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Bob F.

Bob F.

Plymouth 426 Hemi
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Ricky R.

Ricky R.

1937 Chevy Legends Race Car, Thanks for everything!
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Henry T.

Henry T.

HEY! Everything is installed and car runs AWESOME! Thanks for everything, Thanks again. Henry 2000 Dodge Viper R/T 10
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Daryl S.

Your 408 runs like a dream. I think we are well over the 400hp side, a new 300hp mustang could not overcome, it is a beast. I am very happy with the...
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Troy K.

Dodge Viper
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Robert S.

Robert S.

Great parts and service! Robert
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Steve F.

Thank You for all your help and hookups with the parts - sounds like a lot of people appreciate it, I'm one of those people. - Steve
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Mitch C.

Awesome work! Glad I went with you guys! Anyone I know of that wants to build I'll send your way! Thanks John! Your the man!! Mitch
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Kris L.

John, Sitting in the car with a big smile on my face. Thanks for the quality brand products and the great price. Cheers Kris
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Kyle M.

John, I am very pleased with the brake conversion. The kit was very easy to install and I didn't have any problems and look very good as...
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David P.

David P.

Thanks for the brake lines !
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Gary H.

Gary H.

John, Thanks a lot !
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David A.

David A.

Thanks for everything, David
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Matt C.

Thanks again John, someone who’s willing to help and not just sell parts. So, looks like you’ll be listed on my referrals. Keep in touch. Thanks...
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Ryan

bought numerous things and all transactions went very smooth. Responded to emails within a day or less. Ryan
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Matt G.

I just want to say thanks for all that you have done for me, because over the weekend I was the fastest R/T out there with no power-adders and still...
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Taylor M.

Thanks a lot John !
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Shaine D.

Wow! Thank you for that quick and informative response. Must be why you are always recommended. Shaine
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Benny C.

Thanks for the Great Mopar Service !
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Dan F.

Dan F.

John, The truck is not done but i drive it daily and it runs good now. Eventually id like to do the rear brakes! Thanks
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Toby W.

John, Thanks again so much. You're truly awesome.
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Derek B.

Derek B.

Great Personalized service. Derek
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Darren B.

John,Racing flat out on the 440/533 engine over 1 season & 65 passes at 8.97@150mph 1.27 60' getting great results!!Engine is GREAT!Thanks mate!
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Billy W.

Dakota R/T 408
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Tom R.

John--the 408 engine you built for me is outstanding. Feel free to give him my cell number and I'll happily give you a strong reference. Thank you...
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Appleton Rack and Pinions

In 1978 George Appleton founded the company Appleton Chassis. After building chassis for many years for both dirt and asphalt he decided to build a rack and pinion that would meet his high standards. He wanted to make the best possible rack and pinion but still keep the price down. He sold more than expected and started to concentrate more on the rack and pinion assembly than the whole chassis. Soon, he changed his business name to Appleton Rack and Pinion, Inc. George would then bring his youngest son, Fred, into the business. Fred later became the president of the company. Today, Fred's oldest son Jayson is Vice President also.

The basic rack and pinion design is still used today. The all in one design makes it very compact, because the servo and cylinder are connected to the main unit. With this set up there is no need to run extra hoses and mount the servo and cylinder. Most all major rack and pinion manufacturers have began to use this configuration because of its neatness. Appleton Rack & Pinion also uses a l 1/4" hardened rack shaft and pinion gear. We offer 6 different ratios ranging from 1.8 to 3.9 inches per turn. Also, we offer 5 different servo feels including double extra light, extra light, light, medium, and heavy. The driver can customize the rack to their liking or to track conditions. The rack housings we offer are super light cast aluminum or tougher billet aluminum. If lighter is what you want to try, and aluminum shaft and cast housing would be great for you. The total weight of this unit is 10pounds, which is 7 pounds lighter than the standard steel shafted unit.

Also, we offer a filter tank cooler (FTC). Not only does this unit hold and distribute power steering fluid it also filters and cools it. The FTC will help prevent damage on your steering rack immensely. We also offer synthetic power steering fluid and other products that you might we interested in.