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MAKING GAS
Alternative-fuel sources and hybrid cars are all the rage today. Everyone from major automakers to backyard inventors is pursuing alternative fuels and energy sources. While the ultimate goal is generally to eliminate dependence on foreign oil, for hot rodders there is also the desire to invent and create a better-performing engine.

Hydro-Boost Brakes
Nothing is more terrifying than cruising down the street to the fairgrounds when some idiot pulls out in front of you and you have to jump on the binders. Making a panic stop can be difficult when you are trying to stop 800 throbbing horsepower with a set of 9-inch rotors and single-piston calipers. You might even wonder if it will stop as you mash the brake pedal. When it comes to street rods with big motors, one braking concern is vacuum pressure. Is there enough? Many high-performance camshafts add power to the motor but produce low vacuum levels. This is something to consider when selecting your engine components. Of course, if the motor fails, you will have no vacuum, so stopping will be a real problem.

SPRING TO ACTION
Dean Brown, a longtime rodder, was in the market for a new project car and stumbled across this ’52 Chevy panel truck, which turned out to be one of the original Helms trucks. The bakery cabinets had been removed but the body was in good condition, and it was still running with the original six-cylinder engine. Brown thought the truck was very cool, so he made a deal with its owner and drove it home. He formulated a plan of attack and started acquiring the parts he needed to turn it into a hot Chevy panel. The parts included a strong-running V-8 engine, a Turbo 350 transmission, a Fat Man Fabrications IFS front suspension and a new rear suspension that would provide a softer ride quality.
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Borgeson’s Performance Steering Shaft for G-Body, F-Body, & S-10
The Secret Weapon for Your G-Body, F-Body, or S10
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The Auto Builder Staff
Photography Courtesy of Borgeson Universal
If you’re all about upgrading your ride’s steering game, then the Borgeson G-Body, F-Body, S10 Steering Shaft is your ticket to automotive nirvana. Designed to fit snugly into 1979-1988 GM G-Body, 1982-1992 GM F-Body, and 1982-1993 S10 pickup models, this bad boy brings a whole new level of performance to the table.
Precision? You got it. By kicking the rag joint to the curb, this shaft offers more clearance around the headers and delivers zero play connection from the steering column to the steering box, giving you the kind of responsive handling you’ve been dreaming of. Say goodbye to slop and hello to precision control.
And let’s talk durability. With its smooth telescopic design and upgraded vibration-reducing universal joint, this shaft is built tough to handle whatever the road throws at it. Plus, it’s proudly made in the USA, so you know you’re getting top-notch quality.
Installation is a piece of cake. This shaft is designed for an easy install, with telescopic features that let you dial in the perfect fit for your vehicle. No fuss, no muss, just smooth sailing.
So, if you’re ready to take your steering to the next level, look no further than the Borgeson G-Body, F-Body, S10 Steering Shaft. It’s the upgrade your ride deserves. CLICK HERE to learn more or go to Borgeson’s website.
Vehicle Fitment
| 1979 | Buick | Regal |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | Malibu |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1979 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1979 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1980 | Buick | Regal |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Malibu |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1980 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1980 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1981 | Buick | Regal |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Malibu |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1981 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1981 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1982 | Buick | Regal |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Malibu |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1982 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1982 | GMC | S15 |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Cruiser |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1982 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1982 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1983 | Buick | Regal |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Malibu |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1983 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1983 | GMC | S15 |
| 1983 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Cruiser |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1984 | Buick | Regal |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1984 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1984 | GMC | S15 |
| 1984 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1984 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1984 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1985 | Buick | Regal |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1985 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1985 | GMC | S15 |
| 1985 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1985 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1985 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1986 | Buick | Regal |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1986 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1987 | Buick | Regal |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | El Camino |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1987 | GMC | Caballero |
| 1987 | GMC | S15 |
| 1987 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Grand Prix |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1988 | GMC | S15 |
| 1988 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme |
| 1988 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1989 | GMC | S15 |
| 1989 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1989 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1990 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1990 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1990 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1990 | GMC | S15 |
| 1990 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1990 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1991 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1991 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1991 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1991 | GMC | S15 Jimmy |
| 1991 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1992 | Chevrolet | Camaro |
| 1992 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1992 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
| 1992 | Pontiac | Firebird |
| 1993 | Chevrolet | S10 |
| 1993 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer |
ARTICLE SOURCES
Borgeson Universal
9 KRIEGER DR.
TRAVELERS REST SC 29690
860-482-8283









