that fits your style. The flakes allow for unlimited creativity—mix and match to design a truly unique garage floor that’s as impressive as the cars parked on it.

Ease of Application

If you’re a DIYer, this system is a dream come true. You don’t need to be a professional to apply it. With easy-to-follow instructions and all the materials included, you can transform your garage floor over a weekend. From surface prep to the final coat, UCoat has streamlined the process to make it as straightforward as possible.