Drag Illustrated Issue 113, September 2016 | Page 39

Record Setters Newly-crowned NHRA TAFC champion (and record holder at 5.36, 272 mph) Jonnie Lindberg relies on a complete Manley valve train package. The NHRA National record-holding Pro Stock Camaro (6.455) of Jason Line and teammate Greg Anderson rely on Manley titanium valves. Jason Rupert, IHRA NFC champion and record holder at 5.59, 261.72 mph employs a multitude of Manley valve train components. Rely on Manley! Manley Valve Train Components Let You Achieve Optimum Performance While Improving An Engine’s Long Term Reliability. We know that weight is the enemy in drag racing. But when it comes to your valve train it is especially important. Lighter components allow the engine to RPM quicker and achieve higher RPM levels. Lighter Valves Manley one-piece forged titanium valves are a great source of weight savings. For those wanting the ultimate in weight reduction, Manley offers hollow-stem intake vales. A “thin film” seat face coating (choose between CrN and NANO) provides improved lubricity, extra wear resistance, and a better seal. Of course, Manley also has the industry’s widest selection of one-piece stainless steel valves, with five models to choose from. These range from the Budget Performance and Street series (including the Manley-developed reduced stem shape) Proflo to Severe Duty® and Extreme Duty models for high temperature reliability. Stronger Pushrods Lighter Springs Included in our wide selection of NexTek® valve springs are compact dual spring packages that replace heavier and larger triple springs. they have natural frequency and employ smaller diameter retainers for even more weight savings. And like all other NexTek® springs they have amazing load retention properties. And as an added bonus, they’re backed by Manley’s NHRA Major Sponsorship contingency program. Lighter Retainers Retainers are another area where Manley has pared weight to improve RPM potential. In addition to FEA-developed titanium retainers, Manley offers TensileMax steel retainers that are nearly as light as standard titanium retainers —but much harder (Rc 52-54) for improved wear. Special tool steel retainers (Rc 56) are one-third lighter than standard 10° steel retainers. With a choice of three diameters (5/16", 3/8", 7/16") and three wall thicknesses (.080", .125", .165") you can get sturdy one-piece 4130 chrome moly pushrods with swedged ends to provide the optimum balance of strength and weight for your application. They’re available in .050" increments from 6.050" to 12.150". And There’s More Manley’s unique LocCap™ System employs specially designed valve locks that retain the wear cap on a titanium valve for worry-free assembly. And to ensure correct valve spring height, Manley manufactures a wide variety of valve spring locators and spring cups. A printed version of the new Manley catalog plus a T-shirt are yours for $10. Please list size when ordering. POW ERS THE September 2016 WINNERS 732-905-3366 Connect to our website via your smart phone www.manley performance.com DragIllustrated.com | D r a g I l l u s t r a t e d | 39