LOWERING A 4WD FORD F-150
July 16, 2023
THE AUTO BUILDER
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Billet Hood Strut Installation on Your S197 Mustang
When you lift the hood of your 2005-2014 Mustang and engage the prop rod, do you feel a little shortchanged? Well, Steeda Autosports has developed a billet hood strut kit designed to replace those clumsy prop rods.
FALKEN TIRE DRIFT SHOWOFF
THE FALKEN Tire Drift Showoff was a hit, to say the least. The event was held at Irwindale Motor Speedway on a beautiful, sunny afternoon. Thousands of people attended, which goes to show the outstanding marketing job that Falken Tire is doing to help make a difference in the tuner car movement. The company took it upon itself to give us a taste of what the Japanese market has been enjoying for so many years. Among the thousands of spectators, a healthy number of show cars showed up as well—and why wouldn’t they? This was an Import Showoff event, but this car show was a bit different from the norm. It was a JDM versus DTM show. In other words, Japanese against Euro. The cars that came out were very hot, with enough JDM and DTM on hand to kill you. All the heavy hitters and the big crews such as Team Hybrid, Flux, Tuningwerks Competition and Art-N-Motion came out to show their stuff. While this was a huge attraction, it was far from the main one.
CLASSIC RECONSTRUCTION
Kinney Lazarus has owned several Jeeps over the years, and he had an interest in owning one of these vintage Willys pickups. While searching the Internet one day, he came across a running ’52 Willys 4WD pickup in Arkansas. He purchased the pickup online and had it shipped to his home in Georgia. Once he had possession of the truck, he quickly found that the performance of the original flathead four-cylinder engine left a lot to be desired by today’s standards. Also, being accustomed to a more modern ride, he found that the outdated suspension was less than desirable. In general, this classic Jeep was no fun to drive.
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Slant-Edge 100 Amp Alternators by Factory PerformanceTM Parts
A Bold New Look for the Classic GM 10SI
In the world of high-performance builds, attention to detail sets great cars apart from the rest. That’s why Factory Performance™ Parts, a division of PROFORM® Parts, has taken a fresh approach to a time-tested workhorse with the launch of the new Slant-Edge 100 Amp Alternators—a stylish, high-output evolution of the iconic GM 10SI. Designed for those who care as much about what’s under the hood as how it looks when the hood is up, the Slant-Edge delivers form and function in equal measure.
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Performance-Driven. Style-Focused.
The Slant-Edge Alternator reimagines a legendary design with aggressive, modern styling and precision CNC-machined accents that demand attention. It’s available in seven eye-catching finishes, including Chevy Orange, Black Crinkle, Cast Gray Crinkle, Red, Polished, Chrome, and the sleek and mysterious Liquid Black. No matter your build style—classic restoration or radical pro-touring project—there’s a Slant-Edge finish to match your vision.
But this isn’t just an aesthetic upgrade. Each unit features a bold Chevrolet Bowtie Emblem, available in milled and raised or recessed and painted versions, with the option of red or black finishes to perfectly complement your engine bay.
Built to Perform, Engineered to Impress
Beneath its show-stopping exterior, the Slant-Edge Alternator is a true performer. Every unit is built with 100% brand-new components and comes complete with an internal regulator, internal fan, and a single V-groove pulley. Thanks to its 1-wire hookup, installation is quick and easy—no complicated wiring harnesses or modifications required.
The alternator is factory-tested to ensure it meets rigorous quality standards and is shipped with a unique verification sheet, offering peace of mind that your alternator is ready to deliver high output and low idle drag the moment it’s bolted into place. Whether you’re powering a modern fuel-injected system, an upgraded audio setup, or a full suite of aftermarket accessories, the Slant-Edge has the juice to keep everything running smoothly.
Available Models
Raised, Milled Chevrolet Bowtie Emblem
- 141-146: Black Crinkle
- 141-147: Liquid Black
- 141-151: Polished
- 141-148: Chevy Orange
- 141-149: Cast Gray Crinkle
- 141-150: Red
Recessed & Painted Chevrolet Bowtie Emblem
- 141-152: Black Crinkle with Red Bowtie
- 141-154: Chrome with Black Bowtie
- 141-155: Chrome with Red Bowtie
- 141-153: Cast Gray Crinkle with Black Bowtie
- 141-156: Polished with Black Bowtie
A Statement Piece That Works as Hard as It Looks
The Slant-Edge Alternator is more than just a charging system upgrade—it’s a statement. With bold styling, uncompromising build quality, and serious electrical output, it’s the perfect blend of performance, personality, and precision.
Your engine bay deserves more than an anonymous chunk of metal. Give it the style and power it deserves with the Slant-Edge 100 Amp Alternator—available now from Factory Performance Parts, and PROFORM Parts Authorized Dealers.
CLICK HERE to learn more or browse the full lineup of parts at Proformparts.com.
