Upgrading 1958 to 1970 General Motors B-Body Models for Modern Performance and Handling: A Comprehensive Guide
The General Motors B-body platform, which underpinned some of the most iconic American full-size cars from 1958 to 1970, symbolizes the golden age of automotive excellence. Vehicles such as the Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac Bonneville, Oldsmobile 88, and Buick LeSabre defined the era’s aesthetic and brought formidable power to the masses. However, by today’s standards, their performance, particularly in handling and braking, leaves much to be desired. Aldan American offers this…
Upgrading the 1993-2002 Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Firebird F-Body cars for Optimal Handling
Since Chevrolet introduced the new Camaro and Pontiac introduced the new Firebird in 1993, these fourth-generation models have stood as icons of American muscle, embodying power, design, and the essence of freedom, much like their predecessors. However, despite their impressive horsepower and design appeal, the fourth-generation Camaro and Firebird models often fall short in modern handling capabilities. Fortunately, with a series of straightforward upgrades, owners can significantly enhance these classic…
“Little GTO, You’re Really Looking Fine!”
A closer look at the Pontiac GTO, and the song “G.T.O.” by Ronny and the Daytonas. Cars, girls and surf. So many wonderful choices for a guy back in the early ’60s (before his choices became sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll). There were also numerous songs about car culture, including many that referred to specific car types: Chuck Berry started it off early with “Jaguar and Thunderbird,” in which…
Classic Convertible Muscle Cars: The Rare Gems of 1966–1969
Muscle cars from the ’60s are cool and somewhat rare to begin with. Here’s a look at five fantastic American muscle cars that came with the top down and made some noise along the way. 1966 Plymouth Belvedere II 426 “Street” Hemi. Around that time, NASCAR® came up with a ruling that any engine on a NASCAR track had to be available to any consumer who happened to walk into…
1981 Pontiac Trans Am Coilover Kit
If you’re building a classic Pontiac Firebird, you know how capable these cars can be when setup right. Drew from KSE Garage is building a custom Firebird with all the right parts. Drew’s Firebird is being built for autocross and protouring and features tons of custom fabricated parts and components. This Firebird is equipped with our Phantom series, Striker series, and our 2.5″ ID coil-springs for the perfect stance and…
1964 GTO Track Car Update
Don’s 1964 GTO Racecar is prepping for the win. Check this 64’ GTO here. This custom 1964 GTO built by Don Stellhorn is getting several new updates to the body and chassis. Don has owned this GTO for decades and has restored and rebuilt this car several times over the years. Some pics below show this car disassembled over the winter for some new floor pans and interior updates. This…
Olivia’s 1971 Pontiac Firebird Runs Aldan’s
Liv from Hot Rod is building a 1971 Pontiac Firebird drag car. Check out Liv’s Pontiac here. This Firebird had older after-market suspension parts that didn’t offer the stance or ride quality Liv needed in here new build. Liv got in contact with us to help her select the right coilover and shocks to upgrade her Firebird and suspension. Part # 300108 shown below For more details on Liv’s Firebird…
OPGI Summer Series Car Show July 13th
2019 Summer Series with OPGI Join us once again in Seal beach for the 2019 Summer Series to check out classic Buicks, Oldsmobiles, Pontiacs, and Cadillacs pre 1988. We will have a couple classic muscle cars in our booth along with our team here at Aldan. We’ll have our full Summer 2019 product line, catalogs and latest product info available at the show. Come by and meet the Aldan American team. The Spring…
DeBoss Garage’s 1967 Pontiac GTO
Deboss Garage takes their Aldan equipped Pontiac GTO on the Hot Rod Power Tour 2019. The Pontiac GTO was the catalyst in creating the muscle car we know today. Nicknames like “the Goat” to “the Judge” has made the car a legend. Rich of Deboss Garage recently restored this GTO to it’s former glory after being a barn find in Canada. Rich recently painted the car himself and has recently posted a series…
Wrench Wars 71′ Lemans vs. 69′ GTO
If you’re a fan of Wrench Wars, check out Aldan American on an upcoming episode featuring two incredible Pontiacs. El Rey’s garage in Venice, California is where Brother JD and the team from Wrench Wars host weekly battles of garage builders. Two cars enter and one is declared the winner. Garrett from Team Aldan was a guest judge on the Pontiac episode where a Pontiac Lemans and a 1969 Pontiac GTO…