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Camaros are nothing new for Steve Felthousen. His father is an avid car collector and counts a ’69 Pace Car among his collection. In high school, Felthousen drove a ’73 Z28, and later he built a Pro Street ’69. Just to show how diverse his interests are, he also drove a ’69 Chevelle SS 396. But he soon began looking for another Camaro, and he knew he wanted a first-generation model.

REDEEMING THE FORGOTTEN Y-BLOCK
When Ford introduced its Y-block engine in 1954, it labeled the engine the worthy successor to the venerable Flathead. The Flathead gained a loyal following of hot rodders and racers, but the big Cadillac overhead-valve V-8 and Oldsmobile’s Rocket 88 were stealing Ford’s thunder in terms of power, so something had to be done, and Ford decided to respond. The answer was a clean-sheet V-8 design, featuring overhead valves and improved cooling compared to the old Flathead. It was dubbed the “Y-block” because of the way it looked and because of its deep skirt and tall cylinder heads.

Choosing The Right Cam
Cam-speak is a language all its own. Well, maybe not from a linguistic point of view, but it is a specialized dialect of car-guy talk. Although spoken by a good portion of enthusiasts, Cam-speak is really fully understood by only a handful of those same enthusiasts, as it is a very specialized, nuanced dialect. Those who do not speak the lingo can instantly be singled out. Those who are fluent in cam-speak are listened to intently, even when those listening do not fully comprehend whatʼs being said and how to apply it to their particular applications. Few within our ranks are particularly fluent in this highly specialized jargon.
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Product Spotlight: Granatelli Motor Sports® 12v Electric Vacuum Pump Kit
We stopped by the Granatelli Motorsports booth at Holley LS Fest West to see what's new
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Photography by Scott Killeen and Courtesy of Granatelli Motorsports
Granatelli Motorsports Unveils the 12V Electric Vacuum Pump Kit
We swung by the Granatelli Motorsports booth, eager to scope out their latest gear. Strap in, gearheads, ’cause Granatelli Motorsports is about to drop the ultimate solution for all your vacuum woes with their 12V Electric Vacuum Pump Kit!
Imagine this: your mean machine’s parked in the garage, but you’re wrestling with power brake glitches, wipers acting up, or engine management snafus all because of vacuum hiccups. Well, fret not, ’cause Granatelli’s rolling out the big guns with their top-shelf kit, primed to take on these challenges headfirst and give your ride a serious performance boost.
Now, let’s dive into the tech. Granatelli’s kit is like the vacuum pump rockstar, boasting next-gen technology that amps up suction while keeping things hush-hush and vibration-free. From sleek electroplated finishes to rugged ABS construction, you can customize your kit to match your ride’s vibe. And installation? A breeze, thanks to their slick MAVP sensor that kicks outdated relay systems to the curb.
But hold onto your hats – there’s more! Granatelli’s not just about style and convenience; they’re all about cranking up the horsepower, baby! By restoring crucial vacuum levels, this kit injects documented power back into your engine, ensuring you’ve got the muscle you crave when you drop that hammer. And let’s not forget about safety – with a firm pedal feel and optimized performance, you can bid farewell to those braking blues.
So whether you’re tearing up the track or cruising the streets, Granatelli’s 12V Electric Vacuum Pump Kit is your ticket to a smoother, more responsive ride. Say goodbye to vacuum-induced headaches and hello to high-octane performance – Granatelli Motorsports has got your back!
Granatelli Motor Sports 12-Volt Vacuum Pump Systems
Rotary Vein Style Pump with Enlarged Diaphragm Guarantees to be Super Quiet, Reliable and Increases the Speed of Recovery Once Activated Maintaining a Consistent 17” to 23” Hg Vacuum.
Bare, Black, Gun Metal Gray, and Chrome Housing Options Give Your System a Professional Look ,While Maintaining Proper Airflow Around the Pump.
Included Vacuum Hose is Top Grade Synthetic Reinforced 3/8” Tubing with .170 Wall Thickness.
Wiring Harness is EMI/RFI Protected with Fuse for Perfect Plug and Play Installation and No Other Noise Interference.
Simple Mounting Bracket Design Isolates Vibration While Maintaining a Common Mounting Hole Configuration To Allow Your System to Replace Similar Designs That May Have Failed or are Too Loud.
Fully Isolated Motor Assembly is Whisper Quiet.
20th Century MAVP, Manifold Absolute Vacuum/Pressure Sensor Eliminates Old School Vacuum Switch and Relay Design
To learn more, CLICK HERE to go to the Granatelli Motorsports website,
ARTICLE SOURCES
Granatelli Motor Sports
1000 Yarnell Pl.
Oxnard, CA 93033
805-486-6644









