THE PARTS BENCH

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Edelbrock 1406 Performer 600 CFM — square bore, electric choke
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Edelbrock 1406 Performer 600 CFM — square bore, electric choke

A familiar starting point for a mild street V8. Compare carburetor size, flange pattern and choke wiring before ordering.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Confirm square-bore intake compatibility, fuel pressure requirements and throttle linkage.

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MSD 6425 Digital 6AL Ignition Control — rev control
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MSD 6425 Digital 6AL Ignition Control — rev control

An ignition control to investigate when your build calls for a capacitive-discharge system. Plan the whole system, not just the box.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Check distributor trigger, coil compatibility, mounting and tachometer requirements.

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Innova 5568 Pro Digital Timing Light
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Innova 5568 Pro Digital Timing Light

A timing light belongs in the garage before a new distributor does. Match the tool to your ignition system.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Some multi-spark ignitions require a specific light or procedure. Read both manuals.

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NOCO GENIUS5 — 5A 6/12V smart charger & maintainer
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NOCO GENIUS5 — 5A 6/12V smart charger & maintainer

A charger and maintainer worth comparing for a weekend-driven project that sits between cruises.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Select the correct battery chemistry and voltage mode. Check the battery manual.

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DEI 010450 Titanium Pipe Shield — 6 in x 1 ft
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DEI 010450 Titanium Pipe Shield — 6 in x 1 ft

Consider a targeted heat barrier where exhaust routing crowds nearby components. Solve clearance problems first.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Measure the pipe and available space. Confirm manufacturer mounting and air-gap instructions.

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Holley 0-80457S Street Warrior 600 CFM
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Holley 0-80457S Street Warrior 600 CFM

A vacuum-secondary carburetor family to compare for a mild street combination. Choose the exact model deliberately.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Verify flange, choke, transmission kickdown and emissions eligibility for your vehicle.

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MSD 8360 Pro-Billet Ready-to-Run Distributor — small block Chevy
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MSD 8360 Pro-Billet Ready-to-Run Distributor — small block Chevy

Three wires and a coil and you're running. A clean swap for tired points or bulky HEI setups.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Confirm engine family, gear material for your cam, cap style and that you have a matching coil (Blaster SS/2).

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Painless Performance 10102 Classic Chassis Harness — 21 circuits
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Painless Performance 10102 Classic Chassis Harness — 21 circuits

Start over with a fresh, labeled harness instead of chasing 50-year-old splices.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Count the circuits you need, check key-in-dash vs column ignition and plan fuse panel mounting.

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IWISS Quick Change Ratcheting Crimper Kit
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IWISS Quick Change Ratcheting Crimper Kit

Swap dies, crimp it right, and stop trusting pliers with your wiring.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Match the die set to your terminal types and wire gauges before you start a harness job.

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Derale 16925 12 in HO RAD Electric Fan — push/pull, 2000 CFM
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Derale 16925 12 in HO RAD Electric Fan — push/pull, 2000 CFM

A slim 12-inch fan to back up a mechanical fan or stand in for one.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Measure core size and clearance to the water pump, check amp draw and plan a relay or controller.

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